Children's Senior Social Worker
Charles Hunter Associates Ltd - Doncaster, South Yorkshire
£44,162 to £48,227 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
We are looking for experienced Social Workers for this organisation open vacancy for a number of children social work teams. Most teams allow for hybrid working and are full time. This will be initially fixed-term (up to 12 months) but may become a permanent position beyond this. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team 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 Children's Social Work teams post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? £44,162 - £48,227 dependent on experience Annual leave 28 days + public holidays (rising to 33 days) Health & Wellbeing packages Travel allowances Access to various discounts Flexible working Generous pension scheme Excellent Training & development opportunities Hours: Full time / Permanent fixed-term 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
Senior Clerical Assistant - DGA13607
Dumfries and Galloway Council - Sanquhar
£21,895.40 to £22,271.65 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Senior Clerical Assistant (7/00926M) Kelloholm Primary School £21,895.40 - £22,271.65 We are seeking to appoint a well-motivated and organised person to join us at Kelloholm Primary School. You will be required to work 35.75 hours per week, 38 weeks per year for a period of up to 1 year. You must be educated to SCQF level 4 (Standard Grade) or equivalent, with experience of working in an office environment and knowledge of Microsoft packages. Experience in dealing with the public and the ability to work with the minimum of supervision are essential. You will be required to work to a high level of accuracy and be able to work to tight deadlines. The postholder will have excellent interpersonal skills and will be aware of, and able to maintain, confidentiality. This position may be suitable for a Secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post on a secondment basis This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. For further information please contact: Elliot Ferguson, Headteacher on 01659 67228 or email: gw23fergusonelliot@glow.sch.uk
Senior Residential Support Worker
Area Camden - Haverhill, Suffolk
£34,660.95 to £34,660.95 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Area Camden Senior Residential Support Worker Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 08:00 - 20:00 (12-hour shifts) Salary: £34,660.95 per annum Location: Haverhill, Suffolk Essential Eligibility Please note, it is essential that all candidates have relevant experience and qualifications to be considered for an interview. You will need 2-3 years' experience and must hold a Children's Workforce Diploma or an equivalent qualification relevant to the children's residential care sector. Benefits Comprehensive induction and mandatory training Clear progression opportunities Fixed rota pattern (08:00 - 20:00): Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday (48 hours) Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (36 hours) 168 hours per month 236 hours' annual leave, including bank holidays Annual leave increases by 12 hours per year for three years, up to 272 hours Pension scheme (after qualifying period) About Us Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, is built on values of respect, dignity, independence and positive parenting. We provide high-quality, family-style residential care for young people aged 11-18, with all support centred around their individual needs. Support Workers play a vital role in keeping young people safe and contributing to their daily care and development. In this role, you'll build positive relationships and help young people with emotional and behavioural needs feel included in their community and reach their full potential. Main Purpose of the Role The Senior Support Worker helps deliver high-quality care and positive outcomes for young people. They act as a key worker, oversee daily practice and support continuous improvement across the home. The role includes leading and mentoring staff, organising work patterns and ensuring care plans, training needs and safeguarding standards are met. Senior Support Workers record and review key work, care plans and risk assessments to maintain compliance. They also manage placement plans, respond to safeguarding concerns and coordinate access to health, education and therapeutic services. The role is essential to maintaining high standards and reports directly to the Registered Manager. Leadership and Home Management Provide strong leadership and coaching to ensure high-quality care and positive outcomes Support the Registered Manager and senior team in upholding care standards and implementing policies Help monitor compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and health and safety requirements Work as part of the rota to support the home's 24-hour operation and maintain safe, consistent care Ensure staff remain focused on delivering high-quality childcare practice Contribute to quality assurance, including inspections and Regulation 44 visits Support recording systems, administrative tasks and general household upkeep Assist with managing the home's budget, including incidental and repair costs Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Area Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior Residential Support Worker
Bay View Childcare - Morecambe, Lancashire
£27,750.53 to £34,470.53 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Bay View Senior Residential Support Worker Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Responsible to: Registered Manager Location: Heysham, Morecambe Salary: £27,750.53 with the potential to earn up to £34,470.53 with sleep-in shifts We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker to join our established residential team at Bay View. Based in one of our family-style children's homes in Heysham, Morecambe, you'll support up to four young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive in a safe, secure and nurturing environment. Our homes are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted, and you'll play a key role in maintaining these high standards. Main Purpose of the Role Deliver high-quality care and support to children and young people within the home Help achieve the best outcomes for each child through effective care planning, key work sessions and risk assessments Provide leadership and guidance to support best practice in childcare Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and company policies Promote Bay View's values and contribute to the continuous improvement of care standards Support regulatory requirements, including Regulation 44 visits Essential Criteria If you do not already hold the required qualification, you will be expected to undertake and complete a relevant Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People or Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and accompanying guidance and regulations, the Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 A full UK driving licence Benefits Competitive salary plus up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments, typically based on 6-8 sleep-ins per month at £70 per sleep-in Regular supervisions Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training followed by an ongoing CPD programme Opportunities for progression Bay View is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Bay View is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior Residential Support Worker
Bay View Childcare - Carnforth, Lancashire
£27,750.53 to £34,470.53 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Bay View Childcare Senior Residential Support Worker Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Responsible to: Registered Manager Location: Carnforth Salary: £27,750.53 with the potential to earn up to £34,470.53 with sleep-in shifts We are looking for a dynamic and inspirational Senior Residential Childcare Support Worker to join our established residential team at Bay View Childcare. Based in one of our family-style children's homes in Carnforth, you'll support up to four young people aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive in a safe, secure and nurturing environment. Our homes are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted, and you'll play a key role in maintaining these high standards. Main Purpose of the Role Deliver high-quality care and support to children and young people within the home Help achieve the best outcomes for each child through effective care planning, key work sessions and risk assessments Provide leadership and guidance to support good practice in childcare Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and company policies Promote Bay View Childcare's values and contribute to the continuous improvement of care standards Support regulatory requirements, including Regulation 44 visits Essential Criteria If you do not already hold the required qualification, you will be expected to undertake and complete a relevant Level 3 Diploma in Working with Children and Young People or Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Apprenticeship within two years Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and accompanying guidance and regulations, the Care Standards Act 2000 and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 A full UK driving licence Benefits Competitive salary plus up to £6,720 in sleep-in payments, typically based on 6-8 sleep-ins per month at £70 per sleep-in Regular supervisions Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training followed by an ongoing CPD programme Promotion opportunities available Bay View Childcare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Bay View Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior / Supervising Social Worker
FCA - Ivybridge, Devon
£40,081.10 to £40,081.10 a year
HybridContractPart time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Role: Senior / Supervising Social Worker Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: Up to £40,081.10 per annum FTE, depending on experience Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract Base Location: Ivybridge Covering Area: South West - Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall Ofsted Rating: Outstanding, 2026 Benefits £2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service Bank holidays Life assurance Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan All benefits will be pro-rated Help transform the lives of children and young people across Cornwall and Plymouth. Join Foster Care Associates, one of the UK's leading independent fostering agencies and part of the Polaris Community. With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a strong reputation for supporting both children and staff, we're looking for a passionate, highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior / Supervising Social Worker to join our friendly and highly supportive South West team. About Us Set up by a former Foster Parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community, one of the UK's largest communities of children's services providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our head office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same: 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA, we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and Foster Parent, every single minute of the day. About the Role Our friendly South West team is seeking a Senior / Supervising Social Worker to help support and empower Foster Parents and young people within the Cornwall and Plymouth area. Support Foster Parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster Parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children and young people Ensure that Foster Parents fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in FCA policies and procedures Provide and record regular supervision to allocated Foster Parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family, e.g. respite, activities, therapy and holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined Ensure each child and Foster Parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation Attend meetings and/or provide reports for commissioning teams to address individual packages of care Promote the participation of children and young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F assessments You Must Have A social work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The South West region covers Somerset, Cornwall, Devon, Torbay and Plymouth, so the role may occasionally require the successful candidate to work in these areas as part of the team; therefore, a willingness to travel is essential Confidence in transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful or difficult situations A full UK driving licence If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and young people and want to work for an Outstanding fostering agency where you'll be valued, supported and encouraged to develop, we'd love to hear from you. Contact For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Naomi Pollard, Registered Manager, at . No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Senior / Supervising Social Worker
Fostering People - Remote
£43,626.47 to £43,626.47 a year
RemotePermanentFull time
FOSTERING PEOPLE Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time, permanent. Basic Salary: up to £43,626.47 per annum, dependent upon experience Benefits: £1,000 Car Allowance or Company Car Scheme, 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2 annual salary Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan Covering Location: North East An exciting opportunity for a Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our OUTSTANDING fostering agency in the North East. About Us Fostering People are an innovative developing provider with an outstanding inspection rating. We have a reputation for providing exceptional support, to our children, foster carers and to our dedicated staff team. Established in 2000, our reputation and positive approach has enabled us to achieve growth in the fostering sector. We have received 4 consecutive Outstanding inspections from Ofsted. Our 2024 inspection report highlighted the following: Staff and managers work proactively and closely with a wide range of involved agencies and professionals. They constantly strive to learn and improve the services that they provide. Carers report being very happy working for this agency. They feel that the assessment process is robust and fair. They have excellent support from their supervising social workers, as well as managers in the agency. They attend support groups and regular events with their birth and looked after children. They feel highly valued and respected as carer. Agency staff report exceptionally high levels of satisfaction in their roles. They feel well supported, trained and respected. Training opportunities for staff and carers are excellent. About the Role: We are currently looking to recruit a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for our friendly and dynamic team to work with foster carers in the North East. You will be responsible for the recruitment, training, assessment, support and supervision of a range of foster carers ensuring high quality placements for looked after children. One of our long-serving now retired Supervising Social Worker said this about her experiences of working for Fostering People: "Fostering People are a fantastic company to work for where you really feel as though you can make a difference to children's lives. You will feel well supported by your line manager and also by senior management - it's a very open and inclusive environment where you feel able to share your ideas and have them listened to. Working at Fostering People gives you the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge and to develop your specific areas of interest" About You The successful candidate must have: A motivated and organised professional, able to work independently while building strong relationships with colleagues and foster carers. Excellent assessment, communication and report-writing skills, along with confident IT skills. A Social Work Qualification with current SWE registration. Passionate about improving outcomes for children, you'll bring enthusiasm, initiative and a commitment to our innovative and child-focused approach, whether you're new to fostering or an experienced Supervising Social Worker. Full UK Driving License and access to your own car. Desirable: Experience in fostering and children's services, but we welcome applications from less experienced candidates. You'll also have a good understanding of fostering, safeguarding, and relevant legislation. If you have any questions regarding this vacancy please contact Lynne Maddocks, Service Manager on 07970081444 or Mark Briggs, Team Manager on 07967 381004. To be considered, please submit an application and we will be in touch to discuss. Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.
Senior Residential Worker - NAY17772
North Ayrshire Council - Kilwinning
£38,879.08 to £42,239.72 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Summary This is a re-advert of NAY17480, previous applicants need not re-apply as they will not be considered. 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 in the Abbey Croft Children's House within our residential childcare service. Reporting to the manager, you will be involved in providing effective leadership and direction to a team delivering high quality care and support to children and young people. 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 North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy. Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available on the Staff values and behaviours (north-ayrshire.gov.uk) . Additional Information References For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process. 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 https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/ . 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.
Senior Library Assistant - FLK14560
Falkirk Council - Bonnybridge
£29,613 to £31,812 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert We want your future to become part of ours. Falkirk Council is a council of the future. A community of over 7,000 employees striving to create better lives for all of our residents. Come join us. Could you be our next Senior Library Assistant at Bonnybridge library In this role you will supervise a team responsible for the delivery of a high quality, customer- focussed frontline library service. What we are looking for… You will be a flexible and well organised individual. They will be able to work on their own initiative and have experience of customer care and managing a small team. You will enjoy a strong focus on supporting people of all ages and backgrounds with digital skills and inclusion, promoting reading for pleasure, and responding to requests for information. This role may require evening work until 8pm on a Thursday, includes supervising and managing Slamannan library and requires the successful candidate to be mobile in the Falkirk area. Key skills and attributes will include. Excellent numeracy and literacy · Analytical skills · Problem solving skills · People management skills · Attention to detail · Experience working as part of a team. · Ability to organise competing demands. · Experience using MS office packages. · Experience in direct cash handling. · Experience working in a front-line customer service environment. · Previous supervisory experience. Sounds like you? Great. View our job profile below for more information on what could be your next job. Why work with us? At Falkirk Council, we strive to create positive change in our community by empowering our people to make a difference. We are a team-oriented, purpose-driven organisation focused on creating positive change. Be a part of something bigger, be part of our future, and come work with us. We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real impact in our communities. Our values: Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious (RITA) shape everything we do. Responsive: We embrace technology and modern ways of working to deliver services that meet customer needs every day. Innovative: We celebrate creativity and learning to inspire new solutions that make Falkirk a great place to live, learn, work, and visit. Trusted: We remove barriers and empower people with the skills to lead independent, fulfilling lives. Ambitious: We work together to create sustainable services that make a lasting difference. You will work 37 hours per week, Monday 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 9am -5pm, Alternate Wednesday 9am - 4pm, Thursday 9am - 6pm , Friday 9am -5pm, Alternate Saturday 9am - 3pm. 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. We promote a balanced approach, ensuring staff have the right environment to collaborate with colleagues while also having the option to work independently when appropriate. Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you are ready to make a real difference to the lives of real people, apply today. What we can offer you. As a Falkirk Council employee, you’ll enjoy a range of flexible benefits Requirements Contact Us For more information regarding this role, contact Rachel Dempster at rachel.dempster@falkirk.gov.uk or 01324 506800. Find out what else Falkirk has to offer: Visit Falkirk: https://www.visitfalkirk.com/ Falkirk Leisure & Culture Website: Falkirk Leisure & Culture Home Page Helix Park & the Kelpies: Helix Park Falkirk | The Helix
UEC Operations Senior Manager
NHS Jobs - Ipswich
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
ContractFull time
The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the Department and the Organisation. This will be done in line with the Job evaluation Handbook guidelines