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You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities: (As a guide 5-7 bullet points in this section)</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Act as a contact point for advice and guidance on parental conflict for internal and external partners</li>\n<li>Deliver briefings and training as required to colleagues including those within health, the police, education and the community and voluntary sector.</li>\n<li>Support practitioners with tools and approaches that will aid their practice in this area</li>\n<li>Share a range of resources and ideas, promoting the goals of the Reducing Parental Conflict Programme</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, to be creative, resilient and adaptable to change</li>\n<li>Professional qualification in health, social care and/or education</li>\n<li>Training qualification and/or substantial experience of delivering training</li>\n<li>To demonstrate an ethos of partnership and collaboration</li>\n<li>Be able to travel across the borough as required</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Jackelyn Dance, Head of Service for Helping Early, Community and Prevention at jackelyn.dance@wokingham.gov.uk or call 0118 237 8428</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: TBC</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.<strong>     </strong></em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</em><em> </em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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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 Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board (KSAB) is seeking an independent chair to lead the local safeguarding partnership.<br><br>You will need to be a strong leader and bring innovative ways of working to ensure robust and effective safeguarding partnership across Kingston Upon Thames cross-working with Local Safeguarding Children Partnerships, Community Safety and other local partnership networks. <br><br>Applicants are welcome from any professional background including health, local government and police. Our emphasis is on strategic and systems leadership and chairing skills. The Independent Chair will be accountable to the SAB Executive, consisting of Senior Officers representing the statutory partner agencies: Local Authority, Police and Health. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to make a real difference to local people.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> About the role <br><br> The successful candidate will be strategic and clear thinking, able to negotiate, support partners to constructively challenge each other to deliver high-quality adult safeguarding work across the partnership. This will be underpinned by the applicant's ability to communicate clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing with an ability to produce clear, accurate and concise written reports and communications on behalf of the SAB, including production of the SAB Annual Report.<br><br>To ensure that the Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board fulfils its statutory duties the SAB Independent Chair will:<ul>\n<li>Chair the SAB Executive and other SAB strategic meetings.</li>\n<li>Draft, develop and publish a strategic plan setting out how the SAB will meet its objectives and priorities and how their member and partner agencies will contribute.</li>\n<li>To quality assure and contribute to the SAB's annual report detailing how effective the SAB has been.</li>\n<li>Ensure that Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) for any cases which meet the criteria for a SAR are undertaken.</li>\n<li>Link in with national and regional networks bringing new initiatives and publications to the membership</li>\n<li>Be connected to the safeguarding children's and community safety partnerships</li>\n</ul>Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:<ul>\n<li>A relevant academic or professional qualification in health, social care or police.</li>\n<li>Significant experience at operational and strategic level in a relevant field; social care, health, education or criminal justice.</li>\n<li>A working knowledge of the adult safeguarding agenda.</li>\n<li>A proven track-record of effective leadership at strategic level.</li>\n<li>The ability to lead a complex multi-agency partnership and support the SAB to deliver its strategic priorities and to offer assurance and changes in policy and practice to improve safeguarding outcomes.</li>\n<li>You will act as an ambassador for KSAB and promote the importance of safeguarding is everybody's business.</li>\n<li>You will seek to ensure that the voices of people who draw on care and support, their families and carers are heard and acted upon within Board work</li>\n</ul>Paid on a consultancy basis, it is anticipated that this role will require up to a maximum of 26 days per annum. The specific commitment required will be agreed as part of the appointment process and is open to negotiation. The daily rate will be £700 per day including any travel costs. The arrangement would be for an initial period of 2 years with an annually renewable contract subject to six months' notice by either party.<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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You will be responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for residents whilst promoting independence and encouraging social engagement. You will be the key contact for residents to assist with their enquiries and be responsible for creating a welcoming and supportive environment.</p>\n<p>You will develop social activities at the scheme; build professional relationships with residents, their families and the Council’s partner agencies; and work within the tenancy services team to delivery an excellent service and contribute to the improvement of customer satisfaction.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>You will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>enjoy working with people and developing successful professional relationships with tenants, colleagues and external agencies.</li>\n<li>have excellent communication skills, as the role requires you to liaise with residents, their families, colleagues, and external agencies to ensure their individual needs are met.</li>\n<li>understand the needs of older people so you can provide support, advice, assistance and promote choices to enable residents to continue to live independently within their local community.</li>\n<li>be able to work on your own and use your initiative to deal with difficult situations, and work as part of a wider IRL and tenancy services team</li>\n<li>be familiar with safeguarding and domestic abuse procedures</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>You will be working within our tenancy services team within the housing directorate, committed to providing a high quality and professional landlord service, delivering estate services and providing excellent customer services.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Opportunities for working from home depending on service need.</li>\n<li>Flexible working and Flexi-leave</li>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Additional Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n<li>Mileage allowance</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>For more information on the role and to apply please visit: <a href=\"https://www.surreyjobs.info/employers/runnymede-borough-council?ga_client_id=276f5733-80f7-40d7-a069-fcc2b487fc13\">Runnymede Borough Council jobs website and Latest vacancies – Runnymede Borough Council.</a></p>\n<p>Please ensure you complete all sections on the online form and evidence how you meet the requirements of the role in your personal statement. Please note, CVs on their own will not be accepted.</p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Donnalyn Dunn, Senior IRL Manager by emailing <a href=\"mailto:donnalyn.dunn@runnymede.gov.uk\">donnalyn.dunn@runnymede.gov.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 19th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s): TBC</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Annual Salary £18,297 - £20,064","publishDate":"2025-05-06T12:33:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b7d644d8-b3f7-4283-80b9-61b1f60327d1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"883d430c-7433-4f08-bb9f-503bed304890","title":"Generic Support Worker","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Waymead","locationType":3,"description":"<p>If you are caring, dependable and ready to contribute to a positive environment where everyone matters, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p class=\"\">Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and putting people first? 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If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 11th June 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Sarah Faulkner - Registered Manger</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 353333</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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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. 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":"£51,522 - £56,646","publishDate":"2025-05-02T03:01:41.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7c081f4c-acb6-4f71-9326-204dec744473.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c8db9940-ba63-4361-b487-4c1346602790","title":"Family Support Worker","employer":"Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre","department":"","location":"Guildford Family Centre","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Would you like to work somewhere dedicated to supporting families? Somewhere committed to your professional development? A place of learning and development for all with great opportunities?</p>\n<p>Families First Guildford is looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>The post is full time for 52 weeks a year and permanent.</p>\n<p>Families First Guildford delivers a joined-up offer of family resilience and safeguarding services for families with children 0 – 18 years (up to 25 years to support those with additional needs), based on a clear understanding of local needs across a district & borough.</p>\n<p>We work across the borough of Guildford with our main site at Guildford Nursery School, Hazel Avenue.</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who is:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Level 3 qualified in education, health and/or social care</li>\n<li>Positive, flexible, responsible and with a passion for working with families</li>\n<li>Keen to make a real impact within and beyond their own team</li>\n<li>A team player with excellent interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>Able to work in partnership with parents and carers to reduce inequalities in children’s outcomes</li>\n<li>Highly motivated and able to prioritise and manage a busy workload.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>A full driving licence and use of a car is required.</p>\n<p>We can offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>The opportunity to develop your skills through a thorough supervision programme.</li>\n<li>A positive, friendly and supportive team of staff and governors</li>\n<li>Great resources and facilities in and outside</li>\n<li>Excellent professional development opportunities in our new family centre</li>\n<li>The chance to work with families and children who are fantastic to be with.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role would suit Home School Link Workers, Social Workers and qualified Family Support Assistants looking to develop into the role of a Family Support Worker.</p>\n<p>Visits to the centre are welcomed for all serious candidates. To make an appointment please call Charlotte Bate, Service Manager Families for First Guildford on 07305 057372.</p>\n<p>This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.</p>\n<p>Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>\n<p>Please return completed application forms to: <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@guildfordnscc.surrey.sch.uk\">recruitment@guildfordnscc.surrey.sch.uk</a></p>\n<p>Starting salary: £32,512 FTE</p>\n<p>Salary scale: £32,512- £34,654</p>\n<p>Closing date: Midday, Monday 19 May 2025</p>\n<p>Shortlisting will take place on Tuesday 20 May 2025</p>\n<p>Assessments will take place 3 – 5 June 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held Thursday 19 June 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,512 FTE","publishDate":"2025-05-01T06:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T10:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2cf120e9-0c40-440b-aba0-28c1a320394c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2484f11d-d0f7-4cf2-82c9-985135399731","title":"Integration Group Work Officer (FTC 12 months)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Bracknell Forest","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a highly motivated and resilient Integration Group Work Officer who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. </p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>You will bring the ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver group-based interventions to achieve positive outcomes for individuals and families. With a proven track record of working alongside partner agencies, you will plan, coordinate and deliver meaningful activities that promote integration and wellbeing for children and families across Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<p>In this impactful role, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting families arriving under government migration schemes, including the Afghan Resettlement Programme. You will respond to their immediate resettlement needs and deliver structured work programmes.</p>\n<p>Operating with a high level of care and professionalism, you will help safeguard vulnerable individuals, adhering to all relevant protocols around criminal exploitation, human trafficking and domestic abuse. Your person-centred approach, innovative mindset and strong prioritisation skills, will help create lasting, positive change in the lives of those you support.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>The Migration team was formed in May 2023 to consolidate the council's support across all government migration schemes. This is a high-priority area of work with significant visibility within the council, and we are committed to achieving the best outcomes.  Our team brings together a diverse group of subject matter experts, working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation and with our external partners.</p>\n<p>The team is part of the Early Help service, which focuses on providing support to children and families in Bracknell Forest. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our Values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our Support....</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held week commencing 19<sup>th</sup> May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held w/c 19<sup>th</sup> May and w/c 2<sup>nd</sup> June – dates tbc </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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We are dedicated in supporting some of our most vulnerable clients and help change people's lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a qualified Mental Health Social Worker to work alongside our passionate Rough Sleeper and Housing Options teams.</p>\n<h4>About you</h4>\n<p>You will be working with rough sleepers and domestic abuse victims by building relationships with vulnerable people who are struggling with their mental health and assisting them in accessing appropriate services.</p>\n<p>Once a week you will be required to conduct an early morning outreach with the Rough Sleeper team and support people who may be in a state of crisis.  </p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<h4>About the team</h4>\n<p>The Rough Sleeper Team is a small, friendly, but busy team providing an extensive and responsive support for rough sleepers.  We work closely with the Housing Options team and the Domestic Abuse Officer to deliver a holistic service to all our clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.</p>\n<p>We pride ourselves on being person centred and have formed positive working relationships with other support agencies within and outside of the council.</p>\n<p>We have a can do attitude that enables us to offer the best support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community.</p>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide outreach and weekly visits to rough sleepers within Bracknell Forest.</li>\n<li>To work with those customers who have fled domestic violence and are within our temporary accommodation and require mental health support.</li>\n<li>To actively work with rough sleepers to relieve their homelessness. By assisting them into alternative housing when all other housing options or solutions are exhausted.</li>\n<li>To undertake a comprehensive assessment of a rough sleeper’s needs. Ensuring that any complex needs are identified and support is sought from relevant agencies.</li>\n<li>To engage with rough sleepers and build a rapport to ensure that any identified mental health needs are supported by external agencies to enable wrap around support to the rough sleeper.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h4>Our values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h4>Interview date </h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 28 May 2025 </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Alex Manning, Rough Sleeper Team Leader: 01344 352117</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,145 - £47,387FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance","publishDate":"2025-04-28T07:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/699a745a-66f1-42da-b1cd-ee423daeb1d4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dba294cc-335b-42db-aee5-91c871620e9e","title":"Mental Health Specialist Social Worker","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 Kingston Hub is dedicated to supporting vulnerable residents who require assistance under the Care Act 2014.<br><br>Our high-performing team consists of 15 qualified and unqualified members, senior practitioners, and a team manager. We all uphold the STAR Values, striving to be Supportive, Transparent, Appreciative, and Respectful in our daily work.<br><br>Our staff responsibilities include conducting Care Act Assessments, care reviews, Mental Capacity Assessments, and Best Interest Meetings. We also collaborate with colleagues in other teams/departments to implement care services.<br><br>We work closely with GP practices and health colleagues to provide an integrated service, participating in Proactive Anticipatory Care meetings and facilitating hospital discharges for Kingston residents under Discharge to Assess pathways.<br><br>Additionally, our team addresses Safeguarding enquiries and promotes residents' wellbeing. We conduct enquiries to protect vulnerable adults who are experiencing or at risk of abuse and neglect, ensuring they receive appropriate support, information, and advice.<br><br>Our social workers also complete CHC Checklists, attend DSTs, and work with colleagues in the ICB.<br><br>We are committed to providing information, advice, and signposting to external agencies whenever necessary.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> This role focuses on promoting the well-being of Kingston residents and supporting the team to achieve high performance while assisting vulnerable residents in accordance with relevant legislation. Key responsibilities include:<ul>\n<li> Working with the team manager and senior practitioners to maintain team performance and allocate cases. </li>\n<li> Managing budget responsibilities and approving care plans, Care Act Assessments, care reviews, and Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest Meetings. </li>\n<li> Conducting regular supervision with qualified/unqualified staff and support staff. </li>\n<li> Maintaining staff motivation and contributing to staff retention. </li>\n<li> Managing a complex caseload in adherence to the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act. <br> <br> </li>\n</ul><strong> About You </strong><ul>\n<li> Sound knowledge and relevant work experience on the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant legislation. </li>\n<li> Demonstrable understanding of the principles and application of excellent adult social care </li>\n<li> Managing competing demands and complex caseload and support team leader and other senior practitioners in running the team </li>\n<li> Demonstrable experience of creating effective working relationships with internal and external customers </li>\n<li> Strong literacy, numeracy, interpersonal and IT skills </li>\n<li> Liaison with legal and attendance to Court of Protection Hearing if needed </li>\n<li> Candidate will work alongside the manager and other seniors in doing case allocation </li>\n<li> Candidate to liaise with Mental Health services to discuss joint approaches </li>\n<li> Candidate to be able to work in the office twice a week as per the team's charter </li>\n</ul>Ideally the candidate would have experience of supervising staff members and budget responsibility <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. 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":"£45,510 - £50,574","publishDate":"2025-04-26T03:01:22.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ef4e0e8f-111d-4a22-a818-6f00df6049b0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"84d23304-4f10-45da-9f3a-b24abed2e101","title":"Childrens Residential Care & Support Worker x2","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Larchwood","locationType":3,"description":"<p>At Larchwood we provide short breaks overnight respite care for children and young people with severe and complex needs. </p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>We are looking for highly skilled and motivated team players who are enthusiastic about providing the highest quality of care and support to our children and young people.  </p>\n<p>This is a full time role, to include some nights and weekends, rotas are published one month in advance. </p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.</p>\n<p>The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. 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(Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 22nd May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Clare Turner - Larchwood manager</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 452315</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,799-£35,020 FTE inclusive of £706 London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-04-24T11:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d7216a6a-e9dd-4ee8-b2c0-20582c2e7658.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dcc1fc64-fcc6-44fb-bdc6-fdd95b990e86","title":"Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are looking for a committed and experienced manager to lead our First Response (MASH) team, which reviews safeguarding concerns, assesses risk, and shares information when people report abuse or neglect of children.</p>\n<h4>About you</h4>\n<p>You will need to be adaptable, to work well under pressure both individually and as part of a team and to work to tight timescales. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will need to engage sensitively with professionals and senior leaders in schools.</p>\n<p>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</p>\n<h4>About the team</h4>\n<p>We are a small and friendly local authority. The leaders and managers know that it is essential for social care workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best workers they can be.</p>\n<p>This is an exciting and challenging opportunity, working in a fast-paced, modern environment with different public agencies where you can develop your skills and experience.</p>\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To be responsible for the management of the first point of contact (MASH) supporting the arrangements for children aged 0-18 who may require a statutory social work assessment or child protection response.</li>\n<li>To be responsible for all enquiries at first point of contact (including overseeing the Confidential MASH process) through to transfer to the right service at the right time.</li>\n<li>To ensure the effective delivery of the service through the management of staff and other resources.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h4>Our Values</h4>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h4>Interview date </h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 13 May 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. 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You will be enthusiastic about providing the highest quality of care and support to our children and young people.  </p>\n<p>This is a waking night role: one night per week plus 2 additional nights per month.  The hours are 21:00 to 09:00.  There will be an opportunity to pick up extra shifts, covering annual leave and sickness.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.</p>\n<p>The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. Staff strive for excellence and ensure that the care provided is responsive to the children/young people’s views, wishes, and feelings.</p>\n<p>Our team offer high levels of support through monthly supervisions and fortnightly team meetings.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To participate in the delivery of a range of short break opportunities including tea visits, overnight stays and weekend play sessions.</li>\n<li>To meet the night time needs of the children and young people, including but not limited to manual handling and medical requirements consistent with training received.</li>\n<li>To ensure the safety and welfare of the children/young people are maintained throughout the night. Ensuring that children and young people are safeguarded from abuse.</li>\n<li>To promote children and young people’s independence and communication needs.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 22 May 2025<strong> </strong> </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discusson or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Clare Turner, Larchwood Manager</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 452315</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"FTE £34,072 - £35,020 inclusive of London Weighting (pro rata for hours worked)","publishDate":"2025-04-24T08:40:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2d88990b-40c2-4a01-9f75-31eff47af63f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"08e1be29-d667-44b6-8e0a-fc8c968b21ea","title":"Youth Justice Worker","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Wokingham","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Youth Justice Worker to join our Prevention and Youth Justice Service (PYJS) here at Wokingham Borough Council on a full time, permanent contract. The service has been rated Good, with outstanding features by HM Inspectorate of Probation and is within the Quadrant 1 of Outstanding practice from the Youth Justice Board.</p>\n<p>We are a trauma informed service, who work compassionately and restoratively, with a child first guiding principle. We care about our staff by providing  development opportunities and promoting a healthy work/life balance.  We are a small, hands on team, who work creatively with children, listening to them and involving them in shaping our service. We like to learn and develop so we hold workshops and training events every month. The quality of our work has been recognised by the HMIP inspection from June 2024 and the youth justice board. The impact of our work is evidenced in the 50% reduction of the first time entrants into our service as well as the reduction of the re-offending rates.</p>\n<p>As a youth justice worker, you will hold a mix caseload of prevention, diversion, out of court and Court/custodial cases. </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p>\n<p>Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:</p>\n<p>⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</p>\n<p>⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</p>\n<p>⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more! </p>\n<p><strong>Key Aspects of the role</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>We work with children who are at risk of offending or who have already offended to reduce the chances they will offend again and support them achieve their full potential.</li>\n<li>Our prevention and diversion offers are very strong. These include the development and delivery of group work and tailored workshops for children.</li>\n<li>A key aspect of our work is writing analytical and critical assessments, reports and plans. There is a lot of case management and record keeping is an essential part of our job.</li>\n<li>We have a duty to safeguard our children whilst also protecting the public: safety assessments, safety management and safeguarding and welfare of the children we work with is an essential aspect of our role.</li>\n<li>We work in a multi-agency team and context: we support children as part of a network so you must be good communicating with others to overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes for our children.</li>\n<li>Our role involves adherence to many pieces of legislation, frameworks, and guidance which you will have to learn and become familiar with to be able to deliver your role.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is an <strong>essential</strong> requirement for this role to have a<strong> </strong>qualification in Social Work, Probation Services or Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (PCEP). Consideration for candidates without qualification will only be on the basis of them being <strong>currently</strong> employed as a youth justice worker in another service and to have held that post for a minimum of 6 months. Candidates that do not meet this essential requirement will not be shortlisted. </li>\n<li>You are knowledgable about the Child First framework, trauma informed approaches,  relevant criminal youth justice legislation, National Standards for Children in Youth Justice and Youth Justice Board best practice guidance. </li>\n<li>You are familiar with Restorative Justice and the support that victims of crime need.</li>\n<li>You can relate and engage with children and families, who have often experienced trauma.</li>\n<li>You have experience of working with partners to improve outcomes for children.</li>\n<li>You are able to write in an analytical and critical way, interpreting and analysing facts to produce reports and assessments for different audiences.</li>\n<li>You will need to work to tight deadlines, in a fast paced, varied and rapidly changing environment and keep accurate and timely records.</li>\n<li>You will be dynamic, adaptable, resilient and responsive to change to legislation and guidance, the various aspects of your role and children's circumstances.</li>\n<li>You will have the experience of and ability to processing significant amount of written information (i.e. legislation, frameworks).</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Due to the requirements of the role, candidates will require a full driving licence and use of vehicle for business use. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: </strong>Sunday 11th May 2025, 11pm</p>\n<p><strong>Shortlist:</strong> applicants will be notified if they have been shortlisted on Monday 12th May 2025.</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews</strong>: will take place on <strong>Wednesday 14th May 2025</strong>  at our office in Wokingham Town Centre. <strong>There will be no option for virtual interviews.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our Area:</strong></p>\n<p>Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>If you are interested in this role and would like further information or a discussion, please contact: Bea Nigolian <a href=\"mailto:bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk\">bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.<strong>     </strong></em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,235 - £38,626 per annum (Plus benefit)","publishDate":"2025-04-18T07:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d8b6fb3b-0fe7-4ef5-aa03-1ce9cd80ee1c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1700eeb1-2a89-4f42-817b-e33f56c30c1c","title":"Day Services Manager","employer":"Runnymede Borough Council","department":"","location":"Runnymede Borough Council, Addlestone","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Day Services Manager</strong></p>\n<p>Grade 10 - (£36,573 - £40,607)</p>\n<p>37 hours per week, Agile</p>\n<p>Hours are 08.30am-16.00pm, Monday to Friday</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced and motivated Day Services Manager to lead and mange two social centres across Runnymede. 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As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>Day Centre Services provide an essential environment for the older and some of the most vulnerable residents of Runnymede.  As a senior lead you will be responsible for leading and managing the performance of two teams, with varying roles and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to all visitors.</p>\n<p>Whilst the role is challenging, the results can be rewarding as you will be responsible for creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere for visitors as well as providing varied activities and promoting independence.         </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>The role requires a flexible approach as you be required to work across two sites.</li>\n<li>Home working is possible, but this is dependent on service delivery</li>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Additional Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n<li>Mileage allowance</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425516 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Hayley Andrews on 01932 425865 or Hayley.andrews@runnymede.gov.uk.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 6th May at 23.59</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s): 14th May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact Lorraine Tobin or Sally Watchman via email <a href=\"mailto:ShortBreaksCo-ordinator@wokingham.gov.uk\">ShortBreaksCo-ordinator@wokingham.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:  Sunday 18<sup>th</sup> May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date:</strong><strong> Thursday 5<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><em>Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.  Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.</em></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.</em> </p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,235 - £38,626 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-15T11:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1905fa1a-224b-4aeb-bf1c-2319d8c966ec.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7bcf35db-7c54-4b53-935c-fad256d3f793","title":"Newly Qualified Social Worker - ASYE","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"<p>At Bracknell Children’s Social Care we have a strong commitment to offering newly qualified social workers the best start in their social work career.</p>\n<p>We are looking for enthusiastic, confident and reliable practitioners who can build trusted relationships with children and young people and provide stability and ambition during their time working with us.</p>\n<h3>About you...</h3>\n<p>You will be joining a small, welcoming and friendly Local Authority.</p>\n<p>Our leadership team know that it is essential for social workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best workers they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.</p>\n<p>As part of our in-house Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, you will receive comprehensive support and valuable opportunities to grow and develop in your role.</p>\n<p>The children and young people we work with have told us they want social workers to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>be friendly, fun and energetic</li>\n<li>listen respectfully, take action and stick to deadlines</li>\n<li>keep promises, be accessible and on time</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We champion relationship-based practice and value spending quality time with children and families.</p>\n<p>If you have chosen social work as your profession and are passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives, join us and help build a service that empowers families and creates lasting change for children.</p>\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council have a nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’.</p>\n<p>Working collaboratively with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, is at the heart of the embedded Family Safeguarding Model - an approach which is underpinned by Motivational Interviewing (MI).  This ensures families, children and young people feel empowered, and enables parents to make the positive changes needed, to achieve improved outcomes for their children and their own wellbeing. </p>\n<p>We are graded by Ofsted as “<strong>Outstanding”. </strong>  </p>\n<p>In June 2022 Ofsted identified during our inspection that <strong><em>“C</em></strong><strong>hildren receive the right support at the right time<em>”.</em></strong></p>\n<p>Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.</p>\n<p>In <strong>November 2023</strong> our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers. Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.</p>\n<h3>ASYE Programme for Newly Qualified Social Workers</h3>\n<p>We provide a structured standalone Assessed and Supported Year in Employment programme; during your first year in employment, we will help you to develop your skills, knowledge and professional confidence to be the best social worker you can be.</p>\n<p>Our programme is overseen by our Academy Team Manager and Principal Social Worker, who strive to continuously improve the programme and the experience of our newly qualified Social Workers; we are ambitious and not afraid to be creative and innovative.</p>\n<p>The support we offer newly qualified Social Workers during the ASYE programme includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A structured academy and shadowing induction which will also include a buddy</li>\n<li>Monthly reflective practice groups</li>\n<li>Learning Workshops, linked to Skills for Care</li>\n<li>Regular one to ones facilitated by our inhouse experienced humanistic counsellor</li>\n<li>An inhouse Practice Educator Level 2 qualified assessor</li>\n<li>An experienced Worked Based Supervisor</li>\n<li>Regular reflective supervision, personal and group supervision</li>\n<li>Using collaborative conversations to allocate work</li>\n<li>A supported and steady transition to child protection work</li>\n<li>Personalised professional development plans</li>\n<li>Time for protected development activity</li>\n<li>Full access to our Research in Practice and Making Research Count membership</li>\n</ul>\n<p>During our recent Skills for Care Quality Assurance visit our newly qualified Social Workers shared their experience of:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Receiving regular reflective supervision</li>\n<li>An appreciation of the training and learning opportunities offered to them</li>\n<li>Feeling well supported by their team</li>\n<li>Helpful professional development plans which identify goals and the trajectory they needed to follow to achieve them</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Fmeet-our-staff&data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cd63e4a84e7434a5c727108dd781679b9%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638798760103977415%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LmRlWn5V30S0v3OOCmw3zhA%2B0VbxsmOaRSAO5a1PzO8%3D&reserved=0\">Meet children's social care staff | Bracknell Forest Council</a>.  </p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Build and maintain effective relationships with children and families.</li>\n<li>Provide evidence-based support that has a positive impact on the lives of children and families.</li>\n<li>Carry out assessments to identify needs and risks.</li>\n<li>Develop care plans that promote the well-being and safety of children and families.</li>\n<li>Work with other social workers, professionals and multi-agency teams.</li>\n<li>Seek support and advice from colleagues and with your supervisor set clear goals and actions plans as part of individual and group case supervision.</li>\n<li>Stay up to date with legislation and statutory guidance to inform your practice.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n<li>Reimbursement for Social Work England registration fees.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>(*pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 15th May 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Helen Gore- Principal Social Worker <a href=\"mailto:helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>or</p>\n<p>Julia Mackenzie -Academy Team Manager <a href=\"mailto:Julia.mackenzie@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">Julia.mackenzie@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this </p>\n<p>commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. 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£35,235 - £38,626 pro-rata per annum (Plus benefits)

Wokingham Youth & Community Centre (Reading Road), Reading Road, Wokingham (On-Site)

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