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This role has a starting salary of £49,464 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a full-time position, but part-time applications are also welcomed. We are hiring a new Senior Occupational Therapist to join our fantastic Connect to Community (C2C) West 2 team. The team is based in Victoria Gate, Cobham Road, Woking GU21 6JD and supports residents across West Surrey. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Team C2C is an exciting, strengths based way of working that puts residents at the heart of everything we do. As Surrey's single front door for new adult contacts, C2C is where timely decisions, meaningful conversations, and multidisciplinary collaboration come together to make the biggest difference early on. The C2C service offers: Greater variety and pace than traditional team structures A stronger sense of impact and purpose Opportunities to develop skills in triage, safeguarding, system navigation and multidisciplinary leadership A supportive team culture that values professional voice and innovation About the Role Using a strengths-based approach, you will work alongside adults with diverse and often complex needs, including those who are elderly and frail, have learning disabilities, physical or sensory impairments, or experience mental ill health, supporting them to live meaningful lives within the community. Both roles involve frontline, holistic occupational therapy practice in a social care setting, completing assessments such as moving and handling risk assessments, and providing interventions ranging from short-term equipment provision to longer-term support. As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will also bring professional experience in assessing for major adaptations and specialised equipment, managing a dedicated caseload, and leading on holistic assessments and care planning. You will work closely with families, carers, care workers, team members and partner agencies to deliver an integrated, community-based service. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with HCPC. Substantial post-qualification professional experience and experience of providing professional supervision (support and training to further these skills will be provided). Knowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting Experience of assessing for major adaptations, specialised equipment and completing moving and handling risk assessments Strong professional judgement and confidence in managing risk Your commitment to strengths based practice and early intervention Your commitment to collaborative working, sharing professional expertise and your own professional development Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28th June 2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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. 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. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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. 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. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full- Time 35 Hours Location: The successful candidate will be expected to regularly travel to the regional office based in Sheffield. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 23,542.56 per annum Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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. 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. Role responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and supporting them to make a difference in their community. The successful candidate will be part of a small team supporting the delivery of the agency's Participation Service. Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with regional colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have some experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Some experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will have excellent communication skills, with an ability to build a strong rapport with both children and adults with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Good written skills with Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

The starting salary for this position is 33,552 per annum based on a 36 hour working week (full-time), pro-rata for part-time hours. We are excited to be hiring a Reunification Practitioner to join our fantastic County wide Reunification Support Service (part of the Children Looked After Services). We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for a minimum of 1 day per week in Woking and support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team At Surrey, we care that children have long lasting and positive relationships with their birth families. As such, we created the Reunification Support Service in 2022 which sees a small dedicated team of 4 Practitioners work alongside our Children Looked After Services to assess and support children to return home, where safe to do so. The Reunification Support Service became permanent in May 2024 due to the success of its work in reunifying children to their birth families. By joining us as a Reunification Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to be part of the team's on-going success. About the Role As a Reunification Practitioner your role will play a crucial part of our ambitious project to support Children Looked After to return to their families when it is safe for them to do so. The role aims to ensure early identification of children and young people who may be able to return home, completing analytical chronologies, personalised interventions for families such as targeted work to improve parenting, and supervising/observing family time, to support effective reunification. You will contribute to safety and transition planning alongside the allocated Social Worker and support parents and children through the reunification process, which tends to last 3-6 months. You will have the support, experience and oversight of a Social Work Team Manager. While the role is currently based in Woking, the children being supported within the team may live elsewhere in Surrey or may reside outside of the area. Visits to work with children and families will be held at the best location for the child and their family and therefore you will need a willingness to work flexibly and have the ability to travel to meet the demands of this role. In particular we are looking for someone that can easily cover the East of Surrey. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience of working within Children Looked After or other areas of children's services An ability and the motivation to work directly with children and families Understanding of relevant legislation affecting working with children, including the Children Act (1989) and the Children and Families Act 2014 A commitment to working with children to improve the quality of their lives An understanding of the NSPCC Reunification Framework Excellent written and communication skills and ability to use information technology well Surrey has both urban and rural areas so you will need to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area and transport children where necessary. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31 May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Organisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Social Worker - Adults Social Care Teams £38,976 - £52,767 Permanent Full Time Richmond and Wandsworth Would you like the opportunity to take on new training and development opportunities that will lead to promotions and pay enhancements without the need to apply for a new Social Work post? If so, then apply to our Adult Social Care Teams here at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils to shape and develop your career! Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are looking for experienced, qualified post ASYE Social Workers to join our Adult Social Care teams. The teams consist of Service Managers, Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors who work across the boroughs. Our focus is to provide a holistic, personalised, strength based service to residents over the age of 18. About the role Key aspects of the role include: Undertaking assessments of individual and carers needs and risks to encourage independence, provide support and prevent harm. Working in partnership with service users and carers using a person-centred approach, with the aim of maximising independence, wellbeing and choice. Applying social work principles and values to guide professional practice and respect diversity. We are committed to the development of our staff; our Adult Social Care Academy offers a range of professional development opportunities for staff in the Adult Social Care and Public Health Department. You will: Have a 'can do' attitude to work Continuously seek better value for money while meeting resident's outcomes at lower cost Have the interests of residents and service users at heart, and ensuring they receive the highest standards of service provision Take a team approach that values collaboration and partnership working. Have knowledge of current developments in relevant legislation, national guidance and frameworks and how to access more detailed information when necessary, including the local authority's responsibility to safeguard adults at risk Be able to make rapid judgements, at times in emergencies Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Candidates must have post qualification experience along with a good knowledge of relevant legislation and local authority responsibilities in the safeguarding of vulnerable adults. You must have good communication, decision-making and time management skills. To apply for this role please complete the application form which will ask you for CV and supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. The application process for this campaign will be anonymised. The applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. In return for your skills, knowledge and experience, we can offer you a salary up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience).We can also offer you: £3,000 retention bonus (every 2 years' service) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Performance related salary progression scheme 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (40 paid days in total) Regular reflective supervision and peer group supervision Bespoke Personal Development Plans Amazing fully funded training opportunities and career pathways including - Practice Educator; Leadership and Management; Best Interest Assessor; Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP); Social Work Apprenticeships; Coaching and Mentoring and Adults Safeguarding at Risk. Access to Research in Practice membership and Institute of Leadership and Management resources We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + additional benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting Teams Additional benefits: £5,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service - for permanent staff only) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Plus more - view our Children's Services offer here . Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives. Through a family-led approach, we empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. As more families reach out for support and transformation, our service is growing - and so is our team. We are expanding to welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you. About the Role In our newly formed Family Help Service, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is visible. This is your opportunity to walk alongside families through their most difficult moments and help them find strength, hope and solutions. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with a stable, friendly team and strong, visible leadership. You will be part of a small, skilled team where supervision is regular, caseloads are manageable and your time with children and families is protected and purposeful. Our onboarding and induction are quick and efficient, ensuring you feel supported from day one. Our Approach We believe in the power of relationships. Our Family Help model is rooted in systemic practice and built on trust, consistency and co-production.You will work with families to create plans that reflect their voices and values - whether under Child in Need, Child Protection or care proceedings. You won't be working alone. You will be part of a multi-agency team that includes Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Specialists and in-house Family Therapy and Social Care CAMHS teams. Together, we create a wraparound network of support that helps families stay together safely. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with successful completion of the ASYE. Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings. A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work. A champion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and a commitment to their rights. How We Support You You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads. Dedicated business support staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time. You will have opportunities to lead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development. Our training offer is second to none: Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and 3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more. We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways. Excellent transport links and a vibrant, supportive working culture. If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose - apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Roehampton Team: Ella Brow n , Service Manager - Battersea Team: Stephen O'Reilly, Service Manager - Tooting Team: Veronica Leigh, Service Manager - Closing date: 14 June 2026 Please note, applications are reviewed on a daily basis and interviews are scheduled regularly. We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. The welcome bonus is paid in two instalments: the first £2,500 after 6 months on successful completion of your probation period and the second £2,500 after 12 months of employment.

Social Worker £38,976 - £52,767 Permanent 36 hours Wandsworth Objective of role Would you like the opportunity to take on new training and development opportunities that will support your career progression? You will join our Adult Social Care Locality Teams, supporting residents aged 18+ with physical disabilities and older people with physical and mental health needs. You will play a key role in delivering strengths-based, personalised care that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes. Working within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, you will apply your professional expertise to safeguard adults, manage risk and ensure high-quality, value-driven services. About the role You will: Undertake strengths-based assessments, reviews, and develop personalised care and support plans to promote independence. Work in partnership with residents, carers and professionals using a person-centred approach. Identify, assess and manage risk, including safeguarding interventions. Apply relevant legislation, guidance and policy in your practice, including safeguarding responsibilities. Work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes. Demonstrate a proactive, "can do" attitude and the ability to make sound judgements, including in emergency situations. You will be committed to delivering high standards of service, achieving value for money and putting residents at the heart of everything you do. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Post-qualification experience in a statutory social care or health setting. Experience of assessments, care planning, safeguarding and risk management. Good knowledge of adult social care legislation and safeguarding responsibilities. Proven ability to work in partnership and achieve positive outcomes. Strong communication, decision-making and time management skills. Closing Date: Sunday 14th June Shortlisting Date: W/C Monday 15th June Interview Date: TBC We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 11 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health through delivery of One-to-One sessions, groups, drop-ins and Alternative Provision offer. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Increase access to community services and employment, education and training opportunities. Increase awareness of and strengthen the young person s personal support networks, reducing reliance on professional support networks. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Facilitate 1:1, group sessions, drop-ins and Alternative Provision (group) offer for young people and their families. Accurately record casework on systems as identified and provide data and information as requested to measure impact of the project and gather learning. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Able to chair or participate effectively in meetings (virtual and face-to-face) to achieve a given agenda. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Access to own car and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Workers will need their own business insurance for this. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 30/06/2026. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking 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. 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. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

JOB 791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Referral & Assessment Team to work full time for Achieving for Children based in Twickenham. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £40,614 per annum. Main duties: To safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, giving due consideration to their face, culture, religion and linguistic background. To mange an agreed caseload of children and young people in compliance with casework objectives, statutory and departmental policy and procedural requirements, consistently maintaining the highest level of professional standards. To undertake direct social work responsibilities as an allocated worker to the children and young people assigned, investigating concerns regarding a child or young person s safety on wellbeing, make an assessment of the risk and protective factors in the family and decide the most appropriate course of action. To work to range of legal options to support investigation and protection and accommodations, if required give evidence in court, using contingency planning to anticipate complexity and changing circumstances. To work with children and young people, families, carers and communities to formulate care plans in partnership, based on their assessment of need, enabling them to clarify and express their needs and contribute to their planning. To ensure the planning and review of statutory work with children and young people is in accordance with statutory regulation and to produce written reports and other documentation for this purpose. Maintain and update case notes and other records, write reports as required, if required, give evidence in court in relation to care proceedings. To prepare and maintain case records and other casework information on the Integrated Children s System (ICS), in accordance with the department s policy and timescales. To participate in the monitoring of service delivery against agreed targets, timescales and resources, taking action as appropriate to achieve desired outcomes. To keep staff and stakeholders informed of information that affects them and influences service development. To establish and maintain good communication across children s social care and with departments and agencies to facilitate the improvement and development of the service. To demonstrate a commitment to own personal and professional development and to developing and coaching others. To undertake project work and produce reports and deliver presentations as required. Ensure the wellbeing of employees and service-users by actively promoting and complying with health and safety regulations, policies and procedures. Requirements of this role: Social work qualification with registration with Social Work England. Experience in managing social work caseloads and supervising others. Experience of community and/or group work. Knowledge of children s health and social care systems, agencies, and relevant legislation. Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning Best Candidate Care at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Our client Ceredigion County council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. Job purpose To undertake statutory duties under Part 4 and 6 of the SSWBA and other key social care legislations in assessing, supporting and safeguarding children and adults who are in need of care and support or who are at risk of harm by assisting individuals and their families or networks to resolve major difficulties, enhancing their coping skills & establishing their independence and resilience. To work within current legislation and statutory guidelines, as well as Council policies, procedures and practice, in order to assess, commission and review support services and planned interventions for those who are at risk or vulnerable. To work to ensure quality of service with colleagues in the statutory & independent sector to ensure multi-agency approach in empowering service-users to speak for themselves whilst ensuring they are safe & protected. DUTIES Operational Delivery To assist individuals and families to deal with matters which cause them difficulties in daily living. To pursue or contribute to enquiries and where necessary to intervene to protect those who are vulnerable or in danger of significant harm. This may include undertaking S47 investigations, Joint Investigations /achieving Best Evidence Interviews and Section 126 Investigations. To ensure children and adult safety through Court processes where required. To provide statements and reports for Court when required. To work in partnership with people, and other professionals and agencies within the Signs of Safety model. Promote people's self-worth and rights, so that they can make clear decisions about themselves and their possible impact on others such as family, friends etc. Quality Assurance Ensure that the support in place is meeting assessed needs To evaluate the service user's satisfaction with the care and support provided To assess risk positively and where necessary develop risk management and safeguarding plans when implementing family or individual support plans or managing ongoing progress. Maintain appropriate records in accordance with Council or Service requirements, including a clear record of assessments, care plans and the provision of statistical information. General Responsibilities Under the guidance and support of qualified staff, develop the level of knowledge, understanding and skills required to evidence competence in social work tasks and meet the required standards Actively promote the Welsh language and service user language preferences as required by the Welsh language standards and More than Just Words framework. Develop effective partnership working with internal and external colleagues and other agencies Maintain a flexible approach to the pattern of work which reflects the changing needs of the service and the circumstances of the community. Promote the concept of 'dignity in care', protecting the family rights giving them voice and control and to be aware of the Safeguarding policies and procedures; taking appropriate action to protect service users. Be aware of the Council's Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) procedures and to advise managing authorities, e.g. care homes of how they can make an appropriate referrals in situations where deprivation of liberty might be a factor. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Your new company The Occupational Therapy service in Southend is a progressive place to work, and we are always developing and improving our services in line with the needs of the community. We work with adults and children and their families to help them achieve positive outcomes through a strengths-based approach.At Southend, our values and behaviours are just as important as our skills and knowledge. Find out more about the values we follow.Our Values and Behaviours - Southend-on-Sea City Council jobs (job-essentials)The Occupational Therapy service is dynamic and innovative with a diverse range of opportunities to work across our rotation. Our current teams are - OT Referral Hub Early response Reablement Able2 Community Strengths Healthy at home Housing Children Taking the exciting steps to apply for this role, you could be making an impact in one of these amazing teams. Each team offers very specific learning and development opportunities with enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleagues who can support you through induction and beyond. Should you be successful, we can work with you to ensure you meet your professional development needs in line with the RCOT Career Development Framework.Our Service is committed to ensuring that you are supported in this challenging role with the appropriate level of training and support. Some examples of what we offer are Monthly formal supervision at a minimum Monthly peer supervision Monthly service meetings Regular statutory training Clinical Effectiveness workshops Career development workshops Shadowing opportunities Networking opportunities with external providers And many more! Your new role Southend City Council's Occupational Therapy Service are looking to appoint an experienced full-time, permanent Occupational Therapist. The team support adults and children with physical disabilities and long-term conditions to live well in the community. Their vision is to promote independence, wellbeing and prevention, reducing reliance on long-term care and support wherever possible.This is a varied and rewarding role, offering opportunities to develop a broad range of skills within statutory OT practice. The post is rotational and will include work across a range of areas, which may include the Referral Hub (early intervention, triage and prevention), joint working with the Housing Team, including rehousing and adaptations, major adaptations, moving and handling and seating assessments, reablement, and preventative, strengths-based community OT interventions. The starting area of work is not fixed, allowing flexibility based on service needs and professional development.This role involves travelling around the city of Southend. A driving licence and the use of a car are essential. What you'll need to succeed To be shortlisted for this position, you will need to be an enthusiastic and passionate HCPC registered Occupational Therapist who has a range of skills and knowledge which enable you to work effectively with the residents of Southend and local areas. Have experience across mixed areas such as adaptations, housing, reablement, or moving and handling is desirable, but support and development will be provided through the rotational structure.Have the ability to apply strengths-based and person-focused approaches to your practice. Comfortable working autonomously while contributing effectively within a team, and be an effective communicator, able to work sensitively with people with complex needs. Skills Strong assessment and problem-solving skills The ability to develop close working relationships with the community and local services/providers Ability to work in a team and engage and participate within each service area. Robust clinical reasoning in line with evidence-based practice Ability to carry out strength-based and proportionate assessments A willingness to learn and develop yourself and bring your ideas to the table Ability to work proactively and independently and often from your home-based setting Willingness to participate in service development and training for the wider service Knowledge Robust understanding of the Care Act 2014 and how this applies to your assessment, intervention and outcomes. Understanding of Safeguarding within the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Broad knowledge of medical conditions and how they impact the person and their lived experience. Familiarity with moving and handling practices and legislation Understanding of the Social Model of Disability and occupational therapy within a social services setting. What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Team Manager Future First Service £51,540 - £62,451 per annum Permanent Full Time (36 hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Hybrid Working: Office based 50% of the time Are you an experienced Team Manager who is passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for Care Experienced young people? Future First, the Leaving Care Service for Wandsworth Children's Social Care support over 440 young people aged 16-25 who are in the care of Wandsworth Borough Council. As part of a dedicated, vibrant and enthusiastic team of 36 professionals, your role will be to provide leadership and management to your team inspiring them to help young people build stable and successful independent lives. About the role As a Team Manager in this demanding but incredibly rewarding role, you will manage 5 Personal Advisors and you will also be linked to linked to an area of specialism within the service and ensure that practice with Care Experienced young people is the best it can be. Currently, the areas we have are Parenting Support, Mental Health and UASC specialisms across the teams. Your focus will be ensuring that the support provided by your Team meets all the Statutory obligations for Care Experienced young people and that our aspirational local offer and our focus on relational practice is reflected in all the work done by your supervisees. You will encourage your staff to access training which enhances and scaffolds their practice, and you will monitor daily data sets to ensure that we are meeting all of our KPIs. You will be motivated to help us consistently develop and increase our offer to Care Experienced young people and enjoy spending time with young people to get feedback on how they are experiencing our support. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England and successful completion of your ASYE. Significant Team Manager experience with specialist experience in working within services supporting Care Experienced young people. An experienced problem solver, with attention to detail and a passion for improving outcomes for young people. Previous experience of working within services for Looked After and Care Experienced young people with the ability to utilise this experience to support practice within your Team. Awareness of the principles of Systemic Social Work and be motivated to develop those skills and promote with supervisees the importance and value of relational practice. If you meet the criteria outlined above and would like to join a dedicated and committed team of professionals to deliver the best possible outcomes for Care Experienced young people, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Nora Dudley by emailing Closing Date: 14 June 2026 Shortlisting Date: 15 June 2026 Interview Date : 22 June 2026 A presentation task will form part of the interview process. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

The salary range for this role is 47,142 to 58,953 per annum, based on working 36-hours per week. This is depending on experience (with a Lawyers Career Scheme providing the opportunity for permanent staff to progress to 58,953). Part time applications will also be considered. Are you looking for a new opportunity to develop your career in Childcare Law? We are seeking a Child Protection Lawyer to join our fantastic legal team, based at Victoria Gate in Woking. The Council adopts a hybrid working policy with flexible working arrangements which includes coming together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week). The team are very approachable (even when working remotely!) so there will always be someone to provide you with support and discuss matters. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role As a Child Protection Lawyer at Surrey, you will join a supportive, successful and Lexcel accredited in-house legal team that delivers effective legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council. Our team culture is one which is supportive and engaged. We have regular team away days where we connect and collaborate with one another, leaving us feeling motivated and energised about our roles. You will be expected to carry out a range of key responsibilities, which will include: Managing a varied and interesting childcare caseload consisting of both pre-proceedings and applications before the Court Undertaking advocacy on behalf of the County Council Providing expert legal advice to the Council in respect of its duties and responsibilities in respect of children and young people, including those in respect of adoption You will be supported through training, regular supervision and development plans to continue learning and developing your expertise and to achieve successful progression through the career scheme. If joining us on a permanent basis, you will have the opportunity to join our Lawyers Career Scheme which will allow for accelerated career and salary progression based on performance. Working together with frontline Children's Services to safeguard children, we play a pivotal role in the Council's drive to ensure no one is left behind. We were previously nominated for a STARS in Surrey award for teamwork and get consistently excellent client feedback. If you are interested in developing and enhancing your existing skills whilst undertaking quality and varied work in the area of child protection, we'd love to hear from you! A current Lawyer in the team says "As a team lawyer at Surrey County Council, my daily work involves working collaboratively with social workers and other professionals, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each case and fostering a holistic approach to problem-solving. This enables us to develop tailored legal strategies that address the specific needs of the children and families involved in cases spanning a broad-spectrum including PLO proceedings, care proceedings, deprivation of liberty applications, among others. In this role, I have the responsibility of representing and advising clients in diverse childcare cases ranging from initial proceedings to complex matters like adoption and special guardianship. The flexibility provided by agile working enhances my work-life balance, allowing me to adapt my working hours and locations to accommodate personal commitments while fulfilling my professional responsibilities." Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You are Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX (with family ligation and advocacy practice rights) who is eligible to practise in England and Wales and has (or be in a position to apply for) a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority. You are able to manage a full and varied caseload and deliver innovative solutions with appropriate supervision. You have excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners and professionals. You have experience of or an aptitude for advocacy. You have an understanding of and are able to uphold the values of Surrey County Council. You ideally have experience in Family Law in either the private or public sector. We recognise transferable skills and have a track record of supporting Lawyers to further develop their skills in this rewarding area. You will be trained and supported to undertake advocacy commensurate with your experience and alongside this will hold a quality caseload of child protection cases. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/06/2026 with interviews to follow in the week commencing 29th June 2026. Should you wish to join a large, friendly, dedicated and experienced team of lawyers please click the apply button below to submit your application! Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

JOB 791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Senior Practitioner within the Emergency Duty Team to work full time based in Hillingdon. The salary for this permanent Senior Practitioner job is up to £54,903.00 per annum. Main duties: With appropriate supervision, assess for and provide services to children and families in need within the framework of the appropriate legislation, regulations, departmental procedures and child care policy. This will include responsibility for children and families where needs are particularly complex and problematic. To ensure that services are efficiently and effectively provided, liaising as necessary with other divisions, Council Departments, N.H.S trusts, schools, carers, voluntary and independent sector providers. To maintain high standards of professional practice within their own workload and to promote and enhance such practice within the team and division. Senior Practitioners may be responsible for supervision of some staff (up to a level III Social Workers) in the service and share the operational management of the service. All postholders are expected to maintain professional standards of practice and to work in accordance with the Departmental vision, values, procedures and managerial guidance. To manage a caseload of children and families. Making a comprehensive assessments of need, in partnership with the child, parents, other family members and professionals as appropriate in accordance with the National Assessment Framework. Planning, implementing and terminating interventions. Making referrals to the Community Mental Health Team where adults have particularly complex or problematic needs and maintaining liaison with psychiatric services in order to promote timely and effective management of mental health problems. Formulating and updating child protection plans, with appropriate guidance from the Group Manager. To make recommendations to the Group Manager (or other budget holder as appropriate) regarding financial expenditure entailed in care plans and to undertake delegated financial responsibilities. To take responsibility within the team for the development of practice, and contribute to training, and to have liaison responsibilities and to represent the team on working parties and other bodies as required. To undertake any other duties as may be required commensurate with the grading of the post in order to meet the changing needs of the service. Requirements of this Senior Practitioner job: A social Work Qualification or equivalent. Understanding of relevant legislation. Continual professional development. Social Work England registered. Contact: This Senior Practitioner job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning Best Candidate Care at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Accommodation Procurement and Development Officer Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company that has a public sector ethos, combined with the freedom to innovate enabling us to do things differently. As a not-for-profit social enterprise owned by three local authorities (Windsor & Maidenhead, Kingston and Richmond), we offer the freedoms of a social enterprise with the employment benefits of local government. To find out more about us click here . Join a team that's officially Outstanding! Achieving for Children's Children's Services have now been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in both Richmond and Kingston. Our overall services are praised for exceptional care and a workforce that puts children at the center of everything we do. We are proud of this success and note that our specialised Fostering Service has been separately inspected and graded 'Good' by Ofsted, highlighting the quality of our dedicated fostering provision. If you want to be part of a team that's setting the standard for excellence, we want to hear from you. To find out more click here . This is a new and exciting opportunity to utilise or develop your housing knowledge, experience, and strong networking and negotiation skills to establish and develop access to private rented sector accommodation for care leavers in Kingston and Richmond. The post-holder will support young people transitioning from care to settled, appropriate accommodation. If you have the energy to facilitate innovative change and improve the lives of care experienced young people, we would love to hear from you. This is a fixed term role for 24 months. About the role The key responsibilities include: Building and maintaining links with private sector landlords and letting agents, locally and regionally, and developing and maintaining comprehensive databases for them. Working in partnership with Leaving Care Personal Advisers and the Housing & Benefits Officer to expand care leavers' access to, promoting and understanding of, the private rented sector, preventing homelessness and securing safe, stable accommodation. Directly supporting care leavers with activities such as securing tenancies, negotiations, and resolving tenancy issues, including utilising tools like the Corporate Rent Guarantor Scheme. Acting as an ambassador to promote our young people and service, and providing training for private sector renting to staff, young people, and their networks. Working closely with the Local Authority Housing Procurement Teams to ensure work with landlords is coordinated with wider efforts. If you wish to have a informal discussion about the role please contact Caroline Lisa on About you This role may appeal to a housing professional or someone with interest or knowledge in this area. We are looking for someone who understands the unique needs of care leavers and has a passion for ensuring excellent outcomes. You will show energy, innovation, and creativity. Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline and/or a professional qualification or equivalent level of experience. Working knowledge of Private Sector Housing legislation and local authority Housing Policy. Knowledge of statutory legislation and safeguarding duties; explicitly the Children Act 1989 and the Leaving Care Act 2000. Experience of working within the Private housing sector, voluntary sector housing, or a local authority Housing Department. Excellent communication, negotiation and networking skills Ability to be able to effectively develop marketing strategies and tools Experience of building partnerships and co-producing solutions across a diverse set of stakeholders, including senior managers and external clients. Experience in delivering skills workshops and producing materials to support young people in identifying and maintaining accommodation. About our benefits We are focused on creating a positive supportive environment, where you will have access to a really wide range of resources, as well as a competitive salary and all the perks to enable hybrid working. In AfC you will also have access to: 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years with an additional day off in your birthday month (Or for term-time workers, your leave entitlement consists of the non-working periods in your contract) Tailored induction sessions commencing on the date you start working for AfC Local Government salary and pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension) Flexible working options - helping to keep a good work life balance A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme A range of staff benefits and discounts An excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway To find out about all of the breadth of benefits of working for Achieving for Children click here . For our social work offer click here . For our Recruitment Journey, click here. Important Information Start dates: Achieving for Children have set start dates meaning successful candidates join on a set date in each month. Candidates are advised to prepare for this should a job offer be accepted to ensure eligible continuous service is not affected. Right to work: The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance. Equality: We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our teams. Achieving for Children are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Our client Medway council is looking for an Experienced Social Worker to join their Children's social work teams. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To work proactively and build relationships with children and families who have been assessed as requiring a statutory intervention using the Signs of Safety practice model. You will be responsible for implementing a child in need or child protection plan with the aim of safely stepping the family down or where required, escalating to legal proceedings. To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to safeguarding and putting the needs of individual children first. Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship- and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and their families. Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required. Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with children and their families. Maintain accurate and up to date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council's specific recording systems to promote effective case management. Prepare clear, structured and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.