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We are recruiting a Social Care Workerat Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 4 x 30 hours / 1 x 22.5 hours / 4 x Zero Hours Contracts Contract Type: 5 x Part Time, Permanent / 4 x Casual/Relief Location: Various Locations in the BoroughTeam: Supported Living SchemeThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £21,407 - £22,817 (30 hours) / £16,055 - £17,113 (22.5 hours) / £13.69 per hour (Zero Hours Contracts) and offer access to training and development opportunities. Make a Difference Every Day! Join our dedicated team as a Social Care Worker supporting adults with learning disabilities in supported living. Help individuals live independently, with dignity and purpose. You’ll provide personal care, promote community inclusion, and support daily living, all while working in a rewarding, person-centred environment. Shifts include weekends and sleep-ins. These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. Enhanced DBS and registration with Social Care Wales required. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Willingness to achieve a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health and Social Care within an agreed timescale.</li><li>An understanding of the principles that underpin a quality care environment ie Privacy, dignity, respect, choice, independence and rights.</li><li>Experience with people who require support and assistance with all aspects of personal care, daily living and social skills.</li><li>Ability to work shifts on a rota basis, and work flexibly, including weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Linda Birt on 07808 251575 or email <a href="mailto:birtl@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">birtl@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. It is determined that the successful post holder must be female. This is a protected characteristic under the occupational requirement of the post in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.





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Social Care Worker

We are recruiting a Day Service Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 33 Hours Contract Type: Part Time, Fixed Term until June 2026 Location: Community based settings throughout Caerphilly County Borough CouncilTeam: Adult Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £23,548 - £25,099 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Do you want to work with people and make a difference to their lives from the support you provide?An exciting opportunity has arisen in our team for a fixed term Day Service Assistant to work with individuals in Brooklands day base, Risca (Monday, Tuesday and Friday) and Brondeg day base Blackwood (Wednesday and Thursday). We are looking for people who can light up a room when they enter, wear their hearts on their sleeve, who have exceptional personable skills and have a motivated and positive attitude to all aspects of working with people. We aim to provide a person centred and tailored approach when providing social opportunities, the individuals we support are at the centre of all we do.We want staff who are motivated in empowering people to achieve their goals and outcomes, we want you to be the reason that individuals enjoy their sessions with us. You will become part of a team, who strives to provide the best outcomes for individuals using a person centred approach.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 qualification in Care on the Credit and Qualifications Framework or the commitment and ability to attain the qualification within 1 year of appointment (subject to availability of training).</li><li>The ability to demonstrate and communicate effectively with individuals, carers/relatives and other professionals.</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to enable people to be as independent as possible. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sandra Forbes/ Rhay Duggan on 07749710987/ 07546655159 or email <a href="mailto:Forbes@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Forbes@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:Duggar@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Duggar@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior SEND Officer to join our SEND Team. The SEND Team are responsible for ensuring that the LA’s statutory duties towards individual children and young people with SEND are met.We are a busy team and deal with sensitive, and at times, difficult situations. The successful candidate will have good organisational and interpersonal skills, have experience of similar work within a public sector and will need to be able to travel within North Somerset and further afield to support out of area placementsIn this role, you willKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>To support the DfE returns using our data system eg Capita and link in with business intelligence team (SEN 2) Implement supporting internship programme linking in with local college. Pathways to Adulthood (transitions meeting with social care) attending relevant meetings to support this agenda. Represent the SEND team at the Disability Partnership working forum (post 18)</li><li>Oversight of mediation, including managing the mediation timetable and representing the LA at mediations. To work independently across the range of SEND duties. Ability to analyse designated areas of work and make decision to improve them. Ability to engage with service users and partner agencies within the relevant codes of practice values (dignity, respect etc) Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines and demonstrate an ability to respond in a flexible and professional manner. Understanding and recognition of professional &amp; personal boundaries To hold a full UK driving licence and availability of their own car for work use.</li><li>Attend mediation user group which includes reconsideration of future contracts.</li><li>Oversight of Parent communication (NSPCWT events) and supporting parent carer liaison officer.</li><li>To support the high Needs return annually for post 16 and out of area demands. Specific responsibilities SEND Caseload Operational Responsibility for Top Up Funding.</li><li>To support the improvement in quality of EHC plans by proof reading and quality assurance.</li><li>Work in partnership with service users and other agencies to develop and implement multi agency services and initiatives. Establish &amp; maintain appropriate links between service users and other professionals to encourage a clear understanding of each other’s priorities and ways of working.</li><li>Using enhanced knowledge and experience of SEND legislation and processes to support SEND Officers in the absence of line managers.</li><li>Line management and development of SEND team members, to improve service standards and achieve service delivery.</li><li>In conjunction with other SEND Managers, to develop and deliver training packages for all SEND staff.</li><li>Communicate effectively with parents, schools and other professionals (including parent representatives, e.g. solicitors) within mediation and tribunals.</li><li>To support the admissions process for special school places and to implement appropriate tracking mechanisms for these in liaison with relevant SEND officers.</li><li>Prepare documents/reports in accordance with legislation to provide information for use in meetings and formal proceedings, and to support developments within the SEND Team.</li><li>Take a supporting role in developing a range of interventions/processes, specific service or projects with clearly identified outcomes within an overall team plan.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position will be based at our Town Hall in Weston-super-Mare.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about SEND, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or experience to at least Level 4 or above, relevant to the service user group or equivalent.</li><li>Extensive experience of working within SEND including practical experience in statutory assessments, EHC plan writing, annual review processes, Mediations and Tribunals and working within the Children and Families Act, Regulations and Code of Practice.</li><li>Approved professional qualification relevant to the area of work or extensive practical experience of working with service user groups giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the services available, legal responsibilities, work practices and processes relevant to the role.</li><li>Experience of supervising/managing others’ work</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols and the threshold levels for service user groups. Ability to investigate and follow up on potential issues.</li><li>To be able to work independently across the range of SEND duties.</li><li>Ability to analyse designated areas of work and make decision to improve them.</li><li>Ability to engage with service users and partner agencies within the relevant codes of practice values (dignity, respect etc)</li><li>Ability to manage/organise own work to meet agreed deadlines and demonstrate an ability to respond in a flexible and professional manner.</li><li>Understanding and recognition of professional &amp; personal boundaries</li><li>To hold a full UK driving licence and availability of their own car for work use.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Mandy Plumridge, SEND Manager, <a href="mailto:mandy.plumridge@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">mandy.plumridge@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: To be confimedPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Senior SEND Officer

This is NOT a North Somerset Council vacancy, please contact Adoption West for further details:<a href="https://fa-euxi-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/6078/?utm_medium=jobshare&amp;utm_source=External+Job+Share" target="_blank">Clinical Psychologist</a>An Exciting New Opportunity to Shape Therapeutic Practice in AdoptionWe are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team in a newly developed role funded by Adoption England. This is part of a national initiative to enhance psychological support within adoption services, funded for 12 months with a strong ambition to extend and embed the role as a permanent part of our service. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s lives by embedding early and timely trauma-informed approaches and enhancing support for adoptive families.We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Clinical Psychologist who thrives on collaboration, creativity, and making a difference. Whether you're seeking full-time or part-time work, we welcome your expertise in helping us build a more responsive and effective service. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Deliver specialist, evidence-based interventions for children and adoptive parents, both pre- and post-adoption order, using innovative and engaging approaches.</li><li>Facilitate joint consultations with Adoption West staff and other professionals to strengthen trauma-informed practice.</li><li>Lead the progression of complex cases, ensuring timely intervention, resolution, and appropriate closure or transfer.</li><li>Interpret and integrate complex clinical information from multiple sources to develop clear, effective treatment plans.</li><li>Represent Adoption West professionally in multi-agency settings and with families.</li><li>Support the integration of user participation, outcome measures, and evidence-based approaches aligned with service improvement goals.</li><li>Contribute to the development of staff knowledge and skills across Adoption West.</li><li>Design and facilitate parenting programmes, training seminars, and structured support groups.</li><li>Provide specialist advice to help professionals better understand the diverse experiences of adopted children and young people.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist</li><li>Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience working with children and families affected by trauma</li><li>Strong understanding of adoption and permanency issues</li><li>Excellent communication, consultation, and collaborative working skills</li><li>Commitment to innovation, service development, and positive outcomes</li></ul>Why Join Us?This role offers a rare chance to shape therapeutic practice within a Regional Adoption Agency and contribute to meaningful change for children and families. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to continuous learning and improvement.As well as being part of the Adoption West team, appropriate clinical supervision will be provided. Additional Information:<ul><li>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require an Enhanced DBS check before appointment can be confirmed.</li><li>Confidentiality: Employees are expected to maintain the required level of confidentiality at all times in relation to their work.</li></ul>For an informal discussion about this role please contact:Alison Lewis, Service Director – <a href="mailto:alison.lewis@adoptionwest.co.uk" target="_blank">alison.lewis@adoptionwest.co.uk</a>Adoption West Behaviour Principles and Values:All candidates applying for Adoption West roles are assessed against the <a href="https://docs.jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/files/32919725-adoption-west-behaviour-principles-guidance-17-07-2020/" target="_blank">Behaviour Principles</a>and<a href="https://docs.jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/files/33299771-aw-values-17-07-2020/" target="_blank">Values </a>during the interviewing process.





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Clinical Psychologist- Adoption West

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleCommunity Meals is a hot meals service provided by North Somerset Council to people within North Somerset who have difficulty in preparing and cooking hot meals. We are looking to employ a flexible driver who are as passionate about our service as we. Community Meals drivers are more than a delivery person, they are in some instances the only contact our clients have with another person during their day. As part of the delivery service you will complete a welfare check, for example ensuring that the person is warm during winter months, or has sufficient drinks in warmer weather, reporting any concerns to the Business Support Team. We deliver our service for 363 days of the year, which includes weekends and Bank Holidays, pausing on Christmas Day and New Years Day. We currently have 2 kitchens, so you may drive from our Castlewood Kitchen based in Clevedon, or our Weston kitchen based in Worle Where a Council vehicle is used, to undertake vehicle safety checks and routines, reporting incidents as required in accordance with North Somerset operational policiesKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>To ensure daily work instructions are acknowledged and both planning and preparations for operational deployment are undertaken.</li></ul><ul><li>To effectively deliver community meals services to our clients in accordance with a journey plan, timetable and/or a delivery manifest, in a timely manner and with a person focused approach.</li></ul><ul><li>To undertake client welfare checks at each visit in line with agreed protocols and instructions on the schedule/plan, reporting any incidents and communicating any variances in accordance with council policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Where a Council vehicle is used, to position, collect and return the vehicle from multi point locations.</li></ul><ul><li>To maintain a current, valid driving licence (minimum of a Category B) and submit this routinely for review.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence This position is currently based at our Castlewood, Clevedon @ Worle kitchens. Please be advised that Castlewood will be closed by September 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-Super-Mare or within North Somerset.Work StyleAs a Community Meals delivery officer your working style falls into the mobile working category.About YouWe are looking for caring, compassionate individuals to work in a front facing person focused service within the Community Meals Team. You should be confident in working independently but also a keen team player. Being a clear and strong communicator that offers experience and understanding of supporting people who are older and / or disabled will be beneficial to the role. We are keen to invite interest that can demonstrate transferable skills within your career to date although full training and continuous professional development is offered.Under the direction of the Lead Driver and / or Community Meals Team Manager, to deliver high quality customer focused services that supports the work of this service.,. Duties will typically include delivering hot and cold meals within a prearranged, structured schedule to clients, where needed, plating meals and ensuring a hot / cold drink is available; in addition, checking that the person is well, and reporting any concerns in line with North Somerset procedures. Where a Council vehicle is used, operating fleet vehicles and taking them into the garage as part of a scheduled service plan. Use of own vehicle is supported subject to checks, and a mileage allowance will be paid in line with North Somerset travel policy.Successful applicants will be fully supported with training and shadowing opportunities as part of an induction and a be part of a dedicated staff team.This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.A valid Class B driving licence is essential for this role.What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 day’s annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/12270cd8d2.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Christine Ratcliffe, Community Meals Manager. <a href="mailto:christine.ratcliffe@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">christine.ratcliffe@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: TBCPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Weekend Community Meals Delivery Officers

**Closing Date Extended. Previous applicants need not apply as your application is still being considered**We are recruiting Casual Support Workers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 0 Hours Contract Type: 3 x Casual/Relief Location: Ty HapusTeam: Provider Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £14.82 per hour and offer access to training and development opportunities. We aim to provide care and support that promotes choice and independence for individuals with a learning disability and enable children and young people to experience fun with other individuals in a respite setting .As a support worker in Ty Hapus, the successful candidate will aid in the development, implementation, and review of individual care programs for children and young people aged from 4 up to, but not including, 18. You will provide support and guidance and deliver all aspects of personal care as needed by individuals, ensuring that the persons, privacy, dignity, respect, choices, independence and self-esteem are maintained at all times.The successful applicant will need to have experience of working in a care setting, be able to adopt a motivated, committed and flexible approach to duties, this involves evening and early mornings, weekend working, sleep in and bank holidays.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent as required by Social Care Wales.</li><li>Or the ability and commitment to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) within a specific timescale identified by the Team Manager or equivalent qualifications as required by Social Care Wales.</li><li>An understanding of the principles that underpin quality care ie promoting the well-being, voice and control of children and young people and respecting their views.</li><li>Experience with children and young people with disability and complex needs who require elements of support and assistance.</li></ul>-We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa Davies/Rhys Ayres on 01495 228839 or email <a href="mailto:DAVIELM@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK" target="_blank">davielm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / <a href="mailto:AYRESR@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK" target="_blank">ayresr@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. 





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Support Worker

We are recruiting Domiciliary Care Workers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 14 hours per week. These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. Contract Type: Permanent/Part Time Location: Community based This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Home Assistance Reablement Team (HART). We pay an attractive salary of £9,990 - £10,648 and offer access to training and development opportunities. H.A.R.T supports adults living within Caerphilly County Borough by working closely with health and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time in their own homes.As a member of our assessment service, you will provide short-term support to individuals during their care and support assessment process. You will regularly update key workers on progress and work across all HART services.Depending on the level of support required, this role may involve working alone or alongside a colleague. We offer tailored, work-based training designed to enhance your existing skills and help you develop new ones. Various contracts are available. Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following: <ul><li>Comprehensive induction.</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development.</li><li>An embedded risk assessment model.</li><li>Regular supervision, annual appraisal and opportunities for reflective practice.</li><li>Supportive and experienced Monitoring officers and Seniors.</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the Senior Management Team. </li></ul>We welcome applications from experienced staff or people wanting to start a career in care. For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li> Knowledge of domiciliary care regulations.</li><li> Experience of providing / assisting with care, either in present / previous employment or for a family member.</li><li> Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings, visit individuals.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sian Howell on 01443 873556 or email <a href="mailto:howels6@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">howels6@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> or Kelly-Ann Cegielski on 01443 864717 or email <a href="mailto:cegiek1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">cegiek1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport, or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. Permanent positions will require you to work flexibly including weekend and Bank Holiday work.





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Domiciliary Care Worker

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 Hours Contract Type: Permanent/Part Time Location: Tredomen This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Children’s Services Team. We pay an attractive salary of £21,419 - £23,071 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The Successful applicant will assist and support the Team Manager in mentoring and providing formal supervision for team members. You will assist other staff in developing and facilitating group work sessions and will be required to contribute to service developments. You will need excellent assessment and analysis skills and the ability to engage and communicate effectively with Foster Carers their families and children who are looked after, with a focus on wellbeing, safety of children and be able to support and guide Foster Carers to build on their holistic skills as well as a commitment to improve outcomes for children and young people. The Team has responsibility for recruiting, assessing, supporting, supervising and reviewing general foster carers, alongside completing Connected Persons Assessments of family members/connected persons for a child who cannot, or may not be able to remain with their birth family. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successfully completed the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation and statutory regulations, research and practice in relation to the relevant service area.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carla Perry/Colette Limbrick on 07789371781/07918423530 or email <a href="mailto:perrycl@aerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">perrycl@aerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:limbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">limbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk </a>for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Senior Practitioner - Fostering

Sharing home, family and community lifeThe South East Wales Shared Lives Scheme offers a unique community based service for adults who need care and support in Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Newport and Torfaen and Rhondda Cynon Taff.&nbsp; Individuals are matched with compatible Shared Lives carers who offer to share their home, family and community lives.Shared Lives carers are carefully selected, assessed, trained and supported by the scheme. They come from all walks of life and choose to care for a wide variety of reasons. Shared Lives carers are united through their enthusiasm, commitment, and positive motivation to make a real difference in people’s lives.The flexibility of Shared Lives means that carers can provide support for lots of different people in a wide range of situations. Individuals supported in Shared Lives may have learning or physical disabilities; they may be older people some who are frail or living with dementia, or people with mental health problems.Shared Lives carers are self-employed and provide arrangements in their own homes, with the option of providing long term arrangements, short-term, respite,emergency or hourly sessional support.Shared Lives carers can also provide arrangements which may prevent people being admitted into hospital, and people can be discharged from hospital into a Shared Lives setting for a period of recovery and assessment before returning home.The Scheme is currently recruiting carers in all areas.If after reading the job description you feel this rewarding opportunity is for you, then please complete an application form via the team on the telephone number below or follow the link below to make your request by emailIf you are interested in making a difference to someone's life by becoming a Shared Lives carer, contact the South East Wales Shared Lives Scheme on 01443 864784, email <a href="mailto:adultp@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">adultp@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> or visit the website <a href="http://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/sharedlives" target="_blank">www.caerphilly.gov.uk/sharedlives</a>To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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