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The salary scale for this full-time position is £49,464 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Senior Supervising Social Worker to join the Assessment Fostering Team in Surrey's Fostering Service, based in Woodhatch. This role involves working in the community, foster carers homes (which may be outside of Surrey), the office and some home working. Our Offer to You: We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The primary focus of the role will be assessing connected persons foster carers and proposed special guardians, as well as completing assessments for temporary approval under Regulation 24, supervising Connected Persons Foster carers, and carrying out general tasks within the wider fostering team. Self-motivated and accustomed to working to deadlines, you will have good IT and communication skills, with experience of establishing and nurturing multi-agency relationships. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills, experience and align with our behaviours: Your experience of working with children and young people and a comprehensive knowledge of legislation relating to Looked After Children and Care Proceedings Your ability to be able to work directly with the wider public, foster carers and young people, and be able to produce clear, evidence based and analytical assessments Your flexibility to be able to work evenings and occasional weekends, as the role includes attending events and home visits outside office hours That you are a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Application Questions To apply for this role you will be asked to upload your CV and respond to the following questions in support of your application: What is your motivation to apply for this role? What experience you can bring to this role? What is important to you when working with fostering families and the children they care for? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19/07/2026 with interviews to follow. Please note the start date for this role will not be before September 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Role: Primary Teaching Assistant Manchester Up to £550 per Week Location: Manchester Start Date: 2nd September 26 Contract: Long-term with Daily Opportunities available. Salary: £462.80 £550 per week (dependent on experience and scale point). The School & Role Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils in primary schools across the Denton area of Manchester. Positions are available from September, with earlier start dates considered for suitable candidates. This is a long-term opportunity, with additional day-to-day supply work also available. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development. You will help deliver engaging lessons, encourage participation, and assist pupils in building confidence both academically and socially. The role will involve supporting individual pupils and small groups, reinforcing classroom learning, and helping to create a positive, structured environment where children can thrive. Working alongside teachers, SEN staff, and other support professionals, you will play a key role in helping pupils achieve their full potential throughout the school day. This opportunity would suit a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Classroom Assistant, or Education Support Worker looking to make a positive impact in local primary schools. Requirements To be considered for this Teaching Assistant position in Denton, you should have: Experience supporting children within a primary school, classroom, childcare, or educational setting, or hold a Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. A genuine passion for supporting children's learning, wellbeing, and personal development. Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with pupils, teachers, and parents. Confidence supporting small-group interventions and adapting to a range of learning needs. A reliable, proactive approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a school team. Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing and reference checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service. What Vision for Education Offer As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house PAYE payroll system. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria). Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period). Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR). Free training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, and online webinars. A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme. Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant. About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting the learning and development of children and young people. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality teaching and support staff across primary, secondary, and SEND settings. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. How to Apply To apply for this Teaching Assistant role in Denton, Manchester, please submit your CV today. A member of our specialist education recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

We have a great opportunity for 2 Social Workers to join our fantastic Adolescent Service based in Weybridge. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £48,633 - 51,624 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Adolescent Service in Surrey, which is bringing together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience - at least 1 year UK frontline social work experience Demonstrable skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience of, or willingness to learn about, working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents Capable of working with professionalism and empathy Ability to write good quality assessments, implement contextual plans, deliver interventions and undertake court work if required Surrey has both urban and rural areas and qualified social workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them? The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 22nd July 2026 with interviews to follow. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Newly Qualified Social Workers £42,000 per annum £2,000 salary increase on successful completion of your probation / ASYE period Permanent, Full Time (36 hours) Location: Wandsworth Recently rated 'Outstanding' in every area by Ofsted (May 2026) Join a Children's Service that has just been rated 'Outstanding' in every area by Ofsted .In its most recent inspection, Ofsted praised Wandsworth's highly responsive and compassionate social work, the trusting and enduring relationships practitioners build with children and families, and our firmly established culture of reflection, learning and professional curiosity. Do you see yourself delivering ethical, relationship-based interventions that respect and promote the rights of children, young people and their parents and carers? Are you passionate, ambitious and ready to change lives and shape futures?Can you support children and their families with their future hopes, self-esteem and potential, and practise in a way that is respectful and ethical, privileging each family's right to make the best possible decisions for their children? Join Wandsworth and start your career in a borough where excellent practice is recognised nationally and where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Have the best start in your social work career and join Wandsworth's Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme starting in September / October 2026 ! As a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) you will share our values that inspire the Outstanding Practice Framework , creating the context for social workers to build relationships with families that bring about change and support children to live at home wherever possible.Our recent Ofsted inspection recognised the strength of this approach, highlighting highly responsive and compassionate social work, strong leadership, and a culture of reflection, learning and professional curiosity.Systemic practice is embedded across our multi-disciplinary teams, andyou will be joining the strongest practice conditions Wandsworth has ever had to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families. About the Programme As a NQSW at Wandsworth, you will be joining either our Family Help service to work with children, young people and their families to create positive change in their lives. You will be supported through our dedicated Social Care Academy, who lead the ASYE assessment, coupled with low caseloads that allow you the time and opportunity to do meaningful direct work with families.Ofsted recognised our strong investment in staff development and support, helping to create stable, high-performing teams that deliver consistently strong practice for children and families. You will be part of a programme that is positively evaluated year on year by previous NQSWs, with protected study time and a dedicated ASYE assessor offering individual reflective space for you. You will have the opportunity to become an excellent social work practitioner who is able to build positive relationships with children and their families.You will receive a high-quality induction alongside incremental learning opportunities, high levels of supervision as well as an excellent support programme in your ASYE, including action learning sets and bespoke training workshops.The programme will also extend into your second and third years post qualifying with an Early Professional Development offer through our Teaching Partnership. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England membership, along with the experience of working across voluntary and statutory agencies. You will have a 'can do' attitude, are creative and champion for children and families to achieve the best possible outcomes, as our children deserve the best. An excellent communicator, collaborator who is compassionate and understands the needs of children and young people. You will also have applied knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance. Our Offer You will: Be part of a small team with manageable caseloads. Have business support for your team who work in collaboration with you. Be part of various working groups within the service and across the partnerships to champion areas of best practice and influence positive outcomes for children and families. Have access to an excellent training offer for social workers ranging from the accredited course of Systemic Foundation Training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Practice and various other reflective spaces to promote best practice. Benefits £2,000 salary increase on successful completion of your probation/ASYE period. Payment of Social Work England registration fee. Performance related salary progression scheme. 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (40 paid days in total). Regular reflective supervision and peer group supervision. Tailored Personal Development Plans. Amazing training opportunities. An Early Professional Development (EPD - years 2 and 3 post qualifying) programme. Access to great transport links plus more To view our full benefits package, click here . We encourage you to identify connectedness and the value of learning from experienced and professional practitioners around you. Therefore, we offer hybrid working and the number of office / home days vary dependant on service need. If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of children, young people, their parents & carers and want to join an organisation committed to outstanding, relationship-based social work practice - Wandsworth's is where you need to be! For more information or an informal conversation about the role please contact: Florence Clark - Social Work Academy Manager Sue Connell - ASYE Manager Closing Date: 28 June 2026 Shortlisting Date: week commencing 29 June 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing 13 July 2026 Test: A case study test will be included as part of the interview. 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 Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. How to apply? To be considered for interview your CV and supporting statement must highlight your knowledge, skills and experience listed in the Job Profile located at the bottom of the advert. Successful applicants will be invited to an interview, which includes a brief case study test.

Registered Manager Children's Home Location: Knowsley, Liverpool Environment: 2 bedded children's home for EBD Salary: 55,000 to 60,000 per annum dependent on experience Brook Street Social Care are proud to be supporting an organisation who are driven to changing children's lives for the better by providing best-in-class specialist services. This organisation provides support to children and young people with EBD (Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties), who thrive on seeing their children and young people happy and successful, providing care and support as a core part of their mission. Their tailored care plans ensure each young person is safe, supported, and encouraged to achieve their goals. With a focus on individual needs and matches with key workers, this company prepare their young people for a confident transition into adult life, believing each young person deserves a fair chance at a happy and fulfilling life. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Registered Manager at our Children's Home located in Knowsley, Liverpool Area. The Registered Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring the well-being of the children and young people in our care. Key responsibilities include supervising the care team, developing and implementing care plans, coordinating with external agencies, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment. We are looking for: A minimum of 2 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children (within the last 5 years) At least 1 year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent Candidates that hold a full, UK driving licence If you are interested in making a serious difference to children and young people in care, then this is the role for you.

Temporary up to 24 months About the role At Hammersmith & Fulham, we are ambitious in reforming the council to ensure this is a place for everybody. Within the Economy department, we aim to be efficient in everything that we do. We believe our residents deserve a place that is safe, clean and green, with high quality services they can rely on. Love creativity. Believe in learning. Enjoy leading others? We'd love to hear from you. Hammersmith & Fulham Adult Learning & Skills Service is looking for a Programme Leader for Creative Arts, Crafts and Performing Arts (CACPA) - someone who believes in the power of creativity to change lives and wants to help adult learners build confidence, skills and new possibilities. This is a hands on, people centred role where you'll teach, lead, inspire and shape a dynamic creative programme that reflects our communities and opens doors for learners at every stage of their journey. You'll split your time between teaching, leading tutors, and developing the creative curriculum, therefore you will: Teach across creative arts, crafts and performing arts, using engaging and inclusive approaches Support and line manage sessional tutors, helping them grow and do their best work Shape and develop courses that respond to learners' needs and local priorities Champion high quality teaching, learning and assessment across the programme Support recruitment, interviews and progression for learners Keep an eye on what's working (and what's not), using data to improve outcomes Play an active role in observations, quality improvement and Ofsted readiness Get involved in open days, celebrations, events and promoting our creative offer You'll work closely with the Programme Manager and wider team, contributing ideas, energy and leadership to the service. We are looking for an experienced adult education professional with a creative background and a collaborative leadership style. You enjoy balancing big picture thinking with day-to-day delivery, and you care deeply about learners, staff and quality. Our mission is to be the best council. To do this we need the best people to help build our vision. If you're looking to develop your career in a fast-paced, professional environment whilst making a difference, then we look forward to hearing from you. Closing date: 12 July 2026. Interview date: Week Commencing 20 July 2026. Our commitment to you: At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working Click HERE to find out more. We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents. It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Asking for Adjustments We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU. Hammersmith & Fulham Council is Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Part time - 15 hours per week (Term Time Only) Working hours - 3pm - 6pm daily Contract - Fixed Term (One Year) Start date - 13 April 2026 We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual, committed to the wellbeing and development of all children at our school, and able to work as part of a team. This will be a permanent appointment. Our Ethos. At Albemarle, we are an inclusive and aspirational community where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity, nurture curiosity, and create opportunities that broaden horizons. Working in partnership with families, we strive for excellence, preparing our children to thrive in an ever-changing world and contribute positively to society. Our Values - The 5Rs Respect - We value ourselves, others, and the environment, showing kindness and fairness in all, we do. Responsibility - We take ownership of our behaviour and learning, acting with honesty and integrity. Resilience - We persevere through challenges with courage, determination and a positive attitude. Resourcefulness - We use creativity, independence and initiative to solve problems and seek solutions. Reflection - We learn from our experiences, celebrate achievements and grow from mistakes. We are looking for a Play Worker to work at Twinkling Stars who will be able to share and contribute to the implementation of these values. If you are successful in your application, you will join staff that are hard-working, committed and positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our children. In return, you will enjoy: A commitment to providing you with high-quality professional development A supportive professional community Equal Opportunities Take responsibility, appropriate to the post for tackling racism and promoting good race, ethnic and community relations. Safeguarding Have a due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow all associated child protection and safeguarding policies as adopted by the school and Local Authority. Health and Safety Work in compliance with the School's Health and Safety policies and under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), ensuring the safety of all parties with whom contact is made, such as members of the public, in premises or sites controlled by the school. Ensure compliance of procedures are observed at all times under the provision of safe systems of work through safe and healthy environment and including such information, training instruction and supervision as necessary to accomplish those goals. Data Protection When working with computerised systems to be completely aware of responsibilities at all times under the Data Protection Act 2018 for the security, accuracy, and significance of personal data held on such systems. Be mindful of how data is handled and seek consent and guidance from line managers or designated leads before sharing or storing confidential information. Be informed of the data held on you during our recruitment process as explained in the recruitment privacy notice on our website. Albemarle is a non-smoking and non-vaping environment. Albemarle Primary is committed to the safety and protection of their students. An enhanced DBS and a barred list check are a condition of employment for all employees in regulated activity. We look forward to receiving your application. Please contact to arrange a suitable time and date should you wish to visit the school. To apply please download an application pack from the Wandsworth Council website which can be found via the 'visit website' button at the top of this page. Completed applications should be submitted to: Closing date: Monday, 13th July 2026 at Midnight Interview date: Wednesday 15th & Thursday, 16th July 2026 Albemarle Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Albemarle Primary is committed to the safety and protection of their students. An enhanced DBS and a barred list check are a condition of employment for all employees in regulated activity. We look forward to receiving your application. Please be advised that CVs are not accepted. Albemarle Primary School Princes Way London SW19 6JP Tel: Email:

Foster Care Associates Scotland (FCAS) Role: Fostering Service Manager Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 per annum, dependent upon experience Location: Remote, with expected travel to Cambuslang Head Office Benefits Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service Bank Holidays Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan On-site Free Parking Ongoing professional development Supportive, family-friendly working environment Foster Care Associates Scotland is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fostering Service Manager to develop and promote the fostering services and manage a team of social workers who are located across Scotland. Regular travel across the country will be a requirement. About Us Since 2002, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people through high-quality fostering support and care. Together with our sister organisation, Foster Care Associates, we are part of one of the UK's largest and most respected fostering organisations, giving our teams access to exceptional resources, specialist expertise and sector-leading support. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to children, young people and the Foster Parents who support them across Scotland. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, feel valued and thrive within their community. Over the past 23 years, we have supported and cared for more than 2,000 children and young people, helping to create brighter futures and lasting positive outcomes. We are also proud to have made a pledge to The Promise Scotland, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to ensuring that care-experienced children and young people grow up loved, safe and respected, with opportunities to reach their full potential. Our pledge reflects our dedication to embedding the values and ambitions of The Promise across all areas of our work. We are proud that our passion, dedication and high standards have been recognised by the Care Inspectorate, who graded our service as "Very Good". This reflects the commitment, professionalism and compassion of our entire team and reinforces our reputation as an organisation where both children and colleagues are supported to succeed. About the Role As Fostering Service Manager, you will be expected to work closely with local authorities to effectively manage, develop and promote social work services within your remit. You will be accountable for the operational, regulatory and financial performance. Reporting directly to the Registered Manager, you will provide positive and strong leadership and management to your team to ensure high-quality care for children and young people while supporting and empowering our Foster Parents. Your role will include: Retention and Support: Building strong, trusting relationships with Foster Parents to enhance retention and satisfaction, ensuring they feel valued and supported at every stage of their journey Wellbeing and Engagement: Fostering a culture of empathy and support, prioritising the wellbeing of both staff and Foster Parents, and creating a positive, inclusive environment Commercial Growth: Developing and implementing strategies to promote the commercial growth of the agency, ensuring long-term sustainability and stability Leadership and Development: Leading a dedicated team of social workers, supporting their professional growth and maintaining high standards of practice Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensuring that the service meets and exceeds regulatory standards, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborating with local authorities, commissioners and other external partners to promote the agency and strengthen relationships About You You will be a compassionate, resilient and inspiring leader, with a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and foster families. You should have: A recognised social work qualification and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Evidence of experience in supervising and supporting staff, including managing performance, promoting development and maintaining high standards of practice Significant experience in fostering or children's social care management Comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation, policies and safeguarding procedures pertaining to children's services and fostering within Scotland Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, analytical and high-quality reports Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent communication and a commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-based practice when supporting children, young people and foster families Flexibility and willingness to travel as part of the role, including occasional overnight stays if required A full UK driving licence Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children, young people and foster families. It is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive environment and to continue to build on an already highly performing fostering and adult care service which continues to develop and grow. Contact For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Amanda Lindsay on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the Disability Confident Employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a PVG check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Assessment Team based in Guildford. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £49,464 - £52,864 per annum . We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. Our Offer to You: We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee Access to bespoke learning programmes via our dedicated Children's Services Academy to empower and enrich your practice 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. Take a read and we hope, you'll be just as excited to speak to us as we are you! Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights how strong assessments in Surrey consider children's histories and involve social workers spending time alone with children to understand their experiences." Our strong training and development offer in Surrey "helps to equip staff with the understanding, knowledge and skills that they need to practice in a kind, sensitive, motivational and respectful way and that staff feel highly valued, are proud to work for children's services." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About working in Assessment The first contact any family or professional has with our assessment service sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the whole service is based upon consent, strong relationships with families and with partners who are also supporting our families. Using motivational approaches the assessment social worker engages with both the family and the network supporting them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. If not, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This creates a sense of purpose and fulfilment with a clear pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach to your practice. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Working in an Assessment team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure? The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 9th July 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The salary range for this full-time, permanent position is £43,633 - £46,624 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information is available in the attached Total Reward Statement about other financial benefits. This is a 9-5 qualified social work role, based at our Woking office, meaning you won't be required to travel to visit children, young people and families. This could make this role a good fit for anyone looking for greater flexibility around how they work. We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join our dynamic, dedicated and responsive Children's Single Point Of access service or C- SPA for short! As professionals within our service you will bring passion, be curious and committed to working collaboratively to safeguard children and young people to ensure they receive the right support at the right time. Our Offer to You: We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee.28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave. An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing. Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave. A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more. 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to Children who are referred to our children's single point of access (C-SPA) the report highlights that " they receive a timely and proportionate response. Practitioners and managers in the C-SPA routinely apply the authority's continuum of need guidance to inform decision-making, generating a consistent approach to contacts and referrals." and that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." You can read the full report HERE. About Working in C- SPA In C- SPA our Multi Agency Partnership (MAP) team is exactly that- a multiagency team responsible for the safeguarding of children within the Surrey area. By working together social workers, education, police and health, we collectively triage, research, analyse and share information in order to identify the most appropriate level of support to meet the needs of a child. This role is critical for us as C- SPA is the first point of contact any families or professionals have with Surrey where there is a safeguarding need, and therefore sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the service is based upon strong relationships with families and with partners who may also support our families. Using motivational approaches as well as principles of the Family Safeguarding Model, you will engage with both the family and the network around them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. In some instances, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. About the Role Joining us as a Social Worker in C- SPA means that you will be there from the outset of a Childs contact and journey with us. This is an opportunity to be part of a culture in which children and families are supported in a spirit of partnership that encourages them to develop their own solutions while receiving the professional help and support, required to address their needs. The work of Social Workers in C- SPA can be rewarding but often complex in nature, gathering information and making enquiries as necessary to inform threshold decisions regarding the correct level of support required. We are looking for individuals with professional curiosity and well-developed analytical skills to support us in delivering laser focussed, collaborative and timely front door activity, which ensures child protection and safeguarding matters are effectively responded to. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience: Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England Sound knowledge of social work practice and legislation Ability to make threshold decisions in a timely manner, applying professional judgment and reasoning Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families and professionals in a clear, professional and timely way Excellent partnership working skills with an ability to collaborate effectively with partners in statutory, voluntary and third sector organisations Substantial children's social work experience in a UK Statutory setting To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer 4 application questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. In this role, you will need to make decisions using your professional judgment and analytical skills. Please tell us about a time when you used your analytical skills to respond to a complex piece of casework Please tell us about a time when you were able to build effective working relationships with stakeholders or partners that enabled you to deliver positive outcomes? An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 14th July 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That is why, if you are invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We have a great opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Countywide team based in Reigate. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £49,464 - £52,864 per annum. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You: We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee Access to bespoke learning programmes via our dedicated Children's Services Academy to empower and enrich your practice 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement , which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Children With Disabilities service the report highlighted that "Social workers offer children and their families a wide range of interventions, aligned to their complex and unique needs. Workers know the children they are working with very well and are keen for them to achieve to their full potential" and that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About working in the Children with Disability Service You will be joining a service with a stable and committed leadership team where significant improvements have been made- we are going from strength to strength! We are working closely with our parents and families to understand how we can improve the service and learn from their experiences of us. Our Children with Disabilities (CWD) service is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people, maximising their opportunities. We are committed to working in partnership with families and take account of the needs of the whole family. We work closely with our colleagues in adult services to try to ensure a smooth transition into adulthood. We believe strongly in the importance of building positive and consistent relationships between the families we work with and social workers, and with the multidisciplinary team. We work closely with colleagues in family safeguarding and the looked after children service. In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families. You will be empowered to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. A social worker in the Children With Disabilities Team may work with children for a Child and Family Assessment, Children In Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children and Proceedings. Given the array of skills needed, please tell us about your experience in these areas and how you would manage with this range of processes? The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 19/07/2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins). If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Position - Behaviour Intervention Worker Location - Manchester (M34) Pay - GBP500-GBP700 per week, depending on experience Start date - 01.09.2026 Hours - Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm (during term time only) Are you experienced with special needs and seeking a new opportunity within SEMH? We are working with a Secondary Pupil Referral Unit in Manchester to recruit a calm and resilient Behaviour Intervention Specialist to join their team. The unit supports pupils aged between 11-18, with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be supporting pupils in the community, promoting engagement and development. As a Behaviour Intervention Worker, you will: Work 1:1 with pupils, promoting both academic and emotional development Regularly communicate with parents and SLT Take attendance in mornings and report to SLT What we are looking for: Previous experience supporting Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs A full, clean UK driving license and access to a car is essential for this position Comfortable delivering and preparing 1:1 lessons Team Teach training is highly desired TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover the last two years OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people. Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate: Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management In-house Training and Development Team IND-SEN

We have a great opportunity for a Social Worker to join our fantastic Children with Disabilities Team, this roles is based from our Reigate office. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. We welcome applications from those without specific experience of working with disabled children who can demonstrate an interest in this area of work. The salary range for Social Workers is £43,663 - £46,624 per annum. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000. Further information is available in the attached Total Reward Statement about other financial benefits. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee Access to bespoke learning programmes via our dedicated Children's Services Academy to empower and enrich your practice 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Children With Disabilities service the report highlighted that "Social workers offer children and their families a wide range of interventions, aligned to their complex and unique needs. Workers know the children they are working with very well and are keen for them to achieve to their full potential" and that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About working in the Children with Disability Service You will be joining a service with a stable and committed leadership team where significant improvements have been made- we are going from strength to strength! We are working closely with our parents and families to understand how we can improve the service and learn from their experiences of us. Our Children with Disabilities (CWD) service is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people, maximising their opportunities. We are committed to working in partnership with families and take account of the needs of the whole family. We work closely with our colleagues in adult services to try to ensure a smooth transition into adulthood. We believe strongly in the importance of building positive and consistent relationships between the families we work with and social workers, and with the wider multidisciplinary team. We work closely with colleagues in family safeguarding and the looked after children service. In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families. You will be empowered to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. A social worker in the Children With Disabilities Team may work with children for a Child and Family Assessment, Children In Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children and Proceedings. Given the array of skills needed, please tell us about your experience in these areas and how you would manage with this range of processes? The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 19/07/2026 with interviews to follow. What Next? If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins). If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

37 hours per week, We are on an ambitious journey to achieving a truly co productive approach to working with people and their carers. We believe that everyone has strengths, and our mission is to support people to maintain their independence so that they can live their lives well, we believe this starts at the point of first contact with the department. Our "Strengths-Based Model of Practice" supports a multidisciplinary approach to enabling and supporting people who live with issues caused by disability, frailty, and ageing. They will be based within the Early Intervention and Prevention Hub, which includes the short-term social work, community support workers and the front door response in Adult Social Care. The team supports a multi- disciplinary approach, with a focus on adults who have multi-faceted complex needs and cognitive decline. This service focuses on outcomes for individuals, maximising individual potential and minimising risk to independence, with an emphasis on choice and control. A recognised social work qualification and registration with the Care Council for Wales is essential. The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced with Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 08 July 2026 Shortlisting Date: 09 July 2026 Interview Date: 16 July 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

37.5 hours per week / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. YMCA DownsLink Group is the leading charity for children and young people across Sussex and Surrey. We offer safe homes, mental health support and trusted advice. We believe that every child and young person has the right to be safe, heard and to shape their own future. We work alongside them to make that happen. We are here for children and young people, many of whom face multiple challenges and need our support. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections guide us in all our actions. Our Eastbourne and Hailsham services provide 24-hour supported housing for young people aged , offering low to medium levels of housing-related support. Eastbourne Foyer houses 33 young people, while our two Hailsham sites - Grove House and Newton Park - houses 7 and 3 young people respectively, all with shared communal facilities. Across all three sites, we support residents to develop the skills needed for independent living. This includes managing finances and budgeting, building life and work skills, and maintaining personal self-care. Our staff take a trauma-informed and psychologically informed approach, supporting residents to build essential life skills, identify personal goals, and work towards their aspirations so they can move on to independent and fulfilling futures. Our dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers, and Bank Workers provide personalised guidance, practical assistance, and signposting in key areas including housing, budgeting, daily living skills, employment, and healthy relationship building. We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our team at Eastbourne Foyer, with the expectation of working from our other sites in Hailsham when required. You will hold a caseload of residents and carry out regular key work sessions with them each week. Through these sessions, you will work together to develop personalised support plans, track progress, and help residents achieve their goals. Main areas of responsibilities are: Housing and Compliance Support young people to understand and comply with their occupancy agreements, including coaching them to meet house rules and responsibilities as part of preparing for successful independent living. Promote a strong rentpayment and credit culture, encouraging residents to maintain regular payments and understand their financial obligations. Maintain uptodate knowledge of housing legislation, welfare benefits, and statutory requirements affecting young people, ensuring practice aligns with current housing law and organisational policies. Respond promptly and effectively to breaches of agreement, including rent arrears, antisocial behaviour, or property damage, using restorative approaches where appropriate and working collaboratively with the wider team. Coaching and Engagement Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives. Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community. Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries. Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance). There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people. Experience and Knowledge Experience in housing or supported accommodation, ideally supporting young people with multiple and complex needs. Strong understanding of occupancy agreements, rent management, welfare benefits, and tenancy sustainment. Ability to manage arrears, ASB, and other noncompliance issues using appropriate and restorative approaches. Good knowledge of housing legislation, safeguarding procedures, and compliance requirements, with the ability to maintain clear professional boundaries. Familiarity with statutory and voluntary services available to young people and ability to work proactively with a caseload to support progression towards independent living. Skills and Abilities Confident in recordkeeping, including case notes, incident reporting, and health and safety checks. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident s progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary. Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team. Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills. Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately. If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at CLOSING DATE: Sunday 12 th July at midnight. PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorship for this role, so applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity checks.

37 hours per week We are seeking a Social Care Discharge Coordinator to join our dynamic team within the Hospital Social Work Team. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of integrated care, supporting individuals to return home safely with the right support in place. The role focuses on a case progression and delay management function, supporting social workers by monitoring discharge activity, tracking progress, and escalating barriers to ensure timely outcomes. Key skills include being able to: Track case progress, identify emerging delays, and proactively follow up actions that maintain momentum. Ability to navigate digital systems. Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Prioritise and manage workload in a fast-paced environment. Build strong working relationships across health, social care, and third sector partners. Responsibilities: Support the early identification, coordination and tracking of patient discharge pathways to ensure safe and timely discharge from hospital. Monitor and progress discharge activity, proactively identifying and chasing delays to support patient flow. Maintain accurate and timely updates on eWhiteboards and local authority record systems, including delay codes. Act as a key point of contact for wards, A&E and AMU, providing advice, information, troubleshooting and links to community and third-sector services to support admission avoidance where appropriate. Screen hospital referrals to ensure suitability and alignment with service criteria. Coordinate placement activity, including sourcing options, arranging assessments, managing outcomes, completing contracts and signposting financial assessment queries to the appropriate team. Undertake the Trusted Assessor role for assessment and bridging beds, completing trusted assessments, liaising with providers and supporting informed consent for transfer. Attend ward rounds and multi-disciplinary triage meetings, acting as a communication link between hospital teams, social care and community services. Work collaboratively with clinical, social care, community and third-sector partners to resolve barriers to discharge and improve discharge outcomes. Prioritise workload effectively to meet Discharge to Recover and Assess timescales while maintaining a person-centred, strengths-based approach. In return we offer a supportive environment, regular supervision, appraisals, training and development opportunities. The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced with Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. Closing Date: 8 July 2026 Shortlisting Date: 22 July 2026 Interview Date: 29 July 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

Main purpose of job: To work in the Navigator team supporting individuals who have or are experiencing sexual violence and or sexual abuse. As a first contact worker, you will act as a gateway to both specialist counselling and advocacy services and additional specialist support services in Essex. You will use your considerable experience to provide a high-quality telephone information and support service. The support you deliver will help individuals on their pathway to wellbeing, recovery, and social inclusion through building trusting and collaborative relationships. You will guide users to make informed decisions about their own wellbeing, maximising their independence and engaging in appropriate community or clinical resources/interventions. You will work within a team of first contact navigators under the supervision of a service lead. You will be highly motivated and dedicated, have strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to work under minimal supervision. Start date: As soon as possible (subject to Enhanced DBS Check and satisfactory references). Salary: £26,496 - £28,845 (NJC Scales 12-17) per annum, pro-rata. Contract : This will be a permanent contract. Hours: 35 hours per week. Place of work: CARA premises in Colchester and some remote home working if a suitable environment is available. Some travel to other locations in Essex may be required, particularly during the induction period. Holiday: 25 days per year, pro-rata, plus additional closure days between Christmas and New Year. To apply : Please complete the application form, which can be downloaded from our website, explaining how your skills and experience relate to the person specification. Applications must specifically address each essential and desirable criteria , giving evidence from previous experience or qualifications. Application deadline: 10am Friday 24th July 2026 Interviews: Week beginning 3rd August 2026 Start date: Immediate, subject to receipt of satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check. Mandatory Training Dates: To be confirmed. This post is restricted to women applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 Job Description The First Contact Navigator posts will play a central role in the CARA team, ensuring that our service users and other agencies receive a high-quality service from the moment of first contact. You will work as part of a wider team of First Contact Navigators across Essex, based at our Synergy Essex Partner centres. The post liaises with clients, the CARA team and external agencies, providing advice, support and information. The First Contact Navigator will engage with individuals who are experiencing, or who have experienced, sexual violence and or sexual abuse who require information, signposting and short-term support. You will be the first contact and conduct first meetings, managing your own caseload and co-ordinating personalised support for individuals on their pathway to wellbeing. You will have strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to work under minimal supervision. You will support people who use CARA services to make informed decisions about their wellbeing, maximising their independence and engaging in appropriate community or clinical resources. You will work collaboratively with service users, the CARA team and other professional agencies to navigate and coordinate services. At the outset, the main responsibilities of the post will be: To act as a first point of contact for new referrals and enquiries, providing information, emotional support, advice and signposting. To complete first contact calls and assessments with clients over the telephone, assessing client needs and suitabilty for services. To ensure information about new referrals/enquiries is accurately recorded on CARA s database in real time. To work collaboratively and build trust with service users, agencies, personal and professional support networks to collate relevant information to effect individualised support requirements. To assess and engage service users not currently engaged in appropriate specialist sexual violence services. To seek and respond to referrals from a variety of internal and external sources. To assist survivors and relatives/supporters of survivors in understanding the range of resources and services available to them. To support service users to engage effectively with appropriate services to meet their individual needs and aspirations. To identify and respond to any safeguarding concerns To work as a link between clients, CARA staff and external agencies, ensuring appropriate information is passed on. To work closely with the Essex-wide team of First Contact Navigators and Information and Referral Coordinators to ensure effective referral processes across Essex. To act as a point of contact for external agencies making referrals to CARA, answering queries about our referral process. To cover the enquiry line and the office phone and deal with enquiries as required. To pro-actively promote CARA s services to external agencies, ensuring they are aware of our referral procedures. To contribute to development of promotional information, to ensure information about the referral process is clear and accessible. To attend regular team meetings and to work with colleagues to further the objectives of CARA. To adhere in full to all CARA s organisational policies and procedures, including safeguarding procedures. To report to the Service Engagement Manager, Head of Operations, CEO and Trustees as required, including the production of regular written reports. To be administratively self-servicing. To undertake any other related activities as required by the Head of Operations, CEO or the Chair of the Board of Trustees. About CARA CARA (Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse) works with victims and survivors of sexual violence and child sexual abuse, providing independent, specialist support and promoting and representing their rights and needs. CARA is a registered charity working with adults of all genders, young people and children from across mid and north Essex. We have a head office in Colchester and outreach premises in Braintree, Chelmsford, Clacton-on-Sea, Great Dunmow and Harwich. We also provide remote services. CARA seeks to be an inclusive organisation that actively encourages, supports and values diversity amongst both our service-users and our workers. We wish to create a culture in which discrimination, in all its forms, is recognised and addressed. You can read more about CARA s commitment to diversity and inclusion here . We encourage and welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. About Synergy Essex CARA is part of Synergy Essex the Essex Rape and Sexual Abuse Partnership. We work closely with SERICC Rape and Sexual Abuse Specialist Service and Southend-on-Sea Rape Crisis (SOS Rape Crisis) to deliver the contract for the Office for the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex for services for victims and survivors of sexual violence and child sexual abuse across Essex.

37 hours per week In Bridgend County Borough we have a robust social work model, and we are looking for someone to actively promote our 'Strengths-Based Model of Practice-Working to Achieve Outcomes' in the Community Learning Disability team. Working at the forefront of best practice, the post requires an advanced, highly skilled practitioner who has a demonstrable track record of building effective and productive relationships with people use our services, carers and partner agencies. The post holder will also make an important contribution to service planning and service improvement including the development of policies and practice guidance for social workers where required. As part of this work the post holder will provide expert advice on excellent social work practice and promote a culture of learning and development helping in the team and wider in Adult Social Care. The role will require the post holder to conduct appropriate research to ensure that evidence-enriched interventions underpin social work practice and promote innovative, efficient and effective social work practice including quality assurance, performance management and service improvement activities. The role will also ensure the delivery of strengths-based, outcome focused assessments, enabling individuals to maximise their independence through an integrated, multi-disciplinary and enabling approach. The post holder will support the team, and wider service, to deliver outstanding social work practice, by leading and promoting the delivery of the highest level of practice skills and developments, through the ability to inspire and mentor the team and individual social workers. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. Closing Date: 1 July 2026 Shortlisting Date: 3 July 2026 Interview Date: 22 July 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

The starting salary for this position is £32,111 per annum based on 36 hours per week, across 42 weeks per year. The role is term time, plus an additional 15 days per year. The 52 week equivalent salary is £34,660. We are excited to be hiring Enhanced Language and Communication Support Workers to join our fantastic Enhanced Language and Communication Initiative (ELCi) team! You will have a main Surrey office base in either Woking or Reigate and will work in schools across a designated area. We support agile working and are committed to providing a healthy work/life balance, considering flexible working wherever possible. Our Offer to You: A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role ELCi is closely aligned with the Department for Education's SEND reforms set out in the "Every Child Achieving and Thriving" White Paper, particularly the "Experts at Hand" model. It aims to strengthen the capability of mainstream education settings to meet children's needs earlier, more effectively, and inclusively. Some children may present with short, or longer-term additional needs on school entry. Improved understanding, together with the implementation of 'whole class approaches' can make a real difference to both staff and children's experiences. These approaches, that are beneficial to all and essential for some, will form the foundation of a communication supportive environment that enhances inclusion in our reception classes. It is expected that ALL children in reception will benefit from a language rich environment and our enhanced offer. The ELCi team is designed to support children with a range of additional needs in their reception year. Through collaborating with key school staff, children will be supported with their communication and emotional regulation needs, so that they can learn and thrive in their local school. You will be joining a small team of Support Workers, supported by an ELCi Coordinator and led jointly by the Clinical Lead for Speech and Language Therapy and Senior Educational Psychologist. Training and ongoing professional development will be provided to ensure that you can confidently support settings and make a real difference to children's lives. What you'll be doing As a Support Worker, you will be delivering weekly input in reception classes, supporting teaching staff to create a communication friendly environment by implementing whole class approaches. You will use modelling and coaching skills to give staff the confidence to embed these approaches independently. This is a great opportunity to further develop your skills and work in a more autonomous way to develop our service to those in mainstream schools with speech, language and communication needs. Your main duties as an Enhanced Language and Communication Support Worker will include: Assessing communication supports in Reception classes using a SCERTS framework Delivering weekly input and coaching in reception classes to support teaching staff to create a communication friendly environment Modelling strategies to school staff Problem solving with the class team to meet children's needs Supporting with target setting, monitoring and review of agreed targets for staff Information sharing, signposting and advice Active engagement with supervision and a commitment to continuous professional development Contributing to project work to develop the team and evaluation data Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A minimum of three years' experience of working with children and young people with additional/special educational needs Experience of working within mainstream education settings Ability to work independently and flexibly A passion and enthusiasm for supporting children with additional needs and disabilities Experience and knowledge of evidence-based language, and communication strategies and approaches Surrey has both urban and rural areas and as part of this role, you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to schools within a designated area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30.06.2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.