Adecco are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Officer with a strong background in tenancy management to take ownership of a large, diverse patch. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing complex tenancies, delivering visible services, and building strong relationships with residents and partners. Housing Officer - Tenancy Management Public Sector - Local Authority Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Temporary Role - 3 months with likely extension 22.41 per hour PAYE / 29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - min. 3 days in office / visits, remainder at home IT equipment provided ASAP start The Role As a Housing Officer, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality housing management service across a large geographical area. You will act as the key point of contact for tenants and leaseholders, ensuring excellent customer service and sustained tenancies. Key responsibilities include: Managing a large patch, taking full ownership of tenancy and estate management Handling complex tenancy issues, including enforcement and legal action Investigating and resolving anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases Carrying out estate inspections and identifying improvements Supporting vulnerable residents to sustain their tenancies Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and external agencies Responding to complaints, enquiries, and casework professionally and efficiently About You We are looking for a confident and resilient individual with strong tenancy experience and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will have: Proven experience in tenancy management within social housing Experience managing a large patch and complex caseloads Strong knowledge of housing legislation and ASB processes Experience preparing cases for legal action and court Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure A proactive, solutions-focused approach Why Apply? Opportunity to work in a challenging but rewarding frontline role Make a real impact on residents and communities Gain experience managing a large and varied housing patch Work with a supportive and collaborative team If you are an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next contract and confident managing tenancies at scale, apply today through Adecco. This role is subject to a Basic Level DBS Check. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Jun 16, 2026
Contractor
Adecco are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Officer with a strong background in tenancy management to take ownership of a large, diverse patch. This is an excellent opportunity for a housing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing complex tenancies, delivering visible services, and building strong relationships with residents and partners. Housing Officer - Tenancy Management Public Sector - Local Authority Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Temporary Role - 3 months with likely extension 22.41 per hour PAYE / 29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - min. 3 days in office / visits, remainder at home IT equipment provided ASAP start The Role As a Housing Officer, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality housing management service across a large geographical area. You will act as the key point of contact for tenants and leaseholders, ensuring excellent customer service and sustained tenancies. Key responsibilities include: Managing a large patch, taking full ownership of tenancy and estate management Handling complex tenancy issues, including enforcement and legal action Investigating and resolving anti-social behaviour (ASB) cases Carrying out estate inspections and identifying improvements Supporting vulnerable residents to sustain their tenancies Working closely with internal teams, contractors, and external agencies Responding to complaints, enquiries, and casework professionally and efficiently About You We are looking for a confident and resilient individual with strong tenancy experience and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will have: Proven experience in tenancy management within social housing Experience managing a large patch and complex caseloads Strong knowledge of housing legislation and ASB processes Experience preparing cases for legal action and court Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to prioritise effectively and work under pressure A proactive, solutions-focused approach Why Apply? Opportunity to work in a challenging but rewarding frontline role Make a real impact on residents and communities Gain experience managing a large and varied housing patch Work with a supportive and collaborative team If you are an experienced Housing Officer looking for your next contract and confident managing tenancies at scale, apply today through Adecco. This role is subject to a Basic Level DBS Check. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES AND LB WANDSWORTH
Wandsworth, London
Children's Social Worker - Children Looked After Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + Benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Benefits: 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. We empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. At the core of our work with Children Looked After, we recognise the importance of their relationships and therefore work closely with the children and young people family members and or other significant people in their lives. We 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 As a (Senior) Social Worker, you will be joining one of the three Children Looked After Teams. Each team is made up of a Team Manager and five Social Workers. Your work will be supported by Systemic Practitioners and Specialist Practitioners. In this role, you will be supporting children who are living with relatives, friends, foster families, prospective adopters, or in children's homes and semi-independent settings. Your primary responsibility will be to build sustainable relationships with these children and plan for their permanence, ensuring their safety and supporting them in taking the necessary steps towards independence. You will be conducting regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plans, which will allow you to nurture and develop meaningful relationships with children and young people.By understanding and interpreting their wishes, you will be able to champion and support them in reaching their full potential. Occasionally, you may be required to prepare reports and attend court hearings. In this challenging but rewarding role, you will receive regular supervision and consultations with our Clinical Family Therapy service to ensure you have the necessary support. Additionally, you will work alongside other social workers, placement support officers, and partnership organisations such as Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and Independent Reviewing Officers. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with successful completion of your ASYE. Previous experience of working with Looked After Children. 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. Contact Details For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Eric Mensah, Service Manager - Children Looked After and Fostering Closing date: 28 June 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c 29 June 2026 Interview date: w/c 6 July 2026 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.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Children's Social Worker - Children Looked After Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + Benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Benefits: 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. We empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. At the core of our work with Children Looked After, we recognise the importance of their relationships and therefore work closely with the children and young people family members and or other significant people in their lives. We 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 As a (Senior) Social Worker, you will be joining one of the three Children Looked After Teams. Each team is made up of a Team Manager and five Social Workers. Your work will be supported by Systemic Practitioners and Specialist Practitioners. In this role, you will be supporting children who are living with relatives, friends, foster families, prospective adopters, or in children's homes and semi-independent settings. Your primary responsibility will be to build sustainable relationships with these children and plan for their permanence, ensuring their safety and supporting them in taking the necessary steps towards independence. You will be conducting regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plans, which will allow you to nurture and develop meaningful relationships with children and young people.By understanding and interpreting their wishes, you will be able to champion and support them in reaching their full potential. Occasionally, you may be required to prepare reports and attend court hearings. In this challenging but rewarding role, you will receive regular supervision and consultations with our Clinical Family Therapy service to ensure you have the necessary support. Additionally, you will work alongside other social workers, placement support officers, and partnership organisations such as Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and Independent Reviewing Officers. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with successful completion of your ASYE. Previous experience of working with Looked After Children. 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. Contact Details For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Eric Mensah, Service Manager - Children Looked After and Fostering Closing date: 28 June 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c 29 June 2026 Interview date: w/c 6 July 2026 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.
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
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team Salary BCP Band I (SCP 28-31) £39,152 - £41,771 per annum pro rata, plus £4,234 per annum & Band J (SCP 32-35) - £42,839 - £46,142 per annum, plus £5,719 contractual supplement per annum From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role (Level 2 - 3) will be £42,839 - £53,460 (pro rata for part time colleagues) from 1 December 2025 and pay protection will not apply. Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 2 is a fixed amount of £4,234 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £1,331 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 3 is a fixed amount of £5,719 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £3,249 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Recruitment and Retention Supplements are in addition to the base salary. They are temporary, and awarded solely at the discretion of BCP Council, in accordance with our Interim Salary Supplement policy, which will be replaced by the new Pay and Allowances policy being introduced on 1 December 2025. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure This is what our current workforce say about working for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) in Dorset. "I've never felt so supported" "BCP is like '"One big family which is really rewarding." "I think just because you can do a lots of different direct work with the children. For example, I last year was able to go crabbing and it was the family's idea and literally I was like, 'What is crabbing?' And they were like, 'We'll show you And we went down to one of the beaches and, yeah, were literally collecting crabs. It was so fascinating." About our team: Safeguarding is everyone's business and whilst the initial assessment of risk takes place in the assessment service, the Children and Families First teams are here for those families where longer-term intervention at level 4 is required to reduce risk and achieve positive change. The Children and Families First teams work with families where children have been assessed to be children in need or at risk of harm. Assessments and plans are reviewed on a regular basis to prevent drift and to ensure the child's journey progresses in a timely way. The team work closely with families and a range of other agencies to support children who are subject to child in need and child protection plans and in some cases children at the early stages of being looked after . The teams use a range of interventions within our restorative practice framework to address and reduce risk. Key areas for consideration in the teams are co-production, safety planning, strong relationships with children, early permanence planning and legal interventions in circumstances where children are not considered safe in their family. There are 6 Children and Families First teams, each consisting of a Team Manager, ATM , 7 social workers and a family support practitioner. All statutory teams are co located within the Civic Centre, Bournemouth, but work flexibly across the BCP area. Are you also passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is looking for dedicated, compassionate and experienced Social Workers to join our team at Levels 2 & 3 We are proud to have achieved a GOOD rating from Ofsted in Dec 2024, recognising our commitment to providing excellent care and support for children and families. At BCP, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to continuing building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help us continue delivering outstanding care to children in our community. If you are an experienced Social Worker we want to hear from you. If you are reflective, proactive and resilient, have the desire to make a real difference and ensure children and their voices are at the heart of everything you do, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council could be the place for you? It is a really exciting time here in BCP Children's Services and you have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people and impacting on our improvement journey. We are committed to recruiting, developing and supporting outstanding dedicated social workers, to enable our children to grow and flourish. If you like a challenge, want to work in an authority where you can feel the difference you are making, then please give us a call. If you are interested in this level of social work, you will need to: have experience of a mentoring role in front line SW of less experienced staff including new and newly qualified staff, and SW students on placement; have post-qualifying award (e.g Practice Education), and/or be willing to undertake Practice Education training; be already working to the DfE Knowledge and Skills statements for child and family practitioners; be able to work with very complex referrals and complex casework and have high quality skills in analysis of risk and decision making; have strong and confident presentation skills; have strong conflict resolution skills; have a commitment to continuous professional development; develop and maintain a professional network, to share expertise and in order to support the outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. We will require you to: be able to travel across the full Council area in a timely manner. have significant experience of front line SW safeguarding. We can offer you: Full induction, with a very supportive Practice Fundamentals offer. Clear career progression pathway and excellent learning opportunities. Manageable and diverse caseloads. Regular Supervision. 25 days annual leave (pro rata, for those without continuous service), plus bank holidays. Competitive salary with access to local government pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements in our newly refurbished Civic Offices with Local Offices near to where you need to work. Employee Assistance Programme. Relocation Scheme. Staff network groups. For an informal discussion about any of the roles above, please contact: Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO&Court at Check out our academy website for more details BCP Partnership Academy About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. From 1 December 2025, we're proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it's flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we're excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that's evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Attached documents Social Worker JD and PS BCP.pdf
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team Salary BCP Band I (SCP 28-31) £39,152 - £41,771 per annum pro rata, plus £4,234 per annum & Band J (SCP 32-35) - £42,839 - £46,142 per annum, plus £5,719 contractual supplement per annum From 1 December 2025, our refreshed Pay and Reward package comes into effect, bringing a new approach to how we recognise and reward roles across the Council. This means the salary for this role will be changing. The pay range for this role (Level 2 - 3) will be £42,839 - £53,460 (pro rata for part time colleagues) from 1 December 2025 and pay protection will not apply. Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 2 is a fixed amount of £4,234 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £1,331 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Currently the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for Level 3 is a fixed amount of £5,719 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) From 1 December the Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £3,249 per annum (pro rata for part time colleagues) Recruitment and Retention Supplements are in addition to the base salary. They are temporary, and awarded solely at the discretion of BCP Council, in accordance with our Interim Salary Supplement policy, which will be replaced by the new Pay and Allowances policy being introduced on 1 December 2025. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure This is what our current workforce say about working for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) in Dorset. "I've never felt so supported" "BCP is like '"One big family which is really rewarding." "I think just because you can do a lots of different direct work with the children. For example, I last year was able to go crabbing and it was the family's idea and literally I was like, 'What is crabbing?' And they were like, 'We'll show you And we went down to one of the beaches and, yeah, were literally collecting crabs. It was so fascinating." About our team: Safeguarding is everyone's business and whilst the initial assessment of risk takes place in the assessment service, the Children and Families First teams are here for those families where longer-term intervention at level 4 is required to reduce risk and achieve positive change. The Children and Families First teams work with families where children have been assessed to be children in need or at risk of harm. Assessments and plans are reviewed on a regular basis to prevent drift and to ensure the child's journey progresses in a timely way. The team work closely with families and a range of other agencies to support children who are subject to child in need and child protection plans and in some cases children at the early stages of being looked after . The teams use a range of interventions within our restorative practice framework to address and reduce risk. Key areas for consideration in the teams are co-production, safety planning, strong relationships with children, early permanence planning and legal interventions in circumstances where children are not considered safe in their family. There are 6 Children and Families First teams, each consisting of a Team Manager, ATM , 7 social workers and a family support practitioner. All statutory teams are co located within the Civic Centre, Bournemouth, but work flexibly across the BCP area. Are you also passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is looking for dedicated, compassionate and experienced Social Workers to join our team at Levels 2 & 3 We are proud to have achieved a GOOD rating from Ofsted in Dec 2024, recognising our commitment to providing excellent care and support for children and families. At BCP, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to continuing building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Your unique experiences and perspectives will help us continue delivering outstanding care to children in our community. If you are an experienced Social Worker we want to hear from you. If you are reflective, proactive and resilient, have the desire to make a real difference and ensure children and their voices are at the heart of everything you do, Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council could be the place for you? It is a really exciting time here in BCP Children's Services and you have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our most vulnerable children and young people and impacting on our improvement journey. We are committed to recruiting, developing and supporting outstanding dedicated social workers, to enable our children to grow and flourish. If you like a challenge, want to work in an authority where you can feel the difference you are making, then please give us a call. If you are interested in this level of social work, you will need to: have experience of a mentoring role in front line SW of less experienced staff including new and newly qualified staff, and SW students on placement; have post-qualifying award (e.g Practice Education), and/or be willing to undertake Practice Education training; be already working to the DfE Knowledge and Skills statements for child and family practitioners; be able to work with very complex referrals and complex casework and have high quality skills in analysis of risk and decision making; have strong and confident presentation skills; have strong conflict resolution skills; have a commitment to continuous professional development; develop and maintain a professional network, to share expertise and in order to support the outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. We will require you to: be able to travel across the full Council area in a timely manner. have significant experience of front line SW safeguarding. We can offer you: Full induction, with a very supportive Practice Fundamentals offer. Clear career progression pathway and excellent learning opportunities. Manageable and diverse caseloads. Regular Supervision. 25 days annual leave (pro rata, for those without continuous service), plus bank holidays. Competitive salary with access to local government pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements in our newly refurbished Civic Offices with Local Offices near to where you need to work. Employee Assistance Programme. Relocation Scheme. Staff network groups. For an informal discussion about any of the roles above, please contact: Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO&Court at Check out our academy website for more details BCP Partnership Academy About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. From 1 December 2025, we're proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace. Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it's flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we're excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that's evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details. Attached documents Social Worker JD and PS BCP.pdf
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Job title: Hospital Mental Health Outreach Worker (Bounce Back) Reference Number: 303 Reports to: Senior Community Outreach Worker Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, Monday Friday) Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum - depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Based: Kingfisher Court, Radlett WD7 / Albany Lodge, St Albans AL3 / Borehamwood Wellbeing Centre WD6 + Outreach About the Project Herts Mind Network (HMN) has formed a partnership with Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust (HPFT) to deliver a one-to-one outreach service for people who are in psychiatric hospitals across Hertfordshire, based at Kingfisher Court in Radlett. About the Role: The Bounce Back worker will use a recovery orientated approach working with patients on the ward, and in the local community, including in people s homes. The Bounce Back Worker will be based at Kingfisher Court or Albany Lodge and Herts Mind Network Centres, promoting joint working between Kingfisher Court staff and HMN, creating a seamless pathway into community support for clients recovering from mental ill health. The aims of the Bounce Back service are; to provide up to 10 sessions of emotional and practical support, advice and information to patients. We will visit patients on the ward and continue the sessions in the local community and in patient s homes once discharged. We will facilitate a smooth and timely hospital discharge. The recovery approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity, compassion and humanity. Key Responsibilities Receive referrals from the ward teams at Kingfisher Court, Albany Lodge and other appropriate hospitals across Hertfordshire. Provide practical and emotional support to encourage patients to develop their independence within their local community. Facilitate a smooth discharge from hospital back to the community. Have a solid understanding on the dual effect of mental health and drugs and alcohol. Monitor outcomes and evaluate the service. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of patients using the service is monitored and reviewed regularly. Embed a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 27th October at 5pm . Interviews to be held on Tuesday 4th November at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Job title: Hospital Mental Health Outreach Worker (Bounce Back) Reference Number: 303 Reports to: Senior Community Outreach Worker Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, Monday Friday) Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum - depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Based: Kingfisher Court, Radlett WD7 / Albany Lodge, St Albans AL3 / Borehamwood Wellbeing Centre WD6 + Outreach About the Project Herts Mind Network (HMN) has formed a partnership with Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust (HPFT) to deliver a one-to-one outreach service for people who are in psychiatric hospitals across Hertfordshire, based at Kingfisher Court in Radlett. About the Role: The Bounce Back worker will use a recovery orientated approach working with patients on the ward, and in the local community, including in people s homes. The Bounce Back Worker will be based at Kingfisher Court or Albany Lodge and Herts Mind Network Centres, promoting joint working between Kingfisher Court staff and HMN, creating a seamless pathway into community support for clients recovering from mental ill health. The aims of the Bounce Back service are; to provide up to 10 sessions of emotional and practical support, advice and information to patients. We will visit patients on the ward and continue the sessions in the local community and in patient s homes once discharged. We will facilitate a smooth and timely hospital discharge. The recovery approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity, compassion and humanity. Key Responsibilities Receive referrals from the ward teams at Kingfisher Court, Albany Lodge and other appropriate hospitals across Hertfordshire. Provide practical and emotional support to encourage patients to develop their independence within their local community. Facilitate a smooth discharge from hospital back to the community. Have a solid understanding on the dual effect of mental health and drugs and alcohol. Monitor outcomes and evaluate the service. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of patients using the service is monitored and reviewed regularly. Embed a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 27th October at 5pm . Interviews to be held on Tuesday 4th November at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
