Long term contract Flexibility encouraged Immediate Start for Spring 2026 Loyalty Bonus South West Wales We are working in partnership with Pembrokeshire to recruit experienced and passionate Child Care Managers to join a committed and forward-thinking management team. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders who are driven by quality, outcomes, and making a lasting difference for children and young people. The Role As part of the Child Care Management Team, you will play a key role in leading, supporting, and developing services that safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children and young people. You will provide strong, values-led leadership, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and practice across services. What's on offer: Manageable caseloads - Small but complex Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week Loyalty Bonus: Earn up to £150 extra weekly Supportive management and team culture Remote working strongly supported Start date flexibility: They are happy to wait up to a month for the right candidate Internal progression opportunities: Move across teams if desired Market-leading payroll system This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership and practice skills in a well-supported environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who share your commitment to improving the lives of children and young people in care. Additionally, if you know another Senior Practitioner or Social Worker who may be interested, we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful placements. To apply, please send your CV or contact Nathan directly at for more details. Please note: As this is a statutory role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Long term contract Flexibility encouraged Immediate Start for Spring 2026 Loyalty Bonus South West Wales We are working in partnership with Pembrokeshire to recruit experienced and passionate Child Care Managers to join a committed and forward-thinking management team. This is an exciting opportunity for leaders who are driven by quality, outcomes, and making a lasting difference for children and young people. The Role As part of the Child Care Management Team, you will play a key role in leading, supporting, and developing services that safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children and young people. You will provide strong, values-led leadership, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and practice across services. What's on offer: Manageable caseloads - Small but complex Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week Loyalty Bonus: Earn up to £150 extra weekly Supportive management and team culture Remote working strongly supported Start date flexibility: They are happy to wait up to a month for the right candidate Internal progression opportunities: Move across teams if desired Market-leading payroll system This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership and practice skills in a well-supported environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who share your commitment to improving the lives of children and young people in care. Additionally, if you know another Senior Practitioner or Social Worker who may be interested, we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful placements. To apply, please send your CV or contact Nathan directly at for more details. Please note: As this is a statutory role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.
Weekly expenses support Flexible working encouraged Manageable 10-15 caseload Stable safeguarding team If you are an experienced Advanced Social Worker looking for stability, this Advanced Social Worker role offers consistent work within a well-established safeguarding team and a manageable caseload of around 10-15. You will join a service where expectations are realistic and social workers are supported to focus on meaningful safeguarding practice. As an Advanced Social Worker, you will be part of a stable team where caseloads are shared fairly and professionals are trusted to manage their work without unnecessary oversight. Flexible working is actively encouraged to help maintain a healthy balance between demanding safeguarding work and life outside of it. Package & Benefits • £40-£43 per hour. • Weekly expenses support through a loyalty bonus of £1-£3 per hour. • Manageable caseload of approximately 10-15 cases. • Flexible working arrangements encouraged. • Market-leading timesheet system designed to simplify weekly submissions. About the Company You will be joining a local authority children's service with a long-standing safeguarding team and a collaborative working culture. The service focuses on sustainable caseloads, supportive leadership, and creating an environment where social workers can deliver consistent safeguarding outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Manage a safeguarding caseload, supporting children in need and those subject to child protection plans. • Undertake safeguarding assessments and contribute to effective child protection planning. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safe and timely interventions. • Contribute to team discussions and share expertise to support consistent safeguarding practice. About You • Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. • Minimum three years' post-qualification experience within children's services. • Safeguarding experience within a statutory local authority setting. If you'd like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would be happy to speak with you. Contact or call for more information or a confidential discussion.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Weekly expenses support Flexible working encouraged Manageable 10-15 caseload Stable safeguarding team If you are an experienced Advanced Social Worker looking for stability, this Advanced Social Worker role offers consistent work within a well-established safeguarding team and a manageable caseload of around 10-15. You will join a service where expectations are realistic and social workers are supported to focus on meaningful safeguarding practice. As an Advanced Social Worker, you will be part of a stable team where caseloads are shared fairly and professionals are trusted to manage their work without unnecessary oversight. Flexible working is actively encouraged to help maintain a healthy balance between demanding safeguarding work and life outside of it. Package & Benefits • £40-£43 per hour. • Weekly expenses support through a loyalty bonus of £1-£3 per hour. • Manageable caseload of approximately 10-15 cases. • Flexible working arrangements encouraged. • Market-leading timesheet system designed to simplify weekly submissions. About the Company You will be joining a local authority children's service with a long-standing safeguarding team and a collaborative working culture. The service focuses on sustainable caseloads, supportive leadership, and creating an environment where social workers can deliver consistent safeguarding outcomes. Key Responsibilities • Manage a safeguarding caseload, supporting children in need and those subject to child protection plans. • Undertake safeguarding assessments and contribute to effective child protection planning. • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safe and timely interventions. • Contribute to team discussions and share expertise to support consistent safeguarding practice. About You • Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. • Minimum three years' post-qualification experience within children's services. • Safeguarding experience within a statutory local authority setting. If you'd like to explore this opportunity, even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would be happy to speak with you. Contact or call for more information or a confidential discussion.
Social Worker Children Social Care - Contextual Safeguarding / Risk Outside the Home Service PO2/PO3: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW Plus £1000 Welcome Payment and £1000 pa Market Supplement Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid Work- minimum 2 days a week in the office. About Us Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the team We are working hard to make Lambeth to be one of the safest places for children, young people and young adults to grow, develop and thrive. We know that risk outside of the home is one of the biggest challenges we face and we are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Support Team. This is a unique opportunity to help us deliver our vision and be part of an energetic driving force for improving our responses to children, young people and young adults at risk of harm outside the home, throughout the Local Authority and safeguarding partnership. Along with our partners we are moving at pace towards embedding a Contextual Safeguarding Approach to children in the borough, and this is an exciting time to join the Service. Our recent Ofsted report recognised the positive steps we are making in this area and there is real momentum to drive forward change. The role will be in the Support Team which is a dynamic team of both experience Social Workers and Youth Workers and will provide at the earliest possible opportunity an assessment of need, direct intervention and support to children and young people referred into Children' Social Care where there is risk outside of the home. You will be experienced in both front-line Social Work and have a good knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, and confident in underpinning your work with a trauma informed and systemic approach. About the role The Social Workers within the Support Team are core roles within our Contextual Safeguarding/ Risk outside the home Service and we are looking for experienced and qualified social workers to join us. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for working in this field and have experience of successfully engaging children and young people. Your strengths will lie in being able to walk alongside children and young people who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation or serious violence and build trusted relationships to deliver the work to keep them safe. The postholder will need the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders, build strong partnerships to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. You will have experience of completing assessments and producing dynamic plans which seek to reduce risk to young people. In this role you will both case hold and have the opportunity to undertake direct work with children with children and young people across the borough where there is risk outside of the home. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification You will also need to demonstrate your experience and knowledge of risk outside of the home in your supporting statement. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Advert Closing Date: 24th of May at midnight Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Contact Information: For further information and an informal conversation please contact Service Manager Kath Hunt at At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
May 01, 2026
Full time
Social Worker Children Social Care - Contextual Safeguarding / Risk Outside the Home Service PO2/PO3: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW Plus £1000 Welcome Payment and £1000 pa Market Supplement Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid Work- minimum 2 days a week in the office. About Us Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the team We are working hard to make Lambeth to be one of the safest places for children, young people and young adults to grow, develop and thrive. We know that risk outside of the home is one of the biggest challenges we face and we are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Support Team. This is a unique opportunity to help us deliver our vision and be part of an energetic driving force for improving our responses to children, young people and young adults at risk of harm outside the home, throughout the Local Authority and safeguarding partnership. Along with our partners we are moving at pace towards embedding a Contextual Safeguarding Approach to children in the borough, and this is an exciting time to join the Service. Our recent Ofsted report recognised the positive steps we are making in this area and there is real momentum to drive forward change. The role will be in the Support Team which is a dynamic team of both experience Social Workers and Youth Workers and will provide at the earliest possible opportunity an assessment of need, direct intervention and support to children and young people referred into Children' Social Care where there is risk outside of the home. You will be experienced in both front-line Social Work and have a good knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, and confident in underpinning your work with a trauma informed and systemic approach. About the role The Social Workers within the Support Team are core roles within our Contextual Safeguarding/ Risk outside the home Service and we are looking for experienced and qualified social workers to join us. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for working in this field and have experience of successfully engaging children and young people. Your strengths will lie in being able to walk alongside children and young people who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation or serious violence and build trusted relationships to deliver the work to keep them safe. The postholder will need the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders, build strong partnerships to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. You will have experience of completing assessments and producing dynamic plans which seek to reduce risk to young people. In this role you will both case hold and have the opportunity to undertake direct work with children with children and young people across the borough where there is risk outside of the home. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification You will also need to demonstrate your experience and knowledge of risk outside of the home in your supporting statement. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Advert Closing Date: 24th of May at midnight Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Contact Information: For further information and an informal conversation please contact Service Manager Kath Hunt at At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. 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 leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 01, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. 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 leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Admissions & Reintegration Worker Location: Nottinghamshire Salary: £25,800 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) An exciting opportunity to join a brand-new Day Rehabilitation programme in North Northamptonshire, working full-time (35 hours per week) to support people at a key stage in their recovery journey. Working within Forward Trust, you ll combine meaningful 1:1 client engagement with coordination, administration, and partnership working to ensure smooth and effective pathways through the programme. What you ll be doing Lead on referrals, assessments, inductions and reintegration planning Carry out initial assessments and produce clear assessment reports Support the admission process and placement of new clients Deliver inductions for new clients entering the programme Run reintegration sessions and support clients into further opportunities Generate referrals to external agencies and services Write reintegration reports and create client support materials Liaise with partner organisations to develop reintegration opportunities Manage the service inbox, responding to referrals and enquiries Maintain accurate client files, case notes and database records Contribute to audits and service improvement activities Identify and escalate risks or concerns in a timely manner What you ll bring Experience working in recovery-focused, support, or similar client-facing services Strong assessment, report writing, and record-keeping skills Ability to manage a varied workload across direct client work and administration Confident communication skills with both clients and external partners Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to build effective relationships and support positive client outcomes Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries This role involves participation in supervision, training, and team development activities to support your ongoing professional growth. You ll work in line with organisational policies including safeguarding, equality and diversity, GDPR, and health and safety. The role includes occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis, plus travel to other sites (expenses reimbursed). You ll also be expected to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement across the service. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help shape a new service and make a real impact on people s recovery and future opportunities. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working - Training and development opportunities - Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) - Season Ticket Loan Scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Crisis Loan Scheme - Electric Car Scheme - 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) - Access to Blue Light Card - 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays - Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter - Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) -Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Admissions & Reintegration Worker Location: Nottinghamshire Salary: £25,800 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) An exciting opportunity to join a brand-new Day Rehabilitation programme in North Northamptonshire, working full-time (35 hours per week) to support people at a key stage in their recovery journey. Working within Forward Trust, you ll combine meaningful 1:1 client engagement with coordination, administration, and partnership working to ensure smooth and effective pathways through the programme. What you ll be doing Lead on referrals, assessments, inductions and reintegration planning Carry out initial assessments and produce clear assessment reports Support the admission process and placement of new clients Deliver inductions for new clients entering the programme Run reintegration sessions and support clients into further opportunities Generate referrals to external agencies and services Write reintegration reports and create client support materials Liaise with partner organisations to develop reintegration opportunities Manage the service inbox, responding to referrals and enquiries Maintain accurate client files, case notes and database records Contribute to audits and service improvement activities Identify and escalate risks or concerns in a timely manner What you ll bring Experience working in recovery-focused, support, or similar client-facing services Strong assessment, report writing, and record-keeping skills Ability to manage a varied workload across direct client work and administration Confident communication skills with both clients and external partners Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to build effective relationships and support positive client outcomes Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries This role involves participation in supervision, training, and team development activities to support your ongoing professional growth. You ll work in line with organisational policies including safeguarding, equality and diversity, GDPR, and health and safety. The role includes occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis, plus travel to other sites (expenses reimbursed). You ll also be expected to contribute ideas and support continuous improvement across the service. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to help shape a new service and make a real impact on people s recovery and future opportunities. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - Flexible working - Training and development opportunities - Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) - Season Ticket Loan Scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Crisis Loan Scheme - Electric Car Scheme - 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) - Access to Blue Light Card - 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays - Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter - Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) -Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
37 hours per week Bridgend County Borough Council offers a great opportunity for you to further your social care career. The Adult Safeguarding & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker and Best Interest Assessor to join the MASH (Multi-agency Safeguarding Hub). The Team is friendly, fast paced and supportive, committed to working towards and achieving positive outcomes for citizens within our area. The MASH work in close collaboration with partner agencies such as South Wales Police and the Local Health Board, to support individuals in line with the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Wales Safeguarding Procedures. Along with responding to Adult at Risk reports, our team is responsible for DoLS assessments for Bridgend County Borough Council and Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. We offer an encouraging working environment and are committed to continuous professional development, opportunities for learning and regular, reflective supervision. We encourage applications from experienced Social Workers, with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience. In return you will receive a robust induction, regular supervision, additional support and mentoring where required. Additionally, you will be able to further your career with both development and promotional opportunities. For further information surrounding the post please contact Bethan Jones, Adult Safeguarding & DoLS Team Manager on The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 13 May 2026 Shortlisting Date: 19 May 2026 Interview Date: 26 May 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
May 01, 2026
Full time
37 hours per week Bridgend County Borough Council offers a great opportunity for you to further your social care career. The Adult Safeguarding & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker and Best Interest Assessor to join the MASH (Multi-agency Safeguarding Hub). The Team is friendly, fast paced and supportive, committed to working towards and achieving positive outcomes for citizens within our area. The MASH work in close collaboration with partner agencies such as South Wales Police and the Local Health Board, to support individuals in line with the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 and the Wales Safeguarding Procedures. Along with responding to Adult at Risk reports, our team is responsible for DoLS assessments for Bridgend County Borough Council and Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. We offer an encouraging working environment and are committed to continuous professional development, opportunities for learning and regular, reflective supervision. We encourage applications from experienced Social Workers, with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience. In return you will receive a robust induction, regular supervision, additional support and mentoring where required. Additionally, you will be able to further your career with both development and promotional opportunities. For further information surrounding the post please contact Bethan Jones, Adult Safeguarding & DoLS Team Manager on The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 13 May 2026 Shortlisting Date: 19 May 2026 Interview Date: 26 May 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £47,884 - £51,175 per annum based on working 36 hours per week. We have a great opportunity for an Advanced Social Worker to join our Children's Assessment Team based in Reigate. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working . We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. Take a read and we hope, you'll be just as excited to speak to us as we are you! Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights how strong assessments in Surrey consider children's histories and involve social workers spending time alone with children to understand their experiences." Our strong training and development offer in Surrey "helps to equip staff with the understanding, knowledge and skills that they need to practice in a kind, sensitive, motivational and respectful way and that staff feel highly valued, are proud to work for children's services." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Are you at a point in your career where you want to take on supervisory responsibility whilst utilising your skills as an experienced social worker? Our Advanced Social Worker role enables you to work on complex cases whilst also giving you the opportunity to progress your career through contributing and supporting managers to develop the skills and knowledge within the team, whilst occasionally deputising for the Team Manager. You will also have the opportunity to join Advanced Social Worker colleagues in county wide learning activities organised by the Surrey Children's Service Academy with a clear professional development pathway. About Working in Assessment The first contact any family or professional has with our assessment service sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the whole service is based upon consent, strong relationships with families and with partners who are also supporting our families. Using motivational approaches the assessment social worker engages with both the family and the network supporting them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. If not, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This allows you to feel continuously fulfilled in your role and have a pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions. (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Working in an Assessment team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24th May 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min) If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £47,884 - £51,175 per annum based on working 36 hours per week. We have a great opportunity for an Advanced Social Worker to join our Children's Assessment Team based in Reigate. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working . We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. Take a read and we hope, you'll be just as excited to speak to us as we are you! Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights how strong assessments in Surrey consider children's histories and involve social workers spending time alone with children to understand their experiences." Our strong training and development offer in Surrey "helps to equip staff with the understanding, knowledge and skills that they need to practice in a kind, sensitive, motivational and respectful way and that staff feel highly valued, are proud to work for children's services." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Are you at a point in your career where you want to take on supervisory responsibility whilst utilising your skills as an experienced social worker? Our Advanced Social Worker role enables you to work on complex cases whilst also giving you the opportunity to progress your career through contributing and supporting managers to develop the skills and knowledge within the team, whilst occasionally deputising for the Team Manager. You will also have the opportunity to join Advanced Social Worker colleagues in county wide learning activities organised by the Surrey Children's Service Academy with a clear professional development pathway. About Working in Assessment The first contact any family or professional has with our assessment service sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the whole service is based upon consent, strong relationships with families and with partners who are also supporting our families. Using motivational approaches the assessment social worker engages with both the family and the network supporting them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. If not, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This allows you to feel continuously fulfilled in your role and have a pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions. (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Working in an Assessment team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24th May 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min) If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Community Support Worker Home-based with regular travel across Berkshire, Hampshire and occasional travel across the Southwest of England The Organisation Our client helps vision-impaired ex-service people from every generation rebuild their lives regardless of how or when they lost their sight. They are currently seeking a Community Support Worker to join them on a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027, working full-time, 35 hours per week. The role operates in a peripatetic capacity and will involve regular travel across Berkshire, Hampshire and occasional travel across the Southwest of England to meet service and casework requirements. Your Benefits - A salary of £37,909.22 - Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days - Pension scheme with generous employer contributions - Healthcare cash plan - Access to legal services and mental health support - Employee assistance programme - Paid professional subscriptions and discounts - Home working allowance - Professional and personal development - Enhanced pay This is the ideal opportunity for a qualified support worker with experience of helping people with disabilities to achieve their potential to grow and develop their career with our client's charity. You'll have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of people who have given so much to our country and now need the support of others for their wellbeing, making this a highly rewarding role. What's more, you'll have plenty of scope to travel and develop your skills with a wide range of people, ensuring your professional growth and the chance to enhance your expertise. The Role As a Community Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing a member-led service to support individuals across Berkshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire to thrive within their own communities. Optimising social inclusion, you will use a range of internal and external resources to help members meet their needs and reach their goals and aspirations while maximising independence and wellbeing. You will take a proactive and collaborative approach, undertaking comprehensive assessments for members, planning and delivering specialist interventions, and co-ordinating services as the main point of contact. What's more, all teams have a shared responsibility for creating a highly positive and solution-focused working culture reflecting the organisational values, culture, and vision, whilst always keeping the member at the heart of everything they do. About You To be considered as a Community Support Worker, you will need: - Experience of working with people with disabilities to maximise their independence and wellbeing - Competence in the use of the Microsoft Office suite and other applications and systems used to organise, document, store and plan work - Excellence in teamworking and collaboration - Be engaging, proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and make decisions - Experience of delivering remote and face-to-face services - Ability to prioritise a diverse range of tasks whilst remaining calm under pressure and meeting deadlines - Willingness and ability to share knowledge, skills and experience and support others in their learning - A relevant Level 4 qualification (at a minimum) or equivalent experience The closing date for this role is 27th May 2026. Other organisations may call this role Rehabilitation Support Worker, Rehabilitation Co-ordinator, Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Wellbeing Practitioner, or Recovery Worker. 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 want to step into a rewarding role as a Community Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Community Support Worker Home-based with regular travel across Berkshire, Hampshire and occasional travel across the Southwest of England The Organisation Our client helps vision-impaired ex-service people from every generation rebuild their lives regardless of how or when they lost their sight. They are currently seeking a Community Support Worker to join them on a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027, working full-time, 35 hours per week. The role operates in a peripatetic capacity and will involve regular travel across Berkshire, Hampshire and occasional travel across the Southwest of England to meet service and casework requirements. Your Benefits - A salary of £37,909.22 - Generous annual leave with the option to buy additional days - Pension scheme with generous employer contributions - Healthcare cash plan - Access to legal services and mental health support - Employee assistance programme - Paid professional subscriptions and discounts - Home working allowance - Professional and personal development - Enhanced pay This is the ideal opportunity for a qualified support worker with experience of helping people with disabilities to achieve their potential to grow and develop their career with our client's charity. You'll have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of people who have given so much to our country and now need the support of others for their wellbeing, making this a highly rewarding role. What's more, you'll have plenty of scope to travel and develop your skills with a wide range of people, ensuring your professional growth and the chance to enhance your expertise. The Role As a Community Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing a member-led service to support individuals across Berkshire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Gloucestershire to thrive within their own communities. Optimising social inclusion, you will use a range of internal and external resources to help members meet their needs and reach their goals and aspirations while maximising independence and wellbeing. You will take a proactive and collaborative approach, undertaking comprehensive assessments for members, planning and delivering specialist interventions, and co-ordinating services as the main point of contact. What's more, all teams have a shared responsibility for creating a highly positive and solution-focused working culture reflecting the organisational values, culture, and vision, whilst always keeping the member at the heart of everything they do. About You To be considered as a Community Support Worker, you will need: - Experience of working with people with disabilities to maximise their independence and wellbeing - Competence in the use of the Microsoft Office suite and other applications and systems used to organise, document, store and plan work - Excellence in teamworking and collaboration - Be engaging, proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and make decisions - Experience of delivering remote and face-to-face services - Ability to prioritise a diverse range of tasks whilst remaining calm under pressure and meeting deadlines - Willingness and ability to share knowledge, skills and experience and support others in their learning - A relevant Level 4 qualification (at a minimum) or equivalent experience The closing date for this role is 27th May 2026. Other organisations may call this role Rehabilitation Support Worker, Rehabilitation Co-ordinator, Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Wellbeing Practitioner, or Recovery Worker. 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 want to step into a rewarding role as a Community Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) A rewarding opportunity for an experienced Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) to provide structured, person-centred support within a homeless hostel, supporting residents with complex needs through effective support planning, risk management and resettlement pathways. If you ve also worked in the following roles, we d also like to hear from you: Housing Support Worker, Hostel Support Worker, Key Worker, Residential Support Worker This role is known internally as a Case Management Worker SALARY: £27,752 per annum + £500 signing on incentive bonus (paid after passing probation) + Benefits LOCATION: Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England (CH41) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, worked on a rota basis between 7.30am 3.30pm and 1.00pm 9.00pm, with occasional evening cover JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) to join a frontline homeless hostel service, supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs to move towards independent living. As a Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) you will work exclusively within a hostel environment, delivering structured case management, support planning and risk assessments for residents who may be affected by homelessness, mental health needs, substance misuse and offending histories. The Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) role involves holding a caseload, conducting regular key working sessions, coordinating with external agencies and ensuring safeguarding and resident safety remain central to all practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a Housing Support Worker / Case Worker with strong hostel-based experience who is confident working in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) include: Resident Induction and Engagement: Carrying out resident welcomes, inductions and ongoing engagement within the hostel Support Planning and Case Management: Developing, reviewing and maintaining person-centred support plans in partnership with residents Risk Assessment and Safeguarding: Completing, reviewing and updating risk assessments in line with organisational procedures Key Working Sessions: Holding regular, planned case management sessions using a flexible and strengths-based approach Multi-Agency Working: Liaising with external agencies including health services, probation, housing and social care Resident Progression: Supporting residents to access benefits, activities, services and move-on accommodation Record Keeping and Administration: Maintaining accurate, timely records including support plans, risk assessments and case notes Health And Safety Compliance: Conducting building and room checks and reporting health and safety concerns appropriately Resident Participation: Encouraging resident involvement in activities and service development Professional Practice: Upholding safeguarding, confidentiality, professional boundaries and equality standards at all times CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Proven experience of working full-time within a homeless hostel or similar supported housing environment Demonstrable experience of working with homeless individuals with complex needs, including mental health, substance misuse and offending-related issues Strong experience of support planning, risk assessments and ongoing case management within a hostel setting Experience of holding and managing a caseload, delivering consistent and structured support A confident understanding of safeguarding, risk management and professional boundaries when working with vulnerable adults Excellent communication, interpersonal and engagement skills The ability to maintain accurate records and complete clear written reports A flexible, resilient and person-centred approach to support work DESIRABLE A relevant qualification in Housing, Health and Social Care or a related field Experience of multi-agency working within homelessness or supported housing services Knowledge of outcomes-based assessment tools and harm reduction approaches This role requires an Enhanced DBS check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14583 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online AWD-IN-SPJ
May 01, 2026
Full time
Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) A rewarding opportunity for an experienced Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) to provide structured, person-centred support within a homeless hostel, supporting residents with complex needs through effective support planning, risk management and resettlement pathways. If you ve also worked in the following roles, we d also like to hear from you: Housing Support Worker, Hostel Support Worker, Key Worker, Residential Support Worker This role is known internally as a Case Management Worker SALARY: £27,752 per annum + £500 signing on incentive bonus (paid after passing probation) + Benefits LOCATION: Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England (CH41) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, worked on a rota basis between 7.30am 3.30pm and 1.00pm 9.00pm, with occasional evening cover JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) to join a frontline homeless hostel service, supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs to move towards independent living. As a Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) you will work exclusively within a hostel environment, delivering structured case management, support planning and risk assessments for residents who may be affected by homelessness, mental health needs, substance misuse and offending histories. The Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) role involves holding a caseload, conducting regular key working sessions, coordinating with external agencies and ensuring safeguarding and resident safety remain central to all practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a Housing Support Worker / Case Worker with strong hostel-based experience who is confident working in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Housing Support Worker (Homeless Hostel / Key Worker) include: Resident Induction and Engagement: Carrying out resident welcomes, inductions and ongoing engagement within the hostel Support Planning and Case Management: Developing, reviewing and maintaining person-centred support plans in partnership with residents Risk Assessment and Safeguarding: Completing, reviewing and updating risk assessments in line with organisational procedures Key Working Sessions: Holding regular, planned case management sessions using a flexible and strengths-based approach Multi-Agency Working: Liaising with external agencies including health services, probation, housing and social care Resident Progression: Supporting residents to access benefits, activities, services and move-on accommodation Record Keeping and Administration: Maintaining accurate, timely records including support plans, risk assessments and case notes Health And Safety Compliance: Conducting building and room checks and reporting health and safety concerns appropriately Resident Participation: Encouraging resident involvement in activities and service development Professional Practice: Upholding safeguarding, confidentiality, professional boundaries and equality standards at all times CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Proven experience of working full-time within a homeless hostel or similar supported housing environment Demonstrable experience of working with homeless individuals with complex needs, including mental health, substance misuse and offending-related issues Strong experience of support planning, risk assessments and ongoing case management within a hostel setting Experience of holding and managing a caseload, delivering consistent and structured support A confident understanding of safeguarding, risk management and professional boundaries when working with vulnerable adults Excellent communication, interpersonal and engagement skills The ability to maintain accurate records and complete clear written reports A flexible, resilient and person-centred approach to support work DESIRABLE A relevant qualification in Housing, Health and Social Care or a related field Experience of multi-agency working within homelessness or supported housing services Knowledge of outcomes-based assessment tools and harm reduction approaches This role requires an Enhanced DBS check HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14583 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Birkenhead, Wirral, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online AWD-IN-SPJ
Manageable Caseload Long-Standing, Supportive Management Flexible Working Regular Supervision Are you looking for a role where you're genuinely supported and valued - not just by us as your agency, but by an experienced and welcoming management team / service. Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. This roleoffers a competitive rate of £42 per hour and the opportunity to join a fast-paced yet supportive working environment. Perks: Immediate starts available (with flexibility to wait up to 4 weeks for the right person) Flexible working options with option for condensed hours Ongoing support from Leaders in Care throughout your placement, with weekly check ins to ensure you're happy in work Why this team stands out: Caseloads are kept manageable and are evenly distributed, so you won't feel overwhelmed. You'll be supported by a highly experienced, longstanding management team that truly understands the demands of frontline work. They provide regular reflective supervision and professional guidance - all without micromanaging - so you can work with confidence and autonomy. The role includes: Working on Child in Need cases Managing ongoing care proceedings Conducting thorough assessments Making informed decisions to protect and support children and families While a range of experience will be considered, previous work in Child Protection and court proceedings is desirable. As this is a statutory role, you'll need a recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. If you're ready for a new opportunity where your work is valued and your wellbeing is prioritised, get in touch today. Call Chris on , or send your updated CV to .
May 01, 2026
Full time
Manageable Caseload Long-Standing, Supportive Management Flexible Working Regular Supervision Are you looking for a role where you're genuinely supported and valued - not just by us as your agency, but by an experienced and welcoming management team / service. Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. This roleoffers a competitive rate of £42 per hour and the opportunity to join a fast-paced yet supportive working environment. Perks: Immediate starts available (with flexibility to wait up to 4 weeks for the right person) Flexible working options with option for condensed hours Ongoing support from Leaders in Care throughout your placement, with weekly check ins to ensure you're happy in work Why this team stands out: Caseloads are kept manageable and are evenly distributed, so you won't feel overwhelmed. You'll be supported by a highly experienced, longstanding management team that truly understands the demands of frontline work. They provide regular reflective supervision and professional guidance - all without micromanaging - so you can work with confidence and autonomy. The role includes: Working on Child in Need cases Managing ongoing care proceedings Conducting thorough assessments Making informed decisions to protect and support children and families While a range of experience will be considered, previous work in Child Protection and court proceedings is desirable. As this is a statutory role, you'll need a recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. If you're ready for a new opportunity where your work is valued and your wellbeing is prioritised, get in touch today. Call Chris on , or send your updated CV to .
Support Worker Leeds Full-time & Part-time positions available - Full UK driving licence is essential Benefits Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays, pro rata) Competitive pay Paid induction and comprehensive training (including complex care) Ongoing supervision and development opportunities Career progression within a growing service Supportive, inclusive working environment Opportunity to be part of a fantastic service and team This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a new service while supporting adults with a range of needs to live safe, fulfilling, and independent lives. About the Role You will provide person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or health conditions across different care settings. Shift Patterns This role may include a mix of: Day shifts Late shifts Sleep-in shifts Waking night shifts Every other weekend working Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the service. Key Responsibilities Delivering high-quality support Assisting with personal care, daily living tasks, and health needs Promoting independence, choice, and dignity Supporting individuals to access the community and achieve personal goals Following care plans, risk assessments, and clinical guidance Working collaboratively as part of a new team What We're Looking For A caring, reliable, and professional approach Willingness to work a varied shift pattern Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting others Apply now and be part of something special. We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware it's a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Support Worker Leeds Full-time & Part-time positions available - Full UK driving licence is essential Benefits Up to 33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays, pro rata) Competitive pay Paid induction and comprehensive training (including complex care) Ongoing supervision and development opportunities Career progression within a growing service Supportive, inclusive working environment Opportunity to be part of a fantastic service and team This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a new service while supporting adults with a range of needs to live safe, fulfilling, and independent lives. About the Role You will provide person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, or health conditions across different care settings. Shift Patterns This role may include a mix of: Day shifts Late shifts Sleep-in shifts Waking night shifts Every other weekend working Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the service. Key Responsibilities Delivering high-quality support Assisting with personal care, daily living tasks, and health needs Promoting independence, choice, and dignity Supporting individuals to access the community and achieve personal goals Following care plans, risk assessments, and clinical guidance Working collaboratively as part of a new team What We're Looking For A caring, reliable, and professional approach Willingness to work a varied shift pattern Strong communication and teamwork skills A genuine passion for supporting others Apply now and be part of something special. We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. Please be aware it's a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children. Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record: When you need to tell someone about your criminal record Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Chelmsford or Norwich offices, - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £300 if placed? 2 roles 1 x Essex (Chelmsford office) 1 x Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich office) Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £36 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Chelmsford or Norwich offices, - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £300 if placed? 2 roles 1 x Essex (Chelmsford office) 1 x Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich office) Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £36 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
Close Date: 17th May 2026 Location: Cross site - Erdington & Selly Park Hospices Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: Clinical Band 6, £37,002- £44,557 DBS Requirement: Enhanced Make a meaningful difference where it matters most At Birmingham Hospice, we support people living with life limiting illness to live as well as they can - and we walk alongside their families during some of life s most challenging moments. We are now looking for a Specialist Palliative Care Social Worker to join our compassionate, expert team across our Erdington and Selly Park sites. About the Role As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high quality, person centred social work support to patients, families, carers and communities. You ll provide skilled emotional, practical and safeguarding support, helping people navigate complex situations with dignity, empathy and professionalism this is in addition to supporting hospice staff. Key responsibilities include: Delivering a coordinated family support service across both hospice sites Working closely with the Senior Social Worker and wider MDT to ensure holistic care Providing expert support around emotional wellbeing, care planning and practical needs Championing best practice in palliative and end of life care with internal and external partners Applying your expertise in safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and related legislation Completing assessments and applications for Social Care and Fast Track CHC packages to enable timely support Providing education around safeguarding, mental capacity and DOLS About you: You ll be a skilled, compassionate social worker who brings professionalism, warmth and integrity to your practice. Be a registered Social Worker with Social Work England (registration number required on application) Be a car owner and will hold a full, clean driving licence Be an authentic, open communicator who works inclusively and values diversity Have experience or a strong interest in working within palliative or end of life care settings Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven charity Enjoy a generous benefits package including enhanced annual leave If coming from the NHS or another hospice continuous service benefits for pension and annual leave Make a real difference in people s lives when they need it most The hospice is committed to developing a dynamic and diverse team, representative of the communities it serves. We ask you, therefore, to complete the Equal Opportunities monitoring form to help us in this aim. We value each person as an individual whether they are colleagues, patients, family members, carers or supporters, every person matters. We embrace diversity of culture, background and environment knowing it enriches our workplace and our relationships with our local communities. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We would love to hear from you, about what makes you uniquely you and how this opportunity will support you to succeed.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Close Date: 17th May 2026 Location: Cross site - Erdington & Selly Park Hospices Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: Clinical Band 6, £37,002- £44,557 DBS Requirement: Enhanced Make a meaningful difference where it matters most At Birmingham Hospice, we support people living with life limiting illness to live as well as they can - and we walk alongside their families during some of life s most challenging moments. We are now looking for a Specialist Palliative Care Social Worker to join our compassionate, expert team across our Erdington and Selly Park sites. About the Role As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high quality, person centred social work support to patients, families, carers and communities. You ll provide skilled emotional, practical and safeguarding support, helping people navigate complex situations with dignity, empathy and professionalism this is in addition to supporting hospice staff. Key responsibilities include: Delivering a coordinated family support service across both hospice sites Working closely with the Senior Social Worker and wider MDT to ensure holistic care Providing expert support around emotional wellbeing, care planning and practical needs Championing best practice in palliative and end of life care with internal and external partners Applying your expertise in safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and related legislation Completing assessments and applications for Social Care and Fast Track CHC packages to enable timely support Providing education around safeguarding, mental capacity and DOLS About you: You ll be a skilled, compassionate social worker who brings professionalism, warmth and integrity to your practice. Be a registered Social Worker with Social Work England (registration number required on application) Be a car owner and will hold a full, clean driving licence Be an authentic, open communicator who works inclusively and values diversity Have experience or a strong interest in working within palliative or end of life care settings Why Join Us? Be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven charity Enjoy a generous benefits package including enhanced annual leave If coming from the NHS or another hospice continuous service benefits for pension and annual leave Make a real difference in people s lives when they need it most The hospice is committed to developing a dynamic and diverse team, representative of the communities it serves. We ask you, therefore, to complete the Equal Opportunities monitoring form to help us in this aim. We value each person as an individual whether they are colleagues, patients, family members, carers or supporters, every person matters. We embrace diversity of culture, background and environment knowing it enriches our workplace and our relationships with our local communities. We are committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We would love to hear from you, about what makes you uniquely you and how this opportunity will support you to succeed.
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Knowsley, Merseyside
Are you an experienced Practitioner Psychologist looking to take the next step in your career? If so, join Victoria Gardens, Huyton, Liverpool is a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. This is an opportunity to change lives for the better and help some of the most vulnerable people in society. Reporting directly to the Consultant Psychologist, you will be responsible for individual and group interventions, diagnostic and cognitive assessments, MDT working and risk assessments. You will also facilitate staff reflective practice sessions and be requested to design and deliver training. As a Practitioner Psychologist, you will have experience and knowledge in carrying a service user's caseload, including assessing complex needs and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatments to support their care plans. Your Practitioner Psychologist career at Victoria Gardens will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills throughout your time with us. Your professional growth is valued and there are numerous career development opportunities on offer. There is an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career. It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment, a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Psychologist you will be: Participating in the assessment of referrals, and to provide initial assessment service users referred to the service. Undertaking high quality direct (assessment & therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory, and evaluative) specialist psychological interventions and making autonomous clinical decisions. Working therapeutically with service users with complex presentations, undertake the assessments using a broad range of structured psychometric and semi structured clinical methods. Formulating and implementing plans of specialist psychological treatment or management of patients' mental health needs based on a multi-factorial psychological understanding and current evidence based best practice. Being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of clinical work and care. Maintaining high standards of care in all areas of practice and in accordance the HCPC Code of Conduct, professional guidelines and Company Policies and Procedures. To be successful in this role, you'll need: Have BPS recognised psychology degrees Be HCPC registered Have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications Be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division Have understanding of evidence-based psychological practice Have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a clinical/neuro Be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits Have previous experience of conducting research and project working Location: Victoria Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 5SA You will be working at Victoria Gardens, a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. You will support the service to equip service users with the skills required for community living and increased independence. The service is a recovery based service and incorporate elements of the Good Lives Model, supported by individualised interventions. We have a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) with Nursing, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker support. What you will get: Annual salary of £58,630 FTE The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Practitioner Psychologist looking to take the next step in your career? If so, join Victoria Gardens, Huyton, Liverpool is a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. This is an opportunity to change lives for the better and help some of the most vulnerable people in society. Reporting directly to the Consultant Psychologist, you will be responsible for individual and group interventions, diagnostic and cognitive assessments, MDT working and risk assessments. You will also facilitate staff reflective practice sessions and be requested to design and deliver training. As a Practitioner Psychologist, you will have experience and knowledge in carrying a service user's caseload, including assessing complex needs and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatments to support their care plans. Your Practitioner Psychologist career at Victoria Gardens will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills throughout your time with us. Your professional growth is valued and there are numerous career development opportunities on offer. There is an extensive range of courses designed to help you grow and succeed in your career. It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment, a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Psychologist you will be: Participating in the assessment of referrals, and to provide initial assessment service users referred to the service. Undertaking high quality direct (assessment & therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory, and evaluative) specialist psychological interventions and making autonomous clinical decisions. Working therapeutically with service users with complex presentations, undertake the assessments using a broad range of structured psychometric and semi structured clinical methods. Formulating and implementing plans of specialist psychological treatment or management of patients' mental health needs based on a multi-factorial psychological understanding and current evidence based best practice. Being professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of clinical work and care. Maintaining high standards of care in all areas of practice and in accordance the HCPC Code of Conduct, professional guidelines and Company Policies and Procedures. To be successful in this role, you'll need: Have BPS recognised psychology degrees Be HCPC registered Have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications Be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division Have understanding of evidence-based psychological practice Have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a clinical/neuro Be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits Have previous experience of conducting research and project working Location: Victoria Road, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 5SA You will be working at Victoria Gardens, a specialist rehabilitation for Service Users with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. You will support the service to equip service users with the skills required for community living and increased independence. The service is a recovery based service and incorporate elements of the Good Lives Model, supported by individualised interventions. We have a full multidisciplinary team (MDT) with Nursing, Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker support. What you will get: Annual salary of £58,630 FTE The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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.
May 01, 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.
The starting salary for this position is £42,239 per annum, working 36 hours per week (pro rata for part time). We are excited to be hiring a new Social Worker to join our fantastic East 2 Area team covering Elmbridge, Mole Valley and Epsom but with a hybrid work style consisting of remote working and two days in the office (pro-rata). We are proud to consider ourselves a forward thinking, motivational team with a strong ethos of cultural growth and continuous education and learning. We are looking for individuals who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. We've recently restructured and are launching an exciting new way of working - and this is your chance to be part of it from the very start. You'll have real influence in shaping practice, building strong team cultures and helping us deliver a values-driven, strengths-based service that truly puts residents first. Our new operating model brings together Connect to Community (C2C) and Area Teams, creating a seamless journey for residents: Our C2C Teams act as the first point of response, providing urgent assessments, safeguarding, and support planning. Our Area Teams offer continuity for those with longer-term or complex needs, focusing on proactive case management and person-centred care. Our new operating model is designed to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and increase meaningful time with people in their communities, focusing on what really matters: listening, building relationships and creating solutions that work. We're proud to offer flexible working, giving you the freedom to work in ways that suit your life while staying connected to supportive, high-performing teams. Everything we do is guided by our values - collaboration, respect and ambition for our residents - and we're looking for people who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. If you want to be part of a service that's growing, evolving and committed to doing things differently, this is the place to build your next chapter. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About our Team We are a large team that support individuals across community and hospital settings. We celebrate diversity and believe that differences make us stronger. Our East 2 Area team supports those from the age of 18 upwards with eligible care support needs. We provide advice and guidance with a vast range of community resources and support networks. The team strives to safeguard those who require additional support whilst promoting independence and choice. You will always find our team friendly and approachable, whilst supporting each other with an active reflective and learning culture. About the Role As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will work across various unique projects that ensure that the people we support can enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy and meaningful lifestyle. You will be able to supervise less experienced members of staff within the team and support their development. In return for all your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012. Experience in Social Work, including assessment and risk management skills. Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of practice issues. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10/05/2026 with interviews to be confirmed Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this position is £42,239 per annum, working 36 hours per week (pro rata for part time). We are excited to be hiring a new Social Worker to join our fantastic East 2 Area team covering Elmbridge, Mole Valley and Epsom but with a hybrid work style consisting of remote working and two days in the office (pro-rata). We are proud to consider ourselves a forward thinking, motivational team with a strong ethos of cultural growth and continuous education and learning. We are looking for individuals who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. We've recently restructured and are launching an exciting new way of working - and this is your chance to be part of it from the very start. You'll have real influence in shaping practice, building strong team cultures and helping us deliver a values-driven, strengths-based service that truly puts residents first. Our new operating model brings together Connect to Community (C2C) and Area Teams, creating a seamless journey for residents: Our C2C Teams act as the first point of response, providing urgent assessments, safeguarding, and support planning. Our Area Teams offer continuity for those with longer-term or complex needs, focusing on proactive case management and person-centred care. Our new operating model is designed to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and increase meaningful time with people in their communities, focusing on what really matters: listening, building relationships and creating solutions that work. We're proud to offer flexible working, giving you the freedom to work in ways that suit your life while staying connected to supportive, high-performing teams. Everything we do is guided by our values - collaboration, respect and ambition for our residents - and we're looking for people who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. If you want to be part of a service that's growing, evolving and committed to doing things differently, this is the place to build your next chapter. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About our Team We are a large team that support individuals across community and hospital settings. We celebrate diversity and believe that differences make us stronger. Our East 2 Area team supports those from the age of 18 upwards with eligible care support needs. We provide advice and guidance with a vast range of community resources and support networks. The team strives to safeguard those who require additional support whilst promoting independence and choice. You will always find our team friendly and approachable, whilst supporting each other with an active reflective and learning culture. About the Role As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will work across various unique projects that ensure that the people we support can enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy and meaningful lifestyle. You will be able to supervise less experienced members of staff within the team and support their development. In return for all your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012. Experience in Social Work, including assessment and risk management skills. Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of practice issues. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10/05/2026 with interviews to be confirmed Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
The starting salary for this role is £70,975 based on a 36 hour working week. We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager to join our Adult Social Care's brand new Connect to Community (C2C) team within Surrey County Council's Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships directorate. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who wants to work collaboratively to improve outcomes for Surrey residents. This role will hold joint responsibility for Connect to Community, including oversight of the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism teams, ensuring timely support, strong safeguarding practice, and a personalised, strengths based approach from first point of contact. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Service The Connect to Community (C2C) team provides a pioneering, resident focused model that supports people from their very first point of contact. The team brings together a range of professional backgrounds to complete urgent assessments, connect residents to local services, and develop effective support plans. Senior leaders in C2C play a crucial role in: safeguarding and risk management providing oversight and direction for the service ensuring strength-based practice supporting multidisciplinary collaboration This is an environment that values innovation, professional leadership, and positive change. About the Role As the Senior Manager, you will provide joint leadership for the Connect to Community service, which encompasses the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism pathways within C2C. You will ensure the delivery of robust safeguarding practice that is both personalised and strengths-based, while overseeing day to day operations such as triage, safeguarding, risk management, assessment, and support planning. The role includes managing a delegated budget and maintaining strong performance and compliance across the service. You will champion a multi disciplinary, strengths based, preventative approach and work closely with NHS partners, the voluntary sector, community organisations, and internal teams. In addition, you will support continuous improvement, staff development, and ongoing service innovation. We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward thinking leader committed to excellent practice and delivering positive outcomes. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Professional qualification in social care, occupational therapy, nursing, or another relevant health field Recent experience managing frontline adult social care services Comprehensive knowledge of adult social care and health legislation Experience of leading change and driving service improvements Commitment to strengths based practice, personalisation, and supporting carers Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Your Application To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Please describe your experience of leading and managing frontline adult social care services. How have you ensured high quality practice, strong performance, and effective oversight, this should cover safeguarding, and the assessment and support planning processes and how you ensure risks are appropriately managed in complex or high pressure environments? This role will also have responsibility for the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism pathways within Connect to Community. Please outline any experience you have in these areas, or transferable skills and knowledge that would support you in leading these pathways. What impact have you made in your previous roles? Provide an example of how you have worked collaboratively with internal and external partners (e.g., health, voluntary sector, community organisations) to deliver positive change or improved outcomes. How did your leadership approach reflect Surrey County Council's values, strengths-based practice, and commitment to personalisation? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 17/05/2026 with interviews to follow. An exercise may be included as part of the interview. An enhanced DBS check including the Adults' and Children's Barred Lists will be required. This post is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. We look forward to receiving your application! Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 01, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £70,975 based on a 36 hour working week. We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager to join our Adult Social Care's brand new Connect to Community (C2C) team within Surrey County Council's Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships directorate. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who wants to work collaboratively to improve outcomes for Surrey residents. This role will hold joint responsibility for Connect to Community, including oversight of the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism teams, ensuring timely support, strong safeguarding practice, and a personalised, strengths based approach from first point of contact. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Service The Connect to Community (C2C) team provides a pioneering, resident focused model that supports people from their very first point of contact. The team brings together a range of professional backgrounds to complete urgent assessments, connect residents to local services, and develop effective support plans. Senior leaders in C2C play a crucial role in: safeguarding and risk management providing oversight and direction for the service ensuring strength-based practice supporting multidisciplinary collaboration This is an environment that values innovation, professional leadership, and positive change. About the Role As the Senior Manager, you will provide joint leadership for the Connect to Community service, which encompasses the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism pathways within C2C. You will ensure the delivery of robust safeguarding practice that is both personalised and strengths-based, while overseeing day to day operations such as triage, safeguarding, risk management, assessment, and support planning. The role includes managing a delegated budget and maintaining strong performance and compliance across the service. You will champion a multi disciplinary, strengths based, preventative approach and work closely with NHS partners, the voluntary sector, community organisations, and internal teams. In addition, you will support continuous improvement, staff development, and ongoing service innovation. We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward thinking leader committed to excellent practice and delivering positive outcomes. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Professional qualification in social care, occupational therapy, nursing, or another relevant health field Recent experience managing frontline adult social care services Comprehensive knowledge of adult social care and health legislation Experience of leading change and driving service improvements Commitment to strengths based practice, personalisation, and supporting carers Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Your Application To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Please describe your experience of leading and managing frontline adult social care services. How have you ensured high quality practice, strong performance, and effective oversight, this should cover safeguarding, and the assessment and support planning processes and how you ensure risks are appropriately managed in complex or high pressure environments? This role will also have responsibility for the Mental Health and Learning Disability & Autism pathways within Connect to Community. Please outline any experience you have in these areas, or transferable skills and knowledge that would support you in leading these pathways. What impact have you made in your previous roles? Provide an example of how you have worked collaboratively with internal and external partners (e.g., health, voluntary sector, community organisations) to deliver positive change or improved outcomes. How did your leadership approach reflect Surrey County Council's values, strengths-based practice, and commitment to personalisation? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 17/05/2026 with interviews to follow. An exercise may be included as part of the interview. An enhanced DBS check including the Adults' and Children's Barred Lists will be required. This post is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. We look forward to receiving your application! Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Chelmsford or Norwich offices, - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £300 if placed? 2 roles 1 x Essex (Chelmsford office) 1 x Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich office) Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £36 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Chelmsford or Norwich offices, - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £300 if placed? 2 roles 1 x Essex (Chelmsford office) 1 x Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich office) Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £36 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Portsmouth or Bournemouth office, covering the Hampshire area - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £250 if placed? Private Law Choice of Bournemouth or Portsmouth office Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £40 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please apply online or contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
We have opportunities for agency FCAs at Cafcass in the Portsmouth or Bournemouth office, covering the Hampshire area - for the Work After First Hearing service - are you interested? Or can you recommend someone for £250 if placed? Private Law Choice of Bournemouth or Portsmouth office Office Attendance - usually once per month in person to the office. Visits and court attendance are usually face-to-face. Induction period will be a mixture of Remote and office based. Pay rate: £40 per hour (umbrella) We are an approved supplier to Cafcass, achieving this status through a competitive process and retaining it by delivering quality, timely and compliant services. Being one of Cafcass' preferred partners ensures we will always be given priority access to any Social Work vacancies they ask external agencies to support them with. Work After First Hearing will involve the following: Working in the Private and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Private Law - If in a private law case after the first court hearing there is not an agreement about children or there are concerns about the welfare of children the court may ask us to write a Section 7 report to help the judge make a safe decision and the responsibility for doing this will transfer to the WAFH team. Public Law - In public law a local authority has made an application to the court for authority to intervene in a child's life as it is believed they are at risk of significant harm. FCAs are often referred to as 'Children's Guardians' - they are the independent person who is there to promote the child's welfare and ensure the arrangements made for the child are in their best interests. Face-to-face visits Lots of hybrid working Requirements of the role: Social Work qualified Social Work England registered Significant post-qualified experience in children & families social care (not subject to DFE rules) - 2-3 years minimum in a children's local authority social work post Recent experience of Private and/or Public Law work Court experience & confidence in the court arena A high standard of assessment and case analysis Confident in providing oral evidence when not represented by a solicitor/barrister. Ability to produce written work to a high standard Communicates effectively and demonstrates empathy with children & families within the family justice system Effective communication and joint working with a range of professionals and agencies. Be child-centred and understand how to engage with children creatively. Please apply online or contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £250 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.
Look Ahead Care Support and Housing
Newham, London
Specialist Behavioural Support Worker We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilien t Specialist Support Worker to join ou r Learning Disabilities Care Service i n Newham. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £31,117.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead . Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere Carrying out holistic assessments of new customers which incorporate relevant statutory referral information Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals Create support plans for providing appropriate services based on on-going assessment and reflecting the services and resources available to enable customer to progress in their recovery Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Essential: NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some or equivalent sector work experience Desirable: Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications and languages About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values . We reserve the right to close this ad vert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the ad vertised closed date.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Specialist Behavioural Support Worker We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilien t Specialist Support Worker to join ou r Learning Disabilities Care Service i n Newham. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £31,117.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead . Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere Carrying out holistic assessments of new customers which incorporate relevant statutory referral information Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals Create support plans for providing appropriate services based on on-going assessment and reflecting the services and resources available to enable customer to progress in their recovery Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Essential: NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some or equivalent sector work experience Desirable: Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications and languages About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values . We reserve the right to close this ad vert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the ad vertised closed date.
