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<h4>The Role</h4>Make a Real Impact – Join Southwark’s Adult Social Work ServicesAre you a passionate social worker ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and people with physical disabilities? Do you value a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills are recognised and your development is supported?If so, we’d love to welcome you to Southwark.At Southwark Council, our Adult Social Work Services are made up of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams who are committed to helping residents live with dignity, independence, and purpose. Our work spans a range of specialisms, including older adults, physical disabilities, dementia care, and support for unpaid carers — and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to join us on this journey.Why Choose Southwark?More and more social workers are choosing the long-term rewards of a permanent role — and Southwark offers the stability, support, and career growth that makes a lasting difference.Here’s what you can expect:<ul><li>Career stability and clear progression pathways</li><li>Funded training and professional development</li><li>Generous annual leave and pension contributions</li><li>Flexible, hybrid working options</li><li>A supportive, inclusive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion</li><li>Direct access to senior practice leaders, including our Principal Social Worker and Principal Occupational Therapist</li></ul>We’re proud to be a forward-thinking borough that embraces technology, encourages fresh ideas, and is committed to continually improving the way we work — so you can focus on delivering outstanding support to those who need it most.Who We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking qualified social workers who:<ul><li>Are registered with Social Work England and have completed their ASYE</li><li>Are confident in adult social care practice, with an understanding of the Care Act, safeguarding, and strengths-based approaches</li><li>Have experience working with older adults and/or people with physical disabilities</li><li>Are collaborative, reflective, and committed to professional growth</li><li>Embrace new ideas and technologies to improve outcomes</li></ul>Whether you’re seeking a new challenge or looking for a borough where you can grow and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.Apply NowTo apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>. Join Southwark and be part of a service where your work truly matters — and where your career can thrive.This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 21st July 2025Interview date/s: To Be ConfirmedThe closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.





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Social Worker - Adults

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we’re not just planning for the future, we’re building it. As part of our dynamic Planning &amp; Growth service, this is your opportunity to drive real social impact through employment support, directly aligned with our Southwark 2030 vision. This isn’t just another support role, this is about empowering lives, influencing a fairer economy, and being part of an ambitious team delivering industry-leading models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). This role is being offered on a 2-year fixed term basis. Why this role is unmissable:<ul><li>Southwark 2030: Help shape a stronger, fairer local economy from the ground up.</li><li>Cutting-edge support models: Work with nationally recognised frameworks that set the standard in inclusive employment.</li><li>A network of impact: From clinical teams to community partners to local employers, you’ll be at the heart of a borough-wide movement.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Manage a personal caseload, delivering one-to-one, tailored employment support to Southwark residents.</li><li>Work collaboratively with clinical teams and community partners to provide a joined-up service.</li><li>Build relationships with local employers to unlock inclusive job opportunities and promote long-term economic independence.</li><li>Champion and apply IPS and SEQF models to support people with disabilities or long-term health conditions.</li><li>Contribute to wider economic growth programmes across the Planning &amp; Growth division.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through employment.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers people with health conditions face accessing the labour market.</li><li>Knowledge of the local job market, including in-demand industries and skills gaps.</li><li>Familiarity with or willingness to train in IPS and SEQF frameworks.</li><li>A great communicator who is compassionate, proactive, and naturally builds trust and rapport.</li><li>First-class organisational skills with a flair for forward-planning and multitasking under pressure.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills using Microsoft365.</li><li>Confidence handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.</li><li>You’ll have a track record of developing others and delivering results and shared goals.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li><li>You’ll be required to travel across the borough visiting employers and working from our community hub in Peckham.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £41,580 - £47,628 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 20th of July 2025Interview Date: The 4th of August 2025 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2531589&amp;ptId=105299" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Supported Employment Officer (2 YR FTC)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit senior social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families. We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li><li>Carry out in-depth, ongoing evidence based assessment of complex needs and risks to children.</li><li>Supporting the development of best practice and confident practitioners through coaching and mentoring of students, newly qualified social workers and less experienced practitioners.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification.</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year.</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships.</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors.</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning.</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality.</li><li>The ability to provide professional guidance, support and development opportunities and contribute to organisational development.</li><li>Post qualifying experience in a social work role within a statutory setting, working with children and families, and attendance at appropriate training.</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at enhanced level and also eligibility to work in the UK is required.How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288091&amp;ptId=103893" target="_blank">Senior Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Senior Social Worker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service)

Does the sound of making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families appeal to you?If so, we have the perfect role for you!About the team:Our MASH Team consists of various agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of Southwark. We cultivate a supportive environment that promotes collaboration with key agencies from the earliest stages of a child's journey.As part of our team of seven Social Workers, you will receive robust management support and work closely with colleagues. We also offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development, including training to help you achieve your career goals.About the role:In this role, you will manage a balanced caseload, allowing your skills and expertise to shine. Your key responsibilities will include:- Identifying and assessing risks and needs during referral screenings.- Conducting MASH Intelligence Checks with partner agencies to recommend appropriate risk levels.- Triangulating information from screenings and Intelligence Checks to evaluate risk and need levels.- Preparing and presenting cases at Threshold Meetings.- Providing advice and information to families.- Referring families to additional services and organizations to address their identified needs.To be considered for an interview, your CV and supporting statement should clearly demonstrate:- Experience working in a MASH Team within the UK.- A recognised Social Work Qualification (or equivalent)- Current registration with Social Work England.- Successful completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).- Strong assessment skills and experience handling issues faced by families in an inner-London Borough.- In depth knowledge of child development, the impact of concerns on children, parenting capacity, environmental issues and risk and protective factors.- Excellent communication skills.- A collaborative approach, with a willingness to go the extra mile to support the team’s work and meet families' needs.Contact details:If you are interested in a discussion about this role, please email Avion Grant via email at <a href="mailto:Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional details:Please note a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at an enhanced level.This is a full time, 36 hours per week position.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. Our offer includes:- Substantial training and development is provided including an offer of bespoke coaching and mentoring- Modern technology including laptop, Apple iPhone and iPad- A basic salary range of up to £51,663 (subject to experience)For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.About Southwark:We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.We are looking for exceptional Social Workers who can make a significant difference in the lives of children and families and share our commitment to improving outcomes, and help tackle injustice, inequality, and racism. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas.<a href="https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50198438" target="_blank">Ofsted, November 2022</a>At Southwark Children’s Services, we pride ourselves on doing our vital job differently. Our systemic, holistic, family-centred approach sits at the core of our values. Our endlessly supportive, collective, people powered culture underpins everything we do to protect vulnerable children across our borough.“Children are at the heart of practice in Southwark.”“Staff have time to work intensively with families when needed, and to reflect and consider ways to improve children’s lives”Recruitment timeline:- Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis- Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionAttachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2230206&amp;ptId=102380" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we don’t just talk about impact… we deliver it! As our new Health &amp; Safety (H&amp;S) Advisor, you’ll join a forward-thinking, collaborative team that places innovation and community safety at the heart of everything we do. Southwark is a borough that thrives on diversity, confidence, and ambition. With over 120 languages spoken and a young, multi-cultural population, we are committed to delivering a fairer future for all. Here’s why this role stands out: <ul><li>Real Influence: You’ll work across high-profile services in Environment, Sustainability and Leisure, driving habitual change and embedding best-in-class health and safety practices across the council.</li><li>Modern Leadership: Work in a supportive team that values professional H&amp;S development, embraces flexible ways of working and believes in pragmatic solutions.</li><li>Big-Picture Impact: Help shape H&amp;S policies and systems that protect thousands of employees and residents across one of London’s most iconic boroughs.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>Your Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Act as a key advisor across departments, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and council policies.</li><li>Develop, review and implement health &amp; safety procedures, ensuring they’re practical, up-to-date, and legally sound.</li><li>Lead on internal audits, incident investigations and data analysis, providing clear, actionable reports to senior leaders.</li><li>Keep intranet and health &amp; safety platforms current and accessible.</li><li>Support delivery of training (workshops, toolbox talks, e-learning), building a stronger safety culture at all levels.</li><li>Facilitate departmental H&amp;S committees and working groups, offering expert guidance and challenge where needed.</li><li>Provide risk assessment support (including DSE, manual handling, lone working and more).</li><li>Oversee health &amp; safety contract admin (e.g. safety devices, systems access).</li><li>Monitor, investigate and escalate non-compliance, recommending tailored solutions.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>What you’ll bring to the table: <ul><li>NEBOSH General certificate or working towards the NEBOSH Diploma.</li><li>Technical member of IOSH (TechIOSH) working towards certified status.</li><li>Proven support experience working in a complex, multi-site setting, ideally public sector or blue-chip facility environments.</li><li>Confidence conducting audits, inspections, and investigations, with a track record of clear reporting and influence.</li><li>Strong data analysis and reporting skills, able to spot patterns and present compelling evidence to drive change.</li><li>Skilled trainer and communicator, adaptable across all levels.</li><li>Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Health &amp; Safety databases.</li><li>Has an interest in the latest H&amp;S advancements using Technology such as Personal Safety Devices.</li><li>Collaborative, solutions-focused and committed to advocating a H&amp;S mindset across the council.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li><li>You’ll enjoy a hybrid working pattern, combining the comfort of home working with 3 days working from various sites across the borough.</li><li>We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship for this role.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £41,580 - £47,628 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 31st of July 2025Interview Date: The 13th of August 2025 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: <ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. #LI-PC1</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2522321&amp;ptId=105130" target="_blank">JD H&amp;S Advisor 2024 NEW v1.docx</a></li></ul>





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Health & Safety Advisor - Environment, Sustainability & Leisure

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basisInterview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288065&amp;ptId=103892" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Social Worker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service)

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The Legal Team at Reading is highly regarded and this role will support our shared service clients at the Joint Legal Team (JLT).&nbsp; The JLT is a long standing shared legal service for all the Berkshire Councils and a recognised centre of excellence for childcare, adults and education law.&nbsp; You will possess advocacy abilities and demonstrate sound judgement when representing our clients in public law children's cases.&nbsp; The JLT was awarded “Highly Commended” at the Lawyers in Local Government Awards in June 2025.
Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp; We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity is the key to our success.&nbsp; 
We are open to flexible working patterns, subject to court attendance requirements. When not in court, we provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.
About the Role:
As a shared service the cases are wide-ranging across many different aspects of public children law and adoption and you will have the opportunity to advocate at different levels of the Family Court.&nbsp; There is also the opportunity to develop into other areas of law, such as adult social care and special educational needs.
There will be a high volume of work and on occasions you will be dealing with emergency and urgent applications on short notice.&nbsp; As a Childcare Advocate you will work closely with the Lawyer who has conduct of the case and on more complex cases will be involved in case preparation and strategic planning to achieve the best outcome.

About you:
To apply for this role, you will require:
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<li>A current practising certificate and be entitled to practice in England as a Barrister, Solicitor, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives</li>
<li>Ability to prioritise workload and to work effectively under pressure</li>
<li>Ability to represent the team in meetings and at Court</li>
<li>A flexible approach to work and ability to use initiative</li>
<li>Ability to maintain confidentiality</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as colleagues who you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.&nbsp; Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success.&nbsp; Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team&nbsp;- work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency&nbsp;- show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious&nbsp;- be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading&nbsp;- maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across.&nbsp; Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.&nbsp; 
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holiday rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F343325%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D0" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a>(LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact Ursula Barlow, Strategic Lead – Advocacy at <a href="mailto:ursula.barlow@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">ursula.barlow@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: Sunday 20th July 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed 
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Childcare Advocate - Joint Legal Team

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Grade:&nbsp;Level 4, Zone 1 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;3 Years, 8 Months Fix Term Hours:&nbsp;36, Full Time Closing Date:&nbsp;9^th&nbsp;July at 23:59 &nbsp; About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp;This role includes the coordination and support of local Trading Standards activity to enforce legislation and disrupt behaviour in relation to illegal tobacco sales. What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved As a Regional Tobacco Control Officer, you will be at the forefront of combating illegal tobacco activities within London region. Your role involves leading technical operations, supporting local Trading Standards officers across London, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. You will build and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, local authorities, and other stakeholders to coordinate efforts and achieve positive outcomes against illegal tobacco supply. Whilst hosted within Camden, you will work operationally across London and join any London Borough for operations within those Boroughs. By raising awareness and providing training, you will enhance local enforcement capabilities and champion the importance of tackling illegal tobacco at the community level. Acting as a key liaison between various agencies, you will facilitate the sharing of intelligence, communicate new initiatives, and ensure accurate data reporting. Your efforts will contribute significantly to the national strategy against illegal tobacco, making a real difference in public health and safety. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. About You You are a dedicated professional with a background in law enforcement, trading standards, or tobacco control, and you bring a wealth of recent experience in delivering and training for these roles. Your expertise shines through in managing complex projects and investigations, underpinned by a deep understanding of IPA, CPIA, the Regulator’s Code, PACE, and intelligence frameworks. You have a proven track record for advancing enforcement actions, from serving statutory notices to securing entry warrants, crafting detailed reports, and presenting compelling evidence in legal proceedings.&nbsp; Your ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders is instrumental in driving successful outcomes. You will excel at gathering and analysing evidence to inform your decisions, and you are adept at submitting comprehensive reports with innovative recommendations. Additionally, you have experience in mentoring and training officers in illegal tobacco enforcement operations, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety, and data protection guidelines.&nbsp; What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG,

Camden Council

Regional Tobacco Control Officer

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Youth Participation Worker (Care Experience) Payscale - JNC 19 - 22 ( 36,035 - £38,757) + Inner London Weighting&nbsp; Our Vision&nbsp;is forchildren and young people to have agency and make Newham a place where they are inspired to realise their potential, feel safe, are valued members of their community and have influence in the decisions made about their lives.&nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of participation workers operating, as part of the broader Youth Empowerment Service, within a diverse borough with the highest demographic of young people aged under 25 years old in London. The Participation Team has the following intentions -&nbsp; <ul>
<li>Young people are at the heart of decisions</li> <li>Young people should be able to see their whole self, the breadth of their identities, reflected in our services’ holistic approach to youth work practice.</li> <li>We will work with diverse young people to develop accessible, inclusive spaces and opportunities ensuring their experiences shape the decisions made in the borough which affect their lives.&nbsp;</li> </ul> The Participation Team pay particular attention to the experiences of young people who are often marginalized in mainstream settings – specifically LGBTQIA+, Care Experienced, and SEND young people - whilst also ensuring that our approach is holistic and intersectional. Through placing difference at the centre of the development of any of our participation work and celebrating this, our intention is that this will ultimately promote inclusive ways of working and thinking, for youth workers and young people alike.&nbsp; <ul>
<li>You will be passionate about social action, able to effectively support our participation offer, have extensive experience of working with children and young people and be able to evidence how you have worked to improve successful outcomes with them.&nbsp;</li> <li>You will enjoy working collaboratively, both within the Participation team, across the Youth Empowerment Service, with other Council services as well as with external organisations.</li> <li>You will have an understanding of the contemporary challenges young people face and be able to develop high impact services which will promote the inclusive engagement and influencing work that the Participation Team lead on.</li> </ul> Your principle role will: <ul>
<li>Lead on the facilitation and development of the CiCC (Children in Care Council), engaging with services from across the council and borough to help promote the CiCC. This includes weekly sessions, producing content for Instagram and co-producing a quarterly newsletter.</li> <li>Support the Care Leavers Forum, working in partnership with the Care Leaving Service.&nbsp;</li> <li>Supporting Care Experienced young people to have influence across a range of different aspects of the council, both services specific to Care Experienced young people, as well as services more broadly.&nbsp;</li> <li>Working in partnership with colleagues in Children and Young People’s Services, as well as the Chair of the CPB (Corporate Parenting Board), to support the CPB’s Young Co-Chairs, along with making sure the experiences of diverse Children in Care are represented and help shape the Board.&nbsp;</li> <li>Support the broader work of the Participation Team to ensure that the experiences of diverse young people from across Newham shape the decisions made in the borough, which affect their lives.</li> </ul> If you believe you have the passion, skills and knowledge to contribute to our innovative programme, we would be interested in receiving your application. Please view JD here Closing Date: 20th July 2025 at 23:59 Additional Information 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. The London Borough of Newham 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. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. 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, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Youth Participation Worker (Care Experience)

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Finance Business Partner
Are you a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact in local government? Reading Borough Council is seeking a talented and motivated Finance Business Partner – Children’s Social Care to join our dynamic Finance Business Partnering Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of the Council, supporting children’s services directorates with expert financial advice and insight.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. At Reading Borough Council, we value innovation, collaboration, and ambition. We offer a hybrid working environment, combining office-based and remote work, and support flexible working patterns. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages professional development and recognises the importance of work-life balance.

About the role:
In this role, you will work closely with the Strategic Finance Business Partner for Children’s Services (currently delivered via Brighter Futures for Children) to deliver high-quality financial support across a range of services. You’ll be a key advisor to budget managers, helping them navigate financial planning, budget setting, and year-end processes. Your work will directly influence decision-making, ensuring that resources are used effectively and that the Council’s strategic objectives are met.
Key areas of responsibility include:
<ul>
<li>Provide expert financial advice to Children’s Social Care budget managers</li>
<li>Support strategic planning, budget setting, and year-end processes for children’s services</li>
<li>Contribute to business cases such as early intervention, care placements, and service transformation</li>
<li>Analyse trends in demand and cost pressures, offering solutions to improve value for money</li>
<li>Help shape service strategy through robust financial insight and forecasting</li>
<li>Supervise and support junior finance staff</li>
</ul>

About you:
We’re looking for someone who is CCAB qualified (or working towards qualification) with a strong understanding of public sector finance. Experience in a business partnering role within Children’s Services Social Care is highly desirable. You should be confident in managing complex financial information, communicating clearly with stakeholders, and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently, and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Jo Collis-Heavens - <a href="mailto:jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">jo.collis-heavens@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Friday 25 July 2025 Interview Date: week commencing Monday 4 August 2025
Interview Process: Presentation &amp; Interview
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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