FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Out Of Hours Support & Advice Co-Ordinator (Fostering) - Permanent Basic Salary: 28,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Shift Pattern: Evenings 5pm to 11pm and Weekends 9am to 11pm on a rotating shift pattern. Working Bank holidays and Christmas holidays on a rota basis is essential for this role Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Office Location: Home Based ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Supporting and advising our Foster Parents when incidents arise that cause concern and to ensure the correct procedures are followed and safeguarding is paramount. Be conversant with the wider support systems available within the wider Community and sign post accordingly Assist Polaris' companies with their duties by noting and reporting as appropriate Take full details of placement requirements from External Customers such as Local Authorities, Trusts and forward the details to the appropriate social worker Respond promptly and appropriately to all enquiries whilst on the Out of Hours service rota Accurate prioritisation and referral of enquiries to Qualified Social Worker Staff Support the on-call Social Worker with their duties Provision of excellent and prompt customer service to internal and external customers Be guided and led by the OOH Team Manager and when required attend regional Foster Carer Support Group Meetings To record all information received and any actions taken using the Charms system, ensuring that all updates/progress items are clearly indicated as occurring. Ensure all safeguarding matters are referred promptly to the OOH Qualified Social Worker Complete and follow through paperwork recordings and procedures in relation to Critical Incidents and Notifiable Events. YOU MUST HAVE: Experience in a social care role, ideally in a children's/young people's residential type setting; Experience of working with Foster Parents and / or families and children / young people A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The ability to produce a high standard of report writing For more information about this exciting new opportunity, please contact Dionne Treasure - Team Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Out Of Hours Support & Advice Co-Ordinator (Fostering) - Permanent Basic Salary: 28,000 Per Annum Dependent Upon Experience Shift Pattern: Evenings 5pm to 11pm and Weekends 9am to 11pm on a rotating shift pattern. Working Bank holidays and Christmas holidays on a rota basis is essential for this role Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Office Location: Home Based ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Supporting and advising our Foster Parents when incidents arise that cause concern and to ensure the correct procedures are followed and safeguarding is paramount. Be conversant with the wider support systems available within the wider Community and sign post accordingly Assist Polaris' companies with their duties by noting and reporting as appropriate Take full details of placement requirements from External Customers such as Local Authorities, Trusts and forward the details to the appropriate social worker Respond promptly and appropriately to all enquiries whilst on the Out of Hours service rota Accurate prioritisation and referral of enquiries to Qualified Social Worker Staff Support the on-call Social Worker with their duties Provision of excellent and prompt customer service to internal and external customers Be guided and led by the OOH Team Manager and when required attend regional Foster Carer Support Group Meetings To record all information received and any actions taken using the Charms system, ensuring that all updates/progress items are clearly indicated as occurring. Ensure all safeguarding matters are referred promptly to the OOH Qualified Social Worker Complete and follow through paperwork recordings and procedures in relation to Critical Incidents and Notifiable Events. YOU MUST HAVE: Experience in a social care role, ideally in a children's/young people's residential type setting; Experience of working with Foster Parents and / or families and children / young people A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The ability to produce a high standard of report writing For more information about this exciting new opportunity, please contact Dionne Treasure - Team Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMMP
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Cardiff office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Experience in Children's Services - Registered with Social Care Wales What you'll get in return - Flexible and hybrid working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Cardiff office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Experience in Children's Services - Registered with Social Care Wales What you'll get in return - Flexible and hybrid working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a Team Manager to join our new Asylum-Seeking Care Leaving team. The team is based at Quadrant Court in Woking and will sit within the Looked After Children and Care Leaving Services and is being created in response to increasing numbers of both Unaccompanied Minors and Young People claiming Asylum who are living in our county. Surrey County Council embraces agile working and therefore we offer a hybrid working arrangements where you are expected in the office at least 2 days a week. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Workers can apply for flexible working arrangements such as 9 day fortnights About the Team Our service strives to make every young person and child count and this has been recognised both locally and nationally as recipients of the "PA Team of the Year" award by the National Care Leavers Bench Marking Forum alongside a Personal Advisor winning a "Star of Surrey" award. Our service embraces a learning culture where we aim to learn and develop each other through support and training opportunities. Our teams have stable staffing and team members are valued for their hard work. About the Role As a Team Manager you will be committed to helping your service manager and fellow team managers to ensure the service your team provides is forward thinking, responsive and meets the diverse needs of our service users. You will do this by contributing to service strategies, policy and procedures as required. You will be responsible for managing, motivating and developing your specialist team by sharing your professional leadership and support to help them deliver safe practice and effective management of their workloads. You will ensure that the practice your team delivers is consistent and under your expert guidance and supervision that complex cases and decisions are managed effectively within your area. You will be a skilled communicator with the ability to build and foster effective working relationships with not only your team, but our partners and colleagues across the county as required to ensure there is successful co productive working across the division. Throughout all that you do you will ensure that your team uphold and champion best practise so that together we are focused on solving problems before they escalate and we meet the needs of our Children, Young People and their families, reducing the risk of harm. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Your broad working knowledge of social work practice and legislation, including safeguarding and other specific to the team/s Your ability to demonstrate excellent assessment and analysis skills Previous managerial experience Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Elaine Andrews by telephone on . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/04/2024. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a Team Manager to join our new Asylum-Seeking Care Leaving team. The team is based at Quadrant Court in Woking and will sit within the Looked After Children and Care Leaving Services and is being created in response to increasing numbers of both Unaccompanied Minors and Young People claiming Asylum who are living in our county. Surrey County Council embraces agile working and therefore we offer a hybrid working arrangements where you are expected in the office at least 2 days a week. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Workers can apply for flexible working arrangements such as 9 day fortnights About the Team Our service strives to make every young person and child count and this has been recognised both locally and nationally as recipients of the "PA Team of the Year" award by the National Care Leavers Bench Marking Forum alongside a Personal Advisor winning a "Star of Surrey" award. Our service embraces a learning culture where we aim to learn and develop each other through support and training opportunities. Our teams have stable staffing and team members are valued for their hard work. About the Role As a Team Manager you will be committed to helping your service manager and fellow team managers to ensure the service your team provides is forward thinking, responsive and meets the diverse needs of our service users. You will do this by contributing to service strategies, policy and procedures as required. You will be responsible for managing, motivating and developing your specialist team by sharing your professional leadership and support to help them deliver safe practice and effective management of their workloads. You will ensure that the practice your team delivers is consistent and under your expert guidance and supervision that complex cases and decisions are managed effectively within your area. You will be a skilled communicator with the ability to build and foster effective working relationships with not only your team, but our partners and colleagues across the county as required to ensure there is successful co productive working across the division. Throughout all that you do you will ensure that your team uphold and champion best practise so that together we are focused on solving problems before they escalate and we meet the needs of our Children, Young People and their families, reducing the risk of harm. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Your broad working knowledge of social work practice and legislation, including safeguarding and other specific to the team/s Your ability to demonstrate excellent assessment and analysis skills Previous managerial experience Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Elaine Andrews by telephone on . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/04/2024. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Transitions Practice Supervisor Our Children, Our Future Our transformation journey continues to show real success and was recognised during Ofsted's recent visit where they highlighted "increasing confidence in social care practice". This is a great opportunity to join our team, where putting children and families is at the heart of everything we do, building genuine relationships making 'Our Children, Our Future.' Could you be a Transitions Practice Supervisor, putting children and families at the heart of everything we do? Our Offer Salary range: £47,420 to £61,000 (depending on experience) What else can you expect? Real progression opportunities within social work practice - North East Lincolnshire Council operate through grades for Social Workers to Advanced Social Worker level Regular individual and reflective case supervision A relational approach in all aspects of practice Accessible and proactive management that creates the conditions for social workers to flourish and make a real difference to people's lives A workplace culture that supports flexible working and the opportunity to work from home as well as a highly supportive team and working environment For details on the post, please refer to the role profile. Your Benefits As part of your RewardNEL package, not only will you enjoy a competitive salary, up to 40 days leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension, you will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform. This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, discounted car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels. NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme. Leave subject to length of service Your Role You will lead, supervise, and support a team of staff within the Transitions team, providing strong and decisive leadership and be responsible for the quality and impact of decisions, practice, performance and outcomes in relation to the functions for which the post holder has accountability. You will provide reflective case supervision, professional support, guidance, coaching and mentoring to the team whose practice is highly valued and supported by skilled, knowledgeable and caring leaders and managers. You will be joining a service that is built on pride and passion, who have high aspirations for children and families and who are committed to empowering them to thrive and be the best they can be. If you are enthusiastic, ambitious and passionate and want to join our Transitions service, make a lifelong difference to children's lives and improve their outcomes, we want to hear from you. For more information, please refer to the role profile or email: Ben Dent (Deputy Service Director Children in Care and Care Leavers) Closing date - 30/04/2024 Interviews - week commencing 06/05/2024 At North East Lincolnshire Council, we know that together, we can be stronger. About North East Lincolnshire Council North East Lincolnshire Council is situated within the award-winning coastal area of Cleethorpes and the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, North East Lincolnshire Council provide the perfect location for you to Live, Work & Play . Get to know us better Check out our Council Plan and read about all of the exciting new developments we have in the pipeline. North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to being an inclusive employer, where equality and diversity is recognised, celebrated, and embodied throughout the organisation, becoming a workforce that represents all. North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. For any posts that will involve access to children, young people and adults at risk, the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check where appropriate.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Transitions Practice Supervisor Our Children, Our Future Our transformation journey continues to show real success and was recognised during Ofsted's recent visit where they highlighted "increasing confidence in social care practice". This is a great opportunity to join our team, where putting children and families is at the heart of everything we do, building genuine relationships making 'Our Children, Our Future.' Could you be a Transitions Practice Supervisor, putting children and families at the heart of everything we do? Our Offer Salary range: £47,420 to £61,000 (depending on experience) What else can you expect? Real progression opportunities within social work practice - North East Lincolnshire Council operate through grades for Social Workers to Advanced Social Worker level Regular individual and reflective case supervision A relational approach in all aspects of practice Accessible and proactive management that creates the conditions for social workers to flourish and make a real difference to people's lives A workplace culture that supports flexible working and the opportunity to work from home as well as a highly supportive team and working environment For details on the post, please refer to the role profile. Your Benefits As part of your RewardNEL package, not only will you enjoy a competitive salary, up to 40 days leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension, you will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform. This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, discounted car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels. NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme. Leave subject to length of service Your Role You will lead, supervise, and support a team of staff within the Transitions team, providing strong and decisive leadership and be responsible for the quality and impact of decisions, practice, performance and outcomes in relation to the functions for which the post holder has accountability. You will provide reflective case supervision, professional support, guidance, coaching and mentoring to the team whose practice is highly valued and supported by skilled, knowledgeable and caring leaders and managers. You will be joining a service that is built on pride and passion, who have high aspirations for children and families and who are committed to empowering them to thrive and be the best they can be. If you are enthusiastic, ambitious and passionate and want to join our Transitions service, make a lifelong difference to children's lives and improve their outcomes, we want to hear from you. For more information, please refer to the role profile or email: Ben Dent (Deputy Service Director Children in Care and Care Leavers) Closing date - 30/04/2024 Interviews - week commencing 06/05/2024 At North East Lincolnshire Council, we know that together, we can be stronger. About North East Lincolnshire Council North East Lincolnshire Council is situated within the award-winning coastal area of Cleethorpes and the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, North East Lincolnshire Council provide the perfect location for you to Live, Work & Play . Get to know us better Check out our Council Plan and read about all of the exciting new developments we have in the pipeline. North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to being an inclusive employer, where equality and diversity is recognised, celebrated, and embodied throughout the organisation, becoming a workforce that represents all. North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. For any posts that will involve access to children, young people and adults at risk, the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check where appropriate.
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Merthyr office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Registered with Social Care Wales - Children's Social Work Experience What you'll get in return - Flexible and hybrid working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Merthyr office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Registered with Social Care Wales - Children's Social Work Experience What you'll get in return - Flexible and hybrid working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Early Years SEND Play and Family Senior £40,854 - £49,503 per annum Permanent Full time (36 hours) Wandsworth The role will require outreach work and some home visiting. Are you a motivated Senior Play Worker with the experience of leading the delivery of high-quality play sessions for children with emerging and complex needs? The Early Years Inclusion team provides support to both children, parents and Early Years settings to enable children with emerging SEND to access their Early Years entitlement. You will be joining Wandsworth as an Early Years SEND Play and Family Senior to lead a team of workers who will provide targeted play sessions for children with Special Educational Needs and support their parents / carers. Can you demonstrate inspiring leadership and management to the team to help these young children and their families and make a difference to their everyday lives? About the role You will line manage the Centre staff (4 team members) and provide day to day leadership and management of the Centre including safety and safeguarding, planning and promoting sessions, and evaluating the work of the Centre. You will work alongside other leaders within the Early Years Inclusion team around processes for the identification of children and to deliver a training programme for staff in Children's Centres and Early Years settings. To fulfil this role, you will have substantial knowledge of: The National Portage Association Principles and Models related to service delivery.Safeguarding and child protection policy and practice. Early Years Foundation Stage attainment levels and age-related expectations. Legislative and statutory requirements relating to children resulting from the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and relevant Regulations linked to the Children and Families Act (2014), including Ofsted requirements.This is a public facing role therefore, home working is not appropriate. You will have the opportunity to start the role as soon as possible upon successful completion of your onboarding checks. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A successful track record of experience as a senior / lead in a service for Early Years children with special educational needs and disabilities. An ability to motivate, challenge and support team members to ensure the best possible services are provided to meet the needs of Early Years children with SEND. Substantial experience and evidence-based practice in the pedagogy linked to Early Childhood Education and the ability to integrate this into practice, service delivery and partnership working. Experience of ensuring work is recorded and evidenced to demonstrate impact for children, young people, and their families. A professional qualification in a related field: A range of specific qualifications could be appropriate such as Qualified Teacher Status, Early Childhood Education or recognized / substantial SEND qualifications.For more information or an informal conversation about the role please contact Andy Fish at If you are an experienced leader who meets the above criteria and want to develop your career by joining a team of experienced and knowledgeable Early Years professionals, we welcome you to apply for this opportunity. Closing Date: 11:59pm on Thursday 2nd May 2024. Shortlisting Date: Friday 3rd May 2024. Interview Date: Friday 10th May 2024. Test / Presentation: You will be expected to complete a written task and present your vision as part of the interview process. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Early Years SEND Play and Family Senior £40,854 - £49,503 per annum Permanent Full time (36 hours) Wandsworth The role will require outreach work and some home visiting. Are you a motivated Senior Play Worker with the experience of leading the delivery of high-quality play sessions for children with emerging and complex needs? The Early Years Inclusion team provides support to both children, parents and Early Years settings to enable children with emerging SEND to access their Early Years entitlement. You will be joining Wandsworth as an Early Years SEND Play and Family Senior to lead a team of workers who will provide targeted play sessions for children with Special Educational Needs and support their parents / carers. Can you demonstrate inspiring leadership and management to the team to help these young children and their families and make a difference to their everyday lives? About the role You will line manage the Centre staff (4 team members) and provide day to day leadership and management of the Centre including safety and safeguarding, planning and promoting sessions, and evaluating the work of the Centre. You will work alongside other leaders within the Early Years Inclusion team around processes for the identification of children and to deliver a training programme for staff in Children's Centres and Early Years settings. To fulfil this role, you will have substantial knowledge of: The National Portage Association Principles and Models related to service delivery.Safeguarding and child protection policy and practice. Early Years Foundation Stage attainment levels and age-related expectations. Legislative and statutory requirements relating to children resulting from the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and relevant Regulations linked to the Children and Families Act (2014), including Ofsted requirements.This is a public facing role therefore, home working is not appropriate. You will have the opportunity to start the role as soon as possible upon successful completion of your onboarding checks. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A successful track record of experience as a senior / lead in a service for Early Years children with special educational needs and disabilities. An ability to motivate, challenge and support team members to ensure the best possible services are provided to meet the needs of Early Years children with SEND. Substantial experience and evidence-based practice in the pedagogy linked to Early Childhood Education and the ability to integrate this into practice, service delivery and partnership working. Experience of ensuring work is recorded and evidenced to demonstrate impact for children, young people, and their families. A professional qualification in a related field: A range of specific qualifications could be appropriate such as Qualified Teacher Status, Early Childhood Education or recognized / substantial SEND qualifications.For more information or an informal conversation about the role please contact Andy Fish at If you are an experienced leader who meets the above criteria and want to develop your career by joining a team of experienced and knowledgeable Early Years professionals, we welcome you to apply for this opportunity. Closing Date: 11:59pm on Thursday 2nd May 2024. Shortlisting Date: Friday 3rd May 2024. Interview Date: Friday 10th May 2024. Test / Presentation: You will be expected to complete a written task and present your vision as part of the interview process. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
VRF 59355 Team Manager Birmingham Domiciliary Care Birmingham, B1 £24,164.31 increasing to £26,194.96 from 1st May 2024 (pro rata) 37.5 hours per week Fixed Term Secondment- ending 31/08/2024 About the role Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care and support needs? We are seeking a warm, compassionate, and proactive individual with a positive attitude to provide safe and empowering personalised care and support to our customers. You must be committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities who also have complex health needs, and Autism. You will assist the Registered Manager in the operational day to day management of the service by co-ordinating the provision of care and support. You will guide, motivate and encourage your team to provide a quality service in line with Trident Reach Values, policies and practices in a person-centred manner, ensuring all quality standards are met, consistently. Can prioritise workload, manage your own time and meet deadlines. Shifts include:- 08:00-16:00 / 09:00-17:00 (Monday to Friday) Weekends may be included for on-call purposes, on-call alternate one week every 2/3 weeks. Additional shift cover may be required:- 07:00-14:00/14:00-21:00/21:00-07:00 (staff absence) The benefits; 34 days annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days Birthday leave New Home leave Life assurance (3 x salary) Employee Assistance programme Employee Wellbeing programme Flexible Working options About You In order to carry out this responsible and rewarding role you will need to have previous relevant experience, preferably gained in a supervisory or senior role involving the care or support of people in supported living, residential or domiciliary care provision. You will be a valued member of our management team and will have access to on-going training. You must be flexible, energetic, reliable and be willing to embrace all aspects of the role including providing respectful personal care and support with all aspects of everyday living. You will be professional and accountable, can communicate effectively with customers, their families, including health professionals, social workers and across Trident Reach - to meet the needs of the people we support. You must hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in health or social care (such as NVQ or H & S C Diploma) with a good standard of written English and verbal communication or working towards to finish Level 3. About Us Trident Group has over 60 years experience of delivering homes, services and innovation for up to 8,000 people in over 3,600 homes in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the Midlands. The Group employs more than 750 staff, works with over 150 volunteers and provides training places and apprenticeships for many more. The Group has an annual turnover of more than £37m and owns assets close than £190m. Trident Group has over 60 years experience of delivering homes, services and innovation for up to 8,000 people in over 3,600 homes in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the Midlands. The Group employs more than 750 staff, works with over 150 volunteers and provides training places and apprenticeships for many more. The Group has an annual turnover of more than £37m and owns assets close than £190m. The Group consists of; Trident Housing, which provides landlord services for the Group in respect of housing management and maintenance Trident Reach, which is a registered care and support charity delivering person-centred care and support services. These services include supporting people within registered care, domiciliary care, people with learning difficulties, those with mental health needs, young people at risk, older people, BME groups, people at risk of being homeless, those seeking employability, education and training opportunities and those fleeing domestic abuse. Trident offers their employees learning and development opportunities and wants to invest in their development and career growth. Through our apprenticeship scheme, we offer various courses in areas that will help support employees within their roles and for their further development. We celebrate Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and as a person-centred organisation we are continually striving to build a community where everyone feels valued, respected and equally guided by our beacon of hope. By joining Trident Group, you will have the opportunity to join our Diverse Voices Steering Group to ensure Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion remains at the heart of everything we do. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to: ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people Applying All applications must be accompanied with a current CV which will be used to assess your suitability for the role. Please ensure all the skills, experience and qualifications requested are clearly demonstrated in your CV as explained in the body of the advert. All applicants must provide their right to work documentation at interview stage, such as a valid passport which will be verified to check your eligibility to work and live in the UK. Relevant roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from Disclosure and barring service (DBS).
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
VRF 59355 Team Manager Birmingham Domiciliary Care Birmingham, B1 £24,164.31 increasing to £26,194.96 from 1st May 2024 (pro rata) 37.5 hours per week Fixed Term Secondment- ending 31/08/2024 About the role Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care and support needs? We are seeking a warm, compassionate, and proactive individual with a positive attitude to provide safe and empowering personalised care and support to our customers. You must be committed to promoting the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities who also have complex health needs, and Autism. You will assist the Registered Manager in the operational day to day management of the service by co-ordinating the provision of care and support. You will guide, motivate and encourage your team to provide a quality service in line with Trident Reach Values, policies and practices in a person-centred manner, ensuring all quality standards are met, consistently. Can prioritise workload, manage your own time and meet deadlines. Shifts include:- 08:00-16:00 / 09:00-17:00 (Monday to Friday) Weekends may be included for on-call purposes, on-call alternate one week every 2/3 weeks. Additional shift cover may be required:- 07:00-14:00/14:00-21:00/21:00-07:00 (staff absence) The benefits; 34 days annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days Birthday leave New Home leave Life assurance (3 x salary) Employee Assistance programme Employee Wellbeing programme Flexible Working options About You In order to carry out this responsible and rewarding role you will need to have previous relevant experience, preferably gained in a supervisory or senior role involving the care or support of people in supported living, residential or domiciliary care provision. You will be a valued member of our management team and will have access to on-going training. You must be flexible, energetic, reliable and be willing to embrace all aspects of the role including providing respectful personal care and support with all aspects of everyday living. You will be professional and accountable, can communicate effectively with customers, their families, including health professionals, social workers and across Trident Reach - to meet the needs of the people we support. You must hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in health or social care (such as NVQ or H & S C Diploma) with a good standard of written English and verbal communication or working towards to finish Level 3. About Us Trident Group has over 60 years experience of delivering homes, services and innovation for up to 8,000 people in over 3,600 homes in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the Midlands. The Group employs more than 750 staff, works with over 150 volunteers and provides training places and apprenticeships for many more. The Group has an annual turnover of more than £37m and owns assets close than £190m. Trident Group has over 60 years experience of delivering homes, services and innovation for up to 8,000 people in over 3,600 homes in some of the most disadvantaged communities in the Midlands. The Group employs more than 750 staff, works with over 150 volunteers and provides training places and apprenticeships for many more. The Group has an annual turnover of more than £37m and owns assets close than £190m. The Group consists of; Trident Housing, which provides landlord services for the Group in respect of housing management and maintenance Trident Reach, which is a registered care and support charity delivering person-centred care and support services. These services include supporting people within registered care, domiciliary care, people with learning difficulties, those with mental health needs, young people at risk, older people, BME groups, people at risk of being homeless, those seeking employability, education and training opportunities and those fleeing domestic abuse. Trident offers their employees learning and development opportunities and wants to invest in their development and career growth. Through our apprenticeship scheme, we offer various courses in areas that will help support employees within their roles and for their further development. We celebrate Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and as a person-centred organisation we are continually striving to build a community where everyone feels valued, respected and equally guided by our beacon of hope. By joining Trident Group, you will have the opportunity to join our Diverse Voices Steering Group to ensure Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion remains at the heart of everything we do. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to: ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people Applying All applications must be accompanied with a current CV which will be used to assess your suitability for the role. Please ensure all the skills, experience and qualifications requested are clearly demonstrated in your CV as explained in the body of the advert. All applicants must provide their right to work documentation at interview stage, such as a valid passport which will be verified to check your eligibility to work and live in the UK. Relevant roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from Disclosure and barring service (DBS).
If you have exceptional Administrative duties and enjoy proof reading as well as working within the medical sector then we have ideal opportunity for you. This position is working for a reputable professional organisation, in the centre of the beautiful city of Canterbury, close to local shops and food outlets to enjoy or a walk by the canal and Cathedral during your training. Please note this position is fully remote Please find all the details below: Job Title: Medical Reports Administrator Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm Salary: 22,000 - 24,500 Location: The Head office is based in Canterbury, Kent, close to public transport. Our client would like to recruit candidiates who live within a 1 hour commute to Canterbury for training and occasional training/meetings. Excellent Benefits: Enhanced annual leave of 32 days a year (inclusive of bank holidays) Flexible annual leave scheme providing the ability to buy or sell back an additional 4 days. Well-being days. Pension scheme (with the option of enhancing via salary sacrifice). Cycle to work scheme. Birthday lie in. Free breakfast, including 'pastry Mondays'. Funded social events. Staff well-being bursary scheme. Your duties as a Report Administrator would be: Formatting and proof-reading a set number of clinic letters/diagnostic reports each day - checking for spelling and grammar, and formatting in line with brand guidelines Sending reports to clients/families, GPs and other professionals Processing onward referrals to other health care services on behalf of clinicians/doctors Updating the electronic patient management system to reflect the patient journey Ensure clinicians send their dictations or typed reports Ensuring clinicians/doctors have completed their notes in a timely manner Upload dictations to external typing service Skills/experience required: Experience of working within a proof reading/administration role Previous experience working within a Medical/Hospital/GP/111 or similar environment is essential Excellent attention to detail Able to establish and maintain productive professional relationships with colleagues. Next steps: If you have the above skills and experience then please apply today - this is such an incredible opportunity where you can really grow your career at this company. Alternatively if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend for the above role, you will receive a 100 voucher of your choice! Terms apply Please note if your skills match the requirements for the job then you will receive an e-mail from us (remember to check your junk mail). If you do please call us on (phone number removed) ASAP or within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Bonnie (Candidate Manager) or Nicola (Permanent Consultant). We look forward to your application. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
If you have exceptional Administrative duties and enjoy proof reading as well as working within the medical sector then we have ideal opportunity for you. This position is working for a reputable professional organisation, in the centre of the beautiful city of Canterbury, close to local shops and food outlets to enjoy or a walk by the canal and Cathedral during your training. Please note this position is fully remote Please find all the details below: Job Title: Medical Reports Administrator Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm Salary: 22,000 - 24,500 Location: The Head office is based in Canterbury, Kent, close to public transport. Our client would like to recruit candidiates who live within a 1 hour commute to Canterbury for training and occasional training/meetings. Excellent Benefits: Enhanced annual leave of 32 days a year (inclusive of bank holidays) Flexible annual leave scheme providing the ability to buy or sell back an additional 4 days. Well-being days. Pension scheme (with the option of enhancing via salary sacrifice). Cycle to work scheme. Birthday lie in. Free breakfast, including 'pastry Mondays'. Funded social events. Staff well-being bursary scheme. Your duties as a Report Administrator would be: Formatting and proof-reading a set number of clinic letters/diagnostic reports each day - checking for spelling and grammar, and formatting in line with brand guidelines Sending reports to clients/families, GPs and other professionals Processing onward referrals to other health care services on behalf of clinicians/doctors Updating the electronic patient management system to reflect the patient journey Ensure clinicians send their dictations or typed reports Ensuring clinicians/doctors have completed their notes in a timely manner Upload dictations to external typing service Skills/experience required: Experience of working within a proof reading/administration role Previous experience working within a Medical/Hospital/GP/111 or similar environment is essential Excellent attention to detail Able to establish and maintain productive professional relationships with colleagues. Next steps: If you have the above skills and experience then please apply today - this is such an incredible opportunity where you can really grow your career at this company. Alternatively if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend for the above role, you will receive a 100 voucher of your choice! Terms apply Please note if your skills match the requirements for the job then you will receive an e-mail from us (remember to check your junk mail). If you do please call us on (phone number removed) ASAP or within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Bonnie (Candidate Manager) or Nicola (Permanent Consultant). We look forward to your application. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Newport office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full Uk driving licence - Registered with Social Care Wales - Children's Services Experience What you'll get in return - Hybrid and Flexible working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
QSW - Family Court Advisor Your new company We are currently recruiting Qualified Social Workers to work within CAFCASS' Newport office. The roles will run on an initial 6-month contract with the possibility to extend. As part of the CAFCASS team, you will be involved in private law matters, working to safeguard children, usually involving disagreements between parents about the best arrangements for their children. All staff are well-supported to ensure that they can work in an environment that is conductive to achieving the best outcomes for families and children. Your new role You will have the chance to work primarily from home, but will be expected to travel to the office for meetings and travel to the family courts within the area. It is a full-time position, working for £38 per hour (umbrella). Providing advanced social work and completing safeguarding enquiry reports will be a part of your regular workload, and you will be conducting enquiries in accordance with relevant legislation. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full Uk driving licence - Registered with Social Care Wales - Children's Services Experience What you'll get in return - Hybrid and Flexible working - Competitive pay rates - Free DBS - Laptop and other work essentials provided - Referral bonuses What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
BRIDGEND COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
Social Worker - Community Learning Disability Team Job description 37 hours per week As a social worker in the Community Learning Disability team, you will provide a strength-based outcome focused enabling response to adults affected by the issues of disability, frailty, learning disabilities, mental health, and dementia, that require a timely social work response. Working with a multidisciplinary approach, your role will be to provide a Social Work service, including assessment of needs, and where eligible care and support plans, and where appropriate care and treatment plans, that will promote the independence and wellbeing of individuals, their families, and carers, focusing on 'what matters' to people. Where practicable, you will focus on prevention and self-management, enabling individuals to sustain independence through a combination of assessment, care and support and other practical interventions. The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. Criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. Closing Date: 24 April 2024 Shortlisting Date: 25 April 2024 Interview Date: 08 May 2024 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Social Worker - Community Learning Disability Team Job description 37 hours per week As a social worker in the Community Learning Disability team, you will provide a strength-based outcome focused enabling response to adults affected by the issues of disability, frailty, learning disabilities, mental health, and dementia, that require a timely social work response. Working with a multidisciplinary approach, your role will be to provide a Social Work service, including assessment of needs, and where eligible care and support plans, and where appropriate care and treatment plans, that will promote the independence and wellbeing of individuals, their families, and carers, focusing on 'what matters' to people. Where practicable, you will focus on prevention and self-management, enabling individuals to sustain independence through a combination of assessment, care and support and other practical interventions. The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. Criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. Closing Date: 24 April 2024 Shortlisting Date: 25 April 2024 Interview Date: 08 May 2024 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Senior Child and Family Practitioner Your new company Hays are working on behalf of a charity which provides support to victims and their families of domestic abuse. They are a growing charity within the Essex and Hertfordshire area and therefore, due to growth, are looking for a new experienced member of staff to join their team as a Senior Practitioner to work within their Children and Family services. Your new role This role will involve leading a team of people who deliver support to children and young people within safe accommodation. During this role, you will be responsible for acting as the voice of the child in refuge and work together with the victims to rebuild family bonds. As well as leading a team, you will also be responsible for holding cases - some in which may be more complex than others. You will be liaising with local children services,social worker, schools and children services to ensure that the highest standards of risk management are being applied in each area. This role is Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm and is mainly community and office based within the Chelmsford and Harlow area within Essex. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate part-time for this post. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you must have extensive experience working with Vulnerable Children and their Families within a community setting. Ideally you will also have experience as a Senior, managing staff teams and workload. However this is not essential if you are looking for a step up within your career and have a minimum of 2 years experience as a Child or Young Adult Practitioner. What you'll get in return You will be working on behalf of a charity organisation who invest time, money, training and support in all their staff. Staff wellbeing and mental health are extremely important to them, and they have generous benefit packages to enhance this. Ideally, this role would suit someone that is doing a similar role. However, this position would be a fantastic step up for a individual who is working as a Children & Family Practitioner or Support Worker who is looking for a next step-up in their career. The salary for this role is £27,800 plus overtime and on-call payments. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jacob Mower on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Child and Family Practitioner Your new company Hays are working on behalf of a charity which provides support to victims and their families of domestic abuse. They are a growing charity within the Essex and Hertfordshire area and therefore, due to growth, are looking for a new experienced member of staff to join their team as a Senior Practitioner to work within their Children and Family services. Your new role This role will involve leading a team of people who deliver support to children and young people within safe accommodation. During this role, you will be responsible for acting as the voice of the child in refuge and work together with the victims to rebuild family bonds. As well as leading a team, you will also be responsible for holding cases - some in which may be more complex than others. You will be liaising with local children services,social worker, schools and children services to ensure that the highest standards of risk management are being applied in each area. This role is Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm and is mainly community and office based within the Chelmsford and Harlow area within Essex. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate part-time for this post. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this role, you must have extensive experience working with Vulnerable Children and their Families within a community setting. Ideally you will also have experience as a Senior, managing staff teams and workload. However this is not essential if you are looking for a step up within your career and have a minimum of 2 years experience as a Child or Young Adult Practitioner. What you'll get in return You will be working on behalf of a charity organisation who invest time, money, training and support in all their staff. Staff wellbeing and mental health are extremely important to them, and they have generous benefit packages to enhance this. Ideally, this role would suit someone that is doing a similar role. However, this position would be a fantastic step up for a individual who is working as a Children & Family Practitioner or Support Worker who is looking for a next step-up in their career. The salary for this role is £27,800 plus overtime and on-call payments. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jacob Mower on . If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Project 6 are at an exciting time in our journey having a strong established reputation for high quality, high impact work across West and South Yorkshire. We now are searching for a new CEO to lead us into the next phase of our development. This follows a fantastic last 10 years under the leadership of our current CEO. The role will primarily focus on three areas: People, External Partnerships & Governance. These unpin all the great work done by us as a charity. It will be your role to drive the future strategy and partnership work alongside an established Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and Management team. In return you get to work and lead a charity who have a much bigger voice than our size, driving social change in the Drug & Alcohol sector. We currently work in Keighley, Bradford, Sheffield, and Doncaster delivering services to people experiencing challenges linked to drugs, alcohol and multiple disadvantages, and have been doing so for over 30 years. Here is how the ideal person has been described by our staff and people who use our services: Values led and in line with our company values Able to stand up for all people who are affected by drug & alcohol use Fantastic listener Visible and Approachable Non-Judgmental Actively engages with all people across our services. Understanding of the barriers the people who use our services face. Wants to and can have fun. A strong understanding and a desire to challenge stigma. A fantastic networker Hands-on wherever they are needed. We know this is a lot to ask but we hope this guides you on how our people view the role within the wider organisation. Key responsibilities can be separated into 4 categories: Leadership Lead the SLT to live our values and delivery effectively and efficiently on agreed priorities and objectives. Develop the SLT into a high performing, high support/high challenge team. Provide visible, supportive but challenging leadership to the whole organisation. Lead and role model our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Governance Develop and deploy governance systems that enable the Chair and Board of Trustees to discharge their legal and moral duties in ensuring project 6 meets its objectives for public benefit. Work with the Board to agree long term strategic objectives and plans. Lead the delivery of clear performance reports to the Board each quarter across the 4 quadrants of the Strategic Objectives. Ensure that the Board receives all the information, support and training it requires and support the Board's recruitment, induction and review processes as required. Resources Lead and develop effective robust and transparent financial planning and reporting. Develop an organization that is efficient and cost effective with as much resource as possible deployed to the front line. Lead on the identification and effective management of organisational risk. Lead on the development of a People Framework to maximize the organisations talent and performance. Lead endeavours to make the best use of digital technologies to empower staff and make service more accessible. To ensure that the organisation develops a culture of Continual Improvement. Quality & Compliance Ensure the effective implementation of quality assurance policies and procedures for the organisation including an organisational wide assurance system. Maintain up to date knowledge of current issues / best practice/ local and national policy in relevant fields for example Substance use, Addiction Recovery, Asset-Based Community Development, Families Work and Safeguarding. Lead the organisation in being a healthy and safe place to work and to access services by developing and owning P6s health and safety management system. Strategically lead our commitment and adherence to safeguarding. Shortlisting is scheduled to be completed by 30 th March 2024 with initial interviews taking place in the first 2 weeks of April. We recommend expressions of interest to be submitted at the earliest possible opportunity. Project 6 is an award-winning voluntary sector drug and alcohol charity working across Yorkshire in Keighley, Sheffield and Doncaster. We have been delivering services for people experiencing challenges connected to drug and alcohol use and multiple disadvantage in our local communities for over 35 years. We are a harm-reduction and recovery-focused service, working to help people reduce the risks associated with substance use and we offer highly effective, evidence-based support to drug and alcohol users and their families.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Project 6 are at an exciting time in our journey having a strong established reputation for high quality, high impact work across West and South Yorkshire. We now are searching for a new CEO to lead us into the next phase of our development. This follows a fantastic last 10 years under the leadership of our current CEO. The role will primarily focus on three areas: People, External Partnerships & Governance. These unpin all the great work done by us as a charity. It will be your role to drive the future strategy and partnership work alongside an established Board of Trustees, Senior Leadership Team and Management team. In return you get to work and lead a charity who have a much bigger voice than our size, driving social change in the Drug & Alcohol sector. We currently work in Keighley, Bradford, Sheffield, and Doncaster delivering services to people experiencing challenges linked to drugs, alcohol and multiple disadvantages, and have been doing so for over 30 years. Here is how the ideal person has been described by our staff and people who use our services: Values led and in line with our company values Able to stand up for all people who are affected by drug & alcohol use Fantastic listener Visible and Approachable Non-Judgmental Actively engages with all people across our services. Understanding of the barriers the people who use our services face. Wants to and can have fun. A strong understanding and a desire to challenge stigma. A fantastic networker Hands-on wherever they are needed. We know this is a lot to ask but we hope this guides you on how our people view the role within the wider organisation. Key responsibilities can be separated into 4 categories: Leadership Lead the SLT to live our values and delivery effectively and efficiently on agreed priorities and objectives. Develop the SLT into a high performing, high support/high challenge team. Provide visible, supportive but challenging leadership to the whole organisation. Lead and role model our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Governance Develop and deploy governance systems that enable the Chair and Board of Trustees to discharge their legal and moral duties in ensuring project 6 meets its objectives for public benefit. Work with the Board to agree long term strategic objectives and plans. Lead the delivery of clear performance reports to the Board each quarter across the 4 quadrants of the Strategic Objectives. Ensure that the Board receives all the information, support and training it requires and support the Board's recruitment, induction and review processes as required. Resources Lead and develop effective robust and transparent financial planning and reporting. Develop an organization that is efficient and cost effective with as much resource as possible deployed to the front line. Lead on the identification and effective management of organisational risk. Lead on the development of a People Framework to maximize the organisations talent and performance. Lead endeavours to make the best use of digital technologies to empower staff and make service more accessible. To ensure that the organisation develops a culture of Continual Improvement. Quality & Compliance Ensure the effective implementation of quality assurance policies and procedures for the organisation including an organisational wide assurance system. Maintain up to date knowledge of current issues / best practice/ local and national policy in relevant fields for example Substance use, Addiction Recovery, Asset-Based Community Development, Families Work and Safeguarding. Lead the organisation in being a healthy and safe place to work and to access services by developing and owning P6s health and safety management system. Strategically lead our commitment and adherence to safeguarding. Shortlisting is scheduled to be completed by 30 th March 2024 with initial interviews taking place in the first 2 weeks of April. We recommend expressions of interest to be submitted at the earliest possible opportunity. Project 6 is an award-winning voluntary sector drug and alcohol charity working across Yorkshire in Keighley, Sheffield and Doncaster. We have been delivering services for people experiencing challenges connected to drug and alcohol use and multiple disadvantage in our local communities for over 35 years. We are a harm-reduction and recovery-focused service, working to help people reduce the risks associated with substance use and we offer highly effective, evidence-based support to drug and alcohol users and their families.
Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) - Public and Private Law Team £41,550 - £46,332 + £2,000 Golden Hello Location: Sheffield and Hull We will be holding a virtual live event on 08 May 2024 at 5:15pm for you to come along and speak to our colleagues and managers to see what it is like to work at Cafcass. If you would like to attend this event please sign up here . For this role we are also able to offer a Golden Hello payment of £2,000. Further information on this payment and terms and conditions will be provided in due course should you be successful. We are recruiting for the role of Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) Private and Public Law in our team covering Sheffield and Hull. We trust and empower colleagues to work in a hybrid way, providing the resources, equipment, and support, so that individually and collectively, we can be the voice of children and young people when the family court makes critical decisions about their futures. Whilst this role is part of a team based from our office in Sheffield, our teams work flexibly and remotely, your proximity to the office doesn't always have to be a critical consideration. We are a diverse, inclusive organisation that is a safe space for colleagues with shared aspects of identity and lived experience, which helps ensure we provide a service which promotes the diversity and uniqueness of children and families from all backgrounds. We especially welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds as we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity of the children and families we work with. We provide extensive wellbeing support for colleagues, as well as excellent benefits, all of which we hope encourages you to join us. Let us tell you a bit more about the role Working in the Public and Private Law team, Family Court Advisers are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Family Court Advisers are typically involved in undertaking direct work with children, gaining their views and wishes and representing these to the court via written reports and giving evidence and advocating for arrangements that are in the best interests of the child(ren) involved. and what we're looking for. Being a Family Court Adviser is very rewarding - but it's not for everyone. You must be a Social Work England registered social worker who's organised, resilient and able to work independently. Confident in your abilities, you'll have demonstrable experience of working with children and families over a sustained period as a Social Worker, potentially supplemented from relevant experience from earlier in your career also. You can find out more about the above - and much more - before you apply and we also recommend you read the job description. Next steps / timelines If and when you are ready to apply, our application process is straightforward and quick to complete. You don't need to complete your application in a single visit, you can start it and come back and amend your responses / update your CV, just make sure you come back before the closing date to submit. Below we have given you an indication of a timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change. Closing date: Sunday 19 May 2024. Initial interview: W/C 29 April, 08 May, 15 May and 22 May 2024. Final Interview: 10 May, 14 May, 05 June and 12 June 2024. We understand that starting a new role is a big decision, and you may require further information before applying. You can find out more about the role in the Job Description and there is a wealth of information about Cafcass on our Cafcass Careers page. If you wish to speak with a member of the team for more specific information you can either contact Smita Haried at from our HR Resourcing team if your query is HR related or to do with the recruitment process, or Lauren Thompson at if your questions relate more to the role, providing your contact information and best times / methods to get hold of you. Whilst we will always try and respond a.s.a.p. we wouldn't want you to miss the closing date before we are able to. If this is the case, we recommend you apply and as part of your application you can ask questions, and this may allow us to contact you and provide you with the required information that will help you decide if you still wish to be considered. Finally, in anticipation of your application being successful, you might want to read about the offer and pre-employment checks process. As part of your application you can highlight any concerns or questions about the pre-employment checks and we encourage all applicants to do so, safe in the knowledge such information will not be shared with individuals involved in the selection process. We look forward to hearing from you. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre-engagement checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Further information on what the assessment covers can be found by viewing the Cafcass DBS policy. To apply, please visit our website via the button below.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) - Public and Private Law Team £41,550 - £46,332 + £2,000 Golden Hello Location: Sheffield and Hull We will be holding a virtual live event on 08 May 2024 at 5:15pm for you to come along and speak to our colleagues and managers to see what it is like to work at Cafcass. If you would like to attend this event please sign up here . For this role we are also able to offer a Golden Hello payment of £2,000. Further information on this payment and terms and conditions will be provided in due course should you be successful. We are recruiting for the role of Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) Private and Public Law in our team covering Sheffield and Hull. We trust and empower colleagues to work in a hybrid way, providing the resources, equipment, and support, so that individually and collectively, we can be the voice of children and young people when the family court makes critical decisions about their futures. Whilst this role is part of a team based from our office in Sheffield, our teams work flexibly and remotely, your proximity to the office doesn't always have to be a critical consideration. We are a diverse, inclusive organisation that is a safe space for colleagues with shared aspects of identity and lived experience, which helps ensure we provide a service which promotes the diversity and uniqueness of children and families from all backgrounds. We especially welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds as we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity of the children and families we work with. We provide extensive wellbeing support for colleagues, as well as excellent benefits, all of which we hope encourages you to join us. Let us tell you a bit more about the role Working in the Public and Private Law team, Family Court Advisers are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. Family Court Advisers are typically involved in undertaking direct work with children, gaining their views and wishes and representing these to the court via written reports and giving evidence and advocating for arrangements that are in the best interests of the child(ren) involved. and what we're looking for. Being a Family Court Adviser is very rewarding - but it's not for everyone. You must be a Social Work England registered social worker who's organised, resilient and able to work independently. Confident in your abilities, you'll have demonstrable experience of working with children and families over a sustained period as a Social Worker, potentially supplemented from relevant experience from earlier in your career also. You can find out more about the above - and much more - before you apply and we also recommend you read the job description. Next steps / timelines If and when you are ready to apply, our application process is straightforward and quick to complete. You don't need to complete your application in a single visit, you can start it and come back and amend your responses / update your CV, just make sure you come back before the closing date to submit. Below we have given you an indication of a timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change. Closing date: Sunday 19 May 2024. Initial interview: W/C 29 April, 08 May, 15 May and 22 May 2024. Final Interview: 10 May, 14 May, 05 June and 12 June 2024. We understand that starting a new role is a big decision, and you may require further information before applying. You can find out more about the role in the Job Description and there is a wealth of information about Cafcass on our Cafcass Careers page. If you wish to speak with a member of the team for more specific information you can either contact Smita Haried at from our HR Resourcing team if your query is HR related or to do with the recruitment process, or Lauren Thompson at if your questions relate more to the role, providing your contact information and best times / methods to get hold of you. Whilst we will always try and respond a.s.a.p. we wouldn't want you to miss the closing date before we are able to. If this is the case, we recommend you apply and as part of your application you can ask questions, and this may allow us to contact you and provide you with the required information that will help you decide if you still wish to be considered. Finally, in anticipation of your application being successful, you might want to read about the offer and pre-employment checks process. As part of your application you can highlight any concerns or questions about the pre-employment checks and we encourage all applicants to do so, safe in the knowledge such information will not be shared with individuals involved in the selection process. We look forward to hearing from you. Please be advised successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre-engagement checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Further information on what the assessment covers can be found by viewing the Cafcass DBS policy. To apply, please visit our website via the button below.
North Lanarkshire Council has a detailed plan setting the direction to deliver an ambitious growth and development programme, making North Lanarkshire the place to live, learn, work and invest. Our team plays a pivotal role in the delivery of the Plan for North Lanarkshire and in joining our team you will share our ambition for our communities to deliver a service to support the ambitions and priorities of the Council. As part of our team, you will be working with a variety of internal stakeholders and external partners ensuring the delivery of a high-quality professional service that maximises available resources, delivers positive outcomes and meets the needs of service users. Reporting to the Infrastructure & Transportation Manager you will have responsibility for developing and implementing the Council's parking management strategy. You will also work with Council stakeholders and external partners to deliver improved outcomes for a wide range of transportation initiatives and projects, including public transport and active travel infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver the Council's Decriminalised Parking Enforcement duties, which will include waiting, loading and pavement parking regulations. You will also be responsible for developing and promoting Traffic Regulation Orders and responding to parking enquiries from elected members and the general public. To be a success in this role you will have strong team and relationship building qualities and a proven track record of either managing projects or demonstrable evidence of working as part of a successful project delivery team. You will rely on your experience of performance review and development of plans to achieve objectives as well as your ability to plan, manage, track and communicate progress. You will have experience in dealing with conflict of interest, access to sensitive information, dealing with conflict and application of confidentiality. You will be able to produce well-structured and complex reports, and effectively monitor and manage parking revenue and capital budgets. With a Degree or HND (or equivalent qualification), in a relevant discipline which supports the qualities needed from this role, you will hold evidence of continuous professional development. You will have substantial relevant experience and a knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and codes of practice. A self-motivator with a flexible approach to work you will be able to manage multiple and changing demands whilst meeting tight deadlines. You will be innovative, solutions focused, entrepreneurial, resilient and an excellent communicator with good influencing skills. This post is politically restricted in compliance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. You must be able to travel throughout North Lanarkshire and outwith this area to undertake the duties of this post. Working here at North Lanarkshire Council If you're considering a career with us, you'll be keen to know what's in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays , and a wide range of benefits available to you find out more at work well NL. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career. For more information on local authority careers visit the myjobscotland career hub North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy. Click here to see our Recruitment Charter. _ For all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work._ We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. North Lanarkshire Council is committed to . This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People. The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention's Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity. To find out more click on the link. Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone . The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read - My NL PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £57,022.00-£62,531.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Motherwell Reference ID: 370433
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
North Lanarkshire Council has a detailed plan setting the direction to deliver an ambitious growth and development programme, making North Lanarkshire the place to live, learn, work and invest. Our team plays a pivotal role in the delivery of the Plan for North Lanarkshire and in joining our team you will share our ambition for our communities to deliver a service to support the ambitions and priorities of the Council. As part of our team, you will be working with a variety of internal stakeholders and external partners ensuring the delivery of a high-quality professional service that maximises available resources, delivers positive outcomes and meets the needs of service users. Reporting to the Infrastructure & Transportation Manager you will have responsibility for developing and implementing the Council's parking management strategy. You will also work with Council stakeholders and external partners to deliver improved outcomes for a wide range of transportation initiatives and projects, including public transport and active travel infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver the Council's Decriminalised Parking Enforcement duties, which will include waiting, loading and pavement parking regulations. You will also be responsible for developing and promoting Traffic Regulation Orders and responding to parking enquiries from elected members and the general public. To be a success in this role you will have strong team and relationship building qualities and a proven track record of either managing projects or demonstrable evidence of working as part of a successful project delivery team. You will rely on your experience of performance review and development of plans to achieve objectives as well as your ability to plan, manage, track and communicate progress. You will have experience in dealing with conflict of interest, access to sensitive information, dealing with conflict and application of confidentiality. You will be able to produce well-structured and complex reports, and effectively monitor and manage parking revenue and capital budgets. With a Degree or HND (or equivalent qualification), in a relevant discipline which supports the qualities needed from this role, you will hold evidence of continuous professional development. You will have substantial relevant experience and a knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and codes of practice. A self-motivator with a flexible approach to work you will be able to manage multiple and changing demands whilst meeting tight deadlines. You will be innovative, solutions focused, entrepreneurial, resilient and an excellent communicator with good influencing skills. This post is politically restricted in compliance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. You must be able to travel throughout North Lanarkshire and outwith this area to undertake the duties of this post. Working here at North Lanarkshire Council If you're considering a career with us, you'll be keen to know what's in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays , and a wide range of benefits available to you find out more at work well NL. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career. For more information on local authority careers visit the myjobscotland career hub North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy. Click here to see our Recruitment Charter. _ For all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work._ We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. North Lanarkshire Council is committed to . This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People. The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention's Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity. To find out more click on the link. Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone . The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read - My NL PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £57,022.00-£62,531.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Driving: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Motherwell Reference ID: 370433
Children's Residential Support Officer - Cardiff Children's Support Worker - Cardiff Your New Company You will be working within the Cardiff region in one of their children's and young people's residential settings. They have a firm belief that every child and young person, no matter their ability or situation, deserves to enjoy engaging in activities with other young people all while receiving expert care and attention. You will be working for an authority which is open and honest about the difficulties people face and allowing those to have their say about what is important to them fairly, and together, they will work with communities to offer the best service they can to those who really need it. If you hold the same visions of care and passion for those more vulnerable than us - this is the post for you. Your New Role Supporting children aged 6 - 18 with emotional behaviour disorder and/or complex needs in one of 3 active services in CardiffTo safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young peopleEnsuring an inclusive and fair environment for a diversity of backgrounds/ situations/ abilitiesAdhering to personal care plans which have been drawn up after assessing the needs and goals of the placementAdhering to strict health and safety practices to ensure the wellbeing of children and young peopleBuilding rapport and empowering children and young people to reach their potentialBuilding rapport and good relationships with familiesProduce and maintain accurate record keeping in accordance with GDPRAdopting a child-centred approach to providing the best care for children and young people with complex health / emotional needsCarry out elements of personal care if required What You'll Need to Succeed Child-centred approach to carePositive attitude to carePrevious experience within children's social care or transferrable skill role is desirable.Full UK driving licenceNVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care is desirable, but you do have the option to work towards it.Basic understanding of children's human rights and safeguarding is essential.Experience working within a multi-agency environment is desirable.Self-motivation and determination to grow and succeed togetherEnhanced DBS check (Update Service DBS' desirable for swifter onboarding) What you'll get in return Expert recruiting consultant to guide you through and beyond the process37 hours per week full time role30% enhancement in hourly rate after 8pm on weekdays50% enhancement to hourly rates on weekendsSleep in AllowanceCareer progression via qualifications and promotionFree enhanced DBS check What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Children's Residential Support Officer - Cardiff Children's Support Worker - Cardiff Your New Company You will be working within the Cardiff region in one of their children's and young people's residential settings. They have a firm belief that every child and young person, no matter their ability or situation, deserves to enjoy engaging in activities with other young people all while receiving expert care and attention. You will be working for an authority which is open and honest about the difficulties people face and allowing those to have their say about what is important to them fairly, and together, they will work with communities to offer the best service they can to those who really need it. If you hold the same visions of care and passion for those more vulnerable than us - this is the post for you. Your New Role Supporting children aged 6 - 18 with emotional behaviour disorder and/or complex needs in one of 3 active services in CardiffTo safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young peopleEnsuring an inclusive and fair environment for a diversity of backgrounds/ situations/ abilitiesAdhering to personal care plans which have been drawn up after assessing the needs and goals of the placementAdhering to strict health and safety practices to ensure the wellbeing of children and young peopleBuilding rapport and empowering children and young people to reach their potentialBuilding rapport and good relationships with familiesProduce and maintain accurate record keeping in accordance with GDPRAdopting a child-centred approach to providing the best care for children and young people with complex health / emotional needsCarry out elements of personal care if required What You'll Need to Succeed Child-centred approach to carePositive attitude to carePrevious experience within children's social care or transferrable skill role is desirable.Full UK driving licenceNVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care is desirable, but you do have the option to work towards it.Basic understanding of children's human rights and safeguarding is essential.Experience working within a multi-agency environment is desirable.Self-motivation and determination to grow and succeed togetherEnhanced DBS check (Update Service DBS' desirable for swifter onboarding) What you'll get in return Expert recruiting consultant to guide you through and beyond the process37 hours per week full time role30% enhancement in hourly rate after 8pm on weekdays50% enhancement to hourly rates on weekendsSleep in AllowanceCareer progression via qualifications and promotionFree enhanced DBS check What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant People Business Partner to join our fantastic Business Partnering team within our People and Change function, based in Woodhatch Place, Reigate. This role will be supporting the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning (CFLL) directorate. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As the Assistant People Business Partner, you will provide fundamental provision of support and guidance to the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning directorate. Children, Families and Lifelong Learning is the Council's largest directorate and includes social workers providing statutory services to children, young people and families, as well as the Council's early help provision and education support services, such as educational physiologists. Children, Families and Lifelong Learning have a number of large scale transformation projects and programmes underway and the Assistant People Business Partner role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of these changes. You will also be working with the Business Partners on strategic workforce development and organisational development projects, both service and Council wide, this role essentially acts as an agent of change. You will be regularly liaising with senior managers and partners to understand the business dynamics at a local level and devise and implement creative and practical HR and OD solutions. In this role you'll enable business change through an understanding of culture, capability and structure, whilst identifying and mitigating people and organisational risks. As the Assistant People Business Partner, you will have substantial generalist HR experience working in a large and complex environment and will be able to evidence a strong track record of leading the design and implementation of workforce strategies. You will be driven to deliver high quality outcomes and will model a strong performance culture. You'll be able to demonstrate successful change management experience that meets the needs of the customer and organisation, with a focus on increasing efficiency and better ways of working. Key to this role will also be working with the Business Partners on strategic workforce planning and resourcing, working in partnership with colleagues in OD, Employment Practice, Reward and Policy and Recruitment as well as our Health Partners. You will also interpret and analyse business intelligence relating to the analysis of workforce performance data in order to design potential workforce strategies and inform decision making. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Chartered MCIPD, or working towards, or equivalent experience Solid background in generalist HR, or in-depth experience in a specialist area with a learning towards change management Proven skills in the analysis and interpretation of data, identifying trends and testing solutions, presenting results and putting forward recommendations to support resolutions and decision making Building strong trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels in order to influence management practice and behaviour Strong coaching and mentoring skills and a true collaborator As part of your application, we would like you to answer the following three questions: Can you give us an example of how you have used your interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders? Describe a scenario in which you utilised data to inform a business decision or strategy as a HR professional include the sources you relied on, analysis and insights. Can you give us an example of a large-scale organisational change process that you have supported with as a HR professional? The job advert closes at 23:59 on Monday 6th May 2024 with interviews planned for Thursday 16th May 2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant People Business Partner to join our fantastic Business Partnering team within our People and Change function, based in Woodhatch Place, Reigate. This role will be supporting the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning (CFLL) directorate. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role As the Assistant People Business Partner, you will provide fundamental provision of support and guidance to the Children, Families and Lifelong Learning directorate. Children, Families and Lifelong Learning is the Council's largest directorate and includes social workers providing statutory services to children, young people and families, as well as the Council's early help provision and education support services, such as educational physiologists. Children, Families and Lifelong Learning have a number of large scale transformation projects and programmes underway and the Assistant People Business Partner role plays a key part in supporting the delivery of these changes. You will also be working with the Business Partners on strategic workforce development and organisational development projects, both service and Council wide, this role essentially acts as an agent of change. You will be regularly liaising with senior managers and partners to understand the business dynamics at a local level and devise and implement creative and practical HR and OD solutions. In this role you'll enable business change through an understanding of culture, capability and structure, whilst identifying and mitigating people and organisational risks. As the Assistant People Business Partner, you will have substantial generalist HR experience working in a large and complex environment and will be able to evidence a strong track record of leading the design and implementation of workforce strategies. You will be driven to deliver high quality outcomes and will model a strong performance culture. You'll be able to demonstrate successful change management experience that meets the needs of the customer and organisation, with a focus on increasing efficiency and better ways of working. Key to this role will also be working with the Business Partners on strategic workforce planning and resourcing, working in partnership with colleagues in OD, Employment Practice, Reward and Policy and Recruitment as well as our Health Partners. You will also interpret and analyse business intelligence relating to the analysis of workforce performance data in order to design potential workforce strategies and inform decision making. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Chartered MCIPD, or working towards, or equivalent experience Solid background in generalist HR, or in-depth experience in a specialist area with a learning towards change management Proven skills in the analysis and interpretation of data, identifying trends and testing solutions, presenting results and putting forward recommendations to support resolutions and decision making Building strong trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels in order to influence management practice and behaviour Strong coaching and mentoring skills and a true collaborator As part of your application, we would like you to answer the following three questions: Can you give us an example of how you have used your interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders? Describe a scenario in which you utilised data to inform a business decision or strategy as a HR professional include the sources you relied on, analysis and insights. Can you give us an example of a large-scale organisational change process that you have supported with as a HR professional? The job advert closes at 23:59 on Monday 6th May 2024 with interviews planned for Thursday 16th May 2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Children's Services Your new company We are looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to take on the position of Practitioner Manager in Vale of Glamorgan's Children's Intake and Assessment Team. This is an ever-growing team that strives to provide the best care for children and families, and offers ongoing support of your career and goals. As a Practitioner Manager, you will be involved in the line management of Social Workers, which will include supervision, casework load management, management of risk, performance management and supporting members of the team to develop and progress. You may also have responsibility for a small caseload of complex cases depending on the needs of the team, and would expect to take a lead role in the absence of the Team Manager. Your new role The council knows that a work-life balance is important, which is why they have adapted their hours to be super flexible and allow hybrid working along with compressed hours. This is a full-time position that offers a competitive rate of £38 per hour and allows you to plan your own diary. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree - Registered with Social Care Wales - At least 3 years' experience in Children's Services - Full UK driving licence What you'll get in return - Flexible and compressed working options. - Free DBS - Weekly pay - A friendly, supportive office team is available 24/7 with our on-call system. What you need to do now If you have your Social Work degree and are looking for a change or are open to new opportunities, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us, and we can discuss what you are looking for in your next role! #
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
Children's Services Your new company We are looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to take on the position of Practitioner Manager in Vale of Glamorgan's Children's Intake and Assessment Team. This is an ever-growing team that strives to provide the best care for children and families, and offers ongoing support of your career and goals. As a Practitioner Manager, you will be involved in the line management of Social Workers, which will include supervision, casework load management, management of risk, performance management and supporting members of the team to develop and progress. You may also have responsibility for a small caseload of complex cases depending on the needs of the team, and would expect to take a lead role in the absence of the Team Manager. Your new role The council knows that a work-life balance is important, which is why they have adapted their hours to be super flexible and allow hybrid working along with compressed hours. This is a full-time position that offers a competitive rate of £38 per hour and allows you to plan your own diary. What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree - Registered with Social Care Wales - At least 3 years' experience in Children's Services - Full UK driving licence What you'll get in return - Flexible and compressed working options. - Free DBS - Weekly pay - A friendly, supportive office team is available 24/7 with our on-call system. What you need to do now If you have your Social Work degree and are looking for a change or are open to new opportunities, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us, and we can discuss what you are looking for in your next role! #
Family Support Worker (known internally as a Participation Officer) - Orange Grove Contract type: Part-Time Salary: Up to £21,825 prorated Contract term: Permanent Hours: 31 hours per week 10am - 6pm Tuesday - Thursday, 10am - 5pm on Friday Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme ( all benefits to be prorated ) About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. Requirements Have significant professional childcare experience, with priority given to candidates who have some Fostering of Fostering sector experience or else can demonstrate significant Fostering knowledge and interest Ideally possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology Can demonstrate previous experience of building rapport with adults and children with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare Responsibilities Arranging activities and workshops for our 'Looked After' and birth children Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Assessment, review and report writing, and maintaining clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Have significant professional childcare experience, with priority given to candidates who have some Fostering of Fostering sector experience or else can demonstrate significant Fostering knowledge and interest Ideally possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology Can demonstrate previous experience of building rapport with adults and children with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare) Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. INDCOMHP
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Family Support Worker (known internally as a Participation Officer) - Orange Grove Contract type: Part-Time Salary: Up to £21,825 prorated Contract term: Permanent Hours: 31 hours per week 10am - 6pm Tuesday - Thursday, 10am - 5pm on Friday Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme ( all benefits to be prorated ) About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. Requirements Have significant professional childcare experience, with priority given to candidates who have some Fostering of Fostering sector experience or else can demonstrate significant Fostering knowledge and interest Ideally possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology Can demonstrate previous experience of building rapport with adults and children with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare Responsibilities Arranging activities and workshops for our 'Looked After' and birth children Planning family events and days out Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Assessment, review and report writing, and maintaining clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Have significant professional childcare experience, with priority given to candidates who have some Fostering of Fostering sector experience or else can demonstrate significant Fostering knowledge and interest Ideally possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology Can demonstrate previous experience of building rapport with adults and children with an array of different needs and expectations Able to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour Intermediate IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (cost will be met by Orange Grove Fostercare) Orange Grove Fostercare is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. INDCOMHP
Adult Services Your new company We are currently looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker for Bridgend Council's Hospital Discharge Team. As part of the hospital discharge team, you will be supporting individuals and their families or carers to adjust to illness, access support and plan for any post-discharge resources they might need. Working for Bridgend Council, you will be a part of a fast-paced, high-performing team that strives to provide the best possible care to all service users. Your new role You will have the chance to work on a hybrid working model, being able to work from home 2 days per week and be in the office 3 days per week. It is a full-time role of 37 hours per week and the rate starts from £35 per hour (umbrella). What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Registered with SCW - At least 3 years' experience What you'll get in return - Competitive, weekly pay rate - Free DBS - Referral bonuses - A friendly, supportive office team is available 24/7 with our on-call system. What you need to do now If you have your Social Work degree and are looking for a change or are open to new opportunities, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us, and we can discuss what you are looking for in your next role! #
Apr 19, 2024
Seasonal
Adult Services Your new company We are currently looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker for Bridgend Council's Hospital Discharge Team. As part of the hospital discharge team, you will be supporting individuals and their families or carers to adjust to illness, access support and plan for any post-discharge resources they might need. Working for Bridgend Council, you will be a part of a fast-paced, high-performing team that strives to provide the best possible care to all service users. Your new role You will have the chance to work on a hybrid working model, being able to work from home 2 days per week and be in the office 3 days per week. It is a full-time role of 37 hours per week and the rate starts from £35 per hour (umbrella). What you'll need to succeed - Social Work Degree (or equivalent) - Full UK driving licence - Registered with SCW - At least 3 years' experience What you'll get in return - Competitive, weekly pay rate - Free DBS - Referral bonuses - A friendly, supportive office team is available 24/7 with our on-call system. What you need to do now If you have your Social Work degree and are looking for a change or are open to new opportunities, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us, and we can discuss what you are looking for in your next role! #