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    Consultant Psychiatrist for Adult ADHD, ASD and Tourette's

    NHS Jobs - Kettering

    £113,565 to £150,569 a year

    PermanentFull time

    For further information regarding this post please see the attached job description or contact the service.

    Added on 13 Aug 2026

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    Consultant Psychiatrist for Older adults in Juniper Ward

    Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust - Chester

    PermanentFull time

    A Vacancy at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust. Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for a full time (10 PA’s) Consultant Psychiatrist on Juniper Ward in Chester. Juniper Ward is a mixed category open age inpatient mental health ward caring for people aged 18 and above in West Cheshire. They provide service to patients presenting with different mental disorders including affective disorder, psychosis and personality disorder where patients can be admitted informally or detained on the Mental health Act. The successful applicant will work alongside a large and enthusiastic service of consultant colleagues working across Cheshire and Wirral Partnership Trust. In addition, the post-holder will have an important role to play in the development and delivery of psychiatry services across the footprint of Cheshire and Wirral Partnership Trust. The consultant will participate in the Consultant Psychiatrist on-call rota. · To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed between consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trust’s personnel policies and procedures. This may include assessing competences under the Modernising Medical Careers framework. · To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients. · To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively and submit this promptly to the Information Department. · To participate in service and business planning activity for the locality and, as appropriate, for the whole mental health service. · To participate in annual appraisal for consultants. · To attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme. · To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct. · To participate annually in a job plan review with the clinical manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation. · To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall. As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services. All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you’ll find something to suit you at CWP. Please download a copy of the job description (see ‘documents to download’ section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’ Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon! This advert closes on Tuesday 25 Aug 2026

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    Added on 11 Aug 2026

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    Band 8a Adult Lead Safeguarding - Bath

    NHS Jobs - Bath

    £57,528 to £64,750 a year

    PermanentFull time

    Provide specialist safeguarding leadership, advice and support to clinical teams, managers and safeguarding professionals across the Trust. Lead the day-to-day coordination and operational management of safeguarding adults and public protection responsibilities, ensuring effective systems and processes are in place. Act as the Trust's expert resource on safeguarding legislation and public protection issues, including the Care Act 2014, Domestic Abuse, MAPPA, Prevent, Modern Slavery, FGM, Mate Crime/Cuckooing and Transitional Safeguarding. Provide specialist advice and support in relation to complex safeguarding concerns, investigations and multi-agency safeguarding processes. Support the Trust's participation in safeguarding adult reviews, domestic homicide reviews and other statutory review processes, ensuring lessons learned are embedded into practice. Develop, implement and review safeguarding policies, procedures, action plans and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen safeguarding practice across the organisation. Build and maintain effective partnerships with Local Authorities, Safeguarding Adult Boards, healthcare organisations and other key agencies to support joined-up safeguarding arrangements. Provide professional leadership, supervision, training and support to staff, promoting a culture where safeguarding is recognised as everyone's responsibility. Monitor safeguarding activity, analyse performance and quality data, undertake audits and contribute to assurance reporting for Trust committees, commissioners and regulatory bodies. Represent the Trust at safeguarding partnerships, networks, committees and regulatory reviews, including CQC-related safeguarding activity where delegated. This role offers an excellent opportunity to influence safeguarding practice at a strategic and operational level, ensuring the delivery of high-quality safeguarding arrangements and improved outcomes for adults at risk. Please see Job Description for full details

    Added on 11 Aug 2026

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    Consultant Psychiatrist for Older adults in Juniper Ward

    NHS Jobs - Chester

    £113,565 to £150,569 a year

    PermanentFull time

    Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

    Added on 11 Aug 2026

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    PR & Social Media Executive

    inploi - Hemel Hempstead

    PermanentFull time

    The UK’s leading provider of adult short break experiences, Warner Hotels is a collection of unique properties in great locations across the UK. All short breaks at a Warner Hotel include breakfast, dinner and specified entertainment and activities, ensuring guests make the most of their time away. Situated in stunning locations nationwide including Heythrop Park in the Cotswolds, Studley Castle in Warwickshire, Thoresby Hall in Nottinghamshire and The Runnymede on Thames, each hotel offers its own personal character that makes every Warner Hotels stay unique. The Social Media & PR Executive plays a key role in bringing the Warner Hotels brand to life through engaging content and exceptional campaign activation. Working across Warner Hotels, you'll capture and create compelling photo and video content, support PR activity, coordinate creator and ambassador partnerships and help deliver standout events and experiences. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being behind the camera as much as behind the scenes—creating content, editing video, supporting launches and ensuring every guest experience has the opportunity to become a great story. Key Responsibilities Content Production Capture engaging photo and video content across Warner Hotels. Film and edit social-first content for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedIn. Produce short-form video, behind-the-scenes content and campaign assets. Edit content using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or CapCut. Maintain Warner's digital content library. Campaign Activation Support the delivery of integrated marketing campaigns through social content and PR activity. Work closely with Brand, CRM, Commercial and Hotel teams to identify content opportunities. Assist with campaign planning and content production. PR Support Support the delivery of Warner's PR programme. Coordinate media requests and press visits. Assist with press materials, imagery and campaign assets. Monitor media coverage and maintain reporting. Ambassador & Creator Programme Coordinate Warner Hotels' ambassadors, influencers and content creators. Organise creator stays and content capture. Manage logistics, schedules, briefs and asset delivery. Ensure contracted deliverables are completed. Events Support the planning and delivery of media launches, influencer events and brand experiences. Capture content at events for social and PR use. Work with photographers, videographers and external suppliers where required. Ensure every event generates high-quality content and earned media opportunities. Administration & Reporting Organise content calendars and asset libraries. Support performance reporting. Track creator content and campaign deliverables. Maintain project plans and production schedules We're looking for our PR & Social Media Executive to have great creative experience in creating engaging social-first content, with strong photography and videography skills. You'll need to have great video editing ability and experience using CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite or similar editing software. You'll be organised, with a creative eye for storytelling and visual content. Ideally you'll have some experience in supporting events, influencers or PR campaigns and be willing to travel regularly to Warner Hotels across the UK. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK's best-loved leisure brands. You'll have the freedom to test new ideas, work across a wide variety of content and experiences, and play a key role in helping more people discover the joy of Warner Hotels. At Warner Hotels, you can discover your glow, as we believe people thrive when their unique strengths and personality are nurtured. At Warner Hotels, we’re more than just a place to stay, we’re a place where guests come to make memories, discover new experiences, and feel truly cared for. Ready to discover your glow?

    Added on 5 Aug 2026

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    PR & Social Media Manager

    inploi - Hemel Hempstead

    PermanentFull time

    The UK’s leading provider of adult short break experiences, Warner Hotels is a collection of unique properties in great locations across the UK. All short breaks at a Warner Hotel include breakfast, dinner and specified entertainment and activities, ensuring guests make the most of their time away. Situated in stunning locations nationwide including Heythrop Park in the Cotswolds, Studley Castle in Warwickshire, Thoresby Hall in Nottinghamshire and The Runnymede on Thames, each hotel offers its own personal character that makes every Warner Hotels stay unique. As PR & Social Media Manageryou will manage Warner Hotels' organic social media and communications activity, helping to bring our stories to life in engaging, creative and impactful ways. You'll uncover compelling stories that strengthen Warner's reputation, grow brand awareness and support commercial performance. Working alongside the Head of Brand & Communications, you will implement Warner's social media and communications strategy, manage our PR agency and creator programme, and identify opportunities to generate earned attention across the brand. You'll manage integrated communications plans, oversee PR agency relationships and ensure every campaign is supported by high-quality social content and PR activation. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Planning Implement Warner Hotels' organic social media and communications strategy. Manage & deliver the annual editorial and content calendar. Identify stories and opportunities that support business priorities. Ensure social media and PR activity is fully integrated into wider marketing campaigns. Social Media Manage Warner Hotels' organic social media channels across all key platforms. Deliver audience growth, engagement and brand consideration through compelling content. Identify platform trends and emerging opportunities. Provide creative guidance for channel-first content. Public Relations Manage Warner's consumer PR programme and support corporate and crisis communications where required. Manage Warner's PR agency and ensure delivery against agreed objectives. Identify proactive media opportunities and campaigns. Support reputation management through effective communications planning. Ambassadors & Creators Manage Warner Hotels' ambassador programme. Identify and oversee creator and influencer partnerships. Ensure partnerships deliver agreed objectives and measurable business value. Work closely with talent, agents and internal stakeholders Events & Experiences Manage communications activity for Warner launch events, media previews and influencer experiences. Maximise content, PR and creator opportunities across all events. Work with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful event delivery. Our Social Media and PR Manager will need to have significant experience managing social media and PR for a relevant consumer brand, with an excellent understanding of content-led marketing and storytelling. You'll need to have experience in managing agencies, creators and ambassadors. You'll also need to have great stakeholder management and project leadership skills and excellent copywriting skill with good editorial judgement. It would be great if you had experience planning and delivering integrated campaigns, ideally within hospitality, travel, leisure or lifestyle experiences. Success Measures Growth in organic reach and engagement. Increased earned media coverage. Successful ambassador and creator partnerships. Delivery of integrated social and PR campaigns. High-quality editorial planning and execution. Positive contribution to Warner's brand awareness and reputation. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of the UK's best-loved leisure brands. You'll have the freedom to test new ideas, work across a wide variety of content and experiences, and play a key role in helping more people discover the joy of Warner Hotels. 25 Days annual leave + an annual leave purchase scheme Fantastic opportunities for ongoingcareer development through externally recognised qualifications Cycle to Work Scheme 20% discount at breaks at Warner, Butlins & Haven + additional discounts during your stays for you and your family Help @ Hand from Unum - including virtual GP, Physiotherapy support, Mental Health sessions Life Assurance Free Car Parking onsite Family Friendly policies Refer a friend scheme Aslan: Our Reward & recognition portal includes access to a financial wellbeing platform Access to a discounts platform including a points based discount plan to increase your retail discounts Access your wages on demand through Aslan Employee Assistance Programme L&G Care Concierge Glow Getters and Long Service Awards Inclusion Statement Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at: Warner.recruitment@warnerhotels.co.uk Please note: Unsolicited CV’s from agencies will not be considered

    Added on 5 Aug 2026

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    Anti-Social Behaviour Support Officer

    ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD - Manchester, North West

    £18.16 to £18.16 an hour

    On-siteContractFull time

    Anti-Social Behaviour Support Officer needed in Manchester This is a temporary role and the rate is £18.16ph PAYE The reference number is: 000B 2A92 / 1 The successful candidate will play a key role in reducing anti‑social behaviour across Manchester by taking a harm‑centred, community‑focused approach to every case. They will confidently identify victims and perpetrators, assess vulnerability, and make timely referrals to support services. They will work directly with police and partner agencies to deliver visible, on‑street interventions, issue Community Protection Warnings or Notices where appropriate, and engage positively with individuals to encourage compliance with agreed actions. They will accurately record all activity using ICT systems, contribute to multi‑agency problem‑solving, and actively promote the team’s work through internal and external communication. The role also requires flexibility to work shifts between 8am and 8pm, strong interpersonal skills, and a full driving licence to operate the partnership community safety van. If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared. You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

    Added on 22 Jul 2026

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    Customer Liaison and Social Value Lead

    M Group Services - Brighton, Southern

    £40,000 to £45,000 a year

    PermanentFull time

    About The Role Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. We’re problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? - Support project teams with early customer engagement, impact assessments and communication planning. - Work with operational teams to understand scope, programmes, risks and customer impacts. - Deliver site visits, audits, engagement activities and project communication materials. - Monitor customer feedback, complaints and enquiries, ensuring timely resolution. - Support Southern Water Strategic Delivery Partner projects and customer requirements. - Lead Social Value activities, including volunteering, STEM, education and community initiatives. - Measure and report Social Value performance using agreed systems, including Loop. - Build positive stakeholder relationships and escalate risks, issues and opportunities. - Support continuous improvement across customer engagement and Social Value. What you’ll bring - Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. - Build effective relationships with customers, clients, communities and project teams. - Create clear customer-facing materials. - Plan, organise and manage multiple workstreams. - Work proactively, independently and collaboratively. - Analyse information to shape communication and engagement approaches. - Competent Microsoft Office user. - Full UK driving licence, with willingness to travel to sites and community locations. What’s in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; - Contributory pension scheme - Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - Employee assistance programme - My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s of retail discounts - Life assurance - Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes - Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave - Reward and recognition scheme - Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us! In addition, this role offers; - Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from - My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme - Private health care – single cover - Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more! - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Discretionary bonus scheme About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We’re one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. - We’re responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet - We’re open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations - We’re together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts - We’re ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether you’re a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. It’s an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW

    Added on 12 Aug 2026

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    Social Worker - Recovery Team - Permanent

    Hays Specialist Recruitment - Southend-On-Sea, Essex

    £39,152 to £45,091 a year

    HybridPermanentFull time

    Your new role Join a team that is making a real difference in people's lives. There has never been a better time to join Southend's Recovery Team. We are committed to growing and developing our service, embracing innovation, creativity, and person-centred practice to deliver high-quality support to adults when they need it most. Our team takes a strengths-based and asset-based approach, supporting people to live safely and independently within their communities. We work collaboratively with individuals and their carers to identify personal strengths, build resilience, and connect people with local resources and community support networks that promote wellbeing and independence. As a Social Worker within the Recovery Team, you will undertake assessments, reviews, support planning, and safeguarding activities, ensuring that practice is delivered in line with relevant legislation, guidance, policies, and procedures. You will play a key role in empowering people to achieve positive outcomes while promoting choice, safety, and independence. You will be joining a friendly, supportive, and experienced team, led by dedicated managers and senior practitioners who are committed to your professional growth. We offer excellent learning and development opportunities, making this an ideal opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced Social Workers. About Connected SouthendConnected Southend is our innovative, city-wide approach to community practice, personalised enablement, commissioning, and social care support. It brings together practitioners, commissioners, providers, and our wider culture, arts, leisure, and community sectors to deliver the very best information, advice, prevention, support, and social care for local people.At the heart of Connected Southend is a commitment to helping people remain connected to the communities they value, the people who matter most to them, and the lives they choose to live. Through strong partnerships with voluntary and community organisations, alongside our rich cultural and heritage resources, we are transforming how support is provided across the city. Underpinned by the principles of the Care Act 2014, Connected Southend promotes citizenship, community opportunities, prevention, enablement, and personalised outcomes. It provides a clear framework and vision for delivering modern, person-centred social care that empowers people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives. Why Join Us? Supportive and experienced management team. Opportunities for career progression and professional development. Commitment to innovative, strength-based practice. Collaborative and welcoming team environment. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults and carers across Southend. Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week. If you are passionate about empowering people, promoting independence, and delivering excellent social work practice, we would love to hear from you. What you'll need to succeed To be shortlisted for this position, you will: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification. Be registered with Social Work England. Have experience of working within Adult Social Care. Demonstrate the ability to apply strengths-based and asset-based approaches to assessment, care planning, and review. Have experience of, or a sound understanding of, the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and adult safeguarding processes. Be able to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including colleagues, partner agencies, voluntary organisations, and private sector providers. Be committed to continuous professional development, lifelong learning, and delivering high-quality practice. Hold a driving licence and have use of a car. What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

    Added on 11 Aug 2026

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    Social Worker - Families First - Permanent

    Hays Specialist Recruitment - Southend-On-Sea, Essex

    £39,152 to £45,091 a year

    HybridPermanentFull time

    Your new company In Southend City Council's Families First Service, relationships matter, practice is purposeful, and children are truly at the centre of everything we do.Our Families First Service is driven by a clear and ambitious vision: to deliver effective, compassionate, and truly child-centred support that makes a lasting difference.At the heart of our work is our practice model: Relational, Systemic and Decisive. This isn't just a framework, it's how we work every day. We believe that the best outcomes for children come from strong, meaningful relationships and a deep understanding of the surrounding environment.We work with families, building on their strengths, supporting change, and addressing challenges with clarity, confidence, and purpose. This is a place where practice is thoughtful, purposeful, and focused on what really matters: improving children's lives. By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that: All paths lead back to the child. We spend time getting to know each child and their story. We do what we say we're going to do. We work with the whole family. No matter what, we aim to make things better. You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager. Your new role Southend Council are looking to recruit a permanent full-time Qualified Social Worker to work within one of the 6 Families First Service Teams. Working directly with children, young people, and families to create positive and lasting change Building strong, trusting relationships through a restorative and relational approach Assessing need and risk with confidence, always keeping the child's lived experience at the centre Shaping high-quality plans that promote safety, stability, and long-term wellbeing Working alongside partners to deliver coordinated, joined-up support You will be required to provide an efficient and cost-effective service to children, young people and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed. Investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence conclusions and realistic action plans. Ensure adequate recording that evidences and develops practice that takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in both their immediate and extended social circles, and having full regard to their overall development needs. If you're passionate about helping children and families thrive, believe in the power of relationships, and want to be part of a service that is committed to continuous learning and improvement, we want to hear from you. Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week. Duty is 1 week out of 6.You are required to be a driver and have use of a car. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you must have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England and have completed your ASYE. You need to have previous experience of working within Children's Frontline services and have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need; social work practice is essential, along with knowledge of methods of social work intervention.Have the ability to analyse new cases and refer to a correct course of action.What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

    Added on 12 Aug 2026

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