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Children's Social Care Advocate x2 posts PO7: Starting salary £61,686 pa rising in annual increments to £64,938 per annum incl LW&nbsp;plus £5,000 pa market supplement&nbsp; In addition to the salary,&nbsp;we also offer legally qualified new starters a £5000 welcome bonus which is payable 50% after 6 months and 50% after 12 months in the role. Hybrid working About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp; With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Team: Lambeth Legal Services is an in-house practice, committed to providing a high quality, effective and value for money legal service to the Council's support officers and members, to ensure that the Council exercises its powers and duties lawfully. We are passionate about driving excellence and innovation to ensure we meet the evolving needs of our borough, and our council. Lambeth is a vibrant and diverse borough with immense potential, and we are committed to contributing to positive change within our communities, building on its strengths while addressing the challenges we face. We are embarking on a period of transformation, building an operating model that meets the needs of the business and aligns with the council’s strategic objectives. Legal Services is committed to the Law Society's Practice Management Standard (Lexcel). You will be joining a specialist child litigation team which offers expert legal advice and support to the Council in all aspects of child protection and welfare law.&nbsp; The team prides itself on being able to provide cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation to the Council, upholding our values of equity, kindness, accountability and ambition You will work within a friendly, supportive, collaborative team environment. The Role: We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX Advocate ideally from within the public sector to join our expanding team of experienced professionals and play a vital role in helping to deliver focused, high-quality advice and representation.&nbsp; The successful candidate will be expected to&nbsp;provide advocacy as an in-house advocate in Social Services matters to include contested and final hearings of up to 14 days including care, placement, adoption, DOL and private law proceedings.&nbsp; <ul>
<li> You will need to be able to deliver at pace, specialist advice on complex legal matters that is informed by appropriate legal and factual analysis and identifies the consequences of different options, as required with minimum supervision in a variety of forums.&nbsp; </li> <li> You will be responsible for ensuring the Council receives cost effective high quality, accurate, strategic, solutions focused legal advice and representation in the areas of childcare law, local government law and such other areas as are allocated from time to time. </li> <li> You will need to be enthusiastic, highly organised, proactive, flexible, able to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines and work as part of a team&nbsp;and on your own initiative. We are looking for individuals with a real commitment to the job.&nbsp; </li> <li> You will support the Principal Social Care Lawyer in meeting operational requirements, service level agreements and performance targets. </li> <li> You will&nbsp;build and maintain excellent client relations acting as a role model to achieve service and council wide objectives. </li> <li>This post requires a qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEx with a current practising certificate and experience of working in childcare/child litigation.</li> </ul> This post is subject to a Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs" target="_blank">www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs</a>. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ellie Rae at <a href="mailto:ERae2@Lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">ERae2@Lambeth.gov.uk</a> How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.&nbsp; We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 28 September 2025. Shortlisting: 29 and 30 September 2025. Interviews will be held from 6 to 10 October 2025. Benefits: &lt;

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SEND ASSISTANT CASE OFFICER £38,256&nbsp;to £39,276pa Permanent – full time Hybrid – Newham Dockside Deadline for applications: 21/09/2025&nbsp;23:59&nbsp; JOIN US TO BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM At Newham we are ambitious for our children and young people with additional needs. Our aim is to make Newham the best place for all to live, learn and thrive; building on our historic ethos of inclusion and putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. We’re determined and driven towards creating a centre of practice excellence supporting children and young people with SEND, where no child is left behind. Newham is a diverse borough and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking concerted, meaningful and intentional action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place to live, learn and work.&nbsp; Newham children need support from colleagues who: <ul>
<li>Are child centred and knowledgeable about issues affecting children with additional needs.</li> <li>Empathetic in their thinking, and towards our families.</li> <li>Driven and determined to improve quality of life for children and families.</li> <li>Focused on inclusivity and providing opportunities for children and young people with SEND.</li> <li>Value diversity and the future; we are one of London’s youngest, most diverse Boroughs – and proud!</li> </ul> Does this sound like you?&nbsp;Apply now and be part of our progress. ABOUT THE JOB The post holder is responsible for supporting the effective administration under the Education Act 1996 and Children and Families Act 2014 of the statutory assessment of children and young people’s special educational needs, including their subsequent placement, monitoring and annual review. Assistant Case Officer within the SEND team aid in the development and delivery and review of planning, performance, commissioning services for children, young people, their families and carers so that overall costs are reduced but the life chances of children and young people are maximised in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Children and Families Act 2014.&nbsp; ACOs also manage the efficient operation of administration of caseloads to ensure the delivery of high quality, fully integrated services to children, young people and their families in line&nbsp;with the requirements of national legislation and guidance To find out more please view the job description here <a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/8428/send-assistant-case-officer&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/8428/send-assistant-case-offic…</a>; ABOUT YOU Candidates must meet the following criteria to be shortlisted: <ul>
<li>Knowledge and experience of the work of a local authority SEND service, and the impact SEND has on children and families.</li> <li>Strong administrative skills, proven by a work history in local authority administration.</li> <li>Experience and competency in assessment of children and young people with SEND, resulting in the planning, delivery and management of focused interventions and plans.</li> <li>Good knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the statutory timelines</li> <li>Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams</li> <li>Experience of working in SEND or services linked to children, young people and families</li> <li>Experience of interacting with service users in a polite and courteous way</li> </ul> TO APPLY Please submit a CV and supporting statement through our recruitment portal. The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the relevant requirements listed above and in the person specification. Please view JD here Closing date:&nbsp;21/9/2025&nbsp;at 23:59 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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Independent Reviewing Officer for Foster Carers (Job Ref 3772) Starting salary:&nbsp;£50,537 Job Level and Salary range:&nbsp;Level 4, Zone 2 Work Location: Crowndale Centre Hours per week: Full time Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 28^th September 2025 at 23:55 Interviews to be held: W/C Monday 6^th October 2025&nbsp; &nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;– in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About us Camden is listening to everyone, including you. We’re giving a platform to people inside and outside our community. Because, we’re not just home to the UK’s fast-growing economy. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today. And we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in ensuring that the fostering service provides good quality foster placements that meet the needs of the children and young people. The role In this role, you will play an integral part of the Fostering Team by monitoring and reviewing the quality and effectiveness of standards of care provided by the council’s foster carers. This will be done by chairing independent annual and ad hoc fostering review meetings.&nbsp; You’ll also identify strengths and gaps in the social work foster care assessment process and provision of support offered to carers. Identify&nbsp;practice that is not delivering good outcomes and constructively challenge, informally and formally to improve practice. About you A key requirement of this role is to have a Social Work qualification and to be registered with Social Work England. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate that has extensive experience of chairing complex meetings.&nbsp; Advocacy skills, collaboration with families, internal staff and partner agencies in the professional network are essential. The post holder will be familiar with Camden’s ways of working and will be able to demonstrate an ability to develop in the role.&nbsp; The successful candidate should have senior/managerial experience of leading multiple complex cases and supervision. Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting people, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click&nbsp;HERE&nbsp;to&nbsp;see full details of our benefits. Additional information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please click HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria listed in the Job Profile. Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click&nbsp;HERE&nbsp;to&nbsp;see full details of our benefits. Additional information&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please click&nbsp;HERE To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section. Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our&nbsp;recruitment website Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

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Social Worker – Children’s Team Children with Disabilities – Social Work Team £46,133 - £57,194 (includes market supplement)&nbsp; Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU&nbsp; Closing date 31/10/25 JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM&nbsp; We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive.&nbsp; As part of our commitment to building a Fairer Newham we are reimagining the way that we serve the families that we support. We are realising positive change by combining our Assessment and Intervention social work services into our new Family Support and Safeguarding Service. We’re currently looking for practitioners to join our team.&nbsp; We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp;&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB&nbsp; Social Work in Newham is underpinned by a culture of Systemic and Restorative practice with high quality relationships at the heart of our approach. Our CwD teams provide statutory services to children and families who live with disability. You will work a varied caseload, including but not restricted to new referrals, CiN, CP, and looked after cases. This is often long term, rewarding work; focusing on sustaining an improved quality of life for the young people and families you work with.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;“Our social workers deal with interesting and unique cases, building specialist knowledge which will be invaluable for their futures. Working in CwD is about being an advocate; it’s about giving a voice to those who need it most. We enable families to learn and grow together, improving quality of life for children and young people who might otherwise be left behind.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul>
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Sandra B, DCYPS Social Worker&nbsp;</li> </ul> ABOUT YOU&nbsp; You are a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and will have completed your ASYE and have subsequent statutory children’s social work experience, including experience supporting children living with disability. We are happy to consider social workers with extensive experience in other statutory social work teams but firm understanding of how SEND can affect families and the processes around children and young people with disabilities is essential. &nbsp; “Patience and tolerance are key, and you need to be able to be a calming influence on families. You need to be able to connect and build a trust with the families, and have them trust you to be able to find strategies to support them.&nbsp;&nbsp; You have to be passionate, trustworthy, and empathetic; with a genuine love and passion for helping children and their families, and being that advocate for them.&nbsp;&nbsp; Finally, you need strong emotional strength and resilience. That is what makes a social worker- that resilience within yourself. It comes from my heart the work that we do”.&nbsp; Juliet Y, DCYPS Senior Social Worker.&nbsp; WHY WORK WITH US?&nbsp; We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work.&nbsp; <ul>
<li>A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.&nbsp;</li> <li>We’re a&nbsp;GOOD local authority&nbsp;focused on reaching excellence.&nbsp;</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.&nbsp;</li> <li>Stability: 100% of senior management and 80% of Team Managers are now permanent.&nbsp;</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model,&nbsp;Circles of Support,&nbsp;was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.&nbsp;</li> <li>Career progression is possible with Newham; within Children’s social work we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 and 38 colleagues so far in 2024.&nbsp;</li> <li>Social Care Academy – our academy received significant praise from Ofsted and 50+ social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020.&nbsp;</li> <li>A competitive salary package that rivals capped agency pay.&nbsp;</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.&nbsp;</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits&nbsp;</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.&nbsp;</li> </ul> TO APPLY&nbsp; Please view JD here To apply please submit your CV through our&nbsp;online recruitment portal.&nbsp;&nbsp; Our social worker roles are CV only application to make things easier for you; but please ensure your CV is up to date and lists relevant experience in line with the service you’re applying for.&nbsp;&nbsp; Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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We are recruiting a Social Worker with a range of different skills and experience.
Within the West Kent Area we currently have a vacancy in the Tunbridge Wells Community Team
We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service.&nbsp;
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.&nbsp;
About Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join our community team in Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.
We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.
Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.
About You
We welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified social workers, all of whom can demonstrate capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards, legislative and policy frameworks.
You will hold a registration with Social Work England.
You will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.
We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.
You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
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In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.
We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension&nbsp;scheme.
You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.
We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.
You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.
Please state your preferred areas of work and full time or part time preference on your application forms.
We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we&nbsp;move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs&nbsp;are met.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
We also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Community Practitioner roles. &nbsp;If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Cheryl Quinnell on 03000 415508 and a member of the team will respond appropriately.
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For more information about the role, please contact Cheryl Quinnell on 03000 415508 and a member of the team will respond appropriately.

Community Social Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solutions Practitioner.Family Solutions work holistically with families with multiple and complex needs and children to enable them to see their strengths and build upon these to make positive changes to their lives. This will be achieved through the providing both practical and specialist advice to the family as well as acting as a lead co-ordinator for any additional support services. The Family Solutions Practitioner will undertake assessments with the family and formulate a plan of intervention with the support of relevant partner agencies which will give the child and their family every opportunity to address the identified difficulties with a positive outcome. The role will also include facilitating groups for children and their families.For an insight into what Family Solutions has to offer, please view this<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk7j69Krc0c" target="_blank"> video</a><h4>About You:</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Level 4 or equivalent qualification and have professional work background relevant to the job you are applying for such as early years/family support/youth work/health/education</li><li>Be passionate about changing outcomes for children and young people</li><li>Have good communication skills to engage children and young people and their families</li><li>Have the ability to maintain accurate and update records in line with GDPR and legislations effective case management. You will be respectful and able to build positive relationships in all aspects of the role</li><li>Have knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation</li><li>Experience of working in a multi agency environment</li><li>It is preferable that you hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul><h4>In return we offer you:</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>MedPay – opportunity for pay progression</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul><h4>Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.Family Solutions are seeking a Family Solutions Practitioner to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Nikki Lloyd, Group Manager on 01634 338847 or 07736924078 or Michelle Williams on 01634 335633This post is subject to an enhanced children's DBS<h4>Our Organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h5>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h5>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing dateIf you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Senior Social Workers (SSW) – Domestic Abuse x 2&nbsp; Directorate: Children and Young People&nbsp; Contract type – Fixed term 12 months&nbsp; P05 (£52,194 - £55,323) per annum plus £5,000.00 Retention Package Closing Date: 21st September 2025 at 11:59pm We are pleased to invite applications for the role of 2x Senior Social Workers to be part of LB Newham’s Domestic Abuse Hub. This role is a Fixed Term opportunity for 12 months. The Domestic Abuse Hub is a new developing service and we are looking for skilled, passionate and experienced social workers to join us in pioneering a direct response to children as victims of domestic violence and abuse. You will be an exceptional social worker with at least 4 years post qualifying experience of working with children and their families with complex challenges, and victim/survivors of domestic abuse. You will have significant knowledge of relevant research and practice approaches in the area of Violence against Women and Girls and have experience of coaching, mentoring or supervising staff. &nbsp; The successful candidates will become an integral part of the delivery of the Hub and have the opportunity to influence and develop practice and responses in line with LB Newham’s practice approach. The post holder will support our Children and Young Peoples Domestic Violence Advisors (CIDVA) to offer a menu of opportunities for our children as victims of domestic abuse to support their recovery and work alongside the Social Care Teams in delivering direct work. You will support the delivery of the Domestic Abuse Delivery Model Action Plan.&nbsp; To find out more and prepare your application please see JD here &nbsp; Key Roles and Responsibilities •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To support in the delivery of the CYPS Domestic Abuse Delivery Model Action Plan, prioritising to embed a trauma-responsive, systemic, relational and anti-oppressive domestic abuse response within CYPS, that is co-ordinated across services and accessible to all children and families.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To be responsible for the supervision of student social workers in the role of Practice Educator. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To support other practitioners in the team through mentoring, coaching, advice, and shadowing on visits or in meetings. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To develop interventions and opportunities to support children in their recovery and to improve outcomes. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Take the lead in managing positive interventions that prevent deterioration in health and wellbeing whilst safeguarding children at risk of abuse or neglect. •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Provide Consultation, support and advice to social workers, Practitioners and Partners regarding Domestic Abuse recognition and response.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Support and embed the Practice Approach to ensure high quality interventions and support.&nbsp; •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Champion our priorities and obsessions &nbsp;with Partners and Stakeholders to improve the lives of children families and care leavers IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

Senior Social Worker (DA)

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Social Worker Learning Disabilities 25+ Salary: £41,133 - £49,056 plus £3,000 market supplement Location: Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU Closing date: 28th September 2025&nbsp; WE ARE NEWHAM Are you interested in joining our Learning Disability Services? It is an exciting time to join us on our journey to provide the best quality services for our residents in Newham. Everything we do is aimed at providing high quality and person-centred/strength based approach in the right location at the right time, making a real difference for the people and communities we support in Newham. We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Social Worker for our Learning Disabilities Team 25+. You will have completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) and be able to manage a varied caseload. The post is reporting to the Learning Disabilities Team Manager. About Us&nbsp; We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We are continuously innovating, open to new ideas and an improvement-focussed culture – it is a rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the residents that we work with. We have developed an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking proactive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for our residents, their families and carers to live, learn and thrive.&nbsp; We are building a fairer Newham through investment, co-production and by continuously developing our Well Newham practice model, centre- on Strengths Based and Outcomes-Focused working.&nbsp; We understand that Social Work can be challenging but we are committed to supporting our staff to ensure that it is rewarding.&nbsp; In Newham, we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work /life balance through a hybrid working offer.&nbsp; When you are not visiting residents, their families and carers we have a modern office space for you when you are on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered and a strengths based supervision policy to support you to do your best work. The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London.&nbsp; It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR and Elizabeth Line, close to our council offices, as well as the A13 and major routes. &nbsp; About the Job We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Social Worker for our Learning Disabilities Team 25+, which provides support to adults with Learning Disabilities over the age of 25. The post is reporting to the Learning Disabilities Team Manager. We are looking for a&nbsp;social worker who would like the opportunity to work in a team where the focus is on relationship-based work and building independence through a positive approach to risk and the strengths-based model. You will have completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) and be able to manage a varied caseload. This role requires close partnership working with a range of professionals and Court of protection. You will part of a team that always support each other. We have great progression pathways and training opportunities. We have an inclusive culture and have launched a range of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives to help us promote this. Having a diverse workforce is of the utmost importance especially in terms of shared learning, discussing caseloads and achieving the best outcomes for the people who use our services. We are looking for someone who is creative,&nbsp;caring, compassionate and committed to delivering high quality services and ensuring safe practice and positive resident experience at all times. About You We are looking for candidates who have strong assessment skills with demonstrable experience of&nbsp;delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers. You will be working in a busy frontline Adult Social Care environment. The service is responsible for undertaking all ASC/social work interventions including assessments, reviews, safeguarding and case management work for Adult Social Care Customers with Learning Disabilities. You will have&nbsp;sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity, Court of Protection and Safeguarding Adults, including&nbsp;significant knowledge of risk and the current research and practice in this.&nbsp; You will also have had experience building and developing relationships with partners in the voluntary, community and faith sector, health.&nbsp; Excellent communication skills are critical and you will have demonstrable experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings. To apply you should be a qualified social worker with a current Social Work England registration. You will bring at least 2 years post qualifying social work experience, evidence of continuing professional development, and capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards. What we offer in return: <ul>
<li>A competitive salary of £41,133 - £49,056 plus £3,000 market supplement
</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work with a hybrid model (working from home and office) as we support our residents</li> <li>Access to Magic Notes to all frontline staff, an AI case-recording tool that can save social workers significant time and support quality assessments.&nbsp;</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>Permanent and stable senior leadership with a consistent vision.</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits (Council scheme), Lease Car scheme</li> <li>and Cycle scheme.</li> <li>Local Authority pension</li> <li>A programme of training and development to empower you and facilitate career progression.</li> </ul> If you have a positive,&nbsp;proactive and can do attitude, do not hesitate to apply for the post. If you need more information about the job, please see attached&nbsp;Job Description and Person Specification. For questions about the job, please contact Angie Ingleton, Service Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Jane Munsaka Team Manager&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jane.munsaka@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">jane.munsaka@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and mark it expression of interest social work post. <a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/7014/adults-social-worker-jd" target="_blank">https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/7014/adults-social-worker-jd</a> Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role closing date: 28th September 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Servic

Social Worker - Learning Disability 25+

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Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding (Starting Well) x 3 London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Advanced Practitioners to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Directly&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;supervise&nbsp;a&nbsp;small&nbsp;number&nbsp;of&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;and&nbsp;non-social&nbsp;work staff.</li> <li>Manage&nbsp;a&nbsp;caseload&nbsp;of&nbsp;complex&nbsp;and&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;cases.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;manager&nbsp;in&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;and&nbsp;developing&nbsp;high&nbsp;professional standards across the team.</li> <li>Have&nbsp;specialist&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;an&nbsp;area&nbsp;of&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;practice&nbsp;with&nbsp;children&nbsp;and families that can be used across the service. To represent the service in developing key service provision or local strategic initiatives.</li> <li>Take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range&nbsp;of&nbsp;practice&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;consultation,&nbsp;coaching&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentoring within the team, including effective case management, purposeful evidence- based interventions, analytical assessments and high quality written work.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;recruitment&nbsp;process.</li> </ul> As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Havering Redeployees. The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp; Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; In addition, the Authority reserves the right&nbsp;to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes&nbsp;anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards). Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21st September 2025, however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770

London Borough of Havering

Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding

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Job Title:&nbsp;Dual Diagnosis Worker
Location:&nbsp;Based within a residential service across 4 sites in Croydon. (Walking distance from East Croydon train and tram links). Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.
Salary:&nbsp;£29,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday working between 10:00 - 18:00. Hours may vary depending on service needs.&nbsp;
About the role
We are seeking a Dual Diagnosis Worker who has a specialism in mental health and substance use to join our team in Croydon. You will be based within a residential service which provides specialist mental health, complex needs, and dual diagnosis support to our residents. Within this role, you will provide specialist knowledge and experience to support the wider team and residents to help them to overcome their personal barriers.
You will deliver evidence-based interventions based on holistic assessments to support personalised recovery, integration, and promotion of independent living skills. You will be a specialist in comorbidity, supporting the team to achieve positive outcomes for our residents. Some of your duties will include:
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<li>Undertake joint holistic assessments, risk assessments, care plans, and interventions to support harm reduction and minimisation.</li>
<li>Set up realistic and flexible strengths-based support plans, working closely with colleagues and support teams to support and advise on interventions and approaches to meet individual needs.</li>
<li>Help reduce episodes of crisis and assist residents/participants to access services which can offer alternatives to crisis support.</li>
<li>Work closely with support staff and clinical teams to support and advise them on interventions and approaches to meet resident/participant comorbid, complex mental health and substance misuse needs.</li>
<li>Support multi-disciplinary teams and the wider community teams with support, advice, signposting, and move on care planning.&nbsp;</li>
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About you
We are looking for someone who has specialist knowledge on how to support individuals with comorbid and complex needs, with experience in interventions, and in a similar role. Qualifications are desirable if paired with practical experience which is relevant to this role. We look at individual characteristics with the ability to engage with various people who may not want to receive the support, able to build trusting professional relationships, and able to demonstrate resilience, solve challenges, and be proactive. If this sounds like you, take a look at the further criteria:
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<li>Full knowledge on comorbidity and complex needs, able to share knowledge, skills, and experience with others</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role, providing interventions and holistic assessments and support for people experiencing mental health challenges</li>
<li>Ability to provide specialist support and knowledge in risk assessment and risk management, particularly in relation to harm minimisation, substance misuse and mental health</li>
<li>A commitment to promoting recovery, harm reduction, and active involvement in care planning</li>
<li>Ability to apply relapse prevention models to promote sustained recovery and harm reduction</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
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Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
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We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Dual Diagnosis Worker

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Please note, due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Job Title: Children and Family Worker
Location: Based on site in West London (This location is hidden due to the sensitive nature of the service) Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.
Salary: £27,007.50
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota Monday to Friday between 07:30 - 15:30, 09:00 - 17:00 and 11:30 - 19:30 with occasional Saturdays, at least one Saturday every 3 months between 09:00 - 17:00.&nbsp;
About the role
Are you passionate about providing safe and stable accommodation to women and children escaping domestic abuse? Wanting to help make a difference and provide specialist support to them to gain greater independence? This might be the role for you.
As a Children and Family worker, you will be based within our Women's Refuge service, supporting women and children up to the age of 15 who have escaped domestic abuse. You will deliver trauma-informed, child and family centred support to promote safety and wellbeing, working collaboratively with mothers to strengthen the parent-child relationship during a time of crisis. You will support with both emotional and practical day-to-day support. This is typically done through key work sessions, risk assessments, and empowerment focused activities.&nbsp;
You will play a vital role in supporting families, being the sole specialist within the service, which gives you autonomy to shape the role based on your expertise and experience. You will lead on child-focused support, as well as working part of the wider team to provide the support to mothers. You will deliver a range of support for children and young people, as well as family and parenting support.&nbsp;
About you
We are looking for someone who has a real passion to support families and children who have experienced domestic abuse. You will have a trauma-informed understanding of domestic abuse and the impact it has on families, and will be able to engage in sensitive conversations, recognising signs on trauma, and being proactive to support families to overcome this. This is a hands-on, active role, ideal for someone who is creative, energetic, and passionate about working directly with families. You will be a team player, able to collaborate and provide support to colleagues as needed.&nbsp;
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<li>A background in working with adults and children, particularly from trauma affected backgrounds</li>
<li>Experience in supporting mothers in helping children transition to new schools</li>
<li>Proven ability to plan and deliver engaging play sessions, after school activities, and family events as well as religious and national celebrations</li>
<li>Confidence in working with children who may have behavioural challenges, being able to signpost to early intervention services</li>
<li>Experience/ability to support children with special educational needs or additional behavioural needs</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast changing environment</li>
<li>Patience, empathy and resilience</li>
<li>Creativity, flexibility, and a can-do attitude</li>
<li>Non judgmental approach and genuine commitment to empower families to overcome their barriers</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a> Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>
Domestic Abuse | Women services | Domestic Violence | Children Worker | Children specialist | Trauma Specialist | Womens Refuge | Female Services | Family Specialist | Trauma informed care

Children And Family Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basisInterview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.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. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2580586&amp;ptId=106699" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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

Does the sound of making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families appeal to you?If so, we have the perfect role for you!About the team:Our MASH Team consists of various agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of Southwark. We cultivate a supportive environment that promotes collaboration with key agencies from the earliest stages of a child's journey.As part of our team of seven Social Workers, you will receive robust management support and work closely with colleagues. We also offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development, including training to help you achieve your career goals.About the role:In this role, you will manage a balanced caseload, allowing your skills and expertise to shine. Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Identifying and assessing risks and needs during referral screenings.</li><li>Conducting MASH Intelligence Checks with partner agencies to recommend appropriate risk levels.</li><li>Triangulating information from screenings and Intelligence Checks to evaluate risk and need levels.</li><li>Preparing and presenting cases at Threshold Meetings.</li><li>Providing advice and information to families.</li><li>Referring families to additional services and organizations to address their identified needs.</li></ul>To be considered for an interview, your CV and supporting statement should clearly demonstrate:<ul><li>Experience working in a MASH Team within the UK.</li><li>A recognised Social Work Qualification (or equivalent)</li><li>Current registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Successful completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).</li><li>Strong assessment skills and experience handling issues faced by families in an inner-London Borough.</li><li>In depth knowledge of child development, the impact of concerns on children, parenting capacity, environmental issues and risk and protective factors.</li><li>Excellent communication skills.</li><li>A collaborative approach, with a willingness to go the extra mile to support the team’s work and meet families' needs.</li></ul>We are looking for exceptional Social Workers who can make a significant difference in the lives of children and families and share our commitment to improving outcomes, and help tackle injustice, inequality, and racism. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas - <a href="https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50198438" target="_blank">Ofsted, November 2022</a>About us:At Southwark Children’s Services, we pride ourselves on doing our vital job differently. Our systemic, holistic, family-centred approach sits at the core of our values. Our endlessly supportive, collective, people powered culture underpins everything we do to protect vulnerable children across our borough.“Children are at the heart of practice in Southwark.”“Staff have time to work intensively with families when needed, and to reflect and consider ways to improve children’s lives”Contact details:If you are interested in a discussion about this role, please email Avion Grant via email at <a href="mailto:Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional details:<ul><li>Please note a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at an enhanced level.</li><li>Need to have eligibility to work in UK to be considered</li><li>This is a full time, 36 hours per week position.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. Our offer includes:<ul><li>Substantial training and development is provided including an offer of bespoke coaching and mentoring</li><li>Modern technology including laptop, Apple iPhone and iPad</li><li>A basic salary range of up to £51,663 (subject to experience)</li></ul>For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans.</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2580840&amp;ptId=106703" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)

We are currently seeking outstanding Senior Social Workers to join our Assessment &amp; Intervention service, who have the professional potential and personal attributes that our families need, can share our commitment to improving outcomes for all children and young people and tackling injustice, inequality and racism.About us:Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.“Staff enjoy working in Southwark. Their morale is high, and they appreciate the high level of support, the career progression opportunities, the learning and development offer and the ambition that the organisation has for them.” Ofsted, November 2022At Southwark Children’s Services, we pride ourselves on doing our vital job differently. Our systemic, holistic, family-centred approach sits at the core of our values. Our endlessly supportive, collective, colleague-centred culture underpins everything we do to protect vulnerable children across our borough.Your vital role:We’ll assign you a manageable number of cases that allow your natural skills and expertise to flourish. You will:<ul><li>Work directly with children and provide a clear and accurate assessment of the needs of the child and their family</li><li>Conduct interviews, develop observations and gather information from children, families and other agencies as directed by the Team Manager</li><li>Devise, implement and review plans, including the development and management of protection plans within a child protection framework, care and pathway plans.</li><li>Ensure all statutory responsibilities are well managed, including visiting children, arranging reviews and reporting to the court.</li><li>Carry out in-depth, ongoing evidence-based assessment of complex needs and risks to children</li></ul>What you bring:We’re looking for impressive experience of direct social work with children and their families. You’ll also bring:<ul><li>The ability to formulate and implement effective social work interventions</li><li>Experience of preparing reports and presenting these in contested court proceedings</li><li>The ability to provide professional guidance, support and development opportunities and contribute to organisational development</li><li>A recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England</li><li>At least three years post qualifying experience in a social work role within a statutory setting, working with children and families, and attendance at appropriate training</li><li>This is an excellent opportunity to shine in an ambitious, well-resourced, well-regarded and stable social care environment.</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Victor Dadzie via email at <a href="mailto:Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk</a> or Daniel Phipps via email at <a href="mailto:Daniel.Phipps@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daniel.Phipps@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional information:<ul><li>This is a full time, 36 hours per week position.</li><li>Basic salary up to £55,710 per annum.</li><li>If applicable: For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>29 days Holiday – rising up to 37 days with continuous service.</li><li>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at enhanced level.</li><li>Eligibility to work in the UK is required.</li></ul>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans.</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2580830&amp;ptId=106702" target="_blank">Senior Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Senior Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention Service

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit senior social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families. We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li><li>Carry out in-depth, ongoing evidence based assessment of complex needs and risks to children.</li><li>Supporting the development of best practice and confident practitioners through coaching and mentoring of students, newly qualified social workers and less experienced practitioners.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification.</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year.</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships.</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors.</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning.</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality.</li><li>The ability to provide professional guidance, support and development opportunities and contribute to organisational development.</li><li>Post qualifying experience in a social work role within a statutory setting, working with children and families, and attendance at appropriate training.</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at enhanced level and also eligibility to work in the UK is required.How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2580650&amp;ptId=106700" target="_blank">Senior Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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

We are currently seeking outstanding Social Workers, to join our Assessment &amp; Intervention service, who have the professional potential and personal attributes that our families need, can share our commitment to improving outcomes for all children and young people and tackling injustice, inequality and racism.About us:Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a“special council and are like a family to them”.“Staff enjoy working in Southwark. Their morale is high, and they appreciate the high level of support, the career progression opportunities, the learning and development offer and the ambition that the organisation has for them.” Ofsted, November 2022At Southwark Children’s Services, we pride ourselves on doing our vital job differently. Our systemic, holistic, family-centred approach sits at the core of our values. Our endlessly supportive, collective, colleague-centred culture underpins everything we do to protect vulnerable children across our borough.Your vital role:We will assign you a manageable number of cases that allow your natural skills and expertise to flourish. You will:<ul><li>Work directly with children and provide a clear and accurate assessment of the needs of the child and their family</li><li>Conduct interviews, develop observations and gather information from children, families and other agencies</li><li>Devise, implement and review plans, including the development and management of protection plans within a child protection framework, care and pathway plans.</li><li>Ensure all statutory responsibilities are well managed, including visiting children, arranging reviews and reporting to the court.</li></ul>What you bring:We are looking for impressive experience of direct social work with children and their families. You will also bring:<ul><li>The ability to formulate and implement effective social work interventions</li><li>Experience of preparing reports and presenting these in contested court proceedings</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental issues, and risk and protective factors</li><li>Experience of preparing reports and presenting these in contested court proceedings</li></ul>Additional information:<ul><li>This is a full time, 36 hours per week position.</li><li>Basic salary up to £51,663 per annum.</li><li>If applicable: For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>29 days Holiday – rising up to 37 days with continuous service.</li><li>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at enhanced level.</li><li>Eligibility to work in the UK is required</li><li>A recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England</li><li>You must have successfully completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment</li><li>With recent post-qualifying experience in the UK in a social work role within a statutory setting, working with children and families, and attendance at appropriate training</li><li>This is an excellent opportunity to shine in an ambitious, well-resourced, well-regarded and stable social care environment.</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Victor Dadzie via email at <a href="mailto:Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk</a> or Daniel Phipps via email at <a href="mailto:Daniel.Phipps@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daniel.Phipps@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>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. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2580792&amp;ptId=106701" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention Service

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SOCIAL WORKERS – CHILDREN’S FAMILY SUPPORT AND SAFEGUARDING SERVICE £46,442 - £55,574 (includes market supplement) Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU Ongoing Recruitment Application is with a detailed CV only Job Description - Social Worker JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive. As part of our commitment to building a Fairer Newham we are reimagining the way that we serve the families that we support. We are realising positive change by combining our Assessment and Intervention social work services into our new Family Support and Safeguarding Service. We’re currently looking for practitioners to join our team. We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB The Family Support and Safeguarding service enhances the family led, relational values that were already at the centre of our practice and will continue the evolution of our firmly embedded Circles of Support practice model. We’re keeping children at the heart of everything we do whilst improving the overall experience of the families, partners, and social workers in our sphere. We want to be at the forefront of evoking positive change in the sector and we’re looking for experienced, committed, relational social workers to join us and help us get there. Above all, we want to do the best for Newham’s children and families. The FSS service consists of four services and sixteen teams, supporting families from first point of contact and assessment and throughout any subsequent longer term intervention (e.g. referral to partners, CP, CiN) until the best, safest outcome is for the child is attained. Two of these teams will work exclusively with children and families whose lives are influenced by disability or SEND to ensure that we retain the expertise necessary to support these families. Where proceedings are necessary court work is moved on to our Children in Care service. Social workers in the FSS service are caseholding and will be on duty 1 week in 16; we hope this will be a welcome change for social workers who are used to busy assessment services, and a positive CPD opportunity for practitioners whose experience is mainly in longer term work.&nbsp; ABOUT YOU We are looking to work with qualified, SWE registered social workers who have experience beyond their ASYE year in either assessment or long term work with children and families. We’re looking for conscientious, considerate and empathetic social workers who are committed to working relationally with families whilst putting every child’s welfare, potential, and future at the heart of their work. Newham is committed to our workforce being representative of the families we work with, to enhance cultural competence and adjust our practice to suit the individuals we serve. We are looking for colleagues who share our values and are passionate about tackling disproportionality wherever they find it and building a Fairer Newham. You will have a genuine interest in a restorative, relationship based practice model, drawing on systemic thinking to inform your approach to building effective relationships with children, families and communities. We’d love to hear from social workers who are keen on learning and growing with us over a number of years and as an employer we’ve been working hard to provide the development our practitioners need and want; our Academy offer has been commended by Ofsted and we promoted 38 internal colleagues in children’s social care in 2024. WHY WORK WITH US? We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work. <ul>
<li>A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.</li> <li>We’re a&nbsp;GOOD local authority&nbsp;focused on reaching excellence.</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.</li> <li>Stability: 100% of senior management and 80% of Team Managers are now permanent.</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model,&nbsp;Circles of Support,&nbsp;was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.</li> <li>Career progression is possible with Newham; within Children’s social work we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 and 38 colleagues so far in 2024.</li> <li>Social Care Academy – our academy received significant praise from Ofsted and 50+ social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020.</li> <li>A competitive salary package that rivals capped agency pay.</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.</li> </ul> TO APPLY To apply please submit your CV through our&nbsp;online recruitment portal.&nbsp; Our social worker roles are CV only application to make things easier for you; but please ensure your CV is up to date and lists relevant experience in line with the service you’re applying for.&nbsp; If you have any questions about the recruitment process or want to discuss joining Newham Children’s Services with one of our managers, please contact <a href="mailto:Grace.OgbuOgoli@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Grace.OgbuOgoli@newham.gov.uk</a> Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shar

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<h2>Role Responsibility</h2>
Looking to develop your best practice?
We are the right team, at the right time and in the right place.
About you
Professionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you will have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families.&nbsp;Your experience should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks.
Along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner, being a team player is essential in any social work team. You will build relationships with colleagues, as well as statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies.
If you share this vision of excellent Social Work practice, we want to hear from you.
Rewards
In return for helping us achieve our aims, there is a strong commitment to supporting your professional development. As a qualified Social Worker we know that you want to make a difference and working at Kent County Council you will be given every support and opportunity to do so.
We offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.
About us
The right team
Doing the best for the children of Kent is a team effort and we’ve worked hard to create a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative, share ideas and advice.
The right team needs the right managers. Ours have a well-deserved reputation for being supportive through regular, quality supervision.&nbsp;We also have a number of credible expert practitioners to learn from and you will find them approachable and keen to help. Sharing knowledge is part of who we are. Together, our teams deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes for children.
An integral part of re-thinking the way we work remotely is support for YOU going forward. Here you'll find the assistance, guidance and training available for all colleagues and managers to enable you to make flexible working work for you, your team and your service.
The right time
There has never been a better time to join us. We have invested in every area of our service including the careers of outstanding people who share our commitment to improving young lives in Kent.
The right place
We are proud of our Ofsted rating of outstanding and we are continuing to develop excellent services and ensure ‘Children are at the centre of Kent County Council’s culture and practice’ (Ofsted 2022.) As one of the largest Children’s Social Work Service in the country, we offer a comprehensive learning and development framework in Kent. And because one size doesn’t fit all, we offer opportunities that can be tailored to individual, and team needs.
We can offer a wide variety of work that you are unlikely to find elsewhere. Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of opportunities to support children and young people from all backgrounds and circumstances.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be able to work across a range of locations and environments, and to be seconded to or move to other teams.&nbsp;
We place great importance on professional development that enables you to&nbsp;grow your skills and knowledge to&nbsp;manage a varied caseload. There will be new challenges and opportunities with case work and as part of the wider organisation, e.g. developing specialist links with partner agencies and representing Children’s Services in court.
Acting as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, you will contribute to training initiatives, and, proactively maintaining your awareness of changes in child development theories, legislation, policies and practices, you will share your knowledge and uphold high standards of social work.
Transport
Whilst we foster a hybrid working approach, the role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.&nbsp;
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Benefits
A competitive starting salary, including an annual market premium payment of up to £5,000.
A supportive team working environment with regular supervision.
Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway.
An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs.
Generous annual leave allowance.
Local Government pension scheme.
Access to smarter working / flexible working.
Relocation Package.
You will also have a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.&nbsp;
Eligibility
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with the appropriate professional body as a qualified Social Worker.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Please do not re-apply if you have been interviewed for this post in the last six months.
Contact Details


To find out more about the role please get in touch today by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or calling us on 0331 6309541.

Senior Practitioner - Children's Social Work Services

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<h2>Role Responsibility</h2>
Looking to progress and expand your social work best practice?
We are the right team, at the right time and in the right place. &nbsp;
About you
Professionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you will have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families.&nbsp;Your experience should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks.
Along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner, being a team player is essential in any social work team. You will build relationships with colleagues, as well as statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies.
If you share this vision of excellent Social Work practice, we want to hear from you.
Rewards
In return for helping us achieve our aims, there is a strong commitment to supporting your professional development. As a qualified Social Worker we know that you want to make a difference and working at Kent County Council you will be given every support and opportunity to do so.
About us
The right team
Doing the best for the children of Kent is a team effort and we’ve worked hard to create a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative, share ideas and advice.
The right team needs the right managers. Ours have a well-deserved reputation for being supportive through regular, quality supervision.&nbsp;We also have a number of credible expert practitioners to learn from and you will find them approachable and keen to help. Sharing knowledge is part of who we are. Together, our teams deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes for children.
An integral part of re-thinking the way we work remotely is support for YOU going forward. Here you'll find the assistance, guidance and training available for all colleagues and managers to enable you to make flexible working work for you, your team and your service.
The right time
There has never been a better time to join us. We have invested in every area of our service including the careers of outstanding people who share our commitment to improving young lives in Kent.
The right place
We are proud of our Ofsted rating of outstanding and we are continuing to develop excellent services and ensure ‘Children are at the centre of Kent County Council’s culture and practice’ (Ofsted 2022.) As one of the largest Children’s Social Work Service in the country, we offer a comprehensive learning and development framework in Kent. And because one size doesn’t fit all, we offer opportunities that can be tailored to individual, and team needs.
We can offer a wide variety of work that you are unlikely to find elsewhere. Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of opportunities to support children and young people from all backgrounds and circumstances.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be able to work across a range of locations and environments, and to be seconded to or move to other teams.&nbsp;
We place great importance on professional development that enables you to&nbsp;grow your skills and knowledge to&nbsp;manage a varied caseload. There will be new challenges and opportunities with case work and as part of the wider organisation, e.g., developing specialist links with partner agencies and representing Children’s Services in court.
Acting as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, you will contribute to training initiatives, and, proactively maintaining your awareness of changes in child development theories, legislation, policies and practices, you will share your knowledge and uphold high standards of social work.
Transport
Whilst we foster a hybrid working approach, the role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.&nbsp;
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Benefits
A competitive starting salary, including an annual market premium payment of up to £5,000
A supportive team working environment with regular supervision
Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway
An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs
Generous annual leave allowance
Local Government pension scheme
Flexible working opportunities including flexi time, part time, remote and hybrid working – dependant on your job role and business need
Relocation Package
You will also have a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.&nbsp;
Eligibility
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with the appropriate professional body as a qualified Social Worker.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Please do not re-apply if you have been interviewed for this post in the last six months.
<h2>Contact Details</h2>
To find out more about the role please get in touch today by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or calling us on 0331 6309541.

Experienced Social Worker - Children's Social Work Services

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamThe Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children in the local authority's guardianship. Our focus is on ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of each child are met through personalised care plans and stable placements. We are committed to creating nurturing environments that address each child’s unique needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decisions affecting their livesWe are growing a diverse and inclusive environment for staff to learn, develop and grow their career. We provide specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard. We understand the value that our staff bring to our service, and the needs of the residents in our community.&nbsp;In addition:<ul><li>Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development.</li><li>Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</li><li>We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).&nbsp;</li></ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and receive a Golden Hello and a Recruitment and Retention Bonus as follows:<ul><li>£1000 paid in your first month's salary</li><li>£1000 paid for your first completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£2000 paid for your second completed year in service&nbsp;</li><li>£3000 paid for your third completed year in service and every year thereafter</li></ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Social Worker within our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service within Children’s Social Care. Our mission is to empower children to live independently as possible and provide the necessary support in safeguarding their well-being. We need your expertise to make it happen.&nbsp;In this role, your responsibility will include:<ul><li>Assess the needs and situations of children in care to develop specialised individual care plans that address their well-being and development.</li><li>Advocate for children and young people in care, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected in meetings, court hearings, and other discussions.</li><li>Collaborate with professionals like teachers, healthcare providers, and community groups to provide coordinated support and review the well-being of children in care</li></ul>As a Social Worker,&nbsp; your role is vital to promoting stability, supporting transitions to independence, and working towards long-term, positive outcomes for each child. Your knowledge and expertise will help to provide a stable and safe environment, advocating for children’s voices to be heard and ensuring their rights are upheld in all aspects of their care. You will collaborate with foster carers, families, and a range of professionals to provide consistent and effective support. If you are an experienced social worker, empowered by making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would like to hear from you. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of children in care.This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul><li>To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar.</li><li>Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting.</li><li>Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families.</li><li>Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals.</li><li>Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge.</li></ul>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.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.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, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families 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.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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.





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London Borough of Sutton

Social Worker - Leaving Care and Children Looked After

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThe Mental Health Social Care Team (MHSCT) forms part of Adult Social Care within the Royal Borough of Kingston (RBK). We are one of the two specialist teams within Adult Social Care.&nbsp; Our main functions are under the Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We work with adults whose primary need is their mental health. Our other areas of responsibility include working with people with autism, and those with drug/alcohol issues.&nbsp; We also have responsibility for young people transitioning into adulthood and thereby from children to adult services.&nbsp;We work closely with our colleagues in NHS mental health teams, and on mental health wards, as well as partners in primary care as well as a wide range of partnership organisation across the community.The team is a large and enthusiastic group of professionals dealing with a diverse and fascinating portfolio of responsibilities. Interest in the work and enthusiasm are among the qualities we would value in the successful applicant.The team incorporates the Royal Borough's AMHP service..&nbsp; We are based on the site of Tolworth Hospital and operate a hybrid working model of working from home, and working in the office.We are a large, friendly and supportive team, including a manager and a deputy manager, and ably supported by business support colleagues.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be a qualified social worker with a good amount of post qualifying experience in a statutory setting.&nbsp; They will be experienced in safeguarding, and assessments under the Care Act 2014, and the Mental Capacity Act.&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>They will have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and guidance, and experience of working with mental health.</li><li>You will provide case management of complex cases under the Care Act 2014, and safeguarding, including taking cases to the Court of Protection.</li><li>You will receive support and supervision from one of the senior practitioners in the team, and will also provide supervision of social workers.</li><li>You will undertake assessments and reviews, and work in partnership across organisational boundaries with NHS colleagues in mental health teams and on wards, as well as colleagues in a range of partnership organisations.</li><li>The successful candidate will progress towards AMHP training as part of their career progression pathway and will receive a £1000 welcome payment.&nbsp;</li><li>They must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills. Good IT skills will be an advantage.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of mental health, autism, and drug and alcohol problems in a statutory setting are essential.</li></ul> 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, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.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>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension 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. 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.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a 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.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.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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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Mental Health Social Worker

<h4>The Role</h4>Make a Real Impact – Join Southwark’s Adult Social Work ServicesAre you a passionate social worker ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and people with physical disabilities? Do you value a collaborative, innovative environment where your skills are recognised and your development is supported?If so, we’d love to welcome you to Southwark.At Southwark Council, our Adult Social Work Services are made up of diverse, multi-disciplinary teams who are committed to helping residents live with dignity, independence, and purpose. Our work spans a range of specialisms, including older adults, physical disabilities, dementia care, and support for unpaid carers — and we’re looking for dedicated professionals to join us on this journey.Why Choose Southwark?More and more social workers are choosing the long-term rewards of a permanent role — and Southwark offers the stability, support, and career growth that makes a lasting difference.Here’s what you can expect:<ul><li>Career stability and clear progression pathways</li><li>Funded training and professional development</li><li>Generous annual leave and pension contributions</li><li>Flexible, hybrid working options</li><li>A supportive, inclusive team culture that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion</li><li>Direct access to senior practice leaders, including our Principal Social Worker and Principal Occupational Therapist</li></ul>We’re proud to be a forward-thinking borough that embraces technology, encourages fresh ideas, and is committed to continually improving the way we work — so you can focus on delivering outstanding support to those who need it most.Who We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking qualified social workers who:<ul><li>Are registered with Social Work England and have completed their ASYE</li><li>Are confident in adult social care practice, with an understanding of the Care Act, safeguarding, and strengths-based approaches</li><li>Have experience working with older adults and/or people with physical disabilities</li><li>Are collaborative, reflective, and committed to professional growth</li><li>Embrace new ideas and technologies to improve outcomes</li></ul>Whether you’re seeking a new challenge or looking for a borough where you can grow and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.Please note: If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application would have already been considered as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept repeat applications during this period, and any new application submitted within this timeframe will not be progressed.Apply NowTo apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>. Join Southwark and be part of a service where your work truly matters — and where your career can thrive.This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 30th September 2025Interview date/s: To Be ConfirmedThe closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2568573&amp;ptId=106259" target="_blank">Transfer of Care</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2568575&amp;ptId=106259" target="_blank">Assessment &amp; Intake Team</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2568576&amp;ptId=106259" target="_blank">Immediate Care Team</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2568577&amp;ptId=106259" target="_blank">Case Management</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2594670&amp;ptId=106259" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Adults

Job Description Salary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum (plus Market Factor Supplement of £5,400 per annum*) Grade E Permanent Contract 37 Hours per Week The role is within one of Thurrock Children's Services Child and Family Assessment Teams. The service is supportive and has a stable management team. Rated ‘Outstanding’ across all areas by&nbsp;Ofsted in 2024, Thurrock Council Children's Services are now looking forward to not only maintaining an Outstanding rating, but striving to make further improvements in our service delivery. &nbsp; The Assessment service is responsible for undertaking assessments of need for children, young people and families that are deemed to potentially required statutory intervention. The team is often the first interaction for children and families with a social worker and therefore excellent communication skills are important to the role.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; You will be responsible for undertaking Child and Family Assessments that must be completed within the designated timeframe and you should have experience of working to deadlines and ensuring that you are able to build effective relationships with families and professionals to ensure this time is utilised appropriately.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; You will have a good understanding of thresholds, risk factors and ability to identify strengths within families and communities. You will have a good ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form and ensure that you record information in a timely and accessible way. You will be a Qualified Social Worker and have at least 12 months experience and have successfully completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). You will be able to demonstrate an commitment to your Continual Professional Development and keen to learn and develop your practice.&nbsp;&nbsp; A car user is essential due to the need to travel across the borough.A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at Enhanced Level with Children’s Barred List is required for this post.&nbsp;*Market Factor Supplement is subject to annual review Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;11th September 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;21st September 2025</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWQ2pEfBBe1HkSHDQcwR2ioBvmB9i_lipICzsJSe37xPhw?e=7RQX7Z" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page Application Requirements&nbsp; As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application.&nbsp;&nbsp; If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. &nbsp; <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EXtYMXeGlbVPjAoxHwfnCuIB6KNWFCXe3i6bJI6MRBQZ-Q?e=dGt2M1" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Form</a> <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/Ecz7hL-hyYFGvVpdkZ55ozkBS_giEjpigg97yi5KrF2SVw?e=vKePlG" target="_blank">Gaps in Employment Example&nbsp;</a> About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Social Worker - Children & Families Assessment Team 3

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 TeamThe London Borough of Sutton Children’s Services offers a supportive and inclusive environment for its Qualified Social Work staff. Specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard.&nbsp;Our Locality Teams offer a social work service to children and young people in the Borough who are living at home on plans under Section 17 or Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. &nbsp;This is achieved by working in partnership with relevant agencies, children and young people and their families. We provide a supported working environment that ensures manageable caseloads, regular supervision, &nbsp;daily management support and an abundance of learning and development opportunities for our Social Workers to grow and flourish. &nbsp;In addition we have a creative and flexible approach to the working week which allows for both home and office working which promotes a work/life balance.Working with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and enjoy a Golden Hello and a Retention Bonus outlined as follows:<ul><li>£1,000 paid with your first month's salary</li><li>£1,000 for your first completed year of service</li><li>£2,000 for your second completed year of service</li><li>£3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter</li><li>Reimbursement of Social Work England Registration</li><li>Flexible working model that allows social workers to manage their diary to meet the needs of the service.</li></ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for confident and experienced Social Workers to join our Locality Team in Children’ Social Care. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people.&nbsp;Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>To support children and young people through robust assessment, SMART planning and effective intervention to achieve positive outcomes within their families and communities.</li><li>Working within a restorative practice approach to form partnerships with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties.</li><li>Leading and coordinating multi-agency partnerships, plans, interventions, and meetings to ensure children and young people are safe and their holistic needs are being met.&nbsp;</li></ul>Reporting to the Team Manager, you will work within the frameworks of Section 17 and Section 47 - undertaking assessments, planning, and interventions with children and their families. Your role will consist of completing direct work with children to keep them safe, ensuring their voice, wishes and views are central to the planning and delivery of the care we provide. Compliance is key to our statutory requirements. As a Social Worker, you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.Your role will consist of completing direct work with children to keep them safe, ensuring their voice, wishes and views are central to the planning and delivery of the care we provide. Compliance is key to our statutory requirements. As a Social Worker, you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.Are you ready to progress your career? We are committed to supporting your development as you embark on your journey with Suttons Children Social Care service. Apply today and become part of our pursuit of excellenceOur ideal candidateThe successful candidates will be enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a caring and calm approach who have a thorough understanding of the frameworks that underpin social work practice. You will bring insight and experience to the team and the lives of children and show initiative which will help develop our services to an outstanding standard. You must also enjoy working in a high pace team, being able to deliver consistency, energy, and passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives. You will demonstrate empathy when dealing with sensitive situations and strong interpersonal skills using different ways of communicating. Showcasing the ability to assess and record a child's needs, applied through evidence based practice to justify decision making.&nbsp; In addition, We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to):<ul><li>you are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree&nbsp;or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body&nbsp;Social Work England</li><li>2 years post qualifying practice experience, ideally within a UK regulated authority</li><li>hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly</li></ul>Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to take part in case discussions.If you have experience in Children's services, are competent in assessment and direct work, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, then apply today!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.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>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.#LI-SR





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Children's Social Worker

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 TeamThe Emergency Duty Team &nbsp;provides essential social work cover for children across 4 London boroughs. We offer a social work service to children and young people in the Borough who are living at home on a plan across the tiers of need. This is achieved by working in partnership with relevant agencies, children and young people, and their families.Within the team's geographical area we support children and young people through robust assessment, SMART planning and effective intervention to achieve positive outcomes within their families and communities. Working within a restorative practice approach, our team works in partnership with families and multi-agency colleagues in intervening to address both the presenting concerns and underlying difficulties.About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate We have exciting opportunities for confident and skilled Social Workers to work in the Children's Emergency Duty Team (CEDT) &nbsp;as sessional workers in Children Services. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes in improving the quality of life for Children within Sutton, Merton, Kingston and Richmond for whom the service is provided&nbsp;Reporting to a Team Manager, Social Workers within the CEDT are responsible for delivering our Out of Hours Service. Our team provide vital support to the service with the responsibility of working outside of standard office hours, during evenings, nights and at weekends to deliver our service in safeguarding children and young people. Working within the Care Act 2014, you will &nbsp;undertake carer's assessments and eligibility assessments whilst supporting planning and reviews. You will ensure appropriate advocacy or representation to ensure an individual's human rights are understood and promoted. Our work also covers daily enquiries to the team’s duty system, including initial safeguarding responses and protection planning as well as undertaking investigations. You will be working collaboratively with all relevant parties to ensure that the children and families enabled to live ordinary and fulfilled livesOur 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>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</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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