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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamAdult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career.Mental Health TeamWithin our boroughwide specialist service, there are three social work teams - The Transition Team, The Learning Disability Team, and the Mental Health Team.The Mental Health Team coordinates social care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Alongside delivering the AMHP service, the Mental Health Team also works closely with inpatient services promoting timely discharges for those in psychiatric admissions, coordinates community based support for individuals with social care needs related to their mental health, including S117 aftercare as well as meeting other statutory duties under the Care Act and providing Social Supervision to Conditionally Discharged clients.The AMHP roles are based within our full time dedicated AMHP service working out of Wallington alongside our health colleagues completing Mental Health Act assessments on a daily basis.&nbsp; However, there may be times when additional responsibilities under the Care Act may be required as part of the wider mental health service.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAs part of the transformation within the London Borough of Sutton’s Adult Social Care service, we are recruiting Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) within the Mental Health Team. Reporting to the Team Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-quality, responsive care to individuals with mental health needs who require assessment under the Mental Health Act. The objective is to ensure that those in greatest need receive the support they require while safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety. Your responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Conducting assessments under the Mental Health Act to accurately identify and address individuals' needs.</li><li>Collaborating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to create personalised care plans that foster recovery and well-being.</li></ul>As an AMHP, you advocate for the rights and preferences of the individuals under our care, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout the assessment and treatment process. You'll work hand in hand with service users, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that address mental health needs and promote recovery and well-being. Given the nature of the role, resilience and the ability to manage stress and emotional demands are essential, as you'll be working with individuals experiencing mental health crises.&nbsp;If you can demonstrate empathy and maintain professionalism at all times, this role offers an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced and qualified Approved Mental Health Practitioner who are confident in their ability to work with individuals autonomously. Within your application you should demonstrate your skills, expertise and knowledge as well as:&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrating detailed knowledge of key legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Human Rights Act.</li><li>Having a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and legislative framework that underpins the Mental Health Code of Practice.</li><li>Direct experience of working with people experiencing mental health needs, including under the Care Act</li><li>Continued Professional Development within Mental Health Social Work&nbsp;</li><li>In possession of a valid warrant to practise as an AMHP and ensure the ongoing maintenance of this qualification</li><li>Professional Registration with Social Work England&nbsp;</li><li>A full driving licence and use of a vehicle</li></ul>If you are passionate about making a positive impact and possess the skills needed, we encourage you to apply. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our service users while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Karen Norton-Lamb, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk</a>.Our Offer to YouAs 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.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease 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.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.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.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.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.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Approved Mental Health Practitioner

About the BoroughThis 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.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.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.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.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.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.About the Service and TeamThe ASC Commissioning Team is at the heart of delivering better outcomes for Kingston residents. We're not just about ticking boxes; we're about transforming how we support people to live independent and fulfilling lives.This is your chance to:<ul><li>Work on key projects that will transform the way we deliver adult social care services.</li><li>Work collaboratively with system partners to help co-design services that truly meet the needs of our diverse communities, in a challenging financial context.</li><li>Embrace a flexible and supportive environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions make a real impact.</li></ul>As part of the ASC Strategy &amp; Transformation team, you'll be at the forefront of:<ul><li>Developing impactful strategies that ensure high-quality, value-for-money services are available for years to come.</li><li>Exploring new approaches and embedding good practice in social care, from technology-enabled solutions to strength based preventative support.</li><li>Building strong relationships with residents, providers, and other stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard.</li></ul>What we offer:<ul><li>The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of Kingston residents..</li><li>A challenging and rewarding role with opportunities for professional development.</li><li>A supportive and inclusive working environment, with hybrid working opportunities.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package. (see Our Offer To You below)</li></ul> Please refer to the attached structure chart to view the team's structure within the service.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe are seeking passionate Commissioners to join our innovative Strategic Commissioning Team. We are looking for experienced professionals to play a key role in commissioning high-quality, person-centred social care services across the Older People portfolio. The two roles advertised are:<ul><li>Older People &amp; Carers Commissioner - incl commissioning services supporting older people (including day services, information and advice and early help support) and carers&nbsp;</li><li>Integration Commissioner - incl commissioning for home readiness, reablement and equipment services and managing the Better Care Fund</li></ul>In these exciting roles, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of social care within your designated portfolio. You will be responsible for:<ul><li>Supporting the development and implementation of commissioning strategies aligned with our Whole Lifecycle approach and local health and care priorities.</li><li>Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including providers, community organisations, and service users.</li><li>Supporting the management of budgets and ensuring value for money across commissioned services.</li><li>Monitoring and evaluating service performance &amp; impact and identifying areas for improvement.</li><li>Developing innovative approaches to service delivery and supporting their implementation.</li><li>Working effectively as part of a high-performing team to achieve shared goals.</li></ul>What we're looking for:<ul><li>Proven experience in health or social care, ideally in a public sector / NHS environment, in areas such as commissioning, transformation, project management, or service delivery.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse data and identify key issues.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.</li><li>A commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.</li><li>A strong understanding of health and social care needs and the local context</li></ul>Please be clear in your application which role(s) you’d like to be considered for and why.&nbsp;Please contact Julia McDonald, Head of Service for ASC Strategy Transformation and Partnerships (<a href="mailto:julia.mcdonald@kingston.gov.uk" target="_blank">julia.mcdonald@kingston.gov.uk</a>) for an informal conversation about these opportunities.Our Offer to YouAs 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.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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease 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. 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.&nbsp;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.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.Additional InformationWe 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.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.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.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.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Adult Social Care Commissioners

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9864/Support_Coordinator_-_Early_Intervention_and_Prevention_-_JD_PS_July_25.pdf" target="_blank">Support_Coordinator_-_Early_Intervention_and_Prevention_-_JD_PS_July_25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9865/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.



<h3>Fixed term contract until 31/03/2026 or secondment opportunity until 31/03/2026 for internal staff</h3>
We have an exciting, fixed-term opportunity for a Support Coordinator within our Early Intervention and Prevention team.&nbsp;
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will play a vital role in helping vulnerable people in Bracknell to stay out of hospital where possible, support them through safe and smooth discharges and empower them to live as independently as they can. You will play a key role in improving the lives of our residents and have a real impact on everything we do. Your voice will be heard, your ideas valued, and you will be trusted to take ownership of your work.
We are looking for someone who has experience of working within a social care or health setting and has knowledge of the Care ACT.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
We are always looking for better ways of helping our residents – how can we make the most of our resources? How can we get people back on their feet? This Support Coordinator role is valuable in making changes in people’s lives, supporting them and the rest of the team you will be working with.
You will be a valued member of our Early Intervention and Prevention team (EIP) - a close, hard working, fast paced and multidisciplinary team.&nbsp; Our team help people stay out of hospital where possible, help them when coming out of hospital if needed, to remain as independent as possible and have the support that they need. The work can be challenging but is very rewarding. You will receive regular supervision, access to training and opportunities to grow and develop in your role. We actively listen to our team, encourage feedback and value suggestions that help us improve the way we deliver services together.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To provide advice, information, support, and care to vulnerable people in Bracknell.</li>
<li>To work with people to coordinate the identification of their needs and develop support plans to meet those needs, maximising choice, control and independence.</li>
<li>To case manage and support people on the Intermediate Care Service or receiving other short term services through the Early Intervention and Prevention Service.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held in August 2025, exact date to be confirmed.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.&nbsp;
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Eleanor Mulhern
Assistant Community Services Manager
01344 351410
Or
Amy Gates
Community Services Manager, EIP
01344 351479
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Support Coordinator - Early Intervention and Prevention

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9762/Assistant_Team_Manager_-_Assessment_JD_PS_July_25.pdf" target="_blank">Assistant_Team_Manager_-_Assessment_JD_PS_July_25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/9763/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Care Assistant Team Manager or an experienced Advanced Practitioner with existing management and supervisory experience, to join our duty and assessment team.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will have significant post-qualifying experience in statutory work with children and families, which includes child protection and a strong understanding of assessment, planning and intervention to ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and interventions are provided for children and families.
You will be a natural leader with the ability to build effective relationships, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and work collaboratively as part of a management team.
You will deputise when required for the Team Manager and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, students and support staff. You will support the Team Manager to drive performance and will know what good practice looks like.
In Bracknell Forest we are committed to making sure that children receive the right support at the right time.
If you can demonstrate your own passion and drive to improving outcomes for children and to support families to stay together and would like to be part of a hard-working, supportive and friendly children’s management team, we look forward to receiving your application.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high-quality service”.
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
Bracknell Forest Council have an embedded nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’. Our model and our work are dynamic and impactful.
The Assessment Team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out assessment and short-term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families. Our ‘front door’ colleagues know good beginnings and have a better chance of making good endings.&nbsp;
The team predominantly undertakes child in need assessments (Single Assessments) and child protection assessments (Section 47’s) using a range of child and adult tools to enhance our analyses, to measure change and to problem solve and design and plan short, medium and long-term interventions. The team is fast paced, the work is immensely rich and varies day to day.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.
Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable.&nbsp;
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>&nbsp;
Because we’re Bracknell Forest.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To support the Team Manager with managing a team of staff, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability and succession planning.</li>
<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>
<li>To lead on Strategy Discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning.</li>
<li>To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner.</li>
<li>To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement. Including responding to complaints and feedback.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 12th August.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Donna Barber
Team Manager
<a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Assistant Team Manager - Assessment Team

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



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.&nbsp; 
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 childrens social care, early help &amp; prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools. 
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.
 About Team/Role
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Portage Team as a Portage Visitor on a 1 year fixed term basis. 1 x Full time - 37 hours per week, 1 year fixed term post (£32,654 to £37,938 Per year)
1 x Part time - 29.6 (4 days a week), 1 year fixed term post (£26,123 to £30,350 Per year)
 Please indicate in your supporting statement which role you are applying for.
As a Portage Visitor you will provide a home-visiting service for pre-school children with developmental or learning difficulties, physical disabilities and/or other special needs. You will help parents to encourage their children's development by suggesting activities and daily routines to make learning fun. You will also support the running of Portage groups held in our local children centres. 
Training on the model recommended by the National Portage Association will be provided if needed.
 Our Offer:
<ul>
<li>A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>
<li>Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years service)</li>
<li>Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Season train ticket loans</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>
<li>A range of local shopping discounts</li>
<li>Remote/Agile working</li>
</ul>
Closing date: Sunday 20th July 2025 Interview date: Tuesday 5th August 2025 
Inclusion and Diversity
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. 
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.
 Asking for Adjustments
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. 
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.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Brighter Futures for Children

Portage Home Visitor

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We have fantastic opportunity available for a Residential Children’s Home Assistant Manager to join our brand-new, multi-building Residential Children’s Homes within the borough.
As the Assistant Manager, you will play an active role in the day-to-day operation and provide key support to the Residential Homes Manager in their responsibilities for the effective management of the residential children’s homes. You will support the provision of a professional, child centred service, ensuring its accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, codes of practice, policy, and procedures.
Wokingham Borough Council’saim is to enable our most vulnerable children and young people in care to live close to the things they hold dear – close to family, friends, community, and those who care for them most. This service comprises a multi-building children’s home including a 4-bedroom Emotional Behaviour Disorder/Difficulties (EBD) home and the addition of a smaller Complex home.
These homes will enable more children with complex needs to remain in or return to Wokingham and to avoid the use of unregistered placements and children living away from their communities and networks.
Benefits:
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:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays&nbsp;
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme&nbsp;
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline&nbsp;
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts&nbsp;
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)&nbsp;
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes&nbsp;
⭐ And much more! &nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Support the Homes Manager to ensure that the service meet its statutory responsibility and is compliant with the Children’s Homes Regulations (2015).</li>
<li>Assist in the development of a professional team that performs to the highest standards, ensuring effective supervision, staff development and training.</li>
<li>Support the Homes Manager to exceed expectations at Inspection and Regulation 44 visits in terms of delivering positive outcomes for young people.</li>
<li>Work openly with Quality Assurance to ensure good safeguarding standards and high-quality information recording are maintained.</li>
<li>Line management for 8/9 members of staff over a working week, including 2 Senior Support workers, 4/5 Support workers and 1/2 Waking night staff.</li>
<li>Take immediate management action when the welfare or safety of children or young people is as risk.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Hold a professional qualification in Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent.</li>
<li>Extensive professional work experience in a management position in a children’s residential setting.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Children Act 1989 &amp; CH regulations and good standards of practice.</li>
<li>Demonstrate experience of working effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and partner agencies.</li>
</ul>
Our Area:&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!&nbsp;
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact:
Holli Blackburn (Responsible Individual for Residencial Children's Homes) <a href="mailto:Holli.Blackburn@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Holli.Blackburn@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Victoria Wallace (Interim Residential Children’s Homes Manager) <a href="mailto:Victoria.Wallace@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.Wallace@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Alix Williams (Recruitment &amp; Retention, Children's Services) <a href="mailto:Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Sunday 24th August 2025, 11pm
Interview date:&nbsp; TBC&nbsp;
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.
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.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.&nbsp;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Assistant Manager - Residential Children's Homes

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an excellent opportunity available for a Social Care Practitioner to join our dynamic Adult Social Care team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-Time, 12-month fixed term contract.
As a Social Care Practitioner, you will work under the supervision of a registered practitioner to undertake direct work with individuals and their carers. You will use a strength-based approach to maximise individual’s abilities to live independently as possible and remain safe in their community.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and supporting individuals in need, ensuring they lead fulfilling and independent lives. Part of this role will include supporting carers to continue in their caring role for as long as they are willing and able to do so.
We are currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated and proactive Social Care Practitioner to join us.
Benefits:
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:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service, plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>To work with customers and their carer’s using a strength-based approach to provide tailored advice information and signposting to help them remain as independent as possible and live safely in the community.</li>
<li>To identify and implement appropriate prevention plans that will avoid, reduce, or delay the need for formal long-term care.</li>
<li>To accept referrals for adult social care, complete assessments, create and implement support plans in line with legislation, statutory guidance, local policy and procedure and as necessary.</li>
<li>To identify and raise safeguarding concerns as required and contribute to development and implementation of protection plans which maintain the individual’s safety within the multi-agency safeguarding adults’ procedures.</li>
<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged. To provide or arrange advocacy as required ensuring that the voices of service users are heard, and application of positive risk-taking framework as required.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Competent level of IT skills and ability to learn and use adult social care recording system</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills – including ability to engage with individuals with a diverse range of communication needs</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and maintain professional composure</li>
<li>Ability to relate to individuals from a diverse range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds</li>
<li>Awareness of the impact of ill health, disability, social disadvantage, and poverty has on and individuals’ wellbeing</li>
<li>Awareness of the impact of caring has on carers and their choice and control and wellbeing</li>
</ul>
Our Area
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.
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.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact&nbsp;Laura Gordon, Team Manager - <a href="mailto:laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: 10th August 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
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.
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.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
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.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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 &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Social Care Practitioner - First Contact Team

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An exciting opportunity for an&nbsp;experienced Deputy Team Manager to join our Customer Reviews Service within Adult Social Care.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;
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.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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. Within adult social care the transformation agenda is focused not only on how we support our residents through strength-based practice and technology enabled care, but to enable and empower our staff to realize their potential&nbsp; &nbsp;
The Post
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The Deputy Team Manager will oversee our assessment and intervention team and review work that helps people to lead a life of their choice. We are a values-based employer looking for a high calibre Deputy Team Manager. You will be supported to excel and progress your career.&nbsp; You will join a committed and enthusiastic management team, supporting some of our most vulnerable and complex residents in Brent.&nbsp;
As Deputy Team Manager, you will be leading a team of professionals, responding to those in need of social care support and taking appropriate interventions as required. You will be supported to enable positive risk taking and innovative approaches that support residents to lead full and active lives. Our Adult Social Care Services here in Brent use a strength-based approach to promote the independence, interest and rights of our residents and their families.&nbsp; Across our Adult Social Care services, we strive to deliver a culture of working together, positive risk taking and accountability. Our core aim is to support our residents to be influential active members of our community.
The Person
We are looking for experienced Deputy Team Managers who have demonstrated a high level of expertise in working with people with complex social care needs in the community, including significant knowledge and experience of Continuing Health Care.&nbsp;
As Deputy Team Manager you will provide clinical and management supervision to the Advanced Practitioner and up to six&nbsp;Social Work practitioners. You will attend and contribute to multi-agency forums and develop and nurture relationships within the Local Authority and across partnership agencies.&nbsp;You will have a commitment to staff wellbeing and reflective practice.&nbsp;
Your primary role will be to support the Team Manager to manage the team, with the assistance of the advanced social work practitioner. You will provide regular supervision and help to create a team culture of learning alongside attending leadership sessions to broaden your own practice knowledge.&nbsp; &nbsp;The ideal candidates will be dynamic and analytical in their approach and demonstrate the ability to manage competing demands and prioritise effectively to promote safe, positive and timely decisions for the residents of Brent.&nbsp; This role will need you to develop meaningful and purposeful social work practice and to continue Brent’s journey to in-bed strengths-based practice. Your role will also include contributing to developing practice within the team and providing mentoring to colleagues in the wider Assessment and Intervention Service
You will need to be a qualified Social Worker, with significant post qualifying experience in a statutory Adult Social Care setting.
Brent benefits include:
<ul>
<li>A £5000 ‘golden hello’ for managers new to Brent, upon completion of their probationary period.</li>
<li>An annual retention payment of £3000 for eligible frontline workers and managers from Grade PO2 – PO7</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home (laptop and iphone provided)</li>
<li>Monthly CPD sessions</li>
<li>Regular professional supervision</li>
<li>Generous Local Government pension scheme</li>
<li>Access to internal and external learning and development via our Adult Social Care Skills Academy</li>
<li>Commitment to supporting workforce health and wellbeing with access to a free confidential employee counselling services&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to privilege card for local retailers the London Designer Outlet</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme</li>
</ul>
Applications from those applying within the last 6m will not be considered
Closing date: 21 July 2025 (23:59)&nbsp; &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.&nbsp; &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.&nbsp; &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;

Brent Council

This is Brent

Deputy Team Manager (Social Care)

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Are you an inspiring leader with a strong commitment to social care?&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is looking for an exceptional person to lead the Berkshire Emergency Duty Service across all six Berkshire unitary authorities. You will lead the coordination and delivery of statutory out-of-hours social care providing strategic oversight, a deep understanding of the varied needs of diverse communities, and the ability to manage complex, high-impact service delivery for a wide range of people.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>About you</h3>
You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting with extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.&nbsp; You will need to have a social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
<h3>About the team</h3>
You will be leading our specialist pan-Berkshire team of Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. The team collaborate closely with health professionals, the police, and families, providing vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.&nbsp;
This is an exciting time to join the team, because our emergency duty service has recently been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC.&nbsp; So if you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Lead the Emergency Duty Service (EDS) in fulfilling duties under the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation.</li>
<li>Provide leadership for Mental Health services for both children and adults, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and relevant case law.</li>
<li>Deliver Adult Social Care services in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li>
<li>Oversee out-of-hours housing and homelessness services as stipulated in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>
<li>Manage the provision of an out-of-hours Appropriate Adult service for young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.</li>
<li>Provide expert strategic leadership on statutory functions and professional practice in relation to both vulnerable children and adults.</li>
<li>Support the transformation of the Emergency Duty Service to deliver improvements and efficiencies.</li>
<li>Develop and implement strategic and operational plans in collaboration with service colleagues and senior leaders.</li>
<li>Make independent decisions impacting daily operations and strategic direction.</li>
<li>Ensure the service is adequately staffed 24/7 and meets all contractual arrangements, regulations and health and safety requirements.</li>
<li>Successful management of significant organisational change, including culture change, change management programs and project management.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year or sell 5 days.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with associated life insurance cover</li>
<li>Electric Vehicle car leasing scheme via salary sacrifice&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, etc *</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
*Terms and Conditions apply - please refer to candidate pack for more information&nbsp;
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>
Reasonable adjustments&nbsp;
</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Why join us?</h3>
Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. We are committed to providing the best possible value for money and ensuring that our services meet the needs of our community.&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be in Bracknell held during week commencing 4 August 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.&nbsp;
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.&nbsp;
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;&nbsp;
Hannah Doherty, 01344 354466, <a href="mailto:Hannah.doherty@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.doherty@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please. Previous applicants should not reapply.&nbsp;

Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours

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We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and friendly individual to join our Wellbeing team at the Community and Wellbeing Centre. You will lead on supporting the team of Wellbeing assistants whilst engaging with the members and being creative with activities.
The focus of this role is to encourage independent living, whilst planning and undertaking administrative duties and reporting on general building maintenance. You will also take part in assessments of clients alongside other Wellbeing Coordinators.
The ideal candidate will need to have a background in working with older people.&nbsp; You will need be organised, able to work independently and manage your time well to ensure you are able to meet the needs of the members.&nbsp; You will need to have excellent verbal, written, communication and people skills along with IT experience with Word/Excel/Databases.
You will be expected to deliver a person-centred approach to our members. You will be core to the daily delivery of our services to our members.
If you would like to make a positive impact within our Community and Wellbeing Centre and to be part of a professional and committed team then this role may be for you. We look forward to receiving your application.
For further details please contact Katie Charman on 01372 732484.
Closing date :&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;31 July 2025
Interviews/ assessments:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 04 August 2025

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