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We have an exciting opportunity for a committed worker, with experience of working with 16–25 year olds, to join our team as a Leaving Care Personal Adviser.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will develop an effective working relationship with young people eligible for leaving care services. You will motivate and effectively support them to engage in education, training and employment whilst ensuring they effectively handle their finances, live in suitable housing, and have the necessary emotional resilience and skills for independence.
As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will need a wide range of skills including knowledge of issues that impact care leavers and unaccompanied young people. You will play a key part in supporting them into adulthood and preparing them with skills to ensure they have the best chances moving forward independently.
You will need to think creatively and take the lead on some participation and group activities for the cohort of care leavers that we work with.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Leaving Care Team is a small, dedicated team providing essential support to ensure we provide the best support to our vulnerable young people and care leavers.
We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council, “Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”.
Inspectors concluded that Social Workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
You will be supported to carry out the following duties, responsibilities and training…
<ul>
<li>Carry out holistic assessments of young people leaving care.</li>
<li>To act as a personal adviser to a caseload of young people leaving care.</li>
<li>To promote the Leaving Care Service to partner agencies.</li>
<li>To work in partnership with other professionals.</li>
<li>To actively refer care leavers into appropriate services.</li>
<li>To maintain appropriate case management records.</li>
<li>To work flexibly to meet the needs of young people leaving care. This may include traveling out of area and working in the evening.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
(* pro rata for part-time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29th July 2025 and Thursday 31st July 2025
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Chloe Herniman,Team Manager – Life Chances
Tel.: 01344 354336
Email: <a href="mailto:Chloe.Herniman@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chloe.Herniman@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Leaving Care Personal Adviser

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We are a local authority working for the
 community, improving the lives of our residents and we are
 looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker with
 mental health and social care experience to join our Mental
 Health Social Care Team. This role primarily focuses on
 supporting the Team / Team Manager with the S117 process and
 undertaking reviews. There is the opportunity to work flexibly
 and support the drive towards excellent S117 plans for people and
 their families. 
 
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as
 diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading
 Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is
 committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people
 with disabilities. 
 
Working as a Senior Social Worker for
 Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and
 supporting team.&nbsp; We are looking for an individual who can
 demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build
 and maintain relationships with adults of all ages, colleagues
 and health partners.

About the
 Role:
The Mental Health Social Care Team work
 with adults with a diagnosis of functional mental
 disorder. 
 
We use the Conversation Counts model and the team offer the full
 range of social care interventions for the client group, from
 advice and signposting, adult safeguarding, discharges from the
 psychiatric hospital, to initial assessments under the Care Act
 and commissioning of services to meet eligible needs or mental
 health aftercare needs under S117 Mental Health Act 1989 and
 onward reviews. 
 
Good knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act is pivotal to the role
 and experience of court work and Community DOLS is required. We
 welcome applications for AMHPs. The team takes a strengths based
 approach and aims to help individuals tap into support available
 in their local network where possible with an aim of preventing
 needs arising and promoting independence in their own
 home. 
 
We benefit from a mental health reablement service which supports
 our clients to meet their goals and retain independence and
 recover from periods of ill health. 
 
Have a particular focus on reviewing and
 S117 aftercare, you will support the team manager with quality
 assurance of S117 applications across the council and the process
 and we are particularly looking for someone highly organised and
 efficient.
 
You will hold a small varied caseload as well as providing
 supervision, guidance and oversight to a group of social care
 practitioners, operating as the duty manager for the team on a
 rota basis and deputising for the Team Manager as necessary.&nbsp; You
 will contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for
 our residents. 
 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute,
 guidance, policies and procedures. 
 
You will need to have:
<ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent in Social
 Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work
 England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and
 relevant legislation that guides Adult Social Care.</li>
<li>Understanding and experience in working
 with the MHA 1983 (as amended 2007) and the MCA 2005)</li>
<li>Significant understanding and experience
 in working with adults with serious mental illness.</li>
<li>Good teamwork and networking skills</li>
<li>A proven ability to focus on good
 outcomes for people</li>
</ul>
 
We offer excellent support, supervision and induction.&nbsp; You will
 have access to our Learning and Development programme and be
 supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities
 to learn and develop. There are opportunities for training as an
 Approved Mental Health Professional, BIA or practice
 educator. 
 
We work closely with our colleagues within Reading Borough
 Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues
 to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we
 support. 
 
This role offers Agile/Hybrid Working you
 have the opportunity to work from home and the Civic Offices in
 Reading but also you will need to attend face to face visits
 within the Reading Borough.
&nbsp; 
You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play
 their part to the best of their ability. As well as the
 colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be
 part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making
 Reading a successful and vibrant place. 
 
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a
 great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the
 benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we
 will achieve this: 
 
Work Together as one team -
work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and
 demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency
 - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put
 forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take
 responsibility for our own learning and development and for
 reaching our potential
Be Ambitious
 - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be
 even better and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders
 in a constructive and positive way
Make a
 Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of
 customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the
 services needed at the time they are needed
 
Our offer A competitive
 salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days
 holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after
 5 years LG continuous service and 33 days after 10 years'
 service in Reading, with the option to buy additional
 leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick
 pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and
 learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme
 (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery)
 rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with
 the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
</ul>
 
If you would like to find out more
 about this role and the team, please contact Penny Conroy, Mental
 Health Social Care Team Manager, on 07580 539 875 or
<a href="mailto:penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Applications to be reviewed
 upon submission 
Interview date: To be confirmed 
&nbsp;
Please note that the closing date is given
 as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a
 sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore,
 it is strongly advised that you complete and return your
 application as soon as possible to avoid
 disappointment. 
 
Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading's Community &amp;
 Adult Social Care Services. It's a chance to hear from the people
 who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their
 professional destination.

Reading Borough Council

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Social Care Team

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Specialist Case Officer to join our CHC/117 Team in Adult Social Care here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Specialist Case Officer, you will play a key role in identifying, receiving and logging potential cases for Continuing Health Care (CHC) and section 117 (S117), that are referred from colleagues or identified through assessment.
You will need to assess whether the cases would justify further investigation and determine what further action may be required.
We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate individual who is motivated to help the residents within the community!
Benefits
Not only if this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive a host of incredible benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Processing referrals for CHC/117 clients</li>
<li>Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team for CHC assessments</li>
<li>Attending MDT meetings</li>
<li>Collating and gathering evidence for clients with a Primary Health Need</li>
<li>Keeping accurate records of outcomes and decisions</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Recognised qualification in Social Work, Occupational Health or Nursing</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Care Act 2014</li>
<li>Knowledge of the NHS Continuing HealthCare Framework and the Section 117 process</li>
<li>Background in working with individuals with complex health needs</li>
<li>Full UK Driving License &amp; use of car</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact Amanda Brierley via email <a href="mailto:Amanda.Brierley@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amanda.Brierley@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 27th July 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Specialist Case Officer

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Fixed Term Service Delivery Officer required part time for 22.5 hours per week.
The working pattern required is 9am to 5pm Tuesdays in the office, Thursdays and Fridays 9am to 5pm either in the office or working from home (one Thursday a month will need to be in the office due to Foster Panel being held).
Do you have an administration background and have experience of taking minutes of meetings?&nbsp; If so, we would love to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Service Delivery Officer, to join us as a key member of the Family Placements team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a part-time, 12-Month Fixed Term Contract.
This team are responsible for the recruitment, training and support of our WBC foster carers and connected carers.
This is a rewarding role, supporting the work of our social workers and contributing to making a difference to the lives of young people in our borough.
The work is varied and includes the administration of the monthly Foster Panel meeting, this is where new foster carers are approved, carers are matched to children long term and annual reviews of our carers are held.&nbsp; You would also be responsible for processing new applications for prospective carers, ensuring all necessary checks are completed and recorded, keeping up to date records and assisting with events for our carers and young people and recruitment drives.
Communication skills are key as you will be liaising with foster carers over the phone, by email and face to face at events and training, you will also be required to take phone calls on our online system for the whole of Children’s Services. Full training will be given.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Support the effective and efficient delivery of statutory provision across the Children’s Services directorate with a particular focus on Placements.</li>
<li>Manage the process for Foster Carer, Family &amp; Friends and Special Guardianship Order applications and ensure all agency checks are checked and completed including Ofsted, Local Authority, Medicals and DBS checks</li>
<li>Collate, prepare and circulate meeting papers. Record and/or minute statutory meetings for example the Placement Stability Meetings, Foster Carer Forum and Panels. Ensure all actions are recorded and follow up on actions as appropriate to support the service to meet statutory timescales.</li>
<li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including parents/carers, schools and other professionals and issue high quality written correspondence in line with statutory requirements and internal processes. For example, outcomes from panel and preparing and drafting correspondence including legal documents.</li>
<li>Support the service to ensure all documentation and information is recorded on the required systems. For example, on Mosaic and NEC DM.</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>High level of administrative/organisational and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Record/Minute taking</li>
<li>Professional, attentive and at the same time have an understanding and empathy of the families’ circumstances.</li>
<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to build sound relationships with officers, partners and families adapting styles to different situations.</li>
</ul>
Our Area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Karen McAuley, Team Leader, Service Delivery at <a href="mailto:Karen.McAuley@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.McAuley@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date:&nbsp;20th July 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying. 
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. 
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Service Delivery Officer: Family Placements Team

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview London Borough of Harrow is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to provide a high quality and effective social work service, which responds to the needs of people with lived experiences with care and support needs, their informal carers and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. All assessments and support plans will be completed in accordance with the wellbeing principles of the Care Act 2014 and reflects a strengths-based approach.We have exciting opportunities for permanent social workers who are passionate about empowering citizens to reach their full potential in our integrated neighbourhood teams, safeguarding adults, mental health team, transitions and review team.Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you passionate about supporting adults with care and support needs to live fulfilling and independent lives? Guidance, support, and supervision will be provided in accordance with the individual’s experience and capabilities and in line with our Supervision Policy. About You The successful applicant will have:<ul><li>Must hold a qualification in Social Work </li><li>Good demonstrable understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 Mental Health Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. </li><li>Have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience. (BSc/MA in Social Work, Dip SW/HE or CQSW).</li><li>Knowledge of social work models and interventions, including strengths-based practice models (Desirable).</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of discriminated groups and the ability to ensure that services are appropriately delivered to meet their needs (Desirable).</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=19140&amp;hashed=-1474520762" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. 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, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Social Worker - Adults

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Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams.&nbsp; We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos.&nbsp; Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.&nbsp;
We currently have vacancies for experienced and motivated Social Workers within the Adult Social Care Hospital Team who can respond to general enquiries and crisis situations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We are seeking candidates that are able to provide seven day service coverage, including weekends, based at acute hospitals on an adhoc basis as required.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You will be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with at least two years of experience working in statutory social services, typically within a local authority setting.
You will bring excellent knowledge of best practice and legislation, and approach your work with professionalism, motivation, and a “can do” attitude.
You will be committed to working in a strength-based, person-centred way to support people in achieving better outcomes and greater independence.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Our Adult Social Care Hospital Team plays a vital role in supporting some of our most vulnerable residents to get their lives firmly back on track. We use a strength-based approach, placing the person at the heart of everything we do.
Our social workers are given the time to build meaningful relationships and understand the individual needs of those they support—because we believe in working with people to change lives for the better.
We are proud of the care we provide and the positive difference we make in our community. Integrated working is at the core of our practice. We work closely with health and community partners to ensure that people only go into hospital when absolutely necessary—and when they do, we help them return home as quickly and safely as possible. Our intermediate care and discharge-to-assess services are designed to keep people in their own homes, where they feel most comfortable and supported.
Through regular multidisciplinary forums, our residents benefit from coordinated, holistic care that is responsive and seamless. We understand the pressures that can come with working in Adult Social Care, which is why we are deeply committed to supporting our staff. You will receive regular supervision, access to training and opportunities to grow and develop in your role. We actively listen to our team, encourage feedback, and value suggestions that help us improve the way we deliver services together.
<h3>Key responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
<li>Manage a caseload, organising and prioritising the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</li>
<li>Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, connecting people and their families to their community and social networks enabling them to live within their own communities, and to ensure people have the right care, at the right time in the right place.</li>
<li>Take a strengths-based approach to support people to live the best life they can and reduce dependence on long term care.</li>
<li>Support in delivering and maintaining high standards of performance across the service</li>
<li>Work within allocated resources as set out in our scheme of delegation.</li>
<li>Take an evidence-based approach to practice.</li>
<li>Take an active part in your own supervision and appraisal in accordance with the departmental supervision policy and council's appraisal policy.</li>
<li>Take responsibility for your own learning, including mandatory and recommended training,</li>
<li>Lead on specific areas of work as required.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h4>Our support...</h4>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held the week commencing 4th August 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Naveen Pulluru, Assistant Community Services Manager - Hospital Team: 01344 351860
Or
Leena Chand, Community Services Manager - Hospital Team: 01344 354468
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Social Worker - Hospital Team

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



We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in our Family Safeguarding team, on a full-time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
If you are passionate about supporting families in making positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
Read more about our culture and what our staff say <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Four-culture&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAriana.Burdfield%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cad347b02f91b4bbad25908ddb5531965%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638866090708602874%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=MW%2FXb%2B3I8p0wnuGl2PEf%2BpYM6iiMvCAi4sxVWLmigoc%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Children's social care culture | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>About you…</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and at least three years post qualifying experience within children’s social care that includes child protection, public law outline and care proceedings.
To succeed in this role, you will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. Strong experience of multi-agency working, working in partnership and co-producing needs led safety plans for children and young people. You will have excellent recording skills, and the ability to produce quality assessments, reports and statements for court.
You will role model and champion good social work practice, are able to evidence relevant continued professional development, will support others in sharing your knowledge and experience and contribute to our inclusive culture.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Bracknell Forest Council have a nationally recognised practice model – the ‘Family Safeguarding Model’
Working collaboratively with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, is at the heart of the embedded Family Safeguarding Model; an approach which is underpinned by Motivational Interviewing (MI).&nbsp; This&nbsp;ensures families, children and young people feel empowered, and enables parents to make the positive changes needed, to achieve improved outcomes for their children and their own wellbeing.&nbsp;
We are graded by Ofsted as “Outstanding”.&nbsp;&nbsp;In June 2022 Ofsted identified during our inspection that
“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
In November 2023 our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:
<ul>
<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers.</li>
<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children.</li>
<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest</li>
<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders.</li>
</ul>
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Because we’re Bracknell Forest…….. a great place to learn and develop your practice.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>
<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertaking child protection enquiries.</li>
<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with some short-term work.</li>
<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
* pro rata for part-time
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on Monday 28th July 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Cheryl Perry -&nbsp;Head Of Service - Family Safeguarding
<a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Cheryl.Perry@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Or:
Helen Gore -&nbsp;Principal Social Worker
<a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Senior Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

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We are a Local Authority working for the community, improving the lives of our residents and we’re looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker to join our Advice and Wellbeing Hub – SW Pathway.
 We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality advice, early intervention, and support to those accessing the hub. You will provide professional leadership, undertake complex assessments, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote wellbeing and safeguard vulnerable individuals. &nbsp;
The Advice and Wellbeing Hub comprises a Social Work and OT pathways.&nbsp; The team takes all the new referrals into Adult Social Care for people 18 years upwards.&nbsp; It is a busy, supportive and friendly team, working with people of all ages and backgrounds and their families and carers. We use a Conversations Count strengths-based model to promote choice and control and achieve excellent outcomes. You will work with individuals who have been referred for support for up to 6 weeks, to maximise their independence in their own homes. Promoting choice and control and using a strength-based approach.

About the Role:
Your duties as Senior Social Worker include providing supervision to the Social Workers and Social Care Coordinators within the team and to undertake joint visits with other members of the team to support with knowledge sharing and skills development. You will also support the Team Manager in some aspects of managing the team as a whole and service development
The role involves you undertaking work using the Conversation Counts model, working on prevention and early support. Using your social work expertise, you will conduct Care Act assessments, safeguarding investigations, and Mental Capacity assessments, as well as facilitate best interest meetings. 
This role involves working with adults with diverse needs, including individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older adults, and those affected by substance or alcohol misuse. Additionally, you will provide information, advice, and support to carers, helping them navigate available resources and services. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and experience in Adult Social Care, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to individuals in their own homes. You will be part of a friendly and supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. 
We offer a flexible working environment with a mixture of home working and access to an office based in the centre of Reading. 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. 
You will need to have:
<ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social work England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>
</ul>
You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. 
We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed 
Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement.</li>
</ul>
If you would like to find out more about this role please contact Caroline Marsh - Team Manager on 0118 937 3672, <a href="mailto:caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.marsh@reading.gov.uk</a>
 Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: TBA Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

Senior Social Worker - Advice and Wellbeing Hub

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



We have an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join our Integrated Mental Health Service, here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As a Senior Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) you will join a passionate and dynamic team, playing an integral role as, we collaborate with The Health Trust to transform our services and develop a dedicated social care pathway.
Both Wokingham Borough Council and The Health Trust recognise the benefits of integration, which include holistic support for people accessing the service, peer support and working collaboratively on casework for CMHT (Community Mental Health Team) colleagues. Although WBC staff will manage social care and BHFT will provide health care separately, the service will collaborate closely as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for service users.&nbsp;
Wokingham CMHT is committed to professional development and has excellent working relationships with health colleagues and colleagues in Adult Social Care.
We have a number of service development initiatives coming up, including development of a hospital discharge team and an Occupational Therapy-led reablement service so it’s an exciting time to join us.
Additionally, if you’re AMHP who has been out of practice, we may be able to support your re-approval to you get back up and running.&nbsp; If you’re not yet an AMHP we will consider applications from those keen to undertake the training.
Benefits
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐&nbsp;A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ If the successful candidate is an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) there will be the opportunity to be approved by Wokingham and contribute to the AMHP rota and receive the AMHP allowance (£5355 - £7000 depending on experience).
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Hold a mental health caseload, providing care and services for people who have severe and /or enduring mental health difficulties.</li>
<li>Produce care plans and risk management plans and ensure their effective implementation.</li>
<li>Act in a supervisory role to other team members and provide supervision in line with the CMHT Joint Supervision Policy.</li>
<li>Identify safeguarding adult and children concerns and implement safeguarding policies and processes.</li>
<li>Maintain high standards of quality in clinical recording, ensuring information is recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date.</li>
<li>Carry out a reviewing function with people in long term stable placements who have care packages in place.</li>
<li>Comply with all service requirements in terms of lone working in the community.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Hold an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification/be willing to undertake training to be an AMHP.</li>
<li>Have a comprehensive understanding of Safeguarding, the MHA, MCA, CA and Human Rights legislation.</li>
<li>Be a skilled communicator, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and customers</li>
<li>Be well organised with excellent time management skills.</li>
<li>Strong IT skills.</li>
</ul>
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today.
Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact Charlotte Carpenter&nbsp;via <a href="mailto:emailCharlotte.Carpenter@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">emailCharlotte.Carpenter@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing: 29th July 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Senior Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamHospital Team, Reablement and (START) ServiceThe Hospital Pathway and Reablement (START) Service is dedicated to facilitating safe and timely discharges for residents transitioning from hospital to home. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with NHS colleagues to ensure that individuals receive seamless, holistic care tailored to their unique needs.&nbsp; We empower our residents to regain their independence and confidence, providing personalised rehabilitation care plans that enhance their ability to perform daily activities. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care, where each individual needs, guide the support we offer. We also engage with families and carers, equipping them with the knowledge and resources necessary to foster recovery at home. Our objective is to prevent hospital readmissions but also promote the overall well-being of our residents, enabling them to thrive within their communitiesAbout the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Adult Social Care as an Assistant Team Manager and receive a generous Welcome Bonus of £1000, paid in your first month's salary. With a total package up to £57,172 including bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in social care.We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Team Manager to join our Hospital Pathway Team, to lead and facilitate the hospital discharge service. This role will be based on-site at St Helier Hospital, within the Transfer of Care Hub (TOCH) alongside health partners as a single point of referral for all hospital discharges.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Support the Team Manager to lead and manage the hospital pathway team on-site, providing clear direction and support to ensure effective and timely discharges from hospital.</li><li>Collaborate with healthcare professionals and their families to develop comprehensive discharge plans.</li><li>Oversee the assessment of&nbsp; social care needs, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.</li><li>Monitor and evaluate the discharge process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.</li><li>Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development.</li></ul>Reporting directly to the Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents receive person-centred care, from admission to discharge. You will lead a skilled and dedicated team, providing clear direction and guidance to facilitate timely and effective hospital discharge.Your expertise and leadership will help to improve outcomes, reduce length of stay, and promote seamless transitions to community care.&nbsp; Collaboration is key to our success, and you will work closely with external agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for our residents.&nbsp;If you are dedicated and experienced in working within a hospital setting and discharge pathway, and are looking to take on a challenging yet rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.About You&nbsp;This position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced social workers who have demonstrated strong management and leadership capabilities, ideally within a local authority context. As a subject matter expert in social care, you will be expected to possess an in-depth knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and guidance pertinent to social work practice.You will play a pivotal role in supporting staff to adopt creative and innovative approaches while effectively managing your own time to meet tight deadlines and demonstrate measurable outcomes. Furthermore, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of work delivered by your team meets established standards.Key qualifications and competencies for the role include:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Work, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree.</li><li>Registration with Social Work England</li><li>Extensive post-qualification practice experience, coupled with strong leadership and managerial skills to effectively manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team of social care professionals.</li><li>Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and best practices within the field of social care.</li><li>Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and community partners to achieve shared objectives.</li></ul>If you are a dedicated and experienced Social Worker or an established Assistant Manager looking to take on a challenging yet rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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30 Social Work Jobs in Bracknell, UK