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Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need. \nWorking as a Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting team. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, services users and health care providers.\n We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We are seeking applications from newly qualified (ASYE) and experienced Social Workers. (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)\n \nAbout the Role:\n<ul>\n<li>To complete timely Care Act assessments for our higher intense case management with a strength-based focus, delivering positive outcomes for the individuals of Reading</li>\n<li>To complete post discharge reviews ensuring that care plans are accurate, and individuals eligible needs are being met</li>\n<li>To promote the use of direct payments to give individuals the flexibility in how they meet their needs.</li>\n<li>To promote a reablement focus for all individuals that are referred to adult social care</li>\n<li>To work with all families and carers ensuring that carers assessments are completed to promote support to individuals with a caring role.</li>\n<li>To develop close and effective relationships with providers, community voluntary services, and health professionals.</li>\n<li>To complete Mental Capacity Act Assessments to a high standard</li>\n<li>Undertake community DOLs and prepare records for Court of Protection</li>\n<li>To be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>\n</ul>\n \nTeam Objectives:\nThe Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team works closely with other teams in Adult Services who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care. We work closely within individuals from transitions to adulthood and older age. We promote a strength base ethos to other the best outcomes for the individuals that we work with.\n \nOur aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team with a clear Team purpose and values that supports staff and values the skills and diversity within and around the team.\n \nYou will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents. \nThis post offers opportunities to improve your skills and experience in Adult Social Care with high quality, client-led, interventions to service users in their own homes, in a friendly and supportive team. You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. \nYou will need to have:\n<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>\n<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>\n<li>Understanding of The Autism Act 2009</li>\n<li>Understanding of Better care for people with a learning disability and people with autism.</li>\n<li>Other legislation linked to Autism and Learning Disability</li>\n</ul>\n We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do\nDrive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential\nBe Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way\nMake a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed\n \nOur offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n</ul>\n \nClosing date: Applications reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed \nIf you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Louise Mole (LDA Team Manager) on 0118 937 3747 or email <a href=\"mailto:louise.mole@reading.gov.uk\">louise.mole@reading.gov.uk</a> \nPlease note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)","publishDate":"2025-04-30T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f5a23f1c-fd65-4fac-8c08-f462a7c97ee3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f293162c-8649-4278-8544-9d97f9c8144e","title":"Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Social Care Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"We are a local authority working for the community, improving the lives of our residents and we are looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker with mental health and social care experience to join our Mental Health Social Care Team. This role primarily focuses on supporting the Team / Team Manager with the S117 process and undertaking reviews. There is the opportunity to work flexibly and support the drive towards excellent S117 plans for people and their families. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. \nWorking as a Senior Social Worker for Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and supporting team. We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with adults of all ages, colleagues and health partners.\n Market Supplement of £5,000 per year available for qualified and practicing AMHP's. \nAbout the Role:\nThe Mental Health Social Care Team work with adults with a diagnosis of functional mental disorder. We use the Conversation Counts model and the team offer the full range of social care interventions for the client group, from advice and signposting, adult safeguarding, discharges from the psychiatric hospital, to initial assessments under the Care Act and commissioning of services to meet eligible needs or mental health aftercare needs under S117 Mental Health Act 1989 and onward reviews. Good knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act is pivotal to the role and experience of court work and Community DOLS is required. We welcome applications for AMHPs. The team takes a strengths based approach and aims to help individuals tap into support available in their local network where possible with an aim of preventing needs arising and promoting independence in their own home. We benefit from a mental health reablement service which supports our clients to meet their goals and retain independence and recover from periods of ill health. \nHave a particular focus on reviewing and S117 aftercare, you will support the team manager with quality assurance of S117 applications across the council and the process and we are particularly looking for someone highly organised and efficient.\n You will hold a small varied caseload as well as providing supervision, guidance and oversight to a group of social care practitioners, operating as the duty manager for the team on a rota basis and deputising for the Team Manager as necessary. You will contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents. You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures.\nYou will need to have:\n<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>\n<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and relevant legislation that guides Adult Social Care.</li>\n<li>Understanding and experience in working with the MHA 1983 (as amended 2007) and the MCA 2005)</li>\n<li>Significant understanding and experience in working with adults with serious mental illness.</li>\n<li>Good teamwork and networking skills</li>\n<li>A proven ability to focus on good outcomes for people</li>\n</ul>\n We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop. There are opportunities for training as an Approved Mental Health Professional, BIA or practice educator. We work closely with our colleagues within Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. This role offers Agile/Hybrid Working – you have the opportunity to work from home and the Civic Offices in Reading but also you will need to attend face to face visits within the Reading Borough.\n You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do\nDrive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential\nBe Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way\nMake a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed\n Our offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years LG continuous service and 33 days after 10 years' service in Reading, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n</ul>\n If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Penny Conroy, Mental Health Social Care Team Manager, on 07580 539 875 or <a href=\"mailto:penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk\">penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk</a>\n \nClosing date: Applications to be reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed \nPlease note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,708 to £48,710 + £2,000 Market Supplement = £44,708 to £50,710 Per year","publishDate":"2025-04-29T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4b7df9db-b448-4450-b25f-a7ce20a7595b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"642cfa8c-9ccc-4051-80e6-d67e79fa5465","title":"Mental Health Practitioner - 12 Month FTC","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We are dedicated in supporting some of our most vulnerable clients and help change people's lives for the better.\nWe are looking for a qualified Mental Health Social Worker to work alongside our passionate Rough Sleeper and Housing Options teams.\n<h4>About you</h4>\nYou will be working with rough sleepers and domestic abuse victims by building relationships with vulnerable people who are struggling with their mental health and assisting them in accessing appropriate services.\nOnce a week you will be required to conduct an early morning outreach with the Rough Sleeper team and support people who may be in a state of crisis. \nAny successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.\n<h4>About the team</h4>\nThe Rough Sleeper Team is a small, friendly, but busy team providing an extensive and responsive support for rough sleepers. We work closely with the Housing Options team and the Domestic Abuse Officer to deliver a holistic service to all our clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.\nWe pride ourselves on being person centred and have formed positive working relationships with other support agencies within and outside of the council.\nWe have a can do attitude that enables us to offer the best support to some of the most vulnerable members of our community.\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To provide outreach and weekly visits to rough sleepers within Bracknell Forest.</li>\n<li>To work with those customers who have fled domestic violence and are within our temporary accommodation and require mental health support.</li>\n<li>To actively work with rough sleepers to relieve their homelessness. By assisting them into alternative housing when all other housing options or solutions are exhausted.</li>\n<li>To undertake a comprehensive assessment of a rough sleeper’s needs. Ensuring that any complex needs are identified and support is sought from relevant agencies.</li>\n<li>To engage with rough sleepers and build a rapport to ensure that any identified mental health needs are supported by external agencies to enable wrap around support to the rough sleeper.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n*(pro rata for part time)\n<h4>Our values</h4>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. \nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h4>Interview date </h4>\nInterviews will be held on 28 May 2025 \nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. \nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:\nAlex Manning, Rough Sleeper Team Leader: 01344 352117\n \nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nCandidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.\nSocial Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. \nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.\nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. 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The Brambles team is supported by Practice Assistants and a Family Support Worker, includes two ASYE Social Workers, and a fantastic team of Social and Senior Social Workers. There are two exceptional ATM's plus a steady and supportive Team Manager leading the team.\nAt Wokingham, we are committed to our social workers having caseloads that give them time to focus on relationship based practice. To reflect this we are seeking experienced, permanent Social Workers who have a passion for working with and improving outcomes for children.\nWe are keen to hear from Social Workers that are flexible, dynamic and willing to work with safe uncertainty, to achieve the best outcomes for our children. We welcome creative individuals who are keen to make a difference by finding supportive solutions for our most vulnerable children. \nQuote from a Social Worker in the Brambles Team (December 2024):\n\"The Brambles Team is a really stable team. We have regular team meetings and everyone chips in and supports each other when we're on duty. Even in times of heightened stress, we know that we can always depend on each other and our managers for full support and encouragement. It's a great team culture.\"\nWhat we can offer you:\n<ul>\n<li>\nHybrid working: Our Long Term Teams work in a hybrid capacity, with our Social Workers combining a regular routine of working in the office, working from home, and working within the community.</li>\n<li>\nL&D: Social Workers in Wokingham are highly valued for the important and challenging work they undertake and will find an environment where their learning and development is promoted and supported.</li>\n<li>\nSupport: Our Social Workers benefit from regular in-depth supervision with their managers, supportive peers and positive team spirit. Our Principal Social Worker and Practice Consultants work closely with our teams to provide learning and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nCulture: We are so proud of our positive and motivated team spirit. Our teams work closely with eachother, our Team Managers are relentlessly focussed on staff wellbeing, Social Workers feel supported & empowered in their roles. </li>\n</ul>\nOur package:\n<ul>\n<li>Salary: £44,511 - £50,754 per annum (inc £3k Market Supplement)</li>\n<li>Annual Leave: 28 days, rising to 33 days with 5 years continuous service</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension</li>\n<li>Local and National Discounts</li>\n<li>Continuous Professional Development</li>\n<li>Supportive Management</li>\n</ul>\nFor an informal discussion about the role, please contact either:\nFrankie Smith, Team Manager, Brambles Team <a href=\"mailto:Frankie.smith@wokingham.gov.uk\">Frankie.smith@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Alix Williams, Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care: <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nClosing Date: Sunday 25th May at 11pm\nInterview Date: 5th June, in person in our main offices in Wokingham.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. WBC is an equal opportunities employer.\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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We want to see you thrive at Wokingham Borough Council, and pride ourselves on the opportunities to train and progress throughout your career.\nWe offer flexible working arrangements, with the option to hybrid work between home and the office in addition to the necessary in-person meetings and assessments.\nBenefits\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more! \nKey Responsibilities\n<ul>\n<li>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess or reassess the needs of customers and their carer’s, offering access to support services in line with their eligible needs.</li>\n<li>To proactively contribute to the develop of the team, working creatively to support strong local networks to help identify how specific the needs of our customers could be met in different ways.</li>\n<li>To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.</li>\n<li>To promote a strengths-based model of care and approach to assessing a broad range of needs, in line with the Care Act 2014.</li>\n<li>To ensure that you bring forward good ideas, offer creative solutions, challenge areas where the Council can improve, and to contribute to the Council’s ongoing success.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate Requirements\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work qualification (degree or diploma) and registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car).</li>\n<li>Experience of using standard Microsoft programs and specialist client record systems</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nFor more information about this opportunity, please contact Emma Hodge, Team Manager Ongoing Support Team, <a href=\"mailto:emma.hodge@wokingham.gov.uk\">emma.hodge@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nClosing date: Sunday 1st June 2025 11pm\nInterviews: TBC\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. \nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Within this position you will work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, whilst promoting well-being, independence and safety.\nYou will support and enable people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve and to implement and review support plans to meet these needs and to liaise with other professional/agencies as required.\nYou'll be joining a varied and supportive team who are passionate about young people and achieving the best outcomes to give them the best start into adulthood. \nBenefits: \nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Cycle to work schemes\n⭐ Monthly Supervision\n⭐ Opportunities to apply to train as a Best Interest Assessor to support our young people\n⭐ Social Work Registration Paid\n⭐ And much more! \nKey responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess, review or reassess complex needs of customers and their carers, offering advice and guidance and access to support services in line with their eligible needs, with an emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.</li>\n<li>To adopt a strengths-based approach to the role and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural background and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are listened to and acknowledged</li>\n<li>To undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate.</li>\n<li>To identify and/or make enquiries concerning any allegations of potential abuse or neglect of adults with care and support needs with a view to the development and implementation of safeguarding plans which maintain their safety, and the safety of others, within the multi-agency safeguarding adults procedures.</li>\n<li>To interpret and analyse varied and complex information or situations and work with relevant others to create solutions</li>\n<li>To work collaboratively with individuals, their carers, families and other stakeholders to gather information for the purpose of assessing and reviewing the individual’s needs and in order to identify the best options available to meet the identified needs</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements: \n<ul>\n<li>Qualified Social Worker </li>\n<li>Current registration to professional governing body - Social Work England</li>\n<li>Experience in a Social Care or health care environment</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in undertaking assessment of complex needs</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience in interpreting and analysing varied and complex information to produce solutions</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nAlternatively, for more information or to arrange an informal discussion, contact Anita Davies, Lead Specialist Preparing for Adulthood Team Leader via email <a href=\"mailto:a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk\">a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk</a> \nClosing Date: Sunday 25th May 2025, 11pm\nInterview Date: W/C Monday 2nd June 2025\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.\nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-24T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4558d402-709c-4d13-8392-528904959d56.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dcc1fc64-fcc6-44fb-bdc6-fdd95b990e86","title":"Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"We are looking for a committed and experienced manager to lead our First Response (MASH) team, which reviews safeguarding concerns, assesses risk, and shares information when people report abuse or neglect of children.\n<h4>About you</h4>\nYou will need to be adaptable, to work well under pressure both individually and as part of a team and to work to tight timescales. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will need to engage sensitively with professionals and senior leaders in schools.\nAny successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.\n<h4>About the team</h4>\nWe are a small and friendly local authority. The leaders and managers know that it is essential for social care workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best workers they can be.\nThis is an exciting and challenging opportunity, working in a fast-paced, modern environment with different public agencies where you can develop your skills and experience.\n<h4>Key responsibilities</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>To be responsible for the management of the first point of contact (MASH) supporting the arrangements for children aged 0-18 who may require a statutory social work assessment or child protection response.</li>\n<li>To be responsible for all enquiries at first point of contact (including overseeing the Confidential MASH process) through to transfer to the right service at the right time.</li>\n<li>To ensure the effective delivery of the service through the management of staff and other resources.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Our benefits</h4>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n*(pro rata for part time)\n<h4>Our Values</h4>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. \nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h4>Interview date </h4>\nInterviews will be held on 13 May 2025\nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.\nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:\nHannah Morris, Head of Service,First Response: 01344 351379\n \nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nCandidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.\nSocial Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. \nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.\nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£60,866 - £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 ECU.","publishDate":"2025-04-24T08:44:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e5c033c1-df62-4bbc-b5e2-cc0f4b598ffd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6e05ee9f-5432-4d2d-8071-bbfedb8f2cf5","title":"Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Social Worker (PSW) to join the Adult Social Care team at Reading Borough Council. In this pivotal role, you will lead the delivery of high-quality social care, ensuring the best outcomes for individuals through strengths-based assessments. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle with a mixture of home working and access to an office based in the centre of Reading. About the Role:\nWe are looking for an inspirational, innovative and dedicated leader with significant knowledge and expertise in the practice and delivery of social work for adults. As the Principal Social Worker, you will have a strong commitment to supporting the life that matter to you - Reading’s Adult Social Care’s vision. At Reading we strive for excellence, we have an ambitious experienced leadership team who value the critical role of the Principal Social Worker.\n \nAs our Principal Social Worker you will provide leadership and professional support to social workers and be responsible for the development of social work practice and practice systems, promoting best practice which positively supports practitioners and the Council to meet the needs of people who draw on care and support in Reading. You will work closely with senior leaders, frontline teams, and key stakeholders to develop policy, improve standards, and support social workers in their professional development. Key areas of the role are ensuring best practice, scrutiny and assurance, reporting to the Deputy Director, as well as meeting regularly with the Executive Director for Communities and Adult Social Care.\n \nAbout You:\nTo be successful in this role, you will need:\n<ul>\n<li>A Social Work England registration and a recognised Social Work qualification.</li>\n<li>Extensive experience in Adult Social Care, with a strong track record in leadership and practice improvement.</li>\n<li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and best practice in social work.</li>\n<li>Strong influencing, communication, and partnership-working skills.</li>\n<li>A commitment to embedding strengths-based, person-centred practice to achieve positive outcomes.</li>\n</ul>\n We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a Social Worker. \nAs well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading\nDrive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively\nBe Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential \nMake a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity \nOur offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. \nA competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery fees</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n</ul>\n If you would like to find out more about this role and the team please contact Jo Purser (Deputy Director - Safeguarding, Quality & Practice) <a href=\"mailto:Jo.purser@reading.gov.uk\">Jo.purser@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Wednesday 7th May 2025 Interview date: Week commencing 19th May 2025 Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.\n \nVisit: <a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW9452701 BCX0\" href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community & Adult Social Care Services. 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The service has been rated Good, with outstanding features by HM Inspectorate of Probation and is within the Quadrant 1 of Outstanding practice from the Youth Justice Board.\nWe are a trauma informed service, who work compassionately and restoratively, with a child first guiding principle. We care about our staff by providing development opportunities and promoting a healthy work/life balance. We are a small, hands on team, who work creatively with children, listening to them and involving them in shaping our service. We like to learn and develop so we hold workshops and training events every month. The quality of our work has been recognised by the HMIP inspection from June 2024 and the youth justice board. The impact of our work is evidenced in the 50% reduction of the first time entrants into our service as well as the reduction of the re-offending rates.\nAs a youth justice worker, you will hold a mix caseload of prevention, diversion, out of court and Court/custodial cases. \nBenefits:\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more! \nKey Aspects of the role\n<ul>\n<li>We work with children who are at risk of offending or who have already offended to reduce the chances they will offend again and support them achieve their full potential.</li>\n<li>Our prevention and diversion offers are very strong. These include the development and delivery of group work and tailored workshops for children.</li>\n<li>A key aspect of our work is writing analytical and critical assessments, reports and plans. There is a lot of case management and record keeping is an essential part of our job.</li>\n<li>We have a duty to safeguard our children whilst also protecting the public: safety assessments, safety management and safeguarding and welfare of the children we work with is an essential aspect of our role.</li>\n<li>We work in a multi-agency team and context: we support children as part of a network so you must be good communicating with others to overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes for our children.</li>\n<li>Our role involves adherence to many pieces of legislation, frameworks, and guidance which you will have to learn and become familiar with to be able to deliver your role.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate Requirements\n<ul>\n<li>There is an essential requirement for this role to have a qualification in Social Work, Probation Services or Professional Certificate in Effective Practice (PCEP). Consideration for candidates without qualification will only be on the basis of them being currently employed as a youth justice worker in another service and to have held that post for a minimum of 6 months. Candidates that do not meet this essential requirement will not be shortlisted. </li>\n<li>You are knowledgable about the Child First framework, trauma informed approaches, relevant criminal youth justice legislation, National Standards for Children in Youth Justice and Youth Justice Board best practice guidance. </li>\n<li>You are familiar with Restorative Justice and the support that victims of crime need.</li>\n<li>You can relate and engage with children and families, who have often experienced trauma.</li>\n<li>You have experience of working with partners to improve outcomes for children.</li>\n<li>You are able to write in an analytical and critical way, interpreting and analysing facts to produce reports and assessments for different audiences.</li>\n<li>You will need to work to tight deadlines, in a fast paced, varied and rapidly changing environment and keep accurate and timely records.</li>\n<li>You will be dynamic, adaptable, resilient and responsive to change to legislation and guidance, the various aspects of your role and children's circumstances.</li>\n<li>You will have the experience of and ability to processing significant amount of written information (i.e. legislation, frameworks).</li>\n</ul>\nDue to the requirements of the role, candidates will require a full driving licence and use of vehicle for business use. \nClosing Date: Sunday 11th May 2025, 11pm\nShortlist: applicants will be notified if they have been shortlisted on Monday 12th May 2025.\nInterviews: will take place on Wednesday 14th May 2025 at our office in Wokingham Town Centre. There will be no option for virtual interviews.\nOur Area:\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nIf you are interested in this role and would like further information or a discussion, please contact: Bea Nigolian <a href=\"mailto:bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk\">bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. \nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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You will also provide advice and guidance as well as access to support services in line with their eligible needs.\nYou'll be joining a varied and supportive team who are passionate about young people and achieving the best outcomes to give them the best start into adulthood. \nBenefits\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Cycle to work schemes\n⭐ Monthly Supervision\n⭐ Social Work Registration Paid\n⭐ And much more! \nKey responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>To work within the relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies, and procedures to undertake assessments, reviews and support planning with individuals and their carers, promoting well-being, independence for preparing for adulthood and safety.</li>\n<li>To enable people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve and to implement and review support plans to meet these needs and to liaise with other professional/agencies as required.</li>\n<li>To provide guidance, support, Supervision, and/or line management of registered and non-registered Social Care professionals, ensuring that quality and performance are met.</li>\n<li>To direct, support and undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate. </li>\n<li>To effectively manage your own priorities, workload and conflicting pressures and that of the team, escalating where appropriate.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements:\n<ul>\n<li>Professional degree level Social Work qualification or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Current registration to professional governing body (Social Work England).</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate, supervise and performance manage staff.</li>\n<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to daily use of a car).</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nAlternatively, to find out more or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Anita Davies, Lead Specialist Preparing For Adulthood Team Manager via email <a href=\"mailto:a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk\">a.davies@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or Barbara Ntow- Boahene, Senior Social Worker via email <a href=\"mailto:Barbara.Ntow-Boahene@wokingham.gov.uk\">barbara.ntow-boahene@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nClosing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm\nInterview Date: W/C Monday 26th May 2025\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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The team support these children and young people to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities in life.\nThe Here4U Team is a fantastic area to showcase your senior expertise in Social Care, as you will be working with children and young people from birth to 18yrs old in a variety of settings, including; kinship placements, foster care, residential care, placement with parents, UASC’s, and semi-independent living. You will work with professionals and family members to meet the children’s needs (which may be outside of the Borough) on both a planned and critical basis.\nYou will work directly with children and young people on a daily basis, building long term relationships supporting their care plans to adulthood.\nTo enable you to work to your best we will continue to develop you in your role and as part of the team. In addition to your future development, you will also have the opportunity to develop the range of interventions and skills you bring to make a difference to children and young people.\nBenefits:\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more! \nAbout Our Team:\nThe Here4U Team is a bright and vibrant culture with a positive workforce made up of: 9 Personal Assistants, 3 ASYE Social Workers, 5 experienced/Senior Social Workers, 4 Assistant Team Managers and one Team Manager. The team work on a hybrid basis, where Social Workers are able to be flexible with their diary commitments, balancing the needs of the young people we care for. The team collectively meet in person twice a month, with online team time regularly diarised outside of this.\nOur Area:\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nAlternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: \nHolly Potter (Here4U Team Manager) <a href=\"mailto:Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk\">Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or\nAlix Williams (Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care) <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a> \nClosing date: Sunday 18th May 2025, 11pm\nInterview date: Thursday 29th May 2025, at our main offices in Wokingham\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. \nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. \nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. \nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,710 - £49,764 per annum (plus additional £3k Market Supplement)","publishDate":"2025-04-10T14:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6b241f07-92f2-4978-b9bd-1eeb3514fb47.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"30b802e1-84ad-415d-8c4b-83ba89b88a60","title":"Social Worker - Supported Living Services","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"We are a Local Authority committed to serving our community and improving the lives of our residents, and we are currently seeking a motivated and talented Social Worker to join us for an exciting new 3 year project focused on developing our Supported Living Market. We’re looking for individuals with excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, service users, and healthcare providers. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. About the Role: You will hold a varied caseload across supported living services in and out of the Reading Borough and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents. You will:\n<ul>\n<li>work across services to review the people in the services,</li>\n<li>work with providers to set, review and meet outcomes.</li>\n<li>be proactive in collaborating with others and encourage change in practice</li>\n</ul>\n Your skills and experience will be central to the Supported Living project and the ongoing development of priorities for the project, changing ways of working for providers and the council and exploring new ways of working that can enhance the lives of Reading’s residents. Using a strengths-based approach and your unique Social Worker skill set you will support individuals to find solutions, promote wellbeing and healthy occupations through a variety of interventions including provision of equipment, adaptations, moving and handling, goal planning, re/enablement approaches, training providers, collaborative working. You will work closely with the allocated project Occupational Therapist, care providers, Housing Services, and Health colleagues, while operating within the legal framework of relevant legislation, guidance, policies, and procedures.\n \nWhile this role is initially a 3 year project, there is a clear plan for the Social Worker to transition into another team within Adult Social Care at the end of the project, ensuring continued development and stability within the service.\n \nYou will hold a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England. While community experience is beneficial, it is not essential. You will demonstrate a passion for improving services for people, strong influencing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with team members, providers, and partner organisations. An interest in supported living and in exploring and developing new ways of working is important, along with being open to innovation and change—both as a participant and a leader. The ability to develop and deliver training within their area of expertise is also key.\n The Supported Living Project:\nWe currently have around 380 people living in supported living services through accommodation-based services and community outreach. We work with around 50 providers to deliver a range of services from a few hours a week to multiple staff-24/7 services. The project is designed to put people we support, innovation, and outcome-based support planning at the core of the services. We want to work with our supported living providers to improve outcomes for individuals and ensure that everyone in supported living have person centred, strengths based support plans with clear outcomes, that support the person to be as independent as they can be. We want to work with people, their families and providers to:\n<ul>\n<li>Develop tech-based options</li>\n<li>Ensure reablement/enablement approaches are core to services</li>\n<li>Evidence Outcome based working is in every support plan and regularly reviewed</li>\n<li>Support moves on to independence (where we can)</li>\n<li>Ensure people are reaching their potential</li>\n<li>Ensure services are co-produced with the people who live in them</li>\n<li>Implement the REACH standards throughout the market</li>\n</ul>\n We offer excellent support, supervision, and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new professional skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio and supporting you to grow as a Social Worker.\n \nYou’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do\nDrive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential\nBe Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way\nMake a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed\n \nOur offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities </li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n</ul>\n \nClosing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission Interview date: To be confirmed \nIf you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact Sandra Sheldon – Review Team – Team Manager - <a href=\"mailto:sandra.sheldon@reading.gov.uk\">sandra.sheldon@reading.gov.uk</a> or call 07834 802 697 Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community & Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)","publishDate":"2025-04-09T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3d21eaa0-858b-4e9c-98ad-33f0ecd0dfdc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e3afc31d-570b-421b-8055-a3f7dda73924","title":"Social Worker - Discharge to Assess Hospital Team","employer":"Reading Borough Council","department":"","location":"Reading","locationType":3,"description":"Do you have a passion for social care? Do you strive for excellence and support lives that matter to people? We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Discharge to Assess Hospital Team within our Adult Social Care team here at Reading Borough Council. Wherever you are in your own career journey, we’re committed to offering the support and development you need. \nIt is an exciting time to be working as a registered Social Worker for Reading Borough Council. With a creative experienced leadership team who values its workforce, promoting innovation, you will be part of an excellent well led friendly and supportive team. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues, people who draw on care and support and health care providers.\n We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.\n \nAbout the Role:\n<ul>\n<li>To complete timely Care Act assessments for our higher intense case management with a strength-based focus, delivering positive outcomes for the individuals of Reading</li>\n<li>To complete post discharge reviews ensuring that care plans are accurate, and individuals eligible needs are being met</li>\n<li>To promote the use of direct payments to give individuals the flexibility in how they meet their needs.</li>\n<li>To promote a reablement focus for all individuals that are referred to adult social care</li>\n<li>To work with all families and carers ensuring that carers assessments are completed to promote support to individuals with a caring role.</li>\n<li>To develop close and effective relationships with providers, community voluntary services, and health professionals.</li>\n<li>To supervise staff to promote professional development and offer appropriate support</li>\n<li>To contribute to the efficiency of the team as a whole and deputise for senior workers when appropriate.</li>\n<li>To be a high performing, efficient, supportive and outcome focused team who together embed the principles of TEAM Reading.</li>\n</ul>\n \nTeam Objectives:\nThe Discharge to Assess Hospital Team works closely with other teams in Adult Services who are involved with the delivery of Adult Social Care. We work closely with individuals that have been admitted to hospital to promote the home first principle with a strength base ethos to get the best outcomes for the individuals that we work with. \nOur aim is to be a high performing, efficient, multidisciplinary team with a clear Team purpose and values that supports staff and values the skills and diversity within and around the team.\n \nYou will hold a varied caseload and contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for our residents. \nThis post offers opportunities to improve your skills and experience in Adult Social Care with high quality, client-led, interventions to service users in their own homes, in a friendly and supportive team. You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute, guidance, policies and procedures. \nYou will need to have:\n<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent in Social Work</li>\n<li>Registration with Social Work England</li>\n<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014</li>\n</ul>\n We offer excellent support, supervision and induction. You will have access to our Learning and Development programme and be supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities to learn and develop new clinical skills, helping you to build your Continuing Professional Development portfolio, extending your skills and supporting you to grow as a social worker. We work closely with our colleagues in Reading Borough Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we support. You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do\nDrive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential\nBe Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way\nMake a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed\n \nOur offer A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>\n<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick pay</li>\n<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>\n<li>Access to a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>\n<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>\n<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>\n<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) to help you save for your retirement</li>\n</ul>\n If you would like to find out more about this role and the team, please contact: Shaun Rogers (Discharge to assess Team Manager) on 07870 483 310 or <a href=\"mailto:Shaun.Rogers@reading.gov.uk\">Shaun.Rogers@reading.gov.uk</a> Closing date: Application to be reviewed on submission Interview date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href=\"https://moretoreading.co.uk/\">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community & Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)","publishDate":"2025-04-07T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dd84d079-84e2-4c11-a8b6-4603e3aa7823.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"374127fb-b87d-40aa-b622-eaeb94416033","title":"Senior Social Worker (Primary Care Networks)","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Senior Social Worker to join our award-winning adult social care team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.\nAs Senior Social Worker you will act as a key link between Primary Care Networks, General Practitioners and Health and Social Care. An integral part of the role will be to offer greater availability to support the PCN’s, creating increased access to guidance, joint-working and problem resolution.\nPart of this role will focus on the ways we can develop the integration through Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings, joint training and responsive social work input. Also developing and enhancing relationships with key stakeholders, including, voluntary and community services and seek to improve practices and interworking relationships.\nBenefits:\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Cycle to work schemes\n⭐ Monthly Supervision\n⭐ Social Work Registration Paid\n⭐ And much more! \nKey responsibilities: \n<ul>\n<li>To be a named representative and key link between Adult Social Care and Health. To liaise directly with GP surgeries about case work.</li>\n<li>To have active contact with PCN’s, local GP surgeries, Community Mental Health Workers, Social Prescribers and voluntary services. To be physically present, building relationships and networking to promote better communication and joint working relationships.</li>\n<li>To contribute towards the development of Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings within WBC, with a view to increased frequency and urgent responses. The role will also require chairing MDT meetings and acting as the Adult Social Care representative.</li>\n<li>To be allocated cases referred from the MDT meetings and the PCN’s, for people with social care needs, to ensure work is started immediately a using a Strength Based Approach. To work with a short term case load and support with the general duty functions of the team on a rota basis.</li>\n<li>To work in accordance with Care Act (2014) to provide preventative support or to assess the needs of customers and their carers, offering access to services in line with their eligible needs, with an emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.</li>\n<li>To adopt a Strength Based Approach to care and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers. To work in a person-centred way, ensuring that individual dignity is maintained, cultural and communication needs are addressed, and choices and aspirations are acknowledged and heard.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements: \n<ul>\n<li>Social Work (degree or diploma) qualification</li>\n<li>Full EU driving licence (and access to the daily use of a car)</li>\n<li>Ability to use standard Microsoft programs and to learn specialist client record systems etc</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate well and work collaboratively with team members/customers/families</li>\n<li>Minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience.</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions.</li>\n<li>Experience in a Social Care or health care environment.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing risk in a social care or health setting.</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area: \nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. \nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. \nFor an informal chat about the role please contact Laura Gordon –<a href=\"mailto:laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk\"> laura.gordon@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nClosing date: Sunday 4th May 2025, 11pm\nInterview date: TBC\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.\nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3,000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-04-04T12:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8cbe8d4a-a5c9-4506-bf52-bcf669153099.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8084b137-94e1-4f27-bf34-79d396962a1e","title":"ASYE Social Worker, Children's Services","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Shute End, Wokingham, HERE4U -Woodley Family Centre, 46 Church Road, Woodley","locationType":2,"description":"ASYE Social Worker, Children’s Social Care\nAt Wokingham our ASYE Social Workers are valued and invested in by means of supportive management, and a dedicated inhouse ASYE Programme; which is run by our Principal Social Worker and Practice Consultants.\nHaving an inhouse run ASYE Programme allows us to take a unique approach in how our newly qualified Social Workers are supported and coached to become confident and well rounded professionals, with sound knowledge and expertise in a range of different safeguarding scenarios.\nDue to our unique inhouse run ASYE programme; we are able to consider applications from individuals who have already started their ASYE journey and are looking for an alternative Local Authority to complete their year with.\nASYE Social Workers at Wokingham can expect to benefit from the following programme highlights (on an individual basis):\n<ul>\n<li>Individual bespoke learning plan for the year</li>\n<li>Three review points during your year, designed to develop your caseload at an appropriate rate</li>\n<li>Monthly reflective supervision (focussing on your personal development) with your dedicated Practice Consultant (with additional support available to suit your unique requirements).</li>\n<li>Monthly ‘check-in’ session, to learn about new processes</li>\n</ul>\nWe believe in creating a supportive environment amongst your fellow social workers, to build this culture of peer support we also provide:\n<ul>\n<li>Monthly ASYE group mornings</li>\n<li>Monthly ASYE group supervisions and case discussions</li>\n<li>Shadowing/buddy-up scheme across the teams</li>\n<li>Team-based group supervisions</li>\n<li>Practice model training events</li>\n</ul>\nAs an ASYE at Wokingham you will find an environment where your practice can flourish and learning and development is promoted. Many of our current Social Workers, Assistant Team Managers and Team Managers started with us as ASYEs. Wokingham Children’s Services are proud to have successfully retained over 80% of our ASYE workforce over the past 5 years.\nQuotes from our ASYE’s:\n“Wokingham ASYE has been a very positive experience for me. Right from the beginning at the recruitment stage you are made feel so welcome and safe. This warm approachable and supportive feeling is carried on throughout the ASYE year by the Principal Social Worker and Practice Consultants.”\n“The ASYE program in Wokingham does exactly what it says on the tin. As a newly qualified social worker you are supported to grow, learn and develop without feeling overwhelmed. With an induction that has continued to go from strength to strength over the 6 years since I started as a student and with a management group that listen to feedback and implement positive change to the program as a result of this.”\n“The best decision I have made in my Social Work career is joining the Wokingham ASYE programme. The Wokingham ASYE programme provided me with the support and security I needed to explore and develop my skills and knowledge at a pace that I felt in control of, while still providing the challenge I needed to progress.”\nYou can listen to what our Social Workers have to say about working at Wokingham via this link: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdX2BHk4070\">What's it like working in Children's Social Care at Wokingham Borough Council? (youtube.com)</a> And if you want to hear what our culture feels like from the top, here’s a clip of our Director of Children’s Services talking about Wokingham’s Children’s Services: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LMvIpRXPxY\">Emma Cockerell talks all things Wokingham (YouTube)</a>\nOur 2025 ASYE positions will be placed across our Children’s Services Teams. We are keen to hear from those that are flexible and dynamic who want to achieve the best outcomes for our children and young people.\nClosing date: Bank holiday Monday 5th May at 11pm\nInterviews will take place face-to-face in our Wokingham offices on: 21st, 22nd and 23rd May. In person at our offices in Wokingham.\nFor further information, or an informal conversation with regards to this vacancy, please contact: Alix Williams, Recruitment & Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care <a href=\"mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk\">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. \nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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You will be able to think systemically and have a commitment to developing others. You will be an excellent communicator and able to both lead and advise on complex safeguarding issues.\nYou will have a sound knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks and an ability to demonstrate a commitment to the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal whilst discharging your statutory duties.\nYou will be an excellent team player, confident, assertive, and able to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, with an ability to think flexibly and creatively in a solution focused and person-centred way.\nIf successful, you will join a friendly, dynamic team working on challenging but engaging work, making a real difference to others. The role also provides the opportunity for an interesting mix of roles and responsibilities with excellent opportunities for continual personal development.\nBenefits\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Cycle to work schemes\n⭐ Monthly Supervision\n⭐ Social Work Registration Paid\n⭐ And much more! \nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nFor an informal discussion about this job role, please contact Maria Harrison, maria.harrison@wokingham.gov.uk\nClosing date: 30th May 2025, 11pm Interview date: TBC\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. 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Social Worker - Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team

Reading Borough Council

£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Worker)

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Social Care Team

Reading Borough Council

£42,708 to £48,710 + £2,000 Market Supplement = £44,708 to £50,710 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Mental Health Practitioner - 12 Month FTC

Bracknell Forest Council

£42,145 - £47,387FTE inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User allowance

Time Square, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Social Worker, Children's Safeguarding (Long Term) Teams

Wokingham Borough Council

£44,511 - £50,754 per annum (inc £3k Market Supplement)

Shute End, Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Social Worker

Wokingham Borough Council

£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Wokingham Borough Council

£41,511 - £47,754 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Shute End, Wokingham, Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover

Bracknell Forest Council

£60,866 - £63,003 inclusive of £706 London Weighting and £963 ECU.

Time Square, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care

Reading Borough Council

£60,146 to £65,941 Per Year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Youth Justice Worker

Wokingham Borough Council

£35,235 - £38,626 per annum (Plus benefit)

Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Wokingham (On-Site)

Posted 13 days ago

Senior Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Wokingham Borough Council

£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 17 days ago

Senior Social Worker, Children in Care (Here4U) Team

Wokingham Borough Council

£48,710 - £49,764 per annum (plus additional £3k Market Supplement)

HERE4U -Woodley Family Centre, 46 Church Road, Woodley (Hybrid)

Posted 21 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Social Worker - Supported Living Services

Reading Borough Council

£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 22 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Social Worker - Discharge to Assess Hospital Team

Reading Borough Council

£34,314 to £42,708 Per year (£2,000 Market Supplement available for Experienced Social Workers)

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 24 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Senior Social Worker (Primary Care Networks)

Wokingham Borough Council

£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3,000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 27 days ago

Closing in 4 days

ASYE Social Worker, Children's Services

Wokingham Borough Council

£41,626 (inc £3k market supplement) Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Shute End, Wokingham, HERE4U -Woodley Family Centre, 46 Church Road, Woodley (Hybrid)

Posted 30+ days ago

Senior Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding Hub

Wokingham Borough Council

£51,710 - £52,764 Per Annum (Including £3000 Market Supplement), Plus Benefits

Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)

Posted 30+ days ago

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16 Social Work job vacancies in Wokingham

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Social Worker - Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Team

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Social Care Team

Mental Health Practitioner - 12 Month FTC

Social Worker, Children's Safeguarding (Long Term) Teams

Social Worker

Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Team Manager - First Response (MASH) 9-12 month FTC Maternity Cover

Principal Social Worker - Adult Social Care

Youth Justice Worker

Senior Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Senior Social Worker, Children in Care (Here4U) Team

Social Worker - Supported Living Services

Social Worker - Discharge to Assess Hospital Team

Senior Social Worker (Primary Care Networks)

ASYE Social Worker, Children's Services

Senior Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding Hub

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Social Work job vacancies in Wokingham