Social Care Assistant, Short Breaks and Supported Living Network - ORK10720
Orkney Islands Council - Kirkwall
£34,468 to £35,168 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
Advert Social Care Assistant Short Breaks and Supported Living Network 27 hours per week Permanent £34,468 - £35,168 pro rata £17.87 - £18.23 per hour The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. This post also attracts a Golden Hello Payment of £2,000 and is eligible for the Refer a Friend Scheme payment of £750 – please see attached Terms and Conditions, and the Information Sheet for more information about this scheme and other benefits. This post is restricted to female applicants only under the relevant occupational requirement provisions of equality legislation. You will be reporting to a Senior Social Care Worker. Your working pattern is shift working over seven days. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible. The purpose of this role is to support individuals living independently in their own home in Kirkwall. You will promote choice, dignity and wellbeing, and support individuals to develop and maintain independence in daily living tasks. The role also involves assisting people to assess community activities such as music events, cinema trips and other social opportunities. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, responsive care that supports wellbeing and independent living. A Social Care Assistant will be expected to contribute to the support planning and risk assessment processes, whilst working collaboratively with the keyworker, Senior Social Care Worker and wider team. The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants. This post involves a contractual requirement to: • work unsocial hours on a rota, click here for Unsocial Hours Information. • carry out sleep ins at your place of work on a rota, click here for Sleep In Information. This post is a regulated role with adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership. Applications close 23.59 on Sunday 11 October 2026 , with shortlisting taking place 12 October 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 19 October 2026. For a discussion about the role, contact Joanna Nicholson, Laura Grieve or Kristin Soames on 01856 871431. For information on applying and our recruitment process, click here for Information for Applicants. We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process . Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
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Social Care Officer, New Rannoch Day Centre, Perth - PKC14305
Perth and Kinross Council - Perth
£28,011 to £30,475 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
Main Purpose of the Role Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. We currently have the following opportunity: Social Care Officer - PKC14305 £28,011 - £30,475 (35 Hours per week) New Rannoch Day Centre, Perth A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a new employee to join the team at New Rannoch Day Centre, which is a busy and vibrant community hub, that supports older people to lead active and valued lives. We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and reliable person to join our team as a Social Care Officer. The building has a dementia friendly design with extensive outside space for activities. The underlying focus of the role is based on enabling Individuals to achieve goals which are meaningful to them and to encourage people to recognise that they have the right and potential to lead a full and rewarding life. Your duties will include supporting clients to achieve their individual outcomes through creativity and choice. This could be clients who are living with various physical and mental health conditions including clients living with Dementia. Part of the role also includes supporting clients with personal care and medication. As a Key Worker, you will be responsible for a small number of clients enabling each individual to achieve their desired outcomes while also supporting any family members/carers. The centre is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm and a flexible approach to your hours is required to work in partnership with the current staff team rotas. The successful candidate must be able to develop good working relationships with colleagues and others to ensure shared goals are achieved. You will be expected to take responsibility for yourself, customers/service users, contractors and others and ensure compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation. You would be expected to promote and act as role model for the Council’s values and commitment to equality and diversity. You will promote positive values and anti-discriminatory, non-judgmental practice and treat colleagues and customers with dignity and respect. Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post. Skills & Experience Required We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible and creative thinking individual to join our team within New Rannoch Centre as a Social Care Officer. You must be committed in supporting individuals to meet their full potential and achieve positive wellbeing whilst promoting independence and social inclusion. Ideally you will have an interest in, and flair for, facilitating activities such as music, art, craftwork, cooking and gardening and be able to support people with varying abilities to participate in these popular activities. SVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care is desirable. A current full driving licence is essential as you will be required to drive our pool car and minibus. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a comprehensive training programme which will include health and safety, and dementia Working at Perth & Kinross Council Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours . Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team! Here's what we can offer you: A generous annual leave package 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day Eligibility to join our pension scheme Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework Access to a range of benefits Paid SSSC annual membership for relevant positions We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. This role requires you to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), if you are not yet registered, you can still apply, as long as you are willing to apply for registration within 3 months of starting with us and be registered within 6 months. All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “ How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”. Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Shona Thomson, Manager or Anne Khan, Depute Manager on 01738 474566 to find out more. Click “APPLY NOW” External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer. We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.
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Health and Social Care Lecturer and Study Programme Leader (26/362)
TEC Partnership - Skegness
£34,710 to £40,919 a year, pro rata
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Health and Social Care Lecturer and Study Programme Leader (26/362) £34,710 - £40,919 per annum 37 hours per week Fixed Term until 10th December 2027 Location: Skegness College TEC Partnership is one of England's largest providers of further and higher education, comprising of four colleges, two training providers, a 14-16 provision and a nursery. We offer high-quality education, innovative training and life-changing opportunities to thousands of students each year. With dedicated teaching professionals across a variety of subject areas, we are seeking a passionate and ambitious Lecturer and Study Programme Leader to join our team based at our Skegness campus. Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation? About the role The successful candidate will deliver engaging, industry‑relevant teaching that supports learners to develop the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours needed in health and social care. The role includes planning and assessing a range of units, providing clear feedback, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to curriculum development. You will model professional standards, support learners pastorally, uphold safeguarding and equality practices, and participate in quality assurance and ongoing CPD to keep your expertise current. About the person The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of Health and Social Care, including underpinning scientific principles, current sector practices, and relevant industry experience. They will be able to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that inspire and motivate learners, using a variety of teaching strategies to support different learning needs and abilities. Excellent communication, organisation, and assessment skills are essential, along with the ability to monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback that supports achievement and development. You will be a supportive, professional, and reflective practitioner who is committed to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge. Passionate about education and learner success, you will be dedicated to creating an inclusive and positive learning environment that encourages learners to reach their full potential and progress confidently into further study or employment within the health and social care sector. What we offer In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as. Teachers’ Pension Membership 40 Days Annual Leave pro rata, plus bank holidays Christmas Closure Days Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)* Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)* Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant 24-hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential Cycle to Work Saving Schemes Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application. The closing date for this advert is 11th October 2026 The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required. Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.
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Nursery Practitioner - Level 3 Qualified - Social Care Non-Qualified
SOHL ASSOCIATES LIMITED - London
£90 to £95 a day
On-siteTemporaryFull time
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES To plan, implement and evaluate activities to ensure all children have access to high quality experiences and opportunities that cover all areas of the EYFS working with the Quality team and other partners To ensure all policies, practices, procedures and curriculum planning are delivered to reflect diversity and that they consider the needs of each individual child To be a key person for a group of children, working in partnership with the parents/carers to ensure all children achieve their full potential To regularly carry out and record observations on the children’s play, behaviour and development using the statutory and non-statutory guidance To maintain the children’s Learning Journals and share information with the parents/carers To work in partnership with parents/carers to support children’s learning at home To ensure children are offered a safe environment by carrying out regular risk assessments To be aware of children’s dietary, cultural, personal and medical needs To maintain suitable nursery routines whilst also considering the individual child’s needs To ensure that children’s work is displayed and achievements acknowledged To attend and participate in all day nursery meetings as requested including supervision, parent/care meetings and staff meetings With the deputy, supervise and support all students in the nursery, including completing assessments To attend statutory Safeguarding Children training and work within the guidelines on Safeguarding Children To ensure that any potential safeguarding concerns are reported to the Nursery Manager/Deputy, recorded and monitored, with action taken where appropriate To observe, record chronologically and implement any safeguarding issues and attend Case Conferences and other multi-agency meetings when required and as directed by the Nursery Manager or Deputy To support and advise parents/carers in all areas of childcare both within the nursery and through home visits as directed by the Nursery Manager/Deputy, if required To act as a positive role model to promote effective relationships and interaction between staff, parents/carers and children To respect confidentiality at all times, both written and verbal with the staff team and with parents/carers and outside agencies To carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the overall function, commensurate with the grading and level of responsibilities of the post To comply with all statutory Council requirements and policies To undertake any other duties within the nursery as requested by the Manager ,Deputy Manager or Senior Practitioner (Room Leader)
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Part-time Hourly Paid Community Teacher – Health & Social Care
Nelson and Colne College - Nelson, Lancashire
£24.79 to £24.79 an hour
TemporaryPart time
Part-time Hourly Paid Community Teacher – Health & Social Care Salary: £24.79 per hour Hours: 6-15 per week Working Weeks: 38 per year Contract Type: Temporary Site: Accrington and Rossendale College Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 4 November 2026 Interview Date: Monday 16 November 2026 ‘Together, Let’s Be Extraordinary’ Our Organisation Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, Lancashire Adult Learning (LAL) provide learning opportunities for all adults across the region. LAL currently offers an extensive range of subjects to learners, with over 2000 courses delivered through more than 300 venues across Lancashire. We engage over 10,000 learners, which makes us one of the UK’s largest Adult Community Learning Providers The Exciting Role Lancashire Adult Learning are looking for a talented and student focused Community Teacher in to join their enthusiastic Health and Social Care team on a casual basis, working a range of hours and teaching on programmes up to Level 3. The role will also involve managing a caseload of online learners accessing the learning and assessment remotely via our online platform. Delivering various courses to adult learners, the ideal candidate will focus on embracing the College ethos that every learner will achieve their full potential and positively represent the College both internally and externally at all times. Programmes are aimed at individuals aiming to progress into the Health and Care sector or prepare them for further and higher education towards employment in a range of pathways. This role will be based at our Accrington & Rossendale College site, however, travel across Lancashire will be required. This post could suit an experienced practitioner looking for their next challenge or a newly qualified teacher looking to make their mark within an Outstanding organisation. What You Will Be Doing: Deliver all elements of substantial career focussed programmes including: teaching, mentoring, learner reviews, timely feedback and assessment Plan and prepare high quality teaching and learning for primarily classroom and some online delivery and/or assessment. Develop and share resources with the team Support, develop and assess learner work on accredited provision at a range of levels Complete reviews of learner progress towards achievement of individual learning goals Contribute towards the quality assurance processes of the team What We Are Looking For: 5 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above Degree or higher-level qualification in a relevant subject area or appropriate professional qualification Recognised teaching qualification (or a willingness to achieve one within the first 3 years of appointment) Driving licence and access to own vehicle to travel across Lancashire What We Offer in Return: Eligibility to join the Teacher Pension Scheme Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards Free on-site parking on all College sites Please visit our ‘working for us’ section of our website for a full list of our benefits http://www.eastlancslearning.ac.uk/ Further Questions? Please contact our friendly HR Team h.resources@eastlancslearning.ac.uk *Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website* All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.
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Personal Assistant (Social Care) Sittingbourne (Flexible Part-Time Role)
Direct Payments - Remote
£12.71 per hour
RemotePermanentPart time
Personal Assistant (Flexible Part-Time Role) Social Care Sittingbourne Employer Reference: 20260911NN1589069 Hours: 20 hours per week. Wage: £12.71 per hour Location: Sittingbourne Kent. Job Description: Hi. I am 31 years old and I'm looking for a full time PA (20 hour week - 4 hours every week day and holiday pay). I have these conditions: • Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): basically my blood vessels don't work properly so all the blood goes straight down and I feel faint, fatigued and occasionally pass out. When it's been really bad, it's caused a brain haemorrhage. • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS): my connective tissues don't work properly so I get a lot of chronic pain and I'm prone to dislocations. I need a wheelchair to move around outside the house. • Gastroparesis: my stomach has stopped working so I'm having a feeding tube fitted to get my hydration and nutrition. • Hemiplegic migraines: these are migraines that look like strokes. My interests are: • Reading • Animals • Space and astronomy • Photography • Lego (there's no point in being an adult if you can't be childish sometimes!) • Even more reading! I'm looking for a personal assistant for 4 hours every week day who can: • Help me with household jobs, like food preparation, cleaning, laundry, hoovering, dusting, mowing grass, etc. • Remind me to take my medications. If I'm having a migraine, it might involve squirting my migraine relief up my nose (glamorous, I know!) • Help with flushing my feeding tube and doing tube feeds (it's easier than it sounds, I promise!) • Sometimes take me to appointments or hospital (obviously I'd make sure I reimburse you for petrol money!) • Take some time to have a chat or go out somewhere from time to time (again, I'll reimburse petrol money). We do have lots of animals - an anxious but very friendly dog and two rabbits and three guinea pigs who live upstairs. Please do get in touch if you feel you could be of help. I'd love to meet you. Requirements: • Must be eligible to live and work in the UK (without sponsorship). • No criminal background. Post is subject to a DBS check. • Exemption Clause if required: This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010 schedule 9 paragraphs 1 – 4 How to Apply: Please contact 03000413600 or email DP Recruitment - AH dprecruitment@kent.gov.uk quoting reference 20260911NN1589069
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CSW Senior Social Worker/Specialist Social Worker (Pledge)
Wax Recruitment Ltd - Southwark
from £28.67 an hour
HybridContractFull time
Job title: CSW Senior Social Worker/Specialist Social Worker (Pledge) Job Category: Social Care Qualified Location: 132 Queens Road (QR1), Southwark, Surrey, SE152HP,Southwark Council Hours per week 36 Salary: £28.67 per hour 2 days remote, 3 days in the office. Job description The post is for a Senior Social Worker in the Assessment and Intervention Service based at Sumner House. The candidate will be part of an Assessment Team that does on duty on rota every 5 weeks. The main responsibility for the role includes the following: -Undertaking assessment of children and their families -Undertaking home visits to complete direct work with children -Undertaking section 47 enquiries -Undertaking risk assessment and safety planning
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Social Worker x 2 - Adult Support & Protection Team, West Lothian Civic Centre, 508.77 - WEL10779
West Lothian Council current - Livingston
£46,944 to £51,524 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent This post is based within the wider Social Work Adults Support and Protection Team working as part of the West Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). The post holder will have responsibility in the delivering Adult Support and Protection services for Adults with a range of disabilities and vulnerabilities. The successful candidate will support operational delivery of the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007. Ensuring key service objectives are achieved in line with local and national policies for Adults at Risk as defined in the act. The successful candidate will be required to work in collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders to meet the needs of Adults in need of support and protection, by ensuring that effective systems are in place to enable organisational compliance with the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) 2007 Act and other protective legislation and guidance To ensure adherence to duties and responsibilities in relation to Adult Support and Protection To ensure that a high-quality social work assessment and risk management practice is delivered to appropriate service users in line with legislative frameworks. The team is based in Civic Centre, Livingston, and is part of social policy services working closely with NHS and commissioned services across West Lothian We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.
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Community Mental Health Nurse (Adult)
NHS Jobs - Llandrindod Wells
£40,559 to £48,841 a year
PermanentFull time
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
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CDP2529 Female Personal Assistant to Adult
Dewis Centre for Independent Living - Cardiff, Cardiff
On-sitePermanentPart time
Female Personal Assistant to Adult required in Roath area of Cardiff. Support is needed in the home and out in the community. 13.5 hours available each week. 7 x 45 minute morning calls around 9am. 4 x 30 minute calls Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday around 1pm. 4 x 30 minute evening calls Mon, Wed, Friday and Sunday around 6pm. 3 x 45 minute evening calls Tue, Thu and Sat around 7pm. 2 hrs to access the community. £14.70 per hour. Car driver/owner required. Please read full job description before applying.
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