Job Advertisement: Housing Support WorkerLocation: 104 A & B Ladyshot, Harlow, CM20 3EW Nearest Train Station: Harlow Nearest Office: CM20 3EW DBS Level: Enhanced (Both adult and child) Service Users: Young people aged 16 and 17 at risk of homelessness, care leavers aged 18-21 Working Hours: Shift patterns – 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (early), 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM (late) Car Driver Needed: Desirable Own Vehicle Needed: No Valid Business Insurance: NoMain Duties: As a Housing Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support to young people at risk of homelessness and care leavers in transition. Working closely with service users, your main responsibilities will include:
Conducting initial assessments of potential and existing service users to determine their needs, risks, and requirements.
Maintaining regular contact with service users, building professional relationships, and acting as a positive role model.
Risk assessing activities with service users and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety.
Developing relationships with external groups and agencies to support the needs of service users.
Responding promptly to internal or external complaints, addressing any anti-social behavior, and reporting risks accordingly.
Reporting Line: Service Lead Lone Working: Yes Working from Home: No Number of Properties: 2Requirements:
Enhanced DBS clearance covering both adult and child services.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with young people effectively.
Strong assessment and risk management skills, with the ability to prioritize safety.
Ability to work shifts, including early mornings and evenings.
Desirable: Car driver's license, but not essential.
Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Previous experience working with vulnerable young people or in a similar support role is advantageous.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people in need of support and guidance during a crucial period of transition.
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to connor.sarginson@servicecare.org.uk.....Read more...
Female AdvocateJob Type: Part Time, PermanentLocation: NorwichWorking Hours: 08.30-16.30 4 days a week.Salary: £22,932.74 - £25,102.05Benefits:
4 day working week, working pattern is negotiable (e.g could do 4 days over 5)28 days Annual Leave pro rata + Bank Holidays (based on full time hours)Company Pension45p per mile Travel Expenses Paid
Equal Lives is a user led disabled persons organisation based in Sackville Place, Norwich that is dedicated to making disabled people’s voices heard, supporting people to empower themselves to live independent and fulfilled lives. Offering a welcoming working environment and team, a rewarding and varied position within a respected charity.The Role – Female Advocate:To provide comprehensive advocacy to people facing disabling barriers, with a non-judgemental approach to ensure that individuals can make informed decisions about their lives.Work to empower people to make their own, informed decisions and support them to have their voice heard.To offer issue-based advocacy to disabled people in the community on areas such as social care, mental health, housing and child protection.Responsibilities – Female Advocate:
Providing information, advice and advocacy on a range of issues affecting people who face disabling barriers, currently including:
Mental health careSupport to access treatment and support servicesPersonal budgets and direct paymentsDiscrimination and employment issuesChild protection proceedingsBeing an independent voice for clients.Working alongside clients to challenge institutions, organisations and bad practice where needed.Visiting clients either at home or in the community and working within Equal Lives’ lone working policies and procedures.Communicating with clients in the method that feels most comfortable and accessible for them. This could be via phone calls, emails, letters, video calls, face to face meetings or a combination of all of these.Building relationships in order to understand and effectively advocate for people who may not use words to communicate or may find it difficult to express themselves.Effectively managing a case list and maintaining comprehensive and up to date case management records using appropriate software and ensuring follow up requirements are carried out in a timely fashion.Contributing to the provision of induction and training of other staff including volunteers within the service.Developing strong working relationships with relevant organisations and institutions to ensure that the needs of clients are met.Working as part of the advocacy team and developing a supportive team culture.Keeping up to date with relevant legislation, policies and practice relevant to the role.Support other teams within Equal Lives by offering advice and information on specialist areas of knowledge, where needed.
Person Specification – Female Advocate:
A detailed understanding of the barriers faced by disabled people, the Equality Act 2010 and Social Model of DisabilityCommitment to equality of opportunity and empowerment of disabled peopleProven ability to advocate and undertake representation including an understanding of the principles of self and peer advocacySubstantial experience working in an advice/advocacy role including client representationSpecialised knowledge and experience in at least two of the following areas:
Mental health careSocial carePersonal budgets and direct paymentsDisability discrimination and employment issuesChild protection proceedings
Ability to organise and manage conflicting priorities within own workload and the teamAn advocacy qualification at level 3 or equivalent experienceExcellent inter-personal and relationship building skillsExcellent communication skills and proven experience of adapting your communications to suit a variety of different peopleAwareness of the impacts of working with trauma and experience of managing this, as well as an understanding of the importance of self-careExperience of working with people with dementia, learning disabilities and/or high mental health needsExperience of working with IT, including Office, Word and ExcelIdentifies as Female (service users can request advocates based on gender. Due to the make-up of the existing team, females are preferred for this position)Experience of supporting people through processesPersonal experience of disability....Read more...
We are looking for a Senior Social Worker to join a Leaving Care Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience to apply.
About the team
This team offers a flexible way of working with the managers requesting 2 days on site per week. You will work closely with the UASC and LAC teams to progress care plans and ensure the needs of Children are met within a set time period.
About you
You will be experienced in working within Children Frontline Services. Previous experience within Leaving Care Team or Looked After Children Teams would be beneficial. You must have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years experience working in a Child Social Work setting are essential for this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £37.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
‘Good’ OFSTED rating
Great opportunity to enhance your CV and skillset
Easily accessible Local Authority via public transport or car
Supportive management structure
For more information, please get in contact
Joe Servaes
0118 948 5555
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Childrens Residential Worker - Colwyn BayAre you a passionate, dedicated Childrens Residential Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are recruiting a Childrens Residential Worker to join a team based in Colwyn Bay.Umbrella Rate: £16.73 - £19.41 per hourDuration: 3 monthsHours: 4 week rolling rota working shifts of either 8am-10pm or 2pm-10pm and also including sleep in shifts on occasion (sleep in rate from 11pm until 7am) – 37 hrs/weekResidential Worker role: Full JD Available
Direct work with Looked After Children & Young People with learning disabilities and /or complex emotional and behavioural needs, ensuring they receive the appropriate levels and standards of care and support that responds to their individual needsUnderstand each individual care plan and placement plan and your role within itUndertake sleep-in duties / waking night dutiesObserve, recognise, record, and interpret boundaries and set limits in relation to children and young people being accommodatedRespond to challenging behaviour and understanding the cause and reason of the behaviourContribute to the implementation of individual casework and group work with children and young people and their families that fully involves them and reflects their strengths, needs and desired outcomesCreate a homely, warm, kind, friendly, environmentReport to your line manager, or other appropriate person, any malpractices or evidence which may suggest itDevelop close professional links with other staff of the department and the staff of other agencies and organisationsDevelop strong, trusting working relationshipsMaintain records of work done at all times, providing verbal and written reports when requiredParticipate in staff supervision, performance review, training and development programmes arranged by the departmentAttend meetings, reviews and conferences where necessary
Essential Requirements
Driving Licence, access to a vehicle and business insuranceMust be registered with Social Care WalesRelevant level 3 qualification (A Level/ HNCB NVQ)Experience of working effectively with young people who present challenging behaviours, to downplay risks and dangers through minimalist and casual language and actionsDemonstrate an understanding of residential child care practices and the signs/symptoms of abuseAble to undertake activities involving manual handling and/or restrictive physical interventionAbility to communicate both verbally and in writing in English and WelshEnhanced Child DBS registered to the update service
We also offer an outstanding referral scheme for any Childrens Residential Worker friends or colleagues.If you are a Childrens Residential Worker and would like to express your interest, please contact us for this great opportunity by calling on 0208 514 9110 and speak to Sammy Davis Or email on, sammyd@4recruitmentservices.com Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.....Read more...
Registered Manager (Childrens Home)
Location: Solihull / Kings Heath, West Midlands
Salary: £47k - £55k + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent, Monday - Friday (40hours)
Bonuses: £1,000 Welcome Bonus + £500 Registration Bonus
The Client:
Our client is a well-established residential childcare provider committed to providing exceptional care and a supportive environment, ensuring the safety, welfare, and development of children and young people in their care.
The Role:
As a Registered Manager, you will have full responsibility for the daily operations of the Childrens Home, ensuring the provision of high-quality care and support to all young residents.
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Duties:
? Implement and uphold health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety guidelines.
? Continuously update and enhance the homes Statement of Purpose and related documents, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
? Lead and support the staff team in delivering child-centred care, aiming for the best outcomes for each young person.
? Oversee staff management, including work scheduling, training, supervisions, and appraisals.
? Guide staff on adhering to Children's Homes Regulations, The Children Act, Care Standards Act, and other relevant legislations and policies.
Requirements:
Essential:
? Previously worked as a Registered Manager or in a similar role.
? Possess 3 years of experience in Childrens Residential settings.
? Experience in a Senior or Strategic role within children's residential care.
? Minimum age of 22, in compliance with Ofsted Regulations.
? A proactive, adaptable, and non-judgemental approach.
? Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
? NVQ/Diploma Level 5 in Leadership & Management in Residential Children's Services or equivalent.
? Experience as a Deputy or Registered Manager in a similar setting.
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Family Support Worker
Job Description
London Borough of Redbridge are currently seeking a motivated and innovative Family Support Worker to be part of a team delivering early intervention and family support across the borough. As a Family Support Worker, you will be working with different partner agencies, children and families from different and diverse backgrounds. Your role will involve providing a range of support in the home to a diverse community. You will need to understand safeguarding and be able to work with mental ill health, substance misuse, domestic violence, learning disabilities and other factors that could impede effective parenting. The aim is to improve outcomes for children within the family environment.
Responsibilities
Deliver early intervention and family support services
Work with different partner agencies, children and families from different and diverse backgrounds
Provide a range of support in the home to a diverse community
Understand safeguarding and be able to work with mental ill health, substance misuse, domestic violence, learning disabilities and other factors that could impede effective parenting
Improve outcomes for children within the family environment
Requirements
Experience of child development and family support
Ability to write reports
Motivated and innovative
Willingness to work with different partner agencies, children and families from different and diverse backgrounds
Understanding of safeguarding and ability to work with mental ill health, substance misuse, domestic violence, learning disabilities and other factors that could impede effective parenting
Qualifications
Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge of child development and parenting
Understanding of safeguarding
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Family Support Worker position, please submit your CV to Ashley.Brown@servicecare.org.uk or call the office on 01772 208 964.....Read more...
Registered Manager (CQC)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Excellent Benefits
The Client:
Our client, a reputable care group, offers an extensive range of services including residential care, supported living, and home care.
The Role:
As a Registered Manager, you will guide the strategic and daily operations of care services, ensuring they meet CQC standards while promoting a culture of excellence and empathy.
Responsibilities:
* Serve as the registered manager for CQC, overseeing compliance and inspection activities.
* Lead and develop a dedicated care staff team, promoting professionalism and empathy.
* Foster relationships with service users, their families, and external stakeholders to meet care needs effectively.
* Implement and update care plans and risk assessments according to service users needs.
* Handle budgeting processes to maintain the financial health of services.
* Drive quality improvements in care and support services.
* Recruit and train care staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and high care standards.
Requirements:
* Previously worked as a Registered Manager, care manager or in a similar role.
* NVQ Level 4 or higher in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
* Deep understanding of CQC regulations, standards, and care industry best practices.
* Skilled in Microsoft Office and relevant care management software.
* Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Company events
* Professional and personal development opportunities
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Therapeutic Care Worker required to support in a 3-bed Residential Home in Oxford.
You must have Right to Work in the UK.
About the role:
You will be working in a residential home supporting children aged 9-17 with a background in EBD. This home provides a therapeutic environment for the young people who live there. As a therapeutic care worker, you will be developing good relationships with the children, parents, staff and social workers.
Opportunity for Permanent Work
About you:
A successful candidate will have extensive experience working with children and young people. If you have a counselling background and are therapeutically trained this role would be a perfect fit.
Pay starting from £12.50 per hour PAYE and £15.88 per hour Umbrella
Requirements for you as the Therapeutic Care Worker:
Therapeutically trained with a counselling background.
Self-motivated individual with clear communication skills
Enhanced Child and Adults DBS
Be able to travel to Oxford in your own vehicle or by public transport.
Shift Times:
40 hours per week
Working 1 weekend in 3.
Benefits for you as the Therapeutic Care Worker.
Holiday Pay 12.07%
Weekly Pay
Pension
Dedicated Consultant
Opportunity for Permanent Work
For more information please contact – Neave Winterbourne
Nwinterbourne@charecruitment.com / 01189485555
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4Recruitment Services are seeking a Child & Family Support Workers.The client has 4 vacancies and requires a worker in each locality: Wednesbury x 1, Willenhall x 1 & Walsall x 2.The role involves:
Working specifically with expectant parents and so we would like candidates who have experiences in delivering parenting interventions and those candidates who have worked with expectant parents or small children in some capacity.Working with both mothers and fathers to prepare for parenthood and after birth. This will be offering practical as well as emotional support and working alongside the social worker to mitigate risks and address needs identified.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
You will be required to work alongside and collaboratively with your team manager/senior practitioner to ensure children, young people and their families are effectively safeguarded and supported.To work with children and young people are in care, in need and at risk of harm as part of a multiagency team to provide an integrated whole family approach to positively make a change in family behaviours.To provide practical and emotional support to parents as through parents change for children can be achieved and sustained. However maintain children at the centre of our practice and ensuring the voice of the child is listened to and understood.To be responsible for various levels of family support with individual families working in their home or other community settings as appropriateTo case hold a small number of children in need alongside an allocated social worker to progress their plans and deliver intervention and support as specified.To support the delivery of safe and effective supervised family time offering support and guidance to families within a safe environment or in the community.To provide signposting information and direct advice and guidance to families on child development and parenting using evidence based practice.Work flexibly to meet the needs of children and families within the borough through evidence based/evidenced informed interventionsTo contribute to the assessment and support of parents, children and their families. Robust management of the plan of work with the family, reviewing this with social workers and families in a timely manner to prevent drift and escalation of concerns.The delivery of direct work with parents and children through their plans of support.To act as a positive role model for parents/carers in a range of contexts including groups, drop in sessions, 1-1 work
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Experience delivering therapeutic interventions or additional training around trauma or ACE's this would also be welcomedChildren, Young People &Families Practitioner or substantial experience in a similar role. Ability to motivate children, young people and their familiesA Level 3 or equivalent and / or vocational qualifications (e.g. children and young people or communities Or Extensive experience working with children and families this could include: Training in evidence based programmes including Parenting, Mediation, Family Group Conferencing, Restorative practice, NVR and trauma informed practice.Ability to motivate children, young people and their familiesExperience of creative and innovative approaches to engage vulnerable and hard to reach young people, children and their familiesDemonstrates knowledge of child development and the needs of children and young people.Ability to communicate effectively and form good working relationships with young people and their carers to support and motivate them to address issues which may be creating barriers.Ability to undertake appropriate assessments of the needs of children, young people and their families to support and implement effective support plans.Ability to deescalate upset familiesEnhanced DBS
What we offer:
24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits ProgrammeOur own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on 0800 988 6307 or email gpadmin@4recruitmentservices.com.....Read more...
we are currently recruiting for a Qualified Social worker in Medway to work in a Children’s Fostering Social Services Department. To work with foster carers, children and families to support vulnerable service users ensuring the needs of the child remain paramount. To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential. To work to a structured time management practice; submitting reports, assessments and plans within regulated timescales. To maintain accurate written and computerised records, in accordance with agreed procedures and in order to meet legislative responsibilities. To co-ordinate, and take a lead role in multi-professional/ agency groups and other professional meetings. To adhere to and uphold the codes of conduct set out by Medway Council and HCPC. For this position, you must have – • A degree or masters in Social Work (or any other recognised equivalent qualification) • HCPC registration Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including – • A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated Social Work recruitment team • Excellent rates of pay • An extensive range of Social Work vacancies available throughout the UK • Payroll service twice a week If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Mike at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email Delanie.Heyes@servicecare.org.uk. Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!....Read more...
Do you want to make a positive difference to vulnerable children and their lives? Are you keen to work with an outstanding provider who offers clear development and progression opportunities? Do you have a passion for personal development?
If you have answered yes to any of the above, then please get in touch as we have an opportunity available with National Charity who specialises in providing Therapeutic care, education and treatment to vulnerable children and young people.
On offer is a fully funded, industry accredited training programme which offers you an excellent career progression into management or as a qualified Child Psychotherapist. My client has a fantastic reputation for nurturing staff and are an industry leader with their in house training programmes.
This is a role where you will be working with one of the most reputable care providers in the area and will benefit from ongoing training and support to ensure you have everything you need to become successful in the role.
Benefits for the Therapeutic Residential Worker include:
Starting salary of £31600
Full-time contract
40 days annual leave
Paid for DBS
Fully funded training
On-going progression opportunities
Pension, maternity and paternity benefits and more!
The unique opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist whilst working in children’s home.
Responsibilities of the Therapeutic Residential Worker:
Ensuring to help the children with their emotional, physical and developmental needs.
Display yourself as an appropriate role model
Demonstrate a positive attitude, empathy and resilience
Encourage positive life experiences for the children
Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or alternatively for more information on this position please contact Alex Day at Charles Hunter Associates on 0118 948 5555
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Support Worker required to support a Gentleman in Wimborne.
You must have Right to Work in the UK.
About the role:
The role is supporting a Male who has an acquired a brain injury and has epilepsy. He is also PEG fed and requires personal care.Some more information is that client can be quite sensitive and can become easily agitated or frightened and cannot communicate verbally.
About you:
A successful candidate will have experience working within the care sector, working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Pay rate is £11.95 per hour PAYE ONLY plus holiday pay.
Requirements for you as a Support Worker:
Experience within social care - more than 6 months.
Self-motivated individual with clear communication skills
Enhanced Child and Adults DBS.
Driving license and own care prefferable.
Shift Times for you as a Support Worker:
Monday - Sunday.
8:00am-20:00pm
Rolling Rota 3 days a week.
Week 1 Friday, saturday,sunday
Week 2 Monday,tuesday,wednesday
Benefits for you as a Support Worker:
Holiday Pay 12.07%
E-learning training paid for by CHA
Designated consultant to guide you through the hiring process
Weekly Pay
Amazing opportnity to change vunerable adult's lives.
For more information please contact – Flora Waterhouse at fwaterhouse@charecruitment.com or call 01189485555
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We are recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Leaving Care Team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
This team works closely with children in care and their carers to progress their care plans and to ensure that foster and residential homes are meeting the needs of children up to the time when they transition to leaving care. As a ‘’corporate parent’’ the role is to ensure that the children and young people is given every opportunity to achieve the best outcomes possible.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in child protection, children in need, safeguarding, looked after children or referral and assessment. A degree in Social Work(Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
What’s on offer?
Up to £41,418
Mileage coverage
Flexible Working
Free Parking
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Referral and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience only.
About the team
The team is responsible for achieving positive change and improved outcomes for children and their families. They do this by undertaking high quality assessments, care planning and, when appropriate, child protection investigations. They are a friendly and supportive team offering regular supervision and manageable caseloads.
About you
You will be well versed working within a fast paced Frontline Team and have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
You will need to have a Social Work England registration.
What's on offer?
Up to £37 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Great opportunity to enhance your CV and skillset
Hybrid working pattern of 2/3 days a week in the office.
For more information, please get in contact.
Thomas Sherwood – Recruitment Consultant.
07442 576 906
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Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led.
Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service
The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
The team: Walsall Council Children’s Social Care has implemented the nationally recognised Family Safeguarding approach to working with whole families to support child protection arrangements. Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary and include professionals from children’s social care, probation services, mental health and domestic abuse The Family Safeguarding approach presents a unique opportunity for multi-disciplinary teams to support whole families with all aspects of delivery reflecting a family-focused approach that prioritises safeguarding for children, young people and adults.
Black Country Women’s Aid service will second Domestic Abuse Victim support to parents/carers of Young People who are open to a Family Safeguarding support intervention. The role will be based within the Family Safeguarding teams and work as part of the multi-disciplinary service to improve outcomes for families.
The aim of the roles is to reduce the impact of Domestic Abuse in parents whose children are being supported through a Family Safeguarding intervention by providing evidence-based outcomes. Collaborative practices between Walsall Council & Black Country Women’s Aid will be enhanced through shared learning & training and developing a best practice model within the service. Job Role Job Title: Domestic Abuse PractitionerPosition available: 1 full-time position (37.5), based in Walsall Salary: £24,310.04 (unqualified) – £26.430.04 (qualified) Closing date: 17 May 2024All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The postholder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will work within the family safeguarding team focusing on providing support to victims of domestic abuse who have been referred from Children's services specifically those on child in need and child protection plans. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Click "Apply" to be emailed information about how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female.
Employment checks
As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks:
Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally.
We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
DBS
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Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led.
Community Services Directorate
Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)
This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service
The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach.
The team: Walsall Council Children’s Social Care has implemented the nationally recognised Family Safeguarding approach to working with whole families to support child protection arrangements. Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary and include professionals from children’s social care, probation services, mental health and domestic abuse The Family Safeguarding approach presents a unique opportunity for multi-disciplinary teams to support whole families with all aspects of delivery reflecting a family-focused approach that prioritises safeguarding for children, young people and adults.
Black Country Women’s Aid service will second Domestic Abuse Victim support to parents/carers of Young People who are open to a Family Safeguarding support intervention. The role will be based within the Family Safeguarding teams and work as part of the multi-disciplinary service to improve outcomes for families.
The aim of the roles is to reduce the impact of Domestic Abuse in parents whose children are being supported through a Family Safeguarding intervention by providing evidence-based outcomes. Collaborative practices between Walsall Council & Black Country Women’s Aid will be enhanced through shared learning & training and developing a best practice model within the service. Job Role Job Title: Domestic Abuse PractitionerPosition available: 1 full-time position (37.5), based in Walsall Salary: £24,310.04 (unqualified) – £26.430.04 (qualified) Closing date: 17 May 2024All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you?
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The postholder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will work within the family safeguarding team focusing on providing support to victims of domestic abuse who have been referred from Children's services specifically those on child in need and child protection plans. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Click "Apply" to be emailed information about how to complete your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions
Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female.
Employment checks
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Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally.
We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you.
DBS
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Bank Support Workers able to support Children and Adults in Oxford.
You Must have Right To Work in the UK.
I am looking for a bank support worker with experience in both childrens and adults care who wants extra hours each week at various locations throughout Oxford.
Working in a range of residential, supported living and community provisions you will be expected to give the upmost care to the adults an children you will be supporting.
Requirements for you as the Support Worker:
Experience in Support Work
Self-motivated Individual
Enhanced Child and Adults DBS
Be able to travel around Oxford in your own vehicle or by public transport.
Benefits for you as the Support Worker:
Pay starting from £12.00 PAYE up to £15.88 UMBRELLA
Holiday Pay 12.07%
Weekly Pay
Pension
Online Timesheets
Online Rotas
Shift Times:
Short shifts, Long Shifts and Waking Nights available.
For more information please contact – Neave Winterbourne
Nwinterbourne@charecruitment.com / 01189485555
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YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK
YOU Must have your own vehicle and a driving licence.
Do you want to make a real difference in people lives? Are you a passionate and engaging Support Worker?
I am recruiting for a housing support worker, who has experience in supporting the homeless.
You will be providing support to clients in the community on a one to one basis
Shifts available:
0900-1700 monday to Friday
Benefits for you as a Support Worker:
PAYE payments starting from £12 + holiday pay
Umbrella payments starting from £15
Full and part time hours available
E-learning training offered via Charles Hunter
Opportunity to work with Leading Care providers
A Dedicated Consultant to you
Weekly pay
You chose when you want to work
To be considered for this Support Worker position, you must have:
Express a passionate and engaging attitude
Enhanced Adult and Child DBS Certificate
Minimum 6months experience working in the social care sector
If this sounds like something of interest to you or if you would like to discuss this role in further detail, I would love to hear from you.
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We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities Team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE A MINIMUM OF 2 YEARS POST QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE IN THE UK AS A SOCIAL WORKER.
About the team
In this team you will work from the Ashford office in Kent and will be working with Children and Families to ensure that the correct care packages are in place as they prepare to become adults. You will be allocated a low diverse caseload and be supported by a very experienced management team.
About you
The ideal candidate will have good experience developing care package as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child. Other relevant experience such as Transitions, learning disabilities and safeguarding will also be helpful in being successful in this role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.
What's on offer?
£42.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Supportive team/ management
Career progression
Great opportunity to enhance your CV and skillset
Parking available onsite
Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Joseph Servaes
0118 948 5555
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We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join a Fostering team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
You’ll be joining a large independent fostering agency, who are committed to delivering high-quality care and services to children and young people. You will be responsible for recruiting, assessing, and monitoring the skills of the foster carers, to ensure that they’re providing a safe and healthy learning environment for the children and young people. Forming strong relationships with local authorities is essential to maximise placements and achieve the best outcomes for children.
About the role
You will need to have a Social Work degree and a minimum of 2 years’ post qualifying experience to be considered for this position. Previous experience within a fostering team is desirable, but not essential. If could also have experience with Looked After Children, Child Protection, Leaving Care and Adoption. Knowledge of Principles of the Children Act, Childcare legislation, guidance and national standards is essential.
What’s on offer?
Salary up to £39,000
27 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days after 4 years’ service)
Monthly car allowance and travel package
Excellent career development
For more information, please get in contact:
Sarah Tomlin – 07425 728375
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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Senior Practitioner
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join the Child Protection and Children In Need Service Team in Enfield.
We are looking for a Senior Practitioner who will be responsible for providing high-quality services to children and young people in need and their families
Main Responsibilities
As a Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for:
Provide expert advice and support to social work colleagues and other professionals.
Contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality services to children and young people in need and their families.
Undertake complex assessments, manage risk and develop and implement care plans.
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the company's policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
Attend and contribute to meetings and case conferences as required.
Requirements:
Degree in Social Work and registered with Social Work England
Enhanced DBS
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Preferably have consistent period of practice in CP/CIN service area
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
If you are interested in the Senior Practitioner role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!....Read more...
Do you want to make a positive difference to vulnerable children and their lives? Are you keen to work with an outstanding provider who offers clear development and progression opportunities? Do you have a passion for personal development?
If you have answered yes to any of the above, then please get in touch as we have an opportunity available with National Charity who specialises in providing Therapeutic care, education and treatment to vulnerable children and young people.
On offer is a fully funded, industry accredited training programme which offers you an excellent career progression into management or as a qualified Child Psychotherapist. My client has a fantastic reputation for nurturing staff and are an industry leader with their in house training programmes.
This is a role where you will be working with one of the most reputable care providers in the area and will benefit from ongoing training and support to ensure you have everything you need to become successful in the role.
Benefits for the Therapeutic Residential Worker include:
Starting salary of £31600
Full-time contract
40 days annual leave
Paid for DBS
Fully funded training
On-going progression opportunities
Pension, maternity and paternity benefits and more!
The unique opportunity to become a qualified child psychotherapist whilst working in children’s home.
Responsibilities of the Therapeutic Residential Worker:
Ensuring to help the children with their emotional, physical and developmental needs.
Display yourself as an appropriate role model
Demonstrate a positive attitude, empathy and resilience
Encourage positive life experiences for the children
Please follow the instructions on this website to apply your interest, or alternatively for more information on this position please contact Alex Day at Charles Hunter Associates on 0118 948 5555
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Young Peoples Advisor at Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Cheshire West and Chester Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
To work with young people aged 16 years – 25 years who are or have been looked after or accommodated by the Local Authority in order to plan their transition to adulthood and assist them to live an independent life in their community.
To carry out the statutory responsibilities and duties for looked after children in line with the Children Act 1989, Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and related regulations.
To identify packages of support for young people living in the community and supervise and monitor the delivery of tasks in accordance with the pathway plan to meet young person’s needs.
To prepare reports and present at 16+ multi-agency accommodation panel, Child protection conferences, planning meetings, multi-agency adults at risk (MAARS) panel and court as required
Essential criteria
NVQ Level 3 in childcare or other relevant professional qualification
A full UK driving license with access to a car.
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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Support Worker required to support in a Adult's Residential Service in Minehead.
You must have Right to Work in the UK.
About the role:
You will be a key part of ensuring the service users are enjoying various different activities, whether that be, going out and about in the car, going out for lunch or going swimming. There is so much opportunity to grow in this role whilst supporting someone to grow themselves and experience new things.
The role will also involve supporting people in their own homes, cooking, cleaning and keeping the space tidy, you may also be supporting with some personal care from time to time.
About you:
A successful candidate will have experience working within the care sector, working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Pay starting from £11.44 per hour PAYE and £14.57 per hour Umbrella
Requirements for you as a Support Worker:
Experience within social care - more than 6 months.
Self-motivated individual with clear communication skills
Enhanced Child and Adults DBS.
Driving license and own care prefferable.
Shift Times for you as a Support Worker:
Monday - Sunday.
Various shift patterns.
Full or Part Time available.
Flexible Hours.
Benefits for you as a Support Worker:
Holiday Pay 12.07%
E-learning training paid for by CHA
Designated consultant to guide you through the hiring process
Weekly Pay
Amazing opportnity to change vunerable adult's lives.
For more information please contact – Flora Waterhouse at fwaterhouse@charecruitment.com or call 01189485555....Read more...
Family Conference Co-ordinator
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Family Conference Co-ordinator in Huntingdon
As a Family Conference Co-ordinator you will work across Peterborough and Cambridgeshire and will manage the Family Group Conference with the aim of supporting families to devise plans for children subject to child protection plans and court proceedings.
Main Responsibilities
As a Family Conference Co-ordinator you will be responsible for:
Take responsibility for all referrals for a Family Group Conference from the various teams within timescales.
To visit family members across Peterborough to outline the Family Group Conference process and negotiate the attendance of a family wide network (which may include significant others, such as friends or community networks).
Responsible for organising venues in the community across Peterborough inviting all family members, significant others, and the relevant professional to attend the Family Group Conference.
Prepare relevant professionals for the meeting and assist them in producing written information for the family which is clear and concise and provides information about concerns and potential resources.
Requirements:
Enhanced DBS
Full UK Driving Licence
Educated to Level 3 and have practical experience of working in a related field
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll service twice a week
If you are interested in the Family Conference Co-ordinator role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!....Read more...
