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Advanced Practitioner (MASH) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit an&nbsp;Advanced Practitioner to lead and oversee the day-to-day service delivery of the integrated front door / multi-agency&nbsp; Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and the Family Intervention Service, ensuring the service functions runs smoothly and to a high professional standard in line with good practice and guidance. The post holder will lead and direct work/practice that positively improves outcomes for children, young people and their&nbsp; families in Havering.&nbsp; If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner (MASH) for the&nbsp;London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Responsible for delivering effective, inclusive leadership and management of the services, ensuring high quality services against local and national indicators and targets.&nbsp;</li> <li>Promote and govern excellent face-to-face practice across the service, ensuring purposeful work is undertaken with children, young people, and families in conjunction with other social care teams and multi-agency partners</li> <li>Take a leading role with the Assistant Director of Early Help and Partnerships in the continuous improvement of the MASH and Family Intervention Service based on performance, risk, and demand.</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring practice is in line with current legislation and relevant guidance so that high quality, effective, assessments, plans and interventions are delivered to timescales, to meet children and family’s assessed needs and improve outcomes. This includes leading and advising on the management of cases that pose significant risk, where there are complex needs and/or attract a high profile.&nbsp;</li> <li>Represent the service at multi-agency meetings, boards, and/or committees as required and positively manage, review, and evaluate data compliance, ensuring that high-quality administration and record-keeping is maintained.</li> <li>Has responsibility for £500,000 budgets within the relevant services, ensuring high quality, value for money services including in-house and commissioned providers. This includes contributing to budget setting, budget monitoring, and delivery within budget targets, including the Section 17 budget and MASH budget.&nbsp;</li> <li>To take lead responsibility for specific areas of practice and strategic development relevant to the service, including but not limited to Children’s legal planning and Havering Safeguarding Children’s Partnership. This involves maintaining engaged and effective multi-agency, collaborative working relationships across the partnership to ensure services are utilised appropriately.&nbsp;</li> <li>Deputise for the Assistant Directors, and/or Director of Starting Well as and when required, including attendance at multi-agency meetings, boards, and/or committees as required.</li> <li>Identify areas of improvement and deliver training to the services. Support the development and delivery of the Starting Well plan, embedding the vision, values, and strategic objectives for children and young people, their parents, and carers.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead on the development of relevant strategies, policies, procedures, programmes, and projects in line with legislation and good practice. .&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure that all supervisions and Performance Development Reviews are completed&nbsp;</li> </ul> within timescale.&nbsp; As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Havering Redeployees. The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp; Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; In addition, the Authority reserves the right&nbsp;to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes&nbsp;anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards). Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 14^th September 2025, however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770

London Borough of Havering

Advanced Practitioner (MASH)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The Adults &amp; Public Health Directorate is looking for a Team Leader who will be responsible for developing a Unit which provides high quality care and is responsive to the changing needs of service users. Under the guidance of the Registered Manager, you will provide management support to a staff group of residential support workers, care assistants, domestics, and cooks. You will be responsible for the day to day running and supervision of residential, respite or supported living schemes within the In-House residential services.Tasks include providing an environment in which service users are encouraged to develop their skills at their own pace, and thereby attain their full potential in areas of social, emotional, and developmental growth through appropriate approaches that ensure individuals are as fully integrated into the community as possible.The post holder will provide direct care to service users, leadership on shift for staff, and should be able to assist the registered Manager in performance management, to plan, monitor and supervise care staff. Be able to support the Care staff in formulating care plans and risk assessments in accordance with Harrow policy and support with the management and implementation of the staff rota. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Knowledge of the Care Standards Act 2000 and an understanding of its application for the service.</li><li>Knowledge of the Community Care Legislation and an understanding of its implications for services and service users.</li><li>Ability to make effective use of all resources (especially staff and budgets)</li><li>Ability to plan, organise, and monitor the work of a diverse staff team. </li><li>Ability carry out risk assessments of the service, staff and service users </li><li>An understanding of the developmental needs (social, emotional, and physical) of adults who have severe learning disabilities.</li><li>Ability to chair and minute meetings.</li><li>A minimum of 3 years working with adults who have disabilities.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years working at RSW level (shift leader) or similar position.</li><li>2 years’ experience of proving service to either people with severe learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, or challenging needs.</li><li> Minimum of N.V.Q. Level 3 or 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25347&amp;hashed=-128146092" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Team Leader - Bedford House

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in our Duty and Assessment team, on full-time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
If you are passionate about supporting families in making positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and at least three years post qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care that includes child protection. To succeed in this role, you will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. Strong experience in multi-agency working, along with excellent skills in assessment, analysis and recording, as well as the confidence to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and lead in complex situations, are also essential for this role.
You will role model and champion good social work practice, are able to evidence relevant continued professional development and will support others in sharing your knowledge and experience to contribute to our inclusive culture.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Duty and Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out short term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for social workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
In&nbsp;November 2023&nbsp;our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:
<ul>
<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers</li>
<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children</li>
<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest</li>
<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders</li>
</ul>
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Because we’re Bracknell Forest: a great place to learn and develop your practice.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>
<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertake child protection enquiries.</li>
<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with some short-term work.</li>
<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
We use the Family Safeguarding Model in our approach to collaborate with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, supported by Motivational Interviewing (MI). This approach empowers families, children, and young people, enabling parents to make positive changes that lead to improved outcomes for their children and enhance their own wellbeing.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 10th October.&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Donna Barber, Team Manager, <a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
or Helen Gore, Principal Social Worker, <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment

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We have a great opportunity for a Best Interest Assessor on a full time, permanent basis.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for someone who can independently assess under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and ensure care arrangements follow the law. We need someone who has good communication and relationship building skills, is adept at working alongside individuals, their families and/or advocates and partner agencies, and be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, Mental Health Act and Data Protection Act.
You must hold a current DoLS Best Interests Assessor (BIA) qualification, have at least 2 years experience of carrying out the Best Interest Assessor role which includes recent experience of completing these assessments (within the last year).&nbsp; You must also have undertaken annual DoLS/BIA legal update training within the last twelve months.&nbsp; A driving licence is crucial for this role.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified, enthusiastic and capable Best Interest Assessor to join our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team in Bracknell. We are a supportive team that is passionate in our approach to our work.
Reporting to the DoLS Lead, you will be working alongside a larger team of experienced and knowledgeable safeguarding professionals which includes the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team and the Strategic Adult Safeguarding team.&nbsp; It is a role where there is team commitment to continuous improvement and where your expertise and knowledge matter and make an impact.&nbsp; &nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>Conduct independent assessments under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.</li>
<li>Review restrictive care arrangements to ensure they follow the law and protect service users rights.</li>
<li>Promote understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards among health and social care professionals, service users and carers.</li>
<li>Treat everyone fairly and with respect, using a strength-based approach.</li>
<li>Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and partner agencies and encourage teamwork.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 30thSeptember 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please email <a href="mailto:Dols.Application@Bracknell-Forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Dols.Application@Bracknell-Forest.gov.uk</a> and provide us with your contact details and either Dawn (DoLS Lead/Senior Social Worker) or Dionne (Head of Safeguarding) will get back to you.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates must provide evidence of appropriate Social Work/Nursing/Occupational Therapist qualification or Chartered Psychologist with 2 years post qualified experience, plus current registration with appropriate body (Social Work England etc) and a Best Interests Assessor (BIA) qualification inline with the DoLS legislation.&nbsp;
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Best Interest Assessor

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Team Manager – Adult Social Care to join our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Team Manager, you will work within the East Social Care Team undertaking direct work with customers who have a learning or physical disability, a long-term condition, who are young carers, people transitioning into adulthood and older people.
You will ensure that all work undertaken within the team is in accordance with relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies and procedures to promote and ensure wellbeing, independence and safety. You will provide leadership, management, and support to the team, ensuring that performance and quality standards are met, delivering a culture of partnership to ensure collaborative working with all stakeholders.
The main aim of the service is to enable people to live safely in the community, maximising their strengths and abilities to live as independently as they can, and supporting carers to continue in their caring role as long as they wish to and are able to.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. &nbsp;
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more! 
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Manage day to day operational activity of a social care team.</li>
<li>Ensure the team works collaboratively with all stakeholders by ensuring appropriate use of multi-agency frameworks and meetings.</li>
<li>To be accountable for ensuring statutory Duties concerning Adult Safeguarding activity undertaken within the team are effectively discharged in accordance with Sec 42 Care Act 2014 and Pan Berkshire Policies &amp; Procedures.</li>
<li>To be accountable for governance of all activity within the team to ensure adherence to legislation, effective application of Policies &amp; Procedures, and that all statutory requirements and Professional Standards are met, with issues arising being addressed in the appropriate manner.</li>
<li>To use effective leadership skills, to effectively support and manage staff during periods of transformation and change.</li>
<li>Lead and be accountable for all aspects of management of staff within a social care team.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification. Including registration with appropriate Body (SWE/HCPC).</li>
<li>Ability to manage others in a fast-paced Environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrable ability to communicate and work with people at a range of levels, across a range of situations and settings.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the legal and policy framework in relation to the role.</li>
<li>Ability to make non routine and complex judgements, including when under pressure, and escalating as and when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
Our area: 
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. &nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Josephine Lukehurst – Service Manager, <a href="mailto:Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. Strictly no agencies.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 5th October 2025, 11pm
Interviews:&nbsp;Week Commencing 6th October 2025 &nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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Team Manager - Adult Social Care

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview Are you a passionate and experienced individual looking to take the next step in your career, making a tangible difference in the lives of young people with complex needs?The Firs Short Breaks Residential Centre in Harrow is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Residential Support Worker (SRSW) to join our exceptional team!The Firs provides vital regular short breaks for children and young people aged 5 to 18 with severe learning difficulties and complex needs, offering crucial support to their families. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, homely atmosphere where young people can thrive, engage, and participate meaningfully. About You As a Senior Residential Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality care and support. You will be accountable for the day-to-day management of the service on shift, ensuring the well-being and development of the children and young people in our care. This is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our childcare standards.What We're Looking For:Essential:<ul><li>Sound knowledge of childcare law (Children Act 1989 &amp; 2004, Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards 2015).</li><li>Understanding of child development, behaviour, and the needs of disabled children.</li><li>Ability to respond effectively to safeguarding concerns.</li><li>Clear understanding of the roles of Residential Support Workers, Care Assistants, and Night Care Assistants.</li><li>Substantial experience in residential support work, working with children/young people, or working with people with severe learning disabilities.</li><li>Experience leading shifts and supervising staff in a residential setting.</li><li>Experience planning, evaluating, and risk-assessing activities for young people with special needs.</li><li>Experience in report writing and administrative tasks.</li><li>Effective leadership, role modelling, and motivational skills.</li><li>Ability to work constructively with challenging behaviour and special care needs (Positive Behavioural Support ethos).</li><li>Ability to work with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds and those with special needs.</li><li>Willingness to undertake Gastrostomy feeding training if required.</li><li>Level 3 Diploma for Residential Child Care (England) or equivalent (or willingness to attain within the relevant timescale).</li><li>Ability to work flexibly, including shift work (midweek, weekends, bank holidays, early starts), stand-by, and sleep-in duties on a rota basis.</li><li>Ability to meet manual handling requirements (training provided).</li><li>Clear capacity to establish professional boundaries.</li><li>DBS enhanced clearance.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working in a children’s home.</li><li>Experience of writing policies and procedures.</li><li>Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent (or willingness to attain within the relevant timescale).</li><li>Qualified First Aider (or willingness to complete this training).</li></ul>Unsocial Hours Enhancements: Additional pay for working after 8 pm. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=22040&amp;hashed=-761633363" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Salary: £46,006 Grade: Level 4 Zone 1 Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG Contract Type: Permanent&nbsp; Hours: Full Time (36 hours) Closing Date: Sunday 7^th September 2025; 23:59 Interview Date: 22^nd and 23^rd September About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. What You’ll Be Doing We are looking for a Domestic Abuse Survivor Support Officer to join our Perpetrator Intervention Team, ensuring a survivor-focused, risk-led approach. You will provide specialist support to victims and their families, assessing risk, delivering tailored interventions, and promoting long-term safety and wellbeing. The role involves working closely with Camden’s domestic abuse service (Camden Safety Net) and partner agencies to deliver multi-agency safety plans, challenge harmful attitudes, and ensure survivors and children remain at the heart of our work. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.&nbsp; All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. You’ll have experience working in domestic abuse services, managing a caseload and prioritising effectively. Skilled in risk assessment, safety planning and crisis management, you can respond to escalating risks and complex situations. You work collaboratively with partners to achieve safe outcomes for survivors, with strong knowledge of safeguarding, consent, and information sharing. Excellent communication, IT skills, and a commitment to teamwork are essential. How To Apply To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section.&nbsp; To view the Job Profile, please CLICK HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: <a href="http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11155313/file/document?inline" target="_blank">http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/11155313/file/documen…</a> What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG, Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.

Camden Council

Survivor Support Officer

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Head of Corporate Parenting (Job Ref: 3750) Location: 5 Pancras Square, London Hours: 36 per week Contract: Permanent Salary: From £84,194 -£93,975 (+ 5% Market Supplement) Closing date: Sunday 14^th September 2025 at 23:55 Interviews: w/c 22nd September or 29th September Flexible working options available – open to discussion Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About Camden Camden is building somewhere where everyone can thrive, the best place to live, work, study, and visit. We’re not just home to the UK’s fastest-growing economy. We’re also home to bold ideas, big conversations, and real social change. We are making radical change a reality so that nobody gets left behind. This is where you can help shape a better future for children, young people, and families. The Role As our Head of Service for Corporate Parenting, you will lead and commission services that make a lasting difference for children in care, care leavers, and young people in Camden. You’ll provide strategic leadership for a wide range of services, including: <ul> <li>Looked after children’s social work teams</li> <li>Our care leavers service</li> <li>Fostering and permanency services</li> <li>Resources and commissioned supported housing for young people</li> </ul> You’ll make sure these services meet government guidance, statutory requirements, and local need, driving continuous improvement and innovation. Working closely with foster carers, schools, health, CAMHS, residential providers, police, and community partners, you’ll ensure children and young people have the care, education, and health support they need to thrive. You’ll also lead on transitional safeguarding for care-experienced young adults, making sure their journey into independence is safe and well-supported. As part of the senior leadership team, you will deputise for the Divisional Director and manage significant budgets and resources. At the heart of this role is a commitment to listening to and acting on the voices of children and young people, making sure their experiences shape the services we deliver. Camden’s ambition is to be the best corporate parent possible, and you will play a central role in making that ambition real. About You We’re looking for a confident, collaborative, and inspirational leader with: <ul> <li>Significant strategic and operational experience in children’s social care at service manager level or above</li> <li>A track record of leading and embedding change in large, complex organisations</li> <li>Strong leadership and management skills, able to inspire, delegate, problem-solve, and deliver through others</li> <li>A thorough understanding of legislation, regulation, and best practice for children in care and care leavers</li> <li>Experience of managing budgets, people, and assets effectively in a complex environment</li> <li>Excellent communication and influencing skills to work with senior colleagues, elected members, partners, and communities</li> </ul> Most importantly, you’ll bring a deep commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and a determination to ensure Camden is the best Black corporate parent we can be. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. To view the full Job Profile, please click (HERE). Working for Camden At Camden, we’re not afraid to do things differently. We welcome your ideas, your views, and your energy. In return, we offer a flexible and supportive environment, a range of staff benefits, and the opportunity to help redefine what a career in local government can be. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to reflect the communities we serve. That means we value diversity in all its forms, including diversity of thought. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other Ethnic Minority communities, LGBTQ+, disabled, and neurodiverse candidates. Equalities and justice sit at the heart of what we do, and we need diverse voices to help us make a real difference. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversity&amp;nbsp</a>; Accessibility and Adjustments We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments during the application, interview, or assessment process or if you’d like information in an alternative format, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or call 020 7974 6655.

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Practice Manager&nbsp; Learning Disability Transitions/18-24 Team&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £52,194 - £55,323 per annum plus market supplement £3000&nbsp; Service: Adult Social Care, Operations&nbsp; We are delighted to invite applications for the post of Practice Manager in our Learning Disabilities Team.&nbsp; This is an exciting time to join the team and the council in a pivotal role delivering our innovative Well Newham Approach, which focusses on strengths based assessments and integrated multi-disciplinary working. At Newham, our approach is to empower residents, drawing on their experiences, hobbies, communities and networks to build care planning that recognises them as an individual.&nbsp; This is an opportunity to join a newly formed team at the start and help shape its success. You will be offering a person-centred, multi-disciplinary service delivering the Well Newham Approach through the use of Strengths Based Assessments.&nbsp; This role works alongside health professionals and offers the opportunity to work with Social Workers and Social Care Officers helping them to improve practice providing strong leadership and mentorship to the team fostering a culture of learning and development About the Role The Practice Manager will ensure that high quality and timely transition support is offered to young people and their carers by the Transition Team in accordance with Care Act duties and the principles of Preparing for Adulthood. This is an opportunity to lead and develop a high performing team dedicated to driving improvements in our service, with strong emphasis strengths based working as working closely with our staff to support them to improve and develop practice&nbsp; This is an exciting and demanding opportunity to support practice and delivery within our Learning Disability/Transition service. In the role of a Practice Manager, you will be instrumental in leading and mentoring staff to ensure the transition journey to adulthood is a time to plan with the young person and their family/carer to build on their strengths, and promote independence. We are passionate about ensuring that the young person has best possible access to education, employment opportunities, good health, supportive relationships and remain safe.&nbsp; Key Responsibilities include: <ul>
<li>Leading and developing a high performing team of Social Workers and Social Care Officers&nbsp;</li> <li>Driving service improvement through data analysis, performance management, and quality assurance, also focussing on continuous improvement&nbsp;</li> <li>Building and maintaining strong partnerships with health and social care colleagues, other stakeholders as well as voluntary sector organisations to ensure seamless care coordination.</li> <li>Providing expert advice and guidance on complex cases, including safeguarding, mental capacity and risk assessment&nbsp;</li> <li>Developing and delivering training to staff on best practice and new initiatives.</li> <li>Ensuring resources are in line with the departments saving strategy, and the services provided are of best value, efficient and effective.</li> <li>The development of new services for young people approaching adulthood alongside our commissioning and procurement colleagues</li> <li>Completion of recruitment and HR duties applicable to the role</li> <li>Ensuring that all appropriate methods of funding are considered</li> <li>Acting up for the Team Manager in their absence</li> </ul> Key Benefits <ul>
<li>We are in the process of rolling out Magic Notes to all frontline staff, an AI case-recording tool that can save social workers significant time on administrative tasks.</li> <li>You will be part of shaping the new Transitions Team which looks to improve how we take our young people from children’s to adult services.</li> <li>You will be part of an ambitious transformation journey in the wider Learning Disabilities Team, which has had investment to grow.</li> <li>There is a significant programme of work to support professional development, including strengths-based workshops, reflective practice and external training opportunities. Our Social Care Academy provides a range of supportive tools and guidance all in one place.&nbsp;</li> </ul> About You We are looking for candidates who have strong practice development skills with demonstrable experience of&nbsp;delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers, and experience of supporting practitioners to implement and embed excellent practice.&nbsp; You will have&nbsp;sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity, Court of Protection and Safeguarding Adults, including&nbsp;significant knowledge of risk and the current research and practice in this. &nbsp; You will also have had experience building and developing relationships with partners in the voluntary, community and faith sector, health.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be passionate about getting the best out of your team and the young people we serve. You will bring new ideas and good practice to embed and develop your team.&nbsp; Excellent communication skills are critical and you will have demonstrable experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings. Finally, the successful candidate will have some demonstrable experience of using IT recording systems and data to monitor team activity, support quality assurance, and drive service improvement. For&nbsp;further information&nbsp;on the role, or for an informal discussion, please contact Aydin Mehmet, Team Manager, <a href="mailto:aydin.mehmet@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">aydin.mehmet@newham.gov.uk</a> or Angie Ingleton, Service Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk</a> Please view JD here Closing date: 17th September 2025&nbsp; Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Practice Manager - Learning Disability 18-24

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Practice Manager, Promoting Independence Review Team £52,194- £55,323 per annum plus market supplement £3,000 Permanent and Full Time: 36 hours p/w Service: Adult Social Care, Operations This is an exciting time to join the service as an integrated multi-disciplinary service delivering the Well Newham Approach through the use of Strengths Based Assessments.&nbsp; This role offers the opportunity to work with Social Workers and Social Care Officers helping them to improve practice, providing strong leadership and mentorship to the team fostering a culture of learning and development About the Role This is an exciting and demanding opportunity to support practice and delivery within our&nbsp;Promoting Independence Review&nbsp;Team.&nbsp; The successful candidate will drive&nbsp;and improve outcomes for residents, their families and carers as well as working closely with our staff to support them to improve and develop practice.&nbsp; You will collaborate with a team of social workers and social care officers, working closely to support them to provide an adult person centred service. You will ensure that social workers and other staff pro-actively engage and build positive relationships with partners across all sectors to deliver joined up services. You will support staff to work in partnership with customers, carers and their families to identify needs. The duties of the Practice Manager will include, but not limited to: <ul>
<li>Line management responsibility for staff in the team, which includes practice supervision of qualified social workers and non-qualified workers.</li> <li>Holding budget responsibility within a scheme of delegation for care services.</li> <li>To have responsibility for the effective delivery of the Council’s statutory responsibilities to people with social care needs aged 18 and above, and their families and carers for a designated Neighbourhood Team.</li> <li>To manage the operational interface with health partners in the relevant PCN. &nbsp;</li> <li>To support the Team Manager in enhancing the performance of the service, in the context of the council’s overall objectives, national health and social care objectives and local objectives.&nbsp;</li> <li>To ensure that the work of the Promoting Independence Review Team promotes independence, choice and social inclusion.</li> <li>To be responsible for the implementation of the Council’s safeguarding adults procedures and quality assurance arrangements as required.</li> <li>To directly manage and provide leadership support to, senior practitioners and other senior social roles as required within the team.</li> <li>Cover for the team manger when required to represent the team.</li> </ul> This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Practice Manager or a suitably experienced candidate aspiring to progress into a Practice Management role.&nbsp; We are looking to permanently appoint a Practice Manager who is passionate about high quality customer service. We are looking for an experienced, motivated and forward thinking manager with excellent communication and analytical skills. The suitable candidates will be responsible for developing and managing the Promoting Independence Review Team responsible for the delivery of strength-based, scheduled reviews of people in receipt of long-term care and support from the Council. &nbsp; The successful candidates must be a Registered Social Worker. If a key management role appeals to you with the opportunity to really make a difference to the people we support and you share our vision, then we want to hear from you. &nbsp; We are able to offer you the following benefits: <ul>
<li>A competitive starting salary, including an annual £3,000 market supplement payment.&nbsp;</li> <li>A supportive team working environment with regular supervision from the Service Manager.</li> <li>Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway.</li> <li>An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs.</li> <li>Subsidised leisure passes.</li> <li>Generous annual leave allowance.</li> <li>Local Government pension scheme.</li> <li>Access to smarter working / flexible working.</li> <li>Latest technology by way of Mobile phones and laptops</li> </ul> About You We are looking for candidates who have strong practice development skills with demonstrable experience of&nbsp;delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers, and experience of supporting practitioners to implement and embed excellent practice.&nbsp; You will have&nbsp;sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity and Safeguarding Adults, including&nbsp;significant knowledge of risk and the current research and practice in this. You will have experience of developing strong working relationships with partners in the voluntary, community and faith sector, health, and have experience of intervention and delivering support and interventions with residents. Excellent communication skills are critical and you will have demonstrable experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings and delivering and developing training for multi-disciplinary audiences. Finally, the successful candidate will have some demonstrable experience of using IT recording systems and data to monitor team activity, support quality assurance, and drive service improvement. If you would like to have an information conversation, please feel free to contact Diana Namugenyi, Team Manager for Promoting and Independence Review Team on 0203 373 2817 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Diana.Namugenyi@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Diana.Namugenyi@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; Please view JD here Closing date: 7th September 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your CV and supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

Practice Manager - Promoting Independence Review Team

Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO5£52,194 - £55,323&nbsp; Retention Bonus: £3,000 p/a Contract Type: Permanent Working hours per week:36 Application Deadline: 18/09/2025 Proposed Interview Date: TBC&nbsp; Reference: 1860 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; The Looked After Children Advanced Practitioner plays a crucial role in overseeing the welfare and development of children within the care system. This role involves supporting the Team Manager in the implementation and monitoring of care strategies, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery to meet the needs of looked-after children.&nbsp; <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Advanced%20Practitioner%20(1860).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a> Key Responsibilities:&nbsp; Deputise for the Team Manager as needed to ensure smooth team operations. Supervise up to three staff, guiding and supporting their casework. Facilitate PSG meetings at least twice monthly, focusing on serious case reviews and reflective learning, preferably in person. Oversee all leaving care transfers, ensuring timely referral to panels and supporting social workers through the process; attend transition panels as scheduled. Manage a caseload of up to 5 cases. Organise the duty rota and serve as duty manager. Monitor supervised staff’s performance weekly and escalate concerns as needed.# Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp; To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements:&nbsp; Extensive post-qualification social work experience in Children &amp; Families settings. Experience handling complex casework within statutory children's services. Experience with prioritisation, care planning, and service delivery. Proven ability to assess complex risks. Able to make decisions based on evidence and comprehensive analysis of gathered information. Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp; Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp; Continued professional body registration;&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; &nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; &nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; &nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Amanda Reid, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:amanda.reid@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">amanda.reid@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp; <ul></ul>

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Advanced Practitioner

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview Lay Members - HSABHarrow Safeguarding Adults Board (HSAB) is recruiting Lay Members:<ul><li>Are you interested in safeguarding adults in need of protection or care?</li><li>Are you confident in challenging safeguarding partners to achieve good outcomes for adults in Harrow?</li><li>Are you looking for a volunteering role where you can make an impact?</li><li>Could you help the HSAB to address local issues that affect how adults are protected in Harrow?</li></ul>Harrow Safeguarding Adults Board want to recruit lay members to support and challenge local agencies in their work of protecting adults across our community. Multi-agency Safeguarding in HarrowIn Harrow, the statutory functions for safeguarding adults are overseen by the Harrow Safeguarding Adults Board (HSAB), a multi-agency group of leaders from Health, Police, Social Care, voluntary and community agencies and other partners who work to ensure multi-agency co-ordination to keep adults safe and supported.It has been proven over time across the UK that strong multi-agency safeguarding partnerships feature Lay Members, who provide independent challenge and insight into how to keep adults safe. The role of Lay Member is crucial in holding safeguarding agencies to account and to support the HSAB as it continually strives to improve multi-agency safeguarding outcomes for adults in Harrow. About You Key Activity - Lay MembersThe successful candidate will partake in:<ul><li>Quarterly whole partnership meetings (where all agencies involved in safeguarding are present) or;</li><li> Smaller quarterly sub-groups which:<ul><li>do deep dive quality assurance work</li><li>review our safeguarding learning and development and</li><li>review individual serious safeguarding cases.</li></ul></li></ul>Key Qualities - Lay MembersThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>have a keen interest in child or adult safeguarding and in achieving good outcomes for children or adults through effective partnership working;</li><li>be confident in taking opportunities to constructively to challenge senior leaders and shape multi-agency safeguarding decision-making;</li><li>be committed to regularly attending and supporting the HSCP and HSAB as Lay Members.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=22844&amp;hashed=-609758023" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Salary: £59,759 &nbsp;- £69,584 Grade: Level 5, Zone 2 Location:&nbsp;5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type:&nbsp;(Fixed Term) 2 Years Hours:&nbsp;23 Hours, Part Time Closing Date:&nbsp;Sunday 31^st August at 23:59 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; How You’ll Be Involved This is an exciting new role,&nbsp;working directly within the Homes and Communities directorate alongside colleagues in the Family Therapy Service and the Camden Centre for Relational Practice. The core purpose of this role is to contribute to the development of systemic and relational practice within the Housing and Property Services and to provide advice and guidance to the service. Their guidance may include direct work with staff within Housing and Property Services; however, they will not be involved with direct work with residents. Instead, they will focus on providing consultation, supporting the embedding of relational systemic practice across the Housing and Property services workforce. A key aspect of this role will be to actively support staff, helping them feel safe, valued, and well-supported in their roles, thereby contributing to overall staff well-being and resilience. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for an exceptional Systemic Psychotherapist who is enthusiastic about the council’s ambition to deliver We Make Camden and wider corporate agendas such as The Way We Work. You’ll be passionate about supporting teams through reflective practice and fostering relational approaches that keep the best outcomes for residents at the heart of our work.&nbsp; You’re curious and confident in challenging the status quo, always looking for ways to improve the resident experience. You understand the value of working in partnership across services to deliver joined-up, customer-centred support. As someone who leads with authenticity and inspiration, you’ll bring others with you—making the council’s vision meaningful and motivating for all. Most importantly, you’ll be a champion for equality, diversity and inclusion, helping to make Camden a place where everyone feels they belong. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li> 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years </li> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme </li> <li> Flexible working opportunities; </li> <li> Interest free loans </li> <li> Access to our incredible staff networks </li> <li> Career development and training </li> <li> Wellbeing support and activities </li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Systemic Psychotherapist (Housing)

About the Borough<h1>Grow your career at the London Borough of Sutton - Social Care Recruitment</h1>About the Service and Team<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!!</a>About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin us online for the London Borough of Sutton Social Care Recruitment event to learn about exciting job opportunities in social care! <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Location - Online - &nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!!</a>Grow your career at the London Borough of SuttonAdult Social Care and Children Social Care Recruitment EventJoin us on Tuesday 30 September 2025&nbsp;to explore exciting career opportunities within Adult Social Care and Children’s Social Care at the London Borough of Sutton. The event is for experienced social workers and senior managers to find out about working life in Sutton, our culture and the changes we are making to deliver the best possible outcomes for the residents in our community.During the event, attendees will hear from:<ul><li>Our&nbsp;Children’s Principal Social Worker, Michael Radley, sharing insights on the new Practice Framework ‘Investing in Excellence’. This includes our 5 year training programme that provides the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your career, at any stage of your career journey.</li><li>Our&nbsp;Adult Principal Social Worker, Debbie Brough&nbsp;will share insights on the new Adult Social Care Operational Model and available career paths.</li><li>Experienced staff from our Locality Teams&nbsp;- sharing insights into the service, our delivery and our roles</li><li>The Recruitment Team to give an overview of our recruitment process and how to apply.</li><li>Have the opportunity to ask questions alongside the Hiring Managers and Recruitment Team.</li></ul>Access to the event is via a livestream. Register today to receive a link and joining instructions. We look forward to meeting you at the event!More info below:Sutton Children’s Social Care TeamWe have social work vacancies in the following areas:<ul><li>Leaving Care and Children Looked After</li><li>Children's Locality Teams</li><li>Court and Court Proceedings</li><li>Children and Young People with Disabilities</li><li>Early Help and Children First Contact Service</li><li>Specialist Support Work</li></ul>All of our vacancies can be viewed at: <a href="https://careers.sutton.gov.uk/categories/childrens-social-care#/" target="_blank">https://careers.sutton.gov.uk/categories/childrens-social-care#/</a>Sutton Adult Social Care TeamOur Current Vacancies are:<ul><li>Mental Health Team - Approved Mental Health Professionals</li><li>Adult’s Locality Teams</li></ul>All our vacancies can be viewed at:&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.sutton.gov.uk/categories/adult-social-care" target="_blank">https://careers.sutton.gov.uk/categories/adult-social-care</a>If you have significant working practice experience in social care, gained within a regulated authority and are looking to advance your career, this event is perfect for you. Learn from industry experts, network with professionals, and discover how you can make a difference in the lives of adults, children and their families. Don't miss out on this fantastic chance to take your career to the next level. We look forward to seeing you!Our Offer to You<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!!</a>Application Process<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!!</a>Additional Information<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!!</a>





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London Borough of Sutton

Social Care Recruitment Event - 30 September 2025 6pm - 7.30pm

About the BoroughThe London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world’s leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment. Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.About the Service and TeamAdult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career.Mental Health TeamWithin our boroughwide specialist service, there are three social work teams - The Transition Team, The Learning Disability Team, and the Mental Health Team.The Mental Health Team coordinates social care for individuals with complex mental health needs. Alongside delivering the AMHP service, the Mental Health Team also works closely with inpatient services promoting timely discharges for those in psychiatric admissions, coordinates community based support for individuals with social care needs related to their mental health, including S117 aftercare as well as meeting other statutory duties under the Care Act and providing Social Supervision to Conditionally Discharged clients.The AMHP roles are based within our full time dedicated AMHP service working out of Wallington alongside our health colleagues completing Mental Health Act assessments on a daily basis.&nbsp; However, there may be times when additional responsibilities under the Care Act may be required as part of the wider mental health service.&nbsp;&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAs part of the transformation within the London Borough of Sutton’s Adult Social Care service, we are recruiting Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) within the Mental Health Team. Reporting to the Team Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering top-quality, responsive care to individuals with mental health needs who require assessment under the Mental Health Act. The objective is to ensure that those in greatest need receive the support they require while safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety. Your responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Conducting assessments under the Mental Health Act to accurately identify and address individuals' needs.</li><li>Collaborating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to create personalised care plans that foster recovery and well-being.</li></ul>As an AMHP, you advocate for the rights and preferences of the individuals under our care, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout the assessment and treatment process. You'll work hand in hand with service users, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that address mental health needs and promote recovery and well-being. Given the nature of the role, resilience and the ability to manage stress and emotional demands are essential, as you'll be working with individuals experiencing mental health crises.&nbsp;If you can demonstrate empathy and maintain professionalism at all times, this role offers an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced and qualified Approved Mental Health Practitioner who are confident in their ability to work with individuals autonomously. Within your application you should demonstrate your skills, expertise and knowledge as well as:&nbsp;<ul><li>Demonstrating detailed knowledge of key legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Human Rights Act.</li><li>Having a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and legislative framework that underpins the Mental Health Code of Practice.</li><li>Direct experience of working with people experiencing mental health needs, including under the Care Act</li><li>Continued Professional Development within Mental Health Social Work&nbsp;</li><li>In possession of a valid warrant to practise as an AMHP and ensure the ongoing maintenance of this qualification</li><li>Professional Registration with Social Work England&nbsp;</li><li>A full driving licence and use of a vehicle</li></ul>If you are passionate about making a positive impact and possess the skills needed, we encourage you to apply. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our service users while furthering your professional development in a supportive environment.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Karen Norton-Lamb, Team Manager at <a href="mailto:Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.norton-lamb@sutton.gov.uk</a>.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 26-31 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade&nbsp;</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Two volunteering days per year</li><li>Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme (dependent on the role)&nbsp;</li><li>Adjustable and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Sutton we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our PRIDE values. Here at Sutton we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are in the process of updating our pay-scales in line with the pay award for NJC, Chief Officers and Chief Executives for April 2025 therefore please take this into account when viewing the salary on this position.We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. 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Salary: £48,969 - £55,797 Grade:&nbsp;Level 4 Zone 2 Location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 36, Full Time&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Closing Date: Tuesday 26^th August at 23:59 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved This role is an exciting opportunity to join Camden’s Single Homeless Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Manager. Covering the delivery of our rough sleeping services and supported accommodation services, the team’s aims are to reduce rough sleeping in Camden, improving the wellbeing of those who are rough sleeping, and commissioning high quality services to deliver these objectives. The borough’s new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy is currently being produced and represents an opportunity to further deliver high quality services to people rough sleeping.&nbsp; You will be responsible for commissioning a range of specialist support services for people who are street homeless, ensuring people receive high quality support to end their homelessness. You will complete key commissioning activities, including needs analyses, business cases, and service designs, in addition to regular contract management and quality assurance practices. You will ensure services are co-produced with those who use them, that they provide value for money, and that they are delivered through trauma, gender and culturally informed approaches. You will drive the integration of services across Adult Social Care, mental and physical health, and other key partners as well as supporting commissioning activities in the Adult Pathway.&nbsp; This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Basic DBS. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. We’re looking for someone who brings both innovation and collaboration to their work, and is motivated by the opportunity to improve services for people experiencing street homelessness. You’ll be confident leading commissioning exercises—from designing service specifications and analysing impact, to monitoring contracts and driving improvements. You’ll understand how to assure quality through audits and reviews, and you’ll be passionate about involving service users in shaping the support they receive. You’ll have a strong grasp of safeguarding, homelessness legislation, and commissioning practices, and be able to apply this knowledge in a strategic and integrated way. Working across services and systems, you’ll help align rough sleeping provision with Camden’s wider aims, building partnerships and leading change. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple projects at pace, mobilising short-term initiatives, and working to tight deadlines. Whether you’re negotiating with providers, responding to FOIs, or briefing senior leaders, you’ll communicate clearly and confidently, always with attention to detail and a focus on outcomes. This role also involves close collaboration with colleagues across Procurement, Legal, Finance and other departments, and occasional operational support alongside the Rough Sleeping Manager. You’ll also contribute to commissioning across the wider Adult Pathway when needed. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know&nbsp;that a work life balance is extremely&nbsp;important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.&nbsp; Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. Inclusion and Diversity&nbsp; We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Anonymised Application&nbsp;–&nbsp;in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. Asking for Adjustments&nbsp; Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at <a href="mailto:resourcing@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@camden.gov.uk</a> or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.

Single Homelessness Commissioning Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided by completing our application form. Please note, we do not accept CVs for this position.



At Epsom &amp; Ewell Borough Council, we are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our community. Our Community and Wellbeing Centre provides vital services to older and vulnerable residents, including those living with dementia. We are now seeking a compassionate and driven Senior Co-Ordinator to lead our Wellbeing Daycare services and help shape the future of community care in Epsom &amp; Ewell.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for the day-to-day management of the centre and its services, including the Dementia Hub, Community Transport, and Meals at Home. You will lead a dedicated team of Coordinators, Care Assistants, and Service leaders, Driver Technicians and volunteers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care and support.
You will:
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<li>&nbsp;Lead and support a multidisciplinary team</li>
<li>&nbsp;Oversee service delivery and compliance with health and safety standards</li>
<li>&nbsp;Manage budgets, set fees, and contribute to business planning</li>
<li>&nbsp;Engage with clients and families to ensure personalised, holistic care</li>
<li>&nbsp;Promote the centre and community services to the wider community</li>
<li>&nbsp;Coordinate events, activities, and volunteer support</li>
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You will have:
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<li>&nbsp;Proven leadership and team management experience</li>
<li>&nbsp;Experience working with older people and vulnerable adults</li>
<li>&nbsp;Strong organisational and communication skills</li>
<li>&nbsp;A person-centered approach with a focus on wellbeing and independence</li>
<li>&nbsp;IT literacy and confidence using Microsoft Office and databases</li>
<li>&nbsp;A relevant qualification in health, social care, or community services (IOSH desirable)</li>
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This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a professional and committed team and we look forward to receiving your application. For further details please contact Katie Charman 01372 732484 or Linda Scott 01372 732487
Closing date:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3 September 2025
Interviews/ assessments:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 16 September 2025

Community and Wellbeing Centre - Senior Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?Does the sound of leading a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families appeal to you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!About the Role:As a MASH Team Manager, you will provide leadership, management and professional guidance to your team. You will promote excellent social work practice, ensuring timely assessments, purposeful interventions and effective safeguarding measures.Through one to one and group supervisions, you will challenge and motivate the team to deliver outstanding services to our vulnerable children, young people and their families while upholding high professional standards.To be considered for an interview, your application will clearly evidence the following:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Extensive knowledge of childcare legislation, statutory guidance, and child development</li><li>Proven experience in professional leadership, driving practice improvements, and preparing formal reports</li><li>Strong analytical and decision-making skills to evaluate complex information</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and addressing inequality</li><li>Ability to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent supervision and support staff development</li></ul>We are looking to recruit a Team Manager for our MASH Service to play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy. Come and join us at Southwark and be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of children and families.About Us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘Good’ in all areas. Ofsted noted that “children are at the heart of practice in Southwark”.Additional Information:<ul><li>A competitive base salary (£52,674 - £59,772 per annum)</li><li>Welcome Payment of £2,500 (£1,250 on appointment and £1,250 paid after successful probation</li><li>Retention payment of £2,400 per year for your first two years, and £3,600 after three years.</li><li>Full time, 36 hours per week.</li><li>Location: Sumner House, SE15 5QS</li></ul>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We work alongside a clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We are co-located with agencies which reflect the needs of the community to support and promote quality work at the start of the child’s journey. We also have MASH Information Officers who offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Contact Details:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Avion Grant via email at <a href="mailto:Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk</a>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Recruitment Timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis.</li><li>Interview date/s: We have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul> We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2583333&amp;ptId=106780" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Team Manager MASH</a></li></ul>





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Team Manager - MASH

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamLocality Teams offer a social work service to children and young people in the Borough who are living at home on plans under Section 17 or Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.&nbsp; This is achieved by working in partnership with relevant agencies, children and young people and their families. We provide a diverse and inclusive working environment that ensures manageable caseloads, regular supervision,&nbsp; daily management support and an abundance of learning and development opportunities for our Social Workers to grow and flourish. We have a creative and flexible approach to the working week which allows for both home and office working which promotes a work/life balanceIn addition:<ul><li>Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development.</li><li>Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</li><li>We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).&nbsp;</li></ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Team Manager and receive a generous Welcome and Retention Bonus:<ul><li>£1000 paid in your first month salary</li><li>£1000 paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service</li><li>£2000 paid after your 2nd completed year in service</li><li>£3000 paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter.</li></ul>With a total package of up to £62,620 including bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in social care.Reporting to the Head of Service, we are looking for an experienced Team Manager to work in our Locality Teams. You will be responsible for the day to day running of a multidisciplinary team, providing direction and management oversight of Social Workers and supporting staff within Child Protection, Child in Need and Assessment and Referral services. Our objective is to ensure the children are at the centre of our recommendations and decision making.&nbsp; Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Managing a team of 4 Social Workers and 1 Specialist Support Worker, being responsible for case management decisions and compliance with practice standards, legal frameworks and policy.</li><li>Work across partners in the Borough including health, education, voluntary sector and others to create joint up plans to support young people</li><li>Ensuring that your staff and the team of staff in which you are based are equipped with the knowledge, skills and support to undertake their role.</li></ul>Team Managers work collaboratively and in partnership with other teams and organisations in health, education and legal services to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of the Borough. &nbsp;You will quality assure work through ensuring there are robust assessments, plans and outcomes for families and young peopleYour experience and leadership is key to providing the necessary case direction to all staff members (including partner agencies) within the team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting staff to adopt creative and innovative approaches while effectively managing your own time to meet tight deadlines and demonstrate measurable outcomes. If you are a dedicated and experienced social care professional looking to take on a challenging yet rewarding leadership role, we encourage you to apply.&nbsp;This position presents an excellent opportunity for experienced senior social workers/assistant managers and team managers who have demonstrated strong management and leadership capabilities, ideally within a local authority setting. As a subject matter expert in social care, you will be expected to possess an in-depth knowledge of current legislation, regulations, and guidance that's relevant to social work practice.Key competencies for the role include:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Social Work, with a preference for candidates holding a Master's degree and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Extensive post-qualification practice experience, combined with strong leadership and managerial skills to effectively manage and motivate a multidisciplinary team of social care professionals..</li><li>Significant knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children's Act 1989 and Working Together Guidance 2023</li><li>Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and community partners to achieve shared objectives</li></ul>If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of the children and families in our community, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile, contact Shelley Leo Service Manager on name on <a href="mailto:shelley.leo@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">shelley.leo@sutton.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; or the Recruitment Team on <a href="mailto:recruitment@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sutton.gov.uk</a>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.#LI-SR1





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Team Manager - Children Social Care

About the BoroughGrow your career at the London Borough of Sutton -&nbsp;Social Care Recruitment Event<a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Location - Online - &nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grow-your-career-at-the-london-borough-of-sutton-social-care-recruitment-tickets-1580689608169?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Click here to get a ticket and receive a link to join our Social Care Recruitment Event!</a>Join us on Tuesday 30 September 2025 @ 6pm&nbsp;to explore exciting career opportunities within Children's Social Care at the London Borough of Sutton.27 In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamThe Children Looked After and Leaving Care Service in Sutton is dedicated to supporting all Children in Care and Care Leavers on their journey toward independence. Our primary responsibility is to ensure high-quality care planning for permanency, fulfilling our statutory obligations to Children in Care and Care Leavers. We strive to provide a consistent, restorative approach that prioritises the voices of children and young people while being trauma-informed.Joining Sutton, you can expect to receive:<ul><li>A broad range of post-qualifying education opportunities designed to encourage continuous learning and professional growth, as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) with Kingston University and regional partners</li><li>Opportunities to attend conferences, workshops, and access research and practice resources for ongoing development.</li></ul>Sutton Council is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, featuring various staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network, and Women’s +A Network. These groups empower staff to have a voice and actively drive positive change within the organisation.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Team Manager in our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Team and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:<ul><li>£1,000 paid with your first month's salary</li><li>£1,000 for your first completed year of service</li><li>£2,000 for your second completed year of service</li><li>£3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter</li></ul>As a Team Manager for the Children Looked After Team, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the care and support provided to children in our care. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading and managing a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective social care services for looked after children.</li><li>Ensuring that all interventions are child-centred, emphasising the best interests of the children and young people in our care.</li><li>Overseeing the assessment, planning, and review processes for looked after children.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, policies, and professional standards.</li></ul>As a leader, you will foster a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages professional growth and continuous improvement. You will oversee care planning, quality assurance reports, and the direct work of your team, while chairing meetings and collaborating with multi-agency professionals to safeguard the children and young people in our care. This role offers challenges in a dynamic and diverse environment, allowing you to expand your knowledge and skill set within children’s social care. Our teams are renowned for their ability to create exceptional care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of our service users, incorporating input from professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes.Are you ready to take the next step in your social care career? We are committed to supporting your growth in a diverse and inclusive environment, as you embark on your career with Sutton’s Adult Social Care. Apply now and join us on our journey!This position offers an excellent opportunity for existing team managers and experienced social workers with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner, capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care.&nbsp;In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul><li>To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar.</li><li>Experience of working with children within a care environment.</li><li>Significant experience of leading and managing a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families.</li><li>Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals.</li><li>Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge.</li></ul>You will join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, you can view the Role Profile or contact Debbie Owen Head of Service Corporate Parenting&nbsp; (<a href="mailto:debbie.owen@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">debbie.owen@sutton.gov.uk</a>)Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Team Manager - Leaving Care and Children Looked After

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Full time, permanent.&nbsp;
In Redbridge, we are at the heart of regeneration and change in East London.&nbsp; We benefit from excellent transport links across London and Essex and our offices, based in Ilford, are only 9 minutes from Stratford and 18 minutes from Liverpool Street, in the heart of the city.
Our vision is Ambitious for Redbridge, and to help us meet our challenges, the Council is shaping its service areas to meet the needs and diversity of the population whilst being in a challenging financial period.
Our day opportunities service spans over the whole of Redbridge Council and you will be working across all sites within Redbridge.
You will manage a fast paced and challenging community-based service, which supports vulnerable and disabled service users and their carers.&nbsp; You will have a proven track record of efficient management of a community-based day opportunities service, with extensive experience at adult social services managerial level.&nbsp;
You will have working experience of the philosophy for dynamic service provision, including promoting individual rights, independence, choices and inclusion. You will have specialised experience of providing creative services for people living with advanced dementia, physical and sensory disabilities, learning disabilities and mental health. This will include developing and managing community-based programmes of provision based on the findings of care act assessments, person centred plans and risk assessments. Central to this is to manage the delivery of, effective, efficient and value for money services, with particular emphasis on project delivery and income generation to support the councils&amp;© budgetary pressures.
You will be able to demonstrate experience of managing and developing a large team of Senior Community Support Workers, Community Support Workers and other staff.&nbsp; You will lead on consultation with service users, carers and families to ensure service provision is of a high standard and good outcomes are met.&nbsp; You will ensure person centred support plans and key working are in place and audit these.&nbsp; You will deliver on people&amp;©s aspirations of independence, including health and wellbeing outcomes, community outcomes, personal empowerment and development, wishes and to try new things.&nbsp;
You will also need to demonstrate experience of managing budgets and be responsible for management of budget of 100k and above.&nbsp; You will understand financial procedures and how to work within audit guidelines, recommendations and council policies and procedures.&nbsp; You will also have responsibility for management and development of income generation to the council.
This post requires you to demonstrate management level leadership within an Adult Social Services environment.&nbsp; Please do not apply if you cannot demonstrate this.
To apply for this role, you must submit an online application form along with uploading a copy of your CV and supporting statement. CVs sent via email will not be accepted.&nbsp;
For further information please contact Alison McCabe, Service Team Manager Provision, <a href="mailto:Alison.McCabe@Redbridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alison.McCabe@Redbridge.gov.uk</a>

London Borough of Redbridge

Day Opportunities Operational Manager

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To apply, please complete the application form in full which can be downloaded from the school’s website at <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a> &nbsp;or contact our Personnel Officer, via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a> or by telephone on 01344 390826.
King’s Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Employment is with King's Academies and not Bracknell Forest Council. The Trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

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It is not just our teaching staff who help us create a positive culture for learning where students are Respectful, Successful and World Wise. All staff are vital in helping students achieve their full potential and ensure that they can make a positive contribution to society on a global stage.&nbsp;&nbsp;
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Inclusion Officer to join our school. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day running of the inclusion room and ensuring it has a positive impact on our students. The successful candidate will need to have extremely high standards, have experience of working with young people and prior behavioural management is desirable.&nbsp; A caring, flexible and common-sense approach is important to ensure that all students achieve to the best of their ability.
King’s Academy Easthampstead Park is a co-educational, community comprehensive serving Bracknell South.&nbsp; As a school we strive to give our students every opportunity to be happy, healthy and successful. We aim to deliver the best quality teaching and learning in a school where staff and students have respect and pride in themselves, their school and their community.&nbsp;
We work with our students to develop their aspirations and talents to achieve their full potential in a safe, caring and supportive environment. We have a friendly and supportive staff who enjoy working with a student body that fully reflects our community. There is a strong sense that the school is moving forward and we believe that this is an exciting time to join us.&nbsp; King’s Academy Easthampstead Park, values diversity and promotes equality.&nbsp;
Our vision is to deliver a school judged as outstanding, that lives up to its values and beliefs. Our sense of community is built around the quality of relationships between staff, students and parents with the emphasis on respect and pride.&nbsp;
Closing date: Wednesday 3 September 2025
Interviews to take place: w/c 8 September 2025
To apply, please complete the application form in full which can be downloaded from the school’s website at <a href="https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.kgaeasthampstead.uk/staff-vacancies/</a> &nbsp;or contact our Personnel Officer, via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a> or by telephone on 01344 390826.
Our recruitment has safeguarding at the heart of the process.&nbsp; We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.&nbsp; Appropriate checks will be undertaken including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.&nbsp; 
We reserve the right to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence obligations on shortlisted candidates and candidates will be provided the opportunity to address any issues or concerns that may come up during the search at interview.

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