Solihull Council Jobs & Careers

30/10/2026

*NEW JOB* - PROJECT OFFICER - Local SEND Reforms

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Fixed term - 18-months

We are looking for an experienced Project Officer who is keen to support our team in improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs/Disabilities (SEND) through the delivery of our local area SEND reform plan programme.

Our SEND reform programme will deliver significant changes for children and their families and requires close programme and project management to ensure progress remains on track and outcomes are achieved. As Project Officer you will work in a small programme team and provide vital support to project leads, especially in the development of our new Experts at Hand offer.

This is a varied and diverse role and requires strong organisational and communication skills along with the ability to work comfortably alongside teams under pressure and navigating uncertainty.

To find out more and apply please follow the link above

Closing Date: 10th November 2026

29/10/2026

NEW JOB - Vehicle Passenger Es**rt

Apply now - https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/280795/vehicle-passenger-escort-/

Are you a compassionate and caring individual who enjoys working with people? Could you make a difference to the lives of vulnerable adults & children, people with learning difficulties and/or a disability?

We are offering a great opportunity to assist service users of all ages with special needs/ learning or mobility difficulties to access local day centres or schools throughout the borough on Solihull Council’s Transport Fleet.

As a Vehicle Passenger Es**rt, you will need to have a good understanding of the support required by vulnerable adults & children, people with learning and/or physical disabilities.

Closing date - 15th November 2026

21/10/2026

*NEW JOB* - SPECIALIST PREVENTION WORKER - YOUTH JUSTICE SERVICE

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Hours: 37 hours per week

Solihull Youth Justice Service is a multi-agency partnership committed to preventing and reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour across the borough. The Solihull Youth Justice Service is passionate about improving outcomes for young people and victims of crime and due to significant investment into the Youth Justice Team, we have an opportunity for a Youth Justice Officer to join our team.

As a Specialist Prevention Worker you will deliver high-quality, relationship based early intervention and prevention support to children 10 – 17 years who are at risk, on the cusp, of entering the youth justice system in line with the Turnaround eligibility criteria.

You will be based within the Youth Justice Service but develop strong links to the Family Hubs and will work alongside a wide range of statutory, voluntary and community sector partners to provide timely support to children and young people who are on the cusp of offending and entering the youth justice system.

You will provide mentoring, social skills development, structured activities, sports, hobbies and family focussed interventions to improve outcomes for children and families, strengthen resilience and reduce risk factors associated with offending behaviour.

This new role complements existing youth Justice, Early Help and Family Hub services and contributes to the aims of the Ministry of Justice Turnaround Programme and Youth Justice Service by preventing first-time entry into the youth justice system and improving long-term outcomes for children and young people.

To apply, or for more information, please click on the link.

Closing Date: 4 November 2026

21/10/2026

*NEW JOB* - LICENSING TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

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We have an exciting opportunity for a number of customer focused Licensing Technical Assistants to join our busy and dedicated Licensing Team within Regulatory Services.

We currently have the following vacancies:

1 x full time, permanent contract
2 x full time, 2 year fixed term contracts (due to external funding)

Keeping people safe is at the heart of everything we do, and you will be given the unique opportunity to work across our socially and economically diverse Borough, helping us to develop and deliver a first-class service across the full range of licensing regimes, including taxis, Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, animal licensing and street trading.

No two days are the same in this fast‑paced team. You’ll work with customers from a wide variety of backgrounds and enjoy a varied workload that includes providing advice and guidance, serving customers, supporting officer visits, processing applications, and gathering information whilst following a regulatory framework.

Join us on our digital journey, and you will support the ongoing implementation and development of a new ICT system as we look to enable greater levels of customer self-serve to achieve better outcomes for people and businesses.

For more information, or to apply, please click on the link.

Closing date: 8 November 2026

21/10/2026

*NEW JOB* - SENIOR BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER (PARKING SERVICES)

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Fixed Term Contract - 2 Years (Funded Post)

Are you an experienced administrator who enjoys solving problems, working with data and delivering excellent customer service?

We're looking for a motivated and organised Senior Business Support Officer to join our Parking Services Team and play a key role in supporting the delivery of parking, enforcement and car park services across Solihull.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work closely with the Parking Services Operations Manager, providing high-level business support across a busy frontline service. From financial reconciliations and performance reporting to customer enquiries, contract administration and operational coordination, no two days will be the same.

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:
• Significant experience in an administrative or business support role
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience using databases, case management or financial systems
• Confidence handling and resolving complex customer enquiries
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent qualifications.

Experience within a local authority, parking or enforcement environment would be beneficial, but it is not essential.

Why join us?
At Solihull Council, you'll be part of a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality services to residents, businesses and visitors across the borough. You'll also benefit from:
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Flexitime scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family-friendly policies
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts, travel benefits and Cycle to Work Scheme.

If you're looking for an opportunity to broaden your experience, develop your skills and make a real difference within a high-profile council service, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 8 November 2026
Interviews: 19 November 2026

Apply now and help us deliver an efficient, responsive and customer-focused Parking Service for Solihull.

20/10/2026

We are hiring.....

EXPERIENCED SOCIAL WORKERS - CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Apply now, don't miss out!

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Closing date: 1 November 2026

We're Hiring - Experienced Social Worker - Children's Services

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Following our recent Ofsted Good judgement, there has never been a better time to join Solihull Children's Services.

With competitive salaries up to £49,817, a supportive permanent leadership team and flexible working arrangements, you'll be part of a service committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Solihull Children's Services as we continue to develop our new Family Help model, bringing together social workers, family support workers and partner agencies to provide joined-up, relationship-based support for children and families.

16/10/2026

NEW JOB - Benefits Assessor

We are looking for experienced Benefits Assessors with a passion for delivering high-quality customer service and with a detailed knowledge of Benefit legislation to join our Benefits team at Solihull Council.

Learn more - https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/job/278901/benefits-assessor/

Closing date - 4th November 2026

16/10/2026

NEW JOB - Minibus Drivers

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25 hours per week (term time only)

Would you like to make a real difference to the lives of disabled people in Solihull?

We are seeking part time drivers to join Solihull Council’s Transport Fleet. As a Minibus Driver, you will assist service users of all ages with special needs or learning or mobility difficulties, helping them access local day centres or schools throughout the borough.

Closing date - 1st November 2026

14/10/2026

New Job - Occupational Therapists - Adult Social Care

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We have some exciting opportunities for Occupational Therapists to join our evolving Reablement and Community Teams within Adult Social Care on a full time and part-time basis. We have the following opportunities:

Occupational Therapist – Reablement Team – Full-Time 37 hours
Occupational Therapist – Reablement Team – Part-Time 16 hours
Occupational Therapist – Community Team – Full-Time 37 hours

We offer the opportunity to develop your Occupational Therapy skills within a developing, innovating and supportive team.

Whether you are just qualifying, stepping into Adult Social Care for the first time or have previous experience of OT in Social Care we would like to hear from you.

Closing date - 8 November 2026

14/10/2026

New Job - Family Hubs Support Officer

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We are looking for passionate, motivated individual who is driven to serve the communities of Solihull, and the families within them, to help us make this happen.

We have exciting part time, 4 days per week opportunities for Family Hub Support Officer to join our Best Start Family Hubs on a 12 month Fixed Term contract opportunity. Our Family Hubs are now well established and busy buildings seeing hundreds of families every week.

The Family Hubs will provide a high quality and effective service to children, young people and families through a team of multi-agency professionals working together to offer support. The aim of Solihull Family Hubs is to give children and families the best start in life through a ‘one-stop’ shop approach, enabling them to get the support and services they need, including virtual appointments and online group sessions.

Closing date - 21 October 2026