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Domus are working with a growing provider of Adult Learning Disability services, looking for an ambitious Deputy Manager to support the mobilisation and opening of a brand-new Supported Living service. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new 5-bed Supported Living service for Adults with Learning Disabilities, taking the service from an empty building through to full operation. You will work closely alongside an experienced Registered Manager, who will provide support and guidance throughout the mobilisation process whilst allowing you to take ownership of the day-to-day development of the service. This provider is passionate about developing future leaders and offers a genuine career pathway into Registered Management. You will be supported to complete your Level 5 Diploma, with a written commitment within your contract to progress into the Registered Manager position once the service is established. If you are an experienced Team Leader or Deputy Manager looking for the opportunity to build a service from the ground up whilst progressing your career, this is an excellent opportunity to grow alongside an expanding organisation. Key Responsibilities of a Deputy Manager: Support the mobilisation and successful opening of a brand-new Supported Living service for Adults with Learning Disabilities. Assist with building and developing a high-performing staff team through recruitment, induction, training and supervision. Develop positive relationships with Local Authorities, commissioners and external professionals to support referrals and occupancy. Support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, choice and positive outcomes. Assist with the implementation of policies, procedures, quality assurance systems and governance processes. Support compliance with CQC regulations, safeguarding requirements and Health & Safety legislation. Ensure accurate care planning, risk assessments and record keeping are maintained. Support rota management, staffing levels and the effective day-to-day operation of the service. Work collaboratively with the Registered Manager to ensure the successful growth and development of the service. Promote a positive, inclusive culture where people supported are encouraged to maximise their independence and quality of life. Deputy Manager Requirements: Previous experience within Adult Learning Disability, Autism or Supported Living services. Experience in a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Deputy Manager position. Good understanding of person-centred care and positive outcomes for people with Learning Disabilities. Good knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding and quality standards. Level 4 or Level 5 Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards one. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with people supported, families, commissioners and professionals. Experience supporting recruitment, supervision, training and staff development. Good organisational, administrative and IT skills. Understanding of risk management, safeguarding and confidentiality. Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points. Flexible approach to working hours and willingness to participate in on-call duties where required. (Desirable) Previous experience opening or mobilising a new service . (Desirable) Experience managing Learning Disability and/or Autism Supported Living services. (Desirable) Train the Trainer qualifications. (Desirable) Knowledge of business development or occupancy growth. Benefits: Competitive salary of 35,000, increasing to 40,000 following successful completion of probation. Further salary increase upon becoming the Registered Manager. Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care. Contracted career pathway into a Registered Manager position. Opportunity to build and shape a brand-new service from day one. Ongoing support and mentoring from an experienced Registered Manager. Excellent long-term career progression within a growing organisation. Ongoing training and professional development. If you are interested in the above position please apply, or for more information contact Matthew Taylor at Domus Recruitment. As part of our continual pursuit of quality candidates, we appreciate and reward candidate recommendations. If you recommend someone who is not already registered with us and we successfully place them into a role for a minimum of one month, we will reward you with 300.

Senior Occupational Therapist - Autism Specialist (Adult Social Care) Salary per annum: £51,735 - £54,843 Location: London Borough of Harrow Working Pattern: HybridWe are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist with specialist autism knowledge to join the Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism (MHLDA) Service. This is not a traditional equipment-led Occupational Therapy role. Instead, you will provide specialist assessment, formulation and intervention to improve outcomes through sensory, environmental and occupational approaches that promote independence and reduce restrictive practices.This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to combine specialist clinical practice with service development, workforce education and system-wide leadership. Key Responsibilities Complete specialist autism and sensory-informed assessments for adults with complex needs. Develop functional formulations and person-centred intervention plans that prevent escalation and crisis. Design sensory and environmental adaptations to improve independence and wellbeing. Influence care planning to reduce reliance on restrictive support models and high-cost care packages. Support individuals to maintain stable placements, tenancies and daily routines. Contribute specialist expertise to safeguarding enquiries and complex case discussions. Provide consultation and clinical advice to Social Workers, Care Managers, AMHPs and senior leaders. Review complex support packages and identify opportunities for improved outcomes through autism-informed practice. Work collaboratively with health services, housing, commissioning teams and partner organisations. Deliver training, reflective practice sessions and case consultations to develop autism-informed practice across Adult Social Care. Champion trauma-informed, strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approaches throughout the service. About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. Significant post-qualification experience working with autistic adults or individuals with complex neurodevelopmental needs. Extensive knowledge of autism, sensory processing, environmental adaptation and occupational formulation. Experience managing complex cases involving risk, safeguarding, mental health and the Mental Capacity Act. Excellent communication and consultation skills with the ability to influence practice across multidisciplinary teams. A passion for preventative practice and improving outcomes for autistic adults. Why work through Pertemps? By applying through Pertemps, you'll benefit from: A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support A simple online registration process Attractive referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance fully managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and much more! To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on or email .

The starting salary for this role is 49,464 per annum (pro rata for part-time staff). We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Social Worker with a passion for improving the lives of adults experiencing issues related to substance misuse. In return for your commitment to Surrey residents, we will provide excellent development opportunities, high-quality supervision, and support to help you progress your career within a specialist service. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Team Our Substance Misuse Team is a small but experienced specialist service, offering an excellent opportunity for Social Workers looking to further develop their expertise within a busy, county-wide service. We are co-located with our health provider colleagues across three sites and enjoy excellent working relationships with partner agencies across the substance misuse sector. The team has a strong identity within Surrey's Lifelong Services Directorate and plays a key role in supporting adults with complex needs to achieve better outcomes. We are committed to creating opportunities for people to develop their social networks, interpersonal skills and independence through meaningful engagement in their communities. Our work focuses on prevention, reducing social isolation, promoting recovery, and supporting individuals to maintain and develop independent living skills. As a team, we are developing specialist expertise in Mental Capacity Assessments within the context of substance misuse and actively support career development opportunities, including progression towards becoming a Best Interest Assessor (BIA), Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), or Practice Educator. You will benefit from regular supervision, visible management support, peer learning opportunities and strong multi-agency working. This is a collaborative and supportive team environment where professional development and reflective practice are highly valued. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, you will work with adults who have complex social care needs related to substance misuse and associated challenges. Using a strengths-based approach, you will undertake assessments, provide direct social work intervention, and support individuals and their carers to maximise independence, choice and control in their lives. You will manage complex cases, apply professional judgement in challenging situations, and work collaboratively with health colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Alongside your casework responsibilities, you will provide professional guidance, mentoring and supervision to colleagues, supporting the continued development of social work practice within the team. You will work closely with Team Managers to improve processes, contribute to service development, and help shape high-quality, effective social care services. You will also lead on complex assessments, safeguarding enquiries and risk management, while promoting strengths-based, person-centred approaches in all aspects of practice. To support your success, you will receive a structured induction programme and ongoing professional development opportunities throughout your career with us. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Substantial post-qualification experience as a Social Worker, applied knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 and strong knowledge of current social care legislation and its application in practice Experience of providing professional supervision (including supervision of unqualified or non-professional staff). Strong knowledge of current social care legislation and its application in practice. Experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries and managing complex cases. The ability to use professional judgement and a range of interventions to support individuals in challenging situations. Experience of providing reflective supervision, guidance and support to less experienced Social Workers, including ASYE practitioners and Social Work students. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and staff may be required to travel across a wide geographical area. Therefore, a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are desirable. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for successful applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 23/08/2026 with interview dates to be confirmed. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum 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: Elderly Day Care Support Worker Pay: £15.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM - 4:30 PM (No evenings or weekends! Flexible around school pick-ups) Bring Joy to Older Adults With Your New Role Are you friendly, chatty, and passionate about helping older adults live full, happy lives? We are looking for reliable and engaging individuals to join our day centre team in Porthcawl, supporting local seniors and individuals living with age-related conditions like dementia or mobility challenges. What You'll Be Doing: Hosting social sessions, gentle exercise, quizzes, and arts & crafts. Offering a warm smile, a listening ear, and encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness. Assisting with mealtime support and personal care with warmth and dignity. Supporting group outings in and around the Porthcawl area. Why Apply? Pay: £15.00/hr with predictable, full-time daytime hours. Balance: Keep your evenings and weekends free we can even adjust hours around school runs! Start: Quick start available for the right candidate. Ready to join us - Apply today for more info! Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Senior Support Worker Sale, Manchester £26,130 per annum, and increases to £26,793 - Once 6-month probation is passed. Full or Part Time opportunities available. Additional payments for night shifts (£12 per night - £55 for sleep-in) Have you worked in an adult social care or nursing setting? Experience of being a team leader or have at least 1 year of care experience? Do you want to progress to a Senior Support Worker? A charity based in Sale, just south of Manchester City Centre, we have over 70 years' experience supporting people with learning and physical disabilities. We pride ourselves on supporting our residents and service users to live their best lives to the fullest. Offering, high quality health and personal care for long-term residents of all ages. We have five 'luxury' style homes in Sale, with modern interiors and state-of-the-art lifting equipment and mobility aids, along with a day service in Altrincham. Come and join the fun working environment. You will be offering day to day, person centred care, which includes, activities and day trips planned weekly with residents and service users which includes - swimming, trips to the seaside, museums, sensory walks, and activity breaks across the country. What you will receive whilst working for us: A competitive salary Enhanced pay for bank holidays and on call Excellent internal and external training offered Comprehensive induction and ongoing training Mileage paid for travel during work hours 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays Increased holiday entitlement with service Pension Scheme Cycle to work scheme Access to Wage Stream Medicash - includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids Life Insurance Scheme Monthly staff prize draw What we want in return: Ideally a minimum of 1 year experience working in care with the ability to lead shifts Caring, self-motivated staff members who have passion and want to help people with learning disabilities and complex health care needs Have basic IT skills-Microsoft word and email. Ability to read and write and have basic numeracy skills is essential to this role Be Prepared to undertake a professional qualification relevant to the role, such as a level 2/3 RQF/NVQ Commitment to training and to progress to a shift leader Committed, reliable and willing to work as part of a team Flexibility- willing to work weekends and bank holidays Satisfactory DBS check, 2 references You will go home at the end of your shift satisfied and feeling like you have made a big difference to the people you support. If this job is for you, we want to hear from you.

Are you a passionate safeguarding professional ready to step into a fast-paced frontline role? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Senior Social Worker to join a busy MASH Team in the Greater Manchester area, where you will be at the heart of safeguarding practice, managing complex referrals and working with partner agencies to protect vulnerable adults. Benefits: Enjoy one-on-one guidance from a dedicated consultant. Keep your skills sharp with access to our e-learning portal. Work within a leading, reputable local authority. Stay informed with our regular updates on locum opportunities in your area. Earn up to £300 by referring a friend or colleague (T&C's apply). Responsibilities: Screen and triage all incoming safeguarding referrals to determine risk and required action Undertake information gathering, analysis, and initial enquiries with partner agencies to inform safeguarding decisions Ensure cases are progressed swiftly in line with Care Act 2014 duties and safeguarding thresholds Chair and contribute to strategy meetings and safeguarding enquiries Provide clear professional recommendations based on risk, need and legal frameworks Deliver robust safeguarding plans that reduce risk and protect vulnerable adults Supervise and mentor social workers, offering professional guidance and oversight on safeguarding practices Collaborate closely with Health, Police, Housing, and other statutory and voluntary partners to ensure timely and effective outcomes Manage a complex caseload with competing priorities, exercising sound professional judgement under pressure Support the wider team in embedding good safeguarding practice, learning from audits, reviews, and case discussions To be considered for the role, ideally you will have: Experience of dealing with safeguarding referrals, screening, enquiries and information gathering Strong communication and listening skills Proven experience of effective multi-agency working Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying safeguarding experience Must be legally literate with a sound understanding of safeguarding legislation Previous experience as a Senior Social Worker with responsibility for supervising social workers Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment For more information or confidential discussion please get in touch with Lynne Thomson - or call Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Ashurst, Southampton Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Sussex, Hampshire and Dorset is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Liverpool City Council are looking for an Interim SEND Caseworker. 300 per day. Mostly Remote. Inside IR35. Job Purpose To support settings, schools, services and families in applying the graduated approach to meeting the needs of pupils with SEND. To co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities and review and monitor pupils progress against outcomes. To support schools and settings in meeting the needs of pupils with SEND by following the graduated approach to meeting needs, developing close working relationships and offering advice and support to SENCos and head teachers To apply the highest possible standards to customer care in relation to all service users To work as a team within a cluster under the leadership of a Senior Casework Officer, SEND, supporting a group of schools and settings To work closely with the High Needs Support Officer and Independent Travel Trainer for the team in ensuring that all aspects of pupils support is considered To work closely with internal colleagues in SENISS, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychology and other services including Childrens and Adult Social Care, Health etc. in order to ensure a multi-agency approach to identifying and meeting need To co-ordinate the statutory assessment process for children and young people with SEND and their families for a specific group of schools and settings including managing the Education, Health and Care planning process from assessment through to placement and review To ensure that all statutory timescales are met in relation to the drawing up of the EHC plan To ensure that parents/carers and children and young people are at the centre of all planning and review To attend all annual reviews for particularly vulnerable pupils, e.g. Looked After Children, Continuing Care, pupils at risk of exclusion as appropriate To ensure that children and young people attend maintained settings in Liverpool wherever possible and that every possible effort is made to support them within the city To liaise closely with partners, in particular Social Care and Health in the drawing up of an EHC plan To ensure that parents/carers are informed about the Personal Budget process To liaise closely with Finance/Business Support/Transport colleagues to ensure they have up to date information on pupil placements and costs To keep up to date with all changes in SEND legislation, policy and guidance. To advise parents on all aspects of the EHC assessment process To co-ordinate and monitor outcomes from annual reviews and ensure that the EHC plan is kept up to date To monitor placements and allocated places and contribute towards the identification of new and/or expanded provision To ensure that when placing a child, the options appraisal process is rigorously followed and that Value for Money principles are applied To liaise with schools, head teachers, governing bodies and other professionals within Children's Services and partner agencies on all aspects of the statutory assessment process To attend all relevant panel meetings as requested by the Senior Education Officer, ensuring that information is of the highest quality and accuracy To lead or contribute to project management / development within the service To contribute towards the development of policy and procedures in relevant areas of the Service's work To deal with appeals including SENDIST cases and Ombudsman hearings including any follow-up actions

Senior Social Worker (Children & Families) Are you a dedicated social work professional seeking a role where you can make a profound impact on the lives of children and families? We are currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Social Worker (Level 3) to join our Children and Families service. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, complex services, ensuring that the voice of the child is at the heart of every decision. Key Responsibilities Act as a highly capable practitioner, assessing and managing complex, high-risk cases with autonomy and sound judgement. Utilise active listening and observation to build robust, supportive relationships with children, young people, and their families. Formulate child-centered plans and conduct thorough assessments, integrating research evidence and theoretical knowledge. Collaborate effectively within a multi-agency environment, sharing expertise to identify service gaps and build capacity among partners. Use your advanced knowledge of legislation-particularly regarding adoption, permanence, and the impact of trauma-to achieve positive outcomes. Provide mentor ship and coaching to colleagues, promoting best practices and professional development across the team. Qualifications and Expertise Social Work Degree (CQSW/CSS/DipSW) and active Social Work England registration. Minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant statutory setting. Extensive experience working with children, families, and Children Looked After. Proven ability to manage high-pressure situations and produce clear, analytical written reports. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development at an advanced level. Full, independent ability to travel both within and outside the region. Please note: This position requires an Enhanced DBS check for Children and Adults. Employment Details Location: Workington Salary: £45 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Working Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends as required by service needs. To Apply If you possess the professional rigor and compassion required for this challenging role, please submit your application to Abigail at Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

We are supporting a specialist provider based in Clayton Le Woods, Lancashire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Support Worker to work within a residential setting to provide support to young adults with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. This is a permanent position working between 35 to 40 hours per week. Previous experience is not essential, so if you are looking to start your career as a Support Worker, our client can promise a nurturing, supportive and fun working environment. If you are already an established Support Worker, our client may be able to offer progression into a Senior Role as and when the time is right. Alongside countless benefits and progression opportunities, our client is paying between £13.30 to £13.55 per hour. As a Support Worker, your main responsibilities will include: Support service users in accordance with their needs and wishes as detailed in their person-centred support plans. Demonstrate a commitment to the Safeguarding of Adults and to recognise and report any disclosure, suspicion or evidence of harm, risk of harm, abuse, or neglect. Accurately complete documentation that forms part of their support plans and notes. Support the service users in staying active, healthy, and as independent as possible. Attend training, including induction training, team meetings and individual supervisions. Support people in all aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, cooking and domestic. In return, our client is offering a whole host of benefits , including: Enrolment onto a level 3 in Health and Social Care Free meals on shift Ample progression opportunities Casual dress Recommendation bonus Overtime available To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential specialist Kieran. Not for you? Refer your friends and family and as our way of saying thank you, we will give you a referral bonus. Ref: (phone number removed)

Financial Inclusion Officer Rate: 16.90 per hour PAYE Location: Hybrid, Solihull Contract: 3 months Working hours: M-F Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Solihull Council for a Financial Inclusion Officer for a 3 month contract with possible for an extension. The role is demanding as it will involve working in a target-driven environment, managing a caseload and working with households with a wide range, sometimes complex needs. On a rota basis, the role will be office based with supervisory duties. Purpose of the Role: The role is of a case worker to support and facilitate households with complex and complicated financial needs with the aim of enabling residents to: alleviate unnecessary financial hardship sustain affordable housing maximise household income obtain debt and budgeting advice A key part of the role will be linking into benefit services. The post holder will need excellent communication skills to engage with and offer support, information, advice and guidance to individuals, households or groups in Solihull with the aim of achieving better outcomes for the individual or household. Responsibilities will include: To identify clients from individuals, households or groups who may require financial support. Work with clients including those from vulnerable groups; in a non-judgemental way, empowering them to identify, understand and address changes to the benefit system. To make recommendations on any hardship grants, awards or payments including Community Care Grants, Crisis Awards, Section 17 Payments, DHPs. To be aware of and keep up to date with the wide range of services provided by Income & Awards and partners. Support clients to enable them to have full access to a range of benefits, services and actions to help alleviate any undue hardship, removing possible barriers to change and reducing any potential risk of homelessness. Engage with partner services as required including: Citizens Advice Bureau, Money & Debt Advice, Welfare Advice, Employment Support, Volunteering and Skill building, Children & Family Support, Adult Social Care, other council services, Financial Inclusion initiatives, social housing providers and private landlords. To promote a strong customer focused performance. Provide impartial, high quality and relevant advice or links on a range of other services that could assist the wider household or group. Support clients through key transitions, budgeting, debt advice, financial literacy/ awareness, housing options and other whole household support. To help clients maximise their income through increased benefit take up, charitable funding, grants or reduction of expenditure. To assist where relevant to ensure Discretionary Housing Payments are in place with a dedicated exit strategy for each household. To work closely with other service providers to ensure that where individual needs are complex, appropriate support is identified and accessed. Encourage and support clients to find their own long-term solution. Produce a needs assessment and action plan for clients at various levels of self-supporting actions. To manage varying size and complexity in caseload in a target-driven environment. To initiate and maintain systems to help monitor client caseload, output and outcomes for individuals and households. Collect and monitor outcomes and supply performance data to support the senior officer to inform other parties, including colleagues, individuals and members. To participate in workshops, informal group discussions and presentations to a range of audiences with a diverse range of needs. To actively participate in any identified induction, ongoing training and networking, to contribute to training events as required, exchange information and share good practice. For more information or to process your application, please apply now! " If successful, candidates will be required to provide information to support the Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council's commitment to the prevention and detection of fraud. This information will be processed by the Council's Internal Audit Services and may be shared with the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) for data matching"

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Enfield Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Enfield is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Are you a Qualified Social Worker? Looking for a management position? Look no further Randstad are recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to join Edinburgh City Council's Adult Service. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate. Benefits: Hybrid working Competitive rates of pay Mileage reimbursement Supervision Weekly pay One committed and dedicated point of contact An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply) A full range of free training available Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Management: Supervise and line-manage a team of up to 8 FTE staff, including Grade 7 Social Workers, Grade 5 Community Care Assistants, and agency workers. Oversee staff development by conducting annual performance conversations, identifying training needs, managing absences, and driving performance improvements. Lead recruitment and selection activities to onboard new team members. Service Delivery & Practice: QualityManage daily capacity and demand by overseeing the efficient allocation of work and managing office workflows. Ensure high-quality, person-centered care that strictly aligns with statutory obligations, SSSC registration standards, and EHSCP policies. Drive model implementation, actively promoting and embedding the Home First and Three Conversations models of engagement. Audit and monitor service quality using recognized improvement methods, and present findings to senior management. Decision Making & Resource Management: Guide legal and clinical decision-making regarding adult support and protection, adults with incapacity, and risk management. Manage budgets and resources, including authorising payments for people in need, oversight of office funds, and participating in resource allocation boards. Handle complex communications, responding to service inquiries/complaints and representing the Partnership at multi-agency meetings. Requirements: PVG SSSC registration Social Work Degree Experience: Management/Senior experience Adults If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on or . Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon. Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please contact me on the details above. Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

The salary range for Senior Social Workers is 54,464 - 57,864 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of 5,000. We also offer an additional financial package of up to 6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. We have a great opportunity for two Senior Social Workers to join our fantastic Adolescent Service team based at Dakota in Weybridge. 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 30 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 Surrey's Adolescent service brings 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." 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 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. 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 Three years post-qualified experience Car driver with a valid UK license 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. 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 16/08/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. 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.

Support Worker Pembroke Dock SA72 4RX Permanent role 35 Hours on NIGHTS £13.45/hr - £13.75/hr WE ARE SORRY, BUT SPONSORSHIP OR CHANGE OF SPONSOR IS NOT AVAILABLE. AND THIS ROLE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CANDIDATES LOOKING FOR 20HRS A WEEK. If you have a passion to help people live their best life and you want a lifelong career that offers ongoing learning and progression, we want to hear from you. Many of our managers and senior management team started as support workers and are now service managers, area managers and directors. Others move into therapeutic roles and work towards professional qualifications. Working for a leading provider of specialist services for adults with complex needs, often associated with autism. We support adults in our community homes. Our priority is to improve and maintain the quality of life for the children and adults in our care. We take a person-centred approach to everything we do, empowering people in our care to learn and develop skills and abilities specific to their own development needs. - 35hrs a Week - NIGHTS FULL TIME - Working 4 nights on 4 off, 8pm 8am works out at 35 hours contract per week. Pembroke Dock SA72 4RX DETAILS INCLUDE Overtime available. Fixed Shift pattern, so you can always be able to plan your work/life balance. Permanent Contract, guaranteed hours. Working in a modern facility for an excellent company. You will be tasked with assisting with the resident s care plan, delivering the highest standards of personalised care to residents. Ensure that at all times residents are treated with respect and dignity, and that individual s rights to privacy, dignity, independence and choice are met. PERSON SPECIFICATION 6 Months minimum experience of working in a social care environment (Ideal). Have a caring nature and possess a willingness to develop new skills. Full UK Driving Licence Ideally BENEFITS Join us for a clear career progression and valuable qualifications - 97% of our managers progressed internally. Health plan - after probation. 'Refer a friend' scheme - earn up to £1000 per any successful permanent referral. Eligibility for a 'Blue Light Card' for additional discounts at a range of retailers.

Your new company Our client is a growing provider of supported housing and community-based support services, helping individuals with a range of needs to live independently and access the services they require. Due to continued growth, they are creating a new role to strengthen quality, compliance and service improvement across the organisation. Your new role Internal Auditor / Quality & Compliance Officer - Salary: Circa 45,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical professional to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. Due to continued expansion, the organisation is seeking an independent and commercially minded individual to review services, identify improvements, and drive best practice across the business. The Role Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will spend the first 6-12 months conducting a detailed review of services, processes and procedures across the organisation. Initially focusing on Mental Health and Supported Housing services, you will gather feedback from service users, analyse operational data, evaluate existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. This role requires someone who can challenge constructively, ask insightful questions and provide objective recommendations that enhance service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help design and implement the organisation's internal audit and quality assurance framework. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of operational processes and service delivery. Engage with service users and stakeholders to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities. Analyse data, trends and performance information to support recommendations. Review compliance against regulatory and quality standards. Produce detailed reports and present findings to senior management. Provide constructive challenge and independent oversight across services. Support continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development. Assist in the development of internal audit programmes and quality assurance frameworks. About You The ideal candidate will have experience within social care, supported housing, healthcare, compliance, quality assurance or internal audit environments and be confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Essential Experience Understanding of Supported Housing and/or Supported Accommodation services. Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures. Experience within social care, housing, healthcare or regulated environments. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Experience reviewing processes, procedures and service delivery. Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively. Confident, influencing and challenging professionally whilst maintaining positive working relationships. Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. Previous Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Compliance experience. Desirable Experience Experience working with CQC-regulated services. Background within a regulatory, inspection or governance setting. Experience developing audit programmes or quality frameworks. Experience working for a regulatory or oversight body. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape a brand-new role. Significant exposure to senior leadership teams. The chance to make a real impact on service quality and operational effectiveness. Long-term career development within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to provide independent, objective analysis within a highly regulated environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Benefits of working at Futures Care Ltd Attendance bonus pay Unsociable hours pay Paid training incentive Paid update training Paid Mileage (tax free) Refer a friend bonus scheme Casual Dress Shift Flexibility Career development and progression - The opportunity to complete a qualification in Health and Social Care up to level 5. Completion of an enhanced DBS. About Futures Care Futures Care is a care company that is built on experience with a genuine aim to provide quality care that supports, develops, and provides positive outcomes for all involved. We provide support to a variety of individuals on a 1:1 to 3:1 basis for example, with complex care needs, autism, learning difficulties, Mental Health, behaviours that challenge and acquired brain injuries. Futures Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults with care and support needs and except all staff to have this commitment and we are also committed to safe recruitment practices. Job Description Support Workers are required to work in the Gloucestershire area, you may be required at times to move to a different working environment within a different location. Previous experience with caring and supporting individual's who have complex needs such as Autism, Learning Difficulties, Mental Health, Behaviours that challenge, and Epilepsy is preferred, however is not essential as full training will be provided along with support from Senior Support Staff, our dedicated and experienced Management Team and our On Call Support Team. Support Staff will be issued with a paid training incentive when attending face to face training and when required client specific training. Days, Afternoons, Evenings and Sleep-ins.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Care Graduate / Graduate Support Worker to join a well-established provider of specialist residential care, supports young adults with complex physical and learning disabilities in a unique, countryside-based setting. As a Social Care Graduate / Graduate Support Worker, you will be supporting residents in their daily lives while working closely with senior staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £29,900 including 6 sleep-in and benefits plus overtime at £12.54 hourly rate with additional sleep-ins paid at £90 per night. The role includes working 35 hours per week, including 6 sleep-in shifts (10pm - 7:30am). You will be responsible for: Assisting residents with personal care routines in line with tailored care plans. Encouraging decision-making and independence in accordance with relevant care standards. Accompanying residents to health appointments and community-based activities. Contributing to accurate and timely record-keeping. Providing support with daily finances and budgeting. Supporting social engagement and leisure participation. Ensuring equipment and living spaces are well-maintained and safe. Acting in accordance with safeguarding principles and health & safety procedures. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Social Care Graduate, Health care graduate, Graduate Support Worker, Graduate Care Worker, Graduate Care Assistant, Graduate Keyworker, Support Worker, Keyworker, Care worker, Care Assistant, or in a similar role. Ideally, you will have prior care experience, but we also welcome applications from recent Health & Social Care graduates. Proficiency in the English language for communication and record keeping . Must have valid UK driving licence. Must hold right to work without sponsorship. What s on offer: Competitive salary Company Pension On-site parking Casual dress Training and development This is a fantastic opportunity for a Care Assistantto step into a rewarding role with real impact. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.