Salary: £56,883 to £59,198

Hours: 37.5

Contract: Temporary (12 Months)

• This is a 12-month secondment opportunity.
• The opportunity is open to staff currently employed at Cumberland Council, North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust or North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board.
• Candidates must have line manager approval before applying and it is a requirement that you are able to start by Monday 15th September 2025

About this opportunity

We are looking to recruit an experienced, innovative and adaptable Service Lead to develop and manage an exciting pilot programme that aims to provide early intervention support to children and young people with neurodiversity and emotional wellbeing needs

The Neurodiversity and Emotional Wellbeing (Children and Families) service is being developed through a collaborative partnership between Cumberland Council, local NHS organisations, (including North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board) and SEND Alliance Cumbria (SENDAC). Operationally, the Neurodiversity and Emotional Wellbeing Service (Children and Families) is likely to sit as part of Cumberland Council’s Integrated Front Door (children) with outreach working through Family Hubs and other education and community settings.

The service will provide a single integrated and trauma-informed neurodiversity and emotional wellbeing offer aimed at children, young people and families, that supports people to recognise and manage a wide range of experiences and thinking styles as part of normal life, with specialist support available as appropriate.

The Service Lead – Neurodiversity and Emotional Wellbeing (Children and Families) will provide management and leadership for the developing neurodiversity and emotional wellbeing service, including a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The role requires exceptional leadership and service development skills to proactively manage and develop the MDT and to ensure excellent governance structures, systems and processes are in place that will meet CQC and OFSTED requirements.

We are committed to co-production. Children, young people and their families will be at the heart of this service. The successful candidate will champion co-production and work closely with parent/carer forums, young people and community partners to design, develop and evaluate the service together.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Claire King by email at Claire.King@cumberland.gov.uk

DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with an Adults and Childrens Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults and Children. Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 04/08/2025
• Interview date:11/08/2025

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council

Hours: 7.4 hours per week (0.2 FTE)

Who we are looking for…

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Digital Skills Tutor, ideally with experience of working in an Adult Education environment. We offer an exciting range of Digital Skills courses from absolute beginner to Level 2 qualifications.

The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering qualifications and will have the ability to inspire our learners to achieve successful outcomes. However, a can do attitude and a willingness to develop on the job would also be an advantage.  A teaching qualification would be advantageous but if you have relevant experience and skills and would be willing to complet a teaching qualification within 12 months then please consider applying.

Our tutors are supportive, empathetic, dynamic and above all have the commitment to make a real difference in improving the lives and opportunities of our learners.

We offer classes in various venues, with classes running during the day and evening, therefore, it is desirable that the successful applicant will be flexible in order to meet the needs of our local communities.

This job opportunity would allow you to help reduce social isolation, improve digital wellbeing and allow learners to develop skills that are essential for everyday life and work.

As a service we are working towards achieving an Outstanding Ofsted judgement and we are looking for an excellent practitioner who can contribute positively to this goal.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.  Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

For more information please contact: jennifer.dunn@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 27/07/2025

Interview date: w/c 04/08/2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -  Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

This role requires a basic DBS check

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.

Salary: £49,764 - £54,125 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: To be agreed – Cumbria House or West Cumbria House

Contract: Temporary until 31st March 2026

About this opportunityWe are looking for a dedicated Early Years Team Manager to lead a team of Early Years Advisers and Area SENCos within our Learning Improvement Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact by championing educational standards across schools and early years settings, supporting practitioners, and driving strategic improvements.

We’re seeking someone with a DfE-recognised teaching qualification, substantial experience in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and strong leadership skills. You’ll be working in partnership with a wide range of professionals and communities, contributing to strategic plans, and promoting inclusive, high-quality practice. At Cumberland Council, we value collaboration, integrity, and innovation—and we offer a supportive environment where your expertise will be appreciated, and your development encouraged.

If you're interested, please send an expression of interest addressing the job description directly to Katie.Clarke@cumbria.gov.uk.

Cumberland Council is proud to hold an Ofsted rating of 'Good’ for our Children’s Services, demonstrating our dedication and strong commitment to providing high-quality services for children and families. Ofsted recognised that staff unanimously report a ‘real buzz about working in Cumberland’ and that they feel ‘energised, valued and listened to’, observing that ‘leaders have established a strong Cumberland identity that staff can be proud of’.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Katie Clarke by email at Katie.Clarke@cumbria.gov.uk

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.

Guaranteed InterviewsWe offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions

Closing date: 30th July 2025 Interview date:TBC

Please read the supporting information:

Post Specification

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