West London Mental Health Trust - Southall London

PermanentFull time

Thank you for your interest in this exciting opportunity at West London NHS Trust. The West London NHS Trust (WLT) Mental Health Single Point of Access (MH SPA) and NHS111 Option 2 for Mental Health (NHS111*2) provides 24/7 access to mental health services, every day of the year. Both services support people in a mental health crisis and provide a telephone support line for service users, their families and wider support networks. This includes a triage, signposting and referral pathway to appropriate onward care, if indicated. NHS111*2 is a national initiative developed under the NHS Long Term Plan to improve access to crisis services. The key operational difference is that NHS111*2 is open to all ages, whereas MH SPA primarily supports adults aged 18 and over. Being part of the service, you will be at the forefront of innovation of service delivery in one of the fasted growing parts of community healthcare. The team is highly motivated, diverse, energetic, and has a ready to help attitude to both patients and their carers, and communicate with a variety of other health care providers, 3rd sector organisations and other statutory services. We believe in embracing the expertise of our staff and making a difference to the lives of our service users. Working in this service places you on the frontline of community mental health care. As a Crisis Care Practitioner, you will provide urgent mental health assessment and intervention for individuals contacting the service in crisis, whether for themselves or others. The role involves: • Managing complex and high risk triage calls, undertaking robust mental health and risk assessments in time-sensitive situations • Completing face to face community assessments for patients requiring urgent in person review • Formulating risk management and crisis plans to support safe and effective patient care • Working autonomously to make clinical decisions within a fast paced environment • Liaising with partner agencies including GP’s, police, ambulance services, emergency departments and community mental health teams to coordinate safe care pathways • Supporting and guiding junior staff with clinical decision making and risk formulation • Managing referrals effectively to ensure patients access the most appropriate service and unnecessary hospital admissions are avoided • Maintaining accurate, contemporaneous clinical documentation and records • Contributing to service improvement and ongoing development of crisis pathways This role requires clinicians who are resilient, adaptable and able to remain calm and professionally curious under pressure. Successful applicants must be confident managing competing demands, uncertainty and emotionally challenging situations whilst maintaining compassionate, patient centred care. West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m. The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’. The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative. The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. This advert closes on Wednesday 26 Aug 2026

Perth and Kinross Council - Perth

£36,288 to £40,022 a year

HybridPermanentFull 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: Senior Social Care Officer (COPE) - PKC14128 £36,288 - £40,022 (34.1 Hours per week) Strathmoor House, Perth An exciting opportunity has arisen in Children, Families and Justice Social Work to be part of our COPE team. COPE stands for: C – Children and Young People who are O – Open cases to Social Work and need P – Planned intervention during E – Early mornings, Evenings and weekends COPE offers a blend of planned work and rapid crisis response with a strong focus on keeping families safely together. COPE provides planned input and support to children, young people and families who are working with our service. In line with the Independent Care Review, The Promise, we have listened to children, young people and families’ requests for support to be available to them at times when they need it. We are also looking for one COPE Worker to work 34.1 hours per week, from approximately 12:30/13:30 until 22:00 during the week and from 11:00 until 21:00 on alternate weekends. COPE staff work closely with the Lead Professional to undertake directed pieces of planned work, which may include providing parenting support for families, spending individual time with a child or young person, and completing any other suitable tasks identified within their Child or Young Person’s Plan. Alongside planned pieces of work, COPE Workers respond to the urgent needs of children, young people and families as required, in conjunction with our Out of Hours Service, including undertaking welfare visits. A rotating two-week shift pattern will be in place for the worker on the evening rota. Both shift patterns require working alternate weekends. These will be the primary working hours; however, workers will be required to be flexible and may be asked to cover early or late shifts when colleagues are on leave. Staff may also be required to attend Children's Hearings, Child Protection Meetings, Child or Young Person’s Plan Meetings and Interagency Referral Discussions. At PKC, our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that demonstrate the criteria required for the role and our values and behaviours. Find out more about PKC and you could soon be joining our team! Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post. Skills & Experience Required You will have experience of working with children, young people and families who are experiencing significant difficulties in their lives and require sensitive and non-judgemental support. You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, the capacity to work independently and as part of a team, and the ability to manage competing demands successfully. You must be flexible in your approach, able to think quickly on your feet, and able to demonstrate a positive attendance record at work, with high levels of reliability and punctuality. Relationship-based practice is key to positive interventions with children, young people and families. It is important that you have the skills and qualities to provide nurturing support whilst being honest and transparent with families about risks and concerns. Having a strengths-based approach will be beneficial, enabling you to help families identify their strengths and build upon them. Experience of undertaking home visits and working with children, young people and families within their own communities would be advantageous. You should be familiar with Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC), the My World Triangle and the SHANARRI indicators. Children, young people and families may be experiencing multiple adversities, including poverty, addiction, domestic abuse and mental health issues, therefore the ability to work collaboratively with other agencies is essential. You must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car, as this post requires travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross to support children, young people and families. Candidates will need to promote positive values and anti-discriminatory, non-judgemental practice, treating colleagues and customers with dignity and respect in line with the Employee Code of Conduct and SSSC Codes of Practice. 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 Flexi time Access to a range of benefits 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. For purposes of connection and collaboration with colleagues and with the community we serve, our full-time employees work on site for a minimum of 2 days per week with the arrangements for part time employees being agreed on a basis which will ensure that they benefit to an equivalent degree. Our FAQs on hybrid working can be found here Hybrid working FAQs . We are committed to being a more inclusive employer - to ensure we can consider any reasonable adjustments, please either contact the recruiting manager to discuss any individual circumstances, discuss at interview or, if you prefer, after any conditional offer is made. Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Lesley Allan, Team Leader on 01738 459601 or via LAllan@pkc.gov.uk 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 and maintain your membership. 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 is required. You are 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. 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”.

Highland Council - Caithness

£17.91 to £17.91 an hour

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Description Post Title: Social Care Worker 2 Location: Thor House, Thurso Hours: As and When Required Duration: Relief/Casual Salary: £17.91 per hour Contact Person: Alison Mackay Tel: 01847 96448 or Email: alison.mackay@highland.gov.uk Job Purpose: To provide direct care to children and young people who attend Caithness Short break Service. To work collaboratively and in partnership with families, carers, other professionals in Care & Learning, Education, Health and Voluntary Agencies, to assess the needs of children affected by disability and provide integrated services to support them. Please APPLY ONLINE. Please find the Job Description below. The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce. As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post. Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder. Requirements This position is classified as a regulated role. As such, an Overseas Criminal Record Check may be required depending on your nationality and recent residency history. Specifically, this check will be necessary if you do not meet both of the following criteria: You must be a national of the United Kingdom or one of the following countries: Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Hungary, Greece, France, Ireland, Italy, Spain, or Poland. You must not have lived or worked in any country outside of the UK or those listed above for a period of three months or more, while aged 18 years or over, within the past five years. Please note that it is your responsibility to obtain the Overseas Criminal Record Check, and you will be required to cover any associated costs.

inploi - Stockport

PermanentFull time

Experienced Social Worker - Mental Health and Autism - dedicated duty social worker SO3 (£39,862 - £45,091) 37 hours, Full-Time (flexible working requests can be submitted for part time or condensed hours) Permanent Baker Street Application Deadline: 1 September 2026, 11:59pm Shortlisting Date: 2 September 2026 Interview Date: 9 September 2026 Interview Type: Face to face Join us at Stockport Council Best for Inclusion winner at the Greater Manchester Good Employment Awards 2026 Your Role We’re looking for experienced social workers in a variety of roles within Mental Health and Autism to join us at Stockport Council. You’ll support adults across Stockport to live safe, fulfilling, and independent lives, using your professional judgement and expertise every day. Your work will include: Being dedicated duty social worker and being first point of contact for the team and service users contacting when often in a crisis situation prior to annual review or allocation. This will include the same duties and responsibilities as outlined below but will be more fast paced, short term work. A smaller caseload will also be held and other responsibilities in line with the needs of the service. Completing Care Act assessments, strengths based support planning, and proportionate risk assessments Undertaking Mental Capacity Act assessments and providing clear, well reasoned social circumstance reports Working closely with the Community Mental Health Team and wider multi disciplinary colleagues Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, ensuring people are protected and empowered Using your professional autonomy to make decisions rooted in the Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act, and best practice social work Balancing independent working with being part of a supportive, well established, friendly and knowledgeable team About You You must have minimum two years’ post qualifying experience in a social worker role. You’ll be motivated to make a real difference to adults with mental health needs. You’ll be committed to a strengths-based and person-centred practice as well as knowledgeable and passionate about mental health social work, with a solid understanding of the Mental Health Act and or the Autism Strategy. These would be desirable. You’ll be confident in working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with skills to help people maintain independence and promote community and asset-based approaches. If you’re someone who enjoys complex work, meaningful relationships with service users, and seeing the impact of your interventions, you’ll thrive here. About Us You will join a service that values your professional development and wellbeing. We offer regular supervisions to support reflective practice and strong peer support from a well-established team. There are opportunities for career progression, with a wide access to training and Continuing Professional Development. We have a workplace culture rooted in collaboration, compassion and learning. This is a team where your skills will be recognised, your ideas welcomed, and your development encouraged. Opportunities would be Practice Educator, Approved Mental Health Professional, Best interest assessor, Senior social worker and other areas of management. At Stockport, we offer benefits such as claims for mileage, essential car user allowance, salary sacrifice schemes on cars, bikes and electronics via VIVUP. Social work England registration can be reimbursed after a period of permanent employment on an annual or 6 monthly basis. At Stockport Council we are one ambitious team on a mission to create opportunities for everyone who lives, works and spends time in the borough. Working at Stockport Council means contributing to one of the most thriving towns in the North. We’re keen to recruit people with the right values and behaviours that can help us ensure our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognised under the Good Employment Charter as an organisation committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues. As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions. If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Sarah Kerr at sarah.kerr@stockport.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not currently qualify. Please note that we have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex-military personnel. As part of the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme you will therefore be guaranteed to be shortlisted for Assessment if you meet both the criteria for the scheme and the essential job role criteria. Find out if you meet the criteria here: https://www.greater.jobs/our-guaranteed-assessment-scheme Privacy Notice Follow our recruitment team on X, Instagram and Facebook for updates on our vacancies and recruitment events. Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce. We want our employees to have a good work life balance and in many job roles we can offer a range of flexible/hybrid working arrangements. We also have inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support our diverse workforce. We will listen to, learn from, and develop our workforce. Supporting Documents ↗ Job Profile

Pennine Care NHS FT - Ashton Under Lyne

ContractPart time

The Research & Innovation Department has responsibility for all elements of research governance within the Trust and also provides corporate support to internal staff and external partners undertaking research, service evaluations and innovation projects. Working alongside existing Research Project Managers this post will be responsible for supporting the delivery of clinical research studies within mental health and dementia services across the Trust. The role will involve recruitment and informed consent of participant’s research studies, delivery research interventions and undertaking assessments as per study protocols and local guidelines and completion of research documentation. The role also involves providing information and answering any questions/queries from patients, staff and carers about the various studies being conducted within the trust. It will be a varied, involved and busy position that requires excellent communication with a variety of stakeholders, and significant organisation skills in order to prioritise and manage a demanding workload. • Ensure that research procedures (including consent processes, interventions and follow up) are carried out according to the approved protocol and the UK policy framework for health and social care research. • Provide complex research related information to research participants and, if applicable, their families / carers when taking informed consent for the research study or carrying out a research procedure. • Assist participants with the completion of questionnaires or interventions as appropriate, in consideration of individual need, using prioritisation and delegation skills • Communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary and research teams within and external to the Trust, both verbally and in writing, providing and receiving complex or sensitive information. • Liaise with the Chief Investigator in regards to the on-going support and feasibility of the project. Maintain and provide up-to-date project and recruitment information for the project which includes consent of patients, completion of case report forms and quality assurance of test kits • Actively promote the research study and any other research opportunities to staff and services. Act as an ambassador for the Research & Innovation Department • Maintain a working knowledge of current research governance, practices and legislation; and to adhere to them. • Present at conferences, study days and meetings when required We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer. If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including: • Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. • Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance • Access to Continued Professional Development • Involvement in improvement and research activities • Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service • Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel Main Duties & Responsibilities • Ensure that research procedures (including consent processes, interventions and follow up) are carried out according to the approved protocol and the UK policy framework for health and social care research. • Provide complex research related information to research participants and, if applicable, their families / carers when taking informed consent for the research study or carrying out a research procedure. AFC 03/01/18 JME-451-17 Research Clinician Band 6 • Assist participants with the completion of questionnaires or interventions as appropriate, in consideration of individual need, using prioritisation and delegation skills • To be aware of the psychological/emotional needs of the patient/carer, responding and reporting appropriately. • To assess patient condition, clinical situations and report as necessary adverse and serious adverse events and breaches of trial/study protocol. • To maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients, families and carers at all times. Communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary and research teams within and external to the Trust, both verbally and in writing, providing and receiving complex or sensitive information. • Liaise with the Chief Investigator in regards to the on-going support and feasibility of the project. Maintain and provide up-to-date project and recruitment information for the project which includes consent of patients, completion of case report forms and quality assurance of test kits • To manage and prioritise own workload and tasks, working to appropriate deadlines and targets set. • Ensure that appropriate facilities and resources are available as required per research visit. • Actively promote the research study and any other research opportunities to staff and services. Act as an ambassador for the Research & Innovation Department • Maintain a working knowledge of current research governance, practices and legislation; and to adhere to them. • Present at conferences, study days and meetings when required This job description is not exhaustive, but is intended to give an overall picture of the role. Other duties within the general scope of the post may be required from time to time. The duties of the post and job description can be reviewed through the agreed process This advert closes on Sunday 2 Aug 2026

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Southport

PermanentFull time

We are seeking a forward-thinking Consultant Psychiatrist to join our dedicated inpatient team on Dunes Ward at Hartley Hospital. Dunes Ward is a 20-bedded specialist older adult inpatient unit providing assessment, treatment and recovery-focused care for people with complex mental health needs. Located within Hartley Hospital, the ward offers a modern therapeutic environment designed to support excellent patient outcomes and staff wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an experienced multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care for older adults requiring specialist inpatient treatment. You will have the opportunity to shape service development, contribute to teaching and training, and play a key role in driving continuous improvement within a supportive and ambitious organisation. At Mersey Care, we are committed to creating an inclusive, compassionate and innovative workplace where our staff can thrive. We offer a strong medical leadership structure, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture that values collaboration, wellbeing and work-life balance. You will provide clinical leadership to a skilled multidisciplinary team delivering specialist inpatient care for older adults with complex mental health needs. You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management of patients admitted to the ward, acting as Responsible Clinician where appropriate and ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and recovery-focused care. Working closely with nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, pharmacy and social care colleagues, you will contribute to the development of personalised treatment plans and support timely, well-coordinated discharges back into the community. This role offers the opportunity to influence and shape the future development of inpatient older adult mental health services within Mersey Care. You will play a key leadership role within the ward, supporting a positive team culture and providing supervision, teaching and development opportunities for medical students and postgraduate doctors in training. You will contribute to service improvement, clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, helping to ensure the highest standards of care for patients and their families. 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. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details and requirements of the role. This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026

Swansea City Council - Remote

from £13.50 an hour

RemotePermanentPart time

Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments. A little about myself: I am a four-and-a-half-year-old boy living in Swansea. I have a diagnosis of non‑verbal autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Global Developmental Delay. I enjoy activities that help me stay regulated, such as bouncing on my trampoline at home. I also like visiting Brodies soft play area and going to the park for short periods of time. I rely on my carers to meet all my care needs, including personal care and support getting in and out of transport. When in the community, I use a disability buggy to help me get around, as I can become easily distracted, may wander off, and can refuse to walk, especially if I want to go in a different direction. Female preferred. Hours of work 6 hours a week. Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Have a good understanding of neurodivergence, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is important when supporting me. • Be able to provide constant supervision, as I have no awareness of danger. If my carer becomes distracted, I may walk into the road or move towards hazards without recognising the risks. • When in the community, I need my carer to always hold my hand. If something catches my attention, I will try to move towards it without considering safety. I also use a specialist buggy, which supports me during transitions and helps keep me safe. • When I am dysregulated, I may bite, pinch, or bang my head on the floor. I need a carer who is emotionally attuned and able to provide calm, consistent, and reassuring support during moments of distress or overwhelm. • When out and about, it is important that my carer brings my tablet (so I can watch Peppa Pig) and snacks, as these help me stay regulated. • I may find crowded or noisy environments difficult. I need a carer who can recognise this and guide me calmly to a quieter, safer space when needed. • Due to the level of support I require, the role of my personal assistant is physically active, and it is important that my career is physically able to meet my needs. • To build trust through empathy, patience, and a genuine ability to connect with me. Desirable I’d prefer if: • You understand the importance of consistency and provides support with kindness and respect. I’d like support with • Accessing the community and visit places that match my interests. • Help that makes me feel safe, calm, and reassured in new, busy, or unpredictable environments. • Opportunities to develop independence outside of my family and school, as I currently have limited social interaction beyond these settings. I will need my PA to: Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality. Be confident, mature and have patience. Be dependable and arrive on time and communicate if there is an issue. Be friendly with an easy-going manner. Be adaptable and flexible. Be supportive but not take over. Have business insurance on your car to take clients out. Concerning the position A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.

Swansea City Council - Remote

from £13.50 an hour

RemotePermanentFull time

Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments. A little about myself: I am a young gentleman with profound learning difficulties living a life full of joy, growth, and independence. We’re a family-led team working hands-on to develop daily living skills, confidence, and social engagement. Despite significant challenges - including epilepsy, autistic traits, and mild deafness. I am non-verbal but expressive, cheeky, and full of personality. With the right support, I thrive. I am looking for a Patient, observant, and emotionally intelligent PA to be part of my team. Experience in behavioural support is welcome but not essential—full training is provided, including sessions with our Behavioural Consultant. Driver required to take me out. Male / female preferred. Hours of work 41 hours per week - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm and Wednesday 7.30am to 4.30pm Rate of pay. £13.50 per hour Essential: I need you to: • Be creative, dynamic, and able to think on their feet • Be willing to learn and adapt as my needs evolve • Be in good general health and physical condition, with the stamina to support an active daily routine • Be comfortable with physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and pushing a wheelchair • Be a confident driver with a full UK or EU driving licence and access to a reliable car • Be educated to A-level standard or with relevant experience • Be fluent in English (spoken and written) with basic maths skills • Be empathetic and enthusiastic about working with individuals with special needs Desirable I’d prefer if: • You have previous experience. I’d like support with Washing showering and dressing • Personal care, changing pad and toileting • Daily day to day tasks • Administering medication (put ready up by mum) I will need my PA to: Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality. Be confident, mature and have patience. Be dependable and arrive on time. Be friendly with an easy-going manner. Be adaptable and flexible. Be supportive but not take over. Concerning the position A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.

GCIL North Lanarkshire - Coatbridge

from £14 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

To apply for this role, please send your CV plus reference CR/AW to parNL.org.uk Meet Charlie. Charlie is a 14-year-old boy who lives in Coatbridge area. He is a fun-loving, caring, friendly and funny young boy who loves to live his life to the fullest. Charlie values time spent with his family, and he enjoys spending his time out and about. A typical day for Charlie when at home includes listening to music and picking his ‘song of the day’. Charlie enjoys playing with his toys, especially his car collection, playing with technical gadgets such as VR, tablets or just chill on his phone. Charlie also loves to visit places such as the bowling alley to play arcade games, Science Centre, and Aquariums or go to the local swing parks. The Role As Charlie’s Personal Assistant you will be required to provide one-to-one care that promotes independence, dignity, safety, wellbeing and support within his home and local community. Charlie has a physical and learning disability and uses a wheelchair. At times Charlie also uses a walking frame with a prosthetic leg to support him, so the role will involve supporting his mobility and ensuring that he can safely access the community and activities he enjoys. Duties would involve assisting with tasks such as: • Attending to personal care needs (toileting including bowel movements) • Preparing meals and healthy snacks as a blended diet • Moving and assisting with a walking frame and prosthetic leg • Activities within the home playing musical instruments, listening to music, playing in the garden or playhouse • Visiting the Science Centre, Aquariums, Bowling Alley to play arcade games or playing in the local swing parks • Any other daily living tasks to promote independent living Working Hours This role involves 7 hours per week on a permanent basis at £14.00 per hour. Typical shifts look like: Monday: 3:30pm – 7:00pm Wednesday: 3:30pm – 7:00pm Or Saturday: 9:00am – 4:00pm However, the days of the week are negotiable and can be discussed during interview. About You Charlie is also looking for someone who is friendly, relaxed and good interpersonal and communication skills as he is non-verbal. Some knowledge of how to play musical instruments such as would be desirable but not essential. Essential • Good interpersonal and communication skills • Warm, friendly, patient and caring nature • Comfortable working in a family home • Friendly and chatty with a good sense of humour • Reliable, respectful, and trustworthy • Willing to learn and follow training guidance Desirable • Experience with moving and assisting • Experience supporting individuals with personal care needs • Knowledge on how to play a musical instrument. • Full clean driving licence The most important factor is finding the right match for Charlie. Employment Information • This role is subject to a PVG check (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) • References will be required • Training will be provided where necessary • You will be employed directly by an individual/family via Self-Directed Support funding If you think you would be a great match and want a role that is fulfilling and rewarding whilst building a meaningful connection. Then we look forward to hearing from you. Location: Coatbridge Hours Available: 7 hours per week on a Permanent basis Rate of Pay: £14.00 per hour ------------------------------------------------------------ If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, a member of the GCIL Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps. If you are successfully hired, you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible). Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL North Lanarkshire on behalf of a Personal Employer; we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and the employer’s responsibilities. GCIL North Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in North Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL North Lanarkshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs. For more information, please contact: GCIL North Lanarkshire Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB Tel: 01698 892 372 Location: ML5

Swansea City Council - Remote

from £13.50 an hour

RemotePermanentPart time

Please note this is not a Swansea city council job. You will be working with a private client who received direct payments. A little about myself: I am a 14-year-old girl living in Swansea, I live with my mum and my younger brother. I have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and I am experiencing challenges with my mental health. When in the community, I can become withdrawn and anxious if I am overwhelmed. I enjoy activities that help me stay regulated, such going for drives. I also like visiting Starbucks and Boots. I also enjoy watching horror films. I am kind, funny and witty, it will take me a while to warm up to you, so I need patience first. Female preferred. Hours of work 4 hours per week and 6 hours per week during school holidays Rate of pay. £13.50 Essential: I need you to: • Have a good understanding of neurodivergence, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is important when supporting me. • Understand that I can become overwhelmed in public places. • Have the ability to recognise triggers for anxiety and respond in a sensitive way. • Understand my sensory needs and how the environment can impact my wellbeing. • Have strong relationship building skills, if I need extra reassurance and stability. • Have the ability to support emotional regulation and help me feel safe and understood. • Have knowledge of coping strategies and grounding techniques to help support me if/when I become distressed • Have an understanding of the importance of consistency and provides support with kindness and respect Desirable I’d prefer if: • You have an interest in horror films • You have an interest in makeup and skincare I’d like support with: • Accessing the community and visit places that match my interests. • Help me feel safe, calm, and reassured in new, busy, or unpredictable environments. • Having the Opportunity to develop independence outside of my family, as I currently have limited social interaction beyond these settings. I will need my PA to: Respect and understand the importance of privacy and confidentiality. Be confident, mature and have patience. Be dependable and arrive on time and communicate if there is an issue. Be friendly with an easy-going manner. Be adaptable and flexible. Be supportive but not take over. Have business insurance on your car to take clients out. Concerning the position A trial period will be necessary in the first instance in the form of a six-month probationary period. Salary will be paid monthly (Annual leave is calculated on a pro rata basis). A DBS MUST be processed prior to any commencement of employment. Costs of DBS will be met by Swansea council where applicant is eligible.