Assessments & Child Protection Social Worker
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - Swindon, Wiltshire
£45,091 to £50,269 a year
PermanentFull time
We are looking for Social Workers for this organisation's Child Protection & Assessment service. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (VISA sponsorship can be transferred if you have UK experience) About the teams This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and families with a child-centred approach. This team has flexible and creative ways of working. About you The successful candidate will have experience within frontline teams post qualification, whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Salaries between £45,091 - £50,269 dependent on experience Relocation package of £8,000 Mileage covered Flexible working Excellent pension Training & development opportunities Hours : Full time / Part time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny 07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
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Social Worker - LAC Team - Permanent
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Southend-On-Sea, Essex
£40,444 to £46,579 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time permanent Qualified Social Worker for their Children Looked After Team (CLA). The CLA team work with children once care proceedings have concluded. There is some court work around revocation of care orders, contact disputes and making adoption orders. Therefore, some experience of court work would be preferable; the current case load is between 16-18. 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 practice 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. Ensure that all case management complies with the statutory requirements and the Council's policies and procedures. You will need to prepare and submit written reports as and when required, including statements and care plans for care proceedings in the Family Proceedings, County and High Courts. Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for. 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 days are 1 day a week, and you are required to attend the office on that day. What you'll need to succeed To be shortlisted for 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. 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
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Repairs Manager - Void Social Housing
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Leicester, Leicestershire
£50,468 to £50,468 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Repairs, Voids and Maintenance Area Manager/ Delivery ManagerLocation: East Midlands Salary: £50468 + Van with fuel card. Work Pattern: On site/ in office/ WFH 1 day per week Property Care within a large housing association are looking for a passionate and experienced Repairs, Voids and Maintenance Area Manager/ Delivery Manager to lead a team of multi-skill trade operatives (14) in delivering safe, efficient, and customer-first property repairs and maintenance services across Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and South Lincs surrounding areas.This is your opportunity to make a real difference-ensuring every customer experience reflects our values of care, consistency, and accountability. Why this role mattersReporting to the Localities Operations Manager, you'll ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly by driving performance, supporting your team's development, maintaining compliance with regulatory and health and safety standards, and delivering an excellent customer experience.You'll be the vital link between our operating model and frontline delivery, using data, insight, and local knowledge to drive continuous improvement and proactively resolve issues before they escalate.With customers and our values at the heart of every decision, you'll build trust and deliver a property repairs and maintenance service that reflects what matters most to the people who live in our homes.Success in this role will depend on your ability to collaborate closely with colleagues across Housing Operations, Neighbourhoods, Commercial, and Asset teams to deliver a seamless, locality-based service that meets both operational objectives and customer expectations. What you'll be doing* Lead day-to-day delivery of property repairs and maintenance services, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. * Champion a customer-first approach-owning service delivery and resolving complaints early. * Manage team performance through coaching, 1:1s, and development using tools like the Multi Skill Framework. * Ensure compliance with Awaabs Law, HSEQ and regulatory standards. * Contractor management. * Make informed local decisions aligned with customer needs, compliance requirements and value-for-money goals. * Collaborate across teams and with contractors to deliver joined-up services. * Promote sustainability goals and responsible resource use. * Support change by communicating clearly, building resilience and helping the team adapt. * Monitor team activity against budgets and KPIs, escalating risks and opportunities to your Localities Operations Manager. What you'll bring* Strong technical knowledge of property maintenance and building compliance * Up-to-date knowledge of Awaab's Law, Health & Safety legislation, Decent Homes Standard, and HHSRS * Proven experience in leading teams in a housing/ construction environment and driving service improvements, in both or either a responsive repairs or voids maintenance delivery * A collaborative, inclusive leadership style with a focus on coaching and development * Confidence in using digital systems and promoting data best practicesYou'll be measured on success by:* 95% of repairs and voids completed within target * 85% first-time fix rate * 95% customer satisfaction with repairs and estates * High employee engagement and low voluntary turnover * Delivery of improvements, cost-efficiency, and sustainability outcomes. Why join us nowThis is more than a management role. It's an opportunity to shape local service delivery, lead a high-performing team, and make a real difference to the customers who live in our homes. As we continue to evolve, you'll play a key role in embedding our operating model, driving service excellence, and ensuring we deliver safe, efficient, and customer-focused repairs and maintenance services across your locality.This role involves regular travel across your locality, so a full UK driving licence is essential.As this is a customer facing role, a DBS check will be required as part of our pre-employment vetting process.This role is locality based, so you will need to live in this area.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Benefits Van with fuel card 28 days holiday + BH and option to buy/sell 5 days 12% pension contribution matched Medi cash scheme If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited 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
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Social Worker (Family Placement) - EAY12776
East Ayrshire Council - Kilmarnock
£45,769 to £49,859 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Description Protect and promote the welfare and wellbeing of Children, Adults at Risk and Communities through the exercise of Statutory Powers to address complex issues. This is done through the assessment of need, the formulation and implementation of care plans, in conjunction with other external agencies and partner organisations In order to assist with the promotion, delivery and integration of the key objectives in relation to those identified within the Health & Social Care Partnership Plan and the Community Plan. Requirements The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants for such posts will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member in respect of Regulated Work with either or both of these groups as appropriate, or if they are already a Scheme member, be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update, before any formal offer of employment can be made by East Ayrshire Council. Please note:- PVG members' records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant prior to any formal offer of employment being made. Employment References We follow the national guidance in relation to pre-employment checks namely “Safer Recruitment Through Better Recruitment”. With regards to requests for references and in line with this guidance, during your application process you should provide details of a minimum of two appropriate and relevant references, one of which should be from your current or most recent employer. It is also a requirement that the reference from your current or most recent employer is from an appropriate senior manager and it is not a reference from a former peer operating at the same level. Additional Information This is a full time, permanent post based within Fostering, Adoption and Kinship Care. Hours of work - Mon-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-4pm Annual Salary - £45,769 -£49,859 - INCLUSIVE OF 5% MARKFET FORCES PAYMENT The workstyle for this post is ‘Flexible’ - 50% -79% of your time in an office location/ multiple work locations. You will work at your administrative base or another agreed office location between 2.5 to 4 days per week and only occasionally from home. The admin base for this post is The Johnnie Walker Bond, Kilmarnock. East Ayrshire Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups including Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people and LGBT people. We are also keen to decrease occupational segregation and so encourage women to apply for managerial posts and/or roles in which they are underrepresented. East Ayrshire Council is a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador. To be considered for interview, candidates must demonstrate on the application that they meet all essential criteria of the attached job specification. If you require any further information please contact David Clarke or Sarah McEnHill, Team Managers at david.clarke@east-ayrshire.gov.uk / sarah.mcenhill@east-ayrshire.gov.uk If you apply for this post, please add the following email address to your safe sender list to ensure that any MyJobScotland related e-mails go directly to your inbox - noreply@myjobscotland.gov.uk.
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Faculty Leader of Social Subjects - NAY17901
North Ayrshire Council - Irvine
£74,154 to £74,154 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Summary We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually. We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process - for more information click important-information-for-applicants (north-ayrshire.gov.uk) This post is based within our Education Directorate. As part of the management team of Greenwood Academy, you will lead, manage and give strategic direction within an allocated area of responsibility. For more details see the attached Role Profile below. Before you apply, find out a little bit about us and why we are a Great Place to Work. Staff Values & Behaviours Our values of Focus, Passion and Inspiration are core in everything we do and how we do it, they are the foundation that our work is built on across the whole of the Council. However, for the purposes of the recruitment process for teaching posts we will explore the post advertised in conjunction with the appropriate Professional Standards. Additional Information References As part of the selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form. References will be read in conjunction with your application form. Therefore, applicants who do not submit references in time will be placed at a disadvantage compared to those who have provided appropriate references, as additional points will be added to your score where the panel are in receipt of a satisfactory reference (i.e 0 points for no reference received, maximum of 6 points for a very strong reference). Your second referee will be contacted by North Ayrshire Council if you are the preferred candidate for the post. Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference, and forward the completed reference to the relevant contact within the School. References should be received before the closing date for the vacancy. References for this vacancy should be emailed to; Katy Hegarty, Head Teacher Email Address - katyhegarty@ea365.n-ayrshire.gov.uk PVG (Children) This post is considered Regulated Work with Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted from your salary following commencement of employment. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit Disclosure Scotland - mygov.scot . For further details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy please visit Pre-employment checks (north-ayrshire.gov.uk). Please note if you are the successful candidate your name and email address will be entered into the Disclosure Scotland PVG system to generate your PVG form which will be issued to your email with an enclosed link to complete. Our Workstyles As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles: In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location. This post has been allocated the workstyle: In Building More information on our workstyles can be found in our HR Guide - Workstyles (north-ayrshire.gov.uk). If you have any questions on the allocated Workstyle for this post, please ask at interview. Use of AI in Applications Applicants may use AI tools to assist with drafting or refining their application. However, AI should only be used to enhance an application and must not replace personal experience or be used to generate content wholly on the applicant’s behalf. Where it is identified that AI has been used to create an application in full or to falsify responses, this will be taken into account within the scoring, and your application may not be progressed.
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Advanced Practitioner (Social Worker) - FLK14645
Falkirk Council - Polmont
£48,249 to £52,184 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Practitioner Social Worker to join our Prison Social Work Team at HMP & YOI Polmont. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of high-quality social work services to people in custody while supporting the continued development of excellent practice across the team. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will carry a complex caseload, and demonstrate expertise in risk assessment and risk management, applying professional judgement to support positive outcomes for individuals while promoting wider public protection. Alongside your case management responsibilities, you will provide professional leadership within the team, supporting practitioners to develop confidence, skills and knowledge. You will contribute to practice learning, quality improvement and service development, helping to ensure high standards of professional practice across Justice Social Work Services. A Social Work Diploma or degree is essential, as is experience of statutory social work within Justice Services. Please refer to the Job Profile for further details. For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Ruth Berry, Assistant Team Manager, on 01324 711558 and select the options for ‘social work’ from the automated menu. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate. You will also require SSSC registration. There is a requirement that the candidate will require clearance at Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Level 2.
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Deputy Manager - Adult Learning Disabilities Complex Residential
Jarrodean Personnel Ltd
£49,600 to £66,300 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Applications are invited from commited and experienced Registered Nurses, Allied Health Professionals or Social Workers to join the Adult Learning Disabilities Complex Residential team as Band 6 Deputy Manager within the Adult Learning Disabilites Service on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands. The site is a newly opened purpose-built facility providing support for 14 Service Users in single self-contained flats. The flats are in a fantastic location - flat for wheelchair usersnear the beach, shops and cafés and access to bus routes. Well-equipped and appointed with key-considerations for Service Users with profound leaning and physical disabilities; safely enclosed garden, ceiling track hoists and sensory-sensitive colour schemes. As Deputy Manager, in supporting the Service Manager you will: - undertake the assessment of service users with complex needs. - guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care received by service users. - contribute to the recruitment and retention of team members - undertake the professional development review process with identified team members. Support staff with performance issues developing plan to address developmental needs. - act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice and strong professional values. - act up as necessary in the absence of the manager. Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale. The Guernsey Band 6 salary range is £47,860 to £64,615 plus an annual bonus of £1,747 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH. Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS or Local Authority service for annual leave and sick leave The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbor town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital. This unique integrated health service delivers a diverse range of services including diagnosing and treating patients in the island's acute hospital complex, and supporting people with in the wider community. Providing an excellent Learning Disabilities Service, supported by modern equipment and reliant on Healthcare professionals recruited to a high standard. Person requirements: Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Profesional with full UK professional registration. At least two years current or recent UK experience leading a Learning Disabilities service at senior Band 5 or Band 6 level. Completion of a recognised Teaching and Assessing/Mentorship qualification. To hold a UK driving licence. The benefits of working in Guernsey include: - A higher-than-UK salary. - An annual bonus of £1,747. - Registered Nurse applicants will recieve an additional £3,000 bonus on completion of two, then four years service. - A flat rate 20% income tax. - No Council tax or VAT - A relocation payment of £5,000* - Three months initial free accommodation* - On-site Staff Accommodation or a generous allowance for private rental accommodation* - A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low. *Full T&C in relocation directive For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.
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Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry -CMHT- Desborough House
NHS Jobs - Eastleigh
£109,725 to £145,478 a year
PermanentFull time
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
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Business Support Officer – North Somerset Safeguarding Adults
North Somerset Council - Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
£29,542 to £32,046 a year, pro rata
HybridPermanentPart time
About Us North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Business Support Officer to join the Safeguarding Adults Board. The Safeguarding Adults Board are a statutory multi-agency partnership whose remit is to lead adult safeguarding arrangements across North Somerset and to oversee and coordinate the effectiveness of the safeguarding work of our member organisations and partner agencies. The NSSAB are seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic individual who will help develop the administrative functions within the board. The successful candidate will work closely with the NSSAB Manager to ensure all administrative tasks and board operations are maintained to a high standard. In this role, you will: work as a member of the NSSAB providing practical, business, and administrative support to the Board Manager and Independent Chair. The postholder is also required to provide business and administrative support to the Multi-Agency Risk Management Co-ordinator as required.
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NHS Locum Specialty Doctor in Older Adult Inpatient
NHS Jobs - Epping
£63,696 to £102,689 a year
ContractFull time
The post holder will have the opportunity to actively participate in clinical governance activities. The post holder will have resident doctors working with them and will be expected to provide some clinical supervision for them as appropriate in addition to the ward RC. The post holder will be working with 2.0 WTE FY1 doctors on Kitwood Ward and 3.0 WTE FY1 doctors on Roding Ward. The post holder will provide medical input to the Liaison Psychiatry Team at St Margarets Hospital which receives referrals from medical rehab wards based at the Epping Forest Unit. This involves discussing and supervising assessments carried out by the team and providing medical input as appropriate, including issuing prescriptions where necessary and occasionally carrying out face-to-face assessments. This role is not expected to be more than 1 PA per week
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