About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Your office base will will be Syston and you will support a caseload of foster families across Stoke and Staffordshire. We offer a genuinely flexible hybrid working model, with the majority of your time spent working from home and visiting foster families. Attendance at the office is typically only required a few times each month for team meetings, training and supervision. Whether you're an experienced Supervising Social Worker, a Social Worker looking to move into fostering, or a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW / ASYE) looking to develop your career within a supportive fostering environment, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Supporting and supervising a caseload of foster families. Building positive relationships with carers and helping them to develop their skills. Undertaking visits, assessments and reviews. Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people. Providing guidance, support and challenge to foster carers where appropriate. Participating in an out of hours on call rota. Why join Compass Fostering? Career Development - We offer a variety of career pathways, recognising hard work and supporting progression into senior roles Low Caseloads - You will typically be responsible for up to 15 fostering families, enabling you to provide meaningful support and build strong relationships Competitive Salary - Structured pay grades based on your qualifications, experience and development Travel Package - 55p per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance towards the upkeep of your vehicle Wellbeing Support - Access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions through our Therapeutic Services Team Recognition and Rewards - Receive £200 after 2 years service, £400 after 5 years and £600 after 10 years, plus up to £500 special recognition for outstanding practice MediCash Scheme - Cashback for a range of medical appointments and treatments, including dental and optical care Life Assurance - Three times your annual salary following successful completion of probation Enhanced Annual Leave - 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 4 years service, plus bank holidays. You'll also receive an additional 2.5 days leave each year to cover your birthday, a wellbeing day and a half a day for festive shopping What You'll Bring A recognised Social Work qualification. Registration with Social Work England. Experience within children's social care, fostering, safeguarding, looked after children, family support or a related statutory social work setting. Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Social Workers or those completing their ASYE, as well as experience social workers and fostering practitioners. A reflective, creative and child centred approach when working with foster carers and young people. The ability to build positive relationships and support foster carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for children in their care. Experience of identifying and responding to the needs of the children and young people. Knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare legislation and safeguarding, or the willingness and ability to develop this knowledge within a fostering environment. The ability to make objective and informed professional assessments. A commitment to providing wraparound support to foster families, including participation in an out of hours on call rota. Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBC check. Compass is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that having colleagues with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthens our ability to provide the very best support for children, young people and foster families. As we continue to grow, we are committed to attraction, developing and retaining people who share our values and passion for making difference.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Your office base will will be Syston and you will support a caseload of foster families across Stoke and Staffordshire. We offer a genuinely flexible hybrid working model, with the majority of your time spent working from home and visiting foster families. Attendance at the office is typically only required a few times each month for team meetings, training and supervision. Whether you're an experienced Supervising Social Worker, a Social Worker looking to move into fostering, or a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW / ASYE) looking to develop your career within a supportive fostering environment, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Supporting and supervising a caseload of foster families. Building positive relationships with carers and helping them to develop their skills. Undertaking visits, assessments and reviews. Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people. Providing guidance, support and challenge to foster carers where appropriate. Participating in an out of hours on call rota. Why join Compass Fostering? Career Development - We offer a variety of career pathways, recognising hard work and supporting progression into senior roles Low Caseloads - You will typically be responsible for up to 15 fostering families, enabling you to provide meaningful support and build strong relationships Competitive Salary - Structured pay grades based on your qualifications, experience and development Travel Package - 55p per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance towards the upkeep of your vehicle Wellbeing Support - Access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions through our Therapeutic Services Team Recognition and Rewards - Receive £200 after 2 years service, £400 after 5 years and £600 after 10 years, plus up to £500 special recognition for outstanding practice MediCash Scheme - Cashback for a range of medical appointments and treatments, including dental and optical care Life Assurance - Three times your annual salary following successful completion of probation Enhanced Annual Leave - 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 4 years service, plus bank holidays. You'll also receive an additional 2.5 days leave each year to cover your birthday, a wellbeing day and a half a day for festive shopping What You'll Bring A recognised Social Work qualification. Registration with Social Work England. Experience within children's social care, fostering, safeguarding, looked after children, family support or a related statutory social work setting. Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Social Workers or those completing their ASYE, as well as experience social workers and fostering practitioners. A reflective, creative and child centred approach when working with foster carers and young people. The ability to build positive relationships and support foster carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for children in their care. Experience of identifying and responding to the needs of the children and young people. Knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare legislation and safeguarding, or the willingness and ability to develop this knowledge within a fostering environment. The ability to make objective and informed professional assessments. A commitment to providing wraparound support to foster families, including participation in an out of hours on call rota. Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBC check. Compass is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that having colleagues with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthens our ability to provide the very best support for children, young people and foster families. As we continue to grow, we are committed to attraction, developing and retaining people who share our values and passion for making difference.
Senior Practitioner About us We are within easy commutable distance of Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside regions. In addition, we offer flexible working - including a blend of working from home/remotely We have a strong vision for social work practice in Warrington and have developed a new approach to social work. We have embedded a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We are working alongside the Centre for Systemic Social Work, who are providing a comprehensive training programme to social workers and managers across our teams. We have three Children in Care teams, and a Care Experienced Team for our Care Leavers Each team has a Team Manager who is eager to support and develop all social workers alongside the Senior Practitioner. Our teams support children and young people who are subject to care orders and for whom we share PR who live within foster placements, residential care and also with members of their extended family. We recognise that the role can be challenging and we have a range of exciting and impactful developments in Warrington that our social workers can utilise in supporting families, including: No Wrong Door - a multi-agency hub where young people at risk of going into care get targeted support to cope with the multiple issues they face; this includes our own Internal Accommodation 'The Lighthouse' from aged 8 years, for Outreach and from aged 12 years for Emergency accommodation whilst we work with families for children at risk of entering care and Supported Accommodation placements with wrap around Outreach support for 16-18 year old. Systemic Hub - consisting of Systemic Family Practitioners who are assigned to each team to provide therapeutic support and intervention and provide guidance to our social workers regarding systemic approaches to direct work and interventions Family Time Service (to assist in arranging and supervising the time that our children in care spend with their families). Restore - a service designed to work with Mothers who are pregnant and have children previously moved, with the aim of reducing repeat removals. Family Group Conference Co-ordinators and Lifelong Links. Business Support - the team are able to assist with taking minutes of meetings, scanning documents onto the system and other administrative tasks. Magic Notes - AI to record meetings to ease the burden of recording onto the children's files in a timely way. In Warrington we want all children and families to benefit from high quality and purposeful relationships with professionals. We believe this will help create the best opportunities for people to change and reach their full potential. We also believe one of the most effective ways to improve the outcomes for children and families is through providing our social workers with the best conditions in which they can thrive. Here in Warrington we are proud to be graded Good overall and Outstanding in two areas - Children in Care and Leadership in our 2024 Ofsted inspection, which says;- The decisions for children to enter care are made in a timely manner and when it is in their interests to do so. When necessary, care proceedings are initiated, and work is progressed without delay. Feedback from the local judiciary and the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) is exceptionally positive. Social workers in Warrington produce high-quality evidence and assessments for court, which are supporting the timely progression of legal proceedings. This results in swift and highly effective plans being secured for children's future care. Children benefit from early planning for permanence. When it is not possible for children to live with their birth parents, social workers work diligently to explore all alternative options, including foster to adopt and special guardianship orders. There is a strong emphasis on keeping children within their kinship network. Family group conferences are used to great effect to identify potential carers for children, which enables assessments to start sooner. When children live with kinship carers, their assessments are comprehensive and support children to remain within the family, maintaining their identity and a sense of belonging. Children are visited regularly to ensure that their needs are being met. For a small number of children, the senior management endorsement of these arrangements is not consistently timely, leading to delays in assuring the appropriateness of these placements. Detailed assessments support decisions to enable children in care to return home under placement with parent regulations. Assessments include the views of independent reviewing officers (IROs) and other professionals where appropriate. Many children in care in Warrington live in stable foster placements where they are thriving, and where they have a sense of belonging and permanence. When the plan for children is long-term foster care, matching takes place through permanence meetings, without delay. Children in care are supported and visited regularly by social workers who know them well. Workers are persistent in their efforts to build and sustain relationships with children who have previously displayed high levels of resistance towards professionals. Social workers undertake purposeful, sensitive direct and life-story work with children on a range of topics, including relationships, safety, health and understanding emotions. This helps children to comprehend, at their own pace, their life experiences and plans for their futures. The role We are recruiting for qualified social workers to join our Children in Care & Care Leavers Service, experienced practitioners are welcome to apply. We currently have vacancies for a full time 37 hours Senior Practitioner post. We have high aspirations for our children and welcome those who share our ambition! So if you want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people with relationship based practice at the heart of everything we do and develop great relationships, then come and join us in Warrington where we are passionate about our work with children and families. What's needed? Social Work Degree or equivalent (e.g. DipSW/CQSW) Registered with the Social Work England Relevant post qualifying training Knowledge of wider children and young people's services including non-local authority provision Please see attached the job description and person specification for further information about the essential requirements for this this role. Benefits As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get: 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata) Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme Key Dates & Further Information The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. DBS clearance is required. If you are applying for the job internally, please ensure that you apply via the Careers Page on SAP, however if you are applying for an additional job you would need to apply externally. In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment. Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer For enquiries or an informal discussion - please contact Mags Houghton Interim Team Manager or Sandra Siwoku Interim Service Manager
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Practitioner About us We are within easy commutable distance of Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside regions. In addition, we offer flexible working - including a blend of working from home/remotely We have a strong vision for social work practice in Warrington and have developed a new approach to social work. We have embedded a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We are working alongside the Centre for Systemic Social Work, who are providing a comprehensive training programme to social workers and managers across our teams. We have three Children in Care teams, and a Care Experienced Team for our Care Leavers Each team has a Team Manager who is eager to support and develop all social workers alongside the Senior Practitioner. Our teams support children and young people who are subject to care orders and for whom we share PR who live within foster placements, residential care and also with members of their extended family. We recognise that the role can be challenging and we have a range of exciting and impactful developments in Warrington that our social workers can utilise in supporting families, including: No Wrong Door - a multi-agency hub where young people at risk of going into care get targeted support to cope with the multiple issues they face; this includes our own Internal Accommodation 'The Lighthouse' from aged 8 years, for Outreach and from aged 12 years for Emergency accommodation whilst we work with families for children at risk of entering care and Supported Accommodation placements with wrap around Outreach support for 16-18 year old. Systemic Hub - consisting of Systemic Family Practitioners who are assigned to each team to provide therapeutic support and intervention and provide guidance to our social workers regarding systemic approaches to direct work and interventions Family Time Service (to assist in arranging and supervising the time that our children in care spend with their families). Restore - a service designed to work with Mothers who are pregnant and have children previously moved, with the aim of reducing repeat removals. Family Group Conference Co-ordinators and Lifelong Links. Business Support - the team are able to assist with taking minutes of meetings, scanning documents onto the system and other administrative tasks. Magic Notes - AI to record meetings to ease the burden of recording onto the children's files in a timely way. In Warrington we want all children and families to benefit from high quality and purposeful relationships with professionals. We believe this will help create the best opportunities for people to change and reach their full potential. We also believe one of the most effective ways to improve the outcomes for children and families is through providing our social workers with the best conditions in which they can thrive. Here in Warrington we are proud to be graded Good overall and Outstanding in two areas - Children in Care and Leadership in our 2024 Ofsted inspection, which says;- The decisions for children to enter care are made in a timely manner and when it is in their interests to do so. When necessary, care proceedings are initiated, and work is progressed without delay. Feedback from the local judiciary and the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) is exceptionally positive. Social workers in Warrington produce high-quality evidence and assessments for court, which are supporting the timely progression of legal proceedings. This results in swift and highly effective plans being secured for children's future care. Children benefit from early planning for permanence. When it is not possible for children to live with their birth parents, social workers work diligently to explore all alternative options, including foster to adopt and special guardianship orders. There is a strong emphasis on keeping children within their kinship network. Family group conferences are used to great effect to identify potential carers for children, which enables assessments to start sooner. When children live with kinship carers, their assessments are comprehensive and support children to remain within the family, maintaining their identity and a sense of belonging. Children are visited regularly to ensure that their needs are being met. For a small number of children, the senior management endorsement of these arrangements is not consistently timely, leading to delays in assuring the appropriateness of these placements. Detailed assessments support decisions to enable children in care to return home under placement with parent regulations. Assessments include the views of independent reviewing officers (IROs) and other professionals where appropriate. Many children in care in Warrington live in stable foster placements where they are thriving, and where they have a sense of belonging and permanence. When the plan for children is long-term foster care, matching takes place through permanence meetings, without delay. Children in care are supported and visited regularly by social workers who know them well. Workers are persistent in their efforts to build and sustain relationships with children who have previously displayed high levels of resistance towards professionals. Social workers undertake purposeful, sensitive direct and life-story work with children on a range of topics, including relationships, safety, health and understanding emotions. This helps children to comprehend, at their own pace, their life experiences and plans for their futures. The role We are recruiting for qualified social workers to join our Children in Care & Care Leavers Service, experienced practitioners are welcome to apply. We currently have vacancies for a full time 37 hours Senior Practitioner post. We have high aspirations for our children and welcome those who share our ambition! So if you want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people with relationship based practice at the heart of everything we do and develop great relationships, then come and join us in Warrington where we are passionate about our work with children and families. What's needed? Social Work Degree or equivalent (e.g. DipSW/CQSW) Registered with the Social Work England Relevant post qualifying training Knowledge of wider children and young people's services including non-local authority provision Please see attached the job description and person specification for further information about the essential requirements for this this role. Benefits As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get: 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata) Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme Key Dates & Further Information The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. DBS clearance is required. If you are applying for the job internally, please ensure that you apply via the Careers Page on SAP, however if you are applying for an additional job you would need to apply externally. In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment. Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer For enquiries or an informal discussion - please contact Mags Houghton Interim Team Manager or Sandra Siwoku Interim Service Manager
A charity is looking for a team manager for their fostering service that covers Yorkshire . This is a permanent fixed-term contract (12 months) and full-time position that is homebased (1 day per week in the office). You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available) About the team This charity is well known for being a leading champion of diversity and quality within fostering and their service is rated "good" by Ofsted (2025). They have several regionally based teams across the UK, as well as other children's service, but this service is based in West Yorkshire and they have a medium sized team of social workers, managers and various back-office staff but you will be managing x3 supervising social workers and x1 support worker. About the job Managing a team of 3 social workers and a support worker Ensuring a continuation of high standards of practice Supervision Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team Working collaboratively with the other practice manager and registered manager Overseeing foster carer recruitment & retention About you The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Children's Social Work, especially fostering services whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. You will also need to have experience to, at least, a senior social work level where you can evidence experience of supervision/management What's on offer? A salary of £44,000 - £48,749 dependent on experience 27 days of annual leave Mileage paid at 0.45ppm Excellent CPD training & development opportunities Pension contributions up to 6% Death in service cover Cycle2work scheme Interest free season ticket loans High street Discounts Further benefits For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
A charity is looking for a team manager for their fostering service that covers Yorkshire . This is a permanent fixed-term contract (12 months) and full-time position that is homebased (1 day per week in the office). You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available) About the team This charity is well known for being a leading champion of diversity and quality within fostering and their service is rated "good" by Ofsted (2025). They have several regionally based teams across the UK, as well as other children's service, but this service is based in West Yorkshire and they have a medium sized team of social workers, managers and various back-office staff but you will be managing x3 supervising social workers and x1 support worker. About the job Managing a team of 3 social workers and a support worker Ensuring a continuation of high standards of practice Supervision Working collaboratively within a multi-agency team Working collaboratively with the other practice manager and registered manager Overseeing foster carer recruitment & retention About you The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Children's Social Work, especially fostering services whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. You will also need to have experience to, at least, a senior social work level where you can evidence experience of supervision/management What's on offer? A salary of £44,000 - £48,749 dependent on experience 27 days of annual leave Mileage paid at 0.45ppm Excellent CPD training & development opportunities Pension contributions up to 6% Death in service cover Cycle2work scheme Interest free season ticket loans High street Discounts Further benefits For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation
Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in our Oaklea House supported living service in Barrow in Furness? Our Supported Living Service in Barrow provides person-centred support to adults who have learning disabilities, some of whom are on the autistic spectrum and have mental health needs. We are looking to recruit passionate and motivated Senior Support Workers with a genuine interest in providing quality care to the people we support and becoming part of our friendly and energetic staff team. You will provide person-centred care and support to tenants to take part in all aspects of everyday life and to enjoy a wide range of activities. You will have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the young people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. 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 Working full time hours (37.5) on a rota basis, covering 7 days per week, including sleep over shifts. 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 As a senior support worker you will be part of the local on-call team 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. Vacancy Reference Number: 85861 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. 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 .
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in our Oaklea House supported living service in Barrow in Furness? Our Supported Living Service in Barrow provides person-centred support to adults who have learning disabilities, some of whom are on the autistic spectrum and have mental health needs. We are looking to recruit passionate and motivated Senior Support Workers with a genuine interest in providing quality care to the people we support and becoming part of our friendly and energetic staff team. You will provide person-centred care and support to tenants to take part in all aspects of everyday life and to enjoy a wide range of activities. You will have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the young people we support. You will have the maturity to be able to work within a positive behaviour support framework, to accept responsibility and to grow in confidence as a skilled practitioner. You must be able to follow agreed guidelines and to work positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos. 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 Working full time hours (37.5) on a rota basis, covering 7 days per week, including sleep over shifts. 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 As a senior support worker you will be part of the local on-call team 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. Vacancy Reference Number: 85861 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. 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 .
We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our established team at Simonside Court based in South Tyneside. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to thirteen individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same at this service as we support service users in a supported living environment to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, attending community activities including drama, karate and discos and many more! Senior Support Worker duties include: Supervising, managing and mentoring a team of staff Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities, both within and outside of their homes Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working You will be required to support with overseeing staff deployment and rotas and to work in a flexible manner yourself including working some evenings and weekends. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies to provide holistic, wrap-around support Facilitate service user engagement, involvement and peer support Ensure that there are robust methods of quality monitoring You will provide excellent customer care and proactively communicate with stakeholders in respect to risk management and the care and welfare of the people we support. You will have a strong ethical duty of care and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. As this is a senior role, experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs is required. You will ideally have some experience of supervision/managing staff and resources and hold or be willing to work towards relevant health and social care qualifications (Degree or NVQ Level 3/4/5). Vacancy Reference Number: 87494 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. SVC: SMNS Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
We are looking to recruit a passionate and motivated Senior Support Worker to join our established team at Simonside Court based in South Tyneside. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to thirteen individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. No two days will be the same at this service as we support service users in a supported living environment to follow their passions and engage in a range of activities including cooking/baking, walking, attending community activities including drama, karate and discos and many more! Senior Support Worker duties include: Supervising, managing and mentoring a team of staff Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Encouraging service users to engage in a range of exciting social activities, both within and outside of their homes Providing personal care, administering medication and lone working You will be required to support with overseeing staff deployment and rotas and to work in a flexible manner yourself including working some evenings and weekends. Working closely with local multi-disciplinary teams and community-based agencies to provide holistic, wrap-around support Facilitate service user engagement, involvement and peer support Ensure that there are robust methods of quality monitoring You will provide excellent customer care and proactively communicate with stakeholders in respect to risk management and the care and welfare of the people we support. You will have a strong ethical duty of care and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals. As this is a senior role, experience of supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs is required. You will ideally have some experience of supervision/managing staff and resources and hold or be willing to work towards relevant health and social care qualifications (Degree or NVQ Level 3/4/5). Vacancy Reference Number: 87494 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. SVC: SMNS Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas
Now Hiring: Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Eastergate, West Sussex Location: Eastergate, West Sussex Position: Deputy Manager Setting: 4-Bed Children's Residential Home Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (Full-Time, Permanent) Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities (rota-based) Are you a skilled Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to advance into a leadership role? Do you have the commitment, compassion, and resilience to lead a team while delivering outstanding care to children in a residential setting? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and well-established 4-bed children's home in Eastergate. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position where your knowledge, professionalism, and heart for young people will have a direct and lasting impact. Your Role as Deputy Manager: As the Deputy Manager , you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth and effective daily running of the home. Your leadership will help shape a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where young people aged 8-17 can thrive. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring regulatory compliance Supervising, coaching, and developing staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care Leading shifts and setting the standard for professional, child-centred practice Assisting in the development and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural strategies Building strong working relationships with families, schools, social workers, and other external professionals Promoting safeguarding and ensuring all practices meet Ofsted standards and legal requirements Being part of the on-call rota to support the team out of hours when needed What We're Looking For: To succeed in this Deputy Manager role, you'll need to bring strong experience and a passion for developing both young people and staff. We're looking for someone who can lead by example and is ready to take on new responsibilities with confidence. You should have: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - essential Working towards or willingness to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children's Residential) A strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care Previous experience leading shifts or mentoring staff Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills A full UK driving licence What We Offer You: As a Deputy Manager , you'll be part of a supportive team committed to making a difference. We believe in investing in our people and helping you grow your career. Here's what you can expect: A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Clear pathways to progress into a Registered Manager role Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities A collaborative, values-driven team environment The chance to be part of something deeply rewarding and impactful Ready to Step Up and Lead with Purpose? If you're ready to take your next step and become a Deputy Manager who inspires others, champions young people, and leads with heart, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in Eastergate and be part of a dedicated team transforming lives-one child at a time. Apply Now Take this opportunity to become a Deputy Manager in a setting where your leadership truly matters. Submit your CV today and start your journey toward a fulfilling career in children's residential care.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Now Hiring: Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home Eastergate, West Sussex Location: Eastergate, West Sussex Position: Deputy Manager Setting: 4-Bed Children's Residential Home Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (Full-Time, Permanent) Hours: 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities (rota-based) Are you a skilled Senior Support Worker or Team Leader looking to advance into a leadership role? Do you have the commitment, compassion, and resilience to lead a team while delivering outstanding care to children in a residential setting? We are looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager to join our dedicated team at a nurturing and well-established 4-bed children's home in Eastergate. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position where your knowledge, professionalism, and heart for young people will have a direct and lasting impact. Your Role as Deputy Manager: As the Deputy Manager , you'll work closely with the Registered Manager to ensure the smooth and effective daily running of the home. Your leadership will help shape a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where young people aged 8-17 can thrive. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the Registered Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring regulatory compliance Supervising, coaching, and developing staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care Leading shifts and setting the standard for professional, child-centred practice Assisting in the development and review of care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural strategies Building strong working relationships with families, schools, social workers, and other external professionals Promoting safeguarding and ensuring all practices meet Ofsted standards and legal requirements Being part of the on-call rota to support the team out of hours when needed What We're Looking For: To succeed in this Deputy Manager role, you'll need to bring strong experience and a passion for developing both young people and staff. We're looking for someone who can lead by example and is ready to take on new responsibilities with confidence. You should have: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - essential Working towards or willingness to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children's Residential) A strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care Previous experience leading shifts or mentoring staff Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills A full UK driving licence What We Offer You: As a Deputy Manager , you'll be part of a supportive team committed to making a difference. We believe in investing in our people and helping you grow your career. Here's what you can expect: A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience) Clear pathways to progress into a Registered Manager role Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities A collaborative, values-driven team environment The chance to be part of something deeply rewarding and impactful Ready to Step Up and Lead with Purpose? If you're ready to take your next step and become a Deputy Manager who inspires others, champions young people, and leads with heart, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in Eastergate and be part of a dedicated team transforming lives-one child at a time. Apply Now Take this opportunity to become a Deputy Manager in a setting where your leadership truly matters. Submit your CV today and start your journey toward a fulfilling career in children's residential care.
Leonards Croft looking to recruit a Senior Support Worker to join their team. This is a full time role. Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour. Working hours 42 per week 8am till 10pm Leonards Croft is located in Stafford. We provide residential support for eight people who are autistic or have a learning disability, or both. The service is off a busy main road, around 15 minutes from the town centre. The team at our home are committed to providing our residents with the skills needed to live an active and fulfilled life, as independently as possible. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work. As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives. You will have gained experience in a similar setting, supervising and leading others. While a formal qualification is not required, you should be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Team leadership and management with Priory. Supervise colleagues, lead team meetings and support your peers with their performance and professional development Lead support planning and act as point of contact in the absence of site leadership Assist with the management of site petty cash and client funds Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes Assisting with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals Assistance and support to attend medical appointments Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate: Qualifications and Skills Previous experience in a similar setting Good numeracy skills Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature Empathy, understanding and patience Ability to work on your own and as part of a team Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges Competent in verbal and written English A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK. What we will give you in return - We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Adult care benefits Free on-site parking 28 days annual leave Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Company Description Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need. At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives. We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us. Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends. Disclosure All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory. We are an equal opportunities employer. Pandologic.
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Leonards Croft looking to recruit a Senior Support Worker to join their team. This is a full time role. Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour. Working hours 42 per week 8am till 10pm Leonards Croft is located in Stafford. We provide residential support for eight people who are autistic or have a learning disability, or both. The service is off a busy main road, around 15 minutes from the town centre. The team at our home are committed to providing our residents with the skills needed to live an active and fulfilled life, as independently as possible. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work. As a Senior Support Worker, you will assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives. You will have gained experience in a similar setting, supervising and leading others. While a formal qualification is not required, you should be willing to complete a Level 3 qualification in Team leadership and management with Priory. Supervise colleagues, lead team meetings and support your peers with their performance and professional development Lead support planning and act as point of contact in the absence of site leadership Assist with the management of site petty cash and client funds Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes Assisting with safe lifting, transferring, repositioning and movement of individuals Assistance and support to attend medical appointments Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech & Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate: Qualifications and Skills Previous experience in a similar setting Good numeracy skills Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature Empathy, understanding and patience Ability to work on your own and as part of a team Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges Competent in verbal and written English A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK. What we will give you in return - We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Adult care benefits Free on-site parking 28 days annual leave Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Company Description Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need. At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives. We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us. Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends. Disclosure All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory. We are an equal opportunities employer. Pandologic.
