Rutland County Council Vacancies

School Transport Passenger Assistants

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0100

Do you have a caring and patient nature and good with young people? Do you have experience of working with vulnerable young people? We are looking for School Passenger Transport Assistants to join our busy Transport Operations team to help take children (including children with special educational needs) to and from school safely.

About you…

You have experience of working with the public in a caring role.
You have strong interpersonal and communication skills
You are committed to delivering a high level of customer service to clients and their families
You are able to work within a team

As the School Transport Passenger Assistant, your passengers will include children with special educational needs or disabilities, and you will be supported by a Driver during the journey.

About the role…
The School Transport Passenger Assistant is responsible for the following duties:

To look after the welfare of passengers from the moment they are collected until the time they are handed over to any acknowledged person on reaching the pre-determined destination
To communicate effectively with the parent/carer of passengers regarding alterations of timings or other issues.
To alert the driver of the vehicle and other passengers with regard to any transport, safety or care issues arising on the route
Undertake training as required

Working hours may vary between 7am and 5pm

Applicants must be able to access the depot at Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell, LE15 7QJ

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.

The School Transport Passenger Assistant interviews will be held during week commencing 07 September 2026. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, you will be operating from Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell, Rutland LE15 7QJ .

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Graham Saunders on 07901744527 or at gsaunders@rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Project Manager/Project Officer

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:06:00 +0100

Are you ready to make a real impact across Rutland County Council? We're expanding our Corporate Project Management Office (PMO) and are looking for two ambitious and motivated project professionals to join our PMO Team.

These career-graded opportunities are ideal for both:

Experienced Project Managers looking for their next challenge

Project Officers or aspiring Project Managers ready to develop their career

About the roles:

With significant change management underway, including Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), Operation Legacy and major corporate change initiatives, now is the perfect time to join the team.

Working alongside senior leaders, project service leads and partners across the Council, you'll help drive programmes and projects from concept through to delivery. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are well governed, effectively managed and deliver meaningful outcomes for our residents and communities.

As the Project Manager/Project Officer your duties will include:

Support and lead projects that contribute to the future shape of local government

Work across multiple programmes and workstreams simultaneously

Coordinate project plans, risks, actions and reporting

Build positive relationships with stakeholders across the organisation

Support governance boards and decision-making processes

Help ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard

Contribute to developing a strong and sustainable project management culture across the Council

About you:

Depending on your experience and capability, you will join the team as either a Project Officer or Project Manager, with a supported development pathway through our career-grade framework.

We're seeking enthusiastic people who enjoy solving problems, building relationships and making things happen.

Help us deliver change that matters. Join our Corporate PMO and be part of shaping Rutland's future.

The Project Manager/Project Officer interviews will be held face to face on 27 August 2026. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be.    Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Victoria Stacey at VStacey@rutland.gov.uk or Rachel Vincent at RVincent@rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Social Worker, Through Care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:33:00 +0100

Our vision is for all children and young people in Rutland to be happy, safe and successful. They will be supported and empowered to be the best they can be.

Rutland County Council is looking for a committed and motivated Social Worker to join our Through Care Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with children looked after and care leavers, supporting them to achieve stability, independence and positive outcomes as they progress through childhood and into adulthood.

As a Through Care Social Worker, you will be responsible for building meaningful relationships with children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and that they receive the support they need to thrive. You will work alongside foster carers, families, Personal Advisors, education providers, health professionals and partner agencies to deliver high quality care planning and pathway planning that keeps children and young people at the centre of everything we do.

About the Role:

As the Social Worker, Through care your duties include:

Hold a responsibility for children and young people in the care of the Local Authority

Undertake assessments, statutory visits and direct work

Develop and review Care Plans and Pathway Plans that promote permanence, stability and independence

Support young people to prepare for adulthood, including accommodation, education, employment, training and financial wellbeing

Attend Children Looked After Reviews, planning meetings and other multi-agency forums

Ensure children's wishes and feelings inform all planning and decision-making

Actively champion the role of the Local Authority as a Corporate Parent

Maintain high-quality recording and report writing in line with statutory requirements

About you:

To be successful, we are seeking a qualified Social Worker who:

Holds a recognised Social Work qualification

Registered with Social Work England

Has knowledge of legislation, guidance and best practice relating to children looked after and care leavers

Demonstrates strong assessment, planning and relationship-based practice skills

Is child-centred, solution focused and committed to achieving excellent outcomes

Works effectively within a multi-agency environment

Has excellent communication, recording and report-writing skills

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS and Social Work England Registration are paid by us.

Please be advised the postholder will need a full driving licence to travel around the county.

The Social Worker, Through Care interviews will be held face to face during week commencing 07 September 2026. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be.    Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Shana Pear, Team Manager on 01572 720946 or at spear@rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Occupational Therapist (Reablement)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:39:00 +0100

About you…
Are you a newly qualified or developing Occupational Therapist who wants to make a genuine difference in people’s lives? Join our friendly Therapy Services team and help adults in Rutland regain confidence, independence and control in their everyday routines.

This is a great opportunity to build your practice in a supportive Adult Social Care environment, working across hospital discharge, community reablement and prevention-focused support.

What we expect:
• Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and the Care Act 2014.
• Hold a full driving license and be able to get to home visits across Rutland.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid pattern, including being office-based for at least 2 days per week for full-time staff (can be up to 5 days a week if the service requires).
• Able to identify and prioritise urgent work, responding appropriately to reduce immediate risks to clients.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to try new ways of working. We can support you to build the role-specific skills; the most important factor is having the right aptitude.
• Able to progress cases in a timely and proportionate way, depending on complexity.
• Able to work one Saturday in every four weeks on a rota basis.
• Willing to develop your skills to be able to supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• The ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and respond positively to change, demonstrating emotional resilience.

About the role…
As an Occupational Therapist, you will complete holistic, strength-based assessments and create practical reablement plans that focus on what matters most to each person. You will recommend equipment and adaptations, support safe moving and handling solutions, and work with people, carers and colleagues to reduce risk, improve confidence and promote independence through goal setting.

Why join us?
• You’ll join a friendly team of around 13 therapy staff - supportive, approachable and committed to helping you succeed.
• We’re part of a small Adult Social Care service that works well across teams and is motivated to achieve positive outcomes for Rutland residents.
• Because of our size, we can act on improvements quickly. We welcome people who spot better ways of working and bring fresh ideas to service delivery.
• Guaranteed maximum caseload.
• Guaranteed monthly supervision, including case reflection and My Conversation-style approaches.
• Weekly peer review sessions to discuss complex/challenging cases.
• Monthly CPD opportunities (a 50/50 mix of adult social care CPD and occupational therapy-specific CPD).
• Access to fleet vehicles from our Catmose site (subject to availability).
• You will work in a varied role where no two days are the same, from Reablement planning, to equipment, adaptations and moving and handling assessments.
• £3,000 market supplement (pro rata, subject to contract conditions).
• Daily drop-in sessions with senior OTs you can always reach someone for clinical support.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Claire Hagger, Therapy Team Manager at CHagger@rutland.gov.uk. We’re also happy to arrange a visit so you can meet the team - one of our greatest assets.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS and HCPC registration are paid by us.

The Occupational Therapist interviews will be held face to face on 27 August 2026.
Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact Claire Hagger, Therapy Team Manager at c.hagger@rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register.

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Social Worker – Community Team

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0100

We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Community Team at Rutland County Council.

The role of a Social Worker in Adult Social Care is varied, working with some of the most at-risk members of our Rutland community. You will be working with adults aged 18+ and will deal with cases requiring you to be resilient and empathetic.

We invite applications from motivated Social Workers, ranging from newly qualified candidates to experienced professionals. If you enjoy supporting a range of adults to overcome challenges, live safe from abuse and reach their full potential, this could be the opportunity for you!

About you…

To be successful in the role you will need to have/be:

Qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England
Knowledge and experience of Adult Care legislation and procedures
Work in a Strength Based Approach and Outcome focused way
Experience of working with people with a learning disability and with autistic people is desirable for this role

About the role…
The Community team work with a range of adults with care and support needs. As a Social Worker in this team, you will be responsible for the following:

To assess the social care needs of Rutland (adult) residents who have complex needs, including people with a learning disability and autistic people (desirable)
To promote and contribute to the safety and wellbeing of all people in the community
To work in an integrated way with partners including health and other colleagues across LLR and locally, to promote the rights, freedoms and outcomes of those supported

We can offer manageable caseloads, with reflective peer practice, CPD sessions and regular 1 to 1 supervision.

Please note: This role requires the successful candidate to hold a full driving licence, as travel across the county is essential.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS and Social Work England registration are paid by us.

Interviews will be held week commencing 17 August 2026. Exact dates to be confirmed. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you are interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay. Previous applicants need not apply.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact: Mark Heawood Team Manager 01572 720988 at mheawood@rutland.gov.uk or Morag Barltrop, Senior Practitioner, on 01572 758443, or email mbarltrop@Rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.