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Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £40.50 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Qualified Social Worker with DipSW / BA / MA Social Work registered with Social Work England or qualified Mental Health Nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council with Bsc / PGDip / MSc in Mental Health Nursing. Impact of trauma and impact of adverse childhood experiences. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Allocating duty work and providing professional support to Assistant Practitioners on duty Managing a range of urgent and complex work, including: Protection of Property duties Crisis assessments Commissioning urgent packages of care Initial management of safeguarding referral contacts Supporting the ongoing Test and Learn pilot with our mental health care provider Holding a small caseload of complex cases and leading on specialist areas of practice THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (CSS or CQSW accepted) Registered with Social Work England or HCPC (as appropriate) Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience within health or social care Strong knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation Experience of working with complex cases, safeguarding, risk assessment and crisis situations Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.

About Us Birmingham and Solihull Women s Aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse? The region s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area. Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues. We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls. Key Responsibilities - To provide specialist expertise on DVA within the Public Protection Unit (PPU) and the local policing unit (LPU) across Coventry and Solihull police stations, covering Solihull Borough. This role will support the improvement of police practice by providing tailored guidance, advice, and professional support to officers and staff, strengthening their understanding of safe, trauma informed and appropriate interventions with women and children affected by DVA. To provide information, support and signposting for women accessing WMP disclosing experiences of domestic violence/abuse. Experience Required - Influencing professional practice, including delivering training and awareness sessions Carrying out needs and risk assessments and support of women experiencing abuse Working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and young people Monitoring and evaluating projects Benefits 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Up to 6% matched pension contribution Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary) Cycle to Work scheme Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact us via our website. These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Wednesday 6th May. Interviews will take place weeks commencing 18th May.

About Us Birmingham and Solihull Women s Aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse? The region s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area. Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues. We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls. Key Responsibilities - To provide individual information, support and signposting for women disclosing experiences of domestic violence. To provide support to health professionals in general practice on understanding and responding to domestic violence. Experience Required - Carrying out needs and risk assessments and support of women experiencing abuse Working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and adults Monitoring and evaluating projects Benefits 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Up to 6% matched pension contribution Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary) Cycle to Work scheme Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact us via our website. These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Wednesday 6th May. Interviews will take place weeks commencing 18th May.

About Us Birmingham and Solihull Women s Aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse? The region s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area. Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues. We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls. Key Responsibilities - To bring expertise around DVA into the MASH teams within Solihull Childrens services to improve practice, providing guidance and support to professionals to build understanding of safe and appropriate interventions with women and children. To provide information, support and signposting for women supported by Solihull Children s Services disclosing experiences of domestic violence/abuse. Experience Required - Influencing professional practice, including delivering training and awareness sessions Carrying out needs and risk assessments and support of women experiencing abuse Working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and young people Monitoring and evaluating projects Benefits 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Up to 6% matched pension contribution Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary) Cycle to Work scheme Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact us via our website. These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Wednesday 6th May. Interviews will take place weeks commencing 18th May.

We're recruiting an experienced Homeless Intervention Officer to join a busy local authority housing service, supporting the delivery of a proactive homelessness prevention and relief function. This is a frontline, statutory role focused on early intervention, preventing homelessness and managing crisis cases. You will work directly with vulnerable residents, carrying out assessments, making legal decisions and delivering tailored housing solutions in line with current legislation. The Role - Triage new homelessness approaches, providing advice and early intervention to prevent homelessness - Conduct full homelessness assessments and determine duties in line with Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Develop and manage Personalised Housing Plans, taking all reasonable steps to prevent or relieve homelessness - Make and review statutory homeless decisions, ensuring compliance with legislation and mitigating risk of legal challenge - Assess eligibility for temporary accommodation and support placements into suitable housing options - Carry out detailed interviews, including home visits, to assess housing and support needs - Work collaboratively with landlords, agents, family members and partner agencies to resolve housing issues - Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, domestic abuse, mental health and vulnerable households - Provide advice on a full range of housing options including private rented sector, hostels and social housing - Maintain accurate case records, reports and system updates in line with policy and GDPR requirements - Liaise closely with Temporary Accommodation teams to support move-on into settled housing - Refer cases to specialist services including outreach, mental health and support providers where required - Keep up to date with relevant legislation, case law and best practice to inform decision-making Key Requirements - Experience working in a homelessness, housing options or prevention role within a local authority - Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation including Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 - Experience making or supporting statutory homelessness decisions - Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases involving vulnerable residents - Experience developing and managing Personalised Housing Plans - Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations sensitively - Experience working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners - Ability to manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively - Strong IT skills and experience maintaining accurate case records What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Options Officers, Homelessness Officers and Prevention Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

Camberwell with delivery across all London Boroughs Ref CFC-261 Are you a proactive, compassionate and collaborative individual with a proven record of successfully engaging with challenging families and young people? Do you have lived, personal experience of the Criminal Justice System and/or care system? If so, join St Giles Trust as our Children and Families Caseworker where, as part of our London Edge-of-Care (L-EDGE) project, you will provide specialist support to children and young people who are experiencing complex disadvantage and are at risk of entering the care system. About St Giles Trust An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. London Edge-of-Care (L-EDGE) is a 36-month project which aims to create positive outcomes for up 60 children and young people a year who are at risk and on the edge of being taken into local authority care. The project focuses on intervening before any formal care proceedings have taken place and provides a whole family approach. About this key role As a Children & Families Caseworker, you will deliver intensive, trauma-informed and whole-family support to children and young people at risk of entering care. This will involve carrying out comprehensive needs assessments, risk assessments and safety planning, and working alongside families to develop and review action plans that address practical, emotional and safeguarding needs. This is a highly relational, outreach-based role, requiring regular travel across London Boroughs. You will work closely with Children s Social Care and other statutory and voluntary sector services to deliver coordinated, effective support. You will also play a key role in identifying risk, including child criminal and sexual exploitation, and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses are in place. What we are looking for To have lived, personal experience of the Criminal Justice System and/or care system. Experience of working with socially excluded children, young people and adults and of providing advice and guidance and/or mentoring to them. Experience of successfully engaging with challenging families and young people, e.g. those who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs and people who are angry and confused. Understanding of the UK care system and the challenges faced by those who enter it. Knowledge of gangs, knife crime and patterns of offending in London. Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and risk management practice Understanding of child criminal exploitation (CCE) and child sexual exploitation (CSE) Strong IT skills, including case recording systems and standard Microsoft applications Please note: this role requires an Enhanced DBS check with child barred list. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, access to clinical supervision, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. If you have any queries, or require further support, please contact us. Closing date: 11 May 2026 at 9am. Interview date: w/c on 18 May 202

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,

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.

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

Candidates must; - be a car driver. - be able to attend the office 5 days during duty week (every 5 weeks) - 3 days when not on duty. - have 3 years PQE in a permanent setting. Candidate experience non-negotiables 1. Strong Safeguarding Practice & Legal Knowledge 2. Highly effective Communication & Professional Curiosity 3. Reliability, Accountability & Good Case Recording 4. Strong levels of emotional Resilience & Safe Professional Boundaries 5. High commitment to Values, Diversity & Ethical Practice Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10 May 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon. Experienced Social Workers are more autonomous in their role. They demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, striking a balance between support and control, liaising with a wide range of professionals, including more senior levels. They manage complex caseloads, and offer expert support to case conferences, and product high quality assessments and reports for a range of functions. They model good practice, setting expectations for others. They start to take responsibility and be accountable for the practice of others, mentoring newly qualified social workers, and supervising the work of junior staff. They undertake capacity- building with individuals, families, communities, user groups and voluntary organisations, and contribute their views on service provision to commissioners. Required documents at candidate submission Must have ; The worker must be eligible to work in the UK CV Enhanced DBS 5 Years References/Work History DFE Post Qualification Experience (PQE) Social Work England Registration DFE Declaration Confidentiality Agreement (Supporting documents on offer acceptance) Contract / Key Information Document (Supporting documents on offer acceptance)

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.

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.

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.

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Short Break Service for Children with Disabilities Team within Halton Council. We are looking for a Social Worker who shares our commitment to provide services that enable families of children with disabilities to have an improved quality of life within their communities. You will have a key role in assessing the needs of disabled children who have complex needs, producing a robust, person centred, Child in Need plan and supporting them to access short break services. Key Responsibilities: Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions. Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions. Lead and manage complex care planning for disabled children and their families, ensuring packages are tailored to individual needs and promote safety, inclusion, and positive outcomes. Coordinate and oversee joint-funded care packages, working collaboratively with health, education, and other partners to ensure integrated support. Provide professional leadership within the team, supporting colleagues through mentoring, reflective supervision, and promoting evidence-informed practice. Work collaboratively with providers, health professionals, schools, and voluntary agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to short breaks. Chair meetings and provide expert advice in multi-agency forums, ensuring safeguarding and best practice standards are upheld. Support the learning and development of staff and students, creating a positive and reflective learning environment. Qualifications & Experience: Social Work England registration. 3 years perm experience. Previous experience of working with children with disabilities. Ability to work under pressure and manage caseloads. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Birmingham and Solihull Women s Aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse? The region s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area. Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues. We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls. This role will work very closely with Birmingham Children s Trust Multi-Disciplinary Family Drug and Alcohol team, ensuring domestic abuse is recognised and managed safely while women and children work through the Trial For Change programme. Experience required: - Providing emotional and practical support to families with diverse and complex needs including domestic violence, substance misuse and mental health issues - Undertaking family assessments using a variety of assessment tools - Working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults - Planning and delivering appropriate programmes of direct work and evaluating their effectiveness Benefits 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) Up to 6% matched pension contribution Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary) Cycle to Work scheme Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team. These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Friday 22nd May.

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader to join our dedicated team and help develop and coordinate our learning disabilities supported housing schemes and domiciliary services across Blackpool. As a Team Leader, you will be at the forefront of our leadership team, ensuring the effective delivery and daily operational management of our services. You will be responsible for leading a team of staff, providing supervision, coaching, performance management, and support to staff, volunteers, and students. You will ensure the provision of person-centred support that enables customers to maintain their independence, enhance their wellbeing, and enjoy opportunities for personal development. Your role includes overseeing the deployment of staff to meet individual needs and preferences within available resources, identifying training needs (both mandatory and service-specific), and maintaining accurate records. You will respond to referrals, undertake initial assessments of need, and ensure all service users have co-produced support plans and designated Key Workers. Establishing clear goals and pathways towards greater independence for service users, you will organize regular person-centred reviews, putting each person's views and journey at the heart of planning and decision-making. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies, you will provide holistic, wrap-around support. You will maintain high standards of environmental safety and quality, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Facilitating service user engagement, involvement, and peer support, you will implement robust quality monitoring methods and provide key performance indicators, identifying and planning necessary actions. You will provide exceptional customer care, proactively communicate with stakeholders about risk management and the welfare of the people we support. Your strong ethical duty of care and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals will be at the core of your work. If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss it further, please contact Neil Maguire, Area Manager via or by email: .uk. Vacancy Reference Number: 92438 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Creative Support has a corporate commitment to enabling people with caring and family responsibilities to apply for senior roles, part time applicants will be considered for this role. Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .