We are looking for a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for this organisation's Fostering service in the Somerset & Devon area . This is a homebased & This position is a full-time position and a fixed-term contract with homebased working. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation works with a therapeutic approach to Fostering and the service covers the South West. This team has flexible and creative ways of working. About you The successful candidate will have Social Worker experience within Children's Social Work teams post qualification and whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? A salary of up to £42,032 dependent on experienceHomeworking allowance & Out of Hours allowanceMileage coveredHomebasedCompany pensionTraining & development opportunitiesOther benefits Hours : Full time / Permanent (12 Month Fixed-TermContract) For more information, please contact Iona Skinner / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
May 26, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior/Supervising Social Worker for this organisation's Fostering service in the Somerset & Devon area . This is a homebased & This position is a full-time position and a fixed-term contract with homebased working. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation works with a therapeutic approach to Fostering and the service covers the South West. This team has flexible and creative ways of working. About you The successful candidate will have Social Worker experience within Children's Social Work teams post qualification and whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? A salary of up to £42,032 dependent on experienceHomeworking allowance & Out of Hours allowanceMileage coveredHomebasedCompany pensionTraining & development opportunitiesOther benefits Hours : Full time / Permanent (12 Month Fixed-TermContract) For more information, please contact Iona Skinner / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 26, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 26, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £31,151.66 - £37,949.69 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, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based - Hull Covering Area: Hull, East Yorkshi click apply for full job details
May 26, 2026
Full time
Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £31,151.66 - £37,949.69 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, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based - Hull Covering Area: Hull, East Yorkshi click apply for full job details
Team Manager - First Contact Team (Adult Social Care) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £57,870 - £61,269 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 31/05/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 712483 We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Team Manager to join our First Contact Team in Adult Social Care at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As Team Manager for our First Contact Team, you will lead a vital service at the front door of adult social care. You will provide day to day operational management and professional leadership, ensuring residents receive timely, strengths based information, advice and triage in line with the Care Act.This role is key to making sure people get the right help, at the right time, in a proportionate and preventative way. At Wokingham Borough Council, we are committed to putting residents at the heart of everything we do, promoting independence, choice and control, and supporting our staff to do their best work. We're a small, supportive council with big ambitions. Our adult social care services were rated among the highest in the country by the CQC in 2025, with two "Outstanding" areas and a strong national score of 81%. We were also ranked the 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money. Wokingham Borough Council is proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, supporting a vision where everyone can live in a place they call home, connected to the people and activities that matter most. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks Key responsibilities: Manage the day to day running of the First Contact Team, ensuring safe, lawful and effective practice. Lead and support staff, promoting high standards, reflective practice and continuous improvement. Ensure strong multi agency working, including leading complex meetings when needed. Take responsibility for adult safeguarding, ensuring legal duties and local policies are met. Use performance and quality information to improve outcomes and manage demand. Understand and respond to the wider pressures the council operates within Candidate requirements: A Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification, with current registration with the relevant professional body (SWE or HCPC). Proven experience of supervising and/or managing staff within an adult social care or health setting. Experience of working collaboratively within multi agency environments. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels and across a range of situations and settings. The ability to produce and present clear information in different formats for a variety of audiences, including senior managers (for example reports and presentations). The ability to represent the Council confidently and professionally in line with its values and standards. Our area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. If you're passionate about leading people and creating safe, respectful and empowering support for adults in our community, we'd love to hear from you. Click the link below and Apply Today! Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Josephine Lukehurst, Service Manager via email Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
May 25, 2026
Full time
Team Manager - First Contact Team (Adult Social Care) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £57,870 - £61,269 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 31/05/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 712483 We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Team Manager to join our First Contact Team in Adult Social Care at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As Team Manager for our First Contact Team, you will lead a vital service at the front door of adult social care. You will provide day to day operational management and professional leadership, ensuring residents receive timely, strengths based information, advice and triage in line with the Care Act.This role is key to making sure people get the right help, at the right time, in a proportionate and preventative way. At Wokingham Borough Council, we are committed to putting residents at the heart of everything we do, promoting independence, choice and control, and supporting our staff to do their best work. We're a small, supportive council with big ambitions. Our adult social care services were rated among the highest in the country by the CQC in 2025, with two "Outstanding" areas and a strong national score of 81%. We were also ranked the 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money. Wokingham Borough Council is proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, supporting a vision where everyone can live in a place they call home, connected to the people and activities that matter most. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks Key responsibilities: Manage the day to day running of the First Contact Team, ensuring safe, lawful and effective practice. Lead and support staff, promoting high standards, reflective practice and continuous improvement. Ensure strong multi agency working, including leading complex meetings when needed. Take responsibility for adult safeguarding, ensuring legal duties and local policies are met. Use performance and quality information to improve outcomes and manage demand. Understand and respond to the wider pressures the council operates within Candidate requirements: A Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification, with current registration with the relevant professional body (SWE or HCPC). Proven experience of supervising and/or managing staff within an adult social care or health setting. Experience of working collaboratively within multi agency environments. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with people at all levels and across a range of situations and settings. The ability to produce and present clear information in different formats for a variety of audiences, including senior managers (for example reports and presentations). The ability to represent the Council confidently and professionally in line with its values and standards. Our area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. If you're passionate about leading people and creating safe, respectful and empowering support for adults in our community, we'd love to hear from you. Click the link below and Apply Today! Alternatively, to arrange an informal discussion about the role, contact Josephine Lukehurst, Service Manager via email Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Charles Hunter Associates
City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency . ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND What's on offer? up to £39,392 dependent on experience Car allowance 30 days of annual leave plus bank hoildays Mileage covered Hybrid Working Training & development opportunities About the team This small organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families having developed a trauma informed, wrap around package of support for children and carers. About you The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Fostering Social Work. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered. Hours : Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
May 25, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency . ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND What's on offer? up to £39,392 dependent on experience Car allowance 30 days of annual leave plus bank hoildays Mileage covered Hybrid Working Training & development opportunities About the team This small organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families having developed a trauma informed, wrap around package of support for children and carers. About you The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Fostering Social Work. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered. Hours : Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 25, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 25, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,081.10 per annum - dependent upon experience Benefits: Company car or 2,000 car allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service plus Bank Holidays Life assurance Company pension On-site free parking Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Office Location: Hybrid - supporting our Foster Parents across Birmingham, Dudley, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas, with an expectation to travel to the regional head office in Bromsgrove on occasions. Ofsted Rating: Outstanding - February 2024 This is an exciting chance to join FCA Midlands and make a real impact. We're looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspiring, friendly team and help drive the growth and development of our fostering services across the Midlands. With a Bromsgrove-based office and a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy the freedom to balance office collaboration with working from home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent is fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification. Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent. Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing. A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures. The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away). Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations. A full driving licence. Interested in joining us? For an inspiring and friendly conversation about this exciting role, get in touch with Rachel Lowe, Fostering Service Manager, on (phone number removed). Ready to make a difference? Apply today, and we'll be in touch with you shortly! No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd
Darlington, County Durham
Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client, recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manger to join their team. If you have a strong background in managing Mental Health Services and a drive to create positive change, we would love to hear from you! Our client is dedicated to ensuring that the individuals who use their services receive exceptional, empowering support from a team of highly trained and engaged staff in environments that are homely and comfortable. They pride themselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes. Key Requirements: Experience: Proven track record in managing Mental Health Service Qualifications: NVQ Level 5 in Heath and Social Care (preferred) Skills: Expertise in complex care and managing challenging behaviours Regulations: Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and regulations Our client is a residential care home, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health issues and complex care needs to live their best life! They are a very dynamic team and always so positive and fun! The role of the Registered Manager encompasses overall operational responsibility for the service or services, ensuring smooth operations, and effective staff allocation and management. You will oversee the delivery of excellent operational services within your area, regularly supervising Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, and/or Senior Support Workers. Responsibilities- Service Delivery: Monitor and support person-centred services within your area. Ensure health and safety of the people they support and staff. Ensure staff actions support care, protection, well-being, and regulatory compliance. Staff Supervision: Supervise and support Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, and Senior Support Workers through recruitment, coaching, and performance management. Financial Administration: Manage budgets and staff deployment effectively. IT and Quality Management: Use IT systems to manage staff, incidents, quality assurance, training, and occupancy. External Collaboration: Work with external agencies to promote the company and increase referrals and placements. Staff Development: Enhance staff knowledge and skills through inductions and training. Continuously improve your own knowledge and practice for service improvement. Interested? This is a great opportunity in a fantastic organisation! Apply today! Diamond Search REcruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy,
May 24, 2026
Full time
Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be representing our client, recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manger to join their team. If you have a strong background in managing Mental Health Services and a drive to create positive change, we would love to hear from you! Our client is dedicated to ensuring that the individuals who use their services receive exceptional, empowering support from a team of highly trained and engaged staff in environments that are homely and comfortable. They pride themselves on being innovative, solution-focused, and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes. Key Requirements: Experience: Proven track record in managing Mental Health Service Qualifications: NVQ Level 5 in Heath and Social Care (preferred) Skills: Expertise in complex care and managing challenging behaviours Regulations: Comprehensive understanding of CQC standards and regulations Our client is a residential care home, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health issues and complex care needs to live their best life! They are a very dynamic team and always so positive and fun! The role of the Registered Manager encompasses overall operational responsibility for the service or services, ensuring smooth operations, and effective staff allocation and management. You will oversee the delivery of excellent operational services within your area, regularly supervising Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, and/or Senior Support Workers. Responsibilities- Service Delivery: Monitor and support person-centred services within your area. Ensure health and safety of the people they support and staff. Ensure staff actions support care, protection, well-being, and regulatory compliance. Staff Supervision: Supervise and support Deputy Managers, Team Leaders, and Senior Support Workers through recruitment, coaching, and performance management. Financial Administration: Manage budgets and staff deployment effectively. IT and Quality Management: Use IT systems to manage staff, incidents, quality assurance, training, and occupancy. External Collaboration: Work with external agencies to promote the company and increase referrals and placements. Staff Development: Enhance staff knowledge and skills through inductions and training. Continuously improve your own knowledge and practice for service improvement. Interested? This is a great opportunity in a fantastic organisation! Apply today! Diamond Search REcruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy,
Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Bexley Rate: £17 ph PAYE or £22 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp to FTC until June 2027 Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday - 9am 5pm Our client is looking for a Senior Caseworker to be part of the Skills and Employment team providing a high-level service to people with complex needs, specifically those with history of substance misuse. You will be working collaboratively with the Pier Road Bexley project partnerships consisting of police, health services, local authorities, and specialist providers to work jointly to address root causes of substance misuse. Synopsis of Duties Working in partnership with Pier Road staff, to identify and receive appropriate referrals to the project. Being responsible for an ongoing caseload of clients, regularly reviewing progress and applying case management skills to provide a personalised service and meet all set objectives. Carrying out comprehensive initial assessments with clients to produce realistic individual action plans which are regularly reviewed and updated, providing challenge and encouragement to think differently about their barriers and make progress. Organising and deliver one-to-one and group activities to prepare clients for employment and to achieve their goals; this may include careers guidance, personal development, confidence building, disclosure, interview techniques and employability skills. Actively supporting clients to navigate and access provision and support available across Bexley making appropriate referrals to specialist support services where required. Leading on the development and maintenance of strong links with external agencies, landlords, employers and potential work placement hosts to open up opportunities, sharing with colleagues and supporting clients to take up opportunities. Supervising and supporting Peer Advisor/s working on the project and allocating tasks according to their ability and capacity; also providing support for Caseworkers where required. Overseeing and working effectively with the projects database and paper records as required; recording accurate information, activity and outcomes in line with the contract requirements and timescales. Comply with security and data protection protocols required by the project. Attending and contributing to all relevant meetings as required. Essential Requirements: Substantial experience and a strong track record of working successfully with socially excluded unemployed people with support needs relating to alcohol and substance use and supporting them to move into sustainable employment and progress within work. Experience of delivering successful one-to-one and group employment activities, applying a creative approach to planning programmes, workshops and activities. Significant experience of managing a caseload of clients presenting with support needs and achieving set objectives for employment outcomes. Experience of supervising or managing volunteers and/or paid staff. Relevant substance awareness qualification DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
May 22, 2026
Seasonal
Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Bexley Rate: £17 ph PAYE or £22 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp to FTC until June 2027 Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday - 9am 5pm Our client is looking for a Senior Caseworker to be part of the Skills and Employment team providing a high-level service to people with complex needs, specifically those with history of substance misuse. You will be working collaboratively with the Pier Road Bexley project partnerships consisting of police, health services, local authorities, and specialist providers to work jointly to address root causes of substance misuse. Synopsis of Duties Working in partnership with Pier Road staff, to identify and receive appropriate referrals to the project. Being responsible for an ongoing caseload of clients, regularly reviewing progress and applying case management skills to provide a personalised service and meet all set objectives. Carrying out comprehensive initial assessments with clients to produce realistic individual action plans which are regularly reviewed and updated, providing challenge and encouragement to think differently about their barriers and make progress. Organising and deliver one-to-one and group activities to prepare clients for employment and to achieve their goals; this may include careers guidance, personal development, confidence building, disclosure, interview techniques and employability skills. Actively supporting clients to navigate and access provision and support available across Bexley making appropriate referrals to specialist support services where required. Leading on the development and maintenance of strong links with external agencies, landlords, employers and potential work placement hosts to open up opportunities, sharing with colleagues and supporting clients to take up opportunities. Supervising and supporting Peer Advisor/s working on the project and allocating tasks according to their ability and capacity; also providing support for Caseworkers where required. Overseeing and working effectively with the projects database and paper records as required; recording accurate information, activity and outcomes in line with the contract requirements and timescales. Comply with security and data protection protocols required by the project. Attending and contributing to all relevant meetings as required. Essential Requirements: Substantial experience and a strong track record of working successfully with socially excluded unemployed people with support needs relating to alcohol and substance use and supporting them to move into sustainable employment and progress within work. Experience of delivering successful one-to-one and group employment activities, applying a creative approach to planning programmes, workshops and activities. Significant experience of managing a caseload of clients presenting with support needs and achieving set objectives for employment outcomes. Experience of supervising or managing volunteers and/or paid staff. Relevant substance awareness qualification DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are Be open, be compassionate and be bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. Due to a funding increase we are expanding our recovery team and are looking for a senior practitioner with experience and knowledge of recovery services within prison settings. Working as a Senior Worker/ Practitioner with Change Grow Live is a rewarding role where you can utilise your people skills to make a real difference in the lives of those suffering with substance misuse problems. Supporting our service users from point of entry into the service and through their recovery journey, helping with social re-integration and enabling them to lead purposeful and meaningful lives. Our ideal candidate will have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience of substance misuse issues, looking to take the next step in their career with a charity that will support your continued personal and professional development. Where: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Contract Type: Permanent Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the Role: Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey. Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement. Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support. Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks. Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community. Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services and support the team lead in driving successful partnership relationships. Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination. Lead on our mentoring and volunteer programmes, expanding the mentor offer, supervising and developing skills of our peer mentors and volunteers. Deputise for the Team Lead when required About you: Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field ideally within prison/criminal justice Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others Ability and experience of delivering mentoring training and supervision sessions to mentors and volunteers What we will give to you: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 3/6/2026 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are Be open, be compassionate and be bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. Due to a funding increase we are expanding our recovery team and are looking for a senior practitioner with experience and knowledge of recovery services within prison settings. Working as a Senior Worker/ Practitioner with Change Grow Live is a rewarding role where you can utilise your people skills to make a real difference in the lives of those suffering with substance misuse problems. Supporting our service users from point of entry into the service and through their recovery journey, helping with social re-integration and enabling them to lead purposeful and meaningful lives. Our ideal candidate will have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience of substance misuse issues, looking to take the next step in their career with a charity that will support your continued personal and professional development. Where: HMP Erlestoke, Devizes Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Contract Type: Permanent Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About the Role: Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey. Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by substance use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement. Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support. Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks. Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community. Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services and support the team lead in driving successful partnership relationships. Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination. Lead on our mentoring and volunteer programmes, expanding the mentor offer, supervising and developing skills of our peer mentors and volunteers. Deputise for the Team Lead when required About you: Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field ideally within prison/criminal justice Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others Ability and experience of delivering mentoring training and supervision sessions to mentors and volunteers What we will give to you: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 3/6/2026 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
We are looking for a Senior Supervising Social Worker to join a Kinship Fostering Team. Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s. About the team This team is responsible for supporting, guiding, and overseeing foster carers to ensure that children receive safe, stable, and high-quality care. They provide regular supervision and coaching to carers, helping them develop their skills and address challenges effectively. The role also involves ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards, completing assessments and reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to promote each child's well-being. Ultimately, the team serves as both an advocate and a vital link between carers, the agency, and wider support networks. About you A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Having a considerable amount of experience in a fostering setting is key for this position. A valid UK driving licences and vehicle is essential for this role. What's on offer? £37.54 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working scheme Regular supervision offered Stable senior leadership Monitored caseloads through supportive management Parking available onsite/ nearby For more information, please get in contact Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant /
May 21, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Supervising Social Worker to join a Kinship Fostering Team. Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s. About the team This team is responsible for supporting, guiding, and overseeing foster carers to ensure that children receive safe, stable, and high-quality care. They provide regular supervision and coaching to carers, helping them develop their skills and address challenges effectively. The role also involves ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards, completing assessments and reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to promote each child's well-being. Ultimately, the team serves as both an advocate and a vital link between carers, the agency, and wider support networks. About you A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Having a considerable amount of experience in a fostering setting is key for this position. A valid UK driving licences and vehicle is essential for this role. What's on offer? £37.54 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working scheme Regular supervision offered Stable senior leadership Monitored caseloads through supportive management Parking available onsite/ nearby For more information, please get in contact Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant /
Job Type: Senior Social Worker (Grade 9) Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham Positions Available: 2 Hourly Rate: £32.93 About the Role We are seeking two experienced Senior Social Workers to join our dedicated Children's Services team. These roles are vital in providing support and protection for children and young people in need or at risk. You will work closely with children, families, colleagues, and partner agencies to assess needs, plan interventions, and achieve positive and sustainable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload, including children subject to care proceedings and child protection plans. Provide consultation, mentoring, and support to less experienced social workers, promoting reflective and evidence-based practice. Model high-quality practice through effective case recording, report writing, and direct engagement with children and families. Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings, family group conferences, and court proceedings. Support advanced practitioners in improving overall social work practice standards. Ensure all work upholds best practice, promotes safeguarding, and protects the welfare of children and young people. Participate in ongoing professional development and training. Essential Requirements Registration with HCPC and an enhanced DBS check. Driving licence and access to a car. Flexibility to occasionally work outside normal office hours and across locations in Gloucestershire. Experience and Expertise Substantial post-qualification experience within statutory children's services, supporting children and families with complex needs. Strong understanding of multi-agency working and achieving positive outcomes. Ability to interpret and apply legislation, case law, and statutory frameworks effectively. Proven experience mentoring or supervising colleagues or students. Skilled in managing complex and high-risk cases with professionalism and empathy. Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Expert understanding of assessment and intervention frameworks. Strong grasp of attachment, separation, loss, change, and resilience. Skilled at assessing and managing risk while supporting others to develop these skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, even in high-pressure or challenging situations. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice. Demonstrated leadership in promoting a learning and development culture. Qualifications Essential: MA/MSc/BA/BSc in Social Work or equivalent HCPC-approved qualification (e.g., DipSW, CQSW, CSS). HCPC registration . If you're passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, this is your opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team. Apply today and help make every child's future brighter.
Oct 29, 2025
Seasonal
Job Type: Senior Social Worker (Grade 9) Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Birmingham Positions Available: 2 Hourly Rate: £32.93 About the Role We are seeking two experienced Senior Social Workers to join our dedicated Children's Services team. These roles are vital in providing support and protection for children and young people in need or at risk. You will work closely with children, families, colleagues, and partner agencies to assess needs, plan interventions, and achieve positive and sustainable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload, including children subject to care proceedings and child protection plans. Provide consultation, mentoring, and support to less experienced social workers, promoting reflective and evidence-based practice. Model high-quality practice through effective case recording, report writing, and direct engagement with children and families. Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings, family group conferences, and court proceedings. Support advanced practitioners in improving overall social work practice standards. Ensure all work upholds best practice, promotes safeguarding, and protects the welfare of children and young people. Participate in ongoing professional development and training. Essential Requirements Registration with HCPC and an enhanced DBS check. Driving licence and access to a car. Flexibility to occasionally work outside normal office hours and across locations in Gloucestershire. Experience and Expertise Substantial post-qualification experience within statutory children's services, supporting children and families with complex needs. Strong understanding of multi-agency working and achieving positive outcomes. Ability to interpret and apply legislation, case law, and statutory frameworks effectively. Proven experience mentoring or supervising colleagues or students. Skilled in managing complex and high-risk cases with professionalism and empathy. Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Expert understanding of assessment and intervention frameworks. Strong grasp of attachment, separation, loss, change, and resilience. Skilled at assessing and managing risk while supporting others to develop these skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, even in high-pressure or challenging situations. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice. Demonstrated leadership in promoting a learning and development culture. Qualifications Essential: MA/MSc/BA/BSc in Social Work or equivalent HCPC-approved qualification (e.g., DipSW, CQSW, CSS). HCPC registration . If you're passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, this is your opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team. Apply today and help make every child's future brighter.
We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our established team at Simonside Court based in South Tyneside. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to thirteen individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same at this service as we support service users in a supported living environment to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, attending community activities including drama, karate and discos and many more! Senior Support Worker duties include: Supervising, managing and mentoring a team of staff Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities, both within and outside of their homes Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working You will be required to support with overseeing staff deployment and rotas and to work in a flexible manner yourself including working some evenings and weekends. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies to provide holistic, wrap-around support Facilitate service user engagement, involvement and peer support Ensure that there are robust methods of quality monitoring You will provide excellent customer care and proactively communicate with stakeholders in respect to risk management and the care and welfare of the people we support. You will have a strong ethical duty of care and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. As this is a senior role, experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs is required. You will ideally have some experience of supervision/managing staff and resources and hold or be willing to work towards relevant health and social care qualifications (Degree or NVQ Level 3/4/5). Vacancy Reference Number: 87494 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 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. SVC: SMNS 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
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our established team at Simonside Court based in South Tyneside. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to thirteen individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same at this service as we support service users in a supported living environment to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, attending community activities including drama, karate and discos and many more! Senior Support Worker duties include: Supervising, managing and mentoring a team of staff Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities, both within and outside of their homes Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working You will be required to support with overseeing staff deployment and rotas and to work in a flexible manner yourself including working some evenings and weekends. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies to provide holistic, wrap-around support Facilitate service user engagement, involvement and peer support Ensure that there are robust methods of quality monitoring You will provide excellent customer care and proactively communicate with stakeholders in respect to risk management and the care and welfare of the people we support. You will have a strong ethical duty of care and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. As this is a senior role, experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs is required. You will ideally have some experience of supervision/managing staff and resources and hold or be willing to work towards relevant health and social care qualifications (Degree or NVQ Level 3/4/5). Vacancy Reference Number: 87494 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 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. SVC: SMNS 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
Now Hiring: Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Eastergate, West Sussex Location: Eastergate, West Sussex Position: Deputy Manager Setting: 4-Bed Children's Residential Home Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (Full-Time, Permanent) Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities (rota-based) Are you a skilled Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to advance into a leadership role? Do you have the commitment, compassion, and resilience to lead a team while delivering outstanding care to children in a residential setting? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and well-established 4-bed children's home in Eastergate. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position where your knowledge, professionalism, and heart for young people will have a direct and lasting impact. Your Role as Deputy Manager: As the Deputy Manager , you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth and effective daily running of the home. Your leadership will help shape a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where young people aged 8-17 can thrive. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring regulatory compliance Supervising, coaching, and developing staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care Leading shifts and setting the standard for professional, child-centred practice Assisting in the development and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural strategies Building strong working relationships with families, schools, social workers, and other external professionals Promoting safeguarding and ensuring all practices meet Ofsted standards and legal requirements Being part of the on-call rota to support the team out of hours when needed What We're Looking For: To succeed in this Deputy Manager role, you'll need to bring strong experience and a passion for developing both young people and staff. We're looking for someone who can lead by example and is ready to take on new responsibilities with confidence. You should have: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - essential Working towards or willingness to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children's Residential) A strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care Previous experience leading shifts or mentoring staff Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills A full UK driving licence What We Offer You: As a Deputy Manager , you'll be part of a supportive team committed to making a difference. We believe in investing in our people and helping you grow your career. Here's what you can expect: A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Clear pathways to progress into a Registered Manager role Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities A collaborative, values-driven team environment The chance to be part of something deeply rewarding and impactful Ready to Step Up and Lead with Purpose? If you're ready to take your next step and become a Deputy Manager who inspires others, champions young people, and leads with heart, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in Eastergate and be part of a dedicated team transforming lives-one child at a time. Apply Now Take this opportunity to become a Deputy Manager in a setting where your leadership truly matters. Submit your CV today and start your journey toward a fulfilling career in children's residential care.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Now Hiring: Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Eastergate, West Sussex Location: Eastergate, West Sussex Position: Deputy Manager Setting: 4-Bed Children's Residential Home Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (Full-Time, Permanent) Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities (rota-based) Are you a skilled Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to advance into a leadership role? Do you have the commitment, compassion, and resilience to lead a team while delivering outstanding care to children in a residential setting? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and well-established 4-bed children's home in Eastergate. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position where your knowledge, professionalism, and heart for young people will have a direct and lasting impact. Your Role as Deputy Manager: As the Deputy Manager , you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth and effective daily running of the home. Your leadership will help shape a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where young people aged 8-17 can thrive. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring regulatory compliance Supervising, coaching, and developing staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care Leading shifts and setting the standard for professional, child-centred practice Assisting in the development and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural strategies Building strong working relationships with families, schools, social workers, and other external professionals Promoting safeguarding and ensuring all practices meet Ofsted standards and legal requirements Being part of the on-call rota to support the team out of hours when needed What We're Looking For: To succeed in this Deputy Manager role, you'll need to bring strong experience and a passion for developing both young people and staff. We're looking for someone who can lead by example and is ready to take on new responsibilities with confidence. You should have: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - essential Working towards or willingness to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children's Residential) A strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care Previous experience leading shifts or mentoring staff Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills A full UK driving licence What We Offer You: As a Deputy Manager , you'll be part of a supportive team committed to making a difference. We believe in investing in our people and helping you grow your career. Here's what you can expect: A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Clear pathways to progress into a Registered Manager role Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities A collaborative, values-driven team environment The chance to be part of something deeply rewarding and impactful Ready to Step Up and Lead with Purpose? If you're ready to take your next step and become a Deputy Manager who inspires others, champions young people, and leads with heart, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in Eastergate and be part of a dedicated team transforming lives-one child at a time. Apply Now Take this opportunity to become a Deputy Manager in a setting where your leadership truly matters. Submit your CV today and start your journey toward a fulfilling career in children's residential care.
Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to elevate your career, where you can make a real difference and change lives for the better? If so, join Bradfield House in Worthing, and provide care for people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs. You will be key in supporting individuals to lead a full and valued life. It's a career that you can take pride in. At Bradfield House you will have the chance to develop your skills and career. With a huge range of courses on offer, if you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. What you will be doing: You will join an inclusive, supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with Mental Health conditions. You will have the opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to help change the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Senior Support Worker some of your key responsibilities will include organising and overseeing the smooth running of a shift, ensuring the wellbeing of all service users, responding to any challenges or concerns and supervising support staff. You will organise activities, administer medication, communicate with families and professionals, oversee daily reports, budgets, complete financial audits and complete H&S checks. It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. It is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of you; being able to do something today that they couldn't do last week. No two days are the same in this role, offering plenty of engagement and motivation. While there's a degree of routine, you can expect a diverse work environment. Our rota includes days, nights, and weekend shifts to ensure a well-balanced team effort. As a Senior Support Worker you will have: Experience as Senior Support Worker or extensive care experience in Mental Health and hold the NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care Leadership skills and experience Strong empathy and a caring and compassionate nature Willingness to support residents with personal hygiene Excellent people and communication skills, and a good sense of humour Deal with challenging behaviours Have a positive and professional approach Be reliable, flexible, hard-working and honest Be local or within commutable distance You must live in the UK and have the Right to Work in the UK full time. 20-hour Student and Skilled Worker Visa's cannot be accepted. Where you will be working: Location: 119-121 Heene Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4NY Bradfield House is part of our Learning Disability and Autism division and provides a specialist residential service for men and women with a range of learning disabilities, including autism and sensory and communication impairments. This specialist service is designed for those individuals with a learning disability who require a high level of support to live within a community setting and will continue to require this longer term. Clients may be transitioning from children's residential services, education, moving out of the family home. We are also experienced in successfully managing clients moving from services where their placements may have broken down or where their needs are no longer being met. The aim of the service is to encourage individuals to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently through a programme of active community engagement, developing meaningful social networks and developing robust coping strategies. The home has two lounges, and ten spacious bedrooms with full en-suite facilities. The home also has two fully enclosed gardens. Bradfield House is situated in the conservation area of Worthing, West Sussex, just a short walk to the sea front, and mile to West Worthing main line train station. This seaside town with a pier and promenade enjoys an excellent range of facilities and amenities. Worthing has direct train access to Brighton and London and good road links around the area. What you will get: £12.85 hourly pay rate The equivalent of 33 days annual leave Pro Rata (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Senior Support Worker looking to elevate your career, where you can make a real difference and change lives for the better? If so, join Bradfield House in Worthing, and provide care for people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs. You will be key in supporting individuals to lead a full and valued life. It's a career that you can take pride in. At Bradfield House you will have the chance to develop your skills and career. With a huge range of courses on offer, if you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. What you will be doing: You will join an inclusive, supportive team that works well together to provide care to people with Mental Health conditions. You will have the opportunity to use your knowledge and skills to help change the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Senior Support Worker some of your key responsibilities will include organising and overseeing the smooth running of a shift, ensuring the wellbeing of all service users, responding to any challenges or concerns and supervising support staff. You will organise activities, administer medication, communicate with families and professionals, oversee daily reports, budgets, complete financial audits and complete H&S checks. It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. It is hugely rewarding to see people improve because of you; being able to do something today that they couldn't do last week. No two days are the same in this role, offering plenty of engagement and motivation. While there's a degree of routine, you can expect a diverse work environment. Our rota includes days, nights, and weekend shifts to ensure a well-balanced team effort. As a Senior Support Worker you will have: Experience as Senior Support Worker or extensive care experience in Mental Health and hold the NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care Leadership skills and experience Strong empathy and a caring and compassionate nature Willingness to support residents with personal hygiene Excellent people and communication skills, and a good sense of humour Deal with challenging behaviours Have a positive and professional approach Be reliable, flexible, hard-working and honest Be local or within commutable distance You must live in the UK and have the Right to Work in the UK full time. 20-hour Student and Skilled Worker Visa's cannot be accepted. Where you will be working: Location: 119-121 Heene Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4NY Bradfield House is part of our Learning Disability and Autism division and provides a specialist residential service for men and women with a range of learning disabilities, including autism and sensory and communication impairments. This specialist service is designed for those individuals with a learning disability who require a high level of support to live within a community setting and will continue to require this longer term. Clients may be transitioning from children's residential services, education, moving out of the family home. We are also experienced in successfully managing clients moving from services where their placements may have broken down or where their needs are no longer being met. The aim of the service is to encourage individuals to lead a full and valued life, enabling them to live more independently through a programme of active community engagement, developing meaningful social networks and developing robust coping strategies. The home has two lounges, and ten spacious bedrooms with full en-suite facilities. The home also has two fully enclosed gardens. Bradfield House is situated in the conservation area of Worthing, West Sussex, just a short walk to the sea front, and mile to West Worthing main line train station. This seaside town with a pier and promenade enjoys an excellent range of facilities and amenities. Worthing has direct train access to Brighton and London and good road links around the area. What you will get: £12.85 hourly pay rate The equivalent of 33 days annual leave Pro Rata (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Senior Site Manager/Site Manager - Social Housing (Refurbishment) - Chesterfield Prosper Recruitment are working in partnership with a highly successful and marketing leading main contractor renowned for their expertise in social housing refurbishment and retrofit projects across the North of England. As the company embarks on an exciting period of growth and strategic development, and with a new regional division now up and running in Yorkshire they are seeking Project Managers and Senior Site Managers to support their ambitious expansion plans. Due to new projects won our client is looking to recruit a number of Senior Site Managers and Site Managers as soon as possible. The purpose of the role is to oversee every aspect of a construction project. This includes planning and delivery, organising logistics, delegation of work and ensuring that work is completed safely, on time, in budget and in line with contractual obligations. You will be expected to create a positive Health and Safety culture and your main duties will include supervising all construction workers, their tools and materials and making regular safety inspections. Daily Responsibilities: Oversee operational duties from inception to completion, promoting a positive health and safety culture Planning, scheduling and coordinating project strategy and design Manage the construction process, supervising all activity on-site Ensure on-site safety through risk management and risk assessment, enforcing safety procedures Build and maintain strong relationships and ensure regular communication with key contacts, reporting progress on project Manage and develop reporting staff Social value awareness Requirements: Good knowledge of Construction, building regulations and legal guidelines Experience of housing refurbishment working for a Social Housing Main Contractor, Local Authority or Social Housing Provider Good organisation and programming skills Good initiative and logical thinking skills Excellent problem solving skills Excellent time management and leadership skills Good written and oral communication Financial and commercial awareness Able to negotiate and influence SMSTS First Aid at Work CSCS Card Package: 40,000 - 55,000 basic salary depending on experience Company car (Electric) or car allowance Bonus (profit related) - annual bonus paid for the last 3 years: 15% Pension contribution scheme Life assurance scheme Private healthcare available Access to wealth management advice Social Housing - Refurbishment schemes experience required To be shortlisted for interview you must have at least 2 years' experience working at Senior Site Manager or Site Manager level for a Main Contractor within the Social Housing industry sector and have a SMSTS and First Aid at Work qualification and hold a current CSCS Card. INDAF
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Senior Site Manager/Site Manager - Social Housing (Refurbishment) - Chesterfield Prosper Recruitment are working in partnership with a highly successful and marketing leading main contractor renowned for their expertise in social housing refurbishment and retrofit projects across the North of England. As the company embarks on an exciting period of growth and strategic development, and with a new regional division now up and running in Yorkshire they are seeking Project Managers and Senior Site Managers to support their ambitious expansion plans. Due to new projects won our client is looking to recruit a number of Senior Site Managers and Site Managers as soon as possible. The purpose of the role is to oversee every aspect of a construction project. This includes planning and delivery, organising logistics, delegation of work and ensuring that work is completed safely, on time, in budget and in line with contractual obligations. You will be expected to create a positive Health and Safety culture and your main duties will include supervising all construction workers, their tools and materials and making regular safety inspections. Daily Responsibilities: Oversee operational duties from inception to completion, promoting a positive health and safety culture Planning, scheduling and coordinating project strategy and design Manage the construction process, supervising all activity on-site Ensure on-site safety through risk management and risk assessment, enforcing safety procedures Build and maintain strong relationships and ensure regular communication with key contacts, reporting progress on project Manage and develop reporting staff Social value awareness Requirements: Good knowledge of Construction, building regulations and legal guidelines Experience of housing refurbishment working for a Social Housing Main Contractor, Local Authority or Social Housing Provider Good organisation and programming skills Good initiative and logical thinking skills Excellent problem solving skills Excellent time management and leadership skills Good written and oral communication Financial and commercial awareness Able to negotiate and influence SMSTS First Aid at Work CSCS Card Package: 40,000 - 55,000 basic salary depending on experience Company car (Electric) or car allowance Bonus (profit related) - annual bonus paid for the last 3 years: 15% Pension contribution scheme Life assurance scheme Private healthcare available Access to wealth management advice Social Housing - Refurbishment schemes experience required To be shortlisted for interview you must have at least 2 years' experience working at Senior Site Manager or Site Manager level for a Main Contractor within the Social Housing industry sector and have a SMSTS and First Aid at Work qualification and hold a current CSCS Card. INDAF
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply