Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK
I am currently looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to work alongside a very experienced Service Manager for a Supported Living provider for adults with learning disabilities and Challenging behaviours based in Hemel Hempstead and Stevenage. The Team Leader will split their time between care work (1 shift) and managerial duties (4 days) so you will have a fantastic blend of responsibilities.
This is a great chance for Senior Support to take the next step within their social care career.
The Deputy Manager must have:
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
Experience at Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in a supported living service
Strong understanding of learning disabilities, autism, supported living services, CQC and relevant legislation
Positive attitude, motivating managerial style and focus on delivering high quality care
What’s in it for you:
A fantastic annual salary of £25,000 - £27,000
40 hour working week contract.
Working pattern of 4 days in the office and 1 day within the services
9am-5pm core working hours. (Must be flexible to the needs of the service)
Full training provided to ensure you succeed within the role
If this sounds like your next career move, please apply!
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Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK
I am currently looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to work alongside a very experienced Service Manager for a Supported Living provider for adults with learning disabilities and Challenging behaviours based in Hemel Hempstead and Stevenage. The Team Leader will split their time between care work (1 shift) and managerial duties (4 days) so you will have a fantastic blend of responsibilities.
This is a great chance for Senior Support to take the next step within their social care career.
The Deputy Manager must have:
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
Experience at Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in a supported living service
Strong understanding of learning disabilities, autism, supported living services, CQC and relevant legislation
Positive attitude, motivating managerial style and focus on delivering high quality care
What’s in it for you:
A fantastic annual salary of £25,000 - £27,000
40 hour working week contract.
Working pattern of 4 days in the office and 1 day within the services
9am-5pm core working hours. (Must be flexible to the needs of the service)
Full training provided to ensure you succeed within the role
If this sounds like your next career move, please apply!
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Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK. This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK
I am currently looking to recruit a Deputy Manager to work alongside a very experienced Service Manager for a Supported Living provider for adults with learning disabilities and Challenging behaviours based in North London Finchley. The Team Leader will split their time between care work (1 shift) and managerial duties (4 days) so you will have a fantastic blend of responsibilities.
This is a great chance for Senior Support to take the next step within their social care career.
The Deputy Manager must have:
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care
Experience at Deputy Manager, Senior Support Worker or Team Leader in a supported living service
Strong understanding of learning disabilities, autism, supported living services, CQC and relevant legislation
Positive attitude, motivating managerial style and focus on delivering high quality care
What’s in it for you:
A fantastic annual salary of £27,000
40 hour working week contract.
Working pattern of 4 days in the office and 1 day within the services
9am-5pm core working hours. (Must be flexible to the needs of the service)
Full training provided to ensure you succeed within the role
If this sounds like your next career move, please apply!
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We are currently recruiting for a Children’s Social Worker to join a Children in Care and Leaving Care Team in Berkshire.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience
About the team
The team works to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people who are either in care or are leaving care. Working collaboratively with other Social Work Professionals, Personal Advisors and connected services is important to ensure the best outcomes are met for young people. Creating trusting relationships with children and young people in foster care, kinship care, residential placements and semi-independent living is imperative.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience working in an Adult’s Social Work setting are essential for this position. Previous experience with children in care, leaving care or frontline safeguarding work lends well to the success of this position.
What’s on offer?
£35.00 per hour umbrella rate (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
“Good” Ofsted inspection result for the Children in Care Service
Easily accessible via driving or public transport
Parking available/ nearby
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555
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Do want you to be part of a team where you feel valued and celebrate ongoing success !
Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an associate recruitment consultant to join our well-established Social Work Division.
This is a well-established desk, so the ability to build relationships within the social care sector is key, with both Clients and potential candidates. You may not have recruitment experience, but you may have a wealth of experience in the social care Sector. Key is you have the drive and passion to succeed.
You will be joining a great team of both trainee and experienced consultants, who achieve a great work life balance and celebrate ongoing success in their field.
About You:
You’re Driven to achieve results.
You’re ambitious and looking for a way to accelerate your career.
You want an employer who is as committed to you as you are to them.
You want to work in a challenging environment with a fun and family-orientated culture.
You don’t need recruitment experience, just a real drive to succeed.
Customer service experience in a Call Centre/Retail environment is desirable.
The Serious Details:
Basic Salary of £25,000 with the potential to fast track to £28,000
Great commission structure.
Flexible & Hybrid working plus early finish on a Friday.
Lancashire MIND well being coaching sessions.
30 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day per each year of service up to 5 years.
In-house Training Academy with access to tailored courses
We offer limitless progression opportunities.
The Sociable stuff:
Monthly & quarterly awards ceremonies with free grub and refreshments.
Quarterly lunch clubs for award winners.
Black tie annual awards ceremony, including a 3-course meal and entertainment.
Team nights out, competitions and incentives.
Recreational break out area with pool table and care simulator.
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Service Care Solutions are seeking four Child and Family Practitioners, one for each locality, for Walsall Council, to support expectant parents in preparing for parenthood and navigating the challenges after birth. The role involves providing practical and emotional support to both mothers and fathers, with a focus on delivering parenting interventions. You'll collaborate closely with social workers to identify and address needs and mitigate risks for families. This is a 6-Month contract with a view to be extended.
Locations:West – Ilmington House, Crescent Road, Wednesbury, WS10 8AENorth - 106 Essington Rd, Willenhall WV12 5EXSouth and Central - Birchills Street,Walsall WS2 8NG.East - Silver Court, Brownhills, Walsall, WS8 6HA
Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week
Pay: £16.26 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Working directly with expectant parents to prepare them for parenthood.
Providing practical and emotional support to parents, both before and after birth.
Collaborating with social workers to mitigate risks and address identified needs.
Delivering parenting interventions and therapeutic support as needed.
Welcoming candidates with experience in working with expectant parents or small children, as well as additional training in trauma or ACEs.
Requirements:
Experience in delivering parenting interventions or working with expectant parents or small children.
Ability to provide practical and emotional support to parents.
Collaboration skills to work effectively with social workers.
Additional training or experience in trauma or ACEs is a plus.
Children, Young People & Families Practitioner qualification or substantial relevant experience.
A Level 3 qualification or equivalent vocational qualifications in relevant fields.
Training in evidence-based programs such as Parenting, Mediation, or Trauma-Informed Practice is desirable.
If you are interested or know of anyone who may be, please contact Kat at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email me at kat.shah@servicecare.org.uk.
Working with Kat at 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
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...
Registered Manager
Location: Chelmsford, London
Salary: £30k - £40k + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time
The Client:
Our client is a reputable home care services provider, offers support to individuals across all age groups, addressing diverse needs including dementia, learning, and physical disabilities.
The Role:
As a Registered Manager, you will collaborate with senior management to define and achieve the branchs objectives.
Responsibilities:
* Enhance and oversee operating and quality assurance processes.
* Monitor plan performance and provide reports to senior management.
* Manage the branch budget and ensure financial practices comply with regulations.
* Lead, motivate, and manage staff to foster communication and teamwork.
* Implement effective staff management and development strategies.
* Oversee service user needs assessment and care planning.
* Coordinate care plan reviews with health or social care professionals.
* Ensure the branch complies with Health and Safety standards.
* Maintain awareness of regulatory and service user needs.
* Act as the chief spokesperson, maintaining good relations with stakeholders and promoting the organisation's mission and accomplishments.
Requirements:
Essential:
* Previously worked as a Registered Manager or in a similar role.
* Minimum 2 years senior management experience in Health & Social Care.
* NVQ Level 5 in care.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Dedicated to diversity and equality, aligned with the organisations mission and values.
* Self-motivated with the ability to lead a diverse team.
Desirable:
* Degree-level education or equivalent.
* Skilled in ICT.
* Experience or willingness to learn budget management.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* 28 days holidays
* Company pension
* Company events
* Casual dress
* Free parking
* Overtime availability
* Funded training, DBS and QCF qualifications
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Keywords: Registered Manager, Home Manager, Care Manager, home care manager, Adult, Disability, Autism, ASD, childern
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Personal Advisor with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council.
Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
To take responsibility on a day to day basis for your individual caseload as allocated by the Team Leader(s) (Leaving Care Services) and to liaise closely with Pathway Coordinators, district based social workers and other service providers for Leaving Care and Young Homeless.
To take day to day responsibility as a Personal Advisor to young people where allocated this task in line with responsibilities laid down in the Children (Leaving Care) Act.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
Essential Criteria
Must be a car user and Own a car
Must hold previous experience within previous Leaving Care Position
NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People, or Equivalent
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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A luxury care home in northern Aberdeen is now looking for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) with some elderly care experience to join the team in a Care Assistant role.Right by the banks of the River Don, this care home was purpose-built to provide nursing, dementia and respite care that puts the person first. Residents are offered a deluxe and comfortable home that has research-based, memory-friendly techniques built in – making it easy to enjoy delicious restaurant-style dining, beautiful gardens, cosy private and social spaces, and a packed entertainment programme.As a Care Assistant, you will assist with the residents’ needs and provide direct support and companionship, helping to maintain a homey and comfortable environment for the residents. Specific opportunities include:
Night Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour, 34.5 hours per week. Night shifts only.Bank Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour. You’ll have the option to pick up shifts ad hoc when it best suits you.
Permanent roles come with a £500 sign-on bonus* as awarm welcome to the team, and you can take advantage of further learning and development opportunities down the line (including progression to Team Leader and Deputy Manager positions). With one of the sector’s best employee packages on offer, you’ll be well-set for a fulfilling and rewarding career in care. Person specification:
(Essential) Some previous experience as a Care Assistant in an elderly care setting(Essential) A compassionate approach and an interest in helping vulnerable people(Essential) Willingness to help with personal care tasks(Desirable) A Level 2 or 3 (SCQF Level 6 or 7) qualification in a health / social care subject
Extras (permanent and bank roles):
Free on-site parkingFree uniform provided
Benefits package (permanent roles):
£500 sign-on bonus* (*T&Cs apply)Company pension schemeExtensive range of holiday, retail, and leisure discountsFree learning & development opportunitiesUnlimited access to Refer a Friend bonus schemeHealth & wellbeing supportRecognition and reward schemesMonthly staff lottery offering cash prizesAnd more!....Read more...
A luxury care home in northern Aberdeen is now looking for a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) with some elderly care experience to join the team in a Care Assistant role.Right by the banks of the River Don, this care home was purpose-built to provide nursing, dementia and respite care that puts the person first. Residents are offered a deluxe and comfortable home that has research-based, memory-friendly techniques built in – making it easy to enjoy delicious restaurant-style dining, beautiful gardens, cosy private and social spaces, and a packed entertainment programme.As a Care Assistant, you will assist with the residents’ needs and provide direct support and companionship, helping to maintain a homey and comfortable environment for the residents. Specific opportunities include:
Night Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour, 34.5 hours per week. Night shifts only.Bank Care Assistant - £12.20 per hour. You’ll have the option to pick up shifts ad hoc when it best suits you.
Permanent roles come with a £500 sign-on bonus* as awarm welcome to the team, and you can take advantage of further learning and development opportunities down the line (including progression to Team Leader and Deputy Manager positions). With one of the sector’s best employee packages on offer, you’ll be well-set for a fulfilling and rewarding career in care. Person specification:
(Essential) Some previous experience as a Care Assistant in an elderly care setting(Essential) A compassionate approach and an interest in helping vulnerable people(Essential) Willingness to help with personal care tasks(Desirable) A Level 2 or 3 (SCQF Level 6 or 7) qualification in a health / social care subject
Extras (permanent and bank roles):
Free on-site parkingFree uniform provided
Benefits package (permanent roles):
£500 sign-on bonus* (*T&Cs apply)Company pension schemeExtensive range of holiday, retail, and leisure discountsFree learning & development opportunitiesUnlimited access to Refer a Friend bonus schemeHealth & wellbeing supportRecognition and reward schemesMonthly staff lottery offering cash prizesAnd more!....Read more...
Administrator
Job Summary
A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Administrator to join Gloucestershire County Council's Blue Badge team in Adult Social Care based in Gloucester. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support to the team and ensuring the smooth running of the service. This is a 3-month initial role
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the Blue Badge team in Adult Social Care
Ensure the smooth running of the service
Assist with the coordination of appointments and meetings
Collate and distribute relevant information to team members
Handle telephone and email enquiries in a professional manner
Maintain accurate records and databases
Undertake general administrative duties as required
Requirements
Previous experience in an administrative role
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Basic DBS check may be required
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Administrator role and meet the requirements, please send your CV
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Residential Practitioner
Children's Residential Homes
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Practitioner to join a supportive team within a Children's Residential Home in Leeds. As a Residential Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing care and support to children in residential child care, ensuring that they are loved, happy, healthy, safe from harm and able to develop, thrive and fulfil their potential.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
Assist children in residential child care to develop behaviourally, educationally and emotionally
Foster positive relationships with children and staff in the home
Support children's emotional, mental and physical health needs
Work with the wider system of professionals for each child, and with children's families and communities of origin
Provide a safe, stimulating and loving environment for children
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience of working with young people who may have emotional/behavioural difficulties
Competency in the use of IT equipment and software
Ability to manage complex and challenging behaviour in an assertive, restorative and sensitive manner
Ability to work flexibly, including unsociable hours and shifts on a rota basis, including weekend and bank holiday working
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Ensuring confidentiality in the management of information in line with Data Protection responsibilities
Engaging with the supervision and appraisal process
Undertaking other duties appropriate to the post
Providing compassionate and person-centered care tailored to the individual needs of the children and young people
Managing complex and challenging behaviour in an assertive, restorative and sensitive manner
Supporting young people on outings and accessing the community
Providing appropriate levels of personal care for children and young people with disabilities and complex needs
Apply Now
If you are passionate about working with children and young people and making a positive difference in their lives, then this is the job for you. Apply now to become a Residential Practitioner and join this company's team at the Children's Residential Homes in Leeds.
If you would be interested in this role or any similar roles please do not hesitate to contact Emily @ Service Care on 01772 208964 or email emily.bentley@servicecare.org.ukBenefits of working for Emily @ Service Care Solutions:
A specialist, dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact
Exceptional referral bonuses
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge.
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
You will be joining an innovative and creative team who work together with children, young people, and their families in conjunction with a range of professionals to create outcome focused, child-centred plans. This team supports children and young people who have complex needs associated with their disability and work closely with adult services colleagues to ensure a smooth and seamless transition into adulthood.
The role will include ongoing case management and risk monitoring undertaking of a variety of assessments and the implementation and review of care and support plans.
About the role
You will need a Social Work degree to be considered for this position, and previous experience within a Children’s Social Work team is essential. You might also have experience with Children in Need, Child Protection, or Safeguarding.
What’s on offer?
Salary up to £38,223 (Depending on experience)
Generous annual leave starting at 27 days.
Training and career development opportunities
Hybrid working opportunities.
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
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Charles Hunter Associates are looking for a Fostering Social Worker to join their Team.
To apply for this role, you must have a Social Work Bachelor’s Degree and is Registered with Social Work England.
About the team:
The Team is looking for an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join on a Locum basis. The aim of the role is to supervise and support a caseload of foster carers, ensuring a high service provided and they have the necessary skills and knowledge to care for children effectively. You will be working alongside a stable and supportive management Team.
This is for an Independent Fostering Agency.
About you:
The successful candidate will be a passionate and dedicated professional, with a strong working knowledge of Children Social Work Legislation and 2 years of post-qualification experience.
It would be beneficial for you to have experience within a Fostering role.
What’s on offer?
Competitive hourly rate of up to £35.00 per hour.
Opportunity to enhance your skillsets and CV.
Introduction Training provided.
Supportive Management Team with regular Supervisions.
Hybrid working.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Recruitment Consultant
ggordon@charecruitment.com
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We are looking for an Adults Social Worker to join an Older Adults Team
THIS ROLE REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION WITH A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS POST QUALIFIED EXPERIENCE
About you
You will be an enthusiastic and committed Social Worker with substantial knowledge in an Adults setting. You will have knowledge of key legislation as you will be working in accordance with it. It is also essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). A valid Social Work England registration is required. Full UK driving license is preferred.
About the team
This team’s priority is improving the quality of life for older people. The team supports older adults, people 65+, involving working with service users who require unplanned reviews of their existing care packages or people who have been referred by the Advice and Well Being Hub. You will work closely with individuals and help them achieve goals by creating pathways that will best help them achieve this.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour
Hybrid Working
A supportive team and manager
Easily accessible via car or public transport
Parking onsite/nearby
For more information, please get in contact.
Leon Kahara - Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Family Support team as their Team Manager.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES
About the role
You’ll be joining a team who are developing their services to best support a bespoke strength-based approach. You will be required to manage and develop an effective delivery of services to the Children, Young People and their Families.
You will play a key part in ensuring the present and future effectiveness of Social Services within the Council, and specifically in relation to the development of an identified area of service in line with the relevant Divisional/Directorate Council Plans and Strategies, national standards, and statutory and legislative requirements.
About the team
You will need a masters degree in Social Work to be considered with extensive post-qualifying experience within Children’s Social Work, or, Child Protection, Safeguarding, Children in Need and an understanding of Therapeutic Parenting would be desirable. An advanced level of knowledge in one or more of the areas of practice, and significant experience within management is essential.
What’s on offer?
Generous salary on offer
Flexible working arrangements
A people-focused, friendly, and welcoming team environment
Excellent annual leave
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Intake and Assessment team as their Team Manager.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES
About the role
You’ll be joining a team who are developing their services to best support a bespoke strength-based approach. You will be required to manage and develop an effective delivery of services to the Children, Young People and their Families.
You will play a key part in ensuring the present and future effectiveness of Social Services within the Council, and specifically in relation to the development of an identified area of service in line with the relevant Divisional/Directorate Council Plans and Strategies, national standards, and statutory and legislative requirements.
About the team
You will need a masters degree in Social Work to be considered with extensive post-qualifying experience within Children’s Social Work, or, Child Protection, Safeguarding, Children in Need and an understanding of Therapeutic Parenting would be desirable. An advanced level of knowledge in one or more of the areas of practice, and significant experience within management is essential.
What’s on offer?
Generous salary on offer
Flexible working arrangements
A people-focused, friendly, and welcoming team environment
Excellent annual leave
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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Personal Advisor
Job Title: Personal Advisor
Location: Tiverton
Salary: £17 umbrella an hour
Duration: Initially 3 months
Hours: 37 hours a week
About the Company
Devon County Council is committed to supporting and improving the life chances of young people living in and leaving local authority care. They are dedicated to promoting and improving their life chances, safety, accommodation needs, education and employment, finance and independence skills.
About the Role
The Personal Advisor will be responsible for providing high quality and effective social care support to young people and young adults. The successful candidate will have a natural ability to develop trusting and supportive relationships with young people between the ages of 16-25 years who are living in or leaving care. As a Personal Advisor, you will manage and monitor a workload of cases as directed, and ensure that statutory and service responsibilities are undertaken within timescales.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high quality and effective social care support to young people and young adults
Develop trusting and supportive relationships with young people between the ages of 16-25 years who are living in or leaving care
Manage and monitor a workload of cases as directed
Ensure that statutory and service responsibilities are undertaken within timescales
Identify the needs of young people, families and carers
Implement service plans on the basis of assessed needs
Requirements
Experience of direct work with young people, families and carers
Knowledge of applicable legislation including the Children Act (1989), The Children Leaving Care Act (2000) and have a sound understanding of child and adolescent development and the particular difficulties and disadvantages associated with transition to adulthood for children in care
A flexible approach to working hours
Willingness to travel around the county and to other parts of the country when required
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Personal Advisor role, please apply now with your CV
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Currently looking for a Childrens Practice Manager in Greater Manchester
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
The Family Support and Protection Service team work with children and their families from Child In Need to Care Proceedings. The team are working towards a family safeguarding way of working. All staff benefit from supportive training and development opportunities, as well as the work life balance scheme.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years’ post qualified experience is essential for this role. You will be responsible for providing leadership and management of a Social Work team, ensuring the service is effective and making a difference to the children, young people and their families lives.
What's on offer?
£46ph umbrella rate (PAYE payment options available also)
Training and Development Opportunities
For more information, please get in contact
Sophia Garner - Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555
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A brilliant new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Care Leader to work in an exceptional care home based in the Wantage, Oxfordshire area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This care home offers compassionate, individualised residential, early-stage dementia and respite care to its residents
**To be considered for this position you must hold an NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health & Social Care**
As a Care Leader your key responsibilities include:
Manage rotas ensuring these are used to the best effect for the physical, social and emotional care of residents and effective running of the establishment
Ensure that team members understand and endorse the Trust values
Responsibility for clear lines of communication ensuring employees is fully conversant with their duties
Support and participate in any training requirements
Take appropriate action to remedy any unsatisfactory employee performance, recording any significant action
Ensure all medications, including controlled drugs are administered, recorded, maintained and replenished at all times in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Ability to undertake day to day running of home under direction of the manager
A proven record in care of the elderly and a desire to provide excellence of care through skilled team management
Experience of risk assessment, care plans and reviews
Ability to liaise with other care/health professionals, supervision
Ability to form positive relationships with colleagues and build supportive teams
The successful Care Leader will receive an excellent salary of £14.29 per hour and the annual salary is £23,778.56 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 32 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
A Company pension
Free uniform
Free DBS
Higher rates of pay at weekends
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Care Worker Charity membership for well being and financial aid
Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
Reference ID: 6376
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Support Planner
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Support Planner on behalf of Islington Council.
About the Role
The Support Planner will be responsible for supporting disabled children and young people who have a Social Worker supported by the Disabled Children's Social Work Team. This role will also include supporting social workers to further develop their practice skills regarding support planning for disabled children through modelling good practice.
The Support Planner will devise and assist the Disabled Children Team social workers to develop support plans in line with needs, goals and outcomes identified in C&F single assessments and CIN Reviews using personal budgets. They will also work closely with members of the Direct Payments Team to ensure families are supported and advised to access employment advice and advice regarding direct payment arrangements and pre-paid cards.
Key Responsibilities
Support disabled children and young people who have a Social Worker supported by the Disabled Children's Social Work Team
Support social workers to further develop their practice skills regarding support planning for disabled children through modelling good practice
Devise and assist the Disabled Children Team social workers to develop support plans in line with needs, goals and outcomes identified in C&F single assessments and CIN Reviews using personal budgets
Work closely with members of the Direct Payments Team to ensure families are supported and advised to access employment advice and advice regarding direct payment arrangements and pre-paid cards
Requirements
Experience working with disabled children and young people
Knowledge of support planning for disabled children
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong organisational and time management skills
How to Apply
Please apply by sending your up to date CV via email to Ashley.Brown@servicecare.org.uk or call the office on 01772 208 964. ....Read more...
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
This teams goal is to maintain a child-centred approach, fundamental to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child. You will need to support the team, and liaise with other Supervising Social Workers, in the development of the service including recruitment, development and retention of foster carers.
You will be responsible for a small caseload of families as directed by the Registered Manager, undergoing a high standard of regular, on-going support and supervision.
About the role
You will need a degree in Social Work to be considered for this role, with an extensive knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection. Previous experience within Children in Need, Fostering, Adoption, Looked After Children and Leaving Care would also be desirable. It is essential you have a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.
What’s on offer?
Generous salary of £40,000 per annum
28 days annual leave (Plus bank holidays)
Training and career development opportunities
Home-working
Out of hours pay
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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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 will be working for a not-for-profit organisation, responsible for providing a service to foster carers, adopters, children, and young people. You will ensure the best outcomes for children is achieved at all times, alongside the organisations policies and procedures.
You must provide customised Social Work support to a cohort of foster carers and/or adopters to ensure they provide a safe and secure environment for children. Other responsibilities will include completing Form F Assessments, attend relevant meetings, regular supervisory visits and partake in the Duty System.
About the role
You will need to have a Social Work degree and previous experience within Fostering is a necessity. A background in Adoption, Child Protection, Children in Need, Looked After Children, or Leaving Care would also be considered. Experience of undertaking assessments is essential.
What’s on offer?
Salary up to £42,000
26 days annual leave
Learning and Development opportunities
Pension scheme
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact:
Sarah Tomlin – 07425 728375
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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Family Support Worker
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Teams in Northampton.
We are looking for a Family Support Worker to undertake direct work with children and families, around behaviour management, routines, and boundaries, supervising contact, transporting children, direct work with children. This role requires being in the office full time.
Main Responsibilities
As a Family Support Worker, you will be responsible for:
To attend planning reviews, meetings and visits with colleagues an relevant professional staff as necessary in order to assist the analysis of requirements and to plan appropriate care programmes for service users.
To provide assistance to service users in the planning and evaluation of the work undertaken on their behalf, carrying out corporate parenting activities for children and young people where required, in order to increase families’ levels of self-sufficiency, competence and facilitate independence from social service support
Supporting social workers in interventions / assessment
Requirements:
Experience working with Children and Families
Enhanced DBS
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 Family Support Worker 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...
I'm looking for an experienced children's social worker to join Leicester City Council in their Children in Need Team.
Children in NeedIdeally need people that have been qualified for at least 2 years. Also need people with experience of doing court work and child protection as this is their most pressured area as over 50% of their workforce are newly qualified workers. Its hybrid working, Leicester like teams in on a Tues and Weds but will be up to the Team manager if any other days. Caseload will be approx. 20. Locums park where all staff park in local car parks and claim back their parking expense.
Main Role Responsibilities
Undertake statutory visits to children in care and who are placed in a variety of settings, including Foster and Residential Placements along with Placements at home with family.
Manage casework including Court Proceedings, preparing Court reports, statements, care plans evidence and giving evidence in Court.
Complete a variety of system work including risks assessments, review reports, care/pathway plans, case recordings and essential paperwork.
Undertake direct work, along with Life story work with children and young people to support their understanding of their journey and to achieve permanency
Social workers are essential professionals in family group conferences, leading care management meetings and attending wider service/statutory meetings.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this role please submit your CV via email to oscar.morgan@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964 to discuss the role with me directly.....Read more...