Social Work Assistant
Ceredigion County Council - Penmorfa
£32,578 to £34,811 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Are you looking for the opportunity to work in the beautiful small towns and countryside of West Wales and for a forward thinking local authority that provides good staff support and opportunities for career progression? We have an opportunity in Ceredigion to recruit into a Social Work Assistant post to work in the Planned Care Team with older adults, adults with physical disabilities and psychiatry of old age who require care and support under Part 3 and 4 of the Social Services and Well-being Act and with carers who require support. The Authority is committed to a strengths based approach using Signs of Safety and is in the process of transformation to a through-age and whole family model which offers greater flexibility to develop plans & services to meet needs. This model provides exciting opportunities for collaborative working between departments within the authority as well as with our partner agencies. We are seeking Individuals with a degree of fluency in the Welsh language, A successful applicant without the required Welsh language skills will be fully supported to reach the desired standard within 2 years of appointment. Our offer to you We are committed to developing our people and will not only provide support to enable you to quickly and confidently take ownership of this role’s key areas of responsibility but in addition, we are committed to supporting your development in order that you can progress your career with us. In exchange for your skills and commitment we will offer you a range of employee benefits including flexible working, competitive annual leave allowance, pension scheme with 14.6% employer contribution, enhanced family benefits, lifestyle savings and employee health and wellbeing packages. More information about our wide-ranging employee benefits can be found here [https://careers.ceredigion.gov.uk/lifeceredigion/]. We believe work-life balance is very important. To support you in achieving this, you will have access to the following discretionary benefits: - Hybrid Working: Subject to certain conditions being met, you may choose to work from home or in an office location. - Flexi-time: Hours may be worked within a defined bandwidth, Monday to Friday, subject to service needs. Additional Information Job Description and Person Specification [https://hreforms.ceredigion.gov.uk/ufs/jdps/REQ106894.pdf] Team Ceredigion Information Pack [https://pack.careers.ceredigion.gov.uk/] Get in touch For further information and an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Ruth Jones on ruth.jones@ceredigion.gov.uk. Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process. For more details regarding this vacancy, please refer to the full job description on the Ceredigion County Council careers website.
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Supervising Social Worker
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - Swindon, Wiltshire
£35,858 to £43,858 a year
PermanentFull time
We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in Gloucestershire & Wiltshire. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 dependent on experience Mileage covered & Car Allowance Therapeutic approach Hybrid working Training & development opportunities Hours: Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny 07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
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Supervising Social Worker
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
£35,858 to £43,858 a year
PermanentFull time
We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in Hull & East Ridings. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 dependent on experience Mileage covered & Car Allowance Therapeutic approach Hybrid working Training & development opportunities Hours: Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny 07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
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Locality Social Workers
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - West Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
£38,220 to £40,777 a year
PermanentFull time
We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker for this organisation's Children's Locality (CP & CIN) service. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and families with a child-centred approach. This team has flexible and creative ways of working. About you The successful candidate will have experience within frontline teams post qualification and whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? £38,220 - £40,777 dependent on experience Salary sacrifice Health & Wellbeing packages Relocation package Access to various discounts Flexible working Free parking Local Authority Pension scheme Excellent Training & development opportunities Hours: Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny 07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
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Lead Social Worker
Elysium Healthcare - Huyton
£46,904 to £46,904 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you a Lead Social Worker looking to join a company that values and recognises you? If so, join the team at Victoria Gardens in Huyton, a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and help people in their recovery journey to develop new skills and build a brighter future. Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will manage and support a caseload of up to service users with mental health conditions . You will be responsible for assessments, CPA reports, Mental Health Tribunals, Managers Hearings and will be requested to supervise junior staff members. As a manager of the team, you will lead and promote adult safeguarding and will empower recovery to encourage service users to engage in their care plans and achieve their goals. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth. As a Social Worker you will be: Supporting the social work team to take the lead on adult safeguarding. Deputising for Lead social worker in quality assurance meetings. Supporting the social work team to deliver Safeguarding induction and update training across the Hospital. Leading the multidisciplinary teams on non-medical mental capacity issues and best interest decisions. Delivering quality supervision and appraisal to junior and senior social workers in the Team. Liaising with external agencies to enable them to fulfil their statutory duties, for example: MAPPA, Local Authority Social Services, CMHT, FIND, FOLS, Police and Probation. Supporting carers and families of detained patients To be successful in this role, you'll need: A Social Work qualification Registration with Social Work England. Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation Have at least 3-4 years’ experience of working in a similar environment Where you will be working Location : Victoria Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 5SA You will be working at V ictoria Gardens, a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. You wil l support the service to equip service u sers with the skills required for community living and increased independence. The service is a r ecovery based service and incorporate elements of the Good Lives Model, supported by individualised interventions. We have a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) with Nursing, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker support. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £46,904 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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Social Media Manager
JAISVI TECH LTD - Sittingbourne
£41,700 to £42,000 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
The Social Media Manager will establish, manage and develop the company’s social media presence, creating engaging content and delivering online marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness, customer engagement and e-commerce sales, particularly through eBay. The role will connect social media activity with product promotions, attracting relevant customers to the company’s eBay store and converting interest into purchases. Key Responsibilities: • Set up and manage Bargain Hub's social media accounts, maintaining consistent branding, accurate business information. • Develop a social media strategy and content calendar aligned with the store's product range (phone accessories, luggage, toys, homeware, etc), seasonal promotions and sales objectives. • Create and publish engaging product photos, videos and reels showcasing products and the mobile phone repair service to drive purchases. • Run online marketing campaigns directing customers to eBay listings and increasing footfall to the Sittingbourne store. • Coordinate social media promotions with eBay offers, keeping pricing and messaging consistent across channels. • Improve eBay listing titles, descriptions and images using customer feedback and campaign insights. • Plan and manage paid social advertising within budget, tracking traffic, conversions and ROI. • Monitor customer engagement, competitor activity and online trends to identify opportunities for customer acquisition and repeat purchases. Skills and Experience: • Experience managing business social media accounts and creating digital content. • Understanding of eBay selling and how online marketing supports e-commerce sales. • Ability to create effective written, photographic and video content. • Experience with paid advertising, social media analytics and campaign reporting. • Strong communication, planning and organisational skills.
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Children's Social Worker
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - West London, London
£39.04 to £39.04 an hour
HybridContractFull time
We are looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join a Referral & Assessment Team. Please note: To be considered for this role, you must hold a Social Work qualification and have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience, gained within permanent Social Work roles. About the team The Referral & Assessment Team acts as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns and requests for support relating to children within the local community. The team receives referrals from schools, health professionals, families and members of the public where there are concerns around a child's safety or welfare. Social Workers are responsible for assessing incoming referrals, identifying the appropriate level of need and ensuring that children and families receive the right support in a timely way. This is a guaranteed Referral & Assessment role for the first 6 months, providing stability and a clear focus before the local authority moves across to the new Family First model. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Worker to work within a busy front-door service, managing referrals and completing assessments while playing a key role in ensuring safeguarding concerns are responded to appropriately. About you Social Work degree / DipSW / CQSW Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience in permanent Social Work roles Experience within Children's Social Work Flexible, resilient and reflective approach A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential What's on offer? Up to £39.04 per hour umbrella (PAYE options also available) Hybrid working Guaranteed R&A Opportunity to work within a specialist Referral & Assessment Team Supportive working environment Full training provided Parking available nearby / on-site Easily accessible offices Immediatley available For more information, please get in contact Liberty Hodder - Recruitment Consultant lhodder@charecruitment.com 07884008267
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Senior Social Worker
Wakefield Council - Outwood, Wakefield
£42,839 to £46,142 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
About the role As a Senior Social Worker within the Community Learning Disability team: You will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and application of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Human Rights Act 1998. You will have specific responsibilities for dealing with more complex cases, including assessment, care management and management of risk. You will be able to demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk while promoting enablement and self-determination. You will be able to work at a senior level, supporting and supervising colleagues or students within the organisation. You will develop strong professional relationships promoting multi-agency working and achieving positive outcomes for individuals and carers.
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Senior Social Worker
Portsmouth City Council - Civic Offices, Portsmouth
£44,252 to £48,738 a year
PermanentFull time
Senior Social Worker - Adult Care and Support 30 hours per week Office attendance is required minimum 50% of contractual working hours. Your new role Based within the Adult Care and Support team you will work with adults in need of care and support and their carers, identifying the needs the service users priorities and create an assessment of their needs and support plan based on this. Working with information gained directly from them you will identify the best resource to assist with their needs, calling on other resources where required. You will manage your own caseload, maintain accurate records, and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while attending regular supervision and team meetings. A key part of the role is safeguarding adults with care needs, ensuring practice complies with relevant legislation, policies and procedures. You will also provide staff supervision, contribute to service development and projects, and maintain your professional development in line with Social Work England requirements. Who is the person summary: You will have a qualification in social work, be registered with Social Work England and have post qualifying qualifications e.g. Best Interest Assessor, Practice Educator. You will have knowledge of adult social care eligibility criteria and a thorough understanding of adult social care legislation. You will be a good communicator with the ability to deal with conflict. With excellent assessment and supervision skills you will have a full understanding and commitment to embedding personalisation and strength-based practice in all aspect of social care. The role requires skills in flexibility and negotiation and the ability to manage a caseload effectively and efficiently, working on your own initiative whilst dealing with competing demands and changing priorities. For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours. Additional Information Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position. Our recruitment process Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the ' Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS privacy noticebefore submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.ukor call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.
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Social Worker - DGA13713
Dumfries and Galloway Council - Kirkcudbright
£44,394 to £47,604 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Social Worker (16/825) West of the Region Band 10 £44,394 - £47,604 We require a Social Worker to join our Children and Families Team working in the West of the region who has the energy and enthusiasm necessary to make a significant contribution to the work of the team and improve outcomes for children and their families throughout the West of our region, primarily covering the Stewartry area and to the West of the Region. What we can offer you: Dumfries and Galloway’s Children and Families Team offers an interesting variety of casework as the team works with children, young people and their families from the point of referral and maintains support and intervention for as long as is required. The team undertakes initial assessments of need and risk, giving consideration to individualised plans and what supports and interventions are needed to improve safety and wellbeing. As part of this, there is the opportunity to work with children and young people who are involved in the Children’s Hearing System, who are Looked After at home or accommodated and those supported through Child’s Plans including Child Protection plans. You will therefore have the opportunity to gain experience in an aspect of Children and Families work that interests you. We are an authority that is committed to improving standards and service delivery, where children and their families are at the centre of what we do. To support this, we use a ‘Signs of Safety’ integrated framework for interventions with a focus on relationship and strengths-based practice. The working day in a Children and Families team can’t be predicted, thus it is essential that you feel supported. You will receive good support and regular supervision. We offer flexible working and endeavour to support Social Workers to meet their own child or family’s needs. The team is committed to supporting each other and management are committed to the development of our staff. What we want from you: As well as having excellent communication skills, you will be a self-motivated, dynamic individual who is committed to promoting and ensuring that children and young people remain the focus of your work. You will have the skills to initiate and develop effective working relationships with children, young people, their families, colleagues and other agencies and contribute to the development of the team and your own professional development. An understanding of the effects that drug and alcohol misuse can have on parenting would be beneficial as would an understanding of the affects that domestic violence has on children and young people, and how this can disrupt parenting. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of the effects of poverty and social isolation on children and their families. You will need to have a sound knowledge of child development and the ability to empower parents to meet the changing developmental needs of their child. Any experience of statutory and non-statutory interventions, Looked After Children, dealings with the Children’s Hearing service is beneficial. However, you will be required to have an understanding of Child Protection, thresholds and procedures and be knowledgeable about current research and legislation. Dumfries and Galloway is an ideal place to live for those looking for a good quality of life with rural woodland and miles of coast line to explore and the advantage of competitive living costs. The location is easily accessible to Cumbria, Northern Ireland and Scotland’s Central belt. A relevant Social Work qualification is essential as is registration with the Scottish Social Work Services Council. Requirements This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland check, will be required to provide a completed Police record check from the Police Authority in the country of countries where they were resident. A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged. With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions Responsibilities With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. Informal enquiries to: Laura Bleasdale, Team Manager Alan Paterson on 07709479640 or Alan.Paterson@dumgal.gov.uk The Individual
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