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Advance Your Social Work Career: Rutland County Council Seeks Contact and Response Social Worker

Rutland County Council has opened applications for a full-time Social Worker to join its high-performing Adult Social Care Contact and Response Team. Based in Catmose (LE15 6HP), this 2-year fixed-term opportunity offers a dynamic environment at the "front door" of adult social services.
 

With applications closing on 11 October 2026 and interviews scheduled for 21 October 2026, this role presents an ideal stepping stone for practitioners looking to sharpen their triage, assessment, and safeguarding expertise in a top-performing local authority.
 

Role Overview & Compensation
 

• Salary: £32,061 to £42,839 per annum

• Additional Financials: £3,000 market supplement included

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Fixed Term, 2 years)

• Location: Catmose, Rutland (LE15 6HP) — Full driving licence required
   

Rutland County Council provides comprehensive backing for its team members, covering both Social Work England registration fees and enhanced DBS check costs. Employees also gain access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, and a strong organisational commitment to wellbeing.
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Working at the front door means serving as the first point of contact for adults needing assistance, advice, or intervention. Core duties include:

• Triage & Assessment: Screening incoming referrals efficiently and conducting strengths-based Care Act assessments.

• Safeguarding & Mental Capacity: Undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments, making Best Interest decisions, and responding proactively to safeguarding concerns.

• Collaborative Working: Partnering closely with health colleagues, local agencies, and informal carers to design outcome-focused support plans.

• Case Management: Facilitating personal budgets, direct payments, and maintaining accurate records aligned with professional standards.
   

What Rutland Offers You

Recognised nationally for excellence in adult social care, Rutland County Council prides itself on cultivating a supportive working culture.

Practitioners in the Contact and Response Team benefit from:

• Manageable Caseloads: Designed to ensure high-quality, person-centred practice without overwhelming workloads.

• Robust Support Structures: Access to strong reflective supervision, visible management, and active peer collaboration.

• Professional Development: Direct exposure to front door operations, fast-paced decision-making, and pathways for long-term career growth.
   

Candidate Requirements
 

Ideal applicants will be confident, reflective practitioners who possess a solid grasp of statutory frameworks. Requirements include:
 

• A professional social work qualification and active Social Work England registration.

• Previous experience in a statutory, health, or adult social care setting.

• Working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and adult safeguarding duties.

• Strong communication skills and a full UK driving
  licence for travel across the county.
   

How to Apply
 

To learn more or arrange an informal conversation about the position, contact Alison Morgan (Head of Prevention and Assurance ASC) at amorgan@rutland.gov.uk.

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Shaping the Future of Rutland's Children: Rutland County Council Seeks Education Safeguarding Adviser

Rutland County Council has opened applications for a pivotal full-time role as an Education Safeguarding Adviser to the Virtual School. Offering a salary between £39,862 and £42,839, this hybrid position based out of Catmose (LE15 6HP) runs on a fixed-term contract until March 2028.
 

With applications closing on October 4, 2026 (leaving 12 days remaining) and interviews scheduled for the week commencing October 12, 2026, the local authority is moving quickly to fill this high-impact position.
 

Key Role Details at a Glance

• Position: Education Safeguarding Adviser to the Virtual School

• Location: Catmose / Hybrid (Rutland, LE15 6HP)

• Contract Type: Fixed-Term Full-Time (until March 2028)

• Salary: £39,862 – £42,839 per annum

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week

• Application Deadline: October 4, 2026
   

Bridging Education, Safeguarding, and Family Support

The newly shaped role is designed to support the expanded responsibilities of Rutland's Virtual School, alongside the rollout of critical national initiatives like the Families First for Children reforms, SEND reforms, and modern multi-agency safeguarding frameworks.

The successful candidate will act as a vital bridge between education settings, children's social care, early years providers, and health partners.

Key responsibilities include:
 

• Representing education within multi-agency safeguarding frameworks, such as the Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT).

• Promoting the educational outcomes of children who have—or previously had—a social worker.

• Supporting the integration of education within Family Help and Family Support Network Packages.

• Analysing performance data to track trends, challenge professional practice, and drive service improvements in inclusion, attendance, and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
   

Who Should Apply?
 

Rutland County Council is looking for an experienced education or safeguarding professional who is confident operating within complex multi-agency environments. Ideal candidates will likely have a background as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Designated Teacher, School Effectiveness Adviser, or a senior leader within an educational or social care setting.
 

Applicants must also possess:

• Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding, attendance, inclusion, and SEND.

• Strong communication, influencing, and professional challenge skills.

• A full driving licence for county-wide travel.

• A commitment to undergoing an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
   

In return, the local authority offers competitive benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement, enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a strong institutional focus on staff health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

 

Interested in applying?

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications promptly, as high demand may prompt an early closing date. For an informal conversation about the vacancy, applicants can contact Emma Sweeny, Head of Children’s Social Care, at esweeny@rutland.gov.uk or by calling 01572 758859.

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Championing Green Standards: Rutland County Council Seeks Environmental Compliance Officer

Rutland County Council is currently recruiting for a full-time Environmental Compliance Officer to join its environmental services team on an on-site basis in Catmose (LE15 6HP). Offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract, the role comes with a competitive salary of £34,434 to £36,363 for a 37-hour working week.
 

With applications open until October 26, 2026 (leaving 34 days remaining), the local authority is looking for a proactive individual to help maintain high environmental standards across the county.
 

Key Role Details at a Glance
 

• Position: Environmental Compliance Officer

• Location: Catmose / On-Site (Rutland, LE15 6HP)

• Contract Type: 12-Months Fixed-Term Full-Time

• Salary: £34,434 – £36,363 per annum

• Working Hours: 37 hours per week

• Application Deadline: October 26, 2026
   

Hands-On Responsibilities and Site Management

This is a hands-on position embedded within a small, collaborative team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that the council’s waste sites operate safely and in full compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
 

Core duties include:
 

• Acting as the Technically Competent Manager at the council's Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs).

• Supervising external contractors to ensure site operations rigorously meet Environment Agency permit conditions.

• Leading on local environmental enforcement activities, ranging from educating and supporting residents to executing formal enforcement measures.

• Interacting directly with members of the public and local stakeholders to promote best practices in waste management.
   

Who Should Apply?
 

Rutland County Council is seeking an organised, computer-literate candidate with a strong interest in waste management and environmental protection. While a hands-on attitude and great communication skills are essential, specific qualifications and requirements include:
 

• Education to GCSE level or equivalent.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

• A full driving licence to facilitate regular travel across the county.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively alongside contractors, colleagues, and the public.
   

In exchange, the council offers attractive local government benefits, including a generous annual leave allowance, enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and a strong commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

 

Interested in applying? Applications are reviewed frequently, and high demand may prompt an early closure. Candidates are advised to apply early. For an informal discussion about the position, prospective applicants can reach out to Emily Frikha, Principal Operations Manager, at efrikha@rutland.gov.uk.

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