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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":"79247316-6cda-45d7-8deb-12aa1082ae70","title":"Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town hall extension","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year plus £5,000 market supplement allowance plus £3,203 car benefit allowance<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br> Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people leaving care? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to help shape and deliver high-quality support services to care leavers as they move into adulthood? <br> <br> We're looking for a Deputy Team Manager to join our dynamic Leaving Care Team, supporting young people aged 16-25 on their journey to independence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a lasting impact. <br> <br> As Deputy Team Manager, you'll work closely with the Team Manager to lead and inspire a committed team within our Corporate Parenting Service. You'll help shape service delivery, manage resources and budgets, and support frontline professionals to deliver tailored interventions that meet the complex and evolving needs of care-experienced young people. <br> <br> Your key responsibilities will include:<ul> <li> Supporting the operational management of the Leaving Care Team. </li> <li> Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding and statutory responsibilities. </li> <li> Coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff to maintain high standards of practice. </li> <li> Contributing to training and staff development. </li> <li> Representing the service at internal and external meetings. </li> </ul>You'll ensure children and young people's voices are heard, their individual needs are understood, and their welfare safeguarded - all while striving for the best possible outcomes in education, health, employment, and emotional well-being. <br> <br> <strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong> <br><strong>About you</strong><br>We're seeking a confident, empathetic leader with:<ul> <li>Substantial experience in a children's social care environment, especially with safeguarding, child protection, and statutory casework.</li> <li>A strong track record of complex decision making and supporting practitioners through high-risk cases.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and performance standards related to Children's Services.</li> <li>Experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, helping teams to thrive and deliver exceptional care.</li> <li>Ability to write complex reports and communicate effectively across a range of audiences.</li> <li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration.</li> </ul>If you're committed to empowering care leavers and supporting your team to provide outstanding services, we'd love to hear from you.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- 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.<br> <br>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?<br> <br> We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce thatreflects the diversity of our borough <br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>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.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> 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>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> <li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong> One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 45,718.00 - 48,710.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-04-18T02:01:23.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dac4309d-34b8-41d0-92a5-9721846c72cd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0c2f7d3a-c3e5-419f-a262-3ba321d60ea4","title":"Mental Health Social Worker","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Surbiton","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 Mental Health Social Care Team (MHSCT) forms part of Adult Social Care within the Royal Borough of Kingston (RBK). We are one of the two specialist teams within Adult Social Care. Our main functions are under the Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. <br><br> We work with adults whose primary need is their mental health. Our other areas of responsibility include working with people with autism, and those with drug/alcohol issues. We also have responsibility for young people transitioning into adulthood and thereby from children to adult services. <br><br> We work closely with our colleagues in NHS mental health teams, and on mental health wards, as well as partners in primary care as well as a wide range of partnership organisation across the community. <br><br> The team is a large and enthusiastic group of professionals dealing with a diverse and fascinating portfolio of responsibilities. Interest in the work and enthusiasm are among the qualities we would value in the successful applicant. <br><br> The team incorporates the Royal Borough's AMHP service.. We are based on the site of Tolworth Hospital and operate a hybrid working model of working from home, and working in the office. <br><br> We are a large, friendly and supportive team, including a manager and a deputy manager, and ably supported by business support colleagues. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> The successful candidate will be a qualified social worker with a good amount of post qualifying experience in a statutory setting. They will be experienced in safeguarding, and assessments under the Care Act 2014, and the Mental Capacity Act.<ul>\n<li> They will have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and guidance, and experience of working with mental health. </li>\n<li> You will provide case management of complex cases under the Care Act 2014, and safeguarding, including taking cases to the Court of Protection. </li>\n<li> You will receive support and supervision from one of the senior practitioners in the team, and will also provide supervision of social workers. </li>\n<li> You will undertake assessments and reviews, and work in partnership across organisational boundaries with NHS colleagues in mental health teams and on wards, as well as colleagues in a range of partnership organisations. </li>\n<li> The successful candidate will progress towards AMHP training as part of their career progression pathway and will receive a £1000 welcome payment. </li>\n<li> They must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills. Good IT skills will be an advantage. </li>\n<li> Knowledge and experience of mental health, autism, and drug and alcohol problems in a statutory setting are essential. </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, 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":"£40,755 - £45,510","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:01:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e9d64170-b9cd-4f9c-aa4b-a12954f1276d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4797fcf5-7d2b-4bfc-85e0-f3ad95cb54eb","title":"Primary Mental Health Worker","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Salary: £28,962 - £32,685 per annum <br class=\"customHTML\">Part-time (22 hours), permanent post</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">About us<br class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">About the Team/role<br class=\"customHTML\">We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our well established team as a Primary Mental Health Worker. Our Primary Mental Health Team (PMHT) in Reading was set up in 2008 to offer early intervention for children and young people who are at risk of developing serious mental health problems. Since then, we have further evolved and are now essential in filling a gap between early intervention Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) and more specialist Getting More Help (CAMHS) services.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We are a diverse and experienced team of practitioners with a range of evidence informed therapeutic backgrounds. Our team is integrated with the strong, established, and stable Educational Psychology Service (EPS), led by the Acting Principal Educational Psychologist.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We provide psychological therapies in schools and colleges and include systemic ways of working with children aged 5-18. We work within the Thrive model and have close relationships with the wider mental health teams as well as the social work, family, and youth work teams within Brighter Futures for Children. We ensure that children receive support at the Getting Help level, therefore preventing escalation to higher services, and we are proud to make a difference in children’s lives. We offer therapeutic interventions that are impactful and that lead to significant changes.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our Primary Mental Health Team is also an integral part of the School Links Project which provides regular mental health surgeries within schools.<br class=\"customHTML\">Our team also offers a range of relevant mental health training to parents and professionals to increase mental health awareness and preventative strategies.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">This is an exciting time to join our team as we are involved in new developments within the wider service. We are co-developing a specialist therapeutic fostering service to ensure our cared for (CLA) Reading children stay closer to home, with foster carers who are individually supported to provide for their needs and life experiences. We are also working on a new emotional health triage system, which will have Primary Mental health at its heart. This will ensure that Reading’s children and families receive a coordinated partnership emotional health offer, to support children to access the right help at the right time. If you want to be part of a service working in real partnership with others, transforming the system to improve outcomes for children and applying regional and national best practice, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Our team is a very stable team, we work in a supportive environment and value our team members. We are looking for a qualified person to join our team as one of us is leaving for early retirement.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Essential Qualification/Experience: <br class=\"customHTML\">A recognised therapeutic qualification and a minimum of three years’ experience post qualifying.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We would additionally prefer candidates who have a core qualification, are registered with a professional body, and/or have many years of relevant therapeutic experience.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Candidates with applied knowledge of CBT, and therapeutic fostering would have an advantage.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our Offer:<br class=\"customHTML\">We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to be creative and focus on collaborative interventions that make a difference in children’s lives. We are innovative, child focussed, supportive, friendly, collaborative, and values driven.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We have high expectations for our children and young people and work in a relationship-based, child-centred manner to achieve the greatest impact in children’s lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary, alongside a range of benefits including: <br class=\"customHTML\">• Local Government Pension Scheme <br class=\"customHTML\">• Relocation Scheme <br class=\"customHTML\">• 26 days’ holiday plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service) <br class=\"customHTML\">• Discounted Childcare (on site nursery) <br class=\"customHTML\">• Cycle to work scheme. <br class=\"customHTML\">• Season ticket loans. <br class=\"customHTML\">• A range of local discounts <br class=\"customHTML\">• Free parking <br class=\"customHTML\">• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity<br class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments<br class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Closing date: 4 May 2025<br class=\"customHTML\">Interview date: To be confirmed</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,000 - £34,999","publishDate":"2025-04-16T14:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T14:21:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2bac7e4a-4868-4817-8008-57aeba938764.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4fefc814-f369-4eff-bcf9-04f677b610b8","title":"Occupational Therapist","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">2 x Full time, permanent posts <br class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Newly qualified - £42,314 - £43,235 per annum (includes £8000 market supplement)</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Experienced - £44,124 - £50,708 pa (includes £8000 market supplement)</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">About us<br class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">About the role<br class=\"customHTML\">We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Occupational Therapy team.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We are currently expanding the service and have two vacancies for a Paediatric Occupational Therapist within our Childrens Disability Service. <br class=\"customHTML\">The OT team consists of 4 full time OT posts, 2 OT assistants and an OT Team Manager. The team sits under the umbrella of the Childrens Disability Service and works closely with Social Workers and short breaks colleagues within the Childrens and Young People’s Disability Team (CYPDT).</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We support children and young people from 0-18 with disabilities, providing equipment, adaptations and support within their homes.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Essential Qualifications:<br class=\"customHTML\">• Occupational Therapy Degree <br class=\"customHTML\">• Health & Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration<br class=\"customHTML\">What we offer our qualified Occupational Therapists:<br class=\"customHTML\">• We offer a supportive framework to develop your career<br class=\"customHTML\">• You’ll work in a friendly and collaborative environment where we are committed to delivering positive outcomes.<br class=\"customHTML\">• We have a strong training and developmental pathway<br class=\"customHTML\">• All team managers are permanent staff, and our existing Practitioners will coach, mentor and support you.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For more information about the role, please read the job description and person specification.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Our offer<br class=\"customHTML\">We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<br class=\"customHTML\">• A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:<br class=\"customHTML\">• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution<br class=\"customHTML\">• Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)<br class=\"customHTML\">• Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)<br class=\"customHTML\">• Cycle to work scheme.<br class=\"customHTML\">• Season train ticket loans<br class=\"customHTML\">• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme<br class=\"customHTML\">• A range of local shopping discounts</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Inclusion and Diversity<br class=\"customHTML\">We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Asking for Adjustments</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><br class=\"customHTML\">If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\">We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient number of applications</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Closing date: 7th May 2025<br class=\"customHTML\">Interview date:to be confirmed</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We look forward to hearing from you!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"includes £8000 market supplement","publishDate":"2025-04-16T11:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T11:28:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2d6287db-3b92-4e2a-8b5a-f9bd554cc8d3.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. The role offers a great opportunity to provide senior management support whilst making a meaningful impact to the lives of residents across the borough. </p>\n<p>This role includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Direct line management of staff across two social centres, including recruitment, training, 1-2-1’s and yearly appraisals</li>\n<li>Maintain compliance to regulatory health & safety requirements including undertaking risk assessments</li>\n<li>Organise and promote activities to entertain and stimulate centre visitors, as well as provide a hot meal provision across both sites</li>\n<li>The Day Services Manager is responsible for ensuring appropriate resources are available at both sites to maintain service continuity</li>\n<li>Identify new service opportunities and work in partnership with other organisations and agencies</li>\n<li>Responsible for budget monitoring and services are delivered within budget</li>\n<li>Buildings are compliant by working to applicable procedures and with other RBC service area’s</li>\n<li>Be a part of the future development of the service to meet the ever- changing working environment</li>\n<li>Act as an Emergency Rest Centre Manager in response to a civil emergency</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Management experience and ability of leading a team, including staff supervision and development</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a social centre environment or within the community</li>\n<li>Be able to identify and develop new services or opportunities</li>\n<li>Experience of budget management</li>\n<li>Strong communication skills</li>\n<li>Experience of writing procedures and protocols as well as undertaking risk assessments                                                                                                                                                 </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>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. 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.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£36,573 - £40,607","publishDate":"2025-04-16T10:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7be2bcee-5662-459a-89e9-bb782142a4a1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9131e1e8-3ca7-482c-84c8-26b3083add1b","title":"Key Workers","employer":"PACT (Parents and Children Together)","department":"","location":"Reading, Oxfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Our amazing team at <a href=\"https://www.pactcharity.org/alana-house/\">Alana House - PACT</a> are looking for Key Workers to join our Womens Community project.  Full time or part time applicants are welcomed to apply.  </p>\n<p>Could you make a lasting difference to women facing multiple disadvantages? Our award winning trauma recovery service empowers and enables women to access the support they need.  Our service covers Reading, Berkshire, Oxford City and South Oxfordshire.</p>\n<p><strong>Position</strong>: Womens Community Project Key Worker</p>\n<p><strong>Location</strong>: Based in central Reading.  The role requires travel across Berkshire, Oxford City and South Oxfordshire, the post holder must hold a full UK drivers license with access to own transport</p>\n<p><strong>Contract</strong>: Permanent full time – 37 hours per week Monday to Friday.  Part time hours will also be considered</p>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong>: Starting salary in the range of £25,734 to £31,453 per annum, depending on skills and experience (pro rata if part time)</p>\n<p><strong><em>Having regard to the nature and context of the work, there is a genuine occupational requirement permitted under the Equality Act 2010 that this post is only available to female applicants</em></strong><strong><em>.</em></strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Key Worker at Alana House, you will hold a case load of women and be involved in one to one work support work and group based sessions.  Your Key Worker responsibilities will include:<strong> </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>regularly meet with women to provide dedicated emotional and practical support</li>\n<li>complete initial assessments of risk and need, and provide one-to-one support across rehabilitative pathways</li>\n<li>create and review support plans in collaboration with the woman, and other agencies</li>\n<li>facilitate and deliver group-based support</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you: </strong></p>\n<p>As a Key Worker, you’ll bring an in depth knowledge of issues facing women with multiple disadvantages, including those with convictions and those at risk of offending.  You’ll also have significant experience of supporting women with issues such as homelessness, substance misuse, domestic abuse and mental health, preferably within a criminal justice setting.</p>\n<p>If this sounds like you then <a href=\"https://www.pactcharity.org/careers/current-opportunities/\">apply today</a> to join a collaborative and dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Alana House on 0118 9217640 and ask for Sabina, Alana House Manager or Lynda, Alana House Team Leader.</p>\n<p>Early applications are encouraged as we may close this vacancy on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is found.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date</strong>:              Midday, Wednesday 14<sup> </sup>May 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interview dates</strong>:         Wednesday 07 and Friday 23 May 2025</p>\n<p>Other roles you may have experience of could include:<strong> </strong>Family Support Worker, Family Key Worker, Womens Support Worker, Womens Key Worker, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Key Worker, Recovery Worker, Assistant Support Worker, Assistant Key Worker, IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, ISVA Independent Sexual Violence Advocate, Probation Services Officer, etc.</p>\n<p><em>Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. 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The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role. </em></p>\n<p><em>All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary in the range of £25,734 to £31,453 per annum, depending on skills and experience (pro rata if part time)","publishDate":"2025-04-16T08:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-14T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3c543174-9e88-4cb4-941e-1e41d510102d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"04185603-2d6a-4ab6-b99a-5227da6b20a7","title":"Local Area Coordinator","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £29,093 - £31,586 a year pro rata</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months</strong><br> <br><strong>This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 12months. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager's permission.</strong><br> <br>Luton Council is dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by providing top-tier services and support. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Local Area Coordinator to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in strengthening our community.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>\n<strong>Individual & Family Support:</strong> Utilise your in-depth experience of working directly with individuals, families, and communities to find practical solutions to complex issues.</li> <li>\n<strong>Partnership & Multi-Agency Working:</strong> Leverage your experience in partnership and multi-agency collaborations to enhance service delivery.</li> <li>\n<strong>Action Planning:</strong> Understand the issues individuals may present and develop, provide, and review strength-based action plans with individuals and their families.</li> <li>\n<strong>Communication:</strong> Use your exceptional interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, building strong relationships with individuals, communities, and professionals. Provide constructive challenge where appropriate.</li> <li>\n<strong>Technology Proficiency:</strong> Be competent in using computer-based applications and systems, including Microsoft packages and internet research. Develop and present data and reports clearly and concisely.</li> <li>\n<strong>Organisational Skills:</strong> Demonstrate your ability to work collaboratively and on your own initiative, managing periods of competing pressures and conflicting demands while maintaining service delivery.</li> <li>\n<strong>Community Engagement:</strong> Identify existing resources, assets, and opportunities, working with local communities in a co-produced way.</li> <li>\n<strong>Equality & Legislation:</strong> Show your knowledge and understanding of equality issues and legislation, identifying when discrimination occurs and demonstrating a commitment to equal opportunities.</li> <li>\n<strong>Care Act & Welfare Rights:</strong> Exhibit your knowledge of the key themes of the Care Act 2014 and welfare rights.</li> <li>\n<strong>Qualifications & Experience:</strong> Hold a relevant qualification in health and social care, community development, or equivalent experience working in a community-based setting.</li> <li>\n<strong>Home Visits & Flexibility:</strong> Be able to visit individuals and families in their own homes daily and occasionally work outside normal office hours.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br><br>To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who has experience in community support roles. It is important that you have a strong background in partnership and multi-agency working.<br> <br>It is vital that you have excellent communication and relationship-building skills as well as proficiency in computer applications and data presentation.<br> <br>You'll have strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing demands with the flexibility to visit homes and work outside standard hours as needed.<br> <br>Applicants applying for this role will need to demonstrate their knowledge of local resources and community co-production and an understanding of equality issues and relevant legislation, whilst being familiar with the Care Act 2014 and welfare rights.<br> <br>This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English.<br> <br>You must have a relevant qualifications or equivalent community-based experience.<br> <br><strong>What We Offer:</strong><ul> <li>A supportive and collaborative working environment.</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development and growth.</li> <li>The chance to make a significant impact on the community.</li> </ul>Join Luton Council and make a difference in our community!<br> <br><strong>Luton Council is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</strong><br><br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - 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.<br> <br>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?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>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.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- 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<br>- 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<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-04-16T02:01:23.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/49538b88-d021-4258-b25a-649b84c7552e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1864ba97-8b0e-457e-9f26-71c66c3c5cb6","title":"Children with Disabilities Early Help & Short Breaks Co-ordinator","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We have an excellent opportunity available for a Co-ordinator to work in our Children with Disabilities Early Help & Short Breaks Team<strong> </strong>at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract.</p>\n<p>As the Co-ordinator, you will play an integral role in coordinating and carrying out Early Help/Short Break assessments to ascertain what interventions are required to enhance outcomes and assist them to achieve their full potential.</p>\n<p>For children and young people with disabilities, as well as their parents and carers, you will plan, carry out, and support the administration of suitable short-break services and early help assistance.</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>⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme</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>⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts</p>\n<p>⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</p>\n<p>⭐ And much more</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To co-ordinate and undertake Early Help/Short Breaks assessments for children and young people who have a disability to determine what interventions are necessary to improve outcomes and to assist them to reach their full potential.</li>\n<li>To co-ordinate, deliver and assist in the management of appropriate short break services and early help support for children and young people with a disability and their parents and carers.</li>\n<li>To review support packages on a regular basis in order to assess impact and outcomes and evaluate whether the intervention remains appropriate or necessary.</li>\n<li>To work with families to both understand and use services, including direct payments, to take appropriate and effective breaks from caring that also benefits the child/young person.</li>\n<li>To work with families to identify, promote and encourage their resilience and protective factors.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Candidate Requirements: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A good understanding of the area of children with disabilities along with the short breaks framework</li>\n<li>Experience of working with children and or young people with disabilities within a statutory/non-statutory framework.</li>\n<li>Experience of undertaking assessments, critically analysing and formulating plans in partnership with professionals and families.</li>\n<li>Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to vary style to meet the needs of the audience.</li>\n<li>Good IT skills including office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel</li>\n<li>Full Driving License & use of own car</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, 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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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: Joanne Drinkwater, Supervised Contact and Early Help Hub Co-ordinator at joanne.drinkwater@wokingham.gov.uk or 0118 9088280.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 27th April 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>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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Using a strengths based approach, the emphasis is on promoting enablement and reablement to empower people to live as independently as they can for as long as they can. You will complete a variety of assessments and interventions to overcome occupational barriers using new techniques and technologies, moving and handling skills, specialist equipment, and environmental adaptations.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, positive, flexible and innovative. You will need to be able to work collaboratively and promote the benefits of working as one multi-disciplinary team across health and social care.<br> <br>You'll need to be organised and be able to make professional judgements while working with a variety of complex and challenging cases. Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, maintain quality records and write clear, concise reports.<br> <br>You'll have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing Social Care, Housing, and Health & Safety, and how to interpret this in a modern context including personalisation, eligibility criteria, safeguarding and mental capacity.<br> <br>As a qualified Occupational Therapist you will hold professional registration, and have experience in health and social care and as well as experience of partnership and inter-agency working.<br> <br>If you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- 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.<br> <br>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?<br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>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. 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We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.</p>\n<p>We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.</p>\n<p>Please note all applications will be determined on merit.</p>\n<p>To view more information, please download the role profile below:</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20553/role_profile_-_commercial_and_compliance_performance_manager.pdf\">Role profile</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£64,317 to £67,812 p.a., inclusive (Grade 16)","publishDate":"2025-04-14T14:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/44a47e14-1aad-4b9b-a50a-deb977e15b4d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2bd6eab8-33eb-46e1-a3b9-41d2d4f778b0","title":"Single Homelessness Prevention and Relief Team Leader","employer":"Brent Council","department":"","location":"Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way, Wembley, Middlesex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>An excellent offer…</p>\n<p>Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.</p>\n<p>The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.</p>\n<p><strong>The Post</strong></p>\n<p>At Brent, we have an established specialist service to assist single people and childless couples facing homelessness. 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Join our vibrant team in Wembley as a Housing Support Worker!</p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals with multiple, complex needs on their journey towards recovery, reablement, and independence, all within a compassionate, trauma-informed environment.</p>\n<p>In this role, you'll be at the  heart of delivering high-quality, person-centered support to vulnerable adults who have been or are at risk of homelessness. They are identified as having low/medium support needs, some of the areas of support needs can include: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Single homeless between ages of 18 to 60</li>\n<li>Socially excluded individuals</li>\n<li>Ex-Offenders</li>\n<li>People with substance misuse</li>\n<li>Mental Health (Low)</li>\n<li>Learning disability (Low/Medium)</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will create tailored support plans to provide practical interventions, to empower our participants to overcome personal challenges, develop life skills, and achieve their personal goals. You will also work closely in partnership with various organisations to support the different needs of our participants, which may include signposting. Join us on the journey to empowering people to be the best versions of themselves!</p>\n<p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding of the housing support needs that people with multiple, and complex needs face</li>\n<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector</li>\n<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>\n<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>\n<li>Understanding and/or practical knowledge of the social and societal marginalisation that can be attached to people with complex needs</li>\n<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. </p>\n<p>SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. </p>\n<p>As an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. </p>\n<p>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.  </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,100","publishDate":"2025-04-11T15:40:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T15:40:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/65d91056-6ca3-48a2-9634-63f00dd9e811.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f823752e-3406-4823-86b6-9fd1cffd3123","title":"Senior Support Worker","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Stopsley Respite","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br><strong>Location: Stopsley Respite Service</strong><br> <br>Are you a compassionate and experienced professional looking to make a difference in social care? Luton Council is looking for a <strong>Senior Support Worker</strong> 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.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>\n<strong>Individual Advocacy</strong>: Act as a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring their needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their day care experience.</li> <li>\n<strong>Team Collaboration</strong>: Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, ensuring seamless care delivery and support.</li> <li>\n<strong>Equality in Service</strong>: Recognise and address any discrimination in service delivery or in the workplace, taking appropriate action as needed.</li> <li>\n<strong>Community Knowledge</strong>: Apply your understanding of the challenges facing individuals with learning disabilities and work to meet their unique needs.</li> </ul><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br><strong>Essential Skills and Requirements:</strong><ul> <li>\n<strong>Experience</strong>: Demonstrable background in community work or social care services, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.</li> <li>\n<strong>Flexible Working</strong>: Willingness to work shifts, including split-shifts, sleep-in, and waking night duties, and flexibility with start and end times to meet service needs.</li> <li>\n<strong>Mobility</strong>: Ability to travel across multiple locations to support service demands.</li> <li>\n<strong>Health & Safety</strong>: Physical capability to lift, move, and handle individuals and equipment using appropriate aids, in line with Health and Safety regulations after training.</li> <li>\n<strong>Communication</strong>: Strong spoken English skills to effectively converse with the public and provide accurate advice.</li> </ul><strong>Why Luton Council?</strong><br> <br>Luton Council is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment for both staff and the individuals we serve. We seek team members who are dedicated to fostering dignity, independence, and quality of life for all.<br> <br><strong>Ready to make a difference in the lives of those in our community? Apply today to join us as a Senior Support Worker!</strong><br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - 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.<br> <br>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?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>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.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- 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<br>- 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<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 26,409.00 - 28,624.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-04-11T02:01:56.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-21T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dd9c11cb-4b5d-4798-a579-744f59dbef45.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"39996c00-7925-4faf-b9ec-a35bcc3f77d3","title":"Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Part time 22.2 hours per week (3 days a week), Permanent<br><br>Are you a dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults experiencing mental health crises? Our Adult Social Care team is seeking experienced and committed professionals to join our supportive and dynamic service to join our specialised <span class=\"jobDetsMarker\"></span>daytime stand-alone AMHP Service.  <br><span><strong><br></strong></span>We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.<span><strong><br><br></strong></span><strong>About the Role:</strong><strong><br></strong>Join our small, supportive, and well-led team of experienced AMHPs, who are dedicated to fulfilling the statutory requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended in 2007) on behalf of Reading Borough Council.<br><br></p>\n<p>We are looking for a professional with experience working with service users, carers, and families within a crisis intervention model of care. In this role, you will provide timely consultation, advice, and assessments to Reading residents experiencing a mental health crisis.</p>\n<p><span><strong><br></strong></span><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Mental Health Act Assessments:</strong> Evaluate requests for Mental Health Act assessments, making independent judgements while considering various external factors.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Compulsory Admissions & Guardianship Applications:</strong> Decide on applications for compulsory hospital admissions (Part 3 or Part 2 of the Act) and guardianship (Section 7 of the Act).</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Assessment Management:</strong> Handle the process of Mental Health Act assessments, managing potentially distressing and volatile situations.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Safeguarding:</strong> Ensure compliance with Safeguarding Adults and Children procedures, including making necessary referrals and completing Mental Capacity and/or Best Interests assessments.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Documentation:</strong> Accurately record data related to assessments and interventions using electronic case management systems.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Compliance & Standards:</strong> Operate within statutory requirements, adhering to local, national, and Reading Borough Council policies to deliver a high-quality service.<br><br>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About You:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Qualifications:</strong> Qualified AMHP with current approval to practice under the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and AMHP Regulations 2008.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Experience:</strong> Substantial experience working with the Mental Health Act, with a strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, European Convention on Human Rights, and related legislation.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Skills:</strong> Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, with excellent assessment, risk management, and safeguarding skills.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Values:</strong> Commitment to promoting human rights, dignity, respect, and implementing social models of mental health.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br>Additional duties if you are a Best Interest Assessor (BIA) could be to fulfil Best<em> Interest Assessments (BIA) </em>when not completing Statutory AMHP duties or other partnership work with communities and our partners. <br><span><br></span>You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of TEAM Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. <br><br></p>\n<p><strong>Our vision is</strong> “We all want to live in a place called home, with the people and things we love, in communities we look out for each other, doing the things that matter to us<strong>”.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our Shared Purpose </strong>“Supporting the life that matters to you”.</p>\n<p><strong><br>Work Together as one team - </strong>work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do</p>\n<p><strong>Drive Efficiency - </strong>show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential</p>\n<p><strong>Be Ambitious - </strong>be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way</p>\n<p><strong>Make a Difference to Reading - </strong>maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed</p>\n<p><strong><br>Our Offer:<br></strong>We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that, working in our friendly and collaborative environment.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>25 days holiday plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to & from work</li>\n<li>A range of local discounts</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>For a discussion about the role please contact Valbona Demiri - AMHP Manager on 07739 823 136 or </strong><a href=\"mailto:Valbona.Demiri@reading.gov.uk\"><strong>Valbona.Demiri@reading.gov.uk</strong></a><strong>  </strong><br><br>Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on submission<br>Interview date: To be confirmed<br><br>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br><br><strong>Visit: </strong><a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\"><strong>www.moretoreading.co.uk</strong></a><strong> to find out more about Reading’s Community & Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,624 to £29,226 + £3,000 Market Supplement = £28,624 to £32,226 Per year","publishDate":"2025-04-11T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/48fdbbcb-84d4-4bba-9908-85a1c48572b9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7cbe5637-7584-491f-96a5-f27583079b98","title":"My Family Plan Facilitator - 05283 - 05121","employer":"West Berkshire Council ","department":"","location":"West Berkshire , Market St, Newbury","locationType":3,"description":"<p class=\"customHTML\">Are you passionate about supporting children and families to achieve positive outcomes? Do you have the skills and dedication to facilitate the delivery of My Family Plans within a dynamic and forward-thinking local authority? 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West Berkshire is a beautiful place to live and work, offering a great quality of life with access to stunning countryside and excellent transport links.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steph Coomber on 01635 503190 or email stephanie.coomber1@westberks.gov.uk</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Apply now to join our dedicated team and make a real difference to the lives of children and families in West Berkshire.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: <a href=\"http://jobs.westberks.gov.uk/media/60080/Working-With-Us-West-Berkshire-Council/pdf/Working_With_Us_-_West_Berkshire_Council.pdf?m=1727449802860\">Working with Us</a></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Equal Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">How to apply</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"> </p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">West Berkshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share these values. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. 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You will work with professionals and family members to meet the children’s needs (which may be outside of the Borough) on both a planned and critical basis.</p>\n<p>You will work directly with children and young people on a daily basis, building long term relationships supporting their care plans to adulthood.</p>\n<p>To enable you to work to your best we will continue to develop you in your role and as part of the team. In addition to your future development, you will also have the opportunity to develop the range of interventions and skills you bring to make a difference to children and young people.</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 30 days (rising to 35 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>About Our Team:</strong></p>\n<p>The Here4U Team is a bright and vibrant culture with a positive workforce made up of: 9 Personal Assistants, 3 ASYE Social Workers, 5 experienced/Senior Social Workers, 4 Assistant Team Managers and one Team Manager. The team work on a hybrid basis, where Social Workers are able to be flexible with their diary commitments, balancing the needs of the young people we care for. The team collectively meet in person twice a month, with online team time regularly diarised outside of this.</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>Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: </p>\n<p>Holly Potter (Here4U Team Manager) <a href=\"mailto:Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk\">Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or</p>\n<p>Alix Williams (Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care) <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: Thursday 29th May 2025, at our main offices in Wokingham</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>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":"£48,710 - £49,764 per annum (plus additional £3k Market Supplement)","publishDate":"2025-04-10T14:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6b241f07-92f2-4978-b9bd-1eeb3514fb47.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cc1381ac-f9fd-44dc-87d7-485971878d36","title":"Senior Social Worker - Learning Disabilities","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. 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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. 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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. 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£35,235 - £38,626 per annum (Plus benefit)

Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Wokingham (On-Site)

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