We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 3 YEAR PERMANENT EXPERIENCE.
About the team
This is a family safeguarding children’s team that is passionate to protect the children and young people involved within the service. This team will hold cases that are transferred from DAAT at the first initial child protection conference or child in need meeting. This team work to a hybrid working from home model.
About you
A social work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience within Local Authority based Social Work. It’s essential to have experience of working either in a Front Door, Children in Need, Child Protection. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential in order to be considered for this role.
Benefits
“Good” Ofsted inspection results
£33.30 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
On going support given within the team
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Senior Recruitment Consultant
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We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join a Localities team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience
About the team
The team work in partnership to support vulnerable adults to promote and maintain their independence. The role involves undertaking assessments and possibly MCA and BIA work. This role will involve following section 42. The team work directly with the community in the local area.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role. To be successful in this role, you must have experience of working with vulnerable adults, direct community work, and section 42 assessments.
What’s on Offer
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking accessible nearby
Public transport is easily accessible nearby
Direct opportunity
Hybrid working is available
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles – Candidate Consultant
07555 1805546
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We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team within the East Midlands region.
About the team
This team works with individuals that are aged over 18+, this team will support those within the community that may have LD, PD or MH difficulties or could be an older person, the team will be required to carry out face to face assessments, Care Act 2014 and MCA assessments. This is a short term case holding post that screen referrals over to the other services within the council.
About you
You will be completing the necessary assessments in relation to Adult Social Care. A Social Work Degree/DipSW/CQSW within a minimum of 1 year post ASYE experience is required. Experience of working with 65+, Physical Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health/ and or hospital.
What's on offer?
£38.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Accessible public transport
Working from home on a hybrid basis
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Team Leader
07384466390
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We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team within the East Midlands region.
About the team
This team works with individuals that are aged over 18+, this team will support those within the community that may have LD, PD or MH difficulties or could be an older person, the team will be required to carry out face to face assessments, Care Act 2014 and MCA assessments. This is a short term case holding post that screen referrals over to the other services within the council.
About you
You will be completing the necessary assessments in relation to Adult Social Care. A Social Work Degree/DipSW/CQSW within a minimum of 1 year post ASYE experience is required. Experience of working with 65+, Physical Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health/ and or hospital.
What's on offer?
£38.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Accessible public transport
Working from home on a hybrid basis
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Team Leader
07384466390
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Graduate Opportunity - Autism Support Practitioner
Are you passionate about supporting adults with Autism and looking for a fulfilling career with real work-life balance?
If you're a graduate looking to build a rewarding career in autism support with structured training and progression,
Join a progressive, person-centred charity that's transforming adult autism support in the community. This full-time Autism Support Worker position offers a meaningful role where you'll make a difference daily - no shift work, no weekends, just Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm!
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (no evenings, weekends, or sleep-ins) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum
Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Requirements:
A positive, person-centred mindset
Personal or professional experience/understanding of autism and/or learning disabilities
Enthusiastic, approachable, and committed to full-time hours
A great sense of fun and willingness to learn
Ability to drive or use the company shuttle service from Guildford
Benefits:
£25,000 - £26,000 (DOE) per annum
£500 joining bonus
Shuttle bus service from Guildford station directly to the service
Permanent full-time contract, 37.5 hours per week
Day shifts only: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
Christmas completely off
Fully funded qualifications and clear career progression, including Master's-level
Training to become a qualified Autism Practitioner
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Apply today to Jordan. I can answer any questions on my work number 07384466393....Read more...
The Role:
The Homeless Intervention Team is a dedicated team working with 16 and 17 year old young people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless within the next 56 days. The team comprises of 2 Social Workers and 2 Specialist family Support Workers. There are 2 Family Support Workers within the team that assist the Social Worker. The focus of the work is to support the young people to remain at or return home to live with their families where it is safe for them to do so. Where young people are unable to remain living at home we explore with them and their families their accommodation options and undertake assessments to identify areas where they may require support to develop their independent living skills to ensure a positive move on into appropriate accommodation. Many of the young people we work with have experiences trauma in their childhood and have additional vulnerabilities and are often hard to reach young people. The team support young people through assessment, as Children in Need and also in some case as Looked After Children.
If you are someone who: Shares our passion for working with 16 and 17 year old young people and their families and has a determination to achieve positive outcomes for them Is tenacious, persistent, resilient and excellent at developing positive relationships with young people, their families and partner agencies. Has an understanding of the issues young people have who are faced with homelessness. Understands the legislation relating to homeless young people. Then the Homeless Intervention Team may well be for you!
Key attributes/qualification needed for the role.
Essential:
Significant experience of work with children and families.
Significant post-qualifying experience as a Social Worker.
Experience of working with children and families. It is desirable that the post holder has:
Experience of work with abused or vulnerable children and their families.
Experience in undertaking child abuse investigations and assessments.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Essential
Specialist knowledge of theories and practice relating to Social Work to achieve successful outcomes for children and families.
Detailed knowledge of current legislation relating to children and families.
Detailed knowledge of child development.
The ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
Good inter-personal skills and the ability to relate to a wide range of people.
The ability to organise work effectively and deal with multiple priorities.
The ability to work as part of a multiple disciplinary team and build strong working relationships.
Good IT skills.
Assessment skills relating to work with children and families including complex family situations.
Liaison and negotiation skills with other agencies and service users. It is desirable that the post holder has:
Knowledge of child abuse, its manifestations, causes and consequences.
Knowledge of child protection practice and procedures.
Skills in direct work with children including those who may have been abused.
Skills in investigation and assessment of child abuse.
The ability to relate to children and adults from a range of cultural backgrounds.
QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
Essential
A professional qualification in social work.
Current Social Work England Registration.
The ability to travel throughout Worcester, including areas where there is limited public transport and be able to reach, including but not limited to, families, young people, internal and external clients and within a timely manner.
Desirable
A Level 1 qualification in Essential Digital Skills or evidence of excellent IT skills in Microsoft Office.
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We are looking for a Senior Social worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
This team support children and young people with complex or significant disabilities and their families within the local community. They are responsible to assess and identify their needs and ensure the appropriate support and services are in place to enable children to reach their full potential. The team also work to promote the safety, well-being and development of children by delivering child-centred, strength based approach.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience within Children’s Social Work to be considered for this position. Having previous experience and knowledge working with children with disabilities lends well with this role. A valid UK driving license and vehicle is required to qualify for this role.
What’s on offer?
Up to £42.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Stable team with strong management support
Parking available
‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted reports
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267....Read more...
Do you want to start your career OR do you already work in adult care? Work with a person-centred charity who can offer you full support in progressing in your career. This a small charity who really care about their staff and the people they support.
Please do not apply if you need sponsorship. To apply for this role you must have residence and right to work within the UK***
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years. I work within in the South of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role
Requirements:
You must be able to travel to Henley on Thames
Knowledge about autism or learning disabilities.
Committed to permanent full-time hours.
A positive person-focused mindset with energy and sense of fun.
Willingness to learn
You must be able to travel to Henley on Thames
Benefits:
Annual Salary of up to £28,589 (DOE)
Guaranteed, contracted, full time hours of 37 hours a week
Short or long shifts
Additional sleep ins : £82
Clear career progression to Senior Support Worker and beyond
Free onsite parking
Pension
Annual leave
If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career, then apply to Laura, I can answer any questions and fast track your application to my client.
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We are looking for a Children’s Social Worker to join our Family Support Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The team aims to provide quality protection and intervention for the most vulnerable and in need of protection children in the borough. The team manage a complex case load – including CWD cases - and ensure they work in a child centred manner with every case. This position involves offering support and guidance to others in the team with court proceedings and frontline assessments where necessary.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years’ experience is essential to be considered for this role. Also, knowledge and ability to complete Section 47 and Section 17 are needed. A valid UK driving licence is essential for the success of this role.
What’s on offer
£38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
‘Outstanding’ and ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection results 2024
Specialist work environment
Hybrid working Scheme
A chance to work with a child centred borough that focus on systemic practice models
Parking available/ nearby
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join our Hospital Team.
This role required a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This team works with patients in hospital to aid with their discharge and ensure safe return to home is achieve. The team work closely with other health professionals to ensure the correct support is in place before discharges are approved and post discharge care is organised when necessary. This is a very fast paced environment with quick turnover of assessment and caseloads.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within a Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years experience within Adults Social Work to be considered for this position. Having good knowledge and experience in hospital work or discharge to assess is key for this role. A valid UK driving license and vehicle are preferred in order to qualify for this position but isn’t essential.
What’s on offer?
£34.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Short term, fast paced work
Stable team with strong management support
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267....Read more...
Do you have a passion for working children and young people? Do you have some professional experience working with young people? A job working for the council could be for you!
I am looking for passionate Support Workers with experience working with Children and/or Young Adults with either traumatic backgrounds, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Challenging Behaviours.
My client is a highly reputable charitable provider of residential homes and education to young people from difficult starts and display associated challenging behaviour.
We are looking for Support Worker to join a fantastic home in Worksop.
If you have experience with children and young people in SEN education, youth work, young offenders or fostering, a career in children's homes is for you.
Benefits include:
£30,221.88 - £34,405 (this includes 2 x sleep ins per week
39 hours or 45 hours per week contracts available
Job security with a highly established and reputable charity
Excellent progression opportunities within the council
Do you have:
Experience of working within children or young adults with learning disabilities, mental health, or behaviours that challenge - SEN School, youth work, community young people, children's learning disabilities, semi-independent services, care leavers, youth justice, children's homes
Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
Ability to complete shifts patterns, weekends, and overnight stays.
Driving license and vehicle
For more information apply now.
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Main Duties
Working within the organisation:
Develop effective working relationships with Clifton Homecare colleagues and the Senior care team
Develop effective working relationships with clients, family members and health care professionals
Work within and promote the Companys’ policies and procedures
Provision of care services – note under supervision initially: Provide assistance with personal care as per the care plan. This may include washing, dressing, washing and styling hair, skin care, application of make-up and shaving
Moving and Handling of clients; using suitable equipment
Medication prompts and administration (once fully trained and deemed compliant)
Meal preparation and assistance with eating and/or drinking; a good knowledge of Food Hygiene is essential
Domestic duties
Taking clients out either on an individual or group basis
Report writing and accurate completion of Medication Administration Records (MARs)
Safeguarding of clients and families, ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and upholding client rights in relation to The Human Rights Act and Mental Capacity Act
Promotion of human rights, equality and diversity, dignity, respect and person-centred care
Maintain confidentiality
Long Term Continuous Professional Development
The Apprentice must be willing to complete their Level 2 Adult Care Work Apprenticeship Standard or Level 3 Lead Adult Care Work Apprenticeship Standard qualification; delivered on site or remotely by Training Works
The Apprentice must complete off the job learning records to reflect the learning and development they are completing
The Apprentice must complete all in-house or external training as deemed necessary for their learning and development needs and the needs of the business
The Apprentice will be supported to learn care and support routines and will be supervised by the Senior care or experienced team members at all times whilst learning is taking place
The Apprentice will undertake regular reflection on their learning and development
Clifton Homecare aims to provide clients with a level of care that we would be happy with for ourselves or a member of our family. We are a small, family-run company with high standards and expect our employees to support our company ethos and work to the same high standards.Training:
L2 Adult Care Worker
L1 maths
L1 English
Monthly visits with trainer
Training all done at employers address
Training Outcome:Progress onto Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Prospects
Progression options are:
Senior Domiciliary Care Assistant
Assistant Manager
Registered Manager
Mentor
Mentoring lead
Quality and compliance lead
Training co-ordinator
Employer Description:Clifton Homecare provides domiciliary care to adults aged 18 years and over, who live in their own homes in the South Fylde area. When working at Clifton Homecare you will receive a range of learning and development opportunities, enabling you to progress your career in health and social care. This is an exciting time to work in social care, especially at an organisation whose mission; to be an exceptional health and social care leader, maximising wellbeing for all is at the centre of all its activities. Clifton Homecare have also been recognised as “Employer of the Year” at the 2023 BIBAs awards, Lancashire’s prestigious and longest running awards programme.Working Hours :Hours: Full-time 30 hours per week
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We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Child in need Team.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 3 YEAR PERMANENT EXPERIENCE.
About the team
This is a family safeguarding children's team that is passionate to protect the children and young people involved within the service. This team will hold cases that are transferred from DAAT at the first initial child protection conference or child in need meeting. This team has a supportive in house structure with regular supervision.
About you
A social work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience within Local Authority based Social Work. It's essential to have experience of working either in a Front Door, Children in Need, Child Protection. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential in order to be considered for this role.
Benefits
"Good" Ofsted inspection results
Up to £38.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Working from home on a hybrid basis
On going support given within the team
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Team Leader
07384466390....Read more...
We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Assessment and Short Intervention team.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 3 YEAR PERMANENT EXPERIENCE.
About the team
The team play a cruicial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and younf people. The Team work closely with familes, carers, and other professioanl to assess the needs and devlop care plans for the children. This team will carry out S17 and S47 assessments. This service has been marked Good with ofstead and prides it self on their effective work style when handling cases.
About you
A social work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience within Local Authority based Social Work. It's essential to have experience of working either in a Front Door, Children in Need, Child Protection. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential in order to be considered for this role.
Benefits
"Good" Ofsted inspection results
Up to £33.30 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Working from home on a hybrid basis
On going support given within the team
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Team Leader
07384466390....Read more...
We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a children’s services, locality team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience (no visa sponsorship)
About the team
The team works in partnership with the children and their families to understand the support that they need to live safely and happily. Creating plans for the children and the families will be made and reviewed every 12 weeks in this role.
About you
The ability to complete protect and care for the children is essential in this role. Extensive assessment work, long term work and frontline (Child Protection, Children in Need, Assessment, Safeguarding) experience is part of the role. Experience in section 47 and section 17 will also benefit you.
What’s on Offer
£31.00/hr per hour umbrella (PAYE option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Longer term cases – Connecting with the families
Parking in a staff car park is available on site
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles – Candidate Consultant
07776 849119....Read more...
We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team within Stoke on Trent.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 3 YEAR PERMANENT EXPERIENCE.
About the team
This is a family safeguarding children’s team that is passionate to protect the children and young people involved within the service. This team will hold cases that are transferred from DAAT at the first initial child protection conference or child in need meeting. Should cases be held longer than required they will be further moved along to Children in care teams.
About you
A social work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience within Local Authority based Social Work. It’s essential to have experience of working either in a Front Door, Children in Need, Child Protection. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential in order to be considered for this role.
Benefits
“Good” Ofsted inspection results
£33.30 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Working from home on a hybrid basis
On going support given within the team
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Senior Recruitment Consultant
07384466390....Read more...
We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join First Point on Contact Team.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 3 YEAR PERMANENT EXPERIENCE.
About the team
This is a first point of contact service for the public and professionals who may have concerns about a child. This service is a multi-agency team made of social workers, early help workers, education, health and police. The team will gather information and triage over to the relevant teams to later determine the right path for the child.
About you
A social work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience within Local Authority based Social Work. It’s essential to have experience of working either in a Front Door, Children in Need, Child Protection. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential in order to be considered for this role.
Benefits
“Good” Ofsted inspection results
£30 per hour - £31.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Working from home on a hybrid basis
On going support given within the team
For more information, please do contact
Zoe Bellinger- Senior Recruitment Consultant
07384466390....Read more...
We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency to cover a caseload across North Wales
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £39,000 dependent on experience
Car allowance & mileage paid
Life Assurance
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Further benefits
Home Based
option for 4 day working week after probation
About the team
The team aims to provide children and local authorities with fully trained, compassionate, and competent foster care when they need it most. You will be undertaking support and supervision visits to provide placement management, planning, and intervention to ensure the children’s care and development needs are met.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Work. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
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
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We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency to cover a caseload across North Wales
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £39,000 dependent on experience
Car allowance & mileage paid
Life Assurance
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Further benefits
Home Based
option for 4 day working week after probation
About the team
The team aims to provide children and local authorities with fully trained, compassionate, and competent foster care when they need it most. You will be undertaking support and supervision visits to provide placement management, planning, and intervention to ensure the children’s care and development needs are met.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Work. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
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
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We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Independent Fostering Agency to cover a caseload across North Wales
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £39,000 dependent on experience
Car allowance & mileage paid
Life Assurance
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Further benefits
Home Based
option for 4 day working week after probation
About the team
The team aims to provide children and local authorities with fully trained, compassionate, and competent foster care when they need it most. You will be undertaking support and supervision visits to provide placement management, planning, and intervention to ensure the children’s care and development needs are met.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Work. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
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
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About The RoleExcellent opportunity for Mental Health Support Workers to help provide holistic recovery-focused support to clients with mental health across the EEDMHS.At Salvation Army Homes we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. The Mental Health Support Worker will be engaging creatively with a caseload of clients based on their identified support needs to identify and develop the skills and resources to transform their lives and enable independent living.This will involve providing high quality support for vulnerable clients through 1:1 and group sessions and working closely with external partner agencies. The Mental Health Support Worker will be able to:Support and accompany clients to attend essential appointments eg related to health, debts or housing, etcSupport and advise clients to access information on housing, health, welfare, benefits and other resources. Support with medication, where requiredActively engage residents in developing the serviceHelp assess potential new clientsLiaise with external agencies etc. including Health ProfessionalsHelp manage any incidents or challenging behaviourDevelop person-centred Support Plans and Risk Management Plans and keep accurate recordsAbout The CandidateYou will have a working knowledge of the needs and support requirements of people with complex mental health needs or worked in another social care setting.You will instinctively work in a manner that aligns fully with Salvation Army Homes delivery values and behaviours, demonstrating energy and passion, along with a positive, can do attitude in your daily contribution to transforming lives.You will be a great communicator, building trusting and professional relationshipsBe passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast paced environmentHave a high level of resilienceEmpower people to develop their skills, strengths and talentsHave a good idea of the type of wider community resources and organisations availableBe comfortable dealing with difficult or complex situationsAre likely to have experience that includes for example: mental health support, education, training and / or leading activitiesYou will need to be able to participate in our 24 hour shift rota system and our on call rotaWe really want you to be able to succeed in your work with Salvation Army Homes, so in return for helping to transform lives, we want to help you to transform your lifestyle by giving you access to some great benefits in addition to the above salary package. This includes for example,You will be allocated a Buddy during your probationary period and will receive regular 1:1 supervision sessions and an annual appraisal with your Line Manager.26 days annual leave rising to 31 days£100 when you start work, plus £250 at 6 months’ service and another £250 at 12 months’ serviceAn extra day off on your birthdayA High Street discount scheme (great savings both on and off-line)Pension with life assuranceDiscounted private medical insuranceLoans available for financial emergenciesOccupational Sick PayA full Induction package and training relevant to the roleLong service awards from 2.5 yearsSupport to learn and develop your careerAbout The CompanyA registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. ....Read more...
We are looking for a Children’s Social Worker to join our Looked After Children Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experiences in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people who are in care. They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing regular visits. This team is also involved with making and evaluating the care plan for the child and taking all care proceedings from the first hearing.
About you
Having experience with court work and care proceedings is a key for this role. It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of five year experience with Children’s Social Work in order to be considered for this position. A valid UK driving licence is preferred but isn’t essential.
What’s on offer?
£37.54 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
“Outstanding” and “Good” Ofsted inspection results
Hybrid working scheme
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible offices via car or public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join an Adults Community Mental Health Team.
This role requires a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience.
About the Team
This team works within the community to support adults with mental health conditions and their families to maintain and promote the independence of the service user. On the day to day, the team complete risk assessments, creating support plans that meet specific outcome requirements and undertake safeguarding enquires in like with relevant legislation. This team specialises in working with a preventative approach to all intervention to ensure independence and community integration is protected as much as possible.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and experience working with Adults with Mental Health issues is essential in order to be considered for this role. Familiarity with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 alongside strength based practice lends well to this role.
What’s on offer
£34.53 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Specialist working environment
Easily accessible via car and public transport
Chance to influence positive change within the community
An opportunity to work with a collaborative team
For more information, please get in touch
Rodrique Burnett – Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07436399975....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join a Hospital Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This is a fast paced team who work to ensure patients are safely discharged from hospital and have enough support as they need. Carrying out bedside assessments, arranging appropriate care packages for comprehensive discharges and advocating for service users and their independence is at the forefront of the team’s motivation. Being able to ensure service users have access to necessary resources and external support at the earliest stages is key to the success of this role.
About you
The successful candidate will have worked in a hospital team or short term assessment setting. A valid UK driving licence and car is not essential for this role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience working in an Adult's Social Work environment is essential as the role is based in two hospitals both 10 minutes from the civic centre.
What's on offer?
£35.48 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Potential for minimum 9 month contract with extension after
Potential for flexible working hours
Short term, fast paced case holding
Parking available nearby/ onsite
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins – Team Leader
0118 948 5555 / 07990044930....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join a Community Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This team specialises in supporting vulnerable adults 18+ within the community and play a key role in supporting them to live as independently and safe as possible. The team complete community DoLS, CoP assessments and core safeguarding assessments to ensure the right support and intervention is provided. The care needs that this team deal with are massively varied so strength based practice is important to personalise support plans.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience within adult’s social work. Being able to use your own initiative, manage a complex caseload and be able to work as part of a team are all essential for this position. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is required.
What’s on offer?
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme – minimum 3 days from home
Multiple office locations available for office working
Parking available/ nearby
Potential for condensed hours/ full flexibility with your time
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267....Read more...
