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About The Role
Salary: £29,540 - £32,061 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: County Hall North, Horsham
<ul>
<li>Do you possess good communication skills?</li>
<li>Are you resilient, adaptable, and organised?</li>
<li>Have you worked in a multi-agency setting before?</li>
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Then this might be the role for you!
As an Integrated Front Door (IFD) Support Officer in the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), you will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team including police, health, education and social workers. The IFD team is the access point to Children's Social Care in West Sussex.
In this role, you will be a member of this multi-agency team with the responsibility for gathering information to inform decisions about the level of need for a child or young person into Children's social care. You will provide a recommendation for the appropriate outcomes, while ensuring that practice is compliant with statutory responsibilities and that the child or young person is not at immediate risk of harm.
The work will involve regular contact with people who access or need the service who may present challenging behaviours, and/or subject matter which may be distressing, for example, dealing with vulnerable individuals and families or those with complex problems.
Just some of the things you can expect from the role:
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<li>Communicating effectively with people accessing the service, which could include children, families, general members of the public as well as other professionals both internally and externally.</li>
<li>Completing initial enquiries to review the needs of the individuals and families you are working with.</li>
<li>Triaging incoming requests for support across several mediums, including an email inbox.</li>
<li>Maintenance of accurate records and reports to ensure highly accurate record keeping and data.</li>
<li>Being a representative for the service by delivering services to those people who access or need the service, acting with integrity, professionalism, and respect on behalf of the organisation. This ensures that the needs of individuals are paramount.</li>
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Experience and Skills
To be successful in this role, you will need to:
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<li>Analyse and interpret information to complete initial assessments of the level of need on a case-by-case basis. Also ensuring that if the level of risk for harm is high, that it is escalated accordingly.</li>
<li>Work within a multi-agency setting to support the decision-making process within the function and respond sensitively and flexibly dependant on the audience of the communication.</li>
<li>Be able to identify range of interventions and apply the most suitable or appropriate service for a child or family in line with their needs.</li>
<li>Understand and reflect on the impact of your work and the effects it may have on the individuals you are working to support. Know when you need to escalate and seek help to ensure the needs are met.</li>
<li>GCSE English and Maths (Grades 9-4 or A-C) or equivalent to demonstrate experience of operating at this level of literacy/numeracy.</li>
<li>Experience of providing advice and guidance to individuals.</li>
<li>Being able to work under pressure and within strict timescales.</li>
<li>Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies, and procedures to individual pieces of work.</li>
<li>An awareness of the policies, practices, and procedures relevant to providing support to children and families as well as the role of social care.</li>
<li>Sound and accurate IT knowledge with experience of maintaining databases with clear, accurate records of all work undertaken and producing records, reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences.</li>
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For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.
Rewards and Benefits
As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work you do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits such as:
For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>
About Us
The Integrated Front Door brings together Children's Social Care, Early Help and a multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective way to manage referrals in West Sussex. As the first point of contact with children and families, the IFD can influence their entire journeys. As a fast-moving service everyone can make a difference and we build strong relationships with a wide range of partner agencies including police, health and housing professionals who are co-located and working together to ensure the best outcomes for children, young people and families.
For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.
Further Information
The reference number for this role is CAFHE06064
To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

MASH & IFD Support Officer

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About UsBreakwater offers short to medium term residential care for children aged 12-17 on admission. You will be working with children who present a range of social, emotional, and mental health difficulties due to family breakdown and early childhood trauma. Children who are referred to Breakwater are often victims of exploitation, involved in crime, and may have experienced a breakdown in education provision. They may be at risk of becoming homeless and have limited support around them. Alongside the main part of the home, Breakwater also offers two smaller self-contained flats to support children who are looking to move into semi-independent living. We recognise that the transition to adulthood can be challenging, and that we need to promote emotional and social development alongside practical skills to achieve readiness for the future. The two flats are fully equipped for children to meet all their independence needs, with the additional support of staff being on hand when needed. While living in these flats, the children complete a six-month programme, which prepares them for independent living. The Breakwater team are trained in a range of interventions to promote independence and support children during this transitional period.About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum including weekend working allowance with excellent local government pension, annual leave entitlement and further benefits Working Pattern: Full time (37 hours full time) + rota for evening and weekend work Contract: Permanent Location: ShorehamChildren's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 monthsTo support recruitment into this vital area West Sussex County Council offer £1,500 during the employee's first 18 months where they are recruited to a new permanent role which is identified as hard to recruit and remain in the County Council's employment during this time.The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 monthsTo succeed at this role, you will help to provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment for our children and young people, ensuring that we meet our statutory obligations to the highest standards possible. With direct responsibility for designated children or young people, you will ensure that each person is given the appropriate care and support to achieve their full potential.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website, <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/" target="_blank">Children's residential care careers</a>.Shifts and rotas - for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, which will include every other weekend and sleep in duties when needed. This will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenienceExperience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul>
<li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li>
<li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li>
<li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li>
<li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents, with a Grade C or above (4-9) in GCSE or equivalent qualification in English. If you do not hold this, you will need to apply for English Functional Skills before being considered for this role. You can find out more about gaining an English Functional Skills on the Government website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/improve-english-maths-it-skills" target="_blank">Improve your English, Maths and IT Skills</a>.</li>
</ul>Please be advised you are required to bring certificates for English and any Childcare qualifications you hold.For the full list of experience, qualification and key skills required please review the attached job description below.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05448 . For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact one of the following people;Eerik Sjostedt (Registered Manager) <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>Charlotte Blandford (Resourcing Specialist) <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>To apply, upload your CV and cover letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A fully employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page."Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Residential Childcare Worker - Breakwater

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About Us Orchard House is an 'Outstanding' OFSTED rated children's residential home providing a range of services that make a difference to the lives of children who have severe and complex learning disabilities, and their families.Nestled in a picturesque area, our newly modernised home features an expansive garden filled with diverse resources and activities from tailored lounges, quiet spaces to a dedicated train hut! Our dedicated team are able to create enriching experiences that help children grow, feel safe, and most importantly have fun while reaching their full potential. For example, every summer is packed with themed weeks, exciting field trips, and shared BBQs with other homes.Our support is tailored to meet individual needs and ranges from clubs and day care to short breaks and full-time care.We are a large, cohesive team who can discuss ideas and challenge issues to inform decision making and we believe in looking after each other so that we are able to offer our best to the children.As our Residential Childcare Worker says "Watching our young people thrive and grow, while challenging at times, makes your time here very rewarding."What do other people say about us:"a fantastic home, where everyone went way beyond what we were expecting and always with a smile. Orchard House and its staff will stay in our hearts forever.""a thoughtful, enthusiastic and reflective team who were really energising to work with."For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website, <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/" target="_blank">Children's residential care careers</a>.About the RoleSalary: £28,598 - £30,023 per annum including weekend working allowance with excellent local government pension scheme, annual leave entitlement and further benefits. Working Pattern: Part time and full time (37 hours full time) + rota for evening and weekend work Contract: Permanent Location: Cuckfield, Haywards HeathChildren's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 monthsTo support recruitment into this vital area West Sussex County Council offer £1,500 during the employee's first 18 months where they are recruited to a new permanent role which is identified as hard to recruit and remain in the County Council's employment during this time.The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 monthsTo succeed at this role, you will help to provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment for our children and young people, ensuring that we meet our statutory obligations to the highest standards possible. With direct responsibility for designated children or young people, you will ensure that each person is given the appropriate care and support to achieve their full potential.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-childrens-residential-care/#1" target="_blank">website, Careers in Children's Residential Care.</a>Shifts and rotas - for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, which will include every other weekend and sleep in duties when needed. This will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenienceExperience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul>
<li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li>
<li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li>
<li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li>
<li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li>
<li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li>
<li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li>
<li>Good standard of literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents, with a Grade C or above (4-9) in GCSE or equivalent qualification in English. If you do not hold this, you will need to apply for English Functional Skills before being considered for this role. You can find out more about gaining an English Functional Skills on the Government website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/improve-english-maths-it-skills" target="_blank">Improve your English, Maths and IT Skills</a>.</li>
</ul>Please be advised you are required to bring certificates for English and any Childcare qualifications you hold.For the full list of experience, qualification and key skills required please review the attached job description below.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05432.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact one of the following people;Sue Wadey (Registered Manager) Charlotte Blandford (Resourcing Advisor) To apply, upload your CV and cover letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A full employment history will also be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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