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005427 - Project Support Officer (Send Reforms)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:54:53 Z

Category : Education/Education, SEND & Schools - All
Contract Type : Part time fixed term
Vacancy Details :
Bedford Borough is delivering an ambitious programme of SEND transformation, bringing together education, health and care partners to improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are looking for an organised and proactive Project Support Officer to provide key coordination and administrative support for the delivery of our Local SEND Reform Plan. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a major programme of change, helping to keep projects on track and ensuring that actions, milestones, risks and documentation are effectively managed. Working alongside project and programme managers and a wide range of partners, you will coordinate meetings and events, maintain project schedules and trackers, support monitoring and reporting, and ensure that important information is accurate, accessible and communicated effectively. If you are highly organised, have excellent attention to detail and enjoy supporting complex projects and working with a wide range of people, we would love to hear from you. We offer: Fixed-term contract within our ambitious SEND Reform Programme Flexible and hybrid working arrangements where appropriate Opportunity to work alongside senior leaders and partners across education, health and care A varied role supporting transformational projects that make a real difference Continuing Professional Development opportunities A supportive and collaborative team environment Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement To join us, you will: Have experience of providing project, programme, education, health or care administration Have excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines Be confident maintaining project schedules, trackers, records and documentation Have strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and Teams Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and partners across different organisations Be able to work independently, use initiative and remain effective under pressure Closing Date: 2nd October 2026 Interview Date: 16th October 2026 How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Visa Sponsorship Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall Bedford

004867 - Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:45:26 Z

Category : Social Care/Children's Social Care
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Your Passion. Their Future. Our Bedford. We’re a friendly, supportive, passionate team in Children’s Services, dedicated to building a better Bedford Borough. Our commitment to creating positive outcomes is second to none, our young people actively help shape the service and co-produce resources with our staff. Our Social workers are able to build meaningful, trusted relationships with children, young people and their families. As an experienced social worker, you’ll thrive in our flexible working environment designed to help you enjoy your work while maintaining a healthy work/life balance We have a range of support groups and resources to ensure you feel valued and supported both professionally and personally. What truly sets us apart is our inclusive and supportive culture, where teamwork is celebrated and every voice matters. Our Children’s Services team is known for its welcoming atmosphere and impactful work - staff consistently say how rewarding and fulfilling it is to be part of such a dedicated team. Social workers are supported to progress through varied development opportunities, you’ll find managers and colleagues committed to your continued growth and success. While the work can be challenging, it is deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community and advance your career. We offer a unique, supported work environment and benefits package where you will have: · monthly case supervision where well-being is central to your supervision · access to independent external clinical supervision should you require it · a career development plan · access to monthly training on systemic practice as well as other areas of practice · Competitive salary · 3 CPD days per year To join us, you will have: · a degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification · successfully completed your ASYE, or the Children's Workforce Development Council's Newly Qualified Social Worker programme, and have at least 1 year’s post qualifying experience (we cannot accept applications for ASYE at the current time) · registration with Social Work England · a UK Driving licence & suitably insured vehicle How to apply: When you are ready, click on 'Apply for Vacancy'; once you have created an account, you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some questions. Interviews will be held when suitable applications are received. Please note: we are unable to consider applications from candidates based overseas needing visa sponsorship. FTE Salary: £39,152 - £45,091 pro rata pa plus MRS £6,000 (subject to annual review), Welcome payment £8,000 and retention payments £2,000 pro rata Guaranteed interview schemes

Location : Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP

005351 - Assistant Psychologist

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:22:45 Z

Category : Education/Education, SEND & Schools - All
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
As part of our ambitious Experts at Hand programme, we are expanding our team & looking for enthusiastic Assistant Psychologists who are passionate about improving outcomes for children & young people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded service with strong school relationships & a commitment to early intervention, inclusion & evidence-informed practice. Working alongside Educational Psychologists, schools & families, you will help children & young people overcome barriers to learning & achieve positive outcomes. Our Assistant Psychologists play an important role in delivering direct work with children & young people, supporting families, developing interventions, contributing to service projects & working collaboratively with schools & multi-agency partners. This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates considering future professional training in Educational Psychology, as well as individuals with experience of supporting children & young people in education, health or care settings. We offer: ·Permanent contracts linked to our growing Experts at Hand programme ·Opportunities to work alongside experienced Educational Psychologists ·High-quality supervision & support ·Opportunities to contribute to service development & projects ·Continuing Professional Development opportunities ·Flexible & hybrid working arrangements where appropriate ·A supportive & welcoming team environment To join us, you will: ·Hold a psychology degree recognised by the British Psychological Society ·Have experience of working with children & young people ·Be committed to improving outcomes for children & families ·Have excellent communication & interpersonal skills ·Be able to work collaboratively with schools, families & professionals ·Be organised, resilient & able to work independently when required Closing Date: 16th September 2026 Interview Date: 28th September 2026 This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent & unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV & answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant & the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005283 - Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Worker

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:42:47 Z

Category : Social Care/Adult Social Care
Contract Type : Part time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are currently looking to recruit a part time Visual Impairment Rehabilitation worker for our Sensory Impairment Team. Reporting to the Advanced Practitioner, the successful post holder will be responsible for providing a professional rehabilitation service to adults and children with a visual impairment, including advice, mobility training, daily living skills and communication skills. You will be required to hold a diploma or equivalent in Rehabilitation studies. We would welcome candidates who also have rehabilitation qualification to apply. You will have extensive experience of working with adults and children with visual impairment within the community. You will be able to work autonomously and as part of team as well as multiagency working to ensure that the health and wellbeing of adults and children are paramount to service delivery and help to deliver excellent services to the residents of Bedford and Central Bedfordshire Boroughs. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent computer literacy to maintain good case recording. The Council is committed to offering you a good work life balance, which includes its flexitime and agile working arrangements, including a hybrid model of office and home based working. We offer 27 days of annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service, plus bank holidays, compensated by a competitive salary and a generous pension scheme. How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Closing Date: 7th October 2026 Interview Date: 22nd October 2026. Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Guaranteed Interview Schemes Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Visa Sponsorship Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall Bedford

005419 - Client Affairs Officer

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:25:15 Z

Category : Technical/Business Support/Technical/Business Support - All
Contract Type : Part time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Bedford Borough Council is looking for a caring and confident person able to work with Social Workers and Carers on behalf of clients who do not have capacity to manage their own financial affairs and are in receipt of Money Management Services from the Council. You will be managing their financial affairs either through appointeeship or deputyship, acting in the best interests of the customers at all times. Reconciling bank accounts, paying bills and ensuring that the correct benefits are claimed. You will need to be organised with the ability to work within legal guidelines and at all levels. You must be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. Closing Date: 4th October 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed You will be required to complete a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005337 - School Age Childcare Project Officer

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:06:54 Z

Category : Education/Education, SEND & Schools - All
Contract Type : Full time fixed term
Vacancy Details :
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of school age childcare across Bedford Borough, helping to improve access to high quality provision for children and families through the delivery of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme and the development of wider school age childcare provision. Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and families? Do you enjoy building partnerships, using data to drive improvement and delivering high quality projects? Working closely with schools, childcare providers, partners and internal teams, you will lead provider engagement, undertake quality assurance visits and use data to identify gaps, support childcare sufficiency and drive service improvement. You will also play a key role in the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of government funded programmes, ensuring high quality provision and positive outcomes for children and families. We are looking for someone with experience of working within or alongside the childcare, education or family support sector, who understands the opportunities and challenges of delivering high quality school age childcare. You will be confident in building relationships, using data to inform decision making, and supporting providers to develop high quality, sustainable services. If you are proactive, organised and passionate about improving opportunities for children and families, we would love to hear from you. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Closing Date: 25/09/2026 Interview Date: 08/10/2026 How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005395 - Activity Coordinator (Brookside Residential Home)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:07:05 Z

Category : Care/Support Work/Adult Social Care
Contract Type : Part time permanent
Vacancy Details :
As Activity Coordinator, you will organise and support residents to participate and engage with meaningful activities of their choice and preference, both within the care home and within the community. The day to day role includes but is not limited to the following; To plan and organise activities within a care home To engage residents in activities, both one to one and group To access activities for residents outside of the care home To access and arrange for community based groups to visit the home To arrange spiritual and faith support for residents To participate in the care planning process for identifying social needs for individuals and recording activities on individuals care notes To assist in arranging fund raising events for the Residents amenities fund To contribute to the Homes newsletter and manage the social media account To complete weekly activities planner for distribution within the home You will work 3 x 5 hour shifts per week, which will include working some weekends and evenings Closing Date: 18th September 2026 Interviews: 2nd October 2026 This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Guaranteed interview schemes Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

Location : Brookside Residential Home, High Street, Kempston

005393 - Head of Service for Quality Assurance

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:45:52 Z

Category : Senior Manager/Senior Manager - All
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
This is a career-defining opportunity to lead improvement, influence strategy and help shape the future of children's services in Bedford. As our Head of Service for Quality Assurance, you'll play a critical role in delivering the national Family First reforms, working across Children's Services and partner agencies to strengthen safeguarding, improve practice and deliver better outcomes for children and families. You'll lead quality assurance, performance improvement, IROs, Child Protection Chairs, LADO and improvement delivery services, ensuring high standards are embedded across the organisation. You will be the Prevent Lead for the local authority. Reporting directly to the Executive Director for Children, Education & Families, you'll be at the heart of our post-Ofsted improvement journey, providing strategic leadership, driving a culture of learning and accountability, and influencing change at the highest levels. As we move to the Families First model there will be substantial change to the service and successful candidates will need to be able to to lead through these time adapting to a changing portfolio. We're looking for an experienced, registered social work leader with a strong track record of quality assurance, service improvement and partnership working. If you're passionate about improving children's lives and ready to lead meaningful change, we'd like to hear from you. Closing date: 15th September 2026 Interview date: week commencing 21st September 2026. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005349 - Educational Psychologist

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:51:45 Z

Category : Education/Education, SEND & Schools - All
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Bedford Borough Educational Psychology Service is growing. As part of our ambitious Experts at Hand programme, we are expanding our team and looking for Educational Psychologists who want to make a meaningful difference to children, young people, families and schools. We are proud of the strong relationships we have built with our schools and the high level of demand for our service. 97% of our schools actively choose to buy additional Educational Psychology support because they value our work, our psychological approach and the impact we have on outcomes for children and young people. Alongside statutory responsibilities, our Educational Psychologists are actively involved in consultation, training, organisational development, research and strategic SEND projects. This creates opportunities to apply psychology at individual, group, systemic and strategic levels. Whether you are a newly qualified Educational Psychologist looking for a supportive environment in which to develop your practice, an experienced EP seeking a fresh challenge, or an Associate EP interested in flexible work opportunities, we would love to hear from you. We offer: Soulbury A3–A11 with up to 3 SPA points Permanent contracts linked to our growing Experts at Hand programme Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Regular supervision and peer support Opportunities to contribute to training, research and service development A balanced workload across statutory and non-statutory work Continuing Professional Development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme To join us, you will: Hold a recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), or be eligible for registration before taking up post Be committed to improving outcomes for children and young people Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills Be able to work collaboratively with schools, families and multi-agency partners This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.The successful applicant will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) Visa sponsorship is not available for this role Closing Date: 24th September 2026 Interview date: 5th & 9th October 2026 How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some yes/no questions. Please ensure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role, the job profile below shows the essential selection criteria. Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces and Care Leavers Covenants, and is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. We pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.

Location : Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP

005315 - Occupational Therapist

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:03:11 Z

Category : Social Care/Adult Social Care
Contract Type : Part time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are currently looking to recruit a part time Occupational Therapist to join our Occupational Therapy team. You will be reporting to the Advanced Practitioner, you will be responsible for carrying out assessments to identify needs and agree an action plans to meet the needs taking into account current eligibility criteria. This will include recommending relevant major adaptations in line with current legislation and local processes. We are looking for someone who has good knowledge of equipment, including specialist equipment, promote its safe use, promote and maintain good inter agency working partnerships and help to deliver excellent services to the residents of Bedford Borough. You will hold a degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and registration with HCPC. Have good communication skills and extensive experience of completing assessments for major adaptations. You will be able to work autonomously, as part of team as well as multiagency working to ensure that the health and wellbeing of adults in Bedford Borough are paramount to service delivery. The Council is committed to offering you a good work life balance, which includes its flexitime and agile working arrangements, including a hybrid model of office and home based working. We offer 27 days pro rata of annual leave increasing to 32 days pro rata after 5 years service plus bank holidays, compensated by a competitive salary and a generous pension scheme. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Closing Date: 15th September 2026 Interview Date(s): 5th & 6th October 2026 How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford