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Mental Health Social worker&nbsp; £41,133 - £49,056 plus £3,000 market supplement About the Role Exciting opportunities have arisen within our newly transformed Mental Health Social Services in the London Borough of Newham (LBN) and we are looking to hire social workers. The candidate must have a minimum of two years’ experience, can be a practicing Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP’s) or be willing to train as an AMHP.&nbsp;We are looking for people who embrace change and are committed to help us shape our vision for Adult Mental Health Services, to focus on Recovery based, personalized and outcome focused approaches, in which our residents get an improved choice, greater control, and maximize their independence.&nbsp; Duties include carrying out social care needs and Carers assessments under the Care Act of 2014 both in the community and in hospital, completing support planning and reviews. You will undertake Social Circumstance Reports, attending Mental Health Review Tribunals and attending s117 after care meetings under the Mental Health Act1983 (2007). You will also be asked to act as an Enquiry Officer on Safeguarding cases and have a strong understanding of Mental Capacity Assessments and DoLS. If you are an AMHP you will be expected to contribute to the AMHP rota. There is a strong commitment to supporting professional development, to improve services and outcomes for vulnerable people.&nbsp; As a qualified Social Worker we know that you want to make a difference and working at Newham you will be given every support and opportunity to do so. Mental Health Neighbourhood Team South – our long-term team, holding a case load of those who receive commissioned care and support services, undertaking reviews of people’s needs and supporting people from a recovery based approach to enhance a person’s independence and promote well-being. About you We are looking for a passionate and dedicated team member, who is happy to work autonomously in a busy and fast-paced team and has the ability to effectively prioritise.&nbsp; You will have undertaken statutory work as per the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005, and have awareness of other pertinent legislation (Mental Health Act 1983 / 2007, Human Rights Act 1998, Equalities Act 2010). Strong assessments skills are a must, always using a person-centred and strengths based approach with the ability to think creatively outside the box. An understanding of the social determinants of mental health issues are key along with the complexities that may go with it including drug and alcohol issues, forensics issues, anti-social behaviour, and housing issues.&nbsp; We are seeking a social worker with the ability to engage the most vulnerable and hard to serve residents within one of the most diverse and disadvantaged boroughs in Newham.&nbsp; The successful post holder must be willing to work from the office, at home and see residents in hospital and the community, be doubly vaccinated against Covid-19, have a current DBS, and be registered with Social Work England.If you would like more information about this post, please contact Practice Managers Barbara Joseph (<a href="mailto:barbara.joseph@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">barbara.joseph@newham.gov.uk</a>) or Barbara Osei-Agyemang (<a href="mailto:Barbara.Osei-Agyemang@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Barbara.Osei-Agyemang@newham.gov.uk</a>). Please view JD here Closing date 31/10/25 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Social Worker

Job Description Salary: £45,624 - £52,038 per annum Grade: F Permanent&nbsp;Contract 37 Hours per Week &nbsp;An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Adult Safeguarding&nbsp;Team. We are looking for a social worker with 2 years post qualifying experience in Adults Social Care to work in this highly skilled team as a Senior Practitioner and Best Interests Assessor (or willing to undertake this training). You will be working with Adults who have been referred to the team due to concerns about safeguarding. You will be expected to cover safeguarding duty; complete initial information gathering and signpost when concerns are received; complete s42 safeguarding enquiries; participate in safeguarding strategy meetings; and complete Best Interests Assessments under DOLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) (once qualified as a BIA). You will work closely with colleagues in other departments and wider agencies in order to safeguard vulnerable adults.The team is busy, but every case is different, and you will be able to draw on a wealth of knowledge and experience from your safeguarding team members, as well as our wider teams. We have adopted the Community Led Support Approach, and all our teams work as one big team, in a person-centred way, with the focus being on building on the strengths of the person and the community around them. Working from home or our community hubs and flexible working is encouraged and supported; this is definitely not an office job, and we guarantee that you will enjoy this innovative way of working!Adult Social Care at Thurrock Council has so much to offer you, and we look forward to see what you can offer Adult Social Care.The post will be 37 hours per week on a permanent contract. We currently offer a retention allowance for those who successfully complete their probation period and remain in employment with us. Other employee benefits are available and can be discussed further at your interview. For an informal discussion please call Dianne Ryan on 07872 009981 or Elmari Bishop on 07872 009804.Please note – we will only accept fully completed applications forms, which includes full education and work history. Your personal statement needs to evidence that you meet the essential skills, knowledge and experience as set out in the job description. You MUST have the following: &nbsp;<ul> <li>A social work qualification;</li> <li>Current registration with Social Work England;&nbsp;</li> <li>2 years post qualifying experience as a Social Worker in Adult Social Care; and&nbsp;</li> <li>Evidence of post graduate qualifications (e.g. Practice Assessor, AMHP or BIA training) to be considered for an interview.</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level with Adults Barred List is required for this role.Advert Closing Dates:Redeployment Only: 9th October 2025Internal &amp; External Applications: 31st October 2025 To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EZs2AsQj8rxMiZ7Ktu32ABgBrw3IAueUiTxglxe-nKFapg?e=BEzhre" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>“If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Thurrock Council

Senior Practitioner - Adults Safeguarding & Intervention Team

Ealing Council serves the residents and businesses of London’s third largest borough, which is located in the heart of west London. We put the needs of our 385,000 residents above all else and the council’s three priorities reflect the issues that matter most to local people. We are committed to improving services, our performance and ensuring value for money in everything we do.As our Monitoring Officer, you’ll work closely with the Chief Executive, Strategic Leadership Team, Cabinet Members, and elected councillors to ensure Ealing Council operates lawfully, ethically, and transparently. You’ll lead the development of our constitution and governance framework, provide expert legal advice on strategic decisions, and champion high standards of conduct and decision-making.You will lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering customer-focused, enabling services that support transformation and continuous improvement, and will be responsible for the oversight and challenge of service budgets and the legal services trading account.This is more than a legal role; it’s a chance to shape the future of local democracy and governance by being part of a forward-thinking leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and delivering real impact for our communities.To succeed in the role of Monitoring Officer, you will:· Be a qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive.· Have extensive experience in local government law, governance, and ethical standards and of working within or with local government.· Demonstrate expert knowledge, understanding and experience of local government law and practice.· Have significant experience of working effectively in a complex political environment and of providing strategic professional legal and governance advice to senior management and members.· Have previously lead and developed high-performing teams, delivering high-quality support services and delivering continuous improvement.· Be a pragmatic and visible leader who builds high levels of trust, motivation and performance.· Be able to constructively challenge service leads, providing robust advice and achieving a balance between supporting services and managing corporate risks.To apply for this role, submit your CV and a supporting statement addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the role to <a href="mailto:seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">seniorrecruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a> by 5pm 31 October 2025.Your CV should be tailored and include detail of your education, qualification, full employment history and membership of professional bodies.Please aim to keep your CV and supporting statement to two pages each and include your name at the top of both documents on all pages used.This role is subject to a Member Level Appointments Panel.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21087/director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Role Profile</a><a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21086/ejr013316_-_director_of_legal_and_democratic_services_monitoring_officer.pdf" target="_blank">Monitoring Officer – Applicant Pack</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Director of Legal and Democratic Services (Monitoring Officer)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a strategic and authoritative leader for the role of Principal Occupational Therapist. This pivotal position provides strategic professional leadership and technical oversight for all occupational therapy services across both Adult Social Care and Children's Services. You will act as the lead advisor to the council on OT practice, driving service quality, innovation, and strategic transformation.You will ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred, strengths-based practice that champions the independence and well-being of Harrow's residents. A key element is leading the professional support and strategic development of all Occupational Therapists, Assistants, and Trusted Assessors, ensuring the workforce is equipped to manage complex casework related to physical disabilities, equipment, and adaptations.This role involves providing expert professional advice to senior management, care management teams, and external partners. You will play a strategic role in the commissioning of adaptation and equipment services, ensuring efficiency, statutory compliance, and placing the welfare of citizens at the heart of service delivery and decision-making. About You The successful candidate will:<ul><li>Hold an Occupational Therapy qualification.</li><li>Have registration with HCPC.</li><li>Have extensive knowledge of the legislation/policies that relate to the Adults agenda, to a level that can advise other less experienced staff.</li><li>Have significant experience in carrying out occupational therapy responsibilities to advise and guide less experienced staff.</li><li>Have experience of providing professional supervision to Occupational Therapists, OTA’s and Trusted Assessors or students.</li><li>The ability to carry out specialised training as required.</li><li>Have the ability to present complex cases to panel with good clear outcomes.</li><li>The ability to write reports.</li><li>Willingness and ability to work occasional unsocial hours.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=26084&amp;hashed=-369484631" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Principal Occupational Therapist

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for a Senior Practitioner Transitions Designated Social Care Officer to join the CYADS Team. This dual-role post combines operational leadership as a Senior Practitioner within the Children and Young Adults with Disabilities (CYADS) Transition Team and strategic oversight as the Designated Social Care Officer (DSCO). This is a crucial position for a motivated and experienced professional seeking to make a significant impact.As a Senior Practitioner, you will provide vital support to the Team Manager by overseeing daily operations and ensuring high standards of practice. Your responsibilities will include supervising staff, supporting colleagues with complex casework, and fostering the development of the team. A key part of this role is ensuring that support plans are delivered cost-effectively and make effective use of local resources.The DSCO element of the post broadens your influence, giving you a strategic role in improving services across the borough. You will enhance collaboration and coordination between social care, education, and health services to provide a seamless support system for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This includes a core responsibility to improve the quality of life and outcomes for children and young people with SEND and their families. Finally, this post is instrumental in ensuring that Harrow Council meets its statutory responsibilities under relevant legislation, upholding national standards and promoting best practices across the service. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>A social Worker qualification and hold qualifications, such as, CQSW, DipSW/HE, BA in social Worker or MA/MSC in Social Work.</li><li>You must be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>Hold the Practice Educator qualification.</li><li>Educational attainment to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>A minimum of two years post qualification experience in a social work role.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25964&amp;hashed=143209173" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Senior Practitioner Transitions Designated Social Care Officer CYADS

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Graddfa HouseTeam: Community Resource Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The Community Resource Team (CRT) is a large team, consisting of several disciplines, e.g., Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physios, Domiciliary Care staff.The Hospital Discharge element of the CRT is a fast-paced environment and the post holder will be vital in providing support to enable safe discharges, focusing on working with individuals to achieve their outcomes.The Hospital Discharge part of the service is made up of experienced and newly qualified Social Workers and Social Work Assistants who offer support to each other and are also supported by experienced Managers.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification</li><li>The ability to work constructively with other professionals to promote partnership working practices</li><li>Experience of working within the Continuing Health Care framework</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients and attend meeting.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Joanne Milliken on 07920 152573 or email <a href="mailto:millij@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">millij@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Senior Practitioner Social Worker

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The Role is to work as a 'Care and Support Worker' for West Northamptonshire Council. The work will take place at Turn Furlong RIBU (Recovering Independence Bed Unit).The 'Recovering Independence Bed' unit will be delivered by a range of staff, from both health and social care settings. Our team will deliver clinical care, rehabilitation support and care support, ensuring people experience the best quality of service they can, in a prompt and seamless way.The services will provide a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team, with experience from both elements of health and social care, to deliver vital intermediate care for people in Northamptonshire.The team will provide quality care for our people, specialising in rehabilitation/reablement and sub-acute care for people discharged from acute hospitals.As the focus of the centres is rehabilitation and reablement you will be working in an integrated multi-disciplinary team that includes senior nurses, staff nurses, unregistered staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, medical staff and social care colleagues.&nbsp; This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate.&nbsp;It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check.&nbsp;West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? 36 hours per week (12 hours day shifts). Operating on a 4 week rolling rota. The current rota for this position does not include any weekend working.The team will provide quality care for our people, specialising in rehabilitation/reablement and sub-acute care for people discharged from acute hospitals.As the focus of the centres is rehabilitation and reablement you will be working in an integrated multi-disciplinary team that includes senior nurses, staff nurses, unregistered staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, medical staff and social care colleagues.<ul>
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<li>Helping customers to get washed and dressed.</li>
<li>Providing manual handling support and personal care.</li>
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<li>Liaise with health professionals.</li>
<li>Reporting any concerns or incidents to senior members of the team.</li>
<li>Arranging and taking part in activities with members of the community.</li>
</ul>Main Responsibilities:1. &nbsp; &nbsp;To provide practical, personal and emotional care and support and to WNC customers who may have a range of different health and social care needs.2. &nbsp; &nbsp;To support the customer to maintain or develop social networks and &nbsp;interests, &nbsp;where required organising and/or participating in activities of the customers choice.3. &nbsp; &nbsp;To always be mindful of treating customers with kindness, respect and compassion, that helps foster a feeling of happiness and contentment for customers.4. &nbsp; &nbsp;To ensure each customer experiences a service that meets their own personal needs and preferences, as set out in their care/support plan, and to refer any areas of concern to your line manager.5. &nbsp; &nbsp;To work in such a way as that promotes the customers’ health and wellbeing, ensures dignity is preserved, supports independence and choice, whilst maintaining safety making sure any areas of concern are reported to their line manager.6. &nbsp; &nbsp;To work with the customer to understand and contribute to assess their needs of customers, e.g. risk, manual handling and use of low-level equipment.7. &nbsp; &nbsp;To contribute to individual care plans, record all activities and refer any issues of concern to the duty manager to ensure that the customer receives support and care appropriate to their needs.8. &nbsp; &nbsp;To safely operate a range of lifting and transporting equipment as necessary to help and support customers, reporting any faults with equipment to the duty manager in accordance with appropriate training, policies and procedures.9. &nbsp; &nbsp;To ensure that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons, e.g. infection control.10. &nbsp; &nbsp;To comply with West Northamptonshire Councils Policies and Procedures, and any relevant legislative requirements.11. &nbsp; &nbsp;Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post.12. &nbsp; Ensure that mandatory training is completed to satisfaction and on time.About you You don’t need previous experience in social care, or qualifications, we will provide all the training and support you need to give you the skills and confidence be able to care for our residents.Basic literacy and numeracy skills will be required to maintain records and assist with associated administrative tasks.This role will engage with others in assisting with physical tasks requiring some modest manual dexterity. This might include basic cooking, domestic or other vocational activities where physical skills are needed to carry out tasks.You will be required to have a basic understanding and ability to use computers for standard software applications, and have physical dexterity needed for thisCommunication with others is central to the roles.&nbsp; Job holders will constantly interact with others for whom instructions and practical advice must be tailored in a manner appropriate to their needs.Listening to others and working with them to achieve agreed outcomes is central to ensuring their wellbeing. Not all individuals will be able to express themselves eloquently, and others will need straightforward messages explained to them in clear, understandable and accessible terms. Career development and training opportunitiesOur team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.All new starters are required to complete the Care Certificate, if not already completed previously, alongside mandatory training within their induction period. Courses are updated throughout your employment.We welcome applications from those with any level of experience.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Care & Support Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>The Role is to work as a 'Care and Support Worker' for West Northamptonshire Council. The work will take place at Turn Furlong RIBU (Recovering Independence Bed Unit).The 'Recovering Independence Bed' unit will be delivered by a range of staff, from both health and social care settings. Our team will deliver clinical care, rehabilitation support and care support, ensuring people experience the best quality of service they can, in a prompt and seamless way.The services will provide a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team, with experience from both elements of health and social care, to deliver vital intermediate care for people in Northamptonshire.The team will provide quality care for our people, specialising in rehabilitation/reablement and sub-acute care for people discharged from acute hospitals.As the focus of the centres is rehabilitation and reablement you will be working in an integrated multi-disciplinary team that includes senior nurses, staff nurses, unregistered staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, medical staff and social care colleagues.&nbsp; This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate.&nbsp;It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check.&nbsp;West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>You don’t need previous experience in social care, or qualifications, we will provide all the training and support you need to give you the skills and confidence be able to care for our residents.Basic literacy and numeracy skills will be required to maintain records and assist with associated administrative tasks.This role will engage with others in assisting with physical tasks requiring some modest manual dexterity. This might include basic cooking, domestic or other vocational activities where physical skills are needed to carry out tasks.You will be required to have a basic understanding and ability to use computers for standard software applications, and have physical dexterity needed for thisCommunication with others is central to the roles.&nbsp; Job holders will constantly interact with others for whom instructions and practical advice must be tailored in a manner appropriate to their needs.Listening to others and working with them to achieve agreed outcomes is central to ensuring their wellbeing. Not all individuals will be able to express themselves eloquently, and others will need straightforward messages explained to them in clear, understandable and accessible terms. Career development and training opportunitiesOur team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.All new starters are required to complete the Care Certificate, if not already completed previously, alongside mandatory training within their induction period. Courses are updated throughout your employment.We welcome applications from those with any level of experience.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7508/Conditions_of_Service_-_CVP0445.pdf" target="_blank">Conditions_of_Service_-_CVP0445</a></li>
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To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.&nbsp;
Come join us and be part of our success.&nbsp;
Are you passionate about quality, compliance, and service improvement? Do you have experience working with ISO 9001 or other Quality Management Systems? If so, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Senior Technical and Quality Assurance Officer to join our Quality Assurance Team within Neighbourhood Services. This is a pivotal role in ensuring that our frontline services are delivered to the highest standards and in line with regulatory and corporate expectations.&nbsp;
About the Role:&nbsp;
Lead on the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality assurance frameworks across a range of environmental and neighbourhood services.
Provide expert technical advice and support to operational teams, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and procedures.
Conduct audits, inspections, and service reviews, identifying areas for improvement and supporting the implementation of corrective actions.
Support the maintenance and development of our Quality Management System, including ISO 9001 compliance.
Collaborate with service managers, frontline staff, and external partners to embed a culture of continuous improvement and performance excellence.
About You:&nbsp;
Has experience in a technical or quality assurance role, ideally within a local authority or similar public service setting.
Holds a relevant qualification in quality management, environmental services, or a related field
Has practical experience of working with ISO 9001 or other recognised Quality Management Systems.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Is confident working independently and collaboratively, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Claire James <a>Claire.James@Knowsley.gov.uk&nbsp;</a> 0151 443 2452
James Holmes <a href="mailto:James.Holmes@Knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.Holmes@Knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; 0151 443 2467&nbsp;
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.&nbsp;
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC&nbsp;<a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Senior Technical and Quality Services Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Based at Holland Road SiteCombination of 7.40am-8.20am and/ 3-6pm Monday to Friday Mixed days acceptedWe are looking for School club assistants to work with our friendly and supportive team of lunchtime staff and play leaders. &nbsp;You will need to:<ul>
<li>Supervise our children during club times, both in the playground and in the hall</li>
<li>Have a firm and fair approach with children from Reception to Year 6 at our Holland Road School site.</li>
<li>Have good inter-personal skills and a calm manner</li>
<li>Be either first-aid trained or willing to undertake similar training in the future which we will fund.</li>
</ul>This is a federation post and successful candidates may be asked to work on one of our other sites in the future.Paid weeks per year: 43.78&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Start date: As soon as possible <h2>About the role</h2>Closing date: 31 October 2025Interview date: To be arranged directly&nbsp;How to apply: To apply for this job, please complete an application form and return to the school office or email it to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:EmmaBarrell@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">EmmaBarrell@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>Telephone:&nbsp;01273 733386 (West Hove Infant) or&nbsp;01273 916609 (Hove Junior)Website:&nbsp;<a href="//www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk" target="_blank">www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk</a> or <a href="//www.westhoveinfants.co.uk" target="_blank">www.westhoveinfants.co.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Afterschool and/or Breakfast Club Assistant

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7441/Support_Staff_-_Application_Form_-_The_Cornovii_Trust.doc" target="_blank">Support_Staff_-_Application_Form_-_The_Cornovii_Trust</a></li>
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EXAM INVIGILATORS - CASUAL
Responsible to: The Exams Officer
Permanent.
Hours between 8.00am-4.00pm (half hour unpaid deduction for lunch)
To work mainly between January and July
We have a unique opportunity to join our Exams team as a Exam Invigilator.&nbsp;
Grade 2: scp 02 [FTE £24,413] £12.65 per hour
BASIC JOB PURPOSE&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Undertake examination invigilation as required for KS3, GCSE, AS and A2 external examinations and internal assessments / tests in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Examination Board and the Schools procedures.


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1
Assist with checking, preparation and set up of exam rooms, prior to arrival of pupils
2
Check identity of candidates, complete attendance registers and distribute examination papers.
3
Supervise candidates in the examination room, minimise disruptions and distractions and maintain examination conditions throughout.
4
Assist candidates as appropriate with additional supplies of paper and stationery.
5
Monitor the efficient timing of the exam to required standards.
6
Collect, check in and maintain integrity of examination papers at the end of the exam.
Notwithstanding the detail in this job description, in accordance with the School’s Flexibility Policy the job holder will undertake such work as may be determined by the Headteacher/Manager from time to time, up to or at a level consistent with the Main Responsibilities of the job and in any location within the school site/s.
All staff are expected to maintain high standards of student/customer care in the context of the School’s core values, to uphold Equality Diversity and the Health and Safety Policy standards and to participate in training activities necessary to their post.
All staff are expected to maintain a personal and professional image at all times and to follow the staff dress code as required by the business needs.

Exam Invigilators

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7413/SEN_TA_person_specification_2025.docx" target="_blank">SEN_TA_person_specification_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7414/Teaching_Assistant_-_school_with_special_needs_AAAD5027.docx" target="_blank">Teaching_Assistant_-_school_with_special_needs_AAAD5027</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7415/Application_Form_-_Support._2024.doc" target="_blank">Application_Form_-_Support._2024</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7743/job_advert_TA_AAD5027_SENTA_November_2025.docx" target="_blank">job_advert_TA_AAD5027_SENTA_November_2025</a></li>
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How to Apply:
Please submit your application detailing your suitability for the role to <a href="mailto:bursar@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">bursar@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a>. For more information about the role, please contact us on 01270 661526.



Teaching Assistant with Special Needs - AAAD5027 - Grade: 4 - £25,583 - £25,989 pro rata per annum (30 hours per week) - Primary Schools – Vine Tree Primary School
The governing body of this, vibrant and successful primary school is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced teaching assistant to support a child with special education needs on a one-to-one basis in Reception. The post is for 30 hours per week, 8.45am – 3:15pm.
The successful candidate will join a committed, professional and hardworking team who put the needs of our children first.&nbsp;
As a&nbsp;Special Needs Teaching Assistant,&nbsp;you will:
<ul>
<li>Have previous experience of working with SEND pupils.</li>
<li>Have experience using&nbsp;MAKATON
</li>
<li>Be proactive and work well in a team.</li>
<li>Have experience working with children with complex needs</li>
<li>Have experience working with children with Downs Syndrome</li>
<li>Be prepared to help with personal care.</li>
<li>Be able to communicate effectively with the children and other staff members</li>
<li>Work on a 1 to 1 basis with a child.</li>
<li>Report on individual pupil’s progress</li>
<li>Be a positive role model and support with all aspects of self-esteem.</li>
<li>Be supporting a child with a wide range of&nbsp;learning and&nbsp;communication needs</li>
<li>Have experience carrying out specific interventions to aid learning and communication.</li>
</ul>
For further information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@vinetree.cheshire.sch.uk</a>.

Teaching Assistant

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7528/CVP_0393_-_Person-Specification-Shield_Advanced_Social_Worker--May-2025.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0393_-_Person-Specification-Shield_Advanced_Social_Worker--May-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7529/CVP_0393_-_Conditions_of_Service.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0393_-_Conditions_of_Service</a></li>
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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024 and is an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.Come join us and be part of our success.
Are you passionate about helping families thrive in the face of complex challenges? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver life-changing therapeutic interventions around exploitation and family dynamics that make a real difference? Do you enjoy working directly with families to empower them and build lasting resilience? If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this exciting opportunity to join the Shield Team as an Advanced Social Worker.
As the Shield Team’s practice has developed in relation to exploitation, we are seeing harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) at times intertwine with both sexual and criminal exploitation. The remit of the team is therefore being expanded to offer specialist support in these areas, including targeted parenting and therapeutic interventions that address a range of exploitation-related harms.
The primary focus of this role is to deliver a mix of therapeutic interventions with both children and their parents or carers, addressing complex issues related to harmful sexual behaviour and forms of exploitation such as sexual and criminal exploitation. This is a key role in delivering coordinated and impactful interventions to families with children and young people aged 0–25, where challenges may include developmental trauma, peer dynamics, and wider contextual risks.
You should have a good understanding of child development, safeguarding, and the challenges families face when dealing with exploitation and other external harms. Strong communication, planning, and&nbsp;
partnership working skills are essential, as is the ability to build trusted relationships with parents and carers.
The targeted interventions will help parents and carers develop the skills and confidence they need to support their children’s wellbeing and development. You will deliver hands-on support and therapeutic interventions, with a strong emphasis on relationship-based and trauma-informed practice, aiming to improve outcomes for the whole family. You will also support parents in managing challenging behaviour and preventing escalation, helping them respond confidently and constructively to complex situations at home.
You will also undertake holistic assessments in relation to a variety of risks of harm and lead on the development and delivery of outcome-focused family plans. You will work closely with families, professionals, and partner agencies to reduce harms associated with harmful sexual behaviour and exploitation and anti-social behaviour. In this role, you will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management and take the lead in coordinating support, ensuring services are responsive and effective.
A key aspect of the role is working in partnership with the police and other agencies to identify and respond to threats and risks in the community. This includes supporting intelligence gathering, mapping activity, and attending multi-agency forums to ensure timely action and joined-up working.
As part of the Advanced Social Worker role, you will assist and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager, and provide high-quality professional supervision, reflective supervision, appraisal, and support to others as appropriate, helping to identify and develop potential within the team.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Chloe Vose, Shield Team Manager: 07810053551&nbsp; Email:<a href="mailto:chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews to be held - 21st November 2025
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Shield Advanced Social Worker

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7520/Shield_Experienced_SW_Job_Description_May-2025.pdf" target="_blank">Shield_Experienced_SW_Job_Description_May-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7522/Shield_Experienced_SW_Person-Specification--template---May-2025.pdf" target="_blank">Shield_Experienced_SW_Person-Specification--template---May-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/7523/Conditions_of_Service_-_February_25_-_Template.pdf" target="_blank">Conditions_of_Service_-_February_25_-_Template</a></li>
</ul>

To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Re advert - Previous applicants need not apply.&nbsp;
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024 and is an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success.
This role is both challenging and deeply rewarding, offering the chance to create lasting positive change in the lives of children, young people, and families. Are you passionate about helping families thrive in the face of complex challenges? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver life-changing therapeutic interventions around exploitation and family dynamics that make a real difference? Do you enjoy working directly with families to empower them and build lasting resilience? If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this exciting opportunity to join the Shield Team as an Experienced Social Worker.
As the Shield Team’s practice has developed in relation to exploitation, we are seeing harmful sexual behaviour (HSB) at times intertwine with both sexual and criminal exploitation. The remit of the team is therefore being expanded to offer specialist support in these areas, including targeted parenting and therapeutic interventions that address a range of exploitation-related harms.
This role centres on delivering a range of therapeutic interventions to both children and their parents or carers, with a particular focus on addressing complex issues linked to harmful sexual behaviour and various forms of exploitation, including both sexual and criminal exploitation. You will play a vital role in providing coordinated and effective support to families with children and young people aged 0–25, often facing challenges such as developmental trauma, peer influence, and broader contextual harms.
You will carry out holistic assessments that consider a range of harms and take the lead in the development and implementation of outcome-focused family plans. You will work closely with families, professionals, and partner agencies to reduce harms associated with harmful sexual behaviour and exploitation and anti-social behaviour. In this role, you will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management and take the lead in coordinating support, ensuring services are responsive and effective.
You should have a good understanding of child development, safeguarding principles, and the complexities families face when dealing with exploitation and contextual harm. Excellent communication, planning, and partnership-building skills are essential, along with the ability to build trusted relationships with children, parents and carers.
You will be working alongside police and multi-agency partners to identify and respond to community threats and risks. This includes contributing to intelligence gathering, mapping activity, and participating in multi-agency forums to ensure coordinated and strong multi-agency working.
Interviews will be held on 21st November 2025
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
We will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Chloe Vose (<a href="mailto:chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk</a>)
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

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Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring DT and Computing Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people.</li>
<li>Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.</li>
<li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.</li>
<li>Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)</li>
<li>A qualification in SEND education is desirable.</li>
<li>Experience in teaching DT and Computing</li>
<li>Experience of working with children with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Special Educational Needs (SEN).
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<li>Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.</li>
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Why join us?
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<li>Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.</li>
<li>A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.</li>
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We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
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Who are we?
Hawley Woods School provides a specialist environment and support primarily for autistic children and those needing a similarly adapted approach with small classes of 6-8 pupils within our calm, nurturing setting. Our school caters for children from the age of 7 up to 16 years (Key Stages 2, 3 and 4). 
We help children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who may be struggling to keep up with the pace of work, may be losing confidence, or struggling with the overwhelming sensory environment of their mainstream school. We also help children who have been out of education for a period of time, to positively re-engage in an education which takes into account any negative experiences they may have had in schools so far.

Hawley Woods School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Kedleston Group

DT and Computing Teacher

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



Wokingham Children’s Services are looking to recruit an experienced Social Worker in the MASH Team on a Permanent Basis. The MASH Team is a fast-paced team and the Single Front Door into Children’s Services and Early Help, the role represents the wider service and is often the first point of contact for families, members of the public and professionals. Strong relational skills are key to respond to others in need, and sometimes in crisis. Most of the work undertaken will be on the phone, however the team also have a walk in service, should a family wish to present to the office for advice and support.
As a Social Worker in the MASH Team you will need to be able to process contacts within timescales and as part of this role you will speak to members of the public, professionals, and family members and provide detailed analyses and recommendations about next steps for families and complete safety planning as required.&nbsp; The MASH Team completes robust work at the front door to ensure that the correct level of support and intervention is provided, in line with the Threshold document.
The correct candidate for this role will need to have great inter-personal skills, excellent recording skills, and a sound knowledge of children’s legislation and thresholds – as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to multi-task.&nbsp; The MASH Team is currently working in a hybrid way with Social Workers on a rota basis. We need to have social work presence in the office – so a level of flexibility is required.
Social Workers in Wokingham are valued for the important and challenging work they undertake and will find an environment where their learning and development is promoted and supported.&nbsp;
The Social Worker role – You will work as part of a dynamic and multi-agency team assessing safeguarding notifications and requests for early help regarding children aged prebirth - 18.&nbsp; Your focus will be on gathering relevant information, in order to interpret and analyse strengths and safety, harm and danger to safeguard and promote the welfare of the child/young person.
The MASH team is home to representatives from our partner agencies including Police and Health and refers to the virtual links we have with Housing, Probation, Education and Cranstoun Domestic Abuse &amp; Substance Misuse Services. The right candidate must work collaboratively with these agencies to make sure the child’s voice is evident through the work completed.
This is a fast-paced team and requires committed and resilient social workers to rise to the challenge of this role!
Wokingham Borough Council is based in Wokingham Town Centre, an attractive market town in Berkshire, with excellent road and rail links and is easily accessible from London and Reading.&nbsp; The Borough has good schools and low levels of crime and the town is attractive to families and residents, who enjoy a high quality of life.
What we can offer you:-
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<li>Manageable caseloads and supportive management</li>
<li>Excellent Learning &amp; Development and Career Progression programme</li>
<li>Generous Annual Leave allowance</li>
<li>Flexible work</li>
<li>Enhanced Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>A number of discount and benefit schemes</li>
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We are keen to hear from those that are flexible, dynamic and willing to work with safe uncertainty, to achieve the best outcomes for our children.
For more information or an informal discussion about the role please contact Jennifer Vanderheyden at <a href="mailto:jennifer.vanderheyden@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">jennifer.vanderheyden@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Sunday 2nd November 2025, 11pm.
Interviews: Tuesday 11th &amp; Thursday 13th November. This will take place in person, in Wokingham.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. 
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. 
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
WBC is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Experienced or Senior Social Worker, MASH Team, Children's Services (Perm)

<h4>About the role</h4><h4>Role Summary</h4>Deliver an effective and efficient customer-focused decant and rehousing service to TCH residents. To minimise void loss and ensure that TCH complies with all relevant legislation and guidance. <h4>Salary:</h4>£18,201 (part-time role 21 hours per week)<h4>Hours of Work:</h4>21<h4>Contract:</h4>Permanent<h4>Probation Period:</h4>6 months<h4>Notice Period:</h4>1 month<h4>Who are we?</h4>We provide more than 13,000 homes across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Over the years we have invested heavily in our homes and continue to do so as part of the Peabody Group. We promote hybrid working and have more than 300 employees based in various locations across our operating area.<h4>Meet your Manager</h4>"I joined TCH in 1998 and have worked in various roles within the Housing Options team before becoming Housing Options Manager.Working in conjunction with so many teams and fantastic people across the business makes TCH a great place to work. Which must be why I stayed so long! Outside of work I enjoy yoga, music, TV, and a good book (but not all at the same time!)"Debbie Green- Housing Options Manager<h4>What will you be doing?</h4><h4>Role Specific Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Managing requests for urgent moves, for example where properties become uninhabitable due to fire or flood, where properties are in disrepair or where agreed by Contracts &amp; Compliance or Asset Investment.</li><li>Manage referrals to hotels for temporary decants and monitor the timescales for works to be completed to ensure that TCH is being as cost effective as possible. Attend regular weekly meetings with Contracts &amp; Compliance and receive updates from Asset Investment to monitor.</li><li>Monitor and manage decant cases to avoid undue delay where properties are to be redeveloped or sold.</li><li>Work in close collaboration with other departments regarding requests for temporary or permanent decants.</li><li>Review and monitor waiting list for decants, urgent and preplanned, including rolling decants where advised by Asset Investment.</li><li>Work in close collaboration with local authorities and other registered providers keeping up to date with the widest range of moving options for residents requiring a decant, urgent or management move.</li><li>Provide a responsive service to customer enquiries; maintain regular contact and provide progress updates to ensure a seamless service is provided.</li><li>Work together with the Housing Options Manager and Housing Options Administrator to review empty homes that could be considered for urgent moves or decants.</li><li>Regularly review the decant budget in conjunction with the Housing Options Manager to ensure that it remains within budget requirements.</li><li>Manage the raising and authorisation of payments to residents for Disturbance or Home loss ensuring that payments are made in line with TCH Policy and Procedure and liaise with residents regarding the options available to them.</li><li>Manage subsistence payments for those tenants displaced from their home.</li><li>Liaise with and develop working relationships with external agencies and internally to enable the provision of appropriate support services for customers.</li><li>Review and monitor internal waiting lists for Exceptional Social Needs and Management Moves to establish chain lettings to address multiple tenants housing needs.</li><li>Work with and organise contractors on availability and costings from each service provider.</li><li>Organise and log all payments. Accounting all costs for budget purposes. Payment of invoices and reimbursement to external service providers.</li><li>Prepare tenancy documentation and licence agreements for all decanted tenants including disclaimers before works can commence.</li><li>Update and log all CORE entries.</li></ul><h4>General</h4><ul><li>To adhere to the equal opportunities policy and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible.</li><li>Recognise, respect and promote the different roles and diversity of the individuals within the business.</li><li>To actively contribute towards key performance indicators and professional standards.</li><li>Work in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection Law and be responsible for the integrity of personal information you process. This may include identifying anomalies in data and investigating and correcting them where appropriate. Ensure you attend training on data protection regularly.</li><li>To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives.</li><li>To take responsibility for your own development and professionalism, ensuring that you keep up to date with new developments and continuously expand and build on your knowledge.</li><li>Attend and participate in training and other meetings and staff events as required.</li><li>Be an effective member of your team, presenting a positive impression of your section and the business.</li><li>This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required. It is not comprehensive, and it is expected that other duties will be undertaken as this role develops and as may be reasonably expected.</li><li>Full driving licence and access to a car with relevant insurance for occasional travel to various sites across our area of operation.</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><h4>Education &amp; Qualifications</h4><ul><li>Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) including Maths and English - Essential</li></ul><h4>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h4><ul><li>Ability to identify residents’ re-housing needs and support requirements and work to ensure that these are in place. - Desirable</li><li>Experience of dealing with residents’ difficult and complex personal issues and supporting them through the re-housing process. - Desirable</li><li>Ability to build long lasting working relationships with residents and key stakeholders including hard to reach groups and work with them throughout the move process. - Essential</li><li>Ability to work with people in stressful situations who may be upset or aggressive and the ability to persuade and negotiate with both colleagues and members of the public to achieve a mutually agreed solution. - Essential</li><li>Ability to work across departments and services to deliver a coordinated customer focussed service and support throughout the re-housing process. - Essential</li><li>Experience of working in partnership, building effective relationships that generate positive outcomes for our customers and the organisation. - Desirable</li><li>Letting and allocations or tenancy management experience in a social housing environment - Desirable</li><li>Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office - Desirable</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and commitment to excellent customer service - Essential</li><li>Ability to work unsupervised, plan and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and agreed targets - Essential</li><li>Ability to deal with all customers in an empathetic and supportive manner - Essential</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Essential</li><li>Problem solving skills with the ability to identify improvement opportunities - Desirable</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills - Essential</li><li>Ability to deal with sensitive information maintaining discretion and confidentiality - Essential</li><li>The flexibility to adapt to changing workload demands and new organisational challenges - Essential</li><li>Negotiation and influencing skills - Desirable</li></ul><h4>Why Choose Us</h4><ul><li>Contributory pension scheme 4% to 10% matched contributions</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Free onsite car parking</li><li>Life assurance of 4x annual salary (Terms and Conditions apply)</li><li>30 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays</li><li>Two volunteer days per year</li><li>Employee assistance programme (24/7 telephone advice, information portal &amp; face to face counselling sessions)</li><li>Corporate eye care scheme providing free eye tests and free VDU glasses or contribution towards VDU glasses</li><li>Extensive annual Staff Wellbeing programme</li><li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave provision</li><li>Flexible annual benefits (for dental, healthcare, shopping vouchers, technology etc.)</li><li>Annual flu vaccinations</li><li>Access to an extensive range of corporate discounts on shopping, travel &amp; days out</li><li>Social events, including lunchtime walking, rounders, festive Fridays</li><li>Travel loan</li></ul><h4>Our Values</h4>Our culture is about the shared values, beliefs and behaviours that determine how we do things, then the ways and systems of working that help to get those things done.Our new values, principles and behaviours will put customers at the heart and provide the foundation for the culture of the new organisation. Only by delivering a cohesive and customer-focused culture will we be able to achieve our purpose and priorites.We have taken an inclusive and collaborative approach to developing the following values, working together with colleagues, customers and the Board:<h4>Equal Opportunities Statement</h4>TCH is an equal opportunities employer committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity or paternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, or caring responsibilities.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join TCH.We are recognised as a ‘Disability Confident Committed Employer’. As part of this commitment, individuals who disclose at application stage that they have a disability, will be invited to interview provided they demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Candidates will be asked if they require any support or reasonable adjustments to enable them to fully participate in the recruitment process.<h4>Apply</h4><h4>Internal Applications</h4>Please send a letter clearly demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the criteria contained on the job description and person specification to the HR inbox.For internal staff only: Please note, if you're currently on legacy TCH, Rosebery, InTouch, Family Mosaic etc Terms and Conditions and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms and Conditions.Additionally, if you move to a TCH role on a secondment basis, your Terms and Conditions will not change.If you have any questions, or require further clarification, please speak to HR.<h4>External Applications</h4>Please complete our online application form by clicking the Apply button below. We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward, so we strongly encourage early applications.Please note: As an employer, Town &amp; Country Housing does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.<h4>Key dates</h4><h4>Applications Close:</h4>Monday, 20 October 2025<h4>Interview Date:</h4>Wednesday, 29 October 2025<a href="https://prteam.typeform.com/to/GBklf28M" target="_blank">Apply now</a>





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Town and Country Housing

Rehousing & Decants Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Compliance Manager to lead our Compliance Team in delivering safe, high-quality housing across the borough. This is a pivotal role in supporting our commitment to affordable housing and carbon reduction, ensuring our housing stock meets all statutory and regulatory standards.You will be responsible for overseeing all major and minor compliance areas, including: Fire SafetyGas SafetyElectrical SafetyWater HygieneLift MaintenanceAsbestos ManagementAlong with ensuring that all buildings are safe, compliant, and supported by up-to-date statutory documentation you will be expected to implement cyclical testing, servicing, and maintenance programmes as well as:Leading procurement of compliance contracts and specialist testing services.Maintaining accurate records using MRI Asset Management and True Compliance systems.Providing strategic reports, and responding to complaints and FOIs.To be competent in this role it is essential that you have - Chartered membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIBSE, RICS, MCIOB) along with:BOHS P405 Asbestos Management qualification.NEBOSH Level 6 Fire Safety in Construction.Training in ACOP L8, HSG274, and gas safety regulations.Proven experience managing a Compliance Team and overseeing all six major compliance areas.Strong understanding of CDM regulations and M&amp;E systems.Excellent communication, leadership, and contract management skills.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Ingram on 01233 330428Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/fr3prjt1/6814a-compliance-manager-aug-2025-new-jfdoc-24082025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Compliance Manager

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamWe are in the midst of a significant transformation in Children's Social Care, driven by the growing demand for our services. Our focus is on implementing comprehensive changes to elevate the quality of care provided to children and families, while also fostering positive and supportive work environments for our staff. Through strategic recruitment of new leaders and experienced managers, we are infusing innovative ideas and driving meaningful changes throughout our service delivery. Our ultimate aim is to establish ourselves as a leading authority in children's social care, committed to delivering exceptional support that positively impacts the well-being of our community and provides an inclusive, diverse and stable workforce.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateChildren's Social Care has initiated a transformative journey to address the increasing demand for our services and to enhance our Fostering service. At Sutton, our objective is to ensure the safety, well-being, and development of children and young people requiring support or protection.This role is eligible for our Recruitment and Retention Bonus, subject to payscale<ul><li>£1000 Welcome Bonus in your first month's salary</li><li>£1000 Retention Bonus for your 1st completed year in service</li><li>£2000 Retention Bonus for your 2nd completed year in service</li><li>£3000 Retention Bonus for your 3rd completed year in service, and every year thereafter</li></ul>We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Team Manager for the Fostering Team within Children Social Care. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will oversee the operations and management of the team of professional and experienced Senior Practitioners, and Social Workers to provide high quality supervision, support, and training to foster carers and their families to enable them to provide the best possible trauma informed care to our children and young people.You will be expected to develop and motivate your team to fulfil the changing demands of the service through high quality social work supervision and compliance with the statutory requirements for Fostering, as well as having an interest and the capacity to contribute to the recruitment and retention of foster carers and service development. An understanding of children in care, foster carers and their families is essential to this role.The team collaborates with external partners, including local authorities, child welfare organisations, healthcare professionals, and educational institutions, to coordinate support services and ensure comprehensive care for children and families. We invite applications from driven individuals with substantial supervisory experience to manage and lead a team of social care professionals. You will be an integral part of the Sutton Fostering Service; self-motivated, energetic, and confident, with a can-do and positive attitude.This role presents an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals such as experienced Team Managers or Deputy Team Managers seeking more responsibility based on significant experience in their current role. It's also ideal for experienced&nbsp; Managers looking to embark on a new journey and share their wealth of knowledge and expertise with our service, while effectively delivering against our statutory objectives.Whether you’re already experienced or aiming for promotion,&nbsp; you will receive robust support through coaching, mentoring, and leadership from the Service Manager and Head of Service and our friendly and knowledgeable team of social care professionals. We're committed to ensuring that you're well-equipped to succeed in your new role and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.We would expect candidates to fulfil the competencies including (but not limited to):&nbsp;<ul><li>Relevant professional qualification and registration required.&nbsp;</li><li>A minimum of 3 years post qualification with extensive, sophisticated and up to date working knowledge of relevant national and local policies, statutory guidance and legislation in relation to the provision of Health and Social Care services.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience of Project Management in the Fostering field including developing recruitment strategies.</li><li>Familiar with Social Media Platforms required to promote fostering and increase visibility locally and across neighbouring boroughs.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to contribute to and provide professional leadership of organisational change and development and address performance management issues that arise.&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in challenging situations to a wide range of audience in different contexts.&nbsp;</li></ul>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the role profile or contact&nbsp; Geeta Rath , Service Manager for Fostering on geeta.rath<a href="mailto:michael.taylor@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">@sutton.gov.uk</a>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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London Borough of Sutton

Team Manager - Fostering Team

Join Us as a Housing Support Worker – Make a Real Difference in Young LivesAt Peabody, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker who is kind, proactive, and ready to support young people aged 16–25, including care leavers, on their journey to independence.This is not a care role. It’s a practical and emotional support position, helping young people build life skills, access housing, and feel empowered to shape their future.What You’ll Be DoingIn this role, you’ll support young people to develop the skills they need for independent living, including navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You’ll help create a safe, non-judgmental environment where they feel empowered and respected. By bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, you’ll enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person receives the right support at the right time.What We’re Looking ForWe need someone who:<ul><li>Connects easily with young people, especially those who’ve faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.</li><li>Is creative and confident in engaging young people, whether through music, sports, art, or other interests.</li><li>Can work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.</li><li>Has strong communication and IT skills, and ideally some knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working.</li><li>Brings transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors.</li></ul>Why join us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What You’ll Get<ul><li>Up to 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.</li><li>4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.</li><li>Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year.</li><li>Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.</li></ul>Please read before applying:This is a full-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key. We currently have several vacancies across Lambeth and Lewisham, so there’s a good chance we’ll find the right fit for you.We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so you might hear from us before the closing date, keep an eye on your inbox and your phone! The selection process includes a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, followed by a service visit to meet the team and see the environment.Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.For questions, contact Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a>, we’re happy to help!If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.





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Housing Support Worker

Do you have experience as a researcher? Would you like to be part of a programme tasked with improving health and reducing inequalities? Could your knowledge and skills help us to develop a research active culture in local government and improve decision-making?The Principal Research Officer will join a team of researchers and research operations staff within the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) Medway (a collaborative initiative between Medway Council, the University of Kent and the people of Medway). Sitting within Public Health and armed with £5 million in funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), HDRC Medway aims to increase local authority research activity and foster innovative partnerships with academia, focusing on addressing health outcomes resulting from inequalities across the wider determinants of health.We are looking for a Principal Research Officer who will use theoretical knowledge and practical experience of research approaches to:<ul><li>support the development of research questions and projects and support the implementation of research studies</li><li>provide expert advice and guidance on research methodologies, including the design, development, and administration of research studies and funding applications</li><li>identify opportunities to secure research funding and deliver viable funding proposals</li><li>synthesise and use existing research evidence to support the development of policy and practice</li><li>ensure research findings are disseminated and utilised to make real-world changes to health outcomes in Medway</li></ul>If this sounds like a role for you, please do not hesitate to apply and join our team working towards a better Medway.If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contact Tom Hartney on <a href="mailto:tom.hartney@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">tom.hartney@medway.gov.uk</a> .In return we offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan" target="_blank">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx" target="_blank">education</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx" target="_blank">environment</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx" target="_blank">social care</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx" target="_blank">housing</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx" target="_blank">planning</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx" target="_blank">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Based at Holland Road Site12-1pm Monday to FridayWe are looking for MDSA’s to work with our friendly and supportive team of lunchtime staff and play leaders. &nbsp;You will need to:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Supervise our children during lunchtimes, both in the playground and in the canteen</li>
<li>Have a firm and fair approach with children from Reception to Year 6 at our Holland Road School site.</li>
<li>Have good inter-personal skills and a calm manner</li>
<li>Be either first-aid trained or willing to undertake similar training in the future which we will fund.</li>
</ul>This is a federation post and successful candidates may be asked to work on one of our other sites in the future.Paid weeks per year:&nbsp;43.78&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Start date: As soon as possible <h2>About the role</h2>Closing date: 31 October 2025Interview date: To be arranged directly&nbsp;How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:EmmaBarrell@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">EmmaBarrell@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>Telephone:&nbsp;(01273) &nbsp;916609Website:&nbsp;<a href="//www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk" target="_blank">www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk</a> or <a href="//www.westhoveinfants.co.uk" target="_blank">www.westhoveinfants.co.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager
Location:&nbsp;Based within the Non-residential service in Wembley, working within communities, homes, and other residentials. &nbsp;This service does have step free access.
Salary:&nbsp;£31,700
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota working 09:00 - 17:00, hours may be extended 08:00 - 18:00. You may also be required to work weekends, evenings, and bank holidays. You will also take part in our out of hours on call rota for managers.
About the role
This is a great opportunity for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team based in Wembley. You will support the Service Manager to ensure high quality service delivery, being a key contact for staff, helping them feel supported, skilled, and empowered within their roles. In this role you will be based within a service which is at the heart of delivering person-centred support to vulnerable adults who have been, or are at risk of homelessness.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities include:
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<li>Line Management and Leadership, supporting your team providing advice, guidance and support throughout their employment lifecycle</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed</li>
<li>Financial Management, including petty cash and budget management</li>
<li>Contract management and Internal auditing, admin, and general other duties as required.&nbsp;</li>
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About you
We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated colleague to help lead our service in a trauma informed and inclusive way. Someone who is knowledgeable in the needs of our residents, particularly around homelessness and complex needs, able to support the team in delivering their daily duties. You will be driven with passion for what we do, and be able to work flexibly to meet service needs, providing new ideas and opportunities to develop the service further to continue to achieve excellence!
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<li>Understanding of homelessness and complex needs of people from different backgrounds</li>
<li>Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.</li>
<li>Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet service needs</li>
<li>IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
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What we offer
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
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About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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SOCIAL WORKERS – CHILDREN’S FAMILY SUPPORT AND SAFEGUARDING SERVICE £46,133 - £57,194 (includes market supplement) Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU Ongoing Recruitment Application is with a detailed CV only Job Description - Social Worker JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive. As part of our commitment to building a Fairer Newham we are reimagining the way that we serve the families that we support. We are realising positive change by combining our Assessment and Intervention social work services into our new Family Support and Safeguarding Service. We’re currently looking for practitioners to join our team. We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB The Family Support and Safeguarding service enhances the family led, relational values that were already at the centre of our practice and will continue the evolution of our firmly embedded Circles of Support practice model. We’re keeping children at the heart of everything we do whilst improving the overall experience of the families, partners, and social workers in our sphere. We want to be at the forefront of evoking positive change in the sector and we’re looking for experienced, committed, relational social workers to join us and help us get there. Above all, we want to do the best for Newham’s children and families. The FSS service consists of four services and sixteen teams, supporting families from first point of contact and assessment and throughout any subsequent longer term intervention (e.g. referral to partners, CP, CiN) until the best, safest outcome is for the child is attained. Two of these teams will work exclusively with children and families whose lives are influenced by disability or SEND to ensure that we retain the expertise necessary to support these families. Where proceedings are necessary court work is moved on to our Children in Care service. Social workers in the FSS service are caseholding and will be on duty 1 week in 16; we hope this will be a welcome change for social workers who are used to busy assessment services, and a positive CPD opportunity for practitioners whose experience is mainly in longer term work.&nbsp; ABOUT YOU We are looking to work with qualified, SWE registered social workers who have experience beyond their ASYE year in either assessment or long term work with children and families. We’re looking for conscientious, considerate and empathetic social workers who are committed to working relationally with families whilst putting every child’s welfare, potential, and future at the heart of their work. Newham is committed to our workforce being representative of the families we work with, to enhance cultural competence and adjust our practice to suit the individuals we serve. We are looking for colleagues who share our values and are passionate about tackling disproportionality wherever they find it and building a Fairer Newham. You will have a genuine interest in a restorative, relationship based practice model, drawing on systemic thinking to inform your approach to building effective relationships with children, families and communities. We’d love to hear from social workers who are keen on learning and growing with us over a number of years and as an employer we’ve been working hard to provide the development our practitioners need and want; our Academy offer has been commended by Ofsted and we promoted 38 internal colleagues in children’s social care in 2024. WHY WORK WITH US? We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work. <ul>
<li>A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.</li> <li>We’re a&nbsp;GOOD local authority&nbsp;focused on reaching excellence.</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.</li> <li>Stability: 100% of senior management and 80% of Team Managers are now permanent.</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model,&nbsp;Circles of Support,&nbsp;was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.</li> <li>Career progression is possible with Newham; within Children’s social work we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 and 38 colleagues so far in 2024.</li> <li>Social Care Academy – our academy received significant praise from Ofsted and 50+ social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020.</li> <li>A competitive salary package that rivals capped agency pay.</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.</li> </ul> TO APPLY To apply please submit your CV through our&nbsp;online recruitment portal.&nbsp; Our social worker roles are CV only application to make things easier for you; but please ensure your CV is up to date and lists relevant experience in line with the service you’re applying for.&nbsp; If you have any questions about the recruitment process or want to discuss joining Newham Children’s Services with one of our managers, please contact <a href="mailto:Grace.OgbuOgoli@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Grace.OgbuOgoli@newham.gov.uk</a> Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shar

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
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To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Community Transport Driver (36 hours)
Community Services
£27,055 - £32,447
Interested in supporting people in the community? Our Community Transport service, supports those older and more vulnerable in our community to continue an active lifestyle, attending our Centres for the Community, classes, support groups and medical appointments.&nbsp; The service also assists children and young adults on their journey to and from school.
We are looking for someone who will ensure our clients are in a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
About you
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<li>You will have a full current D1 driving licence for at least 2 years, with basic literacy and numeracy skills.</li>
<li>You can bring community transport experience and knowledge to this role.</li>
<li>You will have good time management skills, be able to navigate and work effectively in a busy, client facing service.</li>
<li>You are focused on delivering good customer service, helping to make a difference for our residents.</li>
<li>You will have good organisational and communication skills and enjoy being part of a team.</li>
<li>You will be based at our transport depot at the River Mole Business Park in Mill Road, Esher.</li>
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If you think you can make a difference in the community and like working as part of a team, then we need you! &nbsp;
If you have any queries, please call Lizzie Pain, Community Transport and Fleet Manager on 01372 474944
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Interviews to commence week beginning the 10 November 2025

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