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Northhamptonshire Council are recruiting for a Permanent Children's Social Worker to join their Children In Care - Court Team.
Up to £8,000 towards relocation
As a Children's Social Worker at Northamptonshire Children's Trust, you'll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise.
The Children in Care Team provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire.
This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care.
We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child.
You'll be conducting clear, accurate assessments, coordinating multi-agency approaches, and building positive relationships.
This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Leaving Care Service and our external partners.
What will you be doing?
Our children in care service provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire.
This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care.
We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child.
The service has 11 teams that work across the county and focus on particular cohorts of children.
You will need to be experienced at court work and will be confident and capable enough to attend court on your own if necessary.
About you
You will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children, young people and families.
As an effective communicator you will be able to build positive, strength-based relationships with a diverse range of children, young people and families.
As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers.
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Northampton, England
Salary / Rate: £39384 - £42620 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:30
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Our vision is A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success.
By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children.
You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:
All paths lead back to the child.
We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
We do what we say we're going to do.
We work with the whole family.
No matter what, we aim to make things better.
You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision.
You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career.
You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focusing on development and evidencing your SWE registration.
We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager.
Your new role
Southend City Council's Fostering Recruitment Team are looking to appoint a permanent, full-time, Social Worker to recruit, train, assess, supervise and support Foster Carers in their role of looking after children and young people.
Cases are capped at 6 Form F.
Ensuing the highest professional standards and a good overall knowledge of relevant children's and fostering legislation, regulations and practice methods.
Providing a supportive and efficient service to children, young people, their families and fostering families, ensuring that the needs of children and their parents and carers are professionally assessed.
You will be investigating, evaluating and analysing information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence in conclusions and realistic action plans.
As well as this, you will be required to develop practice which takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in their immediate and extended social circles and having full regard to their overall development needs.
The position is hybrid working, and you will be expected to be on site a minimum of 2 days a week.
There will be a face-to-face team meeting every other week on a Tuesday.
If you're interested in this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Westcliff-On-Sea, England
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:30
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Gloucestershire County Council are recruiting for a Permanent Advanced Practitioner to join their Children & Families teams.
This is an exciting opportunity for Senior Social Workers looking for the next step up in their career or Advanced Practitioners looking to join a nurturing and supportive council.
+ £4,000 welcome payment and an annual retention payment of £2,000.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
The key responsibilities for this role include working in collaboration and alongside the Team Manager, to:
Be the allocated Advanced Social Work Practitioner for a protected caseload of up to 8 children and young people with complex and challenging needs, risks and circumstances
Provide supervision and management oversight for the practice and development of Trainee Social Workers on placement and Newly Qualified Social Workers in their first Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) within the team
Take a lead in promoting, supporting and addressing quality control, assurance and improvement activities within the team and across the service in accordance with the Accelerated Improvement Plan and other associated plans
Take a lead in promoting, supporting and addressing performance activities within the team and across the service in accordance with the Accelerated Improvement Plan and other associated plans
Responsibilities and duties:
Demonstrate exemplary social work practice in accordance with Social Work England's professional standards to promote and the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in need of support, protection and care.
Ensure that all social work activity is compliant with statutory guidance, legislation and GCC policies and procedures.
Deliver consistently good and effective social work practice to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families through evidenced based practice which is consistent with the Essentials Programmes and Practice Fundamentals.
Manage a protected caseload of up to 8 children and young people with complex and challenging needs, risks and circumstances.
Undertake direct work with children, young people and their parents/carers and families to explore concerns, build resilience and understanding to deliver improved outcomes.
Risk assess and review plans to build on identified strengths and address the risk of significant harm to achieve and maintain long term safety and wellbeing for children and young people
Experience:
Demonstrable experience of children and families statutory social work.
Supervisory and mentoring, coaching or training experience.
Proven track record of effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience of creating a learning culture and environment.
Experience of chairing meetings and attending court.
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
As well as your experience as a front line social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post:
Social Work England registration
Evidence of continuous professional development
Practice educator qualification (or working towards)
A full driving licence and willingness to drive
Enhanced DBS clearance
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Gloucester, England
Salary / Rate: £44000 - £48474 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:29
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Northhamptonshire Council are recruiting for a Permanent Children's Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team.
£6,000 Welcome bonus, up to £8,000 relocation allowance.
About the role
To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Children Trust.
You will be a qualified social worker with proven post qualification experience ideally with experience of working within children with disabilities and their families.
What will you be doing?
To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Childrens Trust.
About you
You should be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children and families.
You will be able to manage a complex and diverse caseload to the required standards.
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Northampton, England
Salary / Rate: £39384 - £42620 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:29
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Medway Council are recruiting for a number of permanent Senior Practitioner within the Children's Services team.
+ £6,000 market premia + £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
Assist the Team Manager in supporting the team in safeguarding and promoting the well-being of vulnerable children and young people through the provision of high quality social work practice, supporting them to achieve their full potential, living within their family if safe to do so.
Model best practice, sharing learning, and offering a safe reflective space for less experienced practitioners in your team to develop.
Participate in effective partnership working and engagement and work collaboratively with a range of organisations, statutory and voluntary in delivering services to children and young people.
Comply and support others to comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.
Maintain personal and professional training and development as part of your commitment to continuous professional development, utilising supervision and your annual personal development review plan, to support your growth and development as a practitioner and leader.
As a Senior Practitioner you will be in a leadership role within the team whereby you may be required to deputise for the team manager, supervise staff, lead in an area of specialism and support the team practically and emotionally with oversight and support from the Team Manager.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Manage a reduced caseload within the appropriate statutory framework to a high standard.
Your casework will consist of complex and joint casework with less experienced members in the team, where your role will be to oversee practice and support the development of your team.
Demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, assessing and managing higher levels of risk and working collaboratively with children, young people and their families and carers.
Contribute to the learning and development of others in your team, including providing advice and support to less experienced staff on aspects of casework ensuring a high level of practice is demonstrated.
Supervise staff within your team including student social workers, newly qualified social workers, family support workers and/or personal advisors.
The Team Manager will retain overall responsibility for the team.
Lead on an area of practice that is relevant to your service and be an expert in this area, within your service, providing training opportunities, consultation and sharing resources.
Where available you should be part of a Medway Safeguarding Children's Partnership (MSCP) Champions group for your area of specialism.
WORKING STYLE
The work style for this role has been assessed as ‘Hybrid'.
This means the post holder will have a flexible work style and be able to work from a variety of locations.
There is an expectation that the post holder will be office based for a minimum of 2 days each week and for the whole week whilst on duty.
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Salary / Rate: £48000 - £48695 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:28
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Medway Council are recruiting for a permanent Experienced Children in Care Social Worker
+ £5,500 market premia + £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience.
To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.
To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.
Main duties and responsibilities:
Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART care plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all looked after children receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children.
Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths based practice, working collaboratively with children and their families.
Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.
To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration.
Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with looked after children, their families and their carer's.
Demonstrate the ability to collaboratively engage and develop quality Life-story work with all Looked After Children so they have a good understanding of their family and their story both in care and before care.
WORKING STYLE
The workstyle for this role has been assessed as ‘Hybrid'.
This means the post holder will have a flexible workstyle and be able to work from a variety of locations.
There is an expectation that the post holder will be office based for a minimum of 2 days each week and for the whole week whilst on duty.
if you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Salary / Rate: £43000 - £43646 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:27
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Medway Council are recruiting for a number of permanent Experienced Fostering Recruitment Social Worker.
+ £3,000 market premia + £2,000 annual retention payment after 2 years' service
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To assess, plan, and use evidence based analytical practice to assess prospective foster carers.
To contribute to the recruitment of foster carers, with involvement in an active recruitment campaign, being responsible for responding to initial enquiries, undertaking initial visits, and co-hosting information sessions.
To work to a structured time management practice; responding to enquiries, submitting reports, assessments and plans within regulated timescales.
To contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children's Social Care Service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision.
(This will be dependent upon the complexities of the cases and the post qualification experience of the social worker).
To maintain accurate written and computerised records, in accordance with agreed procedures and in order to meet legislative responsibilities.
Main duties and responsibilities:
To actively promote work life balance and flexible working in order to achieve high quality service delivery.
To actively promote the Council's Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place.
To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974, the Council's Health and Safety Policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work.
To fully understand and be aware of the commitment to Section 17 of the duty of Crime and Disorder Act 1998 to prevent crime and disorder.
At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time may be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.
WORKING STYLE
The work style for this role has been assessed as ‘Hybrid'.
This means the post holder will have a flexible work style and be able to work from a variety of locations.
There is an expectation that the post holder will be office based for a minimum of 2 days each week and for the whole week whilst on duty.
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Salary / Rate: £43000 - £43646 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:26
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Gloucestershire County Council are recruiting for a Permanent Social Worker to join their Children's Services.
+ £4,000 welcome payment and an annual retention payment of £2,000.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
To work closely with children, young people and their families, other staff within the service function and partner agencies to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk.
To promote a range of services which carry out statutory duties as required by legislation and guidance.
To assess the needs of children, young people and families to plan and implement suitable multi-agency interventions and service provisions to meet need and review outcomes.
Responsibilities and duties:
Build positive relationships with children and their families through direct work to ensure that their voices, wishes and feelings are heard.
Provide a clear, accurate and holistic assessment of a child and their family needs in line with statutory and local guidance and in collaboration with the child, their family and other agencies.
· Carry a case load of children and families in line with the experience of the social worker and the organisational needs of the service function, including children in need in child protection plans and children in care.
Carry a caseload which will progress in number and complexity and which meets the needs of the service.
Develop SMART plans with children and their families to balance risk factors and needs to achieve outcome focused interventions.
To undertake direct work with children, young people and families in order to manage risk and achieve the sustained and positive outcomes identified in assessments and plans.
Prepare high quality reports for relevant meetings and to present them to a variety of other professionals
Experience:
Significant experience of working with children, young people and families.
Experience of working in a social care setting.
Experience of child protection and statutory child care.
Experience of assessment and management of risk to children within practice
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
As well as your experience as a front line social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post:
Social Work England registration
Experience at Senior Social worker level
A recognised qualification in Social Work
To have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
A full driving licence and willingness to drive
Enhanced DBS clearance
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Gloucester, England
Salary / Rate: £36648 - £44000 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:26
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Hertfordshire Council are recruiting for a number of permanent Experienced Senior Practitioner's to join their Children's Services.
+ £6,000 p/a market enhanced payment plus £1,000 one off welcome payment
About the Service:
At Hertfordshire County Council, we believe that the children and young people in our care deserve the best.
And that means ensuring the social workers who work alongside them are trained, supported, and highly motivated.
As an innovative authority, we are committed to developing motivational social work practice and you will be trained to work in this way.
You will be working at the forefront of best practice to deliver first class support to vulnerable children and families which will expose you to managing complex and diverse caseloads.
About the role:
Each Team is made up of; a Team Manager, Consultant Social Worker(s), Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, Children's Practitioners and Family Practitioners. We are looking for experienced Social Workers to join one of the following teams:
Family Safeguarding
0-25 Disability Service
Separated Migrant Children
CLA
As a Senior Practitioner, you will already have highly developed specialist knowledge of Social Work practice.
Your advanced expertise and knowledge will help you to take the lead on complex cases within the department.
This is a varied and challenging role where you will have shared responsibility for leading less experience staff.
You will have a key role in researching and sharing up to date social work practice alongside creating a clear vision for the future and ensuring the best outcomes for children and their families are realised.
About you:
It is essential that all Social Workers who apply have the following:
Qualified and Social Work England Registered
At least 2 years post qualification experience
Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures
Proficient in the use of Microsoft IT package
Full UK Driving Licence
In addition to the above, below outlines team specific essential criteria:
Family Safeguarding:
Significant senior level front line experience in a safeguarding team.
Recent experience of case work in Assessments, Child Protection, Children Looked After and Care Proceedings
In-depth knowledge of relevant childcare legislation is necessary to undertake work in this role effectively.
Children Looked After:
Experience of care planning, assessments and reviews.
Track record of working alongside challenging families.
0-25 Disability Service:
Ability to complete robust assessments & to assess risk.
Ability to work in a relationship-based way.
Separated Migrant Children:
Ability to complete robust assessments & to assess risk.
Knowledge/experience of working with Separated Migrant Children and of relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedure specific to Separated Migrant Children.
Knowledge/experience of working with children and young people subject to or at risk of exploitation including modern day slavery and trafficking.
Additional Benefits for Social Work roles include:
Monthly Market Enhanced Payment
One off £1k Welcome Payment
* (terms & conditions apply)
Lease Car Scheme
Hybrid working model
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stevenage, England
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £40221 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:26
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Bromley Council are recruiting for a Permanent Senior Social Worker/Approved mental health professional to join their community mental health teams based in Orpington and Beckenham.
+ £2,000 Golden Hello, £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance and lease car.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
The London Borough of Bromley, in partnership with Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit a full-time Senior Social Worker/AMHP to work within their Community Mental Health teams based in Orpington and Beckenham.
Senior Social Workers must hold the AMHP qualification.
Your role will be to offer support to both community and in-patient services, with the focus on working together with service users to enhance their independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities and duties:
You will be expected to undertake the statutory requirements of your role and that of the local authority to include Care Act duties, Safeguarding, both adult and children.
You are required to have proven experience of supervision, mentoring or supporting the learning of others.
Your knowledge and skills will be valued and opportunities for further development encouraged.
We aim to develop and maintain a culture of continuous learning and will actively promote this throughout your employment, ensuring through good quality supervision both managerial and professional that you are developing and delivering on the skills and knowledge required for the post.
Experience:
You must hold a Dip SW, CQSW or degree in Social Work and be a qualified AMHP and practice educator.
You must be registered with Social Work England
Enhanced DBS
Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Orpington, England
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £50063 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:25
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Bromley Council are recruiting for a Permanent Senior Practitioner to join their Safeguarding and Care Planning team.
+ £2,000 Golden Hello, £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance and lease car.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
Bromley Council are seeking highly talented and ambitious registered Senior Practitioners to join them on their journey to excellence.
Bromley is committed to making children and young people in the Borough its top priority.
Their values and behaviours have a key part to play in how staff carry out the work of the Council and how they engage and build working relationships with key partner agencies.
This framework outlines the desired behaviours that align with established values, to help create a workforce that are able to deliver services that are seen as excellent in the eyes of local people.
About the Role:
You will be joining an ambitious service with strong leadership and clear lines of support.
As part of the Bromley Promise there will be a dedicated two week induction programme upon joining the team, manageable caseloads, you will work in a small cluster team containing just five Social Workers/Seniors and one Team Manager and you will have dedicated time set aside for quality reflective supervision.
Confident that with your support, we will continue to provide good social care services to our children in Bromley as set out in our improvement and transformation plan.
In return we ask that you bring your passion, dedication and skills to us
Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: £52000 - £52327 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:24
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Hertfordshire Council are recruiting for a number of Experienced Social Worker's to join their Children's Services.
+ £5,000 p/a market enhanced payment plus £1,000 one off welcome payment
About the Service:
At Hertfordshire County Council, we believe that the children and young people in our care deserve the best.
And that means ensuring the social workers who work alongside them are trained, supported, and highly motivated.
As an innovative authority, we are committed to developing motivational social work practice and you will be trained to work in this way.
You will be working at the forefront of best practice to deliver first class support to vulnerable children and families which will expose you to managing complex and diverse caseloads.
By changing our approach to families, they are changing their approach to us and we are managing to keep far more children at home safely with their families. With dedicated Diversity & Inclusion strategy and focus groups, we promote diversity and inclusion across the delivery of services and within our workforce.
About the role:
Each Team is made up of; a Team Manager, Consultant Social Worker(s), Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, Children's Practitioners and Family Practitioners. We are looking for experienced Social Workers to join one of the following teams:
Family Safeguarding
0-25 Disability Service (Adults & Childrens)
Specialist Adolescent Services Hertfordshire (SASH)
About you
It is essential that all Social Workers who apply have the following:
Qualified and Social Work England Registered
At least 1 years post ASYE experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures
Proficient in the use of Microsoft IT package
Full UK Driving Licence
Regular Access to a vehicle
In addition to the above, below outlines team specific essential criteria:
Family Safeguarding:
Experience of care planning, assessments and reviews.
Deliver welfare reports to conferences and court hearings
0-25 Disability Service
Ability to complete robust assessments & to assess risk
Ability to work in a relationship-based way
Additional Benefits for Social Work roles include:
Monthly Market Enhanced Payment
One off £1k Welcome Payment
* (terms & conditions apply)
Lease Car Scheme
Hybrid working model
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stevenage, England
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £35745 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:23
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Bromley Council are recruiting for a Permanent Senior Practitioner to join their ATLAS team.
+ £2,000 Golden Hello and £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role:
Bromley Council have recently created a new, exciting Senior Practitioner post within the Atlas team, and are looking for an experienced social worker/senior practitioner, with a keen interest in working with vulnerable adolescents.
This post is a developing role and will mature and change over time.
The initial stages will be to work with the Team Manager to strengthen the offer of support, advice and intervention to practitioners and professional working with young people at risk of extra-familial harm.
The Atlas social worker will initially work with the Team Manager to develop the following areas:
Intervention programmes for young people at risk of exploitation.
Develop and deliver training to social workers and partner agencies.
Lead on complex mapping exercises
Undertake 1:1 pieces of work with a small number of young people / Co-work with allocated social workers.
Provide expert advice and support.
*Please note that this role will be developed further over the next 6 months
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Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: £52000 - £52327 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:23
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Team Manager - Safeguarding and Care Planning Team
Salary: up to £55,890.00 per annum
In addition, you will receive up to £2000 annual retention payment, £2000 Golden Hello
and other excellent benefits including a lease carHours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Bromley Civic Centre/hybrid working
Looking for your next exciting adventure in social work? Look no further!
Bromley is committed to making children and young people in the Borough its top priority and are seeking highly talented and ambitious registered Team Managers to join us on our journey to excellence.
Applicants must have Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care, enhanced Disclosure Barring Service check, and be registered with Social Work England (or able to obtain registration prior to commencement of employment).
This to include:
Supervising complex Casework
Undertaking contested care proceedings
Supervising Supporting & coaching Social Workers
Experience of Practice teaching
Raising practice standards
Bromley Children's Social Care has recently been awarded an Ofsted rating of “outstanding”.
You can view the latest report here.
With appropriate supervision, assess for and provide services to children in need within the framework of the appropriate legislation, regulations, departmental procedures and child care policy.
This will include responsibility for a limited caseload of children and families where needs are particularly complex and problematic.
To follow and apply relevant internal policies and procedures in working with complex family situations and vulnerable children including children on the child protection register, children subject to legal proceedings and Looked After children.
To ensure that services are efficiently and effectively provided, liaising as necessary with other divisions, Council Departments, N.H.S.
trusts, schools, carers, voluntary and independent sector providers.
To maintain high standards of professional practice within their own workload and to promote and enhance such practice within the team and division, through the implementation of departmental quality assurance systems.
All post holders are expected to maintain professional standards of practice and to work in accordance with the Departmental vision, values, procedures and managerial guidance.
Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
A range of salary sacrifice schemes, including for lease cars, technology equipment and for gym.
Benefit scheme also includes a range of discounts at local retailers
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Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55890.00 - £56890 per annum + 55,890.00
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:22
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AMHP Senior Social Worker
Permanent, Full Time
£45,217 to £54,395 per annum
Location: Affiliated with North/Mid AMHP Hub and Essex wide as required.
This role involves working a condensed week (37 hours per week across 4 weekdays).
The successful postholder will be expected to be office based from either the Colchester or Basildon office.
Exciting opportunities have arisen to join Essex County Council's (ECC) fast paced, dynamic and supportive dedicated Approved Mental Health Service (AMHP) Service.
Operating within ECC as a hub and spoke model, the AMHP Service is transforming, and posts have become available as we expand the core aspect of the daytime service.
The transformation of the service is from one centralised AMHP ‘hub' to two.
The Service takes referral 9-5 Monday to Friday and is supported by the Essex Emergency Duty Service outside of these times.
The Role
The Approved Mental Health Professional Service has a unique position in ensuring compliance with the statutory functions imposed upon the Local Authority by the Mental Health Act.
The service will be responsible for delivering the AMHP rota.
The service will undertake statutory assessments, triaging initial enquiries in line with statutory duties.
As a Senior Social Worker you will be passionate and experienced in demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations often in pressurised environments.
You will be able to manage workloads and support colleagues with complex cases, with an ability to mitigate high levels of risk.
You will work collaboratively with statutory and non-statutory/voluntary agencies ensuring a joined-up approach.
You will have significant experience of social work, modelling good practice, triaging mental health act referrals, prioritising responses, giving direction to others and providing expert advice and guidance.
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Type: Permanent Location: Basildon, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £45217 - £54395 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:21
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Medway Council are recruiting for a Children's Social worker
Salary
Up to £41,567
+ £5,500 market premia + £3,000 annual retention payment after 1 years' service
As a Childrens Social Worker you will need to:
To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience.
To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.
To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, prepare SMART care plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all looked after children receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children.
Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children and their families.
Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.
To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration.
For this position, you must have -, A degree or masters in Social Work (or any other recognised equivalent qualification), HCPC registrationWorking with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including -, A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated Social Work recruitment team, Excellent rates of pay, An extensive range of Social Work vacancies available throughout the UK, Payroll service twice a weekIf you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Mike at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email Delanie.Heyes@servicecare.org.uk.Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!
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Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £41567 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:20
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Bromley is committed to making children and young people in the Borough its top priority and are seeking highly talented and ambitious registered Team Managers to join us on our journey to excellence.
Bromley Children's Social Care has recently been awarded an Ofsted rating of “outstanding”.
You can view the latest report here.
About the Role
This role is within the Referral and Assessment Service.
The Referral and Assessment Teams receive all new referrals from the Bromley MASH and undertake Child and Family assessments to determine how best children's needs can be met.
There are 6 teams, each consisting of a team manager and 5 social workers.
The teams go onto duty for one week every 6 weeks and during their duty week, social workers will receive new allocations.
Referral and Assessment Team Managers oversee/manage approximately 50 families at any given time.
Bromley has made a huge investment in terms of staffing in order to ensure that social workers have lower caseloads.
Referral and Assessment Social Workers will carry an average of 8 families.
Social workers in the service are positive, motivated and feel that their current caseload allows them complete good social work interventions with families.
As part of the Bromley Promise, there will be a dedicated two-week induction programme upon joining us.
You will be working within smaller teams comprising of just five Social Workers/Senior Practitioners which are headed up by the Team Manager.
Our senior managers are accessible, ensuring you have support when needed.
You will have dedicated time set aside for quality and reflective 1-1 supervision with your manager.
Bromley are working in a relationship-based practice framework and we are looking for a social worker who is passionate about working with children and their families.
We are looking for an individual who will be able use their ability to form good relationships with families and professionals to bring about positive changes for children and young people.
We are confident that with your support, we will continue to provide high quality social care services to our children in Bromley as set out in our improvement and transformation plan.
In return we ask that you bring your passion, dedication and skills to us.
The Bromley Promise:
Manageable caseloads for every Social Worker
Dedicated time for reflective supervision
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement including an additional three days
Small Cluster teams with one team manager supervising five Social Workers
Two-week protected induction programme
Excellent Learning and development opportunities with bespoke training for every social worker
Social Workers and team managers have easy and regular access to the leadership team
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Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £55890.00 - £56890 per annum + 55,890.00
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:19
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Bromley Council are recruiting for a Permanent Team Manager to work within their Safeguarding and Care Planning Team.
+ £2,000 Golden Hello, £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance and lease car.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
Main Purpose:
To discharge the authority's responsibilities under the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation with respect to children in need, particularly those in need of protection and those looked after by the authority.
Responsibilities and duties:
With appropriate supervision, assess for and provide services to children in need within the framework of the appropriate legislation, regulations, departmental procedures and child care policy.
This will include responsibility for a limited caseload of children and families where needs are particularly complex and problematic.
To follow and apply relevant internal policies and procedures in working with complex family situations and vulnerable children including children on the child protection register, children subject to legal proceedings and Looked After children.
To ensure that services are efficiently and effectively provided, liaising as necessary with other divisions, Council Departments, N.H.S.
trusts, schools, carers, voluntary and independent sector providers.
To maintain high standards of professional practice within their own workload and to promote and enhance such practice within the team and division, through the implementation of departmental quality assurance systems.
All post holders are expected to maintain professional standards of practice and to work in accordance with the Departmental vision, values, procedures and managerial guidance.
To supervise a number of professional staff within the team in line with relevant internal procedures on supervision, training and personal developments
Experience:
Appropriate and relevant experience and post-qualification experience of children and families social work within a statutory, voluntary or independent sector organisation.
This to include:
Supervising complex Casework
Undertaking contested care proceedings
Supervising Supporting & coaching Social Workers
Experience of Practice teaching
Raising practice standards
Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
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Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £55890 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:19
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Bromley Council are recruiting for a Permanent Senior Practitioner to join their Court Team (within Safeguarding & Care Planning)
+ £2,000 Golden Hello, £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance and lease car.
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Contract Type: Permanent
Bromley Council are seeking highly talented and ambitious registered Senior Practitioners to join them on their journey to excellence.
About the Role:
The Safeguarding and Care Planning Service works in partnership with other agencies such as Police, Health and Education, and aims to ensure children grow up with the best life chances and receive safe and consistent care.
Our values and behaviours have a key part to play in how staff carry out the work of the Council and how we engage and build working relationships with key partner agencies.
This framework outlines the desired behaviours that align with our established values, to help create a workforce that are able to deliver services that are seen as ‘excellent' in the eyes of local people.
The Court Team is a specialist team within the Safeguarding Service.
The focus of the work is with children at significant risk of harm where intervention of the court is necessary to protect them.
Many of these children become looked after by the Local Authority in the interim and subsequently may not be able to return to their parents.
They may be permanently cared for elsewhere by living with either extended family, long term foster care or adoption under a Court Order.
The Court Team consists of a Team Manager and 6 Senior Practitioners.
This team works in partnership with the Bromley Children's Legal Team to ensure that children's cases that are presented to court are well prepared and timely.
The position requires recent court experience and the ideal candidate would be keen to join a team that specialises in court work within a safeguarding team.
The successful candidate must:
Be very well organised, have the ability to communicate effectively and articulate evidence in care proceedings.
Write reports to a high standard, that are concise, evidence based for court and adoption panel (i.e Child Permanency and Adoption Placement Reports)
Meet court timelines for submission of statements, care plans, and to effectively parallel plan for children considering all relevant options to secure permanent care at the earliest opportunity for the child.
Undertake assessments (i.e parenting and together and apart assessments), plan appropriate intervention and work creatively with children and families who are in court proceedings
Have a good understanding of safeguarding thresholds and ability to assess and analysis risks, including good knowledge of child development and attachment theories and permanency needs of children of all ages
Benefits working for the London Borough of Bromley:
Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
Merited pay scheme
30 days Annual Leave
The opportunity to participate in the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and career development pathway
Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
The ability to claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
If you would like to apply for this role please email your CV to Delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: £52000 - £52327 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:19
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Medway Council are recruiting for a fostering Social worker Private fostering
To contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children's Social Care Service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision.
(This will be dependent upon the complexities of the cases and the post qualification experience of the social worker).
To work with connected carers and children placed in a connected carers arrangement, providing support as appropriate.
To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
To complete a range of assessment related to connected carers, including Special Guardianship, Viability and Connected Carers assessments.
To complete all assessments within regulated deadlines and timescales, and submit these reports to Court or Fostering Panel as required.
To attend Court, Fostering Panel and other forums as appropriate to present assessments.
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Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £43646 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:48:17
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Chemotherapy Nurse Position: Chemotherapy Nurse Location: Colchester Pay: Up to 43,000 + paid enhancements & benefits Hours: Full time Contract: PermanentMediTalent are currently recruiting for a Chemotherapy Community Nurse to work for our client in Colchester and covering this area.
They are seeking an experienced Chemotherapy nurse to work with them to deliver care in the comfort of patient's homes.
You will be delivering one to one care, building relationships, and supporting patients.You will provide direct patient care, administering chemotherapy treatments and monitoring patients' responses.
Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical and psychological conditions, including vital signs, laboratory results, and medication histories.
You may also be educating patients and their families about chemotherapy treatments, potential side effects, and self-care measures, so good communication skills are key.
*As this is a mobile role you will be required to hold a Full UK Driving License
*What you will need:
NMC Registered Nurse - Fully registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
Experienced Registered General Nurse - Demonstrated expertise in general nursing across various medical and surgical settings, including acute and community care.
Cytotoxic Drug Administration - Qualified and experienced in safely preparing and administering cytotoxic drugs, following strict safety protocols to manage chemotherapy treatments and other related therapies.
Clinical Assessment Expertise - Proficient in conducting comprehensive clinical assessments to diagnose, monitor, and manage patient health conditions, ensuring appropriate interventions.
High Standard of Patient Care - Committed to delivering exceptional patient care, with a focus on empathy, safety, and evidence-based practice to improve patient well-being and outcomes.
Full UK Driving License - Holder of a full, clean UK driving license, offering flexibility for roles requiring travel between care locations or patient visits.
Skills Required:
Experience: Prior experience in administering chemotherapy is required.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain treatment plans and provide emotional support.
Compassionate Care: Ability to build trusting relationships with patients, helping them feel comfortable and supported.
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on patients and their families by providing care in a familiar and comfortable environment.If you feel this role is meant for you and are passionate about making a change, we would love to hear from you!Benefits:
Annual Holiday - 25 days plus 8 days Bank holiday
Company Car or Car Allowance
Pension Scheme
Ongoing Training and Development
Company mobile phone and Tablet
Comprehensive company induction
Professional Registration Paid For
And much more....
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Type: Permanent Location: Colchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £43000 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:47:21
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VEHICLE MECHANIC (FIELD BASED) / VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – CARS AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES – EDINBURGH AND SURROUNDING AREAS – COMPETITIVE SALARY - CIRCA £40K + BONUS, BENEFITS & VANField based Motor Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician sought for our client who is a successful and rapidly growing motor vehicle Maintenance Company.
They can boast having marketing leading companies as their clients!Due to their continued success and growth, they are now recruiting for a field-based Motor Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician to cover Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.THE ROLE
As a Motor Vehicle Mechanic, you will be field based carrying out servicing, brake work and small running repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles at the clients branches, on site and at customer home locations.Clients include market leading rental and leasing companies.You will also be carrying out basic mechanical work in the field e.g., Routine Servicing, Brake Pads & Disc ReplacementYou will be field based covering Edinburgh and the surrounding areasHours of work will be 8.00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday and alternate Saturday mornings (8am - 12.30pm)
THE PERSON
The successful Motor Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician must have similar experience e.g., Motor Mechanic, Vehicle Technician etc.Experience of mobile mechanic / field-based mechanic is desired but not essentialA mechanic in the “fast fit” industry would also be suitableExperience of using a diagnostics machineYou must have a full UK driving licence with a maximum of 6 pointsThis is a customer facing role so you must be well presented with a good customer service attitudeYou will ideally be based in or around Edinburgh and the surrounding areas
THE PACKAGE
Circa £40,000 Package (Subject to experience)Productivity bonus scheme and additional work projects availableCompany Pension scheme.20 days + statutory holidaysCompany VanFuel CardDiagnostics MachineUniformTools as required
Immediate interviews available.Follow us on twitter #awconsultingltdIn respect to the above role(s), Anderson Wright Consulting Ltd operates as an Employment AgencyVEHICLE MECHANIC (FIELD BASED) / VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – CARS AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES – EDINBURGH AND SURROUNDING AREAS – COMPETITIVE SALARY - CIRCA £40K + BONUS, BENEFITS & VAN ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Edinburgh
Start: Immediate
Duration: PERMANENT
Salary / Rate: Market related
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:47:17
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Charge Nurse - Neuro - Rehab Position: Charge Nurse - Neuro - Rehab Location: Central London Pay: Up to £55,000 plus benefits and paid enhancements Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent
This Charge Nurse role in Neuro-Rehabilitation is a fantastic opportunity for a nursing professional who is passionate about making a difference in specialised patient care.
Working at one of the UK's leading private hospitals, with access to cutting-edge facilities and bespoke care programs, offers the chance to not only enhance your clinical expertise but also develop your leadership skills by managing and guiding a team.
The combination of hands-on neuro-rehabilitation care with the ability to take on a leadership role in a top-tier hospital creates a platform for both personal growth and career advancement.
As a Charge Nurse for Neuro Rehab, you would be at the heart of delivering exceptional care in one of the UK's leading private hospitals.
The responsibilities include managing a team and overseeing bespoke neuro and spinal rehabilitation programs, ensuring that care aligns with the highest standards.
Key Requirements:
Valid NMC pin: Essential for practicing in the UK.
Neuro-rehab care experience: Hands-on experience in these specialised areas is critical.
Leadership abilities: As a Charge Nurse, you'll manage larger teams, requiring strong people-management skills.
Further education: A willingness to continue professional development with relevant post-registration courses.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication is key for ensuring clear direction and patient care.
Benefits:
Generous leave: 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, and the flexibility to buy/sell additional leave.
Private healthcare and pension: Both personal healthcare and a pension scheme that increases with tenure.
Life assurance and critical illness cover: Offers peace of mind from the very first day.
Family benefits: Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and special discounts on maternity services.
Retail and corporate discounts: Adds extra value to your employment package.
This opportunity not only supports career progression in a state-of-the-art hospital but also offers exceptional benefits that prioritise your wellbeing and work-life balance.
Location: Central London is a vibrant city, renowned for its dynamic atmosphere, fantastic transport links, and iconic architecture.
Its excellent public transport network, including the London Underground, buses, and trains, ensures convenient and efficient commuting for both work and daily life.
This makes Central London an attractive destination for professionals and residents, combining ease of access with the excitement of a bustling urban environment.
To apply please email your CV or call / text Carly on 07587697411 for more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £55000 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:45:05
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? A reputable company is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner to join our dedicated team in providing high-quality care and support for young people in a safe, nurturing environment.
This is a permanent role reporting to the Deputy Manager, and you will be accountable to the Registered Manager.
Role Purpose:
The role involves offering compassionate care to children and young people who are living away from their familial homes due to various disruptions, such as emotional or behavioural challenges.
The home operates within the regulatory frameworks set by Children's Homes Regulations (England).
Key Responsibilities:
Safeguard young people by implementing individual risk management plans and promoting healthy social interactions.
Provide nurturing care through therapeutic parenting techniques.
Support young people with daily routines, educational activities, and personal development.
Ensure the home remains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Manage and lead by example, supporting a team while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and company policies.
Act as a key worker for one or more young people, assessing their needs and devising appropriate care plans.
Participate in regular training and personal development initiatives, including completing a Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce.
Essential Competencies:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong sense of accountability and teamwork.
Ability to adapt in challenging circumstances and remain motivated.
Strong leadership qualities and the ability to supervise and support colleagues.
A commitment to maintaining high standards of care.
Qualifications & Experience:
Working towards or completed Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce.
A clean UK driving license.
Enhanced DBS check.
Right to work in the UK.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a childcare or youth setting.
Why Join Us? We offer continuous personal development opportunities and a supportive work environment where your skills and dedication will make a real difference.
You'll be part of a reputable organisation committed to the highest standards of care for young people.
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Type: Permanent Location: Castleford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £34812.3400 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:43:08
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? A reputable company is seeking a Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner to join our dedicated team in providing high-quality care and support for young people in a safe, nurturing environment.
This is a permanent role reporting to the Deputy Manager, and you will be accountable to the Registered Manager.
Role Purpose:
The role involves offering compassionate care to children and young people who are living away from their familial homes due to various disruptions, such as emotional or behavioural challenges.
The home operates within the regulatory frameworks set by Children's Homes Regulations (England).
Key Responsibilities:
Safeguard young people by implementing individual risk management plans and promoting healthy social interactions.
Provide nurturing care through therapeutic parenting techniques.
Support young people with daily routines, educational activities, and personal development.
Ensure the home remains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Manage and lead by example, supporting a team while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and company policies.
Act as a key worker for one or more young people, assessing their needs and devising appropriate care plans.
Participate in regular training and personal development initiatives, including completing a Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce.
Essential Competencies:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong sense of accountability and teamwork.
Ability to adapt in challenging circumstances and remain motivated.
Strong leadership qualities and the ability to supervise and support colleagues.
A commitment to maintaining high standards of care.
Qualifications & Experience:
Working towards or completed Level 4 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce.
A clean UK driving license.
Enhanced DBS check.
Right to work in the UK.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a childcare or youth setting.
Why Join Us? We offer continuous personal development opportunities and a supportive work environment where your skills and dedication will make a real difference.
You'll be part of a reputable organisation committed to the highest standards of care for young people. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Derby, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £34812.3400 per annum
Posted: 2024-11-15 09:42:36
