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We work with adults of all ages including Older People, Mental Health, Physical Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Transitions, Hospital Discharge, Safeguarding and informal Carers.  </p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced social worker who shares our values, can understand, apply relevant legislation, and offer a flexible approach to delivering positive outcomes for our residents.</p>\n<p>As part of a ‘People’ directorate, the successful candidate will work closely with colleagues in both Homeless and Children’s services providing a seamless service to residents.</p>\n<p>In the City of London Adult Services, we have a strong focus on relationship-based practice, offering opportunities for longer term in depth social work, and we are committed to a strengths-based approach to working with our residents.   </p>\n<p>The City of London is vibrant and diverse, and we are committed to practicing in an anti-discriminatory way. </p>\n<p>In addition to a competitive salary and membership of the excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, you can look forward to an all-round package of life-improving benefits and offers – from interest-free season ticket and bicycle loans to discounts on health and wellbeing, arts and culture.</p>\n<p>Closing date: 12 noon on 20 May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 2 & 3 June 2025</p>\n<p>To apply please click the apply button below.</p>\n<p>Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCCS0926 if you experience any difficulties. 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All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. 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, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice\">equality statement</a>.<br><br>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. 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Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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You will have the opportunity to undertake work placements in two different homes within the service working with our most vulnerable and traumatised young people whilst receiving a high level of support and training.<br><br>The role will entail working with young people who have challenging behaviours, supporting young people to access education, and undertaking activities with the young people.<br><br>Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be assigned to 1 home permanently and your salary will increase to £30,559 per annum plus market enhancement.<br><br>Working in our team will give you the opportunity to further your career through accessing further training opportunities. As part of this role, you will be expected to undertake diploma level 4.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br>Whilst no specific skills or experience in social care is required, your passion and commitment to learn is essential for working with our children and young people.<br><br> <strong>Essential</strong>: <br> •Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a car <br><br>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC6 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Sabika Sabeen (sabika.sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk) or 07515 663033 for an informal discussion about the role.<ul>\n<li> <strong>Outcome of application:</strong> 4th June </li>\n<li> <strong>Assessment Centre Dates</strong>: 11th June, 12th June or 18th June. These will be face to face located in Hertford. </li>\n<li> <strong>Start date</strong>: 29th September 2025. </li>\n</ul>Benefits of working for us <br><br><strong> </strong><br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Start Salary £24,790 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-02T04:11:25.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ece7ef2a-6b35-4b58-91b7-5dec1a38ea32.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"004f1414-92ca-4bf7-a0cf-5c02ae7bdb4a","title":"Deputy Manager Access and Hospital Team","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>The Access and Hospital team are both front door fast paced teams.<br><br>The Access Team is the front door in the community.<br><br>We triage all new referrals and provide information/ advice and signposting. We refer to the Reablement service and complete assessments of ongoing need. We triage all Safeguarding alerts and make the decision regarding whether an alert progress to a Section 42 enquiry.<br><br>The Hospital Team facilitates discharges from both Kingston Hospital and out of borough hospitals. This is completed using Discharge to Assess. The Hospital Team works as part of the Transfer of Care Hub which is a multi professional team designed to facilitate swift and informed discharges.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> The successful candidate will work alongside the Manager with the daily running of the Access and Hospital Team <br><br> Overseeing and ensuring timely discharges from Kingston Hospital and out of borough hospitals <br><br> Liaising with other professionals to provide good outcomes for our residents <br><br> Overseeing Access incoming referrals including AEDT (adult emergency duty) referrals , LAS ( London ambulance Service ) and Mash report ( Multi agency safeguarding Hub) <br><br> Managing access safeguarding referrals ensuring timely triaging and overseeing complex safeguarding <br><br> The successfull candidate will have: <br><br> Social Work Degree <br><br> Experience working in a fast paced team <br><br> Managerial experience <br><br> Excellent communication skills <br><br>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br> <br> Additional Information : <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. 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This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>The Emergency Duty Team provides essential social work cover for children across 4 London boroughs. We offer a social work service to children and young people in the Borough who are living at home on a plan across the tiers of need. This is achieved by working in partnership with relevant agencies, children and young people, and their families.<br><br>Within the team's geographical area we support children and young people through robust assessment, SMART planning and effective intervention to achieve positive outcomes within their families and communities. Working within a restorative practice approach, our team works in partnership with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br><br>We have exciting opportunities for confident and skilled Social Workers to work in the Children's Emergency Duty Team (CEDT) as sessional workers in Children Services. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes in improving the quality of life for Children within Sutton, Merton, Kingston and Richmond for whom the service is provided <br><br>Reporting to a Team Manager, Social Workers within the CEDT are responsible for delivering our Out of Hours Service. Our team provide vital support to the service with the responsibility of working outside of standard office hours, during evenings, nights and at weekends to deliver our service in safeguarding children and young people. Working within the Care Act 2014, you will undertake carer's assessments and eligibility assessments whilst supporting planning and reviews. You will ensure appropriate advocacy or representation to ensure an individual's human rights are understood and promoted. Our work also covers daily enquiries to the team's duty system, including initial safeguarding responses and protection planning as well as undertaking investigations. You will be working collaboratively with all relevant parties to ensure that the children and families enabled to live ordinary and fulfilled lives<br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-05-02T03:01:40.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b77b895d-77be-489e-aa35-69a17be93e65.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c8345d9a-81d7-4f0a-a56a-acb5ef79b969","title":"Senior Social Worker Children in Care","employer":"London Borough of Newham","department":"","location":"greater london","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Senior Social Worker</strong></p> <p><strong>Children in Care Service</strong></p> <p><strong>£55,574– £58,607 (includes 5k market supplement)</strong></p> <p><strong>Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU</strong></p> <p><strong>Closing date: 25/5/25 at 23:59 - please apply ASAP as we may interview shortlist able candidates before the closing date.</strong></p> <p><strong>WE ARE NEWHAM</strong></p> <p>We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place to practise social work, with the networks in place to enable you to be the best social worker you can be and make a real difference to our children in care and their families.</p> <p>We’ve been working tirelessly to establish a Centre of Excellence for Children’s Services through investment, co-production and by continuously developing our 'Circles of Support' practice model; centring on systemic and restorative practice and a specialist support offer for our practitioners. </p> <p>Ofsted described Newham as having a positive culture of learning and development and we always try to develop talent in-house. We promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 alone, and have put more than 47 practitioners through further education since 2020. We value your development and at Newham career progression is reality for many. </p> <p>We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and ensure that you have the support needed for a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting your children and families, a pleasant, modern office space for when you are in the office, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work. </p> <p>Our recent (Jan 24) visit from Ofsted was focused our services for Children in Care and Care Leavers, we’d love for you to read the positive report here before considering joining us.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT THE JOB</strong></p> <p>Social Work in Newham is underpinned by a culture of Systemic and Restorative practice with high quality relationships at the heart of our approach. Our children in care service work closely with children and young people who are in the care of the local authority, from care proceedings, during placements, to eventual transfer to leaving care services or hopefully returning to family. </p> <p>Senior Social Workers have a vital case holding role delivering high quality practice to best serve our children and families, whilst supporting lesser experienced colleagues. SSWs will potentially take on responsibility for supervising social work students on placement at Newham so we welcome Practice Educators, though this is not essential for this role. You’ll be joining an experienced and friendly service, where progression is a genuine possibility; we’ve seen two Senior Social Workers make the upwards step to Assistant Team Manager, and one Assistant Team Manager to move up to Team Manager, within the last 12 months.</p> <p>We value our practitioners and understand the importance of supporting your learning, development and ambition, as well as your wellbeing. We have a bespoke offer through our very own clinical service and support to social work teams is provided following duty week through our ‘Duty Debrief’ meeting. Our embedded systemic family psychotherapist facilitates group discussion and the processing of the duty week experience, and it is an opportunity to share observations among the team, to identify and address challenges, and to prioritise staff wellbeing. The family therapist is also available for joint work with social workers on visits and consultations. Our social workers have fed back that this offer has enhanced their practice and development and helped them with embedding systemic practice into the service. </p> <p>To find out more about the role please download the JD here</p> <p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p> <p>You have at least 3 years’ post qualified experience and an understanding of working effectively within a diverse urban community, with particular career focus on supporting looked after children. </p> <p>We’re looking for people who have a genuine interest in a restorative, relationship based practice model drawing on systemic thinking to inform your approach to building effective relationships with children, families and communities. We do require court work experience (and confidence) to enter this service at Senior Social Worker level.</p> <p>You share our ambition and energy in embracing new ways of working. You have high working standards and are conscious of your own professional development and that of those around you, especially less experienced and student social workers starting out on their social work careers. You are always open to learning and to helping others learn so that children and families can benefit from our best practice. You have experience working in a statutory looked after children focused service.</p> <p>You will be a qualified social worker who is registered with Social Work England.</p> <p><strong>WHY WORK WITH US?</strong></p> <p>We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work.</p> <ul>\n<li>We’re a GOOD local authority focused on reaching excellence.</li> <li>Ofsted graded our senior leadership as OUTSTANDING.</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.</li> <li>Stability: 100% of our Service Managers and 71% of Team Managers are permanent.</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model, Circles of Support, was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.</li> <li>Career progression; we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023.</li> <li>Social Care Academy – 47 social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020. Our Academy offer received significant praise from Ofsted.</li> <li>A competitive package for social workers of up to £54,083 (includes market supplement).</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits (Council scheme).</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.</li> </ul> <p><strong>TO APPLY</strong></p> <p>To apply please submit your CV and a supporting statement (1-2 sides of A4) through our <strong>online recruitment portal</strong><strong>.</strong> </p> <p>Shortlisting decisions will be based on candidates' relevant experience and on candidates' suitability for the role in line with the <strong>person specification</strong>, as described in their supporting statement and CV.</p> <p><strong>Closing date: 25/5/25 at 23:59 – please apply ASAP as we may interview shortlist able candidates before the closing date.</strong></p> <p><strong>Interviews: ASAP</strong></p> <p>If you have any questions about the recruitment process or want to discuss joining Newham Children’s Services with one of our managers, please contact our <strong>Recruitment Team</strong>.</p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <p>We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.</p> <p>The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfa<img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=d9d661ff1ceb7b541f3f8465672131b0&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\"></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-05-01T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-26T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1ef34185-e637-4b1d-9497-0fceca89bf1c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fc0b15a3-883e-4555-ace4-7e75f6332af5","title":"Principal Planning Policy Officer","employer":"London Borough of Bexley","department":"","location":"London Borough of Bexley","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>About The Role</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting time for London Borough of Bexley; we are at the heart of regeneration and change as London’s growth opportunities move eastwards.  The Council is planning for unprecedented growth and development, but key corporate and political priorities are to ensure that growth is of high-quality design and respects the existing character of the borough as well as aiding in the regeneration and renewal of its most deprived areas.</p>\n<p>This senior <strong>12-month fixed-term</strong> post will play an important role within the Strategic Planning Division as the team undertakes a comprehensive review of Bexley’s designated green belt land, providing experienced support within the planning policy team and advice across Council teams with regards to planning policy, strategy and growth, including infrastructure planning, sustainability and conservation.</p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will be highly experienced in strategic planning and be capable of leading work programmes including commissioning consultants as required, giving advice to development management on planning applications, pre-applications and at appeal, and establishing and/or maintaining working partnerships across the Council and with external bodies including through the duty to cooperate.</p>\n<p>You will be ambitious for new opportunities and want to work as part of a dynamic and friendly team to help meet the Council’s ambitions.  This role will contribute significantly to the delivery of the Council’s strategic corporate priorities.  Working for us you will have the opportunity to make a real difference for our residents.</p>\n<p>Please refer to the Job Description (<strong>Bexley15 Grade on the Career Grade Scheme</strong>) attached for more information.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Clare Loops, Planning Policy Manager on 020 3045 5766 or email <a href=\"mailto:clare.loops@bexley.gov.uk\">clare.loops@bexley.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p>\n<p>A degree level qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline and eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute is essential.  A higher degree (e.g. MSc) in Town Planning or a related discipline is desirable.</p>\n<p>For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the attached Job Description (<strong>the requirements at the Bexley15 Grade on the Career Grade Scheme are the relevant criteria</strong>).</p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer to you</strong></p>\n<p>We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.</p>\n<p><strong>Recruitment Information</strong></p>\n<p>As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bexley.gov.uk\">recruitment@bexley.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.</p>\n<p><strong>Click on the apply link above to apply.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 29<sup>th</sup> May 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,092 - £49,644 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-01T13:10:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dd442163-904d-4cf3-878e-890487cb01f3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"48ae5944-ce38-4f65-a17d-e082996629b8","title":"Newly Qualified Social Workers - Children's Services","employer":"London Borough of Tower Hamlets","department":"","location":"Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Role: </strong>ASYE/Newly Qualified Social Worker </p><p><strong>Division: </strong>Supporting Families Division<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> <span>Grade I-K - £44,430, plus </span><strong>zone 2&3 travel card – </strong>this will go up to £46,437, once you pass your first year of ASYE</p><p> </p><p>Are you ready to take the first steps in your journey as a qualified social worker? </p><p>Are you passionate and committed to building relationships with children and families within a diverse and innovative workplace?</p><p>Rated <strong>OUTSTANDING</strong> by OFSTED, Tower Hamlets is a great place to practice social work. We are committed to developing excellent Social Work practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of choice. </p><p>Contribute to creating positive change together and apply today!</p><p> </p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>About Us </strong></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><em>In Tower Hamlets we believe that the best place for children is to be </em><strong><em>raised within their own families</em></strong><em>, immediate or wider, wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. </em></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><em>In Tower Hamlets we are committed to </em><strong><em>building relationships and strengthening families </em></strong><em>by working </em><strong><em>with</em></strong><em> people in a compassionate and understanding way.   </em></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><em>We are </em><strong><em>ambitious</em></strong><em> for Tower Hamlets children and families and endeavour for every child and young person to be </em><strong><em>healthy, safe and successful</em></strong></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong> </strong></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Our Better Together </strong>Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts underpinned by Restorative Practice. It draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed Practice and is fully embedded across Supporting Families. </p><p>We are an <strong>inclusive</strong> organisation that <strong>values diversity</strong> and empowers individuals from all cultures and backgrounds. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and enriches our ability to serve our community.</p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\">Our C-Change approach: <strong>Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, </strong> sets out “6 Cs” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other.</p><p>We particularly welcome applications from Social Workers from Global majority backgrounds and from those who have care experience- in Tower Hamlets this is a protected characteristic. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role </strong></p><p><strong>As an NQSW in Tower Hamlets, you will be part of one of our diverse Children’s Services teams, known as Supporting Families</strong> , providing essential support to children, young people, their families, and carers. Our practice is child-centred, family-minded, and strengths-based.</p><p>You will be asked for your team preferences if your application is shortlisted, and we will endeavour to put you forward for one of your team choices if successful at interview.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Our Offer</strong><strong>:</strong> </p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\">We offer a competitive salary starting salary at Grade I-K- <strong>£44,430 </strong><strong>this will go up to £46,437, once you pass your first year of ASYE </strong>and you will also be eligible for an annual travel card covering zones 2-3. </p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"> </p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\">We are committed to developing excellent Social Work practitioners and if you choose to work with us you will benefit from:</p><ul>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">A dedicated practice leader to support you through the learning and assessment involved in your first year.</li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">A diverse workload and good quality reflective supervision</li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">In the second year of practice, you can opt in to continue having additional reflective supervision and are encouraged to do a consolidation module accredited by our partner universities.</li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">In the following three years the Learning Academy will work with you to consider the best way to support and develop your practice. </li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">A range of opportunities to undertake further study and complete further post-qualifying modules through our partner universities post ASYE</li>\n</ul><p class=\"ql-align-justify\">Tower Hamlets provides wide-ranging and excellent training and development opportunities, which include university accredited courses, e-learning, online classroom-based training and on the go opportunities. We also offer flexible learning opportunities through our subscription to Research in Practice and various learning opportunities through our membership with the NorthEast London Teaching Partnership.</p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><br></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Requirements </strong></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Please note that to apply for these posts you must meet the following criteria:</strong></p><ul>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Have the Right to Work in the UK (please note, unfortunately we are not currently able to offer sponsorship for ASYE positions).</strong></li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Be anticipating successful completion of your social work course and subsequent Social Work England registration by October 2025</strong></li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Have completed your social work qualification within the last 2 years</strong></li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Not have commenced or completed your ASYE elsewhere</strong></li>\n</ul><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><br></p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><strong>Recruitment Timeline:</strong></p><ul>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">\n<strong>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 18</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> May 2025</strong> </li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">\n<strong>Shortlisting date: 27</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> May 2025</strong>\n</li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">\n<strong>Assessment Centre date/s: 3</strong><sup><strong>rd</strong></sup><strong> - 5</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> June 2025 </strong>\n</li>\n<li class=\"ql-align-justify\">\n<strong>Interview date/s: 16</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> – 19</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> June 2025</strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p class=\"ql-align-justify\">Both the Assessment Centre and Interview activities are approximately 1 day each and will take place face to face in Tower Hamlets Town Hall in Whitechapel.</p><p class=\"ql-align-justify\"><br></p><p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Learning Academy on <a href=\"mailto:LearningAcademy@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">LearningAcademy@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><p>Tower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.</p><p>Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. </p><p>We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.</p><p>We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough. </p><p>________________________________________________________________________________________________________ </p><p>This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).</p><p>Tower Hamlets Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,430 - £55,710","publishDate":"2025-05-01T11:55:55.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/9b5dc140-34fa-439e-9274-b89647cfe35e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"81408c3c-fd4e-47da-8bf5-4f4d8d26fa3c","title":"Revenues Officer","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong> </strong>Be part of our successful Council Tax team to compile and maintain records of our 100,000 properties across Sevenoaks and Dartford districts.</p>\n<p>Our team are responsible for dealing with all aspects of Council Tax, from administration and billing to recovery and enforcement. You’ll be responsible for answering telephone enquiries covering all aspects of Council Tax and responding to emails and letters received from our customers.</p>\n<p>If you have a customer service or retail background, a passion to deliver excellent customer service and the ability to stay calm under pressure then we would love to hear from you!</p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. 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Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.</p>\n<p>We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before.</p>\n<p><strong>About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p>\n<p>We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.  All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.  It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community; we have a diverse workforce, and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.</p>\n<p>We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have a thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model, and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.</p>\n<p>As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.  There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Benefits</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council\"><span class=\"customHTML\">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here.</span></a></p>\n<p><strong>About The Role</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Service which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas. Your primary focus will be to lead the Council’s response to rough sleeping, working proactively and putting measures in place to minimise the number of incidences of rough sleeping in the Borough and achieve the ultimate goal of having no-one sleeping rough in the Borough.</p>\n<p><strong>About The Team You’ll Be Working In</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.</p>\n<ol>\n<li>You directly line manage 5 Outreach and Sustainment Officers along with Specialist Outreach Workers for Mental Health, Substance Misuse and Navigators.</li>\n<li>You will be responsible for a service that makes a real difference to the lives of people who are rough sleeping, at risk of rough sleeping, homeless or at risk of losing their homes.</li>\n<li>You will oversee street outreach shifts at unsociable hours, ensuring staff comply with safe operating practices.</li>\n<li>You lead, support and enable staff to identify, assess and address complex needs and carry out investigations to ensure effective decision making. You encourage innovation and inspire your team to be highly motivated, efficient and effective in their roles, balancing the need to work independently but collaboratively to meet contextual needs to ensure the correct support is in place to prevent and reduce rough sleeping.</li>\n<li>Operate effectively in a highly changeable and demanding working environment with multiple competing priorities, ensuring timely and relevant interventions are carried out to prevent escalation of need, decisions are made to fulfil statutory requirements and legal challenges are responded to.</li>\n</ol>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ol>\n<li>You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>\n<li>You have an expert knowledge of the issues facing those sleeping rough alongside the challenges of persuading rough sleepers to accept offers of accommodation.</li>\n<li>You have an excellent understanding of homelessness in the Borough and the council’s statutory duties in relation to homelessness, but you work creatively to implement bespoke solutions to achieve the ultimate goal of having no-one sleeping rough in Hounslow.</li>\n<li>You are a visible leader delivering a first class, modern and flexible prevention focussed outreach and in-reach service to rough sleepers and those at risk of rough sleeping.</li>\n<li>You have experience of successfully managing staff and are a collaborative leader, acting with integrity and building trusting relationships, operating effectively through prioritisation, delegation and efficient use of available resources to deliver value for money services.</li>\n<li>You are an expert communicator who engages effectively with a broad range of people, including applicants, colleagues, and elected members, to motivate, influence, negotiate and persuade and achieve multi-disciplinary outcomes to meet wide ranging needs.</li>\n<li>You are a dynamic decision maker who leads and motivates others to deliver a high performing service achieving excellent results, which can flex and adapt to the changing need of residents, integrating digital service solutions balanced with bespoke solutions for vulnerable residents.</li>\n<li>You are a creative and analytical problem solver who takes responsibility to see problems through to successful resolution, ensuring your work and the work of the team achieve service outcomes that support the shared goals of the council, while operating with financial acumen.</li>\n<li>It is desirable that you have a degree or equivalent qualifications.</li>\n<li>You work flexibly, including during unsociable hours as required, can travel independently around the Borough (including hard to reach locations to locate rough sleepers) and meet other professionals in community settings.</li>\n<li>You are passionate about customer services.</li>\n<li>You are an experienced homelessness professional with a background in rough sleeping teams and part VII.</li>\n<li>You are looking to work in a forward thinking and progressive housing department.</li>\n<li>You are a visible leader adept at managing high volumes of work involving vulnerable residents.</li>\n</ol>\n<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>You have a degree or extensive relevant work-based experience and engage in continuous professional development.</li>\n<li>You will be able to travel independently around the Borough and it is desirable to hold a full UK driving licence.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Essential for The Role:</strong></p>\n<p>An Enhanced DBS check is required.</p>\n<p>If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.</p>\n<p>Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.</p>\n<p><strong>When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact</strong></p>\n<p>The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:Pauline.Jones@Hounslow.gov.uk\">Pauline.Jones@Hounslow.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews for this job will be held during May 2025.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date is 13th May 2025.</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>To apply, please click “Apply Now”.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 – £50,574 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-01T08:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-13T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ed6855d8-34e6-4e3f-90b0-7fa02ce33b73.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c610887b-2c05-4b9a-9f83-11f7e8c25917","title":"Social Worker - Leaving Care and Children Looked After","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children in the local authority's guardianship. Our focus is on ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of each child are met through personalised care plans and stable placements. We are committed to creating nurturing environments that address each child's unique needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decisions affecting their lives <br><br> We are growing a diverse and inclusive environment for staff to learn, develop and grow their career. We provide specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard. We understand the value that our staff bring to our service, and the needs of the residents in our community. <br><br> In addition:<ul>\n<li> Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. </li>\n<li> Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development. </li>\n<li> We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). </li>\n</ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women's +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Join Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and receive a Golden Hello and a Recruitment and Retention Bonus as follows:<ul>\n<li> £1000 paid in your first month's salary </li>\n<li> £1000 paid for your first completed year in service </li>\n<li> £2000 paid for your second completed year in service </li>\n<li> £3000 paid for your third completed year in service and every year thereafter </li>\n</ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Social Worker within our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service within Children's Social Care. Our mission is to empower children to live independently as possible and provide the necessary support in safeguarding their well-being. We need your expertise to make it happen. <br><br> In this role, your responsibility will include:<ul>\n<li> Assess the needs and situations of children in care to develop specialised individual care plans that address their well-being and development. </li>\n<li> Advocate for children and young people in care, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected in meetings, court hearings, and other discussions. </li>\n<li> Collaborate with professionals like teachers, healthcare providers, and community groups to provide coordinated support and review the well-being of children in care </li>\n</ul>As a Social Worker, your role is vital to promoting stability, supporting transitions to independence, and working towards long-term, positive outcomes for each child. Your knowledge and expertise will help to provide a stable and safe environment, advocating for children's voices to be heard and ensuring their rights are upheld in all aspects of their care. You will collaborate with foster carers, families, and a range of professionals to provide consistent and effective support. If you are an experienced social worker, empowered by making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would like to hear from you. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of children in care. <br><br> This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. <br><br> In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul>\n<li> To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar. </li>\n<li> Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting. </li>\n<li> Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families. </li>\n<li> Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals. </li>\n<li> Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-05-01T03:01:31.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/70979e0d-2e1f-476c-91f3-c8683be6e347.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8a62a61a-f6c6-4fd5-bf1a-a3f50571a27a","title":"Assistant Principal Lawyer - Adults, Education & Employment","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow","locationType":2,"description":"<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Overview</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p><strong> </strong>We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Principal Lawyer for the Adult Social Care and Education team at HB Public Law (HBPL).</p>\n<p>You will undertake varied, high-quality work with like-minded and supportive colleagues who are committed to public service and excellent client care.</p>\n<p>HB Public Law is one of the country’s leading shared local authority legal practices between a number of Northwest London and out of London boroughs; it is Lexcel accredited, and we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality service.  Staff are employed by Harrow Council but work for several public sector clients. </p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">About you</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>The successful candidate will be expected to lead and develop an existing and highly motivated team, as well as to personally undertake matters of a more complex nature.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed assistant principal lawyer with an ability to support our clients with a proven ability to develop others.</p>\n<p>Duties will include but not limited to</p>\n<ul>\n<li>The successful candidate will be required to carry a full caseload relating mainly to Education matters, with a focus on Special Educational Needs Tribunal work and advice.</li>\n<li>Advising senior officers and elected members in a proactive and politically sensitive manner.</li>\n<li>Overseeing and advising complex cases in all areas of Education including SEND Tribunal matters.</li>\n<li>Supporting the strategic development of HB Public Law jointly with the chief legal advisors, principal lawyers, and other assistant principal lawyers.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The successful candidate will not only have extensive previous Adults social care experience but will also be passionate about teamwork and developing others.  A high level of client contact will be involved in this role and therefore it is essential that you exhibit good client care skills and can build strong working relationships with others.</p>\n<p>If you would like a confidential conversation about the opportunity prior to applying please discuss with Sharon Clarke on 07933 393755.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date</strong></p>\n<p>The closing date for all applications is Tuesday the 27<sup>th</sup> of May 2025 and we look forward to hearing from you.</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Related Documents</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>For more information, please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=22240&hashed=-1800217937\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_JobOptions\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_JobOptionsMobile iCIMS_JobOptionsMobile_Options1\">\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_Action_ButtonText\"><span>About us</span></h2>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_PageFooter\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Other information</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>Support for candidates visit: <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&categoryId=210277\">Harrow.gov.uk</a> </p>\n<p>Our behavioural indicators roles <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\">below G11</a> and <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\">above G11</a></p>\n<p>Here at London Borough of Harrow, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow'</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council/2\">Please click here to view London Borough of Harrow's benefits</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Important Note</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. 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, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice.\">equality statement.</a></p>\n<br>\n<p>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"https://internal-harrowcouncil.icims.com/jobs/5303/assistant-principal-lawyer---adults%2c-education-%26-employment/resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. </p>\n<p>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.</p>\n<p>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"mailto:www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£63,510 - £70,437","publishDate":"2025-04-30T14:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c3b17c6b-62f4-4919-bc52-08961d8884c4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d8b323e8-1fca-43f7-9fed-f63b021eed74","title":"Assistant Principal Lawyer – Property","employer":"Harrow Council","department":"","location":"Harrow","locationType":2,"description":"<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Overview</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Principal Lawyer who is committed to doing their best to support their clients, develop others and help lead one of our established Property teams.</p>\n<p>HBPL is an innovative and ambitious Lexcel accredited legal service serving several local authority clients, schools and other public bodies in London and the home counties. 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Duties will include, but will not be limited to, receiving and allocating instructions, active supervision of staff to include appraisals, one to one’s and general mentoring, advising and supporting corporate groups, senior officers and elected members in a proactive and politically sensitive manner, supporting the strategic development of HB Public Law and being a senior liaison point for the client relationship role.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will have extensive previous property law experience and will be passionate about teamwork and developing others. The role involves assisting with the effective management of client relationships, so good client care skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with others is essential.</p>\n<p>If you would like a confidential conversation about the opportunity prior to applying please discuss with Louise Middleton on 07927 548804.</p>\n<p>The closing date is Tuesday the 27<sup>th</sup> of May 2025.</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Related Documents</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>For further information please refer to the <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=22241&hashed=-723664528\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_JobOptions\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_jobSocialOptions\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_BroadcastJob icimsSD_widget\"></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_PageFooter\">\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">About us</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.</p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Other information</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>Support for candidates visit: <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&categoryId=210277\">Harrow.gov.uk</a> </p>\n<p>Our behavioural indicators roles <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\">below G11</a> and <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\">above G11</a></p>\n<p>Here at London Borough of Harrow, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow'</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council/2\">Please click here to view London Borough of Harrow's benefits</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job\">Important Note</h2>\n<div class=\"iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Container\">\n<div class=\"iCIMS_Expandable_Text\">\n<p>To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. 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, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice.\">equality statement.</a></p>\n<p>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href=\"https://internal-harrowcouncil.icims.com/jobs/5305/assistant-principal-lawyer-%E2%80%93-property/resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. </p>\n<p>Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration.</p>\n<p>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href=\"mailto:www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a></p>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£63,510 - £70,437","publishDate":"2025-04-30T14:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b675a067-4b59-4a78-b7df-dd9f4489ca98.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bdca836c-29be-466f-9e8a-8cc72ee765ce","title":"Children’s Social Worker - Family Support and Protection","employer":"London Borough of Tower Hamlets","department":"","location":"Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Role: </strong>Children’s Social Worker - Family Support and Protection</p><p><strong>Division: </strong>Supporting Families Division<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary: Grade I-K - £44,430 - £55,710 plus travel allowance of £1,280 per annum</strong></p><p><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>LBTH Town Hall, 106 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BJ</p><p> </p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><em>We believe that the best place for children is to be </em><strong><em>raised </em>within their own families</strong><em>, immediate or wider, wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so.​ In Tower Hamlets we are committed to </em><strong><em>building relationships </em>and strengthening families</strong><em> by working </em><strong><em>with</em></strong><em> people in a compassionate and understanding way. ​</em></p><p><em>We are </em><strong><em>ambitious</em></strong><em> for Tower Hamlets children and families and endeavour for every child and young person to be </em><strong><em>healthy, safe and successful</em></strong><em>.</em></p><p>Tower Hamlets is a progressive, ambitious and diverse place to work. We place children and families at the heart of everything that we do and are relentless in our pursuit of positive outcomes for all.</p><p><strong>Our Better Together </strong>Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts which underpin Restorative Practice and draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed Practice</p><p>Our C-Change approach: <strong>Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, </strong> sets out “6 Cs ” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are recruiting experienced social workers for our front door service in Family Support and Protection Teams.</p><p>If you are passionate about building relationships with children and families at their first contact with Children’s Social Care, focused on working towards positive outcomes for children and have <strong>at least 1 year of post-qualifying</strong> <strong>experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care team</strong>, we would love you to apply.</p><p>Family Support and Protection Service (FSP) consists of 10 social work teams. Family Support and Protection undertake child in need work, child protection work, alongside court work. This enables social workers to gain a good understanding of statutory work, but we also work closely with schools, health and voluntary organisations that formulates good partnership working with the ultimate aim of safeguarding and supporting children, young people and their families.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Have working knowledge of the framework within which social care operates, inclusive of legislation and national guidance and procedures specific to this post</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of statutory work with children, including children in need, child protection, children looked after and court work. Knowledge of different types of interventions in family support</li>\n<li>A nationally recognised or other social work England recognised social work qualification</li>\n<li>Have at least 1 year of post-qualifying experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care setting</li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Our Benefits</strong></p><p>We've been working hard to make Tower Hamlets a great place to practice social work. <strong>We will help you to develop excellent social work</strong> <strong>practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace.</strong> We are committed to developing excellent practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of choice. </p><p><strong>We offer a competitive salary - £44,430 - £55,710 plus travel allowance of £1,280 per annum</strong>.</p><p>We offer brand new state-of-the-art offices in the heart of the east end with great transport connections. We have fantastic transport links – Tower Hamlets town hall is directly opposite Whitechapel Station, putting all of London within easy reach of the town hall. </p><p>Our employees are put on the Local Government Pension Scheme. This is a career average salary scheme, so your pension benefits are guaranteed and do not depend on how investments perform. We pay into the fund on your behalf. </p><p>We have a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 working days, rising to 33 days with 5+ years' service, in addition to bank holidays and an additional 3 days at Christmas.  </p><p>We positively encourage flexible working and work life balance aimed at supporting individual employee requirements within the context of meeting service needs.  </p><p>We have a number of money-saving schemes, including a rent deposit scheme (which offers staff an interest free loan to help pay rent deposits) and season ticket loan scheme (interest-free loans to help staff when purchasing travel season tickets). </p><p>You will also benefit from:</p><ul>\n<li>A <strong>manageable and diverse caseload</strong> and good quality reflective supervision</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Coaching and support</strong> from our well-established Learning Academy, and the opportunity to practice within our bespoke practice model Better Together, which encompasses restorative, systemic and trauma informed practice principles Core, elective, flexible and specialist learning pathways, as well as clear development pathways for every stage of your social work career</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Opportunities to develop your practice</strong>, with a clear framework for career development/leadership programme</li>\n<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working </li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p><strong>We have simplified our application process, please complete a short application on our online application system and upload your CV.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>This role is closing for applications on the <strong>28th May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Test Stage:</strong> If successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to partake in stage 1 and 2 of the interview process (a group challenge and written exercise) <strong>on 5th June 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Interview:</strong> If successful in test stage 1 and 2, you will then be invited for a panel interview on the <strong>16th June 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Please keep these dates free</strong></p><p><br></p><p>For further information regarding the role, please contact:</p><p>Stuart Andrews at <a href=\"mailto:Stuart.Andrews@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">Stuart.Andrews@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> or Jaishree Bisht at <a href=\"mailto:Jaishree.Bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">Jaishree.Bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><p>Tower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.</p><p>Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. </p><p>We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.</p><p>We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough. </p><p>________________________________________________________________________________________________________ </p><p>This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. 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Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. <br> <br>London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. <br> <br>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br>This role leads the strategic direction and delivery of the borough's Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) services, ensuring effective implementation across the Community Safety Partnership. The postholder will oversee staff responsible for service delivery, commission key support services such as refuge accommodation and therapeutic care, and drive innovative community-based initiatives, including bystander training and youth engagement. They will also promote reporting and support through tools like the Safe Streets App. In addition to VAWG responsibilities, the role manages wider community safety projects and business transformation initiatives to improve outcomes for residents, while supporting senior leadership in achieving the Council's overarching goals.<br><br><a><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong> </a><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Providing leadership and day to day management of the VAWG service, ensuring that delivery is driven forward, risks are managed and programme integrity maintained</li> <li>Providing policy advice and support to Chief Officers and Elected Members in relation to VAWG</li> <li>Developing and providing policy advice and support to Community Safety Partnership (CSP) programme board Chairs on VAWG related matters</li> <li>Creating and developing a clear and plausible strategy and approach to delivering VAWG and other associated outcomes </li> <li>Leading the planning and designing of the VAWG service and other associated Community Safety programmes </li> <li>Managing the VAWG service budget, practising good financial management over all resources provided through various internal and external funding arrangements</li> <li>Oversee the delivery of the service which will include supervisory and line management responsibilities (3 staff)</li> <li>Leading the commissioning of VAWG projects in partnership with colleagues from Strategic Commissioning, ensuring effective procurement and contract management</li> <li>Managing the borough's relationship with MOPAC, the MPS and specialist VAWG providers. Building and developing relationships with partners to deliver effective co-operation and productive working relationships with the Borough's named contact within these organisations </li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong><ul> <li>Educated to degree level</li> <li>Expert knowledge of and delivery within the VAWG agenda - local, national and international experience. </li> <li>Expert understanding of legislation, risk level, emerging threats and how international/cultural pressures impact upon the localised agenda </li> <li>Expert knowledge of the most at risk groups within the VAWG agenda with knowledge and understanding on how to engage with these groups</li> <li>Skill and experience in translating national policy and legislation to local context</li> <li>Experience and skills in presenting information to partners in an easy and understandable manner</li> <li>Experience and skill in drafting briefing notes and other communications for a variety of audiences</li> <li>Excellent planning and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability and experience of staff supervision</li> <li>Ability to manage a range of budgets from external providers</li> <li>Skills and experience in preparing and being granted funding from external providers</li> <li>Excellent leadership and management skills for both line managed staff and external providers</li> <li>Good ICT skills including the use of all MS based software</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with experience of escalating and resolving complex issues and needs</li> <li>Ability to manage sensitive information confidently and confidentially</li> <li>Knowledge and awareness of the sensitivities of this work</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br> <br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br> <br>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; <br> <br>Satisfactory declaration of interest; <br> <br>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; <br> <br>Satisfactory DBS check; <br> <br>This post is politically restricted therefore the post holder is disqualified from undertaking certain political activities under the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990. <br> <br>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. <br><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br> <br>Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. <br> <br> We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br> <br>Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. <br> <br> To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. <br> <br> We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. <br> <br> For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. <br> <br>Contact Information: <br> <br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Ana Figueira, Acting Assistant Director Community Safety & Programmes at <a href=\"mailto:ana.figueira@walthamforest.gov.uk\">ana.figueira@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> 07970769073.<br> <br>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. <br> <br>Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"PO10 £66,651 - £70,152","publishDate":"2025-04-30T11:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c210c303-0489-4edf-8f8a-4e485a914b4c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"14260a03-18d8-43f1-9f52-ca700801d8cf","title":"Housing Officer","employer":"Causeway Irish Housing Association","department":"","location":"Haringey","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>We are recruiting a Housing Officer, job description attached.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>We’re a four-day week employer, so this is a 32 hours per week role.</li>\n<li>All staff currently work the 32 hours over 4 days, but there is the option to work the 32 hours over 5 days.</li>\n<li>Core working hours are 10am-4pm, and we allow flexible working outside of this once 32 hours during the week are worked.</li>\n<li>Salary is £30,952</li>\n<li>Location base is our head office in Pretoria Road. 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Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department.</p> <p>Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate.</p> <p>In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments.</p> <p>Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply.</p> <p>We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive.</p> <p><strong>About the role </strong></p> <p>Team Managers are integral to our office. They empower, provide high support and challenge along with motivating our social workers so we can collectively achieve best outcomes for children, young people and their families. As the Team Manager you will be responsible for:</p> <p>Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance. Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child. Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate. Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective. Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required<br> <br> Ideally you will be a Team Manager with some experience of working within Safeguarding. </p> <p>If successful you will be:</p> <p>• Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families through high quality social work in line with standards of good practice, legislation, and guidance<br> • Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases in line with standards set, whilst capturing and evidencing the voice of the child<br> • Assist the Service Manager and Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges, escalating issues as appropriate   <br> • Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective <br> • Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required <br>  </p> <p><strong>Please see </strong><strong>Job Profile</strong><strong> Here</strong></p> <p>We promote a <strong>hybrid model</strong> of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice.</p> <p>As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here.</p> <p>From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you.</p> <p><strong>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact by email on </strong><strong>Lydia.bennet@havering.gov.uk</strong><strong> . This advert will close at 23:59 on the</strong> <strong>2nd March 2025</strong></p> <p>Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770</p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <p>We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. </p> <p>The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.</p> <p><strong>Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role.</strong></p> <p><strong>We practice anonymised recruitment. 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This advert will close at 23:59 on the Sunday 11th May 2025 with short listing taking place on Monday 12th May 2025.  </strong><br>  </p> <p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p> <p>We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering.</p> <p>The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department.</p> <p>Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate.</p> <p>In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments.</p> <p>Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply.</p> <p>We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive.</p> <p><strong>About the role </strong></p> <p>The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Court Progression Manager (Children’s) to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations.</p> <p>If successful in your application for the role of Court Progression Manager (Children’s), London Borough of Havering, you will/will be:</p> <ul>\n<li>The post holder reports to the Service Manager for Safeguarding </li> <li>The post holder will undertake other tasks to support service delivery, as identified and required by the Service Manager </li> <li>The post holder will be expected to work outside ‘normal’ office hours as required by their line manager, this will include providing out of hours senior management cover on a rota basis </li> <li>The post holder has responsibility for managing the legal budget </li> <li>This is specialist role, requiring expert knowledge and experience of the children’s social care legal framework..</li> </ul> <p><strong>Please see </strong><strong>Job Profile</strong> <strong>here</strong></p> <p>We promote a <strong>hybrid model</strong> of working for our social care staff, with a flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. In this role, you are expected to work from our town hall campus when required. In addition, we also encourage a flexible approach to team building opportunities (we love a catch up over a cuppa, breakfast or lunch) which often take place Face to Face in line with our model of practice.</p> <p>As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. 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