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The time commitment will be approximately 20 panel sessions per year, with a payment rate of £500 per panel, plus reasonable expenses incurred. Attendance at 2 training sessions per year is required and travel expenses will be covered. Panel sessions are held online.
PACT is one of the UK’s leading independent adoption charities, placing children with secure and loving families and supporting them with specialist therapeutic support.
Our external Adoption Panel Members play a vital role at PACT by carefully considering applications from those wishing to become adoptive parents. We are currently seeking an independent Adoption Panel Chair, to lead our online panel in making fair, informed recommendation outcomes to a high quality standard.
You will bring an understanding of the adoption process, gained from professional or personal experience, and will be competently skilled in chairing complex meetings. You’ll be capable of facilitating active participation and ensure the panel operates within a clear regulatory and policy framework.
With an awareness of the richness of different kinds of families and their potential for meeting children/s needs, we would love to hear from you if you can bring different experiences, knowledge and perspectives to our panel member group.&nbsp;
We are actively working to ensure that equality and inclusion is embedded in everything that we do. It is central to our work with vulnerable children and families, and championed by our community. However, we know there is more we can do. We want to do all we can for our service users, and we want everyone at PACT to feel a sense of belonging. To support this aim, we are working proactively to develop a panel member group that it is representative of our diverse service users (both current and prospective), volunteer community and our wider eco-system. We also know the value of having panel members who champion inclusive values and bring a wide variety of perspectives to our organisation. We welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, cultures and experience to apply for this role.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Stollard, Panel Advisor at <a href="mailto:sarah.stollard@pactcharity.org" target="_blank">sarah.stollard@pactcharity.org</a>.
If you believe you can contribute to the skills and diversity of our panel as Independent Adoption Panel Chair, then <a href="https://www.pactcharity.org/careers/contractors/" target="_blank">apply here today</a> to join a dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful. We look forward to hearing from you!
Early applications are encouraged as we may review and appoint on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is secured.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Fri 30 January 2026
Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 18 February 2026 
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Independent Adoption Panel, Adoption Panel Member, Adoption Panel Representative, Adoption Panel Chair, Adoption Panel Vice Chair, etc.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards. 
Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role. 
All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.

Independent Adoption Panel Chair

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:Runcorn Locality Team are keen to recruit a part time Early Help Family Worker to join our dedicated and experienced team of Family Workers. We are looking for a practitioner who is enthusiastic and committed to working with families who have multiple and complex needs.Runcorn Locality Team are based in Runcorn Family Hubs (Brookvale or Halton Lodge), but you will be required to visit families in their own homes and support with them in other venues in the community.Hours: 30 per week, working pattern negotiable.Your Contributions:You will need to have a thorough understanding of safeguarding, and have previous experience of working with families of children aged 0-18 years who are dealing with issues such as poor adult and child mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, exploitation, missing from home, family breakdown, housing and financial difficulties.The Early Help Family Worker role includes that of Lead Professional to complete MAP assessments, coordinate services and implement &amp; review action plans. You will undertake direct work with young people, parents and carers in areas such as positive parenting, behaviour management and family relationships, ensuring that the voice of the child influences their support plan. You will be working with other professionals to deliver group work and training to parents, carers and young people.You will manage an individual caseload and as such be able to prioritise your own workload and meet challenging deadlines. Your case recording must be clear, analytical and timely. In return, you will receive regular, high quality supervision, support and training, and benefit from the existing knowledge and professionalism of your peers.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:• A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service• Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions• 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme• Investment in your personal development • Free Car Parking at HBC sites • Flexible working arrangements • Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance ProgrammeNext Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Krista Hibbert on 0151 511 8199.Interviews will provisionally take place w/c 26th January 2026. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Early Help Family Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 hours Week 1 – 7.24 Wednesday – Friday Week 2 – 7.24 Thursday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time Location: TredomenTeam: Adult Services, Older People This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £19,576 - £20,885 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you effective at building positive working relationships with good communication and IT skills?Do you have genuine passion and commitment to improve outcomes for Older people and their Carers?Do you want to work collaboratively to promote "what matters" with older people and their Carers? If you have these qualities, we would love to hear from you!We are recruiting a Social Worker who has the right values, motivation and commitment to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment. There is significant emphasis on achieving best practice.The successful candidate will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care Workers to deliver an effective social work service. An understanding of current legislation and policy in Wales will be essential.The post will involve working with individuals to help them find appropriate solutions at times of difficulty, as well as in the long term. It will also entail safeguarding people from abuse and neglect. Where intervention is required, you will be expected to provide a proportionate and timely response to support individuals and their carers.The post holder will undertake assessments, reviews and contribute to the duty rota within the team. Those applying will need to have a good understanding of an outcome- focused approach to social work and the application of the principles &amp; eligibility criteria set out in the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.We have an established culture of team work where staff are supportive of each other.Applications from newly qualified as well as experienced social workers is welcomed.For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1st April 2016).</li><li>The ability to assess and devise care and support plans in a creative manner to promote wellbeing.</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 visit clients and attend meetings. </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 Joanna Webb on 01443 866930 or email <a href="mailto:webbj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webbj@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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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Social Worker

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1 Year Fixed Term&nbsp;
21 Hours Per Week 39 Weeks Per Year
Band G
Inspire. Support. Safeguard. Make a Difference.
 At Rock Ferry Primary School, part of Cheshire Academies Trust, we are proud to be an inclusive and nurturing school community where every child is encouraged to “be the best they can be.” We are known for the warm, welcoming atmosphere that greets every visitor – a reflection of our strong commitment to emotional wellbeing, positive relationships, and an environment where children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
 We are seeking a passionate and experienced Safeguarding and Family Welfare Officer to join our dedicated team. This key role involves working closely with children and families to provide support, access services, and ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and pastoral care. About the Role As our school-based Safeguarding &amp; Family Welfare Officer, you will: Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), managing safeguarding referrals and representing the school at Core Group and Strategy Meetings. Be a primary point of contact for staff, pupils and families regarding safeguarding concerns. Work directly with vulnerable children and families to identify barriers, provide support, and deliver planned interventions. Liaise with external agencies and refer families to appropriate services, ensuring a co-ordinated approach to care and support. Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding procedures. Demonstrate courage and professionalism when having difficult conversations and supporting those in crisis. Dovetail into work begun by the attendance officer to promote and support in overcoming barriers at early help level. This is a highly rewarding role in a school where the wellbeing and safety of every child is at the heart of what we do. What we’re Looking For We are looking for someone who: Has a clear understanding of safeguarding processes and child protection procedures. Is experienced in working with vulnerable children and families, with a commitment to improving outcomes. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong, respectful relationships. Is emotionally resilient, empathetic, and proactive. Is willing to embrace our trauma-informed approach and work in line with our values and ethos. Understands the importance of advocacy and inclusion, and always puts children first.
 Rock Ferry Primary is a proud Gold Award holder for Attachment and Trauma Sensitive Schools (ATTSA). We are a trauma-informed school that values care, compassion, and relational practice.
Rock Ferry Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share these values. &nbsp;Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This includes a request for references, prior to interview. Shortlisted candidates are expected to provide evidence of qualifications at interview and a satisfactory, enhanced DBS check will be undertaken before final confirmation to the successful candidate. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.&nbsp;
 Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit an application through MyNewTerm website our online portal, outlining your suitability for the role and how you would contribute to the vision and values of Rock Ferry Primary School. <a href="https://mynewterm.com/jobs/150115/EDV-2025-RFPS-04804" target="_blank">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/150115/EDV-2025-RFPS-04804</a>
 Further details of deadlines and other information can be found on the School and Cheshire Academies Trust websites. Application forms for the above post are available via our school website: <a href="https://www.rockferry.wirral.sch.uk/page/vacancies/154869" target="_blank">https://www.rockferry.wirral.sch.uk/page/vacancies/154869</a> For more information and to apply, please visit contact the School Business Manager Carol Findlay at <a href="mailto:schooloffice@rockferry.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">schooloffice@rockferry.wirral.sch.uk</a>

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Job Title:&nbsp;Forensic Psychologist
Location:&nbsp;Bermondsey (This service does not have step free access)
Salary:&nbsp;£50,000 (Full time equivalent)
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. (May be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements)
<h4>About the Role</h4>
A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research.
Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
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<li>Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice.</li>
<li>Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics.</li>
<li>Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement.</li>
<li>Exercising clinical responsibility for residents’ psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions.</li>
<li>Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident’s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community.</li>
<li>Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs.</li>
<li>Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.</li>
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<h4>About You</h4>
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You’ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you’ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for:
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<li>Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology</li>
<li>Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting</li>
<li>Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others</li>
<li>Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others</li>
<li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li>
<li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement</li>
<li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
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<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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