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Senior Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Professional (AMPH) Salary: PO4 + £3,000 AMHP allowance + 10% out-of-hours allowance. £3,000 recruitment and retention payment paid every 2 years Permanent 36 Hours Full Time Other essential information: Rota pattern of 3 weeks on, 2 weeks off. Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car. Home-based with travel across Kingston, Merton, Richmond and Sutton Objective of the Role You will play a vital role in delivering emergency statutory social work services outside of normal office hours across four London boroughs: Kingston, Merton, Richmond and Sutton.As a Senior Social Worker and AMHP, you will respond to urgent adult safeguarding, mental health, and homelessness referrals, ensuring timely and effective interventions that protect and support vulnerable adults. About the Role You will be joining a permanent team of 6 (including the manager), supported by 5 sessional Senior Social Worker/AMHPs. The role will involve you to workremotely with access to Richmond's IT systems and support. You will be required too: Provide emergency assessments and arrange services to mitigate risk. Undertake AMHP duties under the Mental Health Act 1983/2007. Respond to emergency housing needs and arrange temporary accommodation. Work independently and confidently in high-pressure situations. Participate in a rota covering evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Current AMHP approval Substantial post-qualifying experience as an AMHP in adult or mental health services. Strong assessment skills and robust knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, and housing legislation. Experience managing risk and safeguarding adults. Proven ability to work independently and make sound professional judgements. Excellent communication skills and IT proficiency. Willingness to work unsocial hours and flexibly within a rota system. Key Dates: Closing Date: 26th October 2025 Shortlisting Date: 27th October 2025 Interview Date: W/C 3rd November 2025 (Virtual) For an informal conversation please contact Beth Kelly Emergency Duty Team Manager via We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Senior Social Worker £46,206 - £55,992 Permanent Queen Mary's Hospital Full Time Hybrid We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to take on a pivotal Senior Social Worker role within the Wolfson Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit at Queen Mary's Hospital.This is a key position for a professional with a strong track record in adult social care, particularly in hospital discharge planning and neuro-disability. The Wandsworth Hospital Team works in close partnership with the Wolfson Unit to deliver a high-quality, person-centred discharge service that promotes independence and well-being for our residents and their carers.We are looking for someone with demonstrable expertise in supporting individuals with complex physical and cognitive needs, and who can confidently navigate the challenges of longer-term care planning. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be expected to lead on complex casework, provide supervision and guidance to team members, and contribute meaningfully to service development and performance improvement.You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary specialist healthcare team to ensure safe, timely, and effective discharges for patients recovering from neurological conditions. You'll be joining a committed and knowledgeable team, with access to regular supervision and ongoing professional development through our Adult Social Care Academy. What We're Looking For: A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Extensive post-qualification experience in adult social care, ideally within hospital or neuro-rehabilitation settings. Proven ability to manage complex cases and lead discharge planning processes. Experience in supervising staff and contributing to service improvement initiatives. Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory responsibilities. Excellent communication, decision-making, and organisational skills. A collaborative mindset and confidence in working across health and social care disciplines. Key Responsibilities: Provide supervision and day-to-day support to Social Workers within the team. Lead on complex discharges and support patient flow within the Wolfson Unit. Undertake detailed assessments, manage risk, and make clear, evidence-based decisions. Act as a safeguarding enquiry officer and oversee new referrals. Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings. Support service development and contribute to quality assurance and performance monitoring. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Angela Kelly, Service Manager by email on Closing Date: 26/10/2025 Shortlisting Date: W/C 27/10/2025 Interview Date: W/C 03/11/2025 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received.Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are alsocommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactoryresponse to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

SEND Tribunal and Mediation Manager £57,171 - £72,186 per annum Permanent Full Time (36 hours) Wandsworth, London The role requires strong leadership, supervision and management of the end-to-end Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDIST) process. Are you motivated by delivering and developing a high-quality tribunal process that makes a difference to the lives of young children with Special Educational Needs and their families? As a SEND Tribunal and Mediation Manager, you will develop, lead and deliver a high-quality response to all aspects of the formal dispute and Tribunal process. You will lead a dedicated team who will have the skills and expertise to explain and defend the reasoning behind decision making.You will be part of the wider SEND and Inclusion Service who provide support to children, parents and settings ensuring our approach is fair, lawful and transparent. About the role You will work as a member of the SEND Assessment and Review Team who lead on all aspects of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) statutory processes linked to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP). You will be responsible for the preparation of evidence and a key part of the role is to support families, professionals and colleagues through either the Mediation or Tribunal process.You will represent the Local Authority at Tribunal hearings and be responsible for preparing evidence and all aspects of case management. To fulfil this role, you will demonstrate substantial knowledge of: The Children and Families Act (2014) and subsequent Regulations The SEND Code of Practice (2015) and subsequent legislative and statutory requirements Legislative and statutory requirements relating to Local Area SEND Ofsted Inspections The processes linked to both Mediation and First/Upper Tier Appeals. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A successful track record of experience in a service for SEND Mediations and First/Upper Tier Tribunal Management. An ability to understand and develop appropriate and lawful systems to support parents, children and young people and practitioners involved in the tribunal process to ensure an experience that is modelled on good practice. Substantial experience and evidence-based practice in written and oral case presentation based on local decision making. Experience of ensuring Mediation and Tribunal cases are recorded and evidenced to demonstrate impact for children, young people, and their families and to aid improvement in service delivery. A professional qualification in a related field: A range of specific qualifications could be appropriate such as a legal qualification, SEND legal practice, substantial SEND experience/qualification. This is a public facing post and so home working is by agreement. If you meet the above criteria and thrive in a challenging yet highly rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Emma Maffre by emailing Closing Date: 26 October 2025 Shortlisting Date: w/c 27 October 2025 Interview Date: w/c 3 Nov 2025 Test/Presentation: You will be expected to demonstrate your skills in this specialist field Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Executive Assistant £38,976 - £47,229 Permanent Full Time Wandsworth, Richmond & Hybrid Objective of role Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are looking for an experienced, highly talented and motivated Executive Assistant to support our Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive, working jointly for our two highly performing London councils. You'll work closely with the Head of the Chief Executive's Office, senior officers, and councillors across the council, and see first-hand how the organisation runs at the highest level. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work across two councils, as part providing professional administrative and operational support. You will manage highly sensitive information and a range of complex administrative and executive support tasks. This is a fast-paced environment, and the successful applicant will be joining the councils at an exciting time. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across two locations (Wandsworth Town Hall and Richmond Civic Centre), and due to the nature of the role maintain a high level of office visibility. About the role You will need to be an administrator who is innovative, resourceful, adaptable, enthusiastic, and able to demonstrate a strong commitment to executive administration. You will draw on your knowledge and experience to communicate effectively, demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, and maintain meticulous attention to detail. Your role will involve building relationships across the organisation at all levels and you will need to be proficient in Microsoft Office. Key Responsibilities: To provide inbox and diary management. To provide support to the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive across a wide range of administrative tasks. To serve as a primary point of contact to all stakeholders on matters pertaining to the office. Carry out all the duties with complete discretion and a high regard for confidentiality. Other responsibilities: Provide reports for the Chief Executive as required. To support and attend meetings, recording key actions and following up on behalf of the Chief Executive. Undertake any other appropriate duties as required to support the service. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Recent experience of working in an administrative/support role following and developing office procedures and managing paper and electronic records; experience of complex diary management. Strong focus on customer care, displaying tact, diplomacy and resilience when dealing with difficult situations and always projecting a confident and professional image. A good understanding of how local government works and the key issues / challenges facing local government. Ability to draft responses using principles of Plain English to complaints, letters, enquiries and requests without having to be instructed on every occasion, using common sense and initiative, thinking ahead ("horizon scan") and anticipating needs and potential problems from the signals given Ability to work both independently and flexibly with limited supervision and to engage well with others Closing Date: 5th October 2025. Shortlisting Date: W/C 6th October 2025. Interview Date: 14th 15th October 2025. For an informal conversation in relation to the role please contact the recrutiment team via We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This campaign is anonymised. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.