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We have fantastic opportunity available for a Residential Children’s Home Assistant Manager to join our brand-new, multi-building Residential Children’s Homes within the borough.
As the Assistant Manager, you will play an active role in the day-to-day operation and provide key support to the Residential Homes Manager in their responsibilities for the effective management of the residential children’s homes. You will support the provision of a professional, child centred service, ensuring its accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, codes of practice, policy, and procedures.
Wokingham Borough Council’saim is to enable our most vulnerable children and young people in care to live close to the things they hold dear – close to family, friends, community, and those who care for them most. This service comprises a multi-building children’s home including a 4-bedroom Emotional Behaviour Disorder/Difficulties (EBD) home and the addition of a smaller Complex home.
These homes will enable more children with complex needs to remain in or return to Wokingham and to avoid the use of unregistered placements and children living away from their communities and networks.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays&nbsp;
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme&nbsp;
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline&nbsp;
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts&nbsp;
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)&nbsp;
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes&nbsp;
⭐ And much more! &nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Support the Homes Manager to ensure that the service meet its statutory responsibility and is compliant with the Children’s Homes Regulations (2015).</li>
<li>Assist in the development of a professional team that performs to the highest standards, ensuring effective supervision, staff development and training.</li>
<li>Support the Homes Manager to exceed expectations at Inspection and Regulation 44 visits in terms of delivering positive outcomes for young people.</li>
<li>Work openly with Quality Assurance to ensure good safeguarding standards and high-quality information recording are maintained.</li>
<li>Line management for 8/9 members of staff over a working week, including 2 Senior Support workers, 4/5 Support workers and 1/2 Waking night staff.</li>
<li>Take immediate management action when the welfare or safety of children or young people is as risk.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Hold a professional qualification in Level 3 Residential Childcare or equivalent.</li>
<li>Extensive professional work experience in a management position in a children’s residential setting.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Children Act 1989 &amp; CH regulations and good standards of practice.</li>
<li>Demonstrate experience of working effectively with children, parents, colleagues, and partner agencies.</li>
</ul>
Our Area:&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.&nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.&nbsp;
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!&nbsp;
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact:
Holli Blackburn (Responsible Individual for Residencial Children's Homes) <a href="mailto:Holli.Blackburn@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Holli.Blackburn@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Victoria Wallace (Interim Residential Children’s Homes Manager) <a href="mailto:Victoria.Wallace@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.Wallace@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Alix Williams (Recruitment &amp; Retention, Children's Services) <a href="mailto:Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alix.Williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Sunday 24th August 2025, 11pm
Interview date:&nbsp; TBC&nbsp;
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Assistant Manager - Residential Children's Homes

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At Larchwood we provide short break overnight respite care for children and young people with severe and complex needs.&nbsp;
<h3>About you...</h3>
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated person to join our team as a Waking Night Children's Residential Care and Support Worker. You will be enthusiastic about providing the highest quality of care and support to our children and young people. &nbsp;
This is a waking night role: one night per week plus 2 additional nights per month.&nbsp; The hours are 21:00 to 09:00.&nbsp; There will be an opportunity to pick up extra shifts, covering annual leave and sickness.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.
The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. Staff strive for excellence and ensure that the care provided is responsive to the children/young people’s views, wishes, and feelings.
Our team offer high levels of support through monthly supervisions and fortnightly team meetings.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To participate in the delivery of a range of short break opportunities including tea visits, overnight stays and weekend play sessions.</li>
<li>To meet the night time needs of the children and young people, including but not limited to manual handling and medical requirements consistent with training received.</li>
<li>To ensure the safety and welfare of the children/young people are maintained throughout the night. Ensuring that children and young people are safeguarded from abuse.</li>
<li>To promote children and young people’s independence and communication needs.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
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;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 29th July 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?</h3>
For an informal discusson or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Clare Turner, Larchwood Manager
Tel.: 01344 452315
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
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

Bracknell Forest Council

Waking Nights Children's Residential Care and Support Worker (part time 1 night p/w, plus 2 p/m)

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Social Care Practitioner to join our dynamic Adult Social Care team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full-Time, 12-month fixed term contract.
As a Social Care Practitioner, you will work under the supervision of a registered practitioner to undertake direct work with individuals and their carers. You will use a strength-based approach to maximise individual’s abilities to live independently as possible and remain safe in their community.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and supporting individuals in need, ensuring they lead fulfilling and independent lives. Part of this role will include supporting carers to continue in their caring role for as long as they are willing and able to do so.
We are currently seeking a compassionate, dedicated and proactive Social Care Practitioner to join us.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service, plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>To work with customers and their carer’s using a strength-based approach to provide tailored advice information and signposting to help them remain as independent as possible and live safely in the community.</li>
<li>To identify and implement appropriate prevention plans that will avoid, reduce, or delay the need for formal long-term care.</li>
<li>To accept referrals for adult social care, complete assessments, create and implement support plans in line with legislation, statutory guidance, local policy and procedure and as necessary.</li>
<li>To identify and raise safeguarding concerns as required and contribute to development and implementation of protection plans which maintain the individual’s safety within the multi-agency safeguarding adults’ procedures.</li>
<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged. To provide or arrange advocacy as required ensuring that the voices of service users are heard, and application of positive risk-taking framework as required.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements: 
<ul>
<li>Competent level of IT skills and ability to learn and use adult social care recording system</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills – including ability to engage with individuals with a diverse range of communication needs</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and maintain professional composure</li>
<li>Ability to relate to individuals from a diverse range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds</li>
<li>Awareness of the impact of ill health, disability, social disadvantage, and poverty has on and individuals’ wellbeing</li>
<li>Awareness of the impact of caring has on carers and their choice and control and wellbeing</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact&nbsp;Laura Gordon, Team Manager - <a href="mailto:laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: 10th August 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Social Care Practitioner - First Contact Team

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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. 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. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. 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 a 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. There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council/1928/key_benefits" target="_blank">here.</a>
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Rough Sleeping Team within our Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services. A team committed to reducing and preventing rough sleeping through a collaborative approach across housing, health, and social care. You will carry out proactive and assertive outreach and inreach work to reduce the incidence of rough sleeping in the borough, with the ultimate aim of ensuring that no one has to sleep rough in Hounslow.
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.
<ol>
<li>You will carry out proactive and assertive outreach, completing detailed holistic assessments.</li>
<li>You will be responsible for timely and accurate advice and support with the ultimate goal of having no-one sleeping rough in Hounslow. You will carry a caseload of clients with complex needs living on the streets and in a variety of accommodation settings.</li>
<li>You will work collaboratively with your colleagues and partner agencies to ensure that rough sleepers get the very best service and opportunities to support them off the streets into accommodation and not return to a street-based lifestyle.</li>
<li>Think creatively and take action to support those on the streets into bespoke accommodation options, including reconnection to areas outside Hounslow.</li>
<li>Develop, monitor and review personalised plans to achieve successful housing, health and social care preventative outcomes.</li>
<li>Proactively engage with and support those at risk of rough sleeping, preventing a return to the streets.</li>
</ol>
About You
<ol>
<li>You have extensive knowledge and experience of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>
<li>You have a good knowledge of the issues facing those sleeping rough alongside the challenges of persuading rough sleepers to accept offers of accommodation.</li>
<li>You have an excellent understanding of homelessness in the Borough and the council’s statutory duties in relation to homelessness, but you work creatively to implement bespoke solutions to achieve the ultimate goal of having no-one sleeping rough in Hounslow.</li>
<li>You have experience of multi-disciplinary working involving complex and diverse client groups and an understanding of complex legislative frameworks including homelessness, social care, mental health, immigration and welfare benefits.</li>
<li>You have great communication skills to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, negotiate and persuade.</li>
<li>You can quickly build trusting relationships with complex individuals in a detached street based and community environment.</li>
<li>You will be carrying out shift work including early mornings, late nights, weekends and Bank Holidays, always seeking to provide the highest levels of customer service to make the team the best it can be.</li>
<li>You have relevant work-based experience and engage in continuous professional development.</li>
<li>You are passionate about supporting vulnerable people to rebuild their lives and move away from street homelessness.</li>
<li>You have experience working with people facing multiple disadvantage and understand the importance of flexible, creative, and trauma-informed approaches.</li>
<li>You are looking to join a forward-thinking and progressive housing department that values innovation and collaboration.</li>
<li>You are confident working in fast-paced environments, juggling competing demands, and staying focused on delivering positive outcomes.</li>
</ol>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>You bring relevant work-based experience and are committed to ongoing professional development.</li>
<li>You are able to travel independently across the Borough and hold a full UK driving licence.</li>
</ul>
Essential for The Role:
·&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
If the points above resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact
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:Pauline.Jones@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pauline.Jones@hounslow.gov.uk</a>
To apply for this role, please click on the apply link above.
Interviews for this job will be held during July 2025.
Closing date is 17th July 2025

London Borough of Hounslow

Rough Sleeper Outreach and Sustainment Officer

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8295/Emergency_Duty_Service_Head_of_Service_-_JD_PS_July_25.pdf" target="_blank">Emergency_Duty_Service_Head_of_Service_-_JD_PS_July_25</a></li>
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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



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

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

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0075/8135/Wellbeing_Daycare__Co-ordinator_role_profile.pdf" target="_blank">Wellbeing_Daycare__Co-ordinator_role_profile</a></li>
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We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and friendly individual to join our Wellbeing team at the Community and Wellbeing Centre. You will lead on supporting the team of Wellbeing assistants whilst engaging with the members and being creative with activities.
The focus of this role is to encourage independent living, whilst planning and undertaking administrative duties and reporting on general building maintenance. You will also take part in assessments of clients alongside other Wellbeing Coordinators.
The ideal candidate will need to have a background in working with older people.&nbsp; You will need be organised, able to work independently and manage your time well to ensure you are able to meet the needs of the members.&nbsp; You will need to have excellent verbal, written, communication and people skills along with IT experience with Word/Excel/Databases.
You will be expected to deliver a person-centred approach to our members. You will be core to the daily delivery of our services to our members.
If you would like to make a positive impact within our Community and Wellbeing Centre and to be part of a professional and committed team then this role may be for you. We look forward to receiving your application.
For further details please contact Katie Charman on 01372 732484.
Closing date :&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;31 July 2025
Interviews/ assessments:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 04 August 2025

Wellbeing Daycare Co-ordinator

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We have an exciting opportunity for a
 Principal Social Worker (PSW) to join the Adult Social Care team
 at Reading Borough Council. In this pivotal role, you will lead
 the delivery of high-quality social care, ensuring the best
 outcomes for individuals through strengths-based
 assessments. 
 
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as
 diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading
 Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is
 committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people
 with disabilities. 
 
We support hybrid working, it's important to us that working
 arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and
 within this role you'll have the opportunity to work in a way
 that suits your lifestyle with a mixture of home working and
 access to an office based in the centre of Reading. 
 
About the Role:
We are looking for an inspirational,
 innovative anddedicated leader with significant knowledge and
 expertise in the practice and delivery of social work for adults.
 As the Principal Social Worker, you will have a strong commitment
 to supporting the life that matter to you - Reading's Adult
 Social Cares vision. At Reading we strive for excellence, we have
 an ambitious experienced leadership team who value the critical
 role of the Principal Social Worker.
As our Principal Social Worker you will
 provide leadership and professional support to social workers and
 be responsible for the development ofsocial work practice and
 practice systems, promoting best practice which positively
 supportspractitioners and the Council to meet the needs of people
 who draw on care and support in Reading. 
 
You will work closely with senior leaders, frontline teams, and
 key stakeholders to develop policy, improve standards, and
 support social workers in their professional
 development. 
 
Key areas of the role are ensuring best practice, scrutiny and
 assurance, reporting to the Deputy Director, as well as meeting
 regularly with the Executive Director for Communities and Adult
 Social Care.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will
 need:
<ul>
<li>A Social Work England registration and a
 recognised Social Work qualification.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in Adult Social
 Care, with a strong track record in leadership and practice
 improvement.</li>
<li>Excellent knowledge of relevant
 legislation, policy, and best practice in social work.</li>
<li>Strong influencing, communication, and
 partnership-working skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to embedding
 strengths-based, person-centred practice to achieve positive
 outcomes.</li>
</ul>
 
We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will
 have access to our Learning and Development programme and be
 supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities
 to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build
 your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending
 your skills and supporting you to grow as a Social
 Worker. 
 
As well as the colleagues that you work
 closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading,
 playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and
 vibrant place. 
 
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a
 great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the
 benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we
 will achieve this: 
 
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which
 ensures that all employees across the organisation work together
 to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in
 which resources are used efficiently and employees skills are
 developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence
 and inspire and support others to reach their potential
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a
 culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is
 welcomed as an opportunity
 
Our offer 
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career
 with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and
 ambition is strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for
 that working in our friendly and collaborative
 environment. 
 
A competitive salary alongside a range of
 benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days
 holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after
 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick
 pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and
 learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme
 (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual
 salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery)
 rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to
 help lower the cost of your nursery fees</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with
 the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme
 allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.
 The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional
 Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your
 retirement</li>
</ul>
 
If you would like to find out more about
 this role and the team please contact Jo Purser (Deputy Director
 - Safeguarding, Quality &amp; Practice) <a href="mailto:Jo.purser@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jo.purser@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; 
 
Closing date: Sunday 3rd August 2025 
Interview date: Friday 15th August 2025 
 
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve
 the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of
 applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised
 that you complete and return your application as soon as possible
 to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care

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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Brookways School in Sutton. Due to our expanding therapeutic provision, we are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychotherapist. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our pupils, developing tailored care plans, and utilising effective communication skills to foster a supportive therapeutic environment.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Conduct thorough assessments of pupils' mental health needs and develop comprehensive care plans.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with the onsite therapy team.</li>
<li>Provide individual and group therapy sessions, employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support for our pupils.</li>
<li>Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.</li>
<li>Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in psychotherapy.</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling is essential.</li>
<li>Professional membership with a recognised body (e.g. UKCP or BACP)</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with pupils from diverse backgrounds.</li>
<li>Familiarity with developing care plans and utilising IT systems is advantageous.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a commitment to promoting mental well-being are crucial for success in this position.</li>
<li>Proficiency in IT systems for documentation.</li>
</ul>
Why work for us?
<ul>
<li>Supportive and friendly school community with an embedded therapy team onsite.
</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Brookways school is an independent specialist day school in Sutton, for children and young people aged between 7 and 17.
Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to autistic children and young people. Many of our young people have associated needs such as ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.
Brookways school is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-17 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Kedleston Group

Clinical Psychologist

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



Brighter Futures for Children

Assistant Home Manager – Cressingham

About us
Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service. 
We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help &amp; prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools. 
Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.
 About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Cressingham Residential Children’s Home. 
Cressingham is an expanding and thriving short break service offering overnight support, independence clubs, and after school visits to children and young people aged 8-18 years with complex needs and learning disabilities. We provide a home from home setting where children can make friends and feel safe. 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable and growing Children’s Services provider and to work in a home rated Outstanding by Ofsted! 
This position would suit someone who is currently working as a Team Leader or Deputy Manager in a Children's Service with at least 18 months experience of leading a team and looking for career progression.
 Key areas of responsibility include:
<ul>
<li>Assist Registered Home Manager in delivering a specialist service (e.g. residential or short break) over a 24-hr period, to children and young people with profound and multiple learning/physical disabilities and sensory impairments, in accordance with legislative requirements.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Under the direction of the Registered Home Manager, give strong clear and informed leadership, supervision and general management to motivate a team of Residential Child Care Practitioners, enabling them to support and empower young people through high standards of professional practice.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>To support the team to provide positive outcomes for children/young people and their families.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Under the direction and in the absence of the Registered Home Manager, to take responsibility for the efficient and effective operation of the home, ensuring that all BFfC systems, policies and procedures are adhered to</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; Minimum Requirements for this role are:
<ul>
<li>Level 4 Diploma in childcare or equivalent professional qualification</li>
<li>An undertaking to complete a relevant management qualification</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Experience in residential or short break care services</li>
<li>
Experience of working in the area of disability</li>
<li>Experience working with Social Services and Families</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience of effective risk assessment and risk management</li>
<li>Experience of supervising and managing a direct line team</li>
<li>Experience of the legal and social care policy framework</li>
<li>Experience of quality performance and auditing systems</li>
</ul>
 For more information about the role, please read the job description and person specification.
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>
<li>Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)</li>
<li>Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Season train ticket loans</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>
<li>A range of local shopping discounts</li>
</ul>
Inclusion and Diversity
We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.
Asking for Adjustments
Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.
If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.
Closing date: 27th July 2025 Interview date: 6th August 2025
 We look forward to hearing from you!

Brighter Futures for Children

Assistant Home Manager

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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.



Children’s Residential Support Worker – Waking Night
Wokingham Borough Council has a range of fantastic opportunities for established, or aspiring Children’s Residential Support Worker’s to join our brand-new residential children’s home.
As a Children’s Residential Support Worker, you will be a crucial part of the team providing a professional, child-centered service in accordance with the relevant regulations, legislation, and policy and procedures.
You will take on the role of a corporate parent, ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people, and provide high-quality support to ensure the best outcomes.
We have a number or roles available, so we are interested in hearing from candidates who are experienced support workers with a children or young people background, as well as those who have the transferable skills and drive to make a positive difference in the lives of young people.
We can provide ongoing support and training, as well as the option to complete your QCF Level 3 once your probationary term is successfully completed.
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 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays (Pro Rata)
⭐ 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>To take on the role of a corporate parent, providing our children and young people with love and direction.</li>
<li>The ability to connect with and build meaningful relationships with children and young people who have had complex early lives.</li>
<li>To take immediate action when the welfare or safety of children or young people is at risk.</li>
<li>Delivery of high-quality support and guidance in order to promote the best outcomes possible for children in placement.</li>
<li>To be flexible and willing to support the smooth running of the home.</li>
<li>To be able to support children and young people to feel safe in their home and support their settling during the night.</li>
<li>To take pride in the environment that the children and young people live and support the home in always looking its best.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements
<ul>
<li>Professional qualification in (recognised and current) QCF Level 3 in Residential Childcare, or equivalent. Or willingness to work towards this within the statutory timescales.</li>
<li>The ability to engage with children and teenagers who have complex emotional needs.</li>
<li>2 years’ experience in Social Care is desirable.</li>
<li>Ability to work the required shift patterns including weekends, overnights, late shifts and bank holidays.</li>
</ul>
For an informal discussion, please contact Diana Reid - <a href="mailto:diana.reid@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">diana.reid@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Isabel Prinsloo - <a href="mailto:isabel.prinsloo@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">isabel.prinsloo@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 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.&nbsp;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

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