Adult Audiology Clinical Lead
NHS Jobs - London
£66,274 to £73,496 a year
ContractFull time
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
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Vulnerable Adults Finance Officer
Suffolk County Council - Ipswich
from £29,542 a year
PermanentFull time
- Suffolk County Council - Address: Beacon House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5PB - Hybrid - Salary: £29,542 per annum (pro rata for part time) - Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available - Contract: Permanent This role is being advertised as Vulnerable Adults Finance Officer for advertising purposes. If appointed, you will be employed as Client Affairs Officer. At Suffolk County Council, every role is an opportunity to make a real difference. As Vulnerable Adults Finance Officer within our Financial Inclusion and Advice Service (FIAS), you will play an important role in supporting some of Suffolk's most vulnerable residents to manage their finances safely, securely and with dignity. Using your financial expertise, organisational skills and compassion, you'll help protect people's financial wellbeing and improve their quality of life. Your role and responsibilities This is a varied and rewarding role where you will make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable adults across Suffolk. As part of our Client Affairs team, you will support individuals who are unable to manage their own financial affairs, helping to safeguard their finances and ensure they can access the support and services they need. Working within Suffolk County Council's corporate appointeeship and Court of Protection deputyship service, you'll be responsible for managing a diverse caseload and acting in the best interests of the people you support. This includes administering benefits, managing income and expenditure, overseeing banking arrangements and ensuring financial obligations are met. You'll also support Court of Protection applications, complete annual returns and undertake statutory visits where required. Using your financial knowledge and problem-solving skills, you will help customers maintain financial stability through budgeting, debt management and careful financial planning. You will process payments and invoices, complete financial declarations relating to Adult Social Care services, and maintain accurate records using a range of digital systems and databases Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You will work closely with social workers, families, support providers, landlords, utility companies and other partner organisations to resolve issues, manage risk and achieve the best possible outcomes for customers. You will also identify and respond appropriately to financial risks, discrepancies and safeguarding concerns, while contributing to service improvements and helping the team deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service. You will need We are looking for someone who is organised, compassionate and committed to making a positive difference. You will be confident managing financial information, building relationships and delivering excellent customer service. We would love to hear from you if you have: - strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills - an understanding of Adult Social Care and the needs of vulnerable adults - excellent communication and interpersonal skills - the ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines - good organisational skills and attention to detail - experience using digital systems, databases and spreadsheets - sound judgement, with an understanding of risk management, confidentiality and data protection - a collaborative approach and commitment to achieving positive outcomes. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word) (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert. If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The Financial Inclusion and Advice Service (FIAS) sits within Adult Social Care and helps residents maximise their income, manage their finances and access the support they need. Our service provides financial assessments, direct payment support, debt recovery, deferred payment arrangements and specialist financial advice for vulnerable adults across Suffolk. Within Client Affairs, we support people whose financial affairs are managed through DWP appointeeships and Court of Protection deputyships. Our work has a direct and lasting impact, helping to ensure people remain financially secure, protected and able to access the services they need. You will join a supportive and knowledgeable team that values collaboration, continuous learning and innovation. We embrace flexible working and encourage everyone to share ideas that help us continually improve the services we provide to Suffolk residents. Empowering Everyone We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Sharon Thompson for an informal conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 263920 or emailing: sharon.thompson@suffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below. You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word). 1.Focusing on your previous employment and experience, please explain how you have developed the skills and knowledge required to successfully carry out this role. 2. Describe a real situation from your professional experience within the last two years where you supported a vulnerable adult or someone experiencing significant difficulties. Please describe: - Their circumstances - How you adapted your communication style - Any barriers you had to overcome - The result of your intervention - What you learned from the experience 3.Describe a specific occasion within the last 12 months when you had several competing deadlines and conflicting demands. Please include: - A breakdown of the competing priorities - The approach you took to prioritisation - Any deadlines that could not be moved - How you communicated with stakeholders - The final outcome 4. Tell us about a time when you identified an opportunity to improve a process, system or way of working. Please include: - What prompted the improvement. - The changes you suggested or implemented. - How others were involved. - The benefits achieved. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page. Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable. Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at: recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. Closing date: 11.30 pm, 20 October 2026. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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Support Worker (Adults) HCC625159
Hampshire County Council - Andover
£28,697 to £31,573 a year, pro rata
On-sitePermanentPart time
We’re privileged to work with some amazing people here at Homewood, our residential service for adults with learning disabilities and additional needs. As a Support Worker (known locally as a Residential Service Officer), you’ll provide personalised support, helping individuals take part in a variety of meaningful activities during their stay. We aim to make residents feel like they’re at home, offering a long-stay placement service, while fulfilling experiences both in the community and within our safe, comfortable environment. You'll receive comprehensive induction and training, so you can become a confident and valued member of our friendly and supportive team. What you’ll do: • Deliver Exceptional Care: Be at the heart of providing the best physical and emotional care, ensuring our Service Users feel safe, comfortable and valued. You'll proactively observe and assess their health and well-being, acting quickly to support their needs. • Collaborate and Innovate: Work with families, carers, colleagues and other professionals to create and deliver personalised care plans. Your input will be important in shaping the support we offer, ensuring it aligns with the individual goals and wishes of each Service User. • Communicate and Document: As shift leader, you’ll keep the lines of communication open and maintain detailed records that reflect the progress and needs of our Service Users. Your reports and case records will be vital in delivering consistent, high-quality care and ensuring everyone is on the same page. What we’re looking for: • An understanding of the needs of the client group and have experience working with them to achieve independence. • Able to demonstrate the core values of patience, empathy and compassion. • A team player with strong collaborative skills. • Excellent communication skills for building positive relationships with a diverse range of people, including clients, their families, carers, professionals and colleagues. • Sound IT skills and able to accurately record information. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? • Comprehensive induction programme with all necessary training. • Great satisfaction from supporting people to get the most out of their stay. • Commitment to personal development, including support for QCF training. • Preparation for future senior-level opportunities. As this is a 24/7 service, you’ll be required to work a flexible shift pattern to respond to the demands of the service. Your working pattern will include working every other weekend and a variety of shifts including early, late, sleep-in shifts and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy. You will be given a minimum of 4 weeks’ notice of your shift pattern. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Support Worker, Care Assistant, Care Worker, Home Carer, Health Care Assistant, Community Support Worker, Domiciliary Care Worker, Night Carer, Personal Care Giver, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Day Opportunities Support Worker, Day Services Support Worker, Residential Care Support Worker, Home Care Assistant.
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CDP2928 Personal Assistant to a Adult
Dewis Centre for Independent Living - CF10 4UW
On-sitePermanentPart time
PA required for a 16y/o living in Butetown who has an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis. Support required at home and in the community. 3 hours/week on a Monday and Wednesday afternoon. £15.70 per hour. Please read the full job description when applying.
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CDP225 Personal Assistant to Adult
Dewis Centre for Independent Living - Cardiff, Cardiff
On-sitePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant to Adult required in St.Mellon's area of Cardiff. Support is needed out in the community. 14 hours a week spread over 3 weekdays. Can be flexible with the choice of three days. £14.90 per hour Car driver preferred. Please read full job description before applying.
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Paralegal – Adults (SC6-SO2)
Wax Recruitment Ltd - Brixton
from £20.55 an hour
HybridContractFull time
Job title: Paralegal – Adults (SC6-SO2) Job Category: Legal Location: Lambeth Town Hall, 2 Brixton Hill, Brixton, Lambeth, SW2 1RW, London Borough of Lambeth Hours per week: 35 Salary: £20.55 per hour ALL REMOTE SAVE FOR COLLECTION OF LAPTOP AND 1 DAY A MONTH IN PERSON MEETING Job description EXPERIENCE OF LOCAL AUTHORITY LEGAL WORK IN ADULTS AND/OR CHILDREN SOCIAL CARE IS ESSENTIAL To assist in providing an efficient and effective legal service to the Council by providing paralegal support to the Adult social care team. To conduct routine legal work under supervision of the Senior Lawyer. To provide support to the management team in the administration of team procedures, team meetings and implementing Lexcel procedures. To carry out the duties of the post in a pro-active and enabling manner and within the policy objectives of the Council.
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Adult Mentoring and Support Officer
eTeach UK Limited - Leicester, Leicestershire
£29,355 - £31,462 per annum
On-sitePermanentFull time
About the Role Following the continued success and growth of our adult Employability programmes, we are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Adult Mentoring and Support Officer to join our dedicated team.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives by providing academic, pastoral, mentoring, wellbeing, financial and learning support to unemployed adult learners, both on a one-to-one basis and within group settings.Our Employability provision supports adult students aged 19+ through intensive, full-time programmes lasting between three and six weeks, helping them to develop the confidence, skills and resilience needed to progress into employment or further learning.We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting others, able to build positive relationships quickly, and committed to helping learners overcome barriers that may have prevented them from achieving their goals. If you are resourceful, adaptable, enjoy working as part of a supportive team and are willing to go the extra mile for learners, this could be the perfect role for you.The successful candidate will have recent experience of working with adults and delivering a range of effective support interventions. You will play a key role in motivating and empowering learners, helping them to develop confidence, raise aspirations and achieve positive outcomes.You will also design and deliver engaging workshops tailored to individual learner needs, providing practical support and encouragement to some of the most disadvantaged members of our community as they take their next steps towards employment.To succeed in this role, you will need excellent organisational skills, a flexible and proactive approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Most importantly, you will share our commitment to transforming lives through learning and helping every learner realise their full potential.If you are passionate about supporting adults to overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their career aspirations, we would love to hear from you.Candidates must have:Level 2 English and maths qualificationLevel 3 QualificationA good level of general IT skillsExperience of providing a wide range of support to adults.Candidates will be expected to attend ongoing training and development activities to maintain and develop their skills in providing support.
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Adult Skills Trainer/Assessor
Morgan Hunt UK Ltd - South Yorkshire, South Yorkshire
TemporaryPart time
Morgan Hunt is currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Skills Trainer/Assessor to join a well-established college in South Yorkshire on a 30 hour per week temporary contract. The role of Trainer/ Assessor is part of the colleges Adult Skills provision, working with students aged 19+ on a range of employability courses from entry level to Level 2 to include teaching assistant training, cleaning, health & social care and warehousing. The Trainer/ Assessor will ensure students receive a cohesive learning experience which enables them to be successful and progress to further study/employment. Role Details Position: Adult Skills Trainer/Assessor Location: South Yorkshire Contract: 30 hours per week, Temporary Pay Rate: Negotiable Essential Requirements Previous experience within Adult Skills. A recognised Assessors qualification Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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Shared Lives Carer (Short term placements) - social care
Leicestershire County Council Shared Lives Service - Remote
Shared Lives Carers are classed as self-employed and receive generous tax incentives
RemoteContractFull time
Shared Lives Carers provide short-term breaks (respite social care) in their homes to support people from the age of 18, with learning disabilities, mental health, autism and Asperger’s, physical disabilities, sensory impairment or who are living with dementia and older people. This could be for a single night, a weekend or a full week depending on the needs of the client. Our Shared Lives Short Break Carers provides overnight accommodation and activities in order to give full time carers a break or clients a change of scenery. You can provide short breaks in your own home or you can accompany clients on holiday (in which case, the client will contribute to your costs). As a self-employed carer, you work from your own home, choose your own hours, receive generous income tax incentives and can earn up to £735 per week. From the moment you decide to become a Shared Lives carer we provide a dedicated support worker to guide you. To find out more about Leicestershire’s Shared Lives Service call 0116 305 8133 or visit https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/adult-social-care-and-health/working-in-care/become-a-shared-lives-carer.
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Forensic Social Worker | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Maghull
£38,682 - £46,580 per annum
PermanentFull time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker within the Secure Care Division of Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and skilled Social Worker into a band 6 Forensic Social work post at Ashworth High Secure Hospital. We are keen to consider applicants from different practice areas of social work with transferable skills and will support professional development in forensic social work practice. Ashworth Social Work Department provides a service to patients, their families and carers and routinely works in collaboration with them, MDT colleagues and external stakeholders from the point of pre-admission to discharge. The service strives to deliver the Trust’s vision of Perfect and Trauma informed care to promote recovery and support service users to move on and manage risk. Social care activities range from pre-admission referral assessments, Mental Health Review Tribunal work, Safeguarding Strategy & Section 42 enquiries, Social Supervision, Discharge Coordination, Victim Communication & Liaison, MAPPA, Appropriate Adult (PACE), Care Reviews & Discharge Planning, CPA (Care Programme Approach), CTR (Care & Treatment Reviews) and Social History reports. Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. You will be an active member of a multi-disciplinary team and will bring the social care perspective to service planning meetings and individualised care planning. The role involves providing case management to a defined caseload within the CPA framework and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to assess needs and risks within a forensic patient population. You will provide a professional social work service to patients, their families and carers and routinely liaise with external stakeholders from the point of admission to discharge. The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver an efficient and high quality social care service, have well developed assessment and analytical skills alongside effective interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. You must have good knowledge of the key relevant Health & Social Care and Criminal Justice legislation to work in a forensic setting as well as a good knowledge around safeguarding frameworks. You should have well developed report writing skills as routinely you will be required to complete mental health legislation reports for the Ministry of Justice along with Manager’s Hearings and Tribunals alongside assessment reports for admission and discharge. This advert closes on Thursday 8 Oct 2026
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