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Salary: £40,911 Grade: Level 3 Zone 2 Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG Contract Type: Permanent x3 Hours: Full Time (36 hours) Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd July 2025; 23:59 Interview Date: 31st JulyAbout CamdenCamden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.What You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you'll be part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting vulnerable Camden residents and their families, using your expertise to provide holistic, strength-based, and recovery-focused care. You'll build long-term relationships to help individuals maintain good health and improve their lives. Key responsibilities include responding to crises, recognising signs of harm, and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. You'll also contribute to shared learning, development, and practice improvement within the Local Authority, with a focus on embedding strengths-based approaches.It is important you have confidence and enthusiasm, as you will be speaking to members of the public and professionals at various levels, both internally and externally.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.All About YouThe ideal candidate will be familiar working under the Care Act 2024 and bring with them an understanding, preferably with working experience, within a Social care setting or aligned organisation.You will play a key role in the smooth running of the service by handling public calls, providing screening, information, advice, and escalating when needed. You'll conduct assessments and reviews, working creatively with customers to explore support options that promote independence. Additionally, you'll consider reablement needs from physical, functional, sensory, and emotional perspectives, and assist with housing allocations and resettlement as required.To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'.How To ApplyTo view the Job Profile, please&nbsp;CLICK HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser:&nbsp;<a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/10807126/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/10807126/file/documen…</a>To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section.What We OfferAt Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp;Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details.Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp;We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit <a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity</a>Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.Asking for Adjustments&nbsp;Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG,

Camden Council

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About the role 
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join our dynamic Child Protection and Children in Need Team. In this pivotal role, you will manage the most complex and high-risk cases, ensuring timely and effective interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. You will also act as a mentor and consultant to colleagues, and represent the service, play a key role in supporting the Team Manager by role modelling best practice and providing supervision to social workers. You will act as a subject matter expert in responding to the needs of children and their families, ensuring that interventions are timely, effective, and child-centred. A crucial part of your role will be to assist in overseeing the quality of practice and performance across the team, helping to ensure that children who need help and protection experience safe, consistent 
support and make meaningful progress. 
About Enfield Council 
Enfield Council is committed to delivering high-quality services that make a real difference to the lives of our residents. We are proud of our diverse community and work collaboratively across departments and with external partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. Our values of openness, respect, responsibility, and working together underpin everything we do. 
About you 
You will be a qualified and registered social worker with substantial post-qualifying experience in statutory children’s services. You will have a proven track record of managing complex cases, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions, and working effectively with multi-agency partners. Your ability to lead, mentor, and inspire others will be key, as will your in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, child development, and best practice in safeguarding. 
Our offer to you 
In addition to a competitive salary and generous benefits package, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment where your professional development is a priority. You will have access to high-quality training, regular supervision, and opportunities to contribute to service development. We value your expertise and are committed to helping you grow in your career. 
Contact Details 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Ana McLeod on 0208 132 0585 for an informal discussion. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Recruitment &amp; Onboarding Advisor on 0208 078 5976 or <a href="mailto:andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.kingsbury@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
 
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/" target="_blank">https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/</a> 
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Advanced Social Work Practitioner

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Job Title:&nbsp;Outreach Activities Coordinator
Location:&nbsp;Enfield, Winchmore Hill. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access
Salary:&nbsp;£30,800
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00, you may need to work outside these days/hours as per required for the service.
About the role
Our service provides supported accommodation units for adults with multiple, complex mental health needs. Our residents may be transitioning from inpatient rehabilitation, acute mental health wards, or other residential settings into a structured rehabilitation environment. Our team are here to support our residents with care and rehabilitation to help them to achieve their personal needs and goals.
As an Outreach Activities Coordinator, you will manage the running and coordination of regular activities, events, and trips for our residents which work in support to individual support places and goals, by creating a calendar of activities, celebrations, awareness months/days/weeks and events to encourage social skills and community engagement. You may also support with other external activities such as supporting with attendance to appointments and treatments, whilst using your own knowledge to support and inspire them in being motivated to engage more with various services.&nbsp;
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<li>Plan and implement a range of therapeutic individual and group work activities, and complete functional assessments, contributing to multi-disciplinary team care planning and risk assessments.</li>
<li>Coordinate all aspects of promotion, recruitment, and evaluation of activities and programmes. Take on feedback and utilise this for continuous improvement</li>
<li>Adapt activities/programmes to different learning needs and styles, using different delivery techniques</li>
<li>Coordinate and advertise internal and external activity and programme opportunities.</li>
<li>Empower residents to make decisions to take control over their lives, by creating an enabling environment.</li>
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About you
We are looking for someone who is compassionate and driven who thrives on supporting others and creating impactful change.&nbsp;
You will have an understanding of mental health challenges people face and have an understanding of different ways to foster a person-centred approach which supports recovery and outcomes. We are looking for someone who has a genuine care and passion to utilise activities to enable positive outcomes, in a creative way. Ideally, you will have a proven track record in coordinating and delivering engaging activities and programmes, with the ability to develop tailored support plans and appropriate interventions. We are looking for:
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<li>Experience in coordinating and/or delivering activities and programmes with people from various backgrounds</li>
<li>Experience of working with people who struggle with their mental health</li>
<li>Ability to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others</li>
<li>Ability to work creatively and encourage creativity in others</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>Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral. Ability to form and build effective relationships and rapport with others</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</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.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
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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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Social Care Officer x 1 1000 Dockside, United Kingdom Social Care Officer £37,068 - £38,058 pa To support the delivery of an integrated social care service to an allocated caseload within the agreed performance management, quality assurance and budgetary framework and that the highest standards of service are achieved. To act as a member of a team providing an effective, efficient and personalised assessment, support planning, brokerage and review service to adult service users, carers and their families in order to deliver the key strategic aims of the organisation and to ensure that the citizens of Newham have access to high quality services which safeguard and promote their welfare. To ensure that the principles of “Putting People First” are deployed within their day-to-day practice so that all people are fully supported to have the best possible personalised opportunities and are supported to exercise choice and control to meet the outcomes they define. Newham is a diverse borough with a young and vibrant population. There are over 270,190 Adults in the borough, coming from all corners of the world and serves one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse communities in the UK where over 100 different languages are spoken. This makes Newham an exciting and interesting place to work. Newham Adults Social Care services provides support to adults and carers, who may, because of the effects of ill health or disability, need support to live safely and independently. Our vision is to promote the wellbeing of people in Newham, making the best use of available resources to enable adults to live in the community independently and live safely, free from abuse and neglect. We strive to support our customers to make their own decisions, to feel safe and protected from harm, aspire to good health throughout their lives and make positive choices to maintain and improve their wellbeing. Our vision is to promote the wellbeing of people in Newham, strength based practice making the best use of available resources to enable adults to live in the community independently and live safely, free from abuse and neglect. We strive to support our customers to make their own decisions, to feel safe and protected from harm, aspire to good health throughout their lives and make positive choices to maintain and improve their wellbeing. This is an exciting period of change as we begin to realign services to work alongside Primary Care Networks across the borough. This provides opportunities for new service improvements, improved pathways for customers and closer partnership working. There is a strong commitment to supporting professional development, to improve services and outcomes for vulnerable people.&nbsp; As a Social Care Officer, we know that you want to make a difference and working at Newham you will be given every support and opportunity to do so. If you share this vision of excellent practice, we want to hear from you. The Person We are looking for 1 Social Care Officer who has and wants to further develop their skills with case work under the Care Act like promoting independence and Direct Payments, carrying out assessment of needs, reviews and working with customers and carers in the community and building good links with community agencies in the neighbourhood team within Adult Social Care. We are looking for Social Care Officer who have good assessment and care planning skills and passionate about delivering results. We are able to offer you the following benefits A supportive team working environment with regular supervision An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs. Subsidised leisure passes Generous annual leave allowance Local Government pension scheme Access to smarter working / flexible working Latest technology by way of Mobile phones and laptops Should you require any help or advice with your on-line application, please email <a href="mailto:john.stone@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">john.stone@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or <a href="mailto:Sharon.curtis@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sharon.curtis@newham.gov.uk</a> Please attach your CV and a supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role (we will not accept standalone CV’s). Please view Social Care Officer jd Closing date 18.07.2025 Please note the job may close early&nbsp;if we receive a high volume of applications 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>.

London Borough of Newham

Social Care Officer

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Occupational Therapy Assessment Officer Specialist Community Occupational Therapy and Sensory Services (SCOTSS)Royal Borough of GreenwichAn exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the Royal Borough of Greenwich Specialist Community Occupational Therapy (OT) and Sensory Services Team. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who wants to develop their skills and is looking for a new challenge in the workplace. We would value keen, creative individuals who thrive on enhancing services.This role requires the post-holder to undertake community visits, often working alone and may require physical exertion assisting with equipment provision and the moving &amp; handling of clients. Please consider the physical aspect of the role before you consider applying, or alternatively, call to discuss the requirements before applying.The successful candidate will have:Level 3 NVQ in Health / Social Care related qualification or equivalent experience<ul>
<li>A good understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy in adult social care.</li>
<li>The ability to undertake functional assessments / interventions to deliver Occupational Therapy services.</li>
<li>Be knowledgeable of relevant legislation with an awareness of working with vulnerable adults in a social care setting.</li>
<li>Awareness of the requirements of lone working, completing assessments in client's homes / care establishments, joint working with other Social Care / housing / health colleagues and safeguarding duties, including risk assessments.</li>
</ul>Royal Borough of Greenwich can offer you professional supervision, good terms and conditions, career development and a welcoming supportive team environment.Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received.

Occupational Therapy Assessment Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we’re not just planning for the future, we’re building it. As part of our dynamic Planning &amp; Growth service, this is your opportunity to drive real social impact through employment support, directly aligned with our Southwark 2030 vision. This isn’t just another support role, this is about empowering lives, influencing a fairer economy, and being part of an ambitious team delivering industry-leading models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). This role is being offered on a 2-year fixed term basis. Why this role is unmissable:<ul><li>Southwark 2030: Help shape a stronger, fairer local economy from the ground up.</li><li>Cutting-edge support models: Work with nationally recognised frameworks that set the standard in inclusive employment.</li><li>A network of impact: From clinical teams to community partners to local employers, you’ll be at the heart of a borough-wide movement.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Manage a personal caseload, delivering one-to-one, tailored employment support to Southwark residents.</li><li>Work collaboratively with clinical teams and community partners to provide a joined-up service.</li><li>Build relationships with local employers to unlock inclusive job opportunities and promote long-term economic independence.</li><li>Champion and apply IPS and SEQF models to support people with disabilities or long-term health conditions.</li><li>Contribute to wider economic growth programmes across the Planning &amp; Growth division.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through employment.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers people with health conditions face accessing the labour market.</li><li>Knowledge of the local job market, including in-demand industries and skills gaps.</li><li>Familiarity with or willingness to train in IPS and SEQF frameworks.</li><li>A great communicator who is compassionate, proactive, and naturally builds trust and rapport.</li><li>First-class organisational skills with a flair for forward-planning and multitasking under pressure.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills using Microsoft365.</li><li>Confidence handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.</li><li>You’ll have a track record of developing others and delivering results and shared goals.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li><li>You’ll be required to travel across the borough visiting employers and working from our community hub in Peckham.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities.Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £41,580 - £47,628 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 20th of July 2025Interview Date: The 4th of August 2025 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. 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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs 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 reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2531589&amp;ptId=105299" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Supported Employment Officer (2 YR FTC)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basisInterview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.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 initiative</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.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>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288065&amp;ptId=103892" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Social Worker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service)

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



Brighter Futures for Children

Assistant Home Manager – Cressingham

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

Brighter Futures for Children

Assistant Home Manager

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Job Title:&nbsp;Support Mentor (Nights)
Location:&nbsp;Latimer Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) - Short walking distance from Latimer Road underground station (Circle and Hammersmith and City Lines)
Unfortunately this location does not have step free access
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a 6 week rolling rota which includes at least one day shift per week, weekends, and bank holidays. Hours can vary between 21:00 - 09:00 and 11:00 - 20:00
About the role
Our residents in this service have experienced long-term street homelessness and have faced significant challenges including with their mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency, and struggled to sustain engagement with support services. That's why they're here, to make a change and gain the support they need to enable greater independence and recovery.
As a Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provides person centred support to our residents, you will work to ensure safety and wellbeing of our residents. You will support mainly the night shifts to ensure the service runs smoothly at night, being a point of contact for residents, engaging with them to ensure their safety comes first, and running various evening activities for engagement. You will build trusting and professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through one to one sessions, group sessions, and general wellbeing check ins. During quieter hours, you will be responsible for ensuring administration is up to date, the service is kept clean and tidy, and will support with additional ad hoc tasks.&nbsp;
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion for what we do as an organisation, and particularly in supporting those who have faced homelessness and may have other complex needs. Our residents needs are at the forefront of service delivery, so someone who can build trusting professional relationships is key. You will be adaptable, proactive, and able to use your initiative to resolve challenges, and keep the night service running smoothly. You will be able to work within a team, and have previous knowledge of the needs our residents may have. Each support plan is tailored to the individual, putting their needs first for the team to be able to deliver support to their needs. What are we looking for:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the needs of those who have faced homelessness and have various complex needs including mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency</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 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>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</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.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
</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;
<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>

Night Support Mentor

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Job Title:&nbsp;Support Mentor
Location:&nbsp;Based in service, Latimer Road, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) - Short walking distance from Latimer Road underground station (Circle and Hammersmith and City Lines)
Unfortunately this location does not have step free access
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week on a rota which includes day and late shifts, bank holidays, and weekends. Hours will range between 09:00 - 17:00 and 13:00 - 21:00
About the role
Our residents in this service have experienced long-term street homelessness and have faced significant challenges including with their mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency, and struggled to sustain engagement with support services. That's why they're here, to make a change and gain the support they need to enable greater independence and recovery.
In this role, as a Support Mentor, you will work within a 24 hour service which provided person centred support to our residents, working to ensure the safety and wellbeing. You will build trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins. Your role will focus on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals.&nbsp;
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion for what we do as an organisation, and particularly in supporting those who have faced homelessness and may have other complex needs. Our residents needs are at the forefront of service delivery, so someone who can build trusting professional relationships is key. You will be adaptable, proactive, and able to use your initiative to resolve challenges.. You will be able to work within a team, and have previous knowledge of the needs our residents may have. Each support plan is tailored to the individual, putting their needs first for the team to be able to deliver support to their needs. What are we looking for:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of the needs of those who have faced homelessness and have various complex needs including mental health, substance use, and alcohol dependency</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 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>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</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.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>
</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;
<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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