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Social Care Practitioner
We have an exciting opportunity available for a Social Care Practitioner to join our small, friendly and supportive Review Team (Adult Social Care) here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Social Care Practitioner, you will use a strength-based approach to maximise individual’s abilities to live as independently as possible and remain safe in their community. You will work under the supervision of a registered practitioner to undertake direct work with individuals and their carers.
Adult Social Care provides a range of interventions to adults who need extra support to stay healthy, play a part in their community and lead as fulfilling a life as possible.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop and advance to a Grade 6 once all progression criteria's have been met.
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;
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
⭐ 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)
⭐ Cycle to work schemes
⭐ Monthly Supervision
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
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<li>Manage your own diary and caseload to complete work in agreed time frames.</li>
<li>Complete strength-based reviews of care in line with our statutory duty.</li>
<li>Co-ordinate feedback from a range of sources, working with advocates where necessary.</li>
<li>Provide written reports and maintain day to day case recording.</li>
<li>Have good communication skills to engage with all our residents.</li>
<li>Work as part of a team.</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<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 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>Experience of working in a health or social care setting/ or in a customer facing role.</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 more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact Jen Daines via email <a href="mailto:jen.daines@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">jen.daines@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 28th September 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.
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.

Wokingham Borough Council

Social Care Practitioner - Review Team (Adult Social Care)

<h4>The Role</h4>Step into a Senior Role that Makes a Lasting ImpactAre you an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in shaping high-quality, person-centred care for adults in Southwark?This could be your perfect next move.We’re looking for Deputy Team Managers – also known as a Senior Social Workers – to join our Adult Social Work Services. This role offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to hold a meaningful, senior position while remaining close to frontline practice and the people we support.You’ll be a vital part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside skilled colleagues to support adults with physical disabilities, older people, adults with dementia, and carers. You’ll bring your expertise and leadership in practice to complex cases, support less experienced team members, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive culture.Why Join Southwark?We understand that more and more professionals are valuing the long-term benefits of permanent roles—like career stability, funded development and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people they support.At Southwark, we offer:<ul><li>a stable, secure role with clear pathways for progression</li><li>generous benefits, including annual leave and pension</li><li>funded training and CPD, including leadership programmes</li><li>flexible and hybrid working, plus the tools you need to thrive</li><li>strong professional support, including from our Principal Social Worker and OT</li></ul>Who We're Looking ForYou’ll be an experienced and confident social worker who is:<ul><li>a qualified and registered Social Worker.</li><li>experienced, with post-qualification training or equivalent expertise in a relevant field.</li><li>knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation</li><li>skilled in managing complex cases and safeguarding work</li><li>a strong communicator who supports colleagues and promotes best practice</li><li>committed to high standards of care and person-centred support</li><li>ready to step into a senior position within a supportive team</li></ul>Whether you're seeking greater responsibility or looking to deepen your impact without moving fully into management, this role provides the opportunity to grow while staying rooted in practice.To apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>.Please note: If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application would have already been considered as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept repeat applications during this period, and any new application submitted within this timeframe will not be progressed.This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2594671&amp;ptId=107561" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Deputy Team Manager - Adults

<h4>Our Vacancy</h4>Female Waking Nights Specialist Support Worker Hours: Waking nights – up to 4 shifts per fortnight Are you ready to make a difference in the quiet hours of the night?We’re looking for a Female Waking Nights Specialist Support Worker to join our Complex Needs Service, supporting young homeless women aged 18–25 (including care leavers and ex-offenders) who have high support needs.In this role, you’ll be safeguarding wellbeing, encouraging positive relationships, and supporting each resident’s journey towards independence, all while ensuring the safety, calm, and security of our service overnight.A Typical Night in the RoleYour shift will start with a handover from the day team before you prepare for the night ahead. You’ll carry out building checks to make sure the environment is safe, address tenancy issues like smoking or noise, and be available to respond to any emergencies. You may host activities like a film night to build community spirit, but you’ll also be prepared to de-escalate challenging situations, offer emotional support, and ensure all residents feel safe.What We’re Looking ForWe want to hear from candidates who can demonstrate, through their application, how they meet the following criteria:<ul><li>Background: Experience working with vulnerable young females (18–21 years) in social housing, education, or the charity sector, with a focus on development and personal growth.</li><li>Complex Needs: Professional experience of supporting people with complex needs, including homelessness, mental health, high-risk or high-harm behaviours, or high vulnerability.</li><li>Managing Challenging Behaviour &amp; Maintaining Professional Boundaries: Experience of working with young people who display challenging behaviour or conflict, while remaining approachable, engaging effectively, providing constructive support, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.</li><li>Safeguarding and Trauma-Informed Principles: Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed care.</li><li>IT Skills, Complex Casework &amp; Time Management: Good IT skills, demonstrable experience of managing a complex caseload, strong report writing skills, and effective time management. Must hold GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly options and discounts</li><li>4x salary life assurance</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Comprehensive training and development</li></ul>Important Information <ul><li>This role requires an enhanced DBS check.</li><li>This is an all-women’s service, therefore we are seeking female applicants only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1).</li><li>Your eligibility, you must be eligible to work in the UK and able to work the full contracted hours of 37.5 hours per week. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship, so we can only consider applications from candidates who meet both requirements.</li><li>If this sounds like the kind of meaningful work, you’d love to be part of, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role</li></ul>If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Talent Specialist Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a> Interviews will be In-Person on the 2 October 2025.We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.<h4>Attached documents:</h4><ul><li><a href="../jobV2/fdownload.php?j=5c83dac03fe0330a&amp;f=91bdf45e5e1e7487"> JD Waking Nights.pdf - Role Profile </a></li></ul>





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Peabody

Female Specialist Support Worker

Job Title: Duty Community Care Officer Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Join our dynamic, high performing &amp; friendly team at the forefront of Adult Social Care in Hertfordshire, where your passion and dedication can make a real difference through prevention, early intervention, and enablement.We are looking for a Duty Community Care Officer to join our busy Assessment Teams at Gateway South and West, in the Connected Lives Gateway Service.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Duty Community Care Officer, you will support the Team Managers with tasks related to people referred into the service.&nbsp; This will be ensuring good communication with people &amp; their families, their referrers and&nbsp; &nbsp;other partners involved with the person.You will follow up on planned interventions from staff after assessments and the cease of their involvement, such as progress chasing the delivery of specialist equipment and ensuring the equipment is installed and meeting their desired outcomes.You will hold strength-based conversations with adults or carers to understand their desired outcomes and explain how these can be met through the preventative and reablement pathway.This &nbsp;&nbsp;post includes &nbsp;a high proportion of &nbsp;telephone contact with adults and carers referred to the team, seeking consent and establishing their views and reasons for referrals, to help the triage of the Team Managers in &nbsp;planning proportionate responses, ensuring &nbsp;the safety and well-being of &nbsp;the adult or their carers based on reasons for our involvement, nature, risk and complexity of their needs or those of their carers.You will have knowledge of local resources, services and facilities and provide information, advice and signposting to prevent, delay or reduce care and support needs of adult or support needs of carers.You will resolve individuals' needs through a range of creative interventions and connect them with wider social networks and community resources to meet some of their desired outcomes immediately or organize personalized solutions by collaborating with various partners.Although you will be largely office based at Apsley, you may be asked to travel as part of the role to residents’ homes providing information, advice and support to prevent, reduce and delay their needs for care and support.Specialist training will be provided to assess functional abilities and utilise assisted technology and equipment-based solutions.This is a&nbsp;fast-paced team with clear solution focused short term involvements with a Reablement First focus.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Previous experience in a Social Care setting</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Strong telephone skills</li><li>A good standard of recording and ability to summarise findings</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 HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Boban Jose on <a href="mailto:boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">boban.jose1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or 07458 049353 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits 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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Hertfordshire County Council

Duty Community Care Officer

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We have a great opportunity for a Public Health Support Officer on a full time, fixed-term basis for 12 months.
(Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying).
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>
This is an exciting new opportunity for you to join our Bracknell Forest Council Public Health Team as a Public Health Support Officer (Tobacco Control and Stop Smoking).
As a Public Health Support Officer you will have experience engaging with a variety of stakeholders. You will develop relationships across local communities.
You will be analytical with the ability to problem solve, to assess public health data and develop evidence-based strategies for health improvement.
We are looking for a dynamic person who will support the development and delivery of effective strategic approaches to expand tobacco control initiatives, and deliver community engagement to encourage more people to stop smoking.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
We are a small, ambitious and dynamic Public Health Team who are passionate about public health and offer a diverse complement of experience and skills.
Bracknell Forest Council offers an ethos for effective partnership working; we work collaboratively with teams across the organisation and system.
We are highly adaptable and open to change, and our team feels motivated in their roles, seeing the real difference they make for local residents.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>Support the relevant Public Health Lead in the development and delivery of public health programmes and projects on the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCD) associated with tobacco use.</li>
<li>Strengthen community engagement, especially with vulnerable groups, to ensure tobacco control and stop-smoking programmes help reduce inequalities.</li>
<li>Work with the Public Health Lead to plan, develop, and deliver stop-smoking and tobacco control programmes, services, and projects in partnership with the local stop-smoking service and the Regional Tobacco Control Lead.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively to develop and implement community-wide health initiatives targeting NCD prevention and health equity.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Work with other team members in the development of the stop smoking needs assessment and engagement review.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<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>
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*(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 either 13 or 14th October 2025 tbc&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?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Tanvi Barreto, Public Health Principal
Tel.: 01344354321
Email: <a href="mailto:Tanvi.barreto@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tanvi.barreto@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
or
Alexander Wicking, &nbsp;Public Health Principal
Tel.: 01344 355360
Email: <a href="mailto:alexander.wicking@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">alexander.wicking@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.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Public Health Support Officer (Tobacco Control and Stop Smoking) (FTC for 12 months)

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Social Worker - Children in Care/ LAC £46,133- £57,194 (includes market supplement) Newham Dockside E16 2QU – Hybrid role Ongoing Recruitment Job Description JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive. We’re building a fairer Newham through investment, co-production and by continuously developing our 'Circles of Support' practice model; centring on systemic and restorative practice and a specialist support offer for our practitioners.&nbsp;Ofsted described Newham&nbsp;as having a positive&nbsp;culture of learning&nbsp;and development and we always try to develop talent in-house. We have promoted 37+ internal colleagues so far this year and have put more than 50 practitioners through further education since 2020. We value your development and at Newham career progression is a reality for many of our colleagues. We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB Social Work in Newham is underpinned by a culture of Systemic and Restorative practice with high quality relationships at the heart of our approach.&nbsp;Our Children in Care teams provide statutory services to children who are in our care and their families and support networks.&nbsp; Social Workers in Children in Care provide Circles of Support around children to ensure their happiness and safety when Council is acting in its role as a corporate parent - working restoratively and using systemic tools and ideas and drive the development of a team culture where good practice can flourish to the benefit of all. Working as a Children in Care Social Worker at Newham provides a unique development opportunity as the service handles the majority of court work relating to care proceedings. You will be fully supported in this by senior colleagues, an Assistant Team Manager and Team Manager in each team, Practice Development Social Workers, a comprehensive CP Chair service and our Clinical Team of experienced qualified Family Therapists. We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp; ABOUT YOU We welcome applications from qualified social workers of varying experience levels; though we do expect applicants to have completed their ASYE and have gained some experience within a service focused on supporting children in care (this must be clear on applicants’ CVs). A firm understanding of working with children in care and their families and support networks is essential and will need to be demonstrated at interview. Applicants must have a valid registration with Social Work England and experience of practice within the UK. We’re looking for social workers who have a genuine interest in a restorative, relationship based practice model drawing on systemic thinking to inform your approach to building effective relationships with children, young people and their families.&nbsp; We want to meet energetic, empathetic social workers that are keen to reach positive outcomes for children and families whilst taking full advantage of the learning, support and personal development that Newham offers. We’re big on career development and our focus on developing internal talent has made internal progression a realistic possibility for many – we promoted 30 qualified social work professionals in 2023 alone. WHY WORK WITH US? We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work. <ul>
<li>A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.</li> <li>We’re a&nbsp;GOOD local authority&nbsp;focused on reaching excellence.</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.</li> <li>Stability: 100% of our Senior Managers and 71% of Team Managers are permanent.</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model,&nbsp;Circles of Support,&nbsp;was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.</li> <li>Career progression is possible with Newham; we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 and have already promoted 37 colleagues to date in 2024.</li> <li>Social Care Academy – 50+ social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020. Our Academy offer received significant praise from Ofsted.</li> <li>A competitive salary package for social workers of up to £55,574 that rivals capped agency pay (including market supplement).</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.</li> </ul> TO APPLY To apply please submit your CV through our&nbsp;online recruitment portal. Our maingrade social worker require a CV only application – so please ensure your CV has the relevant detail requested in this advert and on the person specification. Shortlisting decisions will be based on candidates' relevant experience and on candidates' suitability for the role in line with the person specification, as listed in their CV. We’re currently looking for social workers who have completed their ASYE year (or have equivalent practice experience). Closing date 31/10/25 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham 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 w

London Borough of Newham

Social Worker - Children in Care/ LAC

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Care Assistant - The CrossingsWe currently have an opportunity for a part time (22.5 hours per week) Care Assistant to work within our registered care home, The Crossings (in Wendover), where we support people with learning and physical disabilities.Working as part of a dedicated team, you will support service users with their day to day needs to enable individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives. This will involve assisting individuals with:<ul>
<li>personal care needs</li>
<li>mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>day trips out</li>
<li>attending appointments and maintaining their health and well-being</li>
<li>promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning</li>
<li>support in any other areas of their daily living.</li>
</ul>As a care assistant, you`ll follow agreed support plans and risk assessments to ensure that we are providing a highly effective service that meets each individual`s needs, supports their aspirations and maximises their independence.About YouYou`ll be a caring and enthusiastic individual with a `can-do` attitude, who is driven by the desire to make a difference and have the ability to recognise and understanding the needs of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities. Desired qualities will include:<ul>
<li>Effective communicator using different methods according to the complex needs of those in your care.</li>
<li>Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable but not essential.</li>
<li>Ability to work shifts as part of a rota system, including some weekend and bank holiday working</li>
<li>Teamwork and flexibility are key to the success of the services we provide, as is a clear commitment to equality and diversity</li>
</ul>It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£14,742pa</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered. Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS and references.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Hightown Housing Association

Care Assistant

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Assistant Support Worker - Trinity Court Flats (£24,570)We currently have an opportunity for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Assistant Support Worker at our scheme, Trinity Court Flats, in Aylesbury. We provide supported housing for people with learning disabilities, and each resident has their own flat with 24-hour support on site.We are looking for a compassionate, confident, and capable Assistant Support Workerto 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 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>£24,570 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>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.

Assistant Support Worker

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Brighter Futures for Children&nbsp;
About us&nbsp;
Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of 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.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
About the role&nbsp;
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our SEN team. This role is a key post which will be responsible for:&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
the co-coordination of Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessments and plansfor a caseload of children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
leading to high quality outcome focused EHC Plansand working in collaboration with families and professionals throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
leading and co-ordinating the casework required to meet Brighter Futures for Children’s (BFfC) statutory dutiessuch as phased transfers, to ceasing, initiating, processing and maintaining EHC plans for Children and young people between the ages of 0 – 25 years old.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
Our offer&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service)&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Cycle to work scheme.&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Season train ticket loans&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
A range of local shopping discounts&nbsp;
</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.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
Asking for Adjustments&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
Closing date: Sunday 21stSeptember 2025&nbsp;
Interview date: TBC&nbsp;
We look forward to hearing from you!&nbsp;
In January 2025 the decision was made to bring Children’s Services (currently operating as Brighter Futures for Children Ltd (BFfC)) back in-house to Reading Borough Council (RBC).&nbsp;
All staff employed by BFfC on 30 September 2025 will transfer, via the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE), to the Council on 1 October 2025.&nbsp;
For new starters who BFfC confirms before 27 September 2025 their pre-employment checks are completed and a start date agreed will be issued with a BFfC contact and will transfer to RBC.&nbsp;
For new starters whose pre-employment checks have not been completed and / or a start date has not been agreed before 27 September, you will be issued with an RBC contract and your start date will not be before 6 October 2025.&nbsp;

Brighter Futures for Children

SEN Case Officer

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Commissioning Manager within our Adults Social Care Department. We’re looking for a Commissioning Manager - Housing, Assets and Programmes to join our Strategy, Commissioning and Performance Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a Full Time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract.
As the Commissioning Manager – Housing, Assets and Programmes, you will work closely with the Head of Strategic Commissioning and other members of the Strategy, Commissioning and Performance Team, to drive and implement the continuous improvement programme in Adult Social Care.
With a clear emphasis upon specialist accommodation, the drive is to deliver better opportunities and outcomes, whilst ensuring value for money and sustainable, high quality Adult Social Care services for the people of Wokingham Borough, in line with our strategic priorities set out in the Adult Social Care Strategy.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, rated as Good, with elements of Outstanding, in our recent CQC Local Authority Assessment. &nbsp;
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 days 31 (rising to 36 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
⭐ 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>To ensure that everyone in the Wokingham Borough has the support, resources and opportunities to live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, in the communities where we look out for one another, doing the things that matter most.</li>
<li>Supporting the delivery of our ambitious Adult Social Care continuous improvement plan, with a focus upon Specialist Accommodation and Housing programme.</li>
<li>Working across Commissioning, Strategy, Housing and Operational Adult Social Care Services to strategically co-ordinate developments and operationally support good outcomes.</li>
<li>Working with our Business Change Team and colleagues from Adults Social Care to deliver an ambitious capital programme.</li>
<li>Ensuring that the services we commission are high quality, effective, demonstrate value for money and enable us to meet the requirements of the Care Act 2014 and future social care reforms.</li>
<li>To ensure that our approach to co-production is embedded to unlock a place that we call home.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise.</li>
<li>Excellent working knowledge of utilising the built environment to achieve the objectives set out within the Care Act.</li>
<li>Ability to interrogate and analyse data &amp; information; Experience of market and demographic analysis.</li>
<li>Experience of delivering capital projects and programmes.</li>
<li>Experience of developing and implementing policies and strategies.</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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary 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.
Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Chris Clark, Strategic Lead, Adults Commissioning - <a href="mailto:chris.clark@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.clark@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. Strictly no agencies.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 5th October 2025, 11pm
Interviews: Week Commencing 20th October 2025 &nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.&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.

Commissioning Manager - Adult Social Care Housing, Assets and Programmes

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12 Months Fixed Term/ Secondment Opportunity
Calling all Experienced Social Workers with a passion for practice education! Are you ready to lead the way in developing and promoting the next generation of social workers?
At Hackney Adult Social Care, we are passionate about our people and understand that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities.
This new role presents a unique and exciting opportunity to mentor and support both Social Work students and Newly Qualified Social Workers, helping them to reach their full potential in transforming lives and promoting the well-being of individuals who draw on care and support.
Hackney Adult Social Care (ASC) is committed to continuous improvement, tackling inequality, and promoting independence. Our new Practice Framework for ASC supports staff in delivering strengths-based, anti-racist, and trauma-informed services to all residents. This framework aligns with Hackney ASC’s three-year plan (2023-26), which outlines four guiding principles for achieving our vision for Adult Social Care: being easy to access, preventative, personal to you, and good quality and safe.
We are proud to be at the forefront of a movement to champion anti-racist practice, aligning with our council-wide commitment to address racial inequality within our communities and workforce.
About the Role
Our Senior Social Worker - Workforce and Practice Development role will support the delivery of our programmes for newly qualified social workers (the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment - ASYE), social work apprentices, student social workers and practice education. The post holder will drive service improvement and work to strengthen practitioner confidence and experience.
You will be part of the Practice Innovation and Workforce Capability Team, a dynamic, and forward-looking group led by the Principal Social Worker. This team is dedicated to continuous evolution and innovation, focussing on developing our Continuous Professional Development offer. We believe that accessible learning opportunities are crucial for our performance and staff well-being.
Who We are looking for:
You’ll be an experienced and confident social worker who is:
<ul>
<li>An experienced Practice Educator and practice assessor with proven ability to confidently provide direct support and supervision to students and individuals completing their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).</li>
<li>Knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation</li>
<li>a strong communicator who supports colleagues and promotes best practice</li>
<li>analytical and have a good understanding of the national context and needs of newly qualified social workers</li>
</ul>
Whether you're seeking greater responsibility or looking to deepen your impact without moving fully into management, this role provides the unique opportunity to grow while staying rooted in practice.
This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.
What do we offer?
Hackney Adult Social Care (ASC) offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your work-life balance and professional growth. You'll have access to family-friendly policies, including hybrid working, a mobile phone, and a home computer. We provide excellent opportunities for coaching and mentoring, alongside a competitive salary and a generous pension scheme. Enjoy generous annual leave entitlements, and a strong Employee Assistance Programme. Visit our website for complete details on all available benefits.&nbsp;<a href="https://recruitment.hackney.gov.uk/staff-benefits/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits page</a>.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;24 September 2025&nbsp;2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date:&nbsp;W/C 06 September&nbsp;2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>



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London Borough of Hackney

Senior Social Worker Workforce & Practice - Adult Social Care

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We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Community Services Manager on a full time, permanent basis. You must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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>
Are you passionate about empowering people to live independently and confidently? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your leadership can make a real difference?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and flexible Assistant Community Services Manager to join our Early Intervention and Prevention Service, which includes:
<ul>
<li>Bracknell Intermediate Care Service</li>
<li>Sensory Needs Service</li>
<li>Locality Access Point</li>
<li>Assessment Suite</li>
</ul>
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Our multi-disciplinary team supports adults across Bracknell Forest in regaining independence and achieving greater control over their lives. We adopt a strength-based approach, prioritising individuals’ abilities and potential rather than their limitations.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>Lead and support a dedicated team delivering high-quality, person-centred care.</li>
<li>Champion strength-based practice and innovative problem-solving.</li>
<li>Work closely with health and social care professionals to achieve the best outcomes.</li>
<li>Contribute to service development and continuous improvement.</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>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</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>
Interview date to be confirmed
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Amy Gates, Community Services Manager Early Intervention and Prevention:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Amy.Gates@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amy.Gates@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.

Assistant Community Services Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have a great opportunity for aCommunity Services Manager on a full&nbsp;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>
Are you a registered Social Worker with an AMHP qualification and experience in Community Mental Health teams (CMHTs)? Are you a strong and confident leader ready to drive service improvements and support a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team? If so, we want to hear from you.
As our Assistant Community Services Manager, you will be expected to provide guidance and advice across the whole team and participate in Safeguarding and Operational Management rotas, as well as deputising for the Service Manager across Health and Social Care activities.&nbsp;This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with management experience in adult social services who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality care.
You will be based within our Community Mental Health Team in Bracknell, and work as part of a joint team, funded by both Health and Social Care.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Bracknell Adult Community Mental Health team is a joint initiative, managed and funded by Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Bracknell Forest Council. Our dedicated team provides vital support to adults experiencing significant mental illness, as well as their carers. We offer a range of interventions, including medication management and psychological therapies, all while coordinating comprehensive, person-centred care within the community. The team also fulfils statutory responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Care Act 2014. We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults, actively identifying and responding to risks to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To assist the Service Manager with agreed delegated responsibilities, in order to contribute to the provision of a community mental health service for adults.</li>
<li>To provide professional supervision and guidance to staff as well as recruitment, training, appraisal and where appropriate, performance management.</li>
<li>To ensure that arrangements for support are cost-effective before they are submitted for approval and that staff understand their responsibilities in relation to financial management.</li>
<li>To take responsibility for safeguarding investigations and to act as the decision maker.</li>
<li>To manage complaints where required and verify assessments and authorise when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</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).&nbsp;</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.</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>
Interview date is to be confirmed.
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 discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Portia Khasipo - Community Services Manager - Tel 0118 904 6800
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;

Assistant Community Services Manager - Community Mental Health Team

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Female Assistant Support Worker - AriadniPart-time - 30 hours per weekHourly Rate: £12.60Join 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-including waking night shifts.We are looking for compassionate, confident, and capable Assistant Support Workers 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>£19,656pa for a 30-hour per week contract</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Female Support Worker - St Barnabas (Supported Living)We are currently recruiting for a full time (37.5 hours) Support Worker at our service, St Barnabas Court in Hemel Hempstead. The role is based in Hemel Hempstead with some travel to locations in St Albans.St Barnabas provides supported living homes for people with learning disabilities. We have 8 supported living homes for people with 24-hour support on site provided. We also provide outreach support for people with learning disabilities in the community.As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping people live independently and with dignity. As part of the role, you will:<ul>
<li>Assess needs and develop personalised support plans</li>
<li>Promote independence through life skills such as cooking, cleaning, and budgeting</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Follow and contribute to risk assessments and management plans</li>
</ul><ul><li>Induct and assist in the mentoring of new staff</li></ul><ul><li>Support aspirations and help individuals achieve their goals</li></ul>You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and compassion.About you:We are looking for someone with experience in the care or support sector, who brings a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to help others thrive.You will also need to:<ul>
<li>Communicate effectively and adapt to different needs and preferences</li>
<li>Be flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>This role also includes one shift per week of completing a sleep in.</li>
<li>Work well as part of a team and independently</li>
<li>Be committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred care</li>
<li>
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work which includes business insurance</li>
</ul>It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a vehicle for work purposes and are happy to do sleep-ins. (an allowance for £52.78 per sleep in is paid)We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.Hightown Benefits:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract or £13.26 per hour</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
<li>Fully paid DBS</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
</ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

Support Worker

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3126/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 include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have a great opportunity for a Best Interest Assessor on a full time, permanent basis.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for someone who can independently assess under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and ensure care arrangements follow the law. We need someone who has good communication and relationship building skills, is adept at working alongside individuals, their families and/or advocates and partner agencies, and be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, Mental Health Act and Data Protection Act.
You must hold a current DoLS Best Interests Assessor (BIA) qualification, have at least 2 years experience of carrying out the Best Interest Assessor role which includes recent experience of completing these assessments (within the last year).&nbsp; You must also have undertaken annual DoLS/BIA legal update training within the last twelve months.&nbsp; A driving licence is crucial for this role.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified, enthusiastic and capable Best Interest Assessor to join our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team in Bracknell. We are a supportive team that is passionate in our approach to our work.
Reporting to the DoLS Lead, you will be working alongside a larger team of experienced and knowledgeable safeguarding professionals which includes the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team and the Strategic Adult Safeguarding team.&nbsp; It is a role where there is team commitment to continuous improvement and where your expertise and knowledge matter and make an impact.&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>Conduct independent assessments under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.</li>
<li>Review restrictive care arrangements to ensure they follow the law and protect service users rights.</li>
<li>Promote understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards among health and social care professionals, service users and carers.</li>
<li>Treat everyone fairly and with respect, using a strength-based approach.</li>
<li>Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and partner agencies and encourage teamwork.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</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).&nbsp;</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...</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 30thSeptember 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 email <a href="mailto:Dols.Application@Bracknell-Forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Dols.Application@Bracknell-Forest.gov.uk</a> and provide us with your contact details and either Dawn (DoLS Lead/Senior Social Worker) or Dionne (Head of Safeguarding) will get back to you.
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 must provide evidence of appropriate Social Work/Nursing/Occupational Therapist qualification or Chartered Psychologist with 2 years post qualified experience, plus current registration with appropriate body (Social Work England etc) and a Best Interests Assessor (BIA) qualification inline with the DoLS legislation.&nbsp;
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Best Interest Assessor

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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 Team Manager – Adult Social Care to join our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Team Manager, you will work within the East Social Care Team undertaking direct work with customers who have a learning or physical disability, a long-term condition, who are young carers, people transitioning into adulthood and older people.
You will ensure that all work undertaken within the team is in accordance with relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies and procedures to promote and ensure wellbeing, independence and safety. You will provide leadership, management, and support to the team, ensuring that performance and quality standards are met, delivering a culture of partnership to ensure collaborative working with all stakeholders.
The main aim of the service is to enable people to live safely in the community, maximising their strengths and abilities to live as independently as they can, and supporting carers to continue in their caring role as long as they wish to 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;
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 days 31 (rising to 36 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
⭐ 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>Manage day to day operational activity of a social care team.</li>
<li>Ensure the team works collaboratively with all stakeholders by ensuring appropriate use of multi-agency frameworks and meetings.</li>
<li>To be accountable for ensuring statutory Duties concerning Adult Safeguarding activity undertaken within the team are effectively discharged in accordance with Sec 42 Care Act 2014 and Pan Berkshire Policies &amp; Procedures.</li>
<li>To be accountable for governance of all activity within the team to ensure adherence to legislation, effective application of Policies &amp; Procedures, and that all statutory requirements and Professional Standards are met, with issues arising being addressed in the appropriate manner.</li>
<li>To use effective leadership skills, to effectively support and manage staff during periods of transformation and change.</li>
<li>Lead and be accountable for all aspects of management of staff within a social care team.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification. Including registration with appropriate Body (SWE/HCPC).</li>
<li>Ability to manage others in a fast-paced Environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrable ability to communicate and work with people at a range of levels, across a range of situations and settings.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the legal and policy framework in relation to the role.</li>
<li>Ability to make non routine and complex judgements, including when under pressure, and escalating as and when appropriate.</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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary 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.
Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Josephine Lukehurst – Service Manager, <a href="mailto:Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. Strictly no agencies.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 5th October 2025, 11pm
Interviews:&nbsp;Week Commencing 6th October 2025 &nbsp;
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.

Team Manager - Adult Social Care

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Job Title:&nbsp;Support Mentor
Location:&nbsp;Face to face service based in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), the service is a short walk from Ladbroke Grove (Circle and Hammersmith) station. Unfortunately, this service does not have step free access.
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota between 09:00 - 17:00 and 13:00 - 21:00. You may be required to work bank holidays and evenings as required.&nbsp;
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Mentor to join our team based in RBKC to support our residents who have multiple and complex needs which could include mental health, substance use, homelessness, and/or offending backgrounds. You will support in providing our residents with the support needed to help them overcome their personal barriers, and achieve their goals in a person centred approach. You will work within a residential setting, creating a safe and comfortable space which our residents can call their homes during their time within the service. The role includes:
<ul>
<li>Supporting residents with daily tasks</li>
<li>Holding a caseload, conducting key work sessions which are personable to their needs</li>
<li>Carry out regular welfare checks, safeguarding checks, and general living checks</li>
<li>Encourage residents to take part in activities and events</li>
<li>Keep support plans up to date on a regular basis</li>
<li>Work closely with the rest of the team to provide overall excellent service delivery, this may mean also supporting with their caseloads, and other tasks as necessary</li>
<li>Carry out general housing management support</li>
</ul>
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion to support those who have multiple and complex needs, with a drive to help support those who suffer with homelessness, mental health, and substance use. You will be able to build rapport and trusting relations in a professional setting, and able to build positive outcomes. You will have an adaptable and flexible approach to helping others, with an understanding that each individual has different levels and types of support needs.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>
<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service and provide outreach-based provision, with an ability to liaise and work effectively in partnership with stakeholders</li>
<li>Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</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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Care Assistant Location:Newton Longville Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,570 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Care Assistant Location: Newton Longville Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week (The shifts are 7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm) Salary: £19,656 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for a dedicated Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£19,656 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.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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Practice Manager&nbsp; Learning Disability Transitions/18-24 Team&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £52,194 - £55,323 per annum plus market supplement £3000&nbsp; Service: Adult Social Care, Operations&nbsp; We are delighted to invite applications for the post of Practice Manager in our Learning Disabilities Team.&nbsp; This is an exciting time to join the team and the council in a pivotal role delivering our innovative Well Newham Approach, which focusses on strengths based assessments and integrated multi-disciplinary working. At Newham, our approach is to empower residents, drawing on their experiences, hobbies, communities and networks to build care planning that recognises them as an individual.&nbsp; This is an opportunity to join a newly formed team at the start and help shape its success. You will be offering a person-centred, multi-disciplinary service delivering the Well Newham Approach through the use of Strengths Based Assessments.&nbsp; This role works alongside health professionals and offers the opportunity to work with Social Workers and Social Care Officers helping them to improve practice providing strong leadership and mentorship to the team fostering a culture of learning and development About the Role The Practice Manager will ensure that high quality and timely transition support is offered to young people and their carers by the Transition Team in accordance with Care Act duties and the principles of Preparing for Adulthood. This is an opportunity to lead and develop a high performing team dedicated to driving improvements in our service, with strong emphasis strengths based working as working closely with our staff to support them to improve and develop practice&nbsp; This is an exciting and demanding opportunity to support practice and delivery within our Learning Disability/Transition service. In the role of a Practice Manager, you will be instrumental in leading and mentoring staff to ensure the transition journey to adulthood is a time to plan with the young person and their family/carer to build on their strengths, and promote independence. We are passionate about ensuring that the young person has best possible access to education, employment opportunities, good health, supportive relationships and remain safe.&nbsp; Key Responsibilities include: <ul>
<li>Leading and developing a high performing team of Social Workers and Social Care Officers&nbsp;</li> <li>Driving service improvement through data analysis, performance management, and quality assurance, also focussing on continuous improvement&nbsp;</li> <li>Building and maintaining strong partnerships with health and social care colleagues, other stakeholders as well as voluntary sector organisations to ensure seamless care coordination.</li> <li>Providing expert advice and guidance on complex cases, including safeguarding, mental capacity and risk assessment&nbsp;</li> <li>Developing and delivering training to staff on best practice and new initiatives.</li> <li>Ensuring resources are in line with the departments saving strategy, and the services provided are of best value, efficient and effective.</li> <li>The development of new services for young people approaching adulthood alongside our commissioning and procurement colleagues</li> <li>Completion of recruitment and HR duties applicable to the role</li> <li>Ensuring that all appropriate methods of funding are considered</li> <li>Acting up for the Team Manager in their absence</li> </ul> Key Benefits <ul>
<li>We are in the process of rolling out Magic Notes to all frontline staff, an AI case-recording tool that can save social workers significant time on administrative tasks.</li> <li>You will be part of shaping the new Transitions Team which looks to improve how we take our young people from children’s to adult services.</li> <li>You will be part of an ambitious transformation journey in the wider Learning Disabilities Team, which has had investment to grow.</li> <li>There is a significant programme of work to support professional development, including strengths-based workshops, reflective practice and external training opportunities. Our Social Care Academy provides a range of supportive tools and guidance all in one place.&nbsp;</li> </ul> About You We are looking for candidates who have strong practice development skills with demonstrable experience of&nbsp;delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers, and experience of supporting practitioners to implement and embed excellent practice.&nbsp; You will have&nbsp;sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity, Court of Protection and Safeguarding Adults, including&nbsp;significant knowledge of risk and the current research and practice in this. &nbsp; You will also have had experience building and developing relationships with partners in the voluntary, community and faith sector, health.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be passionate about getting the best out of your team and the young people we serve. You will bring new ideas and good practice to embed and develop your team.&nbsp; Excellent communication skills are critical and you will have demonstrable experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings. Finally, the successful candidate will have some demonstrable experience of using IT recording systems and data to monitor team activity, support quality assurance, and drive service improvement. For&nbsp;further information&nbsp;on the role, or for an informal discussion, please contact Aydin Mehmet, Team Manager, <a href="mailto:aydin.mehmet@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">aydin.mehmet@newham.gov.uk</a> or Angie Ingleton, Service Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk</a> Please view JD here Closing date: 1st October 2025&nbsp; Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham 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. The personal information we have collected 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. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

Practice Manager - Learning Disability 18-24

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO5£52,194 - £55,323&nbsp; Retention Bonus: £3,000 p/a Contract Type: Permanent Working hours per week:36 Application Deadline: 18/09/2025 Proposed Interview Date: TBC&nbsp; Reference: 1860 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; The Looked After Children Advanced Practitioner plays a crucial role in overseeing the welfare and development of children within the care system. This role involves supporting the Team Manager in the implementation and monitoring of care strategies, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery to meet the needs of looked-after children.&nbsp; <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Advanced%20Practitioner%20(1860).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; Deputise for the Team Manager as needed to ensure smooth team operations. Supervise up to three staff, guiding and supporting their casework. Facilitate PSG meetings at least twice monthly, focusing on serious case reviews and reflective learning, preferably in person. Oversee all leaving care transfers, ensuring timely referral to panels and supporting social workers through the process; attend transition panels as scheduled. Manage a caseload of up to 5 cases. Organise the duty rota and serve as duty manager. Monitor supervised staff’s performance weekly and escalate concerns as needed.# Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements:&nbsp; Extensive post-qualification social work experience in Children &amp; Families settings. Experience handling complex casework within statutory children's services. Experience with prioritisation, care planning, and service delivery. Proven ability to assess complex risks. Able to make decisions based on evidence and comprehensive analysis of gathered information. 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; &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; &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; &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 Amanda Reid, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:amanda.reid@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.reid@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; <ul></ul>

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Support Worker - Lane End Road (£10,344pa)Make a Real Difference Every Day - Join Our Team at Lane End Road!We’re looking for acompassionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join our friendly team at Lane End Road, a supported living service in High Wycombe. This is a part time role (15 hours per week), where you will be helping individuals with enduring mental health needs live independently in their own purpose-built accommodation.As part of a supportive team, you will:<ul>
<li>Provide tailored support to individuals in their own homes</li>
<li>Provide personal care with sensitivity and respect</li>
<li>Encourage life skills such as budgeting, shopping, cooking, and cleaning</li>
<li>Draft personalised support plans and risk assessments</li>
<li>Empower people to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives</li>
</ul>About YouWe’re looking for people who are:<ul>
<li>
Caring, reliable, and proactive, with a genuine desire to help others</li>
<li>Able to communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li>
<li>Comfortable working shifts, including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred support</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>Additionally, you will also be able to:<ul>
<li>Work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working</li>
<li>Perform at least one sleep in per week as part of your shift (allowance of £52.78 paid)</li>
<li>Work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support</li>
<li>Be flexible in your approach to work and demonstrate resilience in a challenging, but rewarding environment</li>
<li>Have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with mental disabilities</li>
</ul>It is essential that you 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>£10,344pa for a 15-hour contract</li>
<li>We make sleep in payments of at least £52.78 (in addition to your basic pay)</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>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.

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Job Title:&nbsp;Mental Health Recovery Worker
Location:&nbsp;Based in a residential property in Enfield (Nearest overground Enfield Town, Bus Routes available) Unfortunately there is no step free access at this service.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 per week Monday to Sunday on a rolling rota between 07:30 - 15:30, 13:00 - 21:00, this may also fall under bank holiday working as per the rota and further evenings.
About the role
Penrose Enfield is a vibrant care and rehabilitation service, offering 21 beds in a 24 hour supported accommodation to adults with complex mental health needs. You will join a team which consists of a Service Manager, Deputy Service Manager, a day team of 10, and a night team of 4. We are here to promote independence and give our residents the tools needed to fulfil their lives in the community independently.
As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you will play a key role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery, reablement, and rehabilitation, providing person centred and trauma informed support in a psychologically informed environment (PIE), to empower residents to achieve their goals and improve their well-being. Here, you’ll support individuals transitioning from complex care or acute mental health services to a structured rehabilitation setting. Working closely with the mental health trust community rehabilitation team, you’ll help residents overcome challenging behaviour's and support medication compliance, making a real difference every day. Join us to be a part of a team that’s dedicated to empowering and transforming lives!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide tailored support to residents/participants to help them achieve their personal goals and outcomes. This may involve contributing to and developing support plans, conducting risk assessments, participating in reviews, and attending case meetings.</li>
<li>Deliver all required aspects of the service efficiently and consistently. This includes welfare checks, support sessions, safeguarding monitoring, risk assessments, and involvement in training and development.</li>
<li>Ensure residents/participants fully understand their rights and responsibilities, and have access to appropriate tools, resources, and support networks to achieve their goals.</li>
<li>Help design, lead, and encourage participation in a range of projects, group sessions, and community-based activities.</li>
<li>Create an empowering and enabling environment where individuals are supported to make informed decisions and take control of their own lives.</li>
<li>Provide practical advice, emotional support, and life skills training to promote independence and resilience.</li>
</ul>
About you
You're someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support that makes a real difference in people's lives. You thrive in a team environment and are an effective communicator, able to build meaningful, long-term relationships with individuals from all walks of life. Equality, diversity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords to you – they’re principles you live by.
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the needs of those who have various complex needs including mental health</li>
<li>Understand and experience in supporting low to medium mental health service users</li>
<li>Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the communal service and residents</li>
<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback</li>
<li>Sensitivity and empathy to others, and ability to deal with individual circumstances with professionalism</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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Mental Health | Recovery Worker | Support Worker | Social Care | Residential Service | Charity | Person Centred Care

Mental Health Recovery Worker

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Job Title: Dual Diagnosis Worker
Location: Based within a residential service across 4 sites in Croydon. (Walking distance from East Croydon train and tram links). Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.
Salary: £29,000
Shift Pattern: 12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday working between 10:00 - 18:00. Hours may vary depending on service needs.&nbsp;
About the role
We are seeking a Dual Diagnosis Worker who has a specialism in mental health and substance use to join our team in Croydon. You will be based within a residential service which provides specialist mental health, complex needs, and dual diagnosis support to our residents. Within this role, you will provide specialist knowledge and experience to support the wider team and residents to help them to overcome their personal barriers.
You will deliver evidence-based interventions based on holistic assessments to support personalised recovery, integration, and promotion of independent living skills. You will be a specialist in comorbidity, supporting the team to achieve positive outcomes for our residents. Some of your duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Undertake joint holistic assessments, risk assessments, care plans, and interventions to support harm reduction and minimisation.</li>
<li>Set up realistic and flexible strengths-based support plans, working closely with colleagues and support teams to support and advise on interventions and approaches to meet individual needs.</li>
<li>Help reduce episodes of crisis and assist residents/participants to access services which can offer alternatives to crisis support.</li>
<li>Work closely with support staff and clinical teams to support and advise them on interventions and approaches to meet resident/participant comorbid, complex mental health and substance misuse needs.</li>
<li>Support multi-disciplinary teams and the wider community teams with support, advice, signposting, and move on care planning.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you
We are looking for someone who has specialist knowledge on how to support individuals with comorbid and complex needs, with experience in interventions, and in a similar role. Qualifications are desirable if paired with practical experience which is relevant to this role. We look at individual characteristics with the ability to engage with various people who may not want to receive the support, able to build trusting professional relationships, and able to demonstrate resilience, solve challenges, and be proactive. If this sounds like you, take a look at the further criteria:
<ul>
<li>Full knowledge on comorbidity and complex needs, able to share knowledge, skills, and experience with others</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role, providing interventions and holistic assessments and support for people experiencing mental health challenges</li>
<li>Ability to provide specialist support and knowledge in risk assessment and risk management, particularly in relation to harm minimisation, substance misuse and mental health</li>
<li>A commitment to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and active involvement in care planning</li>
<li>Ability to apply relapse prevention models to promote sustained recovery and harm reduction</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> 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> or call our central office on <a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
<blockquote>
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>.
</blockquote>

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