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Support Worker - Mably HouseWe currently have an opportunity for a full-time support worker (37.5 hours) to join our homeless supported living service, at Mably House, in Hatfield.Mably House provides supported housing for 35 residents. Mably house consists of 35 self-contained units, and each resident has their own self-contained flat with the support of staff from Monday to Friday. The aim is to provide personalised one to one support for a period of up to 24 months, with the goal of helping each resident move on successfully into independent accommodation.As a support worker, you will support worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part your role, you will:<ul>
<li>Develop and review personal support plans and risk assessments.</li>
<li>Promote independence through life skills.</li>
<li>Complete and update PEEP (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans) forms.</li>
<li>Hold weekly sessions to monitor progress.</li>
<li>Assist with benefit applications and financial management.</li>
<li>Manage tenancies and conduct welfare checks.</li>
<li>Signpost to partner agencies for additional support.</li>
<li>Complete A&amp;I reports and raise safeguarding concerns.</li>
<li>Engage service users in activities and ensure document compliance with GDPR.</li>
<li>Sign up new service users and perform other support worker duties as needed.</li>
<li>Review support plans and complete move-on referrals.</li>
</ul>About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul>
<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including bank holidays</li>
<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>
<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>
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Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li>
</ul>Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract or £13.26 per hour</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Care Assistant - The Crossings/OakmeadWe currently have opportunities for part time (15 &amp; 22.5 hours per week) Care Assistants to work within our registered care homes, The Crossings (in Wendover) and Oakmead (in Weston Turville), where we support people with learning and physical disabilities.Working as part of a dedicated team, you`ll support service users with their day to day needs to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. This will involve assisting individuals with:<ul>
<li>personal care needs</li>
<li>mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>day trips out</li>
<li>attending appointments and maintaining their health and well-being</li>
<li>promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning</li>
<li>support in any other areas of their daily living.</li>
</ul>As a care assistant, you will follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a highly effective service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.About YouYou`ll be a caring and enthusiastic individual with a `can-do` attitude, who is driven by the desire to make a difference and have the ability to recognise and understanding the needs of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities. Desired qualities will include:<ul>
<li>Effective communicator using different methods according to the complex needs of those in your care.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable but not essential.</li>
<li>Ability to work shifts as part of a rota system, including some weekend and bank holiday working</li>
<li>Teamwork and flexibility are key to the success of the services we provide, as is a clear commitment to equality and diversity</li>
</ul>It is essential that you are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£12.60 per hour</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered. Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS and references.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Female Support Worker - St Barnabas (Supported Living)We are currently recruiting for a full time (37.5 hours) Female Support Worker at our service, St Barnabas Court in Hemel Hempstead. The role is based in Hemel Hempstead with some travel to locations in St Albans.St Barnabas provides supported living homes for people with learning disabilities. We have 8 supported living homes for people with 24-hour support on site provided. We also provide outreach support for people with learning disabilities in the community.As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:<ul>
<li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li>
<li>Promote independencethrough life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff </li></ul><ul><li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li></ul>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul>
<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>This role also includes one shift per week of completing a sleep in.</li>
<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>
<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>
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Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work which includes business insurance</li>
</ul>It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a vehicle for work purposes and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract </li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Female Support Worker

Job Title: SEND SfYP EHCP Coordinator Starting Salary: £33,366 pa with the opportunity to progress to £36,124 per annum Location: Stevenage - with travel Hours: 37 per week Contract: PermanentThings are changing in SEND for Hertfordshire County Council. We are making SEND everyone's business.Do you want to make a positive impact and be part of that change? We’re continuing to invest in our statutory SEND workforce.<h4>About the team</h4>EHC coordinators are aligned to one of several functional teams and we have an opportunity for you to specialise in:Services for Young People: responsible for young people age 16 and over with an EHCP: who attend a college (or other further education settings), who are completing an apprenticeship, are in training or a supported internship or who are not in education, employment or training. Also support care leavers age 18 and over with an EHCP.We are looking for an experienced EHC Co-ordinator to lead on our year 11+ Phase Transfer activities for the coming year, to support our Statutory SEND Teams to ensure that young people have a suitable provision named in their EHCP by the 31 March deadline. Successful candidate will need to understand college and other post-16 FE and be able to negotiate with providers.<h4>About the role</h4>The Education Health &amp; Care Coordinator (EHC Coordinator) role is highly process-driven. The role involves managing and processing EHC plans within a complex legal framework to tight timescales. It involves implementing legal requirements as part of a meticulous review of documents, then creating, reviewing and amending plans. Whilst the role does involve communication and ongoing dialogue with practitioners, parents and carers, this is primarily related to statutory processes. The role involves virtually no direct interaction with children or young people.Being an EHC Coordinator, you’ll be delivering casework that coordinates professionals across education, health and care as well as the family, to deliver EHC assessments, plans and reviews to time and high quality, with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people.​ This includes:<ul><li>Developing the highest standards of achievement and inclusion for children and young people with SEN through effective casework within the policy and budget framework of the Council, ensuring a focus on preparing for adulthood from the earliest ages.​</li><li>Taking responsibility for the preparation of information for parents, children, young people and schools, which provides the right information at the appropriate time, in a simple to use way, which engages partners in understanding what our responsibility is to children, families and schools. ​</li><li>Managing and processing statutory casework within legal and internal timelines ​</li><li>Working collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services​</li><li>Ensuring effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.​</li><li>Participating in resource decisions, taking the lead where appropriate, for example decision making processes relating to whether or not assessment or plans are written, or whether specialist provision is agreed, ensuring that resource decisions are in line with local authority policies, procedures and eligibility criteria. This could include chairing or attending panel meetings.​</li><li>Participating, as required, in a range of meetings with other professionals and​parents/carers in relation to individual children with complex needs, including representing Children’s Services at annual review, chairing reviews, attending and chairing multi-agency meetings as appropriate.​​</li><li>Contributing to the development of policy, procedures and provision for children with SEN children’s needs, which includes maintaining an up-to-date knowledge relating to SEN casework, changes to national legislation and departmental policies, and supporting induction/training and support to all team members.​​</li><li>Inputting and maintaining accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people known to the EHC assessment and review team.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Extensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014</li><li>Experience working with post-16 SEND young people in colleges</li><li>Educated to A level or equivalent</li><li>Ability to negotiate with providers</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure</li><li>High level of literacy to support good case recording and quality EHC plans.</li><li>Hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous experience with casework management</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Family, level HSC9&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Noble - <a href="mailto:tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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SEND SfYP EHCP Coordinator

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent/Fixed term or secondment Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSalary:<ul><li>Older People Team &amp; Connected Lives Gateway Advanced Practitioner: £46,731 progressing to £51,802 pa</li><li>Integrated Discharge Team Advanced Practitioner: £52,082 – £56,245 pa*</li></ul>Are you passionate about making a difference in healthcare?We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Advanced Practitioners to join our teams at Hertfordshire County Council. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while contributing to the health and well-being of our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive professional environment, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Advanced Practitioner, you will lead on peer developmentand practice, supports and supervise staff to develop their skills and knowledge in line with related legislation including The Care Act and Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives principles to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.Advanced Practitioners are responsible for delivering high quality statutory social care including recognising safeguarding, delivering assessment, supervision and care management functions as well as developing innovative, creative community solutions.Advanced Practitioners are pivotal in developing links with the local community through undertaking multi-agency work with partner organisations, providers, professionals, individuals, families, and carers.There is responsibility for ensuring that all statutory health and social care responsibilities are met and delivered to a high standard including safeguarding, assessment, supervision, and care management functions.We are re-energising our adult social care model of Connected Lives approach that has a strong ethos of strength-based working, identifying personal goals and ensuring personal, family and community resources are utilised to achieve positive outcomes for people.<h4>Our teams</h4>Connected Lives Gateway Connections - East We have an opportunity for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner to join our Connected Lives Gateway Service who are the front door to adult social care in Hertfordshire and aims to prevent, reduce and delay need by ensuring people can access a wide range of information, advice and support. We’re making a significant investment in prevention, offering a unique opportunity to shape services that deliver better outcomes for people.This multi-disciplinary team of social workers, occupational therapists and community care officers works flexibly, both from the office and remote locations, to bring together a vast amount of experience and skill in providing initial assessments and tailored information to new people approaching adult social care. You would be working alongside a variety of partners to achieve the best preventative solutions.Older People Team We have vacancies within:<ul><li>Hertsmere Team - Fixed term to January 2026</li></ul>The Older Person Service is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long term health and social care needs. We have a range of teams within Older People services, including locality based teams, both residential and community reviewing teams, crisis intervention and prevention of hospital admission teams, and sensory services. We can offer Hybrid working arrangements, flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, as well as promote your continuous Learning &amp; Development.*Integrated Discharge Team - WestWe have opportunities for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner within the following teams:<ul><li>Watford General Hospital</li><li>Post Hospital Review Team</li></ul>*Integrated Discharge Team Advanced Practitioners currently receives a non-contractual market enhanced payment and a 5% operational payment. Your contracted salary will be £46,731 - £51,802 pa.We provide a 7-day service and currently operate a 1-weekend-in-8 rota across the Hospital Team to improve outcomes for service users. You'll be part of a service-wide rota to provide cover on consecutive Saturdays and Sundays once every eight weeks and will receive days off during the weeks before and after covering weekends.You may be required to visit service users in the community to undertake reviews, so a driving licence would be essential as is the ability to respond to situations quickly and flexibly.Other Advanced Practitioner vacancies may arise in other teams, therefore we encourage you to submit an application if you meet the criteria, to be considered for future vacancies and we will contact you.<h4>About you</h4>You’ll be a qualified social worker or occupational therapist with a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience. In addition, you will also need the following:&nbsp;Actively undertakes a specialist role i.e. Moving and Handling Practitioner, Practice Educator, Approved Mental Health Practitioner, Best Interest Assessor - or agreement to undertake a specialist role within the first year of the role.You will have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of adult social care, with an emphasis on safeguarding practice and related legislation. You will have the ability to manage competing service priorities and a sound grasp of current legislation, personalisation agenda and meeting the business objectives of the department. Demonstrating management potential, you will have excellent all-round communication and negotiation skills working with the Statutory, Voluntary and Independent sector partners.You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will utilise your knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other social care legislation, to manage the most complex cases. You will use of your advanced knowledge and experience to support other members of the team and the management team to ensure good practice. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning and balance the use of resources.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.This job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 12 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careSecondment The vacancy within the Hertsmere Team - Fixed term to January 2026 is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Brookways School in Sutton. Due to our expanding therapeutic provision, we are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychotherapist. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our pupils, developing tailored care plans, and utilising effective communication skills to foster a supportive therapeutic environment.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Conduct thorough assessments of pupils' mental health needs and develop comprehensive care plans.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with the onsite therapy team.</li>
<li>Provide individual and group therapy sessions, employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support for our pupils.</li>
<li>Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.</li>
<li>Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in psychotherapy.</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling is essential.</li>
<li>Professional membership with a recognised body (e.g. UKCP or BACP)</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with pupils from diverse backgrounds.</li>
<li>Familiarity with developing care plans and utilising IT systems is advantageous.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a commitment to promoting mental well-being are crucial for success in this position.</li>
<li>Proficiency in IT systems for documentation.</li>
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Why work for us?
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<li>Supportive and friendly school community with an embedded therapy team onsite.
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<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
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We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
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Who are we?
Brookways school is an independent specialist day school in Sutton, for children and young people aged between 7 and 17.
Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to autistic children and young people. Many of our young people have associated needs such as ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.
Brookways school is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-17 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Job Title: Vision Rehabilitation Specialist/ VRS Apprentice (Community Care Officer) Starting Salary: Level 10 - £37,035 progressing to £40,476 - per annum – pay award pending + £1000 welcome payment, lease car &amp; relocation - terms apply Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care ServicesVRS Apprenticeship:Salary Range: Level 8 - £30,559 progressing to £33,366 - with opportunity to progress to Level 10 upon completion of the apprenticeship and successful job application to the VRS position. Contract Type: 2 Year Fixed Term or Secondment opportunity for the duration of the apprenticeshipThis is an exciting opportunity to join Hertfordshire County Council’s Sensory Services, based at Farnham House, Stevenage.We are looking for a VRS to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team, whose focus is on enabling individuals with visual impairments, deaf/ hard of hearing and deafblindness to achieve optimum control of their lives, through the process of rehabilitation. Ideally you will have already achieved qualification to undertake this role and have experience of providing relevant support to individuals within their home and the wider community.If you have other relevant qualifications or would be interested in undertaking the VRS Apprenticeship, we still want to hear from you.<h4>About the team</h4>Sensory Services is a county-wide service, working with both children and adults with sensory needs. We are seen as a flagship service, especially for the work that we do with the Sensory Strategy, influencing and shaping, keeping people with sensory needs at the heart of our work, working closely with partners.Equally, in our team, we are proud to have a fully inclusive, diverse team of VRS, VRS apprentices, Community Care Officers (CCO), social worker and deafblind workers. We use assessment tools and support plans for the people we support and their carers to carry out assessments in the person’s own home.We provide rehabilitation input using an outcome focused approach including provision of low vision aids, rehabilitation training in orientation, mobility, and daily living skills.We provide additional in-house training to enable you to support people for example, short courses on specific conditions e.g. dementia/ complex needs, knowledge of Safeguarding/ Mental capacity Act and functional assessments (such as providing rails or other equipment)You will be supported by our committed and supportive team including professional supervision. Hertfordshire County Council offers excellent opportunities for flexible working and professional development.Hertfordshire County Council offers excellent opportunities for flexible working and professional development.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>Work collaboratively and build professional trusting relationships with our clients, their carers’, and other organisations. With excellent communication skills you will contribute to the development of services, looking at ways to improve the customer journey experience.</li><li>Deliver tailored packages of Rehabilitation around daily living skills and mobility using a person centred strengths based approach</li><li>Ensure the safe use of a wide range of specialist equipment with an up-to-date knowledge of: eye conditions and treatments, along with knowledge of the practical application of teaching and learning theories.</li><li>Undertake assessments and review their outcomes</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Qualification i.e.: Diploma/ Foundation degree in Rehabilitation studies (Visual Impairment) or willingness to complete the Rehab Apprenticeship as required by the University: Vision Rehabilitation Specialist (Adults) - Higher Apprenticeship - FdSc - 2025/26 Entry | Birmingham City University and note the Entry Requirement in term of minimum qualification and experiences required for the course. It is important to be aware that by doing Apprenticeship, you will be expected to be away from home for a period of time during the course, travel and accommodation will be provided)</li><li>Registered with Rehabilitation Professional Workers Network and/or Habilitation VI UK (formerly MISE).</li><li>Experience of working with adults and children with visual impairment including those with additional disabilities/ support needs</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Driving licence to travel county-wide for meetings and community visits.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>For VRS apprentice - You will be expected to register with Rehab Worker Professional Network as part of your apprenticeship and to maintain your registration once qualified.</li><li>Understanding of the Care Act, and other statutory legislations within the Adult Social Care and Children’s Services, relevant to the role.</li><li>Experience of working in statutory services, working with multi-disciplinary professionals and familiar with contributing to safeguarding practice.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10 or Level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Lynsey.Patterson@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lynsey.Patterson@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Isabelle.Worth@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Isabelle.Worth@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.This is a rolling advert and applications will be considered as an when receivedFor VRS Apprentices - Assessment Centre selection days for shortlisted candidates, will be held either online or at Birmingham City University. please keep April 2026 free as slots will be allocated following shortlisting.Start date at university for successful candidates will be September 2026 - Induction week. You will be required to attend University for the whole induction week and prepare for all University block weeks throughout the academic year.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year Hours per week: 37 or 20 hours a week Contract type: PermanentAre you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This role involves advocating for individuals’ needs, supporting their daily care experience, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.In this rewarding and varied role, you'll take the lead in delivering high-quality support that puts people first.Key Responsibilities include: Individual Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.Team Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.Equality in Service: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.Community Knowledge: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Essential Skills and Requirements:Experience: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.Flexible Working: Your hours will be between 9 – 5 and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs, however, your manager will discuss with you your confirmed start and end times. In a case of service wide disruption, willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties.Mobility: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.Health &amp; Safety: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.Communication: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.Education and training: Have or be willing to work towards a QCF Level 3 in Care<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564102&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: L4 Senior Support Worker - Day Opportunities PREF103587 202209 sept22.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564103&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: ASC+Map-compressed.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1564104&amp;ptId=11488" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Senior Support Worker

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year (pro rata for under 37hrs) Hours per week: Various Contract type: PermanentAre you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a Support Worker to join our dedicated team. This role involves advocating for individuals’ needs, supporting their daily care experience, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.As a Support Worker, you’ll be part of a caring and dedicated team focused on improving wellbeing, independence and quality of life for individuals across our community.Key Responsibilities include: Individual Advocacy: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.Team Collaboration: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.Equality in Service: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.Community Knowledge: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You’re someone who thrives on making a difference and brings empathy, energy and a team spirit to everything you do.Essential Skills and Requirements:Experience: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.Flexible Working: Your hours will be between 9 – 5 and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs, however, your manager will discuss with you your confirmed start and end times. In a case of service wide disruption, willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties.Mobility: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.Health &amp; Safety: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.Communication: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.Education and training: Have or be willing to work towards a QCF Level 3 in CareUnderstand the needs of people with learning disabilities and approach your work with fairness and inclusion at its core.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559480&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: L3 Support Worker Day Opportunities 1103340INQ 202111 Nov21.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559481&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1559483&amp;ptId=11482" target="_blank">download: ASC+Map-compressed.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Support Worker - White Lion RoadWe currently have opportunities for a full time (37.5 hours per week) &amp; part time (22.5 hours per week) Support Worker to join our supported living service, White Lion Road, in Little Chalfont, Amersham.White Lion Road provides supported housing for six people with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Each resident has their own self-contained flat with 24-hour support on site. One of the flats is used as an office for staff to support White Lion Road residents and provide a communal meeting place with a dining table and cooking facilities. The aim is to provide personalised one to one support to people living in their own homes to help them meet their full potential.As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:<ul>
<li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li>
<li>Promote independencethrough life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff </li></ul><ul><li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li></ul>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul>
<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>
<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>
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Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li>
</ul>It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a vehicle for work purposes and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract or £13.26 per hour</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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