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We are seeking an experienced Head of Service to lead our dedicated workforce in providing exceptional support to adults within Bracknell Forest Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you ...</h3>
You will have senior leadership experience and a strong commitment to delivering our CQC improvement plan, ensuring that Adult Social Care maintains its "Good" CQC rating while further embedding the Target Operating Model.
Essential skills for this position include effective budget management and performance data analysis, along with experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating with partners across the health and social care footprint. You will be expected to model the council’s values and behaviours in all you do: Inclusive, Ambitious, Always Learning.
Working closely with the Assistant Director for Adult Social Care, you will oversee: The Hub; The Early Intervention and Prevention Team; The Reablement and Intermediate Care Team; Hospital Team; Adult Community Team; Sensory Needs and Blue Badges.
<h3>About the team ...</h3>
Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams.&nbsp; We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos.&nbsp; Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We work in close partnership with health, housing and other key partners to ensure individuals receive the support they need to achieve their desired outcomes.&nbsp;
We also hold regular multidisciplinary forums, ensuring our residents have easy access to health and social care services that work together to provide coordinated, holistic support when it is needed most.
We understand the demands of working in Adult Social Care, therefore we are committed to ensuring our staff feel supported. We have a strong focus on supporting our staff to learn, grow and develop to achieve their potential. We listen to our social care staff about the best way to deliver our services and encourage feedback and suggestions on how we can do things better together.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilites ...</h3>
<ul>
<li>You will work in a senior leadership capacity with the People Directorate to lead on and manage a multi-disciplinary team of health and social care practitioners.</li>
<li>You will deliver social care and Care Quality Commission regulated reablement services for older people and adults with long term conditions. As well as leading adult social care teams through the assurance process and continual improvement of services.</li>
<li>You will also support the Assistant Director of Adult Social Care Operations in formulating the strategic direction, priorities and plans for the service in line with service and corporate responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits ...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values ...&nbsp;</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>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;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 8th and 9th October 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.&nbsp;
As part of the interview process, you will be required to give a 15 minute presentation to the interview panel.&nbsp; Details to be advised.
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.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Tony Dwyer, Assistant Director: Adult Social Care Operations, 01344 352787
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.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Bracknell Forest Council

Head of Service: Hub, Early Intervention and Prevention, Adult Community Team

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in our Duty and Assessment team, on full-time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
If you are passionate about supporting families in making positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.
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>.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Four-culture&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAriana.Burdfield%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cad347b02f91b4bbad25908ddb5531965%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638866090708602874%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MW%2FXb%2B3I8p0wnuGl2PEf%2BpYM6iiMvCAi4sxVWLmigoc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care culture | Bracknell Forest Council.</a>
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and at least three years post qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care that includes child protection. To succeed in this role, you will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. Strong experience in multi-agency working, along with excellent skills in assessment, analysis and recording, as well as the confidence to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and lead in complex situations, are also essential for this role.
You will role model and champion good social work practice, are able to evidence relevant continued professional development and will support others in sharing your knowledge and experience to contribute to our inclusive culture.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Duty and Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out short term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for social workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
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.
In&nbsp;November 2023&nbsp;our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:
<ul>
<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers</li>
<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children</li>
<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest</li>
<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders</li>
</ul>
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.
Because we’re Bracknell Forest: a great place to learn and develop your practice.
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>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>
<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertake child protection enquiries.</li>
<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with some short-term work.</li>
<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
We use the Family Safeguarding Model in our approach to collaborate with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, supported by Motivational Interviewing (MI). This approach empowers families, children, and young people, enabling parents to make positive changes that lead to improved outcomes for their children and enhance their own wellbeing.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>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;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 10th October.&nbsp;
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>
or Helen Gore, Principal Social Worker, <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
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.
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;

Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment

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Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Welfare Support Officer to join us!
This is a full-time, one year fixed term role with hybrid working, and a salary of £32,962 - £36,791 per annum.
The Role:&nbsp;
To engage with customers on a wide range of housing, welfare, and benefits matters through face-to-face contact, telephone advice, home visits and remote support. To work proactively with both in-house teams and external statutory and voluntary agencies to secure the best outcomes for customers. To maximise available resources&nbsp;by ensuring households access all eligible benefits and by exploring every available funding stream to provide support; particularly for those who have recently been granted refugee status, arrived in the UK under a government-funded resettlement scheme, or entered the UK through the Homes for Ukraine Scheme. To contribute as part of the wider team in delivering an effective and efficient Homelessness Prevention and Homelessness Service, in line with the Royal Borough’s statutory responsibilities and strategic aims.
Your Role will involve:&nbsp;
• Deliver excellent customer service by providing appropriate and effective solutions to housing and welfare issues, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Provide housing, welfare, and benefit advice; together with guidance on employment opportunities and life in the UK to refugees who have recently been granted status, either following a positive asylum claim or on arrival under a government resettlement scheme, to support their successful integration within the borough.
• Offer expert advice and assistance to stakeholders, advocates, and customers experiencing welfare and benefit issues, working proactively to prevent homelessness and referring cases to partner agencies where appropriate.
• Support the UK Resettlement Team Leader with asylum and refugee work, including the Afghan Resettlement and Homes for Ukraine schemes, as required.
What we are looking for:&nbsp;
&nbsp;• Educated to at least A-level/NVQ Level 3 or experience in relevant field.
• Comprehensive understanding of welfare benefits - including social security legislation, housing benefit, council tax support, tax credits, Universal Credit, and wider welfare reforms, with the ability to apply this knowledge to support households in maximising their income and sustaining accommodation.• Awareness of national resettlement programmes, including knowledge of the UK asylum and refugee system, the Homes for Ukraine Scheme and the Afghan and Syrian Resettlement Schemes.&nbsp;• Strong organisational and time management skills - with the ability to manage a varied caseload, prioritise competing demands, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards in line with quality assurance procedures.• Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive situations - remaining calm, empathetic, friendly, and professional when working with vulnerable customers, often in challenging or high-pressure circumstances. • Partnership working experience - with a track record of building successful relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including statutory services, voluntary organisations, and community groups, to achieve positive outcomes for customers. • Additional language - spoken and written desirable.
Specific Working Requirements:
• Valid driving licence (with business insurance cover) - required to travel independently across the borough and wider region in order to carry out home visits, outreach work, partnership meetings, and attend training or other work-related duties.
• Flexibility to work outside normal office hours - including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet service needs, respond to emergencies, attend community events, or represent the Council at meetings as required.
• Ability to work in varied settings – including customer homes, hostels, hotels, hospitals, prisons, and community venues, in line with service procedures and safeguarding protocols.
• Willingness to adapt to changing service demands - including redeployment within the wider housing and resettlement team to ensure continuity of service delivery.
What we offer:
<ul>
<li>32 days annual leave</li>
<li>Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.&nbsp;
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: Early November, interviews will be held earlier should suitable candidates apply
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Waseem Saghir UK Resettlement Team Leader on <a href="mailto:Waseem.Saghir@RBWM.gov.uk" target="_blank">Waseem.Saghir@RBWM.gov.uk</a>

Welfare Support Officer

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form" target="_blank">https://www.elmbridge.gov.uk/blogs/2022/how-ace-local-authority-application-form</a>
To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Dementia Service Assistant (Casual)
Community Support Services
Grade SCP 14 (£15.06)
Closing date: 29/09/25 9am
Our Dementia Services provides a day centre group for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia. Our clients, who live either independently or with family members, enjoy a social setting where they can engage in activities such as music, singing, arts and crafts, and quizzes.
This is a role that requires a special type of person; it requires you. You have the commitment to care, the dedication to people, as well as the communication and organisational skills to support our clients.
Qualifications and skills:
<ul>
<li>experience in a similar role within dementia services or social care</li>
<li>excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Ability to be creative and provide a range of activities</li>
<li>Good team player and ability to work on own initiative</li>
</ul>
The role
<ul>
<li>The role involves supporting the Dementia Services Manager in the daily operations of the service, ensuring a social day centre approach that promotes independence and inclusivity for clients with mild to moderate dementia.</li>
<li>Responsibilities include delivering person centred activities to enhance social, physical and mental wellbeing</li>
<li>Covering for the Dementia Services Supervisor when needed, maintaining service documentation, and training.</li>
<li>The role also involves maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding practices, and building effective relationships team members, clients, and carers.</li>
</ul>
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you!
For any questions, please call Nikki our Dementia Services manager on 01372 474 547.

Elmbridge Borough Council

Casual Dementia Services Assistant

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Female Assistant Support Worker - Fletcher Way Full-time (37.5 hours) availableAre you someone who thrives on helping others live more independently and confidently? We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Female Assistant Support Worker to join our friendly team at Fletcher Way, a supported living service in Hemel Hempstead.In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes, helping them with:<ul>
<li>Day-to-day tasks like personal care, shopping, cooking, cleaning, and budgeting
</li>
<li>Following personalised support plans and risk assessments
</li>
<li>Promoting independence and supporting each person’s goals and aspirations</li>
</ul>You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, teamwork, and person-centred care.About YouNo previous experience in care? No problem! We provide a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.We are looking for people who are:<ul>
<li>
Passionate, with a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference</li>
<li>Able to communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred support 
</li>
<li>
It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a car and can work to a rota (12.5 hour shifts 3 times per week)
</li>
</ul>Hightown Benefits:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li></ul><ul><li>£24,570pa for a 37.5 hour contract</li></ul><ul>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Hightown Housing Association

Assistant Support Worker

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO4 - PO5£49,056 - £55,323 plus retention allowance&nbsp; Retention Bonus: £2,000 per year Contract Type: Fixed term 2 years Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 28/09/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): 04/10/2025 Reference: 1895 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; Reporting to the Permanence &amp; Post Order deputy/team manager, to hold a caseload of assessment and/or support cases in the SGO, Connected Persons and Post Order Support team. To ensure that the necessary assessments (Viability/Regulation 24 &amp; 25/Connected Person/SGO) are completed to a high standard within court timelines, predicated on sound judgement and decision making, safeguard children and young people and achieve the best possible outcomes. To ensure that practice is in accordance with the relevant legislation, regulations, and guidance. To exemplify best practice and apply professional rigour to assessment and/or support cases. To attend Practice Support Group and provide professional advice and case&amp;#x2;related guidance to social workers and other professionals, sharing knowledge, skills, and behaviours to develop the practice of others. The Senior Practitioner will maintain accurate case related records; deputising for the Advanced Practitioner in the Permanence &amp; Post Order Team as and when required <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Senior%20Practitioner%20(1895).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; The relevant assessments (Viability/Regulation 24 &amp; 25/Connected Person/SGO) are completed to a high standard and to required timescales. Assessments accurately identify need/s and vary in complexity Practice complies with the relevant legislation, regulations, and practice standards and risks of varying complexity are well managed/mitigated effectively Professional advice and other case-related guidance is provided to team members Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; Educated to degree standard or equivalent Relevant professional qualification and registration with Social Work England (SWE)&nbsp; Continuing Professional Development Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp; Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp; Continued professional body registration;&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Ioana Furcoviciat <a href="mailto:Ioana.Furcovici@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ioana.Furcovici@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Senior Practitioner

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary:&nbsp;PO2 £42,771 - £45,750Contract Type: Full time/Permanent Working hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline: 05/12/2025Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;Interviews may be scheduled and conducted during the advertising period. We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate is identified Reference: 1899About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;We are currently looking for three SEND Case Officers to support our established SEND 0-25 service. To deliver services that enable stakeholder, service users and families/carers to engage with and make informed use of the service(s). To manage and progress a large and complex caseload. To provide specialist support for a complex work area. As the lead professional, manage a caseload including direct work with children, young adults and their carers.<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20SEND%20Officer%20(1668).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ol> <li>Manage a caseload including direct work with children and young adults with SEND and their carers.</li> <li>Provide advice and assessments to support service provision and individual clients.</li> <li>Organize and deliver services within a specialist area to meet operational targets.</li> <li>Make operational decisions and prioritise work based on needs.</li> <li>Plan, deliver, and monitor interventions to support children and young adults with SEND.</li> <li>Provide specialist advice, guidance, and support to colleagues, service users, and partner agencies.</li> <li>Manage complex queries and issues within the SEND specialist area.</li> <li>Maintain documented case files, records, and information.</li> <li>Prepare standard reports as required.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.</li> <li>Monitor and manage potential risks within the area of responsibility.</li> <li>Commit to continued professional development</li> <li>Act in accordance with all policies and procedures.</li> <li>Work with other professionals and services to provide a seamless service.</li> <li>Liaise with other agencies on operational issues.</li> <li>Ensure operational delivery of the Integrated Disability Service.</li> <li>Proactively manage caseloads of service users with complex needs.</li> <li>Lead effective partnership working within a multidisciplinary team.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with assessment and planning requirements.</li> <li>Secure transition arrangements for children and young adults at all stages of development.</li> <li>Ensure appropriate level of care and support for education, employment, and social inclusion opportunities.</li></ol>Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;Substantial relevant experience of working in the service area / related profession field, with evidence of work responsibilities appropriate to the role and evidence of appropriate professional expertise.&nbsp;Knowledge of the Children and Families Act and SEND specialist work practices / professional guidelines / legislation and emerging developments within the service area.&nbsp;Knowledge and understanding of promoting independence, resilience and wellbeing for children, young adults and families.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience and competency in undertaking assessments/contributing to assessments of children and young adults resulting in the planning, delivery and management of focused interventions and plans.&nbsp;Knowledge and experience of contributing to the development of services, policies procedures and practices.Educated to degree level or equivalentTerms and conditions:&nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp;Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;Suitable driver’s license;&nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Dorothy Hadleigh, Strategic SEND Lead at <a href="mailto:Dorothy.hadleigh@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Dorothy.hadleigh@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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Send Case Officers

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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 Residential 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 19th October 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.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Assistant Manager - Residential Children's Homes

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We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to join our dedicated Adult Social Care Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Social Worker in our East Social Care Team, you will work directly with a diverse range of individuals, including adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, long-term conditions, young carers, those transitioning into adulthood, and older people.
The core purpose of the service is to empower people to live safely and independently within their communities. You’ll focus on maximising individual strengths and abilities, supporting people to make informed choices, and enabling carers to continue in their caring roles for as long as they choose and are able to.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection.&nbsp;
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same—perfect for a compassionate, creative, and proactive social work professional who wants to make a meaningful difference!
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 30 days (rising to 35 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 in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess, review or reassess complex needs of customers and their carers, offering advice and guidance and access to support services in line with their eligible needs, with an emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.</li>
<li>To undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate.</li>
<li>To adopt a strengths-based approach to the role and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural background and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are listened to and acknowledged</li>
<li>To interpret and analyse varied and complex information or situations and work with relevant others to create solutions.</li>
<li>To work collaboratively with individuals, their carers, families and other stakeholders to gather information for the purpose of assessing and reviewing the individual’s needs and in order to identify the best options available to meet the identified needs.</li>
<li>To establish professional relationships with relevant stakeholders including voluntary services to enable collaborative multiagency working, exploration of new innovative ways of working, and encourage an open and transparent dialogue.</li>
<li>To effectively manage time, priorities, workload and conflicting pressures and escalate if appropriate</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements
<ul>
<li>Professional Social Work qualification</li>
<li>Current registration to professional governing body - Social Work England</li>
<li>Full EU driving license (and access to daily use of a car)</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions</li>
<li>Minimum of 1 year experience post qualification and successful completion of ASYE</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 Ashnalta Manik <a href="mailto:Ashnalta.Manik@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ashnalta.Manik@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 19th October 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
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.
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.
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.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Social Worker - Adult Social Care

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We have a great opportunity for two Call Screening Officers on a part time, permanent basis (hours to be negotiated).&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You are someone who thrives under pressure, with excellent communication skills, both over the phone and in writing. You can prioritise tasks effectively, remain organised, and have solid ICT skills to support your work. Emotional intelligence, investigative curiosity, and a proactive attitude are at the heart of how you operate. You are comfortable recording accurate, concise information and confident in challenging both professionals and the public when needed.
You are passionate about social justice, self-aware of your own biases, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Prepared to work unsociable hours, you bring resilience, professionalism and the ability to deal with unrestricted demand in a calm and effective way.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) delivers out-of-hours emergency social care across Berkshire. We are proud of the community we serve, the services we provide, and the strong networks we have built.
Our team is supportive, collaborative and committed to making a difference. We value fresh ideas and give you the space to shape how we work, with excellent support from managers and colleagues. You will be given expert advice when you need it, opportunities to develop and the chance to make a real impact, both big and small, on the lives of residents.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>Act as the first point of contact for members of the public and partner agencies.</li>
<li>Screen and process incoming referrals, ensuring accurate records are kept.</li>
<li>Undertake database checks to support decision-making.</li>
<li>Provide clear and accurate signposting information.</li>
<li>Work as part of the team delivering crisis social work interventions.</li>
<li>Be prepared to undertake training for the Appropriate Adult.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>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;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 7th and 8th October 2025.
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.
<h2>Want to ask us a question?</h2>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Shelli Read, Business Manager, Phone number: 01344 353465
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.&nbsp;

Call Screening Officer (Part-time hours to be negotiated)

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5325/Advice-Manager-Debt-JDPS-September-2025.pdf" target="_blank">Advice-Manager-Debt-JDPS-September-2025</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.



Salary:&nbsp;£42,012 FTE Hours:&nbsp;Flexible 4-5 days per week Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent
Location:&nbsp;Westminster &amp; Hybrid

At Citizens Advice Westminster, you will be part of a mission-driven organisation that empowers local residents through expert advice, advocacy, and education. As an Advice Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of high-quality, multi-channel advice services, assuring that the most vulnerable members of our community receive the support they need and when they need it the most.
Your work will directly contribute to improving lives across Westminster, helping clients navigate complex issues such as debt, housing, benefits, and immigration. You will be a trusted leader, technical expert, and mentor, driving excellence in service delivery and championing continuous improvement.
You will manage outreach sessions, supervise advisers, and take ownership of debt casework and technical quality. From coaching and mentoring to shaping service innovation.
You will manage your own team, oversee outreach sessions, and lead on debt casework with full responsibility for quality assurance, performance metrics, and client outcomes. As a specialist in debt supervision and casework, you will:
<ul>
<li>Deliver expert advice to vulnerable clients</li>
<li>Provide technical supervision and case checking to uphold AQS standards</li>
<li>Lead training and coaching in debt-related areas</li>
<li>Consult with partners and stakeholders to enhance service delivery</li>
<li>Monitor and communicate key policy developments in the debt advice landscape</li>
</ul>
We offer more than a competitive salary and a fulfilling career in a values-led organisation. Our benefits include annual season ticket loans, career breaks, and a deep commitment to your ongoing development. Whether you are honing your expertise in casework or growing into a leadership role in policy and campaigning, you will find room to stretch and thrive.
You will be part of a warm, inclusive team culture where collaboration is encouraged, opinions are respected, and every voice matters. We also offer flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity to work from home several days a week.
If you are ready to be a part of this community organisation offering a vital service to people who need our help, then click on the apply link above&nbsp;and complete the application process, demonstrating how you meet the competencies in the Person Specification in your supporting statement. Please note we expect employees to spend 50% to 60% of their working time at the office or in outreach location.
Citizens Advice Westminster value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society and believe that diversity is what makes us the leaders in what we do. Please help us by completing the&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.office.com/r/NZrg9nBKRy" target="_blank">Diversity Monitoring Form</a>.
Closing Date:&nbsp;30th September 2025 12pm

Advice Manager-Debt

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5299/Children_s_Residential_Support_Worker__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Children_s_Residential_Support_Worker__1_</a></li>
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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 Children’s Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated Short Breaks Residential Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time or part time basis.
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will provide a high standard of care to children or young people living at a home or having a short break. Ensuring that each child has an opportunity, whilst being supported to develop and grow to their full potential.
Bridges is an OFSTED registered residential short breaks service. We are committed to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people with diverse needs. Our passionate team is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
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&nbsp;
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>You will provide a high standard of care to children and young people.</li>
<li>You will have a commitment to inclusive practice</li>
<li>You will be responsible for and adhere to all aspects of safeguarding practices in the home.</li>
<li>You will support the Home Manage to ensure that the service meets it's statutory responsibilities and is compliant to the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.</li>
<li>You will carry out daily tasks including personal care and administration of medication, housekeeping and cleaning.</li>
<li>You will complete good quality child focused records which are completed in a timely manner and are of a high standard.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements: 
<ul>
<li>You will need to hold a Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare (England) or be willing to complete this within the first two years of employment. If you hold a Diploma Level 3 in Residential Childcare (England) you will have the opportunity to progress to a Senior post at the end of your Probation Period and after successful completion of the Competence needed.</li>
<li>Experience in working with children, preferably in a residential setting.</li>
<li>Ability to work with young people and their families where there are complex needs or dynamics</li>
<li>Commitment to delivering non-oppressive practice</li>
<li>Ability to work the required shift patterns, to include evening and weekend working.</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!
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion, contact Michelle Humphries, Registered Manager on Telephone 0118 969 5977 or email <a href="mailto:michelle.humphries@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.humphries@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 19th October 2025, 11pm
Interview Date:&nbsp; TBC
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.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
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.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Children's Residential Support Worker (Short Breaks)

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamGuided by the Team Manager and Principal Occupational Therapist, the new Occupational Therapy Hub in Sutton unifies Occupational Therapy and Sensory services within social care. The Hub will provide professional leadership and support for practitioners, while offering career development opportunities, including apprenticeships and a unique Preceptorship for new or returning therapists. Sutton is proud to be one of the only London boroughs to have launched an Occupational Therapy Preceptorship, to support and develop people who are newly qualified or returning to practice. The Hub focuses on strength-based assessments to enhance independence and well-being, covering a wide range of support from reablement, assessments for disabled facilities grant, optimal care, to housing needs assessments, making it a comprehensive service for the community.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe are seeking Enabling Independence Officers (EIO) to join our Occupational Therapy Team at Sutton Adult Social Care. The role is based in the Occupational Therapy Hub (OT Hub), primarily completing occupational therapy assessments and reviews. Our goal is to empower adults to live as independently as possible, and we are looking for individuals with the necessary skills to help us achieve this mission. As an EIO within the OT Hub, you will utilise your Trusted Assessor skills and experience to deliver strength-based and preventative support for our residents.&nbsp;Your duties will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Conducting assessments with our residents to ascertain their occupational therapy needs.</li><li>To ensure the provision of effective advice and guidance following assessments.</li><li>Providing appropriate equipment and minor adaptations to enable our residents independence.</li><li>Making recommendations for simple major adaptations.</li><li>Collaborating with social workers, healthcare providers, and the NHS to ensure that our service users receive the best possible care in accordance with the Care Act.</li></ul>With the guidance and support of Occupational Therapists and OT Managers within the OT Hub, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of residents with occupational therapy needs, and compiling support plans to inform your interventions. Your role will be vital in enhancing our residents' quality of life and wellbeing individuals. If you are passionate about making a difference, have strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships and can show empathy and sensitivity towards individuals facing difficult circumstances, we want to hear from you.Adult 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.We expect the successful candidate to have:<ul><li>Trusted Assessor Level 3 training and/or experience - we offer the opportunity to train and reach Assessor Level 4</li><li>Prior experience in conducting assessments in an occupational therapy setting</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies pertaining to social care and occupational therapy</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with residents, their families, and relevant professionals</li><li>An understanding of issues related to safeguarding and protection of adults.</li><li>Continuous professional development to stay updated on best practices in the field of social care and occupational therapy</li></ul>Learning and development will be supported by your supervisor and the wider management team. You will receive regular supervision to encourage reflective practice in identifying areas of improvement. As a Borough, we are committed to building a workforce that is empowered with knowledge to work autonomously and provide the valuable care service to the residents of our community. We want you to be a part of our journey.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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</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>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. 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 and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families 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 also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a 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" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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.





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London Borough of Sutton

Enabling Independence Officer (Occupational Therapy Team)

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5187/Deputy_Service_Manager_JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">Deputy_Service_Manager_JDPS</a></li>
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<a href="https://candidate.socialinterestgroupcareers.org.uk/288504JGP" target="_blank">https://candidate.socialinterestgroupcareers.org.uk/288504JGP</a>



Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager
Location:&nbsp;&nbsp;Latimer Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) - Walking distance from Latimer Road underground station (Circle and Hammersmith and City Lines). Please note that unfortunately this service does not have step free access
Salary:&nbsp;£34,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Some flexibility maybe required depending on the needs of the service.&nbsp;
About the role
As a Deputy Service Manager, you will support the Service Manager in driving excellence in service delivery, being a point of contact for staff and ensuring they are empowered, skilled, knowledgeable within their roles and create a supportive environment where both staff and residents can thrive. Our residents in this service have experienced long term street homelessness and have faced significant challenges including with their mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency, and struggled to sustain engagement with support services.They are here to make positive changes and receive the support they need to achieve greater independence and progress in their recovery.
In this role, as a Deputy Service Manager, you will work within a 24 hour service which provided person centred support to our residents. Some key responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle.</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service.</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed.</li>
<li>Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management.</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.</li>
<li>Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.</li>
</ul>
About you
We're looking for someone driven to provide high quality, effective and person centred support to staff, colleagues, residents, and participants. You’ll enjoy working as part of a team learning effective communication and build meaningful relationships with people from all backgrounds. You're someone who thrives in supporting your team to deliver excellence in service delivery, in which they feel empowered to perform within their roles. You are confident in supporting with service level enquiries and giving advice on matters from employment queries to resident/participant related questions. Most importantly, you’ll be compassionate, supportive, and ready to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide high quality support and line management to staff.</li>
<li>Lead and manage employees, including task delegation, caseload distribution and day to day oversight.</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager with the daily running of the service</li>
<li>Oversee and undertake regular audits of service delivery to ensure it meets contractual, legislative, and performance requirements.</li>
<li>Provide emergency on call service when and where required in case of any emergencies and to ensure staffing levels are adequate.</li>
<li>Support residents and participants to take control of their lives by creating a positive, enabling environment. Offer advice, information, and guidance.</li>
<li>Being an active team member, take part in support sessions, and help run workshops or attend local events as needed.</li>
<li>Financial Management including budgets, cost control, and general financial management.</li>
<li>Deliver a service working in partnership with other voluntary and statutory agencies.</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;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.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Leadership | Team Management | Line Management | Service Delivery | Risk Management | Operational Support | Staff Supervision | Person Centred Care | Homelessness Support | Complex Needs | Mental Health | Substance Use | Alcohol Dependency | Recovery | Independence | Housing Management | Property Maintenance | Financial Management | Budget Oversight | Contract Compliance | Quality Assurance | Policy Implementation | 24 Hour Service | Crisis Response | Communication | Staff Training | Performance Monitoring | Resident Support |&nbsp;

Deputy Service Manager

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5129/Team_Manager_CSST_JD_PS_Sept_25.pdf" target="_blank">Team_Manager_CSST_JD_PS_Sept_25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/5130/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
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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 are seeking an experienced manager with a minimum of four years' supervisory experience in children’s social care, including working with and managing services for children with disabilities, to join our Children’s Specialist Support Team and help make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FSBqihNKEzBo&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLouise.Fallows%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841906107475%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=jMBLmBji%2F7lCDcOUqvhiXV7Q8zVa1yH17ZspFZrSFEc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">at our team's video</a>
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You will need to be a registered Social Worker with Social Work England and have significant post qualifying experience working with children and families in the statutory sector.
You will deputise when required for the Head of Service and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values.
You will have direct line management responsibility for Assistant Team Managers, Social Workers, including newly qualified Social Workers, students and support staff. You will provide strong leadership by fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment, promoting high professional standards, and guiding and motivating team members to achieve their goals.
Working alongside your Assistant Team Managers, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, offering supervision and support to Social Workers in managing their caseloads. You will step in where necessary to ensure appropriate plans are in place and that needs-led services and interventions are provided to children and families.
You will be able to build effective relationships, demonstrating strong assessment and analytical skills, planning and intervention, and work effectively as part of a management team.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled team working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focus on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do.&nbsp; We provide a range of services for children with additional needs and those who are assessed to have additional vulnerabilities. This includes the council’s statutory responsibilities for disabled Children in Need in the community (including care packages and short breaks).
The team is comprised of different disciplines and service areas covering a wide breadth of work with children with disabilities, occupational therapy, short breaks (including Larchwood, our short break respite unit), taking a child first and social model approach to disability.&nbsp; Partnership and collaborative working is the key to our success.
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://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLouise.Fallows%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C85795aa8149a44ea7c1d08ddf208d2eb%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638932841906130765%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=zkJK%2BCu8dlf%2Fjl4cJvxkusOXL8So1MF4%2B4nYWC8tFU0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To manage the delivery and performance of the Children’s Specialist Support Team, including retention and recruitment; workload allocation and management; induction; supervision and development of staff; disciplinary and capability performance management and succession planning.</li>
<li>To lead within a secure base model and to support and encourage a culture where good social work practice can flourish. Providing a secure physical and psychological base from which to work safely and effectively thus reducing the risk of harm to children and increase and improve their long-term outcomes.</li>
<li>To ensure the provision of statutory functions are discharged effectively with the specific aim of reducing immediate and emerging risk and escalating the needs of the children to provide the best possible opportunities for all ages and stages of life.</li>
<li>To promote and support the council’s policies and procedures for safeguarding, ensuring children are at the centre of all decisions, and the social model of disability is respected in all work.</li>
<li>To ensure arrangements for regular engagement andparticipation with children and young people and parents and carers, by all staff within the service, and to lead on investigations and response to complaints from service users, relatives and carers.</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 undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships, ensuring a positive working culture within the team, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including chairing reviews, planning meetings, strategy discussions and other professional and network meetings.</li>
<li>Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* 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.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>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;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>&nbsp;Interview date...</h3>
Interviews will be held on Monday 13th October&nbsp;2025.
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;
Lou Richer - Head of Service, Specialist Family Safeguarding :&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Lou.Richer@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lou.Richer@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Helen Gore - Principal Social Worker :&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
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.
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;

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Grade 4- £31,611-£33,987pa&nbsp; As a valued member of our dedicated team, you will play a key role in delivering personalised, meaningful activities for adults with learning disabilities. Your work will be guided by individual support plans, with the overarching aim of enhancing each person’s day: •Health and wellbeing •Employability and life skills •Social inclusion and community engagement •Independence and confidence You will also provide respectful and dignified support with personal care, tailored to each individual’s needs. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Stephen.Denham@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Denham@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 22/10/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770 &nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Day Opportunities Officer

Job Title: Short Breaks Manager Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Welwyn Garden City Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>St Michael’s House is a CQC registered 12 bedded short break and enablement service, offering support to adults with physical, neurological and learning disabilities.The ethos of the service is to enable people to have an enjoyable and varied stay whilst supporting and promoting their independence. People choose to come and stay for many reasons, including to have a break from their day-to-day routine, to give their main carer a break, or in emergency situations. We take referrals from the whole of the county and hospital teams.We are currently looking to offer this opportunity to a person who has some managerial experience and wants to further their career in a dynamic setting. The manager is required to oversee the operational management of this service and collaboratively better the lives of the people we support. As the service manager, you will be required to register with the Care Quality Commission, be accountable for ensuring the safe and effective delivery of the service and will be responsible for meeting required standards of staffing, in accordance with the Health &amp; Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>To manage support for adults with disabilities whilst taking responsibility for all practice and ongoing support planning, ensuring all staff are aware of and meet the requirements of the Care Quality Commission.</li><li>Lead effective communication and liaison with Social Work Teams, Community Learning Disability Teams (CLDT), Health Professionals, Brokerage team, other service managers, and transition teams working with young adults.</li><li>Build positive relationships with people utilising the service, their families and carers.</li><li>Developing and empowering staff to support adults with disabilities, of which, some are extremely complex.</li><li>You will monitor staff performance, provide support, recognise talent, and implement appropriate individual career and development plans.</li><li>Responsible for advising on and developing policies, procedures, and operational systems to reflect the aims and objectives of the service.</li><li>Responsible for personnel and employee relations, including grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures. Responsibility for the recruitment and induction of all staff in line with the General Social Work Council Code of Practice and Care Standards Act 2000.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>RQF (Formerly QCF) Level 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li><li>Full driving license</li><li>Managerial experience in a social care setting</li><li>Experience of working within regulatory body frameworks ie CQC or PAMMS</li><li>Experience working with adults with disabilities</li><li>Experience with grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures</li><li>Experience with recruitment</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Karen Matthews, Group Manager on 07812 323049 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 15 October 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Assistant Support Worker - Napier Close (£24,570)Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? We are looking for caring and enthusiastic Assistant Support Worker’sto join our dedicated team at Napier Close, a supported living service for individuals with learning disabilities in Hitchin.Napier Close is a purpose-built block of 15 supported living, self-contained 1-bedroom flats with a lounge, kitchen and wet room/walk-in shower. There is an office with a communal lounge and kitchen.What You will Do:As an Assistant Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping individuals live as independently as possible. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Aid with the daily administration of medication</li>
<li>Encouraging life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and budgeting</li>
<li>Organising trips to local amenities</li>
<li>Promoting independence and helping residents achieve their personal goals</li>
<li>Following tailored support plans and risk assessments to ensure safety and wellbeing</li>
</ul>Shifts are as follows (sleep-ins are required once or twice a week):<ul>
<li>3pm - 11pm + sleep-in (11pm - 8am) + 8am - 4pm</li>
<li>10am - 6pm</li>
<li>11am - 7pm</li>
</ul>As an Assistant Support Worker you will;<ul>
<li>Provide appropriate support to service users who are living in their own homes or in a supported housing setting to enable them to support their aspirations and maximise their independence.</li>
<li>Promote life skills such as shopping, managing budgets and supporting with domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning.</li>
<li>Build long lasting support relationships with people who will benefit from you "being the difference".</li>
<li>Follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a service that meets each individual’s needs.</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
</ul>It is essential that you have a Full UK Driving Licence, access to a car, and are happy to do sleep-ins (minimum one per week).Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata), including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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We have a fantastic opportunity available for a SEND Casework Practitioner to join our friendly SEND team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a permanent, part time basis.&nbsp;
As a SEND Casework Practitioner, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of Education Health and Care Plans from initial application and assessment through to the annual review process. The SEND Casework Practitioner will work with families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a highly person-centred relational approach, and coordinate service provision across education, health and care to ensure a holistic delivery of plans for individual children and families.&nbsp;
For further information about our service including our SEND Local Offer, please visit the link -&nbsp;<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wokingham.gov.uk%2Fchildren-families-and-young-people%2Fsend-local-offer&amp;data=05%7C02%7CMathilda.Barker%40wokingham.gov.uk%7Ca3a3f3dd38494269a0c608dd9233e6bb%7C996ee15c0b3e4a6f8e65120a9a51821a%7C0%7C0%7C638827473810963579%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=53bfE5VaBujGeVswn9DLEnzaxL5MtcE6uOaBjSsYPIo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.wokingham.gov.uk/children-families-and-young-people/send-local-offer</a>
Why Wokingham?
In the past 18 months, our area SEND system has been strengthened and the ways we deliver our services have been transformed to better meet children’s needs.
Continuously improving children and young people’s outcomes are at the heart of what we do.&nbsp; To support this, we continue to invest in our SEND Service to increase capacity, training and career development opportunities to promote closer partnership working with children, young people and their families.
&nbsp;We have already recruited a number of new Officers to our SEND Service in January 2025, and it has never been a better time to join us and to be part of future successful story of Wokingham Borough Council’s ambitious SEND services.
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 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata for Part Time)
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ 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!
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Contribute to the continuing improvement of the SEND Service for pupil and their families, promoting the Local Authority’s values and working in collaboration with rest of the SEND Service.</li>
<li>To work collaboratively with families, schools and other key partner agencies for individual children and young people with SEND to ensure they are educated and are in receipt of appropriate provision that is in line with their holistic needs.</li>
<li>Working closely with and facilitating engagement with educational settings and relevant practitioners to support, advise and monitor the local offer and to work with schools on individual cases as needed.</li>
<li>Managing a case load of children and young people with SEND; acting as a key point of contact. This includes engagement with families, children, young people, schools, colleges and other partners where a statutory assessment request has been made. Or responding to change in circumstances.</li>
<li>The role holder should undertake their work with due regard to the equitable use of resources and to drive the sustainability of services financially, underpinning the improvement of the SEND Service through their individual practice and supporting the development of others.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The role holder will prioritise the statutory processes for vulnerable children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans, ensuring appropriate provision is identified without delays.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of SEN legislation and procedures, includingknowledge of legislation in relation to SEN i.e. Children’s Act, Code of Practice, DDA, etc.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of working with children and/or families with SEN.</li>
<li>Experience of managing complex casework which includes a need for mediation or conflict resolution in an educational environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>The ability to write detailed and complex reports independently utilising information provided by both internal and external colleagues&nbsp;</li>
<li>Good IT skills, including word processing skills in Microsoft Office, and in database systems&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ability to travel to a variety of locations in borough to develop relations with educational settings and attend training to key stakeholders.&nbsp;&nbsp;</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.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has 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’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion about the role please contact our team via email: <a href="mailto:sam.philo@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sam.philo@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:jamie.conran@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamie.conran@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 19th October 2025, 11pm
Interview date:&nbsp;TBC
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.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.
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.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

SEND Casework Practitioner

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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.



An exciting opportunity is now available within Wokingham Borough Council's Integrated Early Help Service as we look to recruit a part time (18.5 hours per week), temporary Early Help Worker to work within our busy team for 6 months.
As an Early Help Worker, you will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children aged from pre-birth to 18 years. You will manage a defined caseload and work with children, young people, and their families to reduce risks associated with poor outcomes for children. As a lead professional, you will complete 'whole family' Early Help Assessments to gain an understanding of the children's and family's needs and develop a time-limited action plan to help the family achieve identified outcomes. This includes ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard and modelling positive parenting and co-parenting.
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 28 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time staff, rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ 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!
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Working closely with other support services, including Children's Social Care, Schools, Early Years, Health, and Domestic Abuse services to coordinate wrap around, strength-based support for families.</li>
<li>Taking a lead professional role in organising and chairing 'Team Around the Family' meetings to ensure plans are effective and families are making progress with healthy change and increase resilience</li>
<li>To work closely with other professionals, including Early Years, schools and colleges, health and the voluntary sector to support joined up working and encourage sustainable change and ongoing support for families.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with children (0 to 18yrs) and families.</li>
<li>Experience of managing a caseload of families with complex needs.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, be creative, resilient, and adaptable to change.</li>
<li>Essential to the work is a personal robustness to be able to cope with the demands of the role and an ethos of partnership and collaboration.</li>
<li>Daily use of a car and a full driving licence is also essential for this post.</li>
</ul>
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 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.
Apply:
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!&nbsp;
Closing Date: Sunday 28th September 2025, 11pm
Interviews will take place the week beginning Monday 6th October 2025. &nbsp;
Alternatively, for an informal conversation about the role, please contact Heidi Stevenson at <a href="mailto:heidi.stevenson@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">heidi.stevenson@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&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.
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.
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.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. 
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Early Help Worker - 6 month FTC

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Female Assistant Support Worker - AriadniPart-time - 37.5 hours per week (£24,570pa)Join us atAriadni, a warm and welcoming 5-bedroom supported living service where we support adults with learning disabilities and social care needs. Our dedicated team provides 24-hour, person-centred care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.We are looking for a compassionate, confident, and capable Assistant Support Worker to become part of our close-knit team. In this rewarding role, you will help with personal care, medication, health appointments, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and community engagement. You will also be a calm and reliable presence in emergency situations, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those we support.About YouNo previous experience in care? No problem! We provide a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.We are looking for people who are:<ul>
<li>
Passionate, with a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference</li>
<li>Able to communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, able to work day shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred support
</li>
</ul>Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570pa for a 37.5 hour per week contract</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Please apply online via the link provided.
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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where your skills and ideas are valued? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Our Wokingham Helping Early service is developing—and we’re looking for a&nbsp;motivated and experienced Senior Parenting Worker&nbsp;to join our evolving service. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality and evidence-based parenting support within our borough.
This role is available on a 12-month, fixed term contract.
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 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to 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 co-ordinate and facilitate parenting support programmes, including in-person, face to face and online.</li>
<li>To undertake assessments to assess the suitatbility for parents to attend a relevant parenting course</li>
<li>To promote termly groups to colleagues and partners</li>
<li>To attend supervision with the Assistant Team Manager, team meetings and training sessions, as per the requirements of your role</li>
<li>To supervise the Parenting Worker, ensuring that they are delivering high quality assessments and parenting programme activity.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Relevant childcare qualification at NVQ Level 3 or above</li>
<li>Brings energy, creativity and a systemic approach to their work</li>
<li>At least 2 years experience of delivering evidences parenting groups and one to one families with children aged 1-16 years old</li>
<li>Strong organisational and analytical skills, with experience in report writing, and using data to inform service delivery</li>
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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 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.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Beccy Franklin at <a href="mailto:beccy.franklin@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">beccy.franklin@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Jackelyn Dance at <a href="mailto:jackelyn.dance@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">jackelyn.dance@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025, 11pm
Interview date: 7th and 8th October 2025, time 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.
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.
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.
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.&nbsp;
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. 
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Senior Parenting Worker

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Please apply online via the link provided.



Residential Support Worker
West London
£32,070– £33,987 plus 2 weekend Increments of £930 per annum and sleep-in allowances paid in addition when occurring
Permanent, Full - time, 36 hours per week; shifts working with a combination of earlies &amp; lates including working alternative weekends.
About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”.&nbsp; It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
<a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits.&nbsp; Read more about these here.</a>
About The Role
Department: Early Intervention and Special Needs Education
Section: Westbrook Short Breaks Unit
We are excited to advertise for one Residential Support Worker positions to join our committed and highly valued staff team.
The main role is to work as Residential Support Worker rostered rota that reflects the needs of the service, or as required by the Assistant Managers and Registered unit manager. To assist in the day to day running of the Unit, to provide a comprehensive range of services to children and young people with physical or learning disabilities and their families / carers with aim to offer and maximise life opportunities and experiences.
To follow practices that comply with policies and procedures set by the Department and Unit, including standards and requirements set by the Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, National Minimum Standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
To work as part of a team to provide a high standard of care that meets the needs of children and young people being Looked After, or being provided short breaks services. To work within a framework which safeguards and promotes their well-being.
To follow an assessment framework that encompasses implementation of a care planning and risk assessment structure, which will consider all the physical, psychological, emotional, health, behavioural and independent or dependent needs of children and young people with a disability.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
Westbrook Short Breaks and Resource Unit provide high quality short breaks and flexible support services through a range of measures, in order to support disabled children and young people to live within their family and community within the London Borough of Hounslow.
The Service aims to provide a safe nurturing environment for disabled children and young people, based on the premise that their needs and welfare are paramount and should be met on an individual basis.
Our over-arching ethos is to provide a service that recognises children’s rights, promotes opportunity, and provides stimulating, creative and varied environments which are conducive to promoting individual development and maximising quality of life and independence.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Ensure effective safeguarding and well-being of Children &amp; Young people are paramount during daily practice.</li>
<li>Actively promote individuals’ rights, obtain and document the views of the Child with the sole aim towards a person-centred and holistic approach to their care.</li>
<li>To work positively with colleagues in the team and across the organisation to ensure consistent best practice.</li>
<li>At all times respects confidentiality and the dignity of others.</li>
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Your Skills:
<ul>
<li>Ability to write clear and concise reports and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and other professionals.</li>
<li>Ability to utilise a range of techniques to communicate with children and young people given the level of their needs.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake key working responsibilities and have knowledge in devising, implementing &amp; reviewing care plans / training programmes, completing risk assessments with particular regard to young people's skills and abilities with a focus to maximise life opportunities.</li>
<li>Knowledge in understanding the care and developmental needs of children and young people with learning or physical disabilities.</li>
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Essential for the Role
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with children and young people in a residential setting, childcare setting, and teaching or youth work capacity.</li>
<li>NVQ Level 3 in Social Care with Children (As of April 2012 Workforce Diploma Level 3 in Residential Child care) or equivalent is essential for this post, therefore, you will be required to hold this qualification on appointment or be committed to working towards achieving this qualification within 12 months of commencement in post.</li>
<li>Sound knowledge of the relevant Legislations in relation to working within a Children’s short break Unit; such as The Children’s Home Regulations 2015, The Children Act 1989, National Minimum Standards, Care Standards Act 2000 and Ofsted legislation.</li>
<li>An enhanced DBS is required for this role.</li>
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This post is considered by the authority to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the employee specification.
About You
If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge in understanding the care and developmental needs of children and young people with learning or physical disabilities, emotional and behavioural difficulties and sensory impairment needs.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake responsibility for ensuring departmental policies and statutory regulations are observed. To work within the Department's safeguarding policy with the sole aim that the safeguarding and protection of children and young people are paramount.</li>
<li>The ability to record, report and disseminate significant information to the relevant professionals within the department to ensure the safeguarding and well-being of the children and young people in our care. Ability to write clear and concise reports and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and other professionals.</li>
<li>Ability to undertake key working responsibilities and have knowledge in devising, implementing &amp; reviewing care plans / training programmes, evidencing outcomes, completing risk assessments with particular regard to young people's skills and abilities with a focus to maximise life opportunities.</li>
<li>At all times respect the confidentiality and the dignity of others.</li>
</ul>
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Manish.Jheelan@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Manish.Jheelan@hounslow.gov.uk</a> 
Telephone: 020 8583 6570
CV via email will NOT be considered.
No sponsorship.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date – 27th September 2025
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 7th &amp; Friday 10th October 2025 from 9am-5pm. Interview slots to book will be available after closing date. Please do check your email frequently.

London Borough of Hounslow

Residential Support Worker

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An Exciting Opportunity…
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.
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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.
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The Post
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The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, and this role of&nbsp;Prevention Coordinator will be at the heart of that transformation, supporting the Service Reform and Strategy Directorate to deliver on key responsibilities and ambitions set out in the Borough Plan and the organisation’s change programme. This includes shaping and influencing the development of preventative approaches across Adult Social Care (ASC) and the Council.
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The Person
You will have a good understanding of Brent inhouse structures and processes to help further develop our prevention offer and demonstrate the impact of prevention services.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
<ul>
<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
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Closing date: 23 September 2025 (23:59)

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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.

 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>.
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Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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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>recruitment@brent.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Prevention Coordinator

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Are you looking for the next step in you Occupational Therapist career?
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.
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.
The Post
We are looking for Deputy Team Manager Occupational Therapist for Brent’s Reablement Team which is&nbsp;an integrated service combining the fast-paced response to Pathway 1 Home First discharges and the delivery of reablement and social care services in a short term response team set up. The team’s ethos is about promoting and enabling independence and we have good working relationships with our partners and colleagues in the hubs and intermediate care.&nbsp;
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist, who have experience of working with adults with physical disabilities and older people to take an active role with day to day running of the Team in providing specialist advice, guidance, support and supervision to qualified and non-qualified social care and OT staff working within the team. Also the opportunity to develop the team services and role in delivering the Integrated Care Partnership.&nbsp;
Brent Adult Social Care is committed to an organisational culture that invests and empowers its staff to take ownership and accountability to enable staff to provide excellent services to residents to help keep them safe in the community. Person centred services are aimed at maximising independence through building resilience and empowerment to enable people to manage their care and be independent.
The Person
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive and Multi-disciplinary team comprising of Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Care Assessors and OT assistants providing Reablement to clients in their own homes. The successful candidates will have key roles in developing:
Improved pathways with the existing community social care and intermediate care services as part of the Integrated Care Partnership with our Acute and Community NHS provider Trusts and 3rd Sector organisations
Working with Brent’s Adult Social Care brokerage team on training of new Reablement Home Care providers.&nbsp;
Staff development and training for team members as an integral role in the retention and upskilling of the workforce in Adult Social Care.&nbsp;
The successful candidates will ideally have post graduate experience in Social Care and or Intermediate Care, have experience of supervising staff and or students in the work place and of working with Home Care providers and/or Reablement providers.
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
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<li>A £5000 ‘golden hello’ for DTM OTs 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>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
</ul>
Closing Date: 5 October 2025 (23:59) &nbsp;
Additional Information&nbsp; &nbsp;
To Be Updated By Recruitment Team

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.
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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;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &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>

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