Myopia Consultant – South West England14-Month Maternity Cover | Starting August 2025
Zest Optical are offering an exciting opportunity for a Myopia Consultant to join a market leader in the optical industry on a 14-month maternity cover contract. In this newly created role, you’ll drive awareness and adoption of myopia management solutions across South West England, partnering with eyecare professionals and NHS networks to influence the future of vision care.
About the Role
As a Myopia Consultant, you’ll be at the forefront of clinical engagement and education. You’ll work closely with optometrists, dispensing opticians, and ophthalmologists to embed myopia management into daily clinical routines.
Whether delivering CPD-accredited sessions, leading interactive workshops, or strengthening partnerships in practice and hospital settings, you’ll play a key role in shaping how myopia is managed across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the regional subject matter expert on myopia management.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Professional Services teams.
Deliver engaging training programs—clinical, technical, and soft skills—for qualified eyecare professionals and support staff.
Plan and facilitate CPD events, workshops, and regional education evenings.
Create tailored educational materials and support tools for partner practices.
Help practices integrate myopia management into their core services.
Foster strong clinical relationships with NHS ophthalmologists to drive collaboration and adoption.
Requirements
Qualified as a CLO, DO, or Optometrist
Field-based optical sales or training experience (preferred)
Self-motivated, with strong time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Salary & Benefits
Base salary: £40,000 – £45,000
Performance-based bonus scheme
Company car and full benefits package
Ready to shape the future of myopia care? Apply now to take a leading role in advancing myopia management across South West England.....Read more...
Sirona Medical's Social Work department is currently seeking a qualified and motivated Social Worker to join the Mental Health team on an permanent basis.About Us The Sirona Medical Social Work department is a leading provider of social work services within the healthcare sector. We are dedicated to offering compassionate and high-quality care to Children/Adults and their families.As part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you will have access to locum and permanent opportunities nationwide. Sirona Medical Social Work department recruit Social Workers, ranging from entry-level positions to Head of Service.Position Overview We are currently looking for a qualified and motivated Social Worker to join our agency at Sirona Medical Social Work department. The Mental Health Social Care Team (MHSCT) forms part of Adult Social Care within the Royal Borough of Kingston (RBK). We are one of the two specialist teams within Adult Social Care. Our main functions are under the Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. We work with adults whose primary need is their mental health. Our other areas of responsibility include working with people with autism, and those with drug/alcohol issues. We also have responsibility for young people transitioning into adulthood and thereby from children to adult services. We work closely with our colleagues in NHS mental health teams, and on mental health wards, as well as partners in primary care as well as a wide range of partnership organisation across the community. The team is a large and enthusiastic group of professionals dealing with a diverse and fascinating portfolio of responsibilities. Interest in the work and enthusiasm are among the qualities we would value in the successful applicant. The team incorporates the Royal Borough's AMHP service.. We are based on the site of Tolworth Hospital and operate a hybrid working model of working from home, and working in the office. We are a large, friendly and supportive team, including a manager and a deputy manager, and ably supported by business support colleagues. You will undertake assessments and reviews, and work in partnership across organisational boundaries with NHS colleagues in mental health teams and on wards, as well as colleagues in a range of partnership organisations. You will receive support and supervision from one of the senior practitioners in the team, and will also provide supervision of social workers. They must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing skills. Good IT skills will be an advantage. Knowledge and experience of mental health, autism, and drug and alcohol problems in a statutory setting are essential. QualificationsBA Honors or Master’s Degree in Social WorkSocial Work England RegistrationEligibility to work in the UKExperienced in safeguarding, and assessments under the Care Act 2014, and the Mental Capacity Act.knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and guidance, and experience of working with mental health. You will provide case management of complex cases under the Care Act 2014, and safeguarding, including taking cases to the Court of Protection.The successful candidate will progress towards AMHP training as part of their career progression pathway and will receive a £1000 welcome payment. Why Join Us? Working within the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated team from your own designated compliance officer, Recruitment Consultant and seamless payroll team. We offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career.How to Apply If you are a qualified social worker looking to make a positive impact in the lives of Children and Families and Vulnerable Adults, apply today to become part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department. Please submit your CV and cover letter to socialwork@sirona-medical.co.uk or call on 0208 050 2999 If you are actively seeking work but this role does not align to your experience, please do not hesitate to contact one of the consultants at Sirona Medical Social Work department and one of our consultants would love to speak to you!Please note that Sirona Medical Social Work department do not offer sponsorship opportunities.....Read more...
Applications are invited from committed and experienced Registered Nurses, Social Workers or Allied Health Professionals with current or recent Safeguarding experience to join the Adult Safeguarding Team as Specialist Practitioner / Investigating Officer on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.You will be working directly with adults at risk and their families within at least one of the arenas of; Mental Health & Learning Disability, Community Health & Social Care or Hospital & Acute. Reporting to the Head of Adult Safeguarding, as one of three Safeguarding Practitioners you will;- work within a multi-agency specialist safeguarding team, made up of staff with a range of core professional backgrounds- undertake statutory functions related to adult safeguarding including attending a weekly Multi-agency Safeguarding Referral Decision Hub, undertaking Duty to Inquire visits and undertaking formal safeguarding investigations.- provide expert advice on safeguarding issues, policies, procedures, and practice to ensure safeguarding is seen as a priority within all aspects of working practice- to ensure diversity within the role, you will support with peer supervision and the delivering and facilitating of safeguarding training alongside other appropriate and applicable training to both colleagues and other professionals.Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scale.The current Band 7 salary range is £55,578 to £73,085 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 36% evening/Saturday and 72% Sunday/BH.Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS or UK Local Authority service for annual leave and sick leave.The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britain's finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbour town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.The States of Guernsey delivers a diverse range of healthcare; their Safeguarding service ensures excellent care, supported by Practitioners recruited to a very high standard.Person requirements: - Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Professional with full UK professional registration, as applicable.- Post-qualification training in Adult Safeguarding- An in-depth understanding of the statutory processes, regulations, and guidance to support the safeguarding and protection of adults. - Current or recent senior Band 6 UK experience in a Safeguarding role- The ability to advocate for vulnerable adults and ensure that they have a meaningful voice, are listened to, and are involved in planning services and have individual packages of care. - Previous experience of chairing meetings. - Previous experience in leading safeguarding adult / Adult Protection Investigations - Be prepared to work in an evolving Adult Safeguarding Team, demonstrating flexibility in a changing working environment. - Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a local multi-agency partnership to deliver effective safeguarding. - Experience in developing policies, procedures, and protocols relating to vulnerable adults, and their families.- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with complex and challenging situations in a calm and diplomatic manner. - Experienced providing training and supervision for less experienced social workers, support workers and student social workers- Be in possession of a clean and current car driving licence; own vehicle required, (mileage expensed at full rate)The benefits of working in Guernsey include: - A higher-than-UK salary. - An annual bonus of £1,605 - A flat rate 20% income tax. - No Council tax or VAT - A relocation payment of £5,000*- A generous allowance for private rental accommodation* - A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low. *Full T&C in relocation directive For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.....Read more...
There are plenty of Qualified Social Worker opportunities available in the South West.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)
As a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker, you will ideally have knowledge or experience in the following teams:
Child Protection
Safeguarding
Fostering
Adoption
Children in Care
Children in Need
Referral & Assessment/Duty
Leaving Care
MASH
Children with Disabilities
Hospital Discharge
Mental Health
Learning Disabilities
Transitions
Safeguarding
Locality
Different types of organisations are always looking, including:
Local Authorities
Private organisations
Charities
Multiple levels of positions are available, including:
ASYE Social Worker
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker/Senior Practitioner
Principal Social Worker/Advanced Practitioner/Deputy Manager
Consultant Social Worker
Team Manager/Practice Manager
These positions could vary from full-time to part-time and home-based to office-based but there are many great opportunities to develop your career within Social Work. Alternatively, if these are not for you, get in touch and I will aim to find the ideal opportunity for you!
Requirements of the Social Worker/Manager:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)
Registered with Social Work England
Working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant
Please note: Interviews can be held prior to the closing date so if you are interested, please get in contact ASAP in order to not miss out on the opportunity
Location: South West England
Salaries: Dependent on experience
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Jamil Olweny - 07587031098 or jolweny@charecruitment.com
If this role is not what you are looking for, but you are looking to make a move within Social Work, get in touch, as we have many other opportunities!
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
There are plenty of Qualified Social Worker opportunities available in Yorkshire & Lincolnshire.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)
As a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker, you will ideally have knowledge or experience in the following teams:
Child Protection
Safeguarding
Fostering
Adoption
Children in Care
Children in Need
Referral & Assessment/Duty
Leaving Care
MASH
Children with Disabilities
Hospital Discharge
Mental Health
Learning Disabilities
Transitions
Safeguarding
Locality
Different types of organisations are always looking, including:
Local Authorities
Private organisations
Charities
Multiple levels of positions are available, including:
ASYE Social Worker
Social Worker
Senior Social Worker/Senior Practitioner
Principal Social Worker/Advanced Practitioner/Deputy Manager
Consultant Social Worker
Team Manager/Practice Manager
These positions could vary from full-time to part-time and home-based to office-based but there are many great opportunities to develop your career within Social Work. Alternatively, if these are not for you, get in touch and I will aim to find the ideal opportunity for you!
Requirements of the Social Worker/Manager:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)
Registered with Social Work England
Working knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and frameworks relevant
Please note: Interviews can be held prior to the closing date so if you are interested, please get in contact ASAP in order to not miss out on the opportunity
Location: Yorkshire & Lincolnshire
Salaries: Dependent on experience
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Jamil Olweny - 07587031098 or jolweny@charecruitment.com
If this role is not what you are looking for, but you are looking to make a move within Social Work, get in touch, as we have many other opportunities!
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
Attend the pupils’ personal needs and implement related personal programmes includingsocial, health, medical, physical, hygiene, and basic first aid and welfare matters. This willinclude toileting and other personal needs assistance including intimate care procedures.• Establish good working relationships with an understanding of pupils, acting as a role modeland being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs. On occasion, the postholder may be expected to implement specific management strategies which may includephysical intervention following school procedures and guidelines.• Provide support for pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plansand personal care programmes.• Promote the inclusion of all pupils.• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.• Support the communication needs of the pupil including the use of Makaton, symbols andany other appropriate strategies.• Encourage pupils to act as independently as appropriate.• Responsible for following feeding programmes, ensuring that food and drink are suitablyprepared and administered appropriately i.e. oral feeding or through gastro line.• Where required administer medicines including emergency medicine (e.g. rectally/ orally) inorder to safeguard pupil’s immediate wellbeing, undertake the safe operation of medicalsupport equipment such as nebuliser, oxygen and suction equipment.• Responsible for using appropriate handling equipment, lift and hoist pupils in and out ofwheelchairs, standing frames etc. Where necessary, and required, ensure that pupils areappropriately fitted with body braces, helmets and other personal safety gear.
Support for the Teacher• Prepare classroom as directed for activities and clear afterwards and assist with the displayof pupils work.• Undertake pupil record keeping as required.• Assist in the planning of learning activities as part of the classroom team.• Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals.• Be aware of pupil progress, achievements, problems and report to the teacher as agreed.• Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.• Pass information to and from parents/carers as directed.• Provide clerical admin support, for example photocopying, laminating and filing.
Support for the Curriculum• Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, and therecording of progress, adjusting activities according to pupil responses in consultation withteaching staff.• Support pupils in respect of local, national and school based approaches to teaching andlearning.• Support pupils in using basic ICT as directed.• Prepare and maintain equipment and resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupilsin their use.• Assist and support pupils in swimming and other physical activities (such as horse riding andPE). This will include changing clothes, ensuring safety equipment is fitted and the pupilswellbeing while undertaking physical activities.
Support for the School• Be aware and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding and childprotection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting allconcerns to an appropriate person and completing the appropriate health and safety forms.Training:Training will take place as a day release at Barking & Dagenham CollegeTraining Outcome:These are fixed term posts for the duration of the Apprenticeship programme, however, there is the potential to become a permanent Astrum Learning Support Assistant once qualified.Employer Description:Astrum Multi Academy Trust was formed in 2017 and is a well-established and highly respected multi academy trust within Redbridge. It comprises of Newbridge School, (a 2 site all through special school for pupils with a range of Severe and Complex Special Educational Needs) and Hatchside School, catering for EY/KS1/KS2 pupils with a range SEND, across 2 sites. In addition to our schools, we are also working in partnership with BHRUT NHS Hospitals, the Local Authority and Project Search within King George Hospital. Project Search is a one-year internship programme for post-16 pupils with learning disabilities and/or autism, whose goal is competitive employment in the community.Working Hours :30 hours per week to be agreed, term time 39 weeksSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Calm,Sense of humour,Hard working,Resilient....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Forensic Team in the Greater Manchester area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £38,626 pro rata
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team supports people who have been admitted under MHA. As a part of this team will do social supervisions, risk assessments, work with police under MAPA, Health colleagues and work with ICB joint packages of care, accommodation and support services. You will support people in hospital and sectioned or in prison or on the way out of prison. This team is supportive and focuses a lot on joint working.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Adult’s Social Work. The ideal social worker will have Mental Health awareness or experience. Experience in Criminal Justice or Learning Disabilities will lead well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Part-time, 30 Hours
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
We are looking for Principal Social Workers (Deputy Managers) for this organisation’s various Children’s & Families services. These positions allow for hybrid working.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)
About the team
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and families with a child-centred approach. This team has flexible and creative ways of working. Teams available:
Court work
Locality (Child Protection Safeguarding)
About you
The successful candidate will have significant experience within Children’s Social Work teams post qualification and whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation.
What's on offer?
£43,693 - £46,731 dependent on experience
Annual leave 28 days + public holidays (rising to 33 days)
Market Supplement £5,000
Life Assurance
Discounted car MOTs
Health & Wellbeing packages
Travel allowances
Access to various discounts
Flexible working
Generous pension scheme
Excellent Training & development opportunities
Hours: Full time / Permanent
For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny
07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
We are looking for Qualified Social Workers for this organisation’s Hospital Discharge service.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)
About the team
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable Adult's with a focussed approach. This team has flexible and creative ways of multiprofessional working.
About you
The successful candidate will have experience within Adult's Social Work teams within Social Work placements (newly qualified Social Worker applications will be considered) or post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation.
What's on offer?
£32,663 - £42,728 dependent on experience (grade 8/9)
29 days of annual leave plus public holidays
Salary sacrifice
Retention payments
Health & Wellbeing packages
Relocation package
Access to various discounts
Flexible working
Pension scheme - 16.4% employer contribution
Excellent Training & development opportunities
Hours: Full time / Permanent
For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny
07587 031 098 / jolweny@charecruitment.com
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...