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Employer:London Borough of Waltham Forest 

Reference:1173/50041023/CYPS 

Salary:£54,168 - £57,169 + LWA (£1,844) per annum 

Hours:36 per week 

Working pattern:Full Time, Permanent position 

Location:London Borough of Waltham Forest, Children & Young People Services, Silver Birch House, Blackhorse Lane, London E17 5QJ 

Closing date:20/10/2008 23:30 PM 

Waltham Forest Local Authority was successful in the Gateway 1 and 2 process. From September 2009 we will be offering 4 diploma lines in Creative and Media, Construction and the Built Environment, Society, Health and Development and Hospitality. We are applying for further diploma lines as part of the Gateway 3 process.

We are keen to recruit a creative, dynamic and motivated practitioner with an ability to develop positive working relationships that will take forward our collaborative diploma offer to 2013 and beyond.

The successful candidate will be ambitious, enthusiastic and keen to establish diplomas as a vibrant option for the young people of Waltham Forest. You will work closely with the Group Manager 14 – 19 and with senior colleagues and practitioners in schools, colleges and training providers. You will liaise with support agencies and partner organisations to ensure smooth processes are in place to facilitate diploma development and delivery.

We have an established set of collaborative protocols and a track record of successful joint delivery in additional and Alternative Provision. The successful candidate will ensure that the collaborative work around the diplomas continues and expands in areas such as employer engagement, information, advice and guidance, use of the managed learning environment and functional skills. This post represents an exciting opportunity for an experienced colleague to take the next step on their career within a supportive and creative team.

For an informal conversation, contact Neil Larkin, Group Manager 14 – 19 on 0208 496 6305.

Interviews: 24th October 2008

Equal Opportunities

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 strategic outcomes contained in its Corporate Equality Plan: • Promoting equality of opportunity • Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage • Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels • Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. For more information please visit: http://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/index/social.htm

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