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Short Break Worker

£16,030.50 - £17,217.00, Grade 7, 18.5 hours, Permanent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work in our short break services for children and adults with disabilities. Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Recuriter: Wakefield Council

Senior Social Worker - Neighbourhood Team

£46574 - £56027 per annum + Hybrid Working

About the TeamWe're an adult social care team that wants to see citizens of Essex have as much choice and control over the way they live their lives England, Essex, Clacton-On-Sea

Recuriter: Essex County Council

Wedding and Events Coordinator

Band E SCP 18-25 (£31,537 - £36,363 per annum)

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a proactive and passionate Wedding and Event Coordinator Sandwell, West Midlands

Recuriter: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Advanced Practitioner Learning Disability & Autism Team

Band H SCP 38-43 (£49,282 - £54,495 pro rata)

Are you passionate about empowering vulnerable adults with Learning Disability & Autism Sandwell, West Midlands

Recuriter: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Deputy Temporary Accommodation and Procurement Manager

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth

£46,206 - £55,992 per annum

Can you see yourself playing an important role in leading the team who procure private sector properties (PRS) and long-term temporary accommodation for homeless families across Richmond and Wandsworth? If so, this is a unique opportunity to work for a gr Wandsworth, London

Recuriter: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth