The Independent Training, delivered in collaboration with IPCAPA at the British Psychotherapy Foundation (bpf) and the Anna Freud Centre/UCL is seeking progress advisors to support 4-5 trainees on the Doctorate in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy training from the start of their training through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to guide and support trainees in their development as future child psychotherapists. The successful postholders will liaise with the year 1 tutor, clinical and research tutors, service supervisors and intensive case supervisors. There will be regular team meetings with the year tutor other progress advisors responsible for the year group. Outside of this, working hours are flexible. We are looking for ACP registered Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapists with current CAMHS experience, who have an active interest in working with our year tutor and staff group to support trainees progress. The role may suit new career CAPts who wish to develop connections and experience within the field of CAPy training schools. There will be opportunity to take advantage of in house training to become an Intensive Case Supervisor and for additional paid hours of clinical teaching such as practice or clinical seminar groups as appropriate. The bpf is committed to supporting and promoting equity and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to attract and support students and patients from a range of backgrounds, and therefore welcome applicants from all communities. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented at the bpf.
May 16, 2026
Full time
The Independent Training, delivered in collaboration with IPCAPA at the British Psychotherapy Foundation (bpf) and the Anna Freud Centre/UCL is seeking progress advisors to support 4-5 trainees on the Doctorate in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy training from the start of their training through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to guide and support trainees in their development as future child psychotherapists. The successful postholders will liaise with the year 1 tutor, clinical and research tutors, service supervisors and intensive case supervisors. There will be regular team meetings with the year tutor other progress advisors responsible for the year group. Outside of this, working hours are flexible. We are looking for ACP registered Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapists with current CAMHS experience, who have an active interest in working with our year tutor and staff group to support trainees progress. The role may suit new career CAPts who wish to develop connections and experience within the field of CAPy training schools. There will be opportunity to take advantage of in house training to become an Intensive Case Supervisor and for additional paid hours of clinical teaching such as practice or clinical seminar groups as appropriate. The bpf is committed to supporting and promoting equity and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to attract and support students and patients from a range of backgrounds, and therefore welcome applicants from all communities. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented at the bpf.
GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL
City Of Westminster, London
Clinical Dental Adviser Salary: £66,224 - £77,910 per annum (pro rata) Location: Home-Based Hours: Part-time - 21 hours - 3 days per week Contract: Permanent The General Dental Council (GDC) has an exciting opportunity for a practising GDC-registered dentist to become a Clinical Dental Adviser. Working in our Fitness to Practise Department alongside GDC colleagues, you will ensure that appropriate and timely clinical advice is provided on all relevant cases. We would like to hear from you if you are passionate about the contribution the GDC makes to improving healthcare services and value, if you understand the far-reaching impact of our work, and if you approach your work with the same high levels of integrity and objectivity that we do. About You We are looking for someone: With outstanding communication skills, both written and oral. Who will enjoy working as part of a team to help make reasoned, balanced, and sometimes very challenging, decisions. Who is able to analyse and assess clinical evidence and to set out their opinions about the standard of the care a patient has received. Who can give advice to colleagues about what evidence might be required to progress an investigation. Who has experience of managing a large and varied workload, bringing high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. With experience of the legal and regulatory framework within which the GDC operates. To be eligible to apply, you must be a practising Dentist without any live fitness to practise investigations or adverse FtP history. About us Our primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words; they are what make our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them. Benefits The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish. To support this, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development. Some of our benefits include: 27 days' holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) - rising to 30 days (plus 8 bank holidays) after 2 years' service (pro rata) Flexi-time scheme Employer pension contributions up to 10% Buy/Sell annual leave Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 year's service. Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy Staff discounts, including eye care contributions and discounted gym membership We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. How to apply: For further details about the role, and to apply, please click the apply button. As part of your supporting statement, please explain how your skills and experience align with the criteria in the person specification set out within the job description. A Job Description for the role is available when you apply. Should you have any questions however, please contact our Recruitment Team. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified dentists. An interest in dental implant treatment and/or orthodontics would be advantageous, but is not essential. Closing date: 23:59 on Sunday 17 May 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The GDC is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Clinical Dental Adviser Salary: £66,224 - £77,910 per annum (pro rata) Location: Home-Based Hours: Part-time - 21 hours - 3 days per week Contract: Permanent The General Dental Council (GDC) has an exciting opportunity for a practising GDC-registered dentist to become a Clinical Dental Adviser. Working in our Fitness to Practise Department alongside GDC colleagues, you will ensure that appropriate and timely clinical advice is provided on all relevant cases. We would like to hear from you if you are passionate about the contribution the GDC makes to improving healthcare services and value, if you understand the far-reaching impact of our work, and if you approach your work with the same high levels of integrity and objectivity that we do. About You We are looking for someone: With outstanding communication skills, both written and oral. Who will enjoy working as part of a team to help make reasoned, balanced, and sometimes very challenging, decisions. Who is able to analyse and assess clinical evidence and to set out their opinions about the standard of the care a patient has received. Who can give advice to colleagues about what evidence might be required to progress an investigation. Who has experience of managing a large and varied workload, bringing high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. With experience of the legal and regulatory framework within which the GDC operates. To be eligible to apply, you must be a practising Dentist without any live fitness to practise investigations or adverse FtP history. About us Our primary purpose is to protect patient safety and maintain public confidence in dental services. To achieve this, we register qualified dental professionals, set standards for the dental team, investigate complaints about dental professionals' fitness to practise, and work to ensure the quality of dental education. Our work matters and so do our people. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion by recruiting and strengthening our teams with team members from different backgrounds, life experiences and viewpoints. Equality and diversity are not just words; they are what make our teams strong and able to deliver. We want to be champions of diversity and to have a sense of belonging in the workplace, where everybody has the chance to contribute and to share what is important to them. Benefits The GDC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that provides an environment that reflects our values and culture and allows employees to flourish. To support this, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, including flexible working arrangements from day one and employee networks that aid growth and development. Some of our benefits include: 27 days' holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) - rising to 30 days (plus 8 bank holidays) after 2 years' service (pro rata) Flexi-time scheme Employer pension contributions up to 10% Buy/Sell annual leave Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave from 1 year's service. Life assurance, income protection plan and enhanced sick leave policy Staff discounts, including eye care contributions and discounted gym membership We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. How to apply: For further details about the role, and to apply, please click the apply button. As part of your supporting statement, please explain how your skills and experience align with the criteria in the person specification set out within the job description. A Job Description for the role is available when you apply. Should you have any questions however, please contact our Recruitment Team. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified dentists. An interest in dental implant treatment and/or orthodontics would be advantageous, but is not essential. Closing date: 23:59 on Sunday 17 May 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to bring this recruitment campaign to an end without notice, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The GDC is committed to equality and diversity. We encourage and support the recruitment, retention, and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds.
Social Prescribing Link Worker We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on 'what matters to me' and taking a holistic approach to people's health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you! Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker Location: Birmingham & North Solihull based in GP Surgeries Hours: Full time or part-time hours Contract: Variety of contracts available Salary: £27,619 per annum pro rata for part-time Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies. Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 31st May Interview Date: Rolling interviews, so apply early. The Role Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people's active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. Responsibilities include: Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN's Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person's priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services. Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and "assets" through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations. Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities. Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP's and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams. About You As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards. You will have: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work) Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities Experience of delivering one to one support Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check About the Organisation A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking. You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Social Prescribing Link Worker We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on 'what matters to me' and taking a holistic approach to people's health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you! Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker Location: Birmingham & North Solihull based in GP Surgeries Hours: Full time or part-time hours Contract: Variety of contracts available Salary: £27,619 per annum pro rata for part-time Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies. Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 31st May Interview Date: Rolling interviews, so apply early. The Role Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people's active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. Responsibilities include: Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN's Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person's priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services. Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and "assets" through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations. Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities. Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP's and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams. About You As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards. You will have: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work) Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities Experience of delivering one to one support Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check About the Organisation A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking. You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Social Prescribing Link Worker We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on what matters to me and taking a holistic approach to people s health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you! Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker Location: Birmingham & North Solihull based in GP Surgeries Hours: Full time or part-time hours Contract: Variety of contracts available Salary: £27,619 per annum pro rata for part-time Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies. Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 31st May Interview Date: Rolling interviews, so apply early. The Role Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people s active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. Responsibilities include: Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN s Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person s priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services. Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and assets through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations. Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities. Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP s and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams. About You As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards. You will have: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work) Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities Experience of delivering one to one support Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check About the Organisation A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking. You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
May 12, 2026
Full time
Social Prescribing Link Worker We have rewarding opportunity for a Social Prescribing Link Worker to focus on what matters to me and taking a holistic approach to people s health and wellbeing. If you feel you could connect to people, community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support, we would love to hear from you! Position: Social Prescribing Link Worker Location: Birmingham & North Solihull based in GP Surgeries Hours: Full time or part-time hours Contract: Variety of contracts available Salary: £27,619 per annum pro rata for part-time Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies. Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 31st May Interview Date: Rolling interviews, so apply early. The Role Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team. Social prescribing can help PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reduces health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people s active involvement with their local communities. It particularly works for people with long term conditions (including support for mental health), for people who are lonely or isolated, or have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing. Responsibilities include: Working with direct supervision from the Programme Lead/Senior Link Worker and input from the PCN s Clinical Lead GP, take referrals from staff in GP practices within the local PCN. Provide personalised support to individuals, their families and carers to take control of their health and wellbeing, live independently and improve their health outcomes, as a key member of the PCN multi-disciplinary team. Developing trusting relationships and taking a holistic approach, based on the person s priorities and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting people to community groups and statutory services. Work collaboratively with all local partners to contribute towards supporting local community groups and organisations, making themselves aware of local resources and assets through mapping and then building a relationship with these organisations. Also sharing intelligence regarding any gaps or problems identified in local provision with commissioners and local authorities. Social prescribing link workers will work collaboratively with GP s and have a role in promoting social prescribing and educating non-clinical and clinical staff within their PCN multi-disciplinary teams on the benefits of social prescribing Raise awareness of other services available within the community and how and when patients can access them. Linking into the work of Neighbourhood Network Schemes, locality Adult Social Care & Community Mental Health Teams. About You As a Social Prescribing Link Worker, you will have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Health & Social Care, Health Trainer, Health Improvement, Community Family Worker, Psychology) or be working towards/willing to work towards. You will have: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development Experience of working directly in a community based context (including unpaid work) Experience of supporting people with a mental health need and or complexities/vulnerabilities Experience of delivering one to one support Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Knowledge of VCSE and community services in the locality Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers Understanding of the barriers faced by those living in isolation Knowledge of IT systems including ability to use word processing skills, emails, the internet and able to create simple plans and reports Ability to complete paperwork, keep records and carry out own administration An interview is guaranteed to suitably qualified and experienced people with disabilities and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check About the Organisation A leading provider of services to the health and social care sector, with the aim is to reduce inequalities in learning, employment and health. As an employer the organisation is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff including provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and subsidised parking. You may also have experience in areas such as Floating Support, Befriending, Community Family Worker, Social Worker, Community Navigator, Peer Support Worker, Welfare Support, Family Worker, Family Support Worker, Benefit, Care, Therapeutic, Therapy, Advice, Adviser, Health, Wellbeing, Social Care, Social Care Services, Health and Social Care. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
HMP Wealstun and HMP Leeds Ref: PAA-255 Are you a proactive, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record of working with services/clients within the criminal justice sector, accommodation and advice/support services? Looking for an exciting new career opportunity? If so, join St Giles as a Prison Accommodation Adviser , a key role where you will be required to provide tailored accommodation support to men in custody and under probation supervision in the community, with the aim of supporting them to overcome barriers to obtaining secure and stable accommodation so that they can successfully reintegrate into society. 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. About this exciting opportunity Our successful candidate will complete an Initial Needs Assessment, using a strength-based approach within agreed contractual timeframes, before dynamically assessing need and risk, alerting to changes that could indicate change in risk or serious harm, including personal safety and safeguarding. You will be expected to contribute to the design and delivery of an effective accommodation plan which is solution focused and practical, and to advise and support Service Users to achieve outcomes informed by your specialist housing knowledge and comprehensive understanding of accommodation and local service provision. We will rely on you to engage with and motivate challenging service users from a diverse range of backgrounds, often with multiple and complex needs, while also maintaining and building new relationships with both social and private housing providers to improve sustainable housing outcomes for our service users, and promoting effective working relationships within the criminal justice sector. Monitoring progress and recording on digital systems, plus coordinating and facilitating interactive group work sessions, are also key duties. What we are looking for Experience of working as part of a high-performing team Experience of using digital technology and providing evidence for external audit purposes Demonstrable knowledge of housing and an understanding of the main issues affecting homelessness and rehabilitation of offenders A detailed understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act An understanding of how staff with lived experience can provide additional value Ability to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the issues faced by our client group Sound knowledge of the UK criminal justice system Full UK Driving Licence preferred with access to a vehicle for work Excellent prioritisation, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child and Adult with Child Barred DBS Check. We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 9 a.m. on 07 October 2025. Interview date: w/c 13 October 2025 at Leeds media Centre
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
HMP Wealstun and HMP Leeds Ref: PAA-255 Are you a proactive, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record of working with services/clients within the criminal justice sector, accommodation and advice/support services? Looking for an exciting new career opportunity? If so, join St Giles as a Prison Accommodation Adviser , a key role where you will be required to provide tailored accommodation support to men in custody and under probation supervision in the community, with the aim of supporting them to overcome barriers to obtaining secure and stable accommodation so that they can successfully reintegrate into society. 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. About this exciting opportunity Our successful candidate will complete an Initial Needs Assessment, using a strength-based approach within agreed contractual timeframes, before dynamically assessing need and risk, alerting to changes that could indicate change in risk or serious harm, including personal safety and safeguarding. You will be expected to contribute to the design and delivery of an effective accommodation plan which is solution focused and practical, and to advise and support Service Users to achieve outcomes informed by your specialist housing knowledge and comprehensive understanding of accommodation and local service provision. We will rely on you to engage with and motivate challenging service users from a diverse range of backgrounds, often with multiple and complex needs, while also maintaining and building new relationships with both social and private housing providers to improve sustainable housing outcomes for our service users, and promoting effective working relationships within the criminal justice sector. Monitoring progress and recording on digital systems, plus coordinating and facilitating interactive group work sessions, are also key duties. What we are looking for Experience of working as part of a high-performing team Experience of using digital technology and providing evidence for external audit purposes Demonstrable knowledge of housing and an understanding of the main issues affecting homelessness and rehabilitation of offenders A detailed understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act An understanding of how staff with lived experience can provide additional value Ability to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the issues faced by our client group Sound knowledge of the UK criminal justice system Full UK Driving Licence preferred with access to a vehicle for work Excellent prioritisation, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child and Adult with Child Barred DBS Check. We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role. In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. Closing date: 9 a.m. on 07 October 2025. Interview date: w/c 13 October 2025 at Leeds media Centre
Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Family Court Adviser to work within their Public and Private Law team. The role will be based in Bristol covering cases throughout Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Gloucestershire and Banes. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. Benefits: 6 month contract 3 week office based induction then hybrid working after this - 2 days per week in office Flexible with start/finish times (can be negotiated) 28 days holiday, 33 with 5+ continuous service 4 extra health & well-being days off a year Dedicated well-being days off a year Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Responsibilities: To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts by assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare issues affecting a child or young person. You will also need to be a skilled negotiator, working persuasively with family members and professionals on behalf of children. You will need to keep the child's timescale in the context of the child's journey through childhood and, where applicable, the care system, at the centre of everything you do and you must be prepared to advocate in the best interests of the child, ensuring their voice is not lost in the court arena. To be considered for the Social Worker role: 3+ years experience of working within a similar childrens social work setting Registered with Social Work England Manage full and complex caseloads Must be child focused able to demonstrate the ability to implement relationship based and systemic based practise Good knowledge of the issues and risks faced by children and families and know the procedures to manage these Possess good IT skills To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today Or for more information or confidential discussion please call Lynne Thomson Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Family Court Adviser to work within their Public and Private Law team. The role will be based in Bristol covering cases throughout Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, Gloucestershire and Banes. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. Benefits: 6 month contract 3 week office based induction then hybrid working after this - 2 days per week in office Flexible with start/finish times (can be negotiated) 28 days holiday, 33 with 5+ continuous service 4 extra health & well-being days off a year Dedicated well-being days off a year Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Responsibilities: To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts by assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare issues affecting a child or young person. You will also need to be a skilled negotiator, working persuasively with family members and professionals on behalf of children. You will need to keep the child's timescale in the context of the child's journey through childhood and, where applicable, the care system, at the centre of everything you do and you must be prepared to advocate in the best interests of the child, ensuring their voice is not lost in the court arena. To be considered for the Social Worker role: 3+ years experience of working within a similar childrens social work setting Registered with Social Work England Manage full and complex caseloads Must be child focused able to demonstrate the ability to implement relationship based and systemic based practise Good knowledge of the issues and risks faced by children and families and know the procedures to manage these Possess good IT skills To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today Or for more information or confidential discussion please call Lynne Thomson Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
