37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with the requirement of working one late shift per week, one shift at the weekend per month and be part of an out of hours 'on-call rota'. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Are you a person centred leader who thrives on empowering others and driving positive outcomes for young people? If so, we are searching for a motivational and resilient leader who thrives on developing others, championing best practice, and nurturing a collaborative and compassionate culture. You will bring a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach to both your team and the young people we support, ensuring everyone feels understood, safe, and empowered. If you are energised by leading teams, shaping services, and supporting staff to deliver exceptional, person-centred support - even in challenging moments - this could be the role for you. As Deputy Supported Housing Manager, you will play a central role in our Eastbourne and Hailsham services - supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25 who are at risk of homelessness. Our services operate 24/7 to provide a safe, stable home where young people can feel understood, encouraged and supported. You will be based at our Eastbourne Foyer, located in the heart of Eastbourne, where the service maintains strong connections with and contributes actively to the local community. The role also involves travel across Eastbourne and Hailsham to our other East Sussex sites. Across our East Sussex sites, we work with around 50 young people, each with their own story, strengths, challenges and ambitions. Support Workers hold individual caseloads and meet regularly with residents to build support plans, celebrate progress, and set meaningful goals for the future. Your leadership will help create the environment where this work thrives - one where young people feel empowered and staff feel confident and supported. What you will be doing As Deputy Supported Housing Manager, you will play a key role in the running, quality, and impact of our services. Working closely with the Supported Housing Manager, you will help lead a safe, supportive, and highperforming environment where young people can thrive. Service Provision You will support the Supported Housing Manager with the day to day delivery of the service, ensuring we meet all requirements set out in the service specification and remain fully compliant with Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted standards . Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the full referral, interview, and induction process for all bedspaces and ensuring that every resident understands their Occupancy Agreement and House Rules. Maintaining the quality, safety, and presentation of the accommodation by working closely with our Housing and Property Services team to coordinate estate inspections, health and safety risk assessments, repairs, and the timely turnaround of void rooms. Supporting effective income collection across the service, working with the Rents team to build and maintain a positive rentpayment culture among residents. Leadership and People Management You will directly linemanage members of the staff team, ensuring their practice, professionalism, and development reflect our high standards. You will: Provide coaching, guidance, and clear expectations to ensure staff feel confident, supported, and motivated in their work with young people. Create a team culture rooted in creativity, consistency, and best practice, ensuring staff are equipped to empower young people to reach their goals while maintaining appropriate and safe boundaries. Be responsible for creating and maintaining staff rotas to ensure adequate service coverage at all times. General Responsibilities: Participate in the management oncall rota, offering outofhours support to services across the wider locality. Embed Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs), TraumaInformed approaches, and restorative practices throughout your work, ensuring our support model is compassionate, reflective, and personcentred. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. You have experience line managing staff and building positive, supportive team cultures. You bring consistency, are well organised and approachable, and are confident in setting clear expectations. You enjoy motivating others, supporting staff development, and planning effective rotas to ensure highquality service delivery. You will bring experience working in supported housing or similar services, supporting young people and/or adults at risk, along with proven experience in managing or supervising a team. You will already have a solid understanding of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted frameworks, as well as a strong working knowledge of TraumaInformed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE). You will be an effective communicator with strong facilitation skills, able to navigate challenging situations with confidence, calmness, and a solutionfocused approach. You will also have experience overseeing safeguarding procedures within residential settings, ensuring safety, accountability, and robust decisionmaking. Just as importantly, you will understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, modelling best practice for the team and the young people we support. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. Please note applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we may invite strong candidates to interview before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children's and Adults' barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
37.5 hours per week / permanent / working Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with the requirement of working one late shift per week, one shift at the weekend per month and be part of an out of hours 'on-call rota'. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what's right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide us in all our actions. Are you a person centred leader who thrives on empowering others and driving positive outcomes for young people? If so, we are searching for a motivational and resilient leader who thrives on developing others, championing best practice, and nurturing a collaborative and compassionate culture. You will bring a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach to both your team and the young people we support, ensuring everyone feels understood, safe, and empowered. If you are energised by leading teams, shaping services, and supporting staff to deliver exceptional, person-centred support - even in challenging moments - this could be the role for you. As Deputy Supported Housing Manager, you will play a central role in our Eastbourne and Hailsham services - supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25 who are at risk of homelessness. Our services operate 24/7 to provide a safe, stable home where young people can feel understood, encouraged and supported. You will be based at our Eastbourne Foyer, located in the heart of Eastbourne, where the service maintains strong connections with and contributes actively to the local community. The role also involves travel across Eastbourne and Hailsham to our other East Sussex sites. Across our East Sussex sites, we work with around 50 young people, each with their own story, strengths, challenges and ambitions. Support Workers hold individual caseloads and meet regularly with residents to build support plans, celebrate progress, and set meaningful goals for the future. Your leadership will help create the environment where this work thrives - one where young people feel empowered and staff feel confident and supported. What you will be doing As Deputy Supported Housing Manager, you will play a key role in the running, quality, and impact of our services. Working closely with the Supported Housing Manager, you will help lead a safe, supportive, and highperforming environment where young people can thrive. Service Provision You will support the Supported Housing Manager with the day to day delivery of the service, ensuring we meet all requirements set out in the service specification and remain fully compliant with Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted standards . Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing the full referral, interview, and induction process for all bedspaces and ensuring that every resident understands their Occupancy Agreement and House Rules. Maintaining the quality, safety, and presentation of the accommodation by working closely with our Housing and Property Services team to coordinate estate inspections, health and safety risk assessments, repairs, and the timely turnaround of void rooms. Supporting effective income collection across the service, working with the Rents team to build and maintain a positive rentpayment culture among residents. Leadership and People Management You will directly linemanage members of the staff team, ensuring their practice, professionalism, and development reflect our high standards. You will: Provide coaching, guidance, and clear expectations to ensure staff feel confident, supported, and motivated in their work with young people. Create a team culture rooted in creativity, consistency, and best practice, ensuring staff are equipped to empower young people to reach their goals while maintaining appropriate and safe boundaries. Be responsible for creating and maintaining staff rotas to ensure adequate service coverage at all times. General Responsibilities: Participate in the management oncall rota, offering outofhours support to services across the wider locality. Embed Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs), TraumaInformed approaches, and restorative practices throughout your work, ensuring our support model is compassionate, reflective, and personcentred. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. You have experience line managing staff and building positive, supportive team cultures. You bring consistency, are well organised and approachable, and are confident in setting clear expectations. You enjoy motivating others, supporting staff development, and planning effective rotas to ensure highquality service delivery. You will bring experience working in supported housing or similar services, supporting young people and/or adults at risk, along with proven experience in managing or supervising a team. You will already have a solid understanding of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) and Ofsted frameworks, as well as a strong working knowledge of TraumaInformed Care and Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE). You will be an effective communicator with strong facilitation skills, able to navigate challenging situations with confidence, calmness, and a solutionfocused approach. You will also have experience overseeing safeguarding procedures within residential settings, ensuring safety, accountability, and robust decisionmaking. Just as importantly, you will understand the importance of maintaining professional boundaries, modelling best practice for the team and the young people we support. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Monday 4 May 2026 at midnight. Please note applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we may invite strong candidates to interview before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. We are not able to support a work permit or offer a visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children's and Adults' barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
Joining our Contact, Assessment and Resolution Team (CART) as a qualified and experienced Social Worker , you'll be innovative, person-centred, and committed to working in a strengths-based way. Our team is the first point of contact for people looking for advice and support from Adults' Health and Care, handling nearly 100,000 enquiries a year by telephone, online forms and web chat. In line with our Care Act (2014) duties, and using a strengths-based approach, we identify support networks, signpost people to alternative community resources, and consider needs that could be best met by Adults Services, including through the means of occupational therapy equipment and services. Whilst our team doesn't meet service users face-to-face, we do provide direct customer service and act as the 'front door' to our Adults' Health and Care services. What you'll be doing: Triaging incoming telephone and online referrals and identifying risk. Providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases. Providing signposting where appropriate, directing individuals to the relevant team or partner agency. Achieving performance targets on the number of calls and online referrals you complete, as well as the quality of your responses. Supporting with quality assurance oversight, encompassing the Quality Management System processes and training delivery for new starters. What we're looking for: Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE). Due to the needs of the team, we're unable to consider Newly Qualified Social Workers for this post. Understanding of complex safeguarding cases and knowledge of up-to-date safeguarding best practice. A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach to practice. Strong communication skills and ability to adapt your style to different audiences. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. Why join us? Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 pro-rata per annum. Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Joining our Contact, Assessment and Resolution Team (CART) as a qualified and experienced Social Worker , you'll be innovative, person-centred, and committed to working in a strengths-based way. Our team is the first point of contact for people looking for advice and support from Adults' Health and Care, handling nearly 100,000 enquiries a year by telephone, online forms and web chat. In line with our Care Act (2014) duties, and using a strengths-based approach, we identify support networks, signpost people to alternative community resources, and consider needs that could be best met by Adults Services, including through the means of occupational therapy equipment and services. Whilst our team doesn't meet service users face-to-face, we do provide direct customer service and act as the 'front door' to our Adults' Health and Care services. What you'll be doing: Triaging incoming telephone and online referrals and identifying risk. Providing supervision for Case Workers and Senior Case Workers and practice advice on complex cases. Providing signposting where appropriate, directing individuals to the relevant team or partner agency. Achieving performance targets on the number of calls and online referrals you complete, as well as the quality of your responses. Supporting with quality assurance oversight, encompassing the Quality Management System processes and training delivery for new starters. What we're looking for: Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE). Due to the needs of the team, we're unable to consider Newly Qualified Social Workers for this post. Understanding of complex safeguarding cases and knowledge of up-to-date safeguarding best practice. A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach to practice. Strong communication skills and ability to adapt your style to different audiences. Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect. Why join us? Excellent Practice Validation: Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 pro-rata per annum. Professional development: Continuous learning and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.
Can you make a real difference to the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, as well as a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you. Macklin Care Homes is excited to announce the opening of a new Mental Health Residential Facility at Our Lady's Care Home, Belfast. The facility will aim to provide mental health services including mental health assessment, treatment, and therapeutic work. As a result, we are actively recruiting a Senior Support Worker . The successful candidate will use their compassion and clinical experience to help deliver exceptional levels of resident care to individuals who have a variety of mental health conditions. This role is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the mental health field while working in a supportive and dynamic team. About The Role Key Responsibilities: Collaborate positively with residents who may present challenges. Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive, and resident-accessible care plans. Encourage and support residents in managing their medication effectively. Assist residents in building their skills and fostering independence. Help residents with daily living tasks, including personal care, shopping, and household responsibilities. Assist in scheduling and accompanying residents to medical and personal appointments. Maintain accurate manual and electronic documentation. Ensure adherence to house rules to maintain a safe and secure environment. Work effectively as part of a team and independently when required. Maintain open and positive communication with colleagues, residents, and visitors. Essential Criteria: Previous experience in a mental health environment with the necessary level of care. Familiarity with The Mental Health Order (1986) and its practical application. Understanding current approaches to mental health care and treatment. Desirable Criteria: Strong ability to manage challenging situations constructively. Dedication to fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment for residents. A proactive approach to promoting resident independence and well-being. Company benefits: At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package: Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values. A comprehensive paid induction programme. A wide variety of training is provided. Career development opportunities. Flexibility of shifts. Employee Assistance Programme. Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast. Health and well-being initiatives, including team-building initiatives. Free car parking and uniform Incentives for employee referrals T&Cs will apply . Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process. Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered. Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage. Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC. An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Required Criteria Minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Mental Health Unit/Facility. Empathetic, patient and compassionate in nature. Understanding of types of mental health illnesses and the level of care residents will require. Must be in good general medical health. Desired Criteria Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent). Current and/or previous experience in a Mental Health support role within a Care Home environment. Skills Needed About The Company Macklin Care Homes - Caring with Heart for Over 30 Years For over 30 years, Macklin Care Homes have been dedicated to providing exceptional care. We bring decades of experience, knowledge, and expertise to every individual we support. But we are not just another care home-we are family-first. Everyone who comes through our doors-residents, staff, relatives, and suppliers-is treated as part of one big caring community. We proudly operate six care homes across Northern Ireland: Arlington, Our Lady's, and Parkmanor Oaks - Belfast Milesian Manor - Magherafelt Ratheane - Coleraine Leabank - Ballycastle Our vision is to make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of people in our local communities. We strive to be the trusted care provider that families choose with confidence. Through dedication, passion, and commitment, we care with heart-creating an environment where people feel safe, loved, and respected. At Macklin Care Homes, we aim to be the preferred choice in the community-where families know their loved ones are in the best hands. Company Culture Make a Real Difference - Join Macklin Care Homes Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, we are always looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team-and in return, we will help bring out the very best in you. As part of our award-winning team, you will be valued for your contribution and supported with opportunities for career development, all within a friendly and rewarding working environment. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by their stories, their experiences, and the knowledge that our care truly makes a difference in their lives. Guided by a strong set of core values, we cultivate a culture of respect, dedication, and compassion. These values ensure that residents and their families remain at the centre of all our efforts. We are proud of the positive, caring culture we live by every day. If you are compassionate, committed, and care with heart, we would love to hear from you. Join us, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. For all recruitment-related enquiries, please contact our Recruitment Team at: Company Benefits A Family-Run Organisation That Cares with Heart As a family-run organisation, we live and breathe our core values: treating people really well, trust, dedication, and continuous development. When you join Macklin Care Homes, you don't just become part of a team-you become part of our family. Caring with heart is at the centre of everything we do, for both our residents and our team members. It's this commitment to compassion, respect, and support that makes our homes a truly special place to live and work. Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events Salary £15.04 per hour
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Can you make a real difference to the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, as well as a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you. Macklin Care Homes is excited to announce the opening of a new Mental Health Residential Facility at Our Lady's Care Home, Belfast. The facility will aim to provide mental health services including mental health assessment, treatment, and therapeutic work. As a result, we are actively recruiting a Senior Support Worker . The successful candidate will use their compassion and clinical experience to help deliver exceptional levels of resident care to individuals who have a variety of mental health conditions. This role is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the mental health field while working in a supportive and dynamic team. About The Role Key Responsibilities: Collaborate positively with residents who may present challenges. Develop and maintain clear, comprehensive, and resident-accessible care plans. Encourage and support residents in managing their medication effectively. Assist residents in building their skills and fostering independence. Help residents with daily living tasks, including personal care, shopping, and household responsibilities. Assist in scheduling and accompanying residents to medical and personal appointments. Maintain accurate manual and electronic documentation. Ensure adherence to house rules to maintain a safe and secure environment. Work effectively as part of a team and independently when required. Maintain open and positive communication with colleagues, residents, and visitors. Essential Criteria: Previous experience in a mental health environment with the necessary level of care. Familiarity with The Mental Health Order (1986) and its practical application. Understanding current approaches to mental health care and treatment. Desirable Criteria: Strong ability to manage challenging situations constructively. Dedication to fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment for residents. A proactive approach to promoting resident independence and well-being. Company benefits: At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package: Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values. A comprehensive paid induction programme. A wide variety of training is provided. Career development opportunities. Flexibility of shifts. Employee Assistance Programme. Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast. Health and well-being initiatives, including team-building initiatives. Free car parking and uniform Incentives for employee referrals T&Cs will apply . Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process. Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered. Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage. Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC. An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Required Criteria Minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Mental Health Unit/Facility. Empathetic, patient and compassionate in nature. Understanding of types of mental health illnesses and the level of care residents will require. Must be in good general medical health. Desired Criteria Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent). Current and/or previous experience in a Mental Health support role within a Care Home environment. Skills Needed About The Company Macklin Care Homes - Caring with Heart for Over 30 Years For over 30 years, Macklin Care Homes have been dedicated to providing exceptional care. We bring decades of experience, knowledge, and expertise to every individual we support. But we are not just another care home-we are family-first. Everyone who comes through our doors-residents, staff, relatives, and suppliers-is treated as part of one big caring community. We proudly operate six care homes across Northern Ireland: Arlington, Our Lady's, and Parkmanor Oaks - Belfast Milesian Manor - Magherafelt Ratheane - Coleraine Leabank - Ballycastle Our vision is to make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of people in our local communities. We strive to be the trusted care provider that families choose with confidence. Through dedication, passion, and commitment, we care with heart-creating an environment where people feel safe, loved, and respected. At Macklin Care Homes, we aim to be the preferred choice in the community-where families know their loved ones are in the best hands. Company Culture Make a Real Difference - Join Macklin Care Homes Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, we are always looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team-and in return, we will help bring out the very best in you. As part of our award-winning team, you will be valued for your contribution and supported with opportunities for career development, all within a friendly and rewarding working environment. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by their stories, their experiences, and the knowledge that our care truly makes a difference in their lives. Guided by a strong set of core values, we cultivate a culture of respect, dedication, and compassion. These values ensure that residents and their families remain at the centre of all our efforts. We are proud of the positive, caring culture we live by every day. If you are compassionate, committed, and care with heart, we would love to hear from you. Join us, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference. For all recruitment-related enquiries, please contact our Recruitment Team at: Company Benefits A Family-Run Organisation That Cares with Heart As a family-run organisation, we live and breathe our core values: treating people really well, trust, dedication, and continuous development. When you join Macklin Care Homes, you don't just become part of a team-you become part of our family. Caring with heart is at the centre of everything we do, for both our residents and our team members. It's this commitment to compassion, respect, and support that makes our homes a truly special place to live and work. Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee Assistance Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events Salary £15.04 per hour
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (with occasional Saturday working as overtime) LOCATION: Brunel Lock, Bristol Vault Officer About Bristol Waste Company What we do is important - we're here to keep Bristol, and beyond, clean, and safe. We do this for our city's residents, workers, visitors, and businesses. Our work helps deliver Bristol's sustainability targets in partnership with the council. Bristol Waste's commercial operation, where we serve businesses and organisations across the region, is also growing. Our ambition is to provide good quality, value for money services, and we continue to deliver a social value impact worth more than £30 million every year. We want people who share our values and want to work with us to drive our business forward. Purpose of the role To perform various functions, which primarily involves vault operations officers, ensuring the effective operational delivery of high standard. Key Responsibilities Ensure service levels delivered and adhered to our contract terms and client SLA's Continually assess staff performance and train in accordance with company policies Carry out planned site visits as directed by the ISM To direct staff and monitor performance on a regular basis through implementing an effective performance review process and managing any staff performance or conduct issues To be responsible for the recruitment, retention and rostering of all contract personnel, ensuring that an effective recruitment strategy is in place to ensure your operation is adequately manned at all times All administration duties for the Vault Operations Take responsibility for the correct payment of all staff in your remit, ensuring full compliance on time and attendance systems Effectively manage assets and materials to ensure they meet service delivery needs To complete monthly audits across your area to ensure contract and legal compliance, and that any non-compliance is rectified and reported To promote a secure and safe working environment at each site by carrying out regular risk assessments and security reviews Communicate Health and Safety (H&S) processes and policies to your staff and ensure they remain adequately trained including contract specific training Prepare and deliver timely and accurate reports to ISM Any other tasks as requested by your ISM Constantly review operation efficiencies Essential Requirements for the Role Ability to gain a DBS certificate Strong team management and people development skills, with a focus on accountability and performance. Experience in implementing and utilising operational and IT systems (e.g., Namsy Scheduler or similar). Understanding of audit and compliance requirements in a secure cash environment.(Desired not essential, as training will be provided) Proactive mindset of identifying and implementing efficiency improvements. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Full Job Description can be provided upon request. To be a successful member of our security team, you will need to pass full Vero screening. This involves the requirement of various documents and checks. Please see below an indication of what is needed: Documents: SIA Licence Proof of Address Passport and Driving Licence (If Applicable) Recent bank statement You will require internet access and an email address to access the portal. Once logged in: You will need to provide 5-10 years address history and employment history including contact details and dates of employment. You will need to declare any criminal record history you have and any previous names you've held. You will need to complete a fitness declaration and questionnaire A credit check is completed so you will need to declare any adverse credit and be aware that if you do have an issue, it will be flagged. A global sanctions check is also completed Annual leave package of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays. Employer contribution of 5% into the company pension scheme. Support for Mental Health, including a BUPA Employee Assistance Programme that provides support covering Mental Health, Financial and Family related topics. We also have Mental Health First Aiders across the business. Support for your Physical Health with our BUPA Health Cash Plan (we cover the cost of coverage for you), Cycle to Work scheme and an onsite Physiotherapist. All are free for our colleagues. Because we value our colleagues, we want to recruit more employees just like them, which is why we have our employee referral scheme. Dedicated learning and development team. We take pride in developing our colleagues and some examples of this include our In-House Driver Development Programme and internal promotions. Many of our Senior Leadership Team have developed from Operational roles, such as one of our Contract Managers who started as a Street Cleanser. Employee recognition 'Stand Out Award' and long service awards. To celebrate our colleagues wherever they are on their journey with us, we recognise and celebrate talent. We recognise that everyone is different and strive to create an environment that supports all colleagues through flexible working. We have introduced a hybrid working model where possible and actively encourage part-time working, job sharing and flexibility on hours. If this interests, you please do get in touch, and we can start a conversation. All colleagues receive free access to our Reward Gateway discount scheme, helping you make your money go further with savings at over 900 retailers. It's one of the ways we support smart spending and everyday wellbeing. Everyone belongs At Bristol Waste everyone belongs - we are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We give fair and equal consideration to all applications. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. Important note on applying Please apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. Sometimes we close vacancies early if we receive a high number of quality applications. Due to the high volume of interest, we won't be able to receive late applications and we are currently unable to respond to all who apply. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, it unfortunately means you won't be invited to interview on this occasion. Contact us Thank you for your interest in joining Bristol Waste Company.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday (with occasional Saturday working as overtime) LOCATION: Brunel Lock, Bristol Vault Officer About Bristol Waste Company What we do is important - we're here to keep Bristol, and beyond, clean, and safe. We do this for our city's residents, workers, visitors, and businesses. Our work helps deliver Bristol's sustainability targets in partnership with the council. Bristol Waste's commercial operation, where we serve businesses and organisations across the region, is also growing. Our ambition is to provide good quality, value for money services, and we continue to deliver a social value impact worth more than £30 million every year. We want people who share our values and want to work with us to drive our business forward. Purpose of the role To perform various functions, which primarily involves vault operations officers, ensuring the effective operational delivery of high standard. Key Responsibilities Ensure service levels delivered and adhered to our contract terms and client SLA's Continually assess staff performance and train in accordance with company policies Carry out planned site visits as directed by the ISM To direct staff and monitor performance on a regular basis through implementing an effective performance review process and managing any staff performance or conduct issues To be responsible for the recruitment, retention and rostering of all contract personnel, ensuring that an effective recruitment strategy is in place to ensure your operation is adequately manned at all times All administration duties for the Vault Operations Take responsibility for the correct payment of all staff in your remit, ensuring full compliance on time and attendance systems Effectively manage assets and materials to ensure they meet service delivery needs To complete monthly audits across your area to ensure contract and legal compliance, and that any non-compliance is rectified and reported To promote a secure and safe working environment at each site by carrying out regular risk assessments and security reviews Communicate Health and Safety (H&S) processes and policies to your staff and ensure they remain adequately trained including contract specific training Prepare and deliver timely and accurate reports to ISM Any other tasks as requested by your ISM Constantly review operation efficiencies Essential Requirements for the Role Ability to gain a DBS certificate Strong team management and people development skills, with a focus on accountability and performance. Experience in implementing and utilising operational and IT systems (e.g., Namsy Scheduler or similar). Understanding of audit and compliance requirements in a secure cash environment.(Desired not essential, as training will be provided) Proactive mindset of identifying and implementing efficiency improvements. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Full Job Description can be provided upon request. To be a successful member of our security team, you will need to pass full Vero screening. This involves the requirement of various documents and checks. Please see below an indication of what is needed: Documents: SIA Licence Proof of Address Passport and Driving Licence (If Applicable) Recent bank statement You will require internet access and an email address to access the portal. Once logged in: You will need to provide 5-10 years address history and employment history including contact details and dates of employment. You will need to declare any criminal record history you have and any previous names you've held. You will need to complete a fitness declaration and questionnaire A credit check is completed so you will need to declare any adverse credit and be aware that if you do have an issue, it will be flagged. A global sanctions check is also completed Annual leave package of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays. Employer contribution of 5% into the company pension scheme. Support for Mental Health, including a BUPA Employee Assistance Programme that provides support covering Mental Health, Financial and Family related topics. We also have Mental Health First Aiders across the business. Support for your Physical Health with our BUPA Health Cash Plan (we cover the cost of coverage for you), Cycle to Work scheme and an onsite Physiotherapist. All are free for our colleagues. Because we value our colleagues, we want to recruit more employees just like them, which is why we have our employee referral scheme. Dedicated learning and development team. We take pride in developing our colleagues and some examples of this include our In-House Driver Development Programme and internal promotions. Many of our Senior Leadership Team have developed from Operational roles, such as one of our Contract Managers who started as a Street Cleanser. Employee recognition 'Stand Out Award' and long service awards. To celebrate our colleagues wherever they are on their journey with us, we recognise and celebrate talent. We recognise that everyone is different and strive to create an environment that supports all colleagues through flexible working. We have introduced a hybrid working model where possible and actively encourage part-time working, job sharing and flexibility on hours. If this interests, you please do get in touch, and we can start a conversation. All colleagues receive free access to our Reward Gateway discount scheme, helping you make your money go further with savings at over 900 retailers. It's one of the ways we support smart spending and everyday wellbeing. Everyone belongs At Bristol Waste everyone belongs - we are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We give fair and equal consideration to all applications. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. Important note on applying Please apply as soon as possible and before 23:59 on the closing date. Sometimes we close vacancies early if we receive a high number of quality applications. Due to the high volume of interest, we won't be able to receive late applications and we are currently unable to respond to all who apply. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, it unfortunately means you won't be invited to interview on this occasion. Contact us Thank you for your interest in joining Bristol Waste Company.
Southwark, London (including some travel around London Boroughs) Are you a proactive, compassionate and collaborative individual with a proven track record of working and engaging positively with young people involved in, or at risk of, serious youth violence and exploitation? Do you have substantial experience of providing support, advice and advocacy and communicating effectively, the needs of clients to other professionals? If so, join St Giles as a Southwark Children & Young People Caseworker , where you will use your professional skills, cultural competency, and lived experience to provide both face-to-face and virtual/remote one-to-one case working to young people at risk, or on the periphery, of gangs and serious youth violence. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. Southwark MyEnds ST Giles Trust have been delivering interventions to high-risk young people in the borough through the Community Harm & Exploitation Operation Group since 2012. Through the VRU My Ends Consortium, SGT will work in partnership with consortium partners lead by Active Communities Network, to support vulnerable Southwark Young people to address concerns around group offending and related violence. About this key role Holding a caseload of up to 12 clients at any one time, our successful candidate will provide a client-led holistic support service that responds to individual s needs, including supporting with housing, finances, benefits work and debt advice, parenting, health, ETE and criminal justice, and appearing in court. We will rely on you to complete initial needs assessments with clients and to support them to develop individual support and risk management plans and regularly review them to assess progress. You will be expected to promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and to develop and maintain strong relationships with partner agencies, while ensuring you close cases efficiently and positively, identifying a referral route for young people that will identify agencies that can be used for ongoing support is also a key aspect of the role. What we are looking for Proven record of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs or are reluctant to discuss their needs Strong experience in working as part of a multi-agency team Experience of using support plans and of calculating risk and implementing safety procedures for vulnerable clients To have a relevant qualification to a good standard or be working towards one Sound understanding of issues facing this client group Excellent interpersonal, prioritisation and communication skills, verbal and written. Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy Closing date : 9 am on May 5, 2026. Interview Date: WC May 11, 2026.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Southwark, London (including some travel around London Boroughs) Are you a proactive, compassionate and collaborative individual with a proven track record of working and engaging positively with young people involved in, or at risk of, serious youth violence and exploitation? Do you have substantial experience of providing support, advice and advocacy and communicating effectively, the needs of clients to other professionals? If so, join St Giles as a Southwark Children & Young People Caseworker , where you will use your professional skills, cultural competency, and lived experience to provide both face-to-face and virtual/remote one-to-one case working to young people at risk, or on the periphery, of gangs and serious youth violence. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. Southwark MyEnds ST Giles Trust have been delivering interventions to high-risk young people in the borough through the Community Harm & Exploitation Operation Group since 2012. Through the VRU My Ends Consortium, SGT will work in partnership with consortium partners lead by Active Communities Network, to support vulnerable Southwark Young people to address concerns around group offending and related violence. About this key role Holding a caseload of up to 12 clients at any one time, our successful candidate will provide a client-led holistic support service that responds to individual s needs, including supporting with housing, finances, benefits work and debt advice, parenting, health, ETE and criminal justice, and appearing in court. We will rely on you to complete initial needs assessments with clients and to support them to develop individual support and risk management plans and regularly review them to assess progress. You will be expected to promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and to develop and maintain strong relationships with partner agencies, while ensuring you close cases efficiently and positively, identifying a referral route for young people that will identify agencies that can be used for ongoing support is also a key aspect of the role. What we are looking for Proven record of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs or are reluctant to discuss their needs Strong experience in working as part of a multi-agency team Experience of using support plans and of calculating risk and implementing safety procedures for vulnerable clients To have a relevant qualification to a good standard or be working towards one Sound understanding of issues facing this client group Excellent interpersonal, prioritisation and communication skills, verbal and written. Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy Closing date : 9 am on May 5, 2026. Interview Date: WC May 11, 2026.
Homeless Intervention Caseworker Housing Chicksands, Bedford Contract £30 per hour PAYE or £39.27 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for Homeless Intervention Caseworker - Housing Officer will be expected to attend the office as per business requirement. Usually 2 days per week. The role of Homeless Intervention Officer is a statutory role specifically focused on intervening early, preventing homelessness and managing our crisis response aims of alleviating homelessness where this has occurred. Working directly with those affected by homelessness by: - Triaging new approaches and providing quality advice to delay or stop homelessness in its tracks to all groups of customers including vulnerable customers who are in priority need, undertakes assessments to understand the council's duty - Undertakes all necessary enquiries and prevention activity via Personal housing Plans - Makes and checks statutory homeless decisions which are subject to legal challenge - Work closely with internal and external partners and agencies to resolve homelessness - Assesses who requires Transitional Accommodation - They ensure that the council meets the requirements of Part 7, Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act. - Considering Safeguarding issues and referrals, especially concerning children, older people and those claiming homelessness due to domestic abuse. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Conducting full assessment of all eligible applicants who present as homeless or threatened with homelessness and issue notification letters in accordance with the legislation. Work collaboratively with applicants to draw up an agreed personalised housing plans and continually review the plan by updating the advice and support provided to the applicants. Assist in delivering a comprehensive and proactive homelessness prevention and advice service. Liaising with friends and family, landlords, letting agents, General Practitioners, Health Care workers, internal and external partners in the process of preventing or relieving homelessness and determining duties owed to applicants. Taking all reasonable steps to relieve homelessness irrespective of priority need. Conducting assessment interviews at Council offices and making home visits to homeless applicants. Apply and implement homelessness laws and the code of guidance, including the Housing Act1996, the Homelessness Act 2002, the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and other relevant guidance and legislation whilst carrying out assessments of applicants housing and support needs. Explain the full range of housing solutions available to customers to help prevent or relieve homelessness as well as mediate to help resolve potentially homeless cases irrespective of tenure (excluding fear of violence). Ensure full and accurate recordings of client s details, all advice and support provided and maintain accurate written and computer records, reports and other monitoring information as required, in connection with the various duties and case management and in line with relevant policies and procedures. To manage client s expectations advising as to potential housing solutions including private rented and hostel accommodation and as to the lower supply of social housing compared to demand. To undertake a holistic assessment of current housing issues and seek out appropriate solutions where possible at an early stage to prevent homelessness and where possible prevent the use of interim accommodation by preventing homelessness. You may need to make referrals to the Mental Health or other relevant professional panels and to attend or participate in case conferences as requested. To keep up to date with relevant case law particularly in respect of the tests of vulnerability and priority need and with reference to responsibilities under the Equality Act and Care Acts. To identify and refer cases to the homeless outreach workers / services, e.g. those with a history of rough sleeping or complex needs where resettlement is needed to enable rehousing by social or other housing providers. You will be working closely with the temporary accommodation team to support the client with rehoming to permanent accommodation. You will provide information to clients on the operation of the Council s Housing Register, advice on a household s position on the register, extending areas of choice and prospects of assistance with housing and update systems as necessary. You will be required to complete assessments on suitable accommodation for applicants for temporary or long-term accommodation to end the homeless duty. This role is likely to be two days in the office per week, candidates must be able to attend CBC office locations when requested. There will be a requirement to attend team meetings as and when required. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
Homeless Intervention Caseworker Housing Chicksands, Bedford Contract £30 per hour PAYE or £39.27 per hour limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35 Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for Homeless Intervention Caseworker - Housing Officer will be expected to attend the office as per business requirement. Usually 2 days per week. The role of Homeless Intervention Officer is a statutory role specifically focused on intervening early, preventing homelessness and managing our crisis response aims of alleviating homelessness where this has occurred. Working directly with those affected by homelessness by: - Triaging new approaches and providing quality advice to delay or stop homelessness in its tracks to all groups of customers including vulnerable customers who are in priority need, undertakes assessments to understand the council's duty - Undertakes all necessary enquiries and prevention activity via Personal housing Plans - Makes and checks statutory homeless decisions which are subject to legal challenge - Work closely with internal and external partners and agencies to resolve homelessness - Assesses who requires Transitional Accommodation - They ensure that the council meets the requirements of Part 7, Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act. - Considering Safeguarding issues and referrals, especially concerning children, older people and those claiming homelessness due to domestic abuse. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Conducting full assessment of all eligible applicants who present as homeless or threatened with homelessness and issue notification letters in accordance with the legislation. Work collaboratively with applicants to draw up an agreed personalised housing plans and continually review the plan by updating the advice and support provided to the applicants. Assist in delivering a comprehensive and proactive homelessness prevention and advice service. Liaising with friends and family, landlords, letting agents, General Practitioners, Health Care workers, internal and external partners in the process of preventing or relieving homelessness and determining duties owed to applicants. Taking all reasonable steps to relieve homelessness irrespective of priority need. Conducting assessment interviews at Council offices and making home visits to homeless applicants. Apply and implement homelessness laws and the code of guidance, including the Housing Act1996, the Homelessness Act 2002, the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and other relevant guidance and legislation whilst carrying out assessments of applicants housing and support needs. Explain the full range of housing solutions available to customers to help prevent or relieve homelessness as well as mediate to help resolve potentially homeless cases irrespective of tenure (excluding fear of violence). Ensure full and accurate recordings of client s details, all advice and support provided and maintain accurate written and computer records, reports and other monitoring information as required, in connection with the various duties and case management and in line with relevant policies and procedures. To manage client s expectations advising as to potential housing solutions including private rented and hostel accommodation and as to the lower supply of social housing compared to demand. To undertake a holistic assessment of current housing issues and seek out appropriate solutions where possible at an early stage to prevent homelessness and where possible prevent the use of interim accommodation by preventing homelessness. You may need to make referrals to the Mental Health or other relevant professional panels and to attend or participate in case conferences as requested. To keep up to date with relevant case law particularly in respect of the tests of vulnerability and priority need and with reference to responsibilities under the Equality Act and Care Acts. To identify and refer cases to the homeless outreach workers / services, e.g. those with a history of rough sleeping or complex needs where resettlement is needed to enable rehousing by social or other housing providers. You will be working closely with the temporary accommodation team to support the client with rehoming to permanent accommodation. You will provide information to clients on the operation of the Council s Housing Register, advice on a household s position on the register, extending areas of choice and prospects of assistance with housing and update systems as necessary. You will be required to complete assessments on suitable accommodation for applicants for temporary or long-term accommodation to end the homeless duty. This role is likely to be two days in the office per week, candidates must be able to attend CBC office locations when requested. There will be a requirement to attend team meetings as and when required. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Team Leader to join our dedicated team of staff at our Salford Physical Disabilities Service. As a Team Leader, you will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager ensuring the effective delivery and daily operational management of our service. You will be responsible for leading a team of staff, providing supervision, coaching, performance management, and support to the staff team. You will ensure the provision of person-centered support that enables customers to maintain their independence, enhance their wellbeing, and enjoy opportunities for personal development. Your role includes overseeing the deployment of staff to meet individual needs and preferences within available resources, identifying training needs (both mandatory and service-specific), and maintaining accurate records. You will respond to referrals, undertake initial assessments of need, and ensure all service users have co-produced support plans and designated Key Workers. Establishing clear goals and pathways towards greater independence for service users, you will organize regular person-centered reviews, putting each person's views and journey at the heart of planning and decision-making. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies, you will provide holistic, wrap-around support. You will maintain high standards of environmental safety and quality, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Facilitating service user engagement, involvement, and peer support, you will support with ensuring robust quality monitoring methods. You will provide exceptional customer care, proactively communicate with stakeholders about risk management and the welfare of the people we support. Your strong ethical duty of care and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals will be at the core of your work. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss it further, please contact Lea Kerrigan, Registered Manager on or Marie Walsh, Deputy Manager on . Vacancy Reference Number: 85613 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Team Leader to join our dedicated team of staff at our Salford Physical Disabilities Service. As a Team Leader, you will work closely with the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager ensuring the effective delivery and daily operational management of our service. You will be responsible for leading a team of staff, providing supervision, coaching, performance management, and support to the staff team. You will ensure the provision of person-centered support that enables customers to maintain their independence, enhance their wellbeing, and enjoy opportunities for personal development. Your role includes overseeing the deployment of staff to meet individual needs and preferences within available resources, identifying training needs (both mandatory and service-specific), and maintaining accurate records. You will respond to referrals, undertake initial assessments of need, and ensure all service users have co-produced support plans and designated Key Workers. Establishing clear goals and pathways towards greater independence for service users, you will organize regular person-centered reviews, putting each person's views and journey at the heart of planning and decision-making. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies, you will provide holistic, wrap-around support. You will maintain high standards of environmental safety and quality, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Facilitating service user engagement, involvement, and peer support, you will support with ensuring robust quality monitoring methods. You will provide exceptional customer care, proactively communicate with stakeholders about risk management and the welfare of the people we support. Your strong ethical duty of care and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals will be at the core of your work. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss it further, please contact Lea Kerrigan, Registered Manager on or Marie Walsh, Deputy Manager on . Vacancy Reference Number: 85613 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
Support & Integration Officer Coventry The Organisation Our client is a social enterprise with a clear vision, dedicated to empowering refugees and migrants in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives. They bring together a diverse team of strategists and researchers, driven by their own lived experiences, to provide tailored integration services. Our client's mission goes beyond individual support; they actively challenge and disrupt the systems that perpetuate inequalities in society. They are now looking for a Support and Integration Officer to join them in Coventry on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Our Client's Commitment to You - Salary of £26,521 per annum - 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays - Pension - Flexible working - Employee Recognition Programme - Training and development opportunities - Employee Assistance Programme - Social gatherings and staff retreats - A fully stocked staffroom! This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with experience of working with asylum seekers or refugees and providing advice and guidance, advocacy and culturally sensitive support to join a purpose-driven organisation and make a genuine difference in people's lives. You will have the chance to support individuals to navigate life in the UK and achieve their personal goals, whilst developing your own career and driving towards your professional ambitions. What's more, you'll discover a supportive and collaborative environment where you will be enabled to further your portfolio of experience across a wide range of support areas and enhance your skills in case management, advocacy and integration services. What You'll Be Doing As a Support & Integration Officer, you will work with refugees to enable their successful resettlement and integration within UK-based communities. Specifically, you will provide tailored support, advice and guidance to a designated caseload, completing assessments, developing personalised support plans and providing ongoing support across a range of areas, including housing, employment, health and education. You'll offer practical, informed guidance on housing, finance, education, health, and immigration, as well as providing support with budgeting, registering with care providers, and creating social networks. Offering advocacy support, you will also advise on volunteering, training, and employment opportunities. Additionally, you will: - Make referrals to relevant departments and partner agencies - Maintain accurate case records and files to a high standard - Participate fully in team meetings, training, supervision, and other staff activities - Organise house meetings and carry out property and community visits What Our Client Is Looking For To be considered as a Support & Integration Officer, you will need: - Experience of working with asylum seekers or refugees in a voluntary or paid capacity - Experience of providing advice and guidance, advocacy and culturally sensitive support - Experience of creating support plans, completing needs assessments - Experience and knowledge of working with people with complex/multiple support needs - Experience and capability to support refugees in the UK - An understanding of the importance of safeguarding, in relation to working with vulnerable adults Due to the nature of this post, an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for successful applicants, but only with their prior consent. The closing date for this role is 31st March 2026. Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Refugee Support Worker, Refugee Support Officer, Integration Officer, Integration Support Officer, Housing and Employment Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Caseworker, Resettlement Officer, or Community Support Officer. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're ready to support refugees in building independent and fulfilling lives as a Support & Integration Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Support & Integration Officer Coventry The Organisation Our client is a social enterprise with a clear vision, dedicated to empowering refugees and migrants in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives. They bring together a diverse team of strategists and researchers, driven by their own lived experiences, to provide tailored integration services. Our client's mission goes beyond individual support; they actively challenge and disrupt the systems that perpetuate inequalities in society. They are now looking for a Support and Integration Officer to join them in Coventry on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Our Client's Commitment to You - Salary of £26,521 per annum - 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays - Pension - Flexible working - Employee Recognition Programme - Training and development opportunities - Employee Assistance Programme - Social gatherings and staff retreats - A fully stocked staffroom! This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with experience of working with asylum seekers or refugees and providing advice and guidance, advocacy and culturally sensitive support to join a purpose-driven organisation and make a genuine difference in people's lives. You will have the chance to support individuals to navigate life in the UK and achieve their personal goals, whilst developing your own career and driving towards your professional ambitions. What's more, you'll discover a supportive and collaborative environment where you will be enabled to further your portfolio of experience across a wide range of support areas and enhance your skills in case management, advocacy and integration services. What You'll Be Doing As a Support & Integration Officer, you will work with refugees to enable their successful resettlement and integration within UK-based communities. Specifically, you will provide tailored support, advice and guidance to a designated caseload, completing assessments, developing personalised support plans and providing ongoing support across a range of areas, including housing, employment, health and education. You'll offer practical, informed guidance on housing, finance, education, health, and immigration, as well as providing support with budgeting, registering with care providers, and creating social networks. Offering advocacy support, you will also advise on volunteering, training, and employment opportunities. Additionally, you will: - Make referrals to relevant departments and partner agencies - Maintain accurate case records and files to a high standard - Participate fully in team meetings, training, supervision, and other staff activities - Organise house meetings and carry out property and community visits What Our Client Is Looking For To be considered as a Support & Integration Officer, you will need: - Experience of working with asylum seekers or refugees in a voluntary or paid capacity - Experience of providing advice and guidance, advocacy and culturally sensitive support - Experience of creating support plans, completing needs assessments - Experience and knowledge of working with people with complex/multiple support needs - Experience and capability to support refugees in the UK - An understanding of the importance of safeguarding, in relation to working with vulnerable adults Due to the nature of this post, an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for successful applicants, but only with their prior consent. The closing date for this role is 31st March 2026. Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Refugee Support Worker, Refugee Support Officer, Integration Officer, Integration Support Officer, Housing and Employment Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Caseworker, Resettlement Officer, or Community Support Officer. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're ready to support refugees in building independent and fulfilling lives as a Support & Integration Officer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
This North London Authority are looking for a Qualified Children's Social Worker. Details of the role are: To carry out statutory duties and hold a varied caseload in 0-25 DCYPS. Caseload is a mix of child and family assessment; child in need work; child protection work; looked after children's work; court work and transition work to adult social care. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.
Apr 19, 2026
Seasonal
This North London Authority are looking for a Qualified Children's Social Worker. Details of the role are: To carry out statutory duties and hold a varied caseload in 0-25 DCYPS. Caseload is a mix of child and family assessment; child in need work; child protection work; looked after children's work; court work and transition work to adult social care. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.
Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth 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 service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that 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. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team Undertaking 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 safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays) Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations A full UK driving licence For more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on (phone number removed) or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. 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. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Apr 19, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth 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 service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that 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. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team Undertaking 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 safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays) Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations A full UK driving licence For more information about this post, please contact Caroline Ellis, Registered Manager, on (phone number removed) or Ray Kalaker, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. 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. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Assessments Loyalty Bonus Flexibility Encouraged No Micro-Management Long Standing staff £100 weekly expenses Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in the South West seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, potentially 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support. Your role will focus on: Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing, with a focus on the unique vulnerabilities of children You will manage a realistic caseload, with the support of a knowledgeable and compassionate management team, allowing you to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference to children and their families. Full Benefits of the Role: Long-Term Contracts: Secure 6-month rolling contracts for stability. Hybrid Working: Only 1-2 days required in the office. Competitive Pay: Earn up to £42 per hour. Loyalty Bonus: Additional rewards available-contact us for details. Immediate starts are available, but the council is happy to wait up to 1 month for the ideal candidate. With our strong relationship with the council, we'll provide dedicated support throughout your placement to ensure a smooth experience. Requirements: A Social Work qualification and full Social Work England If you're interested in this opportunity or want to explore how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan at or email today!
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Assessments Loyalty Bonus Flexibility Encouraged No Micro-Management Long Standing staff £100 weekly expenses Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in the South West seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, potentially 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support. Your role will focus on: Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing, with a focus on the unique vulnerabilities of children You will manage a realistic caseload, with the support of a knowledgeable and compassionate management team, allowing you to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference to children and their families. Full Benefits of the Role: Long-Term Contracts: Secure 6-month rolling contracts for stability. Hybrid Working: Only 1-2 days required in the office. Competitive Pay: Earn up to £42 per hour. Loyalty Bonus: Additional rewards available-contact us for details. Immediate starts are available, but the council is happy to wait up to 1 month for the ideal candidate. With our strong relationship with the council, we'll provide dedicated support throughout your placement to ensure a smooth experience. Requirements: A Social Work qualification and full Social Work England If you're interested in this opportunity or want to explore how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan at or email today!
Children's Social Work, Youth Justice Officer, Walsall Pay rate to £33.30 per hour Contract role, Youth Justice Service Pertemps are recruiting for experienced Youth Justice Officer in the West Midlands. You will need to have a Qualification and work experience within Probation, Criminology, Youth Justice or Social Work and experience of all of the below: Full case management responsibilities in a youth justice team: Assessments (ASSET+ and Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool PDAT) Plans Interventions to reduce offending Pre-Sentence Report writing Referral Order Report writing Court work Duty Attendance and joint decision-making panel and referral order panel There is plenty of hybrid working available. Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn't the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children's Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager
Apr 18, 2026
Contractor
Children's Social Work, Youth Justice Officer, Walsall Pay rate to £33.30 per hour Contract role, Youth Justice Service Pertemps are recruiting for experienced Youth Justice Officer in the West Midlands. You will need to have a Qualification and work experience within Probation, Criminology, Youth Justice or Social Work and experience of all of the below: Full case management responsibilities in a youth justice team: Assessments (ASSET+ and Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool PDAT) Plans Interventions to reduce offending Pre-Sentence Report writing Referral Order Report writing Court work Duty Attendance and joint decision-making panel and referral order panel There is plenty of hybrid working available. Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn't the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children's Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager
Condensed Hours if needed Low Caseload Flexibility Encouraged - 2 days a week in county No Micro-Management Long Standing staff Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in North Wales seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support. Your role will focus on: Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing, with a focus on the unique vulnerabilities of children You will manage a realistic caseload, with the support of a knowledgeable and compassionate management team, allowing you to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference to children and their families. Full Benefits of the Role: Long-Term Contracts: Secure 6-month rolling contracts for stability. Hybrid Working: Only 1-2 days required in the office. Competitive Pay: Earn up to £38.43 per hour. Loyalty Bonus: Additional rewards available-contact us for details. Immediate starts are available, but the council is happy to wait up to 1 month for the ideal candidate. With our strong relationship with the council, we'll provide dedicated support throughout your placement to ensure a smooth experience. Requirements: A Social Work qualification and full Social Care Wales If you're interested in this opportunity or want to explore how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan at or email today!
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Condensed Hours if needed Low Caseload Flexibility Encouraged - 2 days a week in county No Micro-Management Long Standing staff Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in North Wales seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support. Your role will focus on: Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing, with a focus on the unique vulnerabilities of children You will manage a realistic caseload, with the support of a knowledgeable and compassionate management team, allowing you to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference to children and their families. Full Benefits of the Role: Long-Term Contracts: Secure 6-month rolling contracts for stability. Hybrid Working: Only 1-2 days required in the office. Competitive Pay: Earn up to £38.43 per hour. Loyalty Bonus: Additional rewards available-contact us for details. Immediate starts are available, but the council is happy to wait up to 1 month for the ideal candidate. With our strong relationship with the council, we'll provide dedicated support throughout your placement to ensure a smooth experience. Requirements: A Social Work qualification and full Social Care Wales If you're interested in this opportunity or want to explore how Leaders in Care can support you, contact Nathan at or email today!
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £40.50 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Qualified Social Worker with DipSW / BA / MA Social Work registered with Social Work England or qualified Mental Health Nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with Bsc / PGDip / MSc in Mental Health Nursing. Impact of trauma and impact of adverse childhood experiences. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Allocating duty work and providing professional support to Assistant Practitioners on duty Managing a range of urgent and complex work, including: Protection of Property duties Crisis assessments Commissioning urgent packages of care Initial management of safeguarding referral contacts Supporting the ongoing Test and Learn pilot with our mental health care provider Holding a small caseload of complex cases and leading on specialist areas of practice THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (CSS or CQSW accepted) Registered with Social Work England or HCPC (as appropriate) Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience within health or social care Strong knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation Experience of working with complex cases, safeguarding, risk assessment and crisis situations Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Apr 17, 2026
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £40.50 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Qualified Social Worker with DipSW / BA / MA Social Work registered with Social Work England or qualified Mental Health Nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with Bsc / PGDip / MSc in Mental Health Nursing. Impact of trauma and impact of adverse childhood experiences. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Allocating duty work and providing professional support to Assistant Practitioners on duty Managing a range of urgent and complex work, including: Protection of Property duties Crisis assessments Commissioning urgent packages of care Initial management of safeguarding referral contacts Supporting the ongoing Test and Learn pilot with our mental health care provider Holding a small caseload of complex cases and leading on specialist areas of practice THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (CSS or CQSW accepted) Registered with Social Work England or HCPC (as appropriate) Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience within health or social care Strong knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation Experience of working with complex cases, safeguarding, risk assessment and crisis situations Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Homeless Intervention Caseworker The role of Homeless Intervention Officer is a statutory role specifically focused on intervening early, preventing homelessness and managing our crisis response aims of alleviating homelessness where this has occurred. Working directly with those affected by homelessness by: -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Triaging new approaches and providing quality advice to delay or stop homelessness in its tracks to all groups of customers including vulnerable customers who are in priority need, undertakes assessments to understand the council's duty -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Undertakes all necessary enquiries and prevention activity via Personal housing Plans -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Makes and checks statutory homeless decisions which are subject to legal challenge -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Work closely with internal and external partners and agencies to resolve homelessness -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Assesses who requires Transitional Accommodation - They ensure that the council meets the requirements of Part 7, Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act. -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Considering Safeguarding issues and referrals, especially concerning children, older people and those claiming homelessness due to domestic abuse. Conducting full assessment of all eligible applicants who present as homeless or threatened with homelessness and issue notification letters in accordance with the legislation. Work collaboratively with applicants to draw up an agreed personalised housing plans and continually review the plan by updating the advice and support provided to the applicants. Assist in delivering a comprehensive and proactive homelessness prevention and advice service. Liaising with friends and family, landlords, letting agents, General Practitioners, Health Care workers, internal and external partners in the process of preventing or relieving homelessness and determining duties owed to applicants. Taking all reasonable steps to relieve homelessness irrespective of priority need. Conducting assessment interviews at Council offices and making home visits to homeless applicants. Apply and implement homelessness laws and the code of guidance, including the Housing Act1996, the Homelessness Act 2002, the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and other relevant guidance and legislation whilst carrying out assessments of applicants' housing and support needs. Explain the full range of housing solutions available to customers to help prevent or relieve homelessness as well as mediate to help resolve potentially homeless cases irrespective of tenure (excluding fear of violence). Ensure full and accurate recordings of client's details, all advice and support provided and maintain accurate written and computer records, reports and other monitoring information as required, in connection with the various duties and case management and in line with relevant policies and procedures. To manage client's expectations advising as to potential housing solutions including private rented and hostel accommodation and as to the lower supply of social housing compared to demand. To undertake a holistic assessment of current housing issues and seek out appropriate solutions where possible at an early stage to prevent homelessness and where possible prevent the use of interim accommodation by preventing homelessness. You may need to make referrals to the Mental Health or other relevant professional panels and to attend or participate in case conferences as requested. To keep up to date with relevant case law particularly in respect of the tests of vulnerability and priority need and with reference to responsibilities under the Equality Act and Care Acts. To identify and refer cases to the homeless outreach workers / services, e.g. those with a history of rough sleeping or complex needs where resettlement is needed to enable rehousing by social or other housing providers. You will be working closely with the temporary accommodation team to support the client with rehoming to permanent accommodation. You will provide information to clients on the operation of the Council's Housing Register, advice on a household's position on the register, extending areas of choice and prospects of assistance with housing and update systems as necessary. You will be required to complete assessments on suitable accommodation for applicants for temporary or long-term accommodation to end the homeless duty. This role is likely to be two days in the office per week, candidates must be able to attend CBC office locations when requested. There will be a requirement to attend team meetings as and when required.
Apr 17, 2026
Contractor
Homeless Intervention Caseworker The role of Homeless Intervention Officer is a statutory role specifically focused on intervening early, preventing homelessness and managing our crisis response aims of alleviating homelessness where this has occurred. Working directly with those affected by homelessness by: -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Triaging new approaches and providing quality advice to delay or stop homelessness in its tracks to all groups of customers including vulnerable customers who are in priority need, undertakes assessments to understand the council's duty -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Undertakes all necessary enquiries and prevention activity via Personal housing Plans -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Makes and checks statutory homeless decisions which are subject to legal challenge -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Work closely with internal and external partners and agencies to resolve homelessness -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Assesses who requires Transitional Accommodation - They ensure that the council meets the requirements of Part 7, Housing Act 1996 and Homeless Reduction Act. -Homeless Intervention Caseworker Considering Safeguarding issues and referrals, especially concerning children, older people and those claiming homelessness due to domestic abuse. Conducting full assessment of all eligible applicants who present as homeless or threatened with homelessness and issue notification letters in accordance with the legislation. Work collaboratively with applicants to draw up an agreed personalised housing plans and continually review the plan by updating the advice and support provided to the applicants. Assist in delivering a comprehensive and proactive homelessness prevention and advice service. Liaising with friends and family, landlords, letting agents, General Practitioners, Health Care workers, internal and external partners in the process of preventing or relieving homelessness and determining duties owed to applicants. Taking all reasonable steps to relieve homelessness irrespective of priority need. Conducting assessment interviews at Council offices and making home visits to homeless applicants. Apply and implement homelessness laws and the code of guidance, including the Housing Act1996, the Homelessness Act 2002, the Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and other relevant guidance and legislation whilst carrying out assessments of applicants' housing and support needs. Explain the full range of housing solutions available to customers to help prevent or relieve homelessness as well as mediate to help resolve potentially homeless cases irrespective of tenure (excluding fear of violence). Ensure full and accurate recordings of client's details, all advice and support provided and maintain accurate written and computer records, reports and other monitoring information as required, in connection with the various duties and case management and in line with relevant policies and procedures. To manage client's expectations advising as to potential housing solutions including private rented and hostel accommodation and as to the lower supply of social housing compared to demand. To undertake a holistic assessment of current housing issues and seek out appropriate solutions where possible at an early stage to prevent homelessness and where possible prevent the use of interim accommodation by preventing homelessness. You may need to make referrals to the Mental Health or other relevant professional panels and to attend or participate in case conferences as requested. To keep up to date with relevant case law particularly in respect of the tests of vulnerability and priority need and with reference to responsibilities under the Equality Act and Care Acts. To identify and refer cases to the homeless outreach workers / services, e.g. those with a history of rough sleeping or complex needs where resettlement is needed to enable rehousing by social or other housing providers. You will be working closely with the temporary accommodation team to support the client with rehoming to permanent accommodation. You will provide information to clients on the operation of the Council's Housing Register, advice on a household's position on the register, extending areas of choice and prospects of assistance with housing and update systems as necessary. You will be required to complete assessments on suitable accommodation for applicants for temporary or long-term accommodation to end the homeless duty. This role is likely to be two days in the office per week, candidates must be able to attend CBC office locations when requested. There will be a requirement to attend team meetings as and when required.
Supportive leadership Flexible working patterns Good Ofsted environment Meaningful safeguarding impact If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for more control over your workload and genuine support from leadership, this Social Worker opportunity within a safeguarding team could offer the reset you have been looking for. Whether your background is in child protection, referral and assessment, or looked after children, this role allows you to apply your experience in a stable and well-regarded service. Working as a Safeguarding Social Worker or Children's Social Worker, you will benefit from autonomy in managing your diary alongside a structured team environment that values collaboration, consistency, and high-quality outcomes. Package & Benefits • £40 to £42 per hour. • Hybrid working with 2 days in the office. • Flexible diary management to support work life balance. About the Company You will be joining a well-established local authority recognised for its strong leadership and commitment to delivering high-quality services. The team operates within a positive and supportive culture, with a clear focus on achieving the best outcomes for children and families while maintaining manageable workloads. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload within a safeguarding or child protection setting, ensuring timely and effective interventions. • Complete assessments and develop care plans that prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support. • Maintain accurate and compliant case records in line with statutory requirements. About You • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. • Experience within safeguarding, child protection, or looked after children teams. • Proven ability to manage statutory caseloads within a local authority setting. If you are a Social Worker exploring your next move or want to understand how this Safeguarding Social Worker role could improve your current situation, get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would still welcome a discussion. Send your CV to or give Tommy a call on to get things moving.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Supportive leadership Flexible working patterns Good Ofsted environment Meaningful safeguarding impact If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for more control over your workload and genuine support from leadership, this Social Worker opportunity within a safeguarding team could offer the reset you have been looking for. Whether your background is in child protection, referral and assessment, or looked after children, this role allows you to apply your experience in a stable and well-regarded service. Working as a Safeguarding Social Worker or Children's Social Worker, you will benefit from autonomy in managing your diary alongside a structured team environment that values collaboration, consistency, and high-quality outcomes. Package & Benefits • £40 to £42 per hour. • Hybrid working with 2 days in the office. • Flexible diary management to support work life balance. About the Company You will be joining a well-established local authority recognised for its strong leadership and commitment to delivering high-quality services. The team operates within a positive and supportive culture, with a clear focus on achieving the best outcomes for children and families while maintaining manageable workloads. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload within a safeguarding or child protection setting, ensuring timely and effective interventions. • Complete assessments and develop care plans that prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support. • Maintain accurate and compliant case records in line with statutory requirements. About You • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. • Experience within safeguarding, child protection, or looked after children teams. • Proven ability to manage statutory caseloads within a local authority setting. If you are a Social Worker exploring your next move or want to understand how this Safeguarding Social Worker role could improve your current situation, get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would still welcome a discussion. Send your CV to or give Tommy a call on to get things moving.
At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker London Borough of Lambeth is looking to expand their current team with a dedicated At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a well-structured and organised team. As well as joining a supportive team our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills and potential progression within your team. This At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker Responsibilities include: To represent my team in triaging and collaborating with other professionals like the OT and doctors to triage cases appropriately. To represent my team in MDT meetings to update the whole triaging team about the current state of cases that has been assessed and accepted as requiring social care intervention. To complete Care Act assessment and review of needs to identify the needs of our service-user and provide the right interventions. Example, packages of care. To make referrals to other Agency for support. Like Age UK, Assistive technology support, To complete mental capacity assessment under the MCA 2005 Experience preferred / Minimum Requirements: Post qualifying experience of working as a Hospital or Initial Response Social Worker SWE Registration 1 year post qualifying experience within UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker position, or any similar vacancies we have available in London Borough of Lambeth, please contact Sydnee Hannam , or email your updated CV today.
Apr 17, 2026
Seasonal
At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker London Borough of Lambeth is looking to expand their current team with a dedicated At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a well-structured and organised team. As well as joining a supportive team our client also offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training to enhance your skills and potential progression within your team. This At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker Responsibilities include: To represent my team in triaging and collaborating with other professionals like the OT and doctors to triage cases appropriately. To represent my team in MDT meetings to update the whole triaging team about the current state of cases that has been assessed and accepted as requiring social care intervention. To complete Care Act assessment and review of needs to identify the needs of our service-user and provide the right interventions. Example, packages of care. To make referrals to other Agency for support. Like Age UK, Assistive technology support, To complete mental capacity assessment under the MCA 2005 Experience preferred / Minimum Requirements: Post qualifying experience of working as a Hospital or Initial Response Social Worker SWE Registration 1 year post qualifying experience within UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly payment To discuss this At Home Service - Integrated Care Social Worker position, or any similar vacancies we have available in London Borough of Lambeth, please contact Sydnee Hannam , or email your updated CV today.
Our client is recruiting for additional Recovery Workers. Job Title: Recovery Worker Location: Salford Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with flexibility required) Salary: £28,547 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Pension: 5% employer contribution Annual Leave: 28 days plus statutory holidays Job Overview This employer has an exciting opportunity for 2x Recovery Workers to join their organisation, working across both the Living Well Team and the Listening Lounge as part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary mental health service in Salford. This is a cross-service role requiring a flexible and responsive approach. The post holder will be expected to work across both services in line with operational need, delivering both planned, recovery-focused support and responsive, crisis-based interventions. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, adaptability and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care within both structured and fast-paced environments. Main Duties of the Job Core Responsibilities Provide face-to-face and telephone support to individuals, carers, and professionals Communicate with empathy and compassion, recognising strengths, resilience, and potential Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality records using electronic systems Empower individuals to take an active role in managing their wellbeing Develop effective working relationships with individuals, families, and carers Participate in MDT processes, including daily huddles, case discussions, and risk reviews Undertake home visits in line with service protocols and risk assessments Co-produce personalised support and action plans focused on meaningful outcomes Act as a gateway to wider support services, including statutory and VCSE provision Contribute to service evaluation, audit, and continuous improvement activity Living Well Responsibilities Act as a keyworker, supporting individuals through recovery-focused interventions Undertake joint assessments and shared casework within the multidisciplinary team Support care planning using tools such as ReQoL and DIALOG Deliver evidence-informed interventions (e.g. behavioural activation, anxiety management) Support individuals to access employment, education, and community opportunities Identify and address barriers to recovery, promoting independence and social inclusion Listening Lounge Responsibilities Provide immediate, non-judgemental support to individuals in self-defined crisis Use active listening and validation to de-escalate distress and build trust Deliver brief, one-off interventions and recovery-focused support Complete dynamic risk assessments and escalate concerns appropriately Develop collaborative safety plans where required Work jointly with Peer Support Workers to deliver high-quality support Facilitate onward referrals and promote access to community-based services Additional Information This is a unique opportunity to work across two innovative services, supporting individuals at different stages of their mental health journey - from early intervention and recovery through to crisis support. You will be part of a forward-thinking, integrated system that values lived experience, partnership working and person-centred care. If you believe you have the right skills and experience to be a Recovery Worker, the employer would love to receive your application. Closing date for receiving applications will be Friday 24th of April 2026 at 12 noon. Interviews: W/c 4th May Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. No agencies please.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Our client is recruiting for additional Recovery Workers. Job Title: Recovery Worker Location: Salford Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with flexibility required) Salary: £28,547 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Pension: 5% employer contribution Annual Leave: 28 days plus statutory holidays Job Overview This employer has an exciting opportunity for 2x Recovery Workers to join their organisation, working across both the Living Well Team and the Listening Lounge as part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary mental health service in Salford. This is a cross-service role requiring a flexible and responsive approach. The post holder will be expected to work across both services in line with operational need, delivering both planned, recovery-focused support and responsive, crisis-based interventions. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, adaptability and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care within both structured and fast-paced environments. Main Duties of the Job Core Responsibilities Provide face-to-face and telephone support to individuals, carers, and professionals Communicate with empathy and compassion, recognising strengths, resilience, and potential Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality records using electronic systems Empower individuals to take an active role in managing their wellbeing Develop effective working relationships with individuals, families, and carers Participate in MDT processes, including daily huddles, case discussions, and risk reviews Undertake home visits in line with service protocols and risk assessments Co-produce personalised support and action plans focused on meaningful outcomes Act as a gateway to wider support services, including statutory and VCSE provision Contribute to service evaluation, audit, and continuous improvement activity Living Well Responsibilities Act as a keyworker, supporting individuals through recovery-focused interventions Undertake joint assessments and shared casework within the multidisciplinary team Support care planning using tools such as ReQoL and DIALOG Deliver evidence-informed interventions (e.g. behavioural activation, anxiety management) Support individuals to access employment, education, and community opportunities Identify and address barriers to recovery, promoting independence and social inclusion Listening Lounge Responsibilities Provide immediate, non-judgemental support to individuals in self-defined crisis Use active listening and validation to de-escalate distress and build trust Deliver brief, one-off interventions and recovery-focused support Complete dynamic risk assessments and escalate concerns appropriately Develop collaborative safety plans where required Work jointly with Peer Support Workers to deliver high-quality support Facilitate onward referrals and promote access to community-based services Additional Information This is a unique opportunity to work across two innovative services, supporting individuals at different stages of their mental health journey - from early intervention and recovery through to crisis support. You will be part of a forward-thinking, integrated system that values lived experience, partnership working and person-centred care. If you believe you have the right skills and experience to be a Recovery Worker, the employer would love to receive your application. Closing date for receiving applications will be Friday 24th of April 2026 at 12 noon. Interviews: W/c 4th May Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. No agencies please.
We have an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent administrative skills to join the staff of a social enterprise. The core function of this role is to support the Business Development and Casework teams with a wide range of administrative and support duties in order to facilitate the smooth delivery of all business operations. With big plans for the future, we want you to be part of a strong team committed to delivering excellence and achieving success in line with our commercial and social objectives. You will be skilled at providing a range of business support or administrative functions, with good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a similar role supporting a team. The successful candidate will be able to establish a good rapport with colleagues and stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner, upholding brand values. In return, you can look forward to working with a small but highly-skilled and dynamic team, and having influence over the future strategic direction of the company. We also offer a competitive salary with performance-related bonus and an excellent benefits package. Main Duties 1. To provide a wide range of organisational and administrative duties to the Business Development and Casework teams as directed, in order to facilitate smooth running of all business systems and operations, ensuring that administrative activities are carried out in accordance with company policy and procedures. 2. Providing operational support to Business Development team, including setting up new cases on CRM system, setting up client contracts, arranging consultations and liaising with Business Development and Casework colleagues to ensure the smooth running of business services. 3. Managing various email inboxes, triaging incoming messages and responding to emails from clients and professionals. 4. Requesting care and/or clinical records, following up on record-requests, checking and processing incoming digital and hard copy records ready for the casework team. 5. Providing operational support to the new client pipelines including processing voicemail enquiries and incoming referrals from the Information and Advice teams. 6. Operating and maintaining CRM, database and filing systems. 7. Providing accurate formatting support to the Casework team, in line with Beacon s brand guidelines. 8. Supporting the casework team with case administration including requests for records and printing and posting letters. 9. Collecting, processing and distributing post. 10. Supporting the organisation of travel arrangements for Caseworkers. 11. Sharing the general administration of the business as part of the Operations team, including managing stationary stock levels and ordering literature and supplies. 12. Keep operating procedures under review to identify areas of potential development and / or improvement and make recommendations. 13. Attending line management, supervision and team meetings as appropriate. 14. Archiving. What is NHS Continuing Healthcare? NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is the name given to a package of care that some people need to receive due to disability, accident or illness. People who are eligible for CHC have the full cost of their care and residential accommodation funded by the NHS. This relieves families of sometimes astronomical care bills. The criteria for determining who is eligible for CHC are highly complex and can be very difficult for the public to understand, and for professionals to apply consistently. The assessment process is lengthy and detailed. Likewise, the appeal process can be very daunting and perplexing. About our organisation Beacon was established in May 2014 for the purpose of providing independent and high-quality support to individuals and their families in England who need help navigating the NHS Continuing Healthcare process. Beacon is a registered social enterprise and a proud member of Social Enterprise UK. We operate with a core set of ethical social objectives and values through which all of our work is delivered. Social enterprises are businesses. Like any other business, they seek to make a profit and succeed commercially. But how they operate, who they employ, how they use their profits and where they work transforms lives and communities across the UK. At Beacon, we donate any surpluses to supporting charitable objectives that are in line with our aims. Through expert advocacy, advice and training, Beacon enables people to be heard and to enact real and positive change in their lives. We help people to understand their rights and the realistic options available to them, equipping some of those most vulnerable in society with the knowledge and practical support to make meaningful and transformative decisions. Our Values At Beacon, we employ people who want to do things differently to other organisations working in this field. Five values sum up our culture and how we treat our clients and our staff: Ethical Commitment to our clients We operate with honesty and integrity. We are transparent about our funding set-up and our fees, which we keep as low as we sensibly can. We never hard sell our services, we keep you informed at every step, and we always give our honest opinion of your chances of success. As a social enterprise, we donate any profits to charity. Commitment to our team We operate with honesty and integrity, and always work hard to get the best results for our clients and the business. We work to high standards, and trust our people to respectfully speak out if we fall short. Expert Commitment to our clients We pride ourselves on being recognised as leading independent experts in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We apply our knowledge and experience to help every case and caller. We also strive to improve CHC for everyone, by training health and social care professionals. Commitment to our team We are the leading experts in our field. We encourage and value innovation and evolution in what we do, and how we do it. We are united in developing the business and its services. Personal Commitment to our clients By listening carefully to you and the people who really know about your care needs, we can provide excellent advice and powerful advocacy tailored to your unique situation. Commitment to our team We get results by getting to know our clients. We do the same with our people, offering flexible working options to suit your circumstances, and taking time out to have fun as a team. Compassionate Commitment to our clients We are mindful of the immense stress that our callers and clients can be under, at what is often a really tough time. We do our best to lift some of that burden by providing a quality service that you can trust, and by being compassionate and courteous at all times. Commitment to our team The nature of the work can be stressful and emotionally draining. We take care and time to look out for each other, and encourage healthy work habits. Rewarding Commitment to our team We take the time to celebrate success and are inspired by one another s achievements. We provide a generous and varied suite of benefits that can be enjoyed by our people and their families.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent administrative skills to join the staff of a social enterprise. The core function of this role is to support the Business Development and Casework teams with a wide range of administrative and support duties in order to facilitate the smooth delivery of all business operations. With big plans for the future, we want you to be part of a strong team committed to delivering excellence and achieving success in line with our commercial and social objectives. You will be skilled at providing a range of business support or administrative functions, with good interpersonal skills and experience of working in a similar role supporting a team. The successful candidate will be able to establish a good rapport with colleagues and stakeholders in a professional and constructive manner, upholding brand values. In return, you can look forward to working with a small but highly-skilled and dynamic team, and having influence over the future strategic direction of the company. We also offer a competitive salary with performance-related bonus and an excellent benefits package. Main Duties 1. To provide a wide range of organisational and administrative duties to the Business Development and Casework teams as directed, in order to facilitate smooth running of all business systems and operations, ensuring that administrative activities are carried out in accordance with company policy and procedures. 2. Providing operational support to Business Development team, including setting up new cases on CRM system, setting up client contracts, arranging consultations and liaising with Business Development and Casework colleagues to ensure the smooth running of business services. 3. Managing various email inboxes, triaging incoming messages and responding to emails from clients and professionals. 4. Requesting care and/or clinical records, following up on record-requests, checking and processing incoming digital and hard copy records ready for the casework team. 5. Providing operational support to the new client pipelines including processing voicemail enquiries and incoming referrals from the Information and Advice teams. 6. Operating and maintaining CRM, database and filing systems. 7. Providing accurate formatting support to the Casework team, in line with Beacon s brand guidelines. 8. Supporting the casework team with case administration including requests for records and printing and posting letters. 9. Collecting, processing and distributing post. 10. Supporting the organisation of travel arrangements for Caseworkers. 11. Sharing the general administration of the business as part of the Operations team, including managing stationary stock levels and ordering literature and supplies. 12. Keep operating procedures under review to identify areas of potential development and / or improvement and make recommendations. 13. Attending line management, supervision and team meetings as appropriate. 14. Archiving. What is NHS Continuing Healthcare? NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is the name given to a package of care that some people need to receive due to disability, accident or illness. People who are eligible for CHC have the full cost of their care and residential accommodation funded by the NHS. This relieves families of sometimes astronomical care bills. The criteria for determining who is eligible for CHC are highly complex and can be very difficult for the public to understand, and for professionals to apply consistently. The assessment process is lengthy and detailed. Likewise, the appeal process can be very daunting and perplexing. About our organisation Beacon was established in May 2014 for the purpose of providing independent and high-quality support to individuals and their families in England who need help navigating the NHS Continuing Healthcare process. Beacon is a registered social enterprise and a proud member of Social Enterprise UK. We operate with a core set of ethical social objectives and values through which all of our work is delivered. Social enterprises are businesses. Like any other business, they seek to make a profit and succeed commercially. But how they operate, who they employ, how they use their profits and where they work transforms lives and communities across the UK. At Beacon, we donate any surpluses to supporting charitable objectives that are in line with our aims. Through expert advocacy, advice and training, Beacon enables people to be heard and to enact real and positive change in their lives. We help people to understand their rights and the realistic options available to them, equipping some of those most vulnerable in society with the knowledge and practical support to make meaningful and transformative decisions. Our Values At Beacon, we employ people who want to do things differently to other organisations working in this field. Five values sum up our culture and how we treat our clients and our staff: Ethical Commitment to our clients We operate with honesty and integrity. We are transparent about our funding set-up and our fees, which we keep as low as we sensibly can. We never hard sell our services, we keep you informed at every step, and we always give our honest opinion of your chances of success. As a social enterprise, we donate any profits to charity. Commitment to our team We operate with honesty and integrity, and always work hard to get the best results for our clients and the business. We work to high standards, and trust our people to respectfully speak out if we fall short. Expert Commitment to our clients We pride ourselves on being recognised as leading independent experts in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We apply our knowledge and experience to help every case and caller. We also strive to improve CHC for everyone, by training health and social care professionals. Commitment to our team We are the leading experts in our field. We encourage and value innovation and evolution in what we do, and how we do it. We are united in developing the business and its services. Personal Commitment to our clients By listening carefully to you and the people who really know about your care needs, we can provide excellent advice and powerful advocacy tailored to your unique situation. Commitment to our team We get results by getting to know our clients. We do the same with our people, offering flexible working options to suit your circumstances, and taking time out to have fun as a team. Compassionate Commitment to our clients We are mindful of the immense stress that our callers and clients can be under, at what is often a really tough time. We do our best to lift some of that burden by providing a quality service that you can trust, and by being compassionate and courteous at all times. Commitment to our team The nature of the work can be stressful and emotionally draining. We take care and time to look out for each other, and encourage healthy work habits. Rewarding Commitment to our team We take the time to celebrate success and are inspired by one another s achievements. We provide a generous and varied suite of benefits that can be enjoyed by our people and their families.
Youth Justice Officer, Walsall Council Pay rate, £33.30 hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Youth Justice Officer to work in a team in Walsall. Youth Justice officer Just to confirm, Social Work qualifications are only one of the qualifications we accept. Also accept Probation Officers, Youth Workers and others with a relevant degree, as long as they have Youth Justice experience . Full case management responsibilities in a youth justice team: Assessments (ASSET+ and Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool PDAT) Plans Interventions to reduce offending Pre-Sentence Report writing Referral Order Report writing Court work Duty Attendance and joint decision-making panel and referral order panelPlease get in touch for more information. There is plenty of hybrid working available. Please get in touch for more information. Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children's Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
Apr 17, 2026
Contractor
Youth Justice Officer, Walsall Council Pay rate, £33.30 hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Youth Justice Officer to work in a team in Walsall. Youth Justice officer Just to confirm, Social Work qualifications are only one of the qualifications we accept. Also accept Probation Officers, Youth Workers and others with a relevant degree, as long as they have Youth Justice experience . Full case management responsibilities in a youth justice team: Assessments (ASSET+ and Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool PDAT) Plans Interventions to reduce offending Pre-Sentence Report writing Referral Order Report writing Court work Duty Attendance and joint decision-making panel and referral order panelPlease get in touch for more information. There is plenty of hybrid working available. Please get in touch for more information. Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children's Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!Contact me on or for more information.
