The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Policy, Research and Information Officer

The closing date is 20 October 2025

Job summary

Applications will only be accepted via the RBWM council's website. Please do not apply via NHS jobs. To apply, please scroll down to 'supporting links' and select 'apply via RBWM website'

We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy, Research and Information Officer to join us!

This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £44,355 £48,446 per annum.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Principal Social Worker, you will play a key role in the continuous improvement of the Adult Social Care department. Youll lead the development of policies and guidance, research and evaluate new ways of working (including the use of AI and technology), and create accessible information for staff and residents.

About us

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive andinnovativeareas of the country. The borough council a unitary authority takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

Its a great time to join RBWM. Weve begun our transformation journeyLiving Well Togethera vision shaped by staff thats about helping residents live well and enabling our teams towork well togetherin a connected, compassionate, and forward-thinking environment. Were investing innew roles, new technology, and enhanced learning and developmentto support our teams and improve outcomes.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£44,355 to £48,446 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

F0032-25-0017

Job locations

Town Hall

St Ives Road

Maidenhead

SL6 1RF


Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is part of that investmentsupporting our ambition to improve Adult Social Care through better policies, smarter use of information, and co-production with our communities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is part of that investmentsupporting our ambition to improve Adult Social Care through better policies, smarter use of information, and co-production with our communities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience in research and policy development.

Desirable

  • Experience in developing policies and managing information content.
  • Understanding of co-production and experience working in social care or health.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
  • Excellent IT and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience in research and policy development.

Desirable

  • Experience in developing policies and managing information content.
  • Understanding of co-production and experience working in social care or health.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
  • Excellent IT and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Address

Town Hall

St Ives Road

Maidenhead

SL6 1RF


Employer's website

https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Address

Town Hall

St Ives Road

Maidenhead

SL6 1RF


Employer's website

https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Details

Date posted

16 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£44,355 to £48,446 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

F0032-25-0017

Job locations

Town Hall

St Ives Road

Maidenhead

SL6 1RF


Privacy notice

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)