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37 hours per week
2 x Social Worker vacancies available
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working.
Are you a committed and compassionate Social Worker ready to elevate your career? The Isle of Wight Council is inviting skilled professionals to become part of our progressive Localities Team, where your expertise will help shape the future of adult social care across our island community.
This is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact, collaborate across services, and develop your professional skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. Working on the Isle of Wight also offers a rare blend of professional fulfilment and personal wellbeing, with a work/life balance that’s hard to match.
As a Social Worker with us, you’ll be central to assessing needs, planning interventions, and delivering high-quality care aligned with the Care Act eligibility criteria. You’ll work across varied settings, engaging with individuals, families, and partner organisations to achieve the best possible outcomes for those we support.&nbsp; You’ll be part of a team that values your experience, encourages your development, and supports your growth through supervision, training, and continuous professional development.
We’re seeking&nbsp;qualified, SWE registered,&nbsp;professionals to join our Localities team who bring:
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<li>Proven ability to engage effectively with individuals in varied environments.</li>
<li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li>
<li>Confidence in negotiating, influencing, and developing support plans that meet service standards.</li>
<li>Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage caseloads and meet time targets.</li>
<li>Authoritative knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and care resources.</li>
<li>Financial awareness to ensure accurate support planning and budget monitoring.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Microsoft applications and specialist systems confidently, ensuring high-quality, timely, and accurate data recording.</li>
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<li>A welcoming, professional team environment</li>
<li>Opportunities to influence and innovate in social care delivery</li>
<li>A council committed to equality, inclusion, and excellence</li>
<li>The chance to live and work in the beautiful Isle of Wight community</li>
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Ready to make a difference? Apply now and tell us about your expertise, compassion, and drive to a role that truly matters.

Social Worker x2

A vacancy has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Kinship and Post Order Support Team. This is an exciting time to join the team and we are seeking a child focused social worker to join us in our improvement journey.The successful applicant will work with connected carers and special guardianship applicants with an emphasis on assessment work, developing support plans as well as developing our support services for Special Guardians. A large proportion of the work within the team is undertaking court directed assessments of friends and families when alternative care plans are being considered for children. This is an exciting yet challenging and complex area of social work. We are looking for experienced professionals who have good knowledge of working within a kinship carers team, a professional who has dynamism to manage a varied case load.If you are passionate and committed to improving the lives and opportunities of children and young people and can ensure that children are at the centre of the work that you do; then we would like to hear from you. Please contact George Layzell Service Manager via email on <a href="mailto:george.layzell@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">george.layzell@medway.gov.uk</a> to arrange an informal discussion about this role.<h4>In return we offer you</h4><ul><li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Social Worker - Kinship and Post Order Support Team (Fostering)

We are recruiting a Senior Practitionerat Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours - These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below.Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Brecon House, Mamhilad, PontypoolTeam: South East Wales Emergency Duty Team (SEWEDT)This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 with an additional £2,995 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. The South East Wales Emergency Duty Team provides an emergency social work service out-of-hours to the five local authorities of Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, and Torfaen. We are an enthusiastic and dedicated team who strive to support adults, children and families who are facing crisis out of hours. The team responds to emergency situations involving children, young people, vulnerable adults, that cannot wait until the next working day, working closely with other partner agencies, such as the police and health. Caerphilly, as the lead authority, provides the service for the partner authorities from a centrally located office base. We operate a 4-week rota which includes working weekends, bank holidays and overnights with a duty manager available at all times either office based or on call overnight. The post includes a 20% temporary disturbance for working out of hours plus a Market Supplement for Approved Mental Health Professionals: (£2995 pro rata). We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Work Practitioner to join our well-established team. Please note that on this occasion we are actively looking to prioritise candidates who are Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHP), and it is desirable that candidates have experience in safeguarding children and adults at risk with a focus on working with adults, children, carers and families in crisis. We also provide excellent training opportunities that will support the successful candidate with their on-going professional development. It is essential that applicants are in possession of the minimum qualifications of Diploma/Degree in Social Work or equivalent, are an approved Mental Health Practitioner or committed to undertake this training and have at least 3 years post-qualifying experience. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/ Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Knowledge of appropriate legislation e.g. Children Act 1989, Social Service and Well Being (Wales) Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007. Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.</li><li>3 years post qualifying experience of working in a Social Services department.</li><li>Experience of discharging statutory duties under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989, Section 76 Social Services Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 and implementing Child Protection procedures or Experience as an Approved Mental Health Practitioner.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>-We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact David Thomas on 01495 767045/6 or 07515598336 or email <a href="mailto:thomad5@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomad5@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker. This post attracts a Market Supplement of £2,995 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Senior Practitioner - South East Wales Emergency Duty Team

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentJoin Our Adoption Team as a Social Worker!Are you passionate about making a life-changing difference in the lives of children and families? Our Adoption Team is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to support our mission of creating safe, loving, and permanent homes for children.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Recruit, Assess, and Prepare: Work closely with prospective adoptive parents, conducting interviews, compiling reports, and providing expert advice to assist the Panel in making informed decisions.</li><li>Support Matching and Placement: Help approved adopters find the right match, providing support during introductions, placement, and the adoption process, including court representation and training as needed.</li><li>Permanency Planning Leadership: Play a key role in permanency planning by guiding and supporting child care social workers with decisions and processes related to adoption.</li></ul>If you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a supportive, professional, and diverse team,&nbsp;apply today!Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a compassionate and experienced professional who is ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. If you are a qualified social worker with:<ul><li>Extensive Experience: Significant post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field.</li><li>Strong Decision-Making Skills: Confidence in making professional judgments in multidisciplinary settings.</li><li>A Solid Understanding of Child Care and Adoption: Including knowledge of child care and adoption legislation, and the lifelong impact adoption has on adopted people, their families, and birth families.</li><li>Expertise in Communication: Familiarity with theories and techniques for effectively communicating with children.</li><li>In-Depth Knowledge of Legislation: Comprehensive understanding of statutory responsibilities and quality standards in Adoption Services.</li></ul>We do ask that you have&nbsp;DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a passion for child welfare, and wants to be part of a team that creates life-changing outcomes for children and families.If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1431294&amp;ptId=12043" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1431304&amp;ptId=12043" target="_blank">download: Social Worker - Adoption &amp; Permanence Team JD (1).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Social Worker - Adoption Team

Role: Children’s Social Worker - Family Support and ProtectionDivision: Supporting Families Division Salary: Grade I-K - £45,852 - £57,495 plus travel allowance of £1,340 per annumContract: PermanentLocation: LBTH Town Hall, 106 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BJAbout UsWe believe that the best place for children is to be raised within their own families, immediate or wider, wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. In Tower Hamlets we are committed to building relationships and strengthening families by working with people in a compassionate and understanding way. We are ambitious for Tower Hamlets children and families and endeavour for every child and young person to be healthy, safe and successful.Tower Hamlets is a progressive, ambitious and diverse place to work. We place children and families at the heart of everything that we do and are relentless in our pursuit of positive outcomes for all.Our Better Together Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts which underpin Restorative Practice and draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed PracticeOur C-Change approach: Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, sets out “6 Cs ” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other.About the RoleWe are recruiting experienced social workers for our front door service in Family Support and Protection Teams.If you are passionate about building relationships with children and families at their first contact with Children’s Social Care, focused on working towards positive outcomes for children and have at least 1 year of post-qualifying experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care team, we would love you to apply.Family Support and Protection Service (FSP) consists of 10 social work teams. Family Support and Protection undertake child in need work, child protection work, alongside court work. This enables social workers to gain a good understanding of statutory work, but we also work closely with schools, health and voluntary organisations that formulates good partnership working with the ultimate aim of safeguarding and supporting children, young people and their families.About You<ul> <li>Have working knowledge of the framework within which social care operates, inclusive of legislation and national guidance and procedures specific to this post</li> <li>Have knowledge of statutory work with children, including children in need, child protection, children looked after and court work. Knowledge of different types of interventions in family support</li> <li>A nationally recognised or other social work England recognised social work qualification</li> <li>Have at least 1 year of post-qualifying experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care setting</li></ul>Our BenefitsWe've been working hard to make Tower Hamlets a great place to practice social work. We will help you to develop excellent social work practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace. We are committed to developing excellent practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of choice. We offer a competitive salary - Grade I-K - £45,852 - £57,495 plus travel allowance of £1,340 per annumWe offer brand new state-of-the-art offices in the heart of the east end with great transport connections. We have fantastic transport links – Tower Hamlets town hall is directly opposite Whitechapel Station, putting all of London within easy reach of the town hall. Our employees are put on the Local Government Pension Scheme. This is a career average salary scheme, so your pension benefits are guaranteed and do not depend on how investments perform. We pay into the fund on your behalf. We have a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 working days, rising to 33 days with 5+ years' service, in addition to bank holidays and an additional 3 days at Christmas. We positively encourage flexible working and work life balance aimed at supporting individual employee requirements within the context of meeting service needs. We have a number of money-saving schemes, including a rent deposit scheme (which offers staff an interest free loan to help pay rent deposits) and season ticket loan scheme (interest-free loans to help staff when purchasing travel season tickets). You will also benefit from:<ul> <li>A manageable and diverse caseload and good quality reflective supervision</li> <li>Coaching and support from our well-established Learning Academy, and the opportunity to practice within our bespoke practice model Better Together, which encompasses restorative, systemic and trauma informed practice principles Core, elective, flexible and specialist learning pathways, as well as clear development pathways for every stage of your social work career</li> <li>Opportunities to develop your practice, with a clear framework for career development/leadership programme</li> <li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working </li></ul>How to ApplyWe have simplified our application process, please complete a short application on our online application system and upload your CV.Closing date: This role is closing for applications on the 24th November 2025 (midnight)Test Stage: If successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to partake in stage 1 and 2 of the interview process (a group challenge and written exercise) on Wednesday 3rd December 2025.Interview: If successful in test stage 1 and 2, you will then be invited for a panel interview on the Friday 12th December 2025.Please keep these dates freeFor further information regarding the role, please contact:Stuart Andrews at <a href="mailto:Stuart.Andrews@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stuart.Andrews@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> or Jaishree Bisht at <a href="mailto:Jaishree.Bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jaishree.Bisht@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>Additional DetailsTower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).Tower Hamlets Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.





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London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Children’s Social Worker - Family Support and Protection

Job Title: Director of Children &amp; Families Starting Salary: £115,170 progressing to £127,731 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Base Location: Farnham House, Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services Are you a strategic leader passionate about making a difference for children and families? Hertfordshire County Council is driving change and shaping the future of Children’s Services.We’re seeking a visionary Director of Children and Families to lead strategic social care services and champion child-centred practice across a diverse and growing community.You’ll provide transformational leadership through national reforms, oversee workforce strategy, and deliver high-quality safeguarding and family support services. This is a pivotal role, influencing multi-agency partnerships and ensuring excellence in statutory standards.<h4> Key accountabilities of the role:</h4><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for all children’s social care services, including safeguarding, family support, youth justice, and specialist interventions.</li><li>Drive workforce strategy and service transformation through national reforms, ensuring high performance and compliance with statutory standards.</li><li>Lead Hertfordshire’s safeguarding agenda, chair key partnership boards, and influence multi-agency collaboration for continual improvement.</li><li>Represent HCC at senior forums and partnerships, shaping policy and delivering excellence across children and family services.</li></ul><h4>What we’re looking for you to bring (Person Specification)</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Degree qualification in relevant disciplines and/or additional knowledge gained through management / qualification.</li><li>Professional qualification in social work &amp; registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Significant experience of Children’s Services management and oversight of safeguarding and child protection at a senior level.</li><li>Experience of leading work in the partnership arena and within a political environment.</li><li>Expert knowledge of legislation, best practice, and sector-wide standards.</li><li>Inspirational leader with strong communication and influencing skills at senior level.</li><li>Collaborative and commercially astute, with sound financial understanding.</li><li>Skilled in negotiation and driving change through constructive challenge and partnership.</li><li>Ability to drive around Hertfordshire, using your own mode of transport to travel to other locations.</li></ul>This job role is within the Leadership, level job profile. Please locate this via: Organisational Leadership<h4>Recruitment Information &amp; Timelines</h4>Applications:Please submit your application online, with a CV and covering letter (maximum of two A4 pages) outlining your experiences in relation to the key accountabilities of the role.Closing date:Thursday 27th November 2025 – noon.Technical Interview:A technical interview will be conducted with the Executive Director of Children Services via MS Teams Wednesday 10th December 2025.Final Interview:Monday 15th December 2025 – Farnham House, Stevenage.If you wish to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>If you’re ready to lead with impact and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Candidate Pack - Director of Children and Families Nov 2025.pdf</li></ul> 





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Hertfordshire County Council

Director of Children & Families

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Qualified Social Worker Opportunities in LewishamWe have opportunities in the following teams, so if you are a social worker or occupational therapist follow the links below to learn more about the service area and to access the job description and person specification.&nbsp;Social Worker &nbsp;- Neighbourhood TeamsThe main purpose of this job is to work as a case management social worker to assess the needs of vulnerable adults and their carers, and support them to arrange services to meet their needs. The service is organised within a locality model, consisting of four neighbourhood clusters across the Borough.&nbsp;You will have strong adult social care assessment skills that are informed by strength based practice, experience and knowledge of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and adult safeguarding processes.&nbsp;Social Worker - Psychological Medicine and Older Adults Team (PMOA)Social Workers are needed in the PMOA Team to provide a range of social care assessments for older people with severe and complex mental health needs, as well as services for adults of all ages who have dementia. This work is undertaken in partnership with South London and Maudsley (SLaM) NHS Foundation Trust and requires a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983), Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005).&nbsp;Social Worker - Gateway&nbsp;Social workers in the Gateway provide the initial point of contact for new referrals concerning vulnerable individuals. They screen and prioritize incoming requests, gathering essential information and signposting to appropriate services. Essential knowledge includes referral criteria for various services, local community resources, and effective communication strategies. Referrals come from individuals, families, professionals, and concerned members of the public, and experience of effective needs assessment, an understanding of strength based practice and clear communication in a high-volume environment is essential.Social Worker - MASH&nbsp;Social workers in Adult MASH provide a multi-agency response to safeguarding vulnerable adults. They triage and assess concerns, sharing information between social care, police, and health to make joint protection decisions. Essential knowledge includes the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and safeguarding processes. Referrals come from individuals, families, professionals, and concerned members of the public, and experience of inter-agency work in a fast-based team is essential.Social Worker - Transitions Team&nbsp;The Transitions Service requires experienced social workers to support young adults, aged 18-25, with learning disabilities and/or Autism as they move into adulthood. This involves complex case work and support planning, including Mental Capacity Assessments and safeguarding to promote positive risk-taking and person-centred decision making. Strength based approaches and collaborating with all our partners is essential to how we foster well-being and connect people to their communities, and we’d like to hear from you if you can contribute to this important work.&nbsp;Social Worker - AWLD&amp; Autism TeamThe Adults with Learning Disability and Autism Team is seeking social workers to drive their innovative and continuously improving service. You'll deliver person-centred support across diverse settings, handling complex casework including Mental Capacity Assessments, court work, and safeguarding. The role emphasizes promoting positive risk-taking and fostering well-being through strength-based approaches and community collaboration. If you're a social worker committed to best practices and contributing to vital work, we want to hear from you.Social Worker - Complex Hospital Discharge TeamWe are seeking qualified and experienced Hospital social workers to join our dynamic hospital discharge team. You'll provide crucial support to patients, ensuring timely, safe, and person-centred transitions of care. This involves conducting holistic assessments, coordinating discharge plans, and advocating for adults with different degrees of vulnerability. The work requires confidence in in legal frameworks such as the Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005), effective communication skills, and a commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and person-centred hospital discharge.Social Worker - Discharge to Assess / Enablement SW Team&nbsp;We have social work vacancies in our Discharge to Assess (D2A) service. You'll work in a multi-disciplinary team, conducting holistic assessments and developing support plans for adults returning home after a period of hospital admission. You’ll ensure care is delivered according to the Care Act 2014, facilitating timely and safe discharges. If you're proactive and collaborative, we’d welcome your application.&nbsp;Mental Health Social Worker &nbsp;/ Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) - Adult Mental Health ServicesOur integrated mental health services seek social workers to support working-age adults (age 18-65) with serious mental health conditions. You'll assess needs under the Care Act (2014), Mental Health Act (1983) and Mental Capacity Act (2005); create person-centred care plans; provide interventions, and coordinate care as part of a multi-disciplinary team. We require qualified social workers with community mental health experience, strong assessment, communication, and safeguarding skills, and a commitment to delivering compassionate care and support.Social Worker - Placement Review TeamThe purpose of the Placement Review Team is to regularly review care and support arrangements, particularly for individuals placed in residential or nursing homes. The aim is to ensure that the placement remain safe and continue to meet the needs of the residents. The target group are adults receiving long-term care and support arranged by the Council, particularly those in funded placements. We need competent social workers with practice strengths pertaining to the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and experience of review process and safeguarding practice.&nbsp;About Adult Social Care in Lewisham&nbsp;“This is an exciting time to join Lewisham Adult Social Care. Whether you are at an early stage in your career or a more experienced practitioner looking for a change, we have the right job for you!&nbsp;Recently, Lewisham Adult Social Care completed a service restructure to better support our residents and our staff. We have strengthened our Leadership Teams, refreshed and consolidated our career pathways and enabled better interactions between services. We repositioned our Advanced Practitioners, so they are located where they are most required – in Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams across Adult Social Care and Mental Health. These practitioners support leadership teams through complex case work, share their expertise with colleagues, lead on practice development across the organization and complete quality assurance tasks, including case file audits.&nbsp;The Adult Social Care workforce in Lewisham is relatively stable, but there remains a need to respond to social change, welcome innovation, and address the demand for constant service improvement.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A recent innovation has been to reposition our Advanced Practitioners, so they are located where they are most required – in Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams across Adult Social Care and Mental Health. These practitioners support leadership teams through complex case work, share their expertise with colleagues, lead on practice development across the organization and complete quality assurance tasks, including audits.&nbsp;In Lewisham, we invest in and value our staff, and that’s why so many of our Social Workers and Occupational Therapists choose the stability that we offer and build their careers with us.&nbsp;Our Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams are well managed, and the staff are friendly supportive and welcoming. So, see what’s on offer and complete an application if you’d like to join us”!Our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) offer is the best you are likely to get anywhere.&nbsp;We have a training matrix matched to the regulatory requirements of social workers and occupational therapists and promote the uptake of specialist training and post-qualifying courses which include, Consolidation pathways for newly qualified social workers; Practice Educator (aka PEPS) training; Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) training; Best Interest Assessor (BIA) training etc.&nbsp;In addition, we have a range of innovative initiatives, such as Our Complex Case Forum to address casework that may prove particularly challenging to case holders; a High Risk Panel, which sits under the auspices of the Safeguarding Adult Board, where opportunities are provided to access multi-agency case direction when exceptional risk presents regarding safeguarding practice; the Joint Thinking Space is aligned to our Think Family strategy and enables joined up and effective round table dialogue between children and adult professionals. There are also opportunities to join various bite size learning forums, and to be part of a learning organization, as we have a well-established culture of supporting adult learners and social work students on practice placements.&nbsp;Council-employed staff are also supported through social work and OT apprenticeship degrees, and newly qualified social workers through the ASYE. This creates a truly rich and versatile working environment.&nbsp;The Advanced Practitioners and Workforce &amp; Practice Development Lead are on hand to ensure that all staff, whether or not they are in regulated roles, are supported to achieve their best, and present the options available through the ASC career pathway.&nbsp;The interface between social work and occupational therapy in Lewisham is also worthy of note, as we have avoided the unhelpful ASC splits that are features of other Councils. As colleagues, we take pride in our collective achievements, complement one another’s work and are supportive and respectful of our unique skills and what we bring to local people. Lewisham Adult Social Care is therefore a great place to work as you are welcomed and supported by your colleagues, whatever your role. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Perhaps the most important aspect of our ‘offer’ is enshrined in the Lewisham Values: to be Ambitious; to be Inclusive; to be Collaborative; to be Accountable; and to be Trustworthy. This would be our commitment if you chose to work for us and would also be our expectation of you.If these words resonate, we would like to hear from you. &nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/CaseManagementSocialWorkerJD240725" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification (Social Worker)Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/%20JD%20Mental%20Health%20Social%20Worker" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification (Mental Health Social Worker)Please click <a href="https://can-campaigns.co.uk/lewisham-social-worker-recruitment/" target="_blank">here</a> to see why Lewisham is the place to work within Adult Social CareLocationThe job is primarily based on Lewisham Sites including the hospital but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>Relevant Social Work qualification is needed&nbsp;</li> <li>Qualified and Registered Social Worker&nbsp;</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Mary Farinha, Head of Service Development and Improvement on 0208 314 9287 or <a href="mailto:mary.farinha@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">mary.farinha@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Salary£45,852 - £47,925 per annum (SW - SCP 31-33).&nbsp;N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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Social Worker

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Qualified Senior Social Worker Opportunities in LewishamWe have opportunities in the following teams, so if you are a social worker or occupational therapist follow the links below to learn more about the service area and to access the job description and person specification.&nbsp;Senior Social Worker - Neighbourhood TeamsThe main purpose of this job is to work as a case management social worker to assess the needs of vulnerable adults and their carers and support them to arrange services to meet their needs. The service is organised within a locality model, consisting of four neighbourhood clusters across the Borough.&nbsp;You will have strong adult social care assessment skills that are informed by strength based practice, experience and knowledge of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and adult safeguarding processes.Senior Social Worker - Gateway&nbsp;Social workers in the Gateway provide the initial point of contact for new referrals concerning vulnerable individuals. They screen and prioritize incoming requests, gathering essential information and signposting to appropriate services. Essential knowledge includes referral criteria for various services, local community resources, and effective communication strategies. Referrals come from individuals, families, professionals, and concerned members of the public, and experience of effective needs assessment, an understanding of strength based practice and clear communication in a high-volume environment is essential.Senior Social Worker - MASH&nbsp;Social workers in Adult MASH provide a multi-agency response to safeguarding vulnerable adults. They triage and assess concerns, sharing information between social care, police, and health to make joint protection decisions. Essential knowledge includes the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and safeguarding processes. Referrals come from individuals, families, professionals, and concerned members of the public, and experience of inter-agency work in a fast-based team is essential.Senior Social Worker – Transfer of Care Hub (TOCH)<blockquote> Senior Social Workers in the Transfer of Care Hubs plays a pivotal role in supporting patients with complex health and social care needs during their hospital stay and discharge process. They lead on: Holistic assessments&nbsp;of patients’ needs, risks, and strengths. Coordinate safe and timely discharges, work closely with ward-based multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), families, and community partners. Advocate for vulnerable adults, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights upheld. Manage complex cases, including those involving homelessness, safeguarding, mental health, or capacity concerns. Ensure legal compliance&nbsp;with frameworks such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and hospital discharge guidance. Promote a strengths-based,Home Firstapproach&nbsp;to recovery and care planning.</blockquote><blockquote> Senior Social Workers also provide&nbsp;leadership and oversight, supporting junior staff, ensuring quality assurance, and contributing to service development through supervision, audits, and Multi-Agency collaboration</blockquote>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/SeniorCaseManagementSocialWorkerJD230725" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationPlease click <a href="https://can-campaigns.co.uk/lewisham-social-worker-recruitment/" target="_blank">here</a> to see why Lewisham is the place to work within Adult Social Care&nbsp;About Adult Social Care in Lewisham&nbsp;“This is an exciting time to join Lewisham Adult Social Care. Whether you are at an early stage in your career or a more experienced practitioner looking for a change, we have the right job for you!&nbsp;Recently, Lewisham Adult Social Care completed a service restructure to better support our residents and our staff. We have strengthened our Leadership Teams, refreshed and consolidated our career pathways and enabled better interactions between services. We repositioned our Advanced Practitioners, so they are located where they are most required – in Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams across Adult Social Care and Mental Health. These practitioners support leadership teams through complex case work, share their expertise with colleagues, lead on practice development across the organization and complete quality assurance tasks, including case file audits.&nbsp;The Adult Social Care workforce in Lewisham is relatively stable, but there remains a need to respond to social change, welcome innovation, and address the demand for constant service improvement.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A recent innovation has been to reposition our Advanced Practitioners, so they are located where they are most required – in Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams across Adult Social Care and Mental Health. These practitioners support leadership teams through complex case work, share their expertise with colleagues, lead on practice development across the organization and complete quality assurance tasks, including audits.&nbsp;In Lewisham, we invest in and value our staff, and that’s why so many of our Social Workers and Occupational Therapists choose the stability that we offer and build their careers with us.&nbsp;Our Social Work and Occupational Therapy Teams are well managed, and the staff are friendly supportive and welcoming. So, see what’s on offer and complete an application if you’d like to join us”!Our offer to youOur Continuing Professional Development (CPD) offer is the best you are likely to get anywhere.&nbsp;We have a training matrix matched to the regulatory requirements of social workers and occupational therapists and promote the uptake of specialist training and post-qualifying courses which include, Consolidation pathways for newly qualified social workers; Practice Educator (aka PEPS) training; Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) training; Best Interest Assessor (BIA) training etc.&nbsp;In addition, we have a range of innovative initiatives, such as Our Complex Case Forum to address casework that may prove particularly challenging to case holders; a High Risk Panel, which sits under the auspices of the Safeguarding Adult Board, where opportunities are provided to access multi-agency case direction when exceptional risk presents regarding safeguarding practice; the Joint Thinking Space is aligned to our Think Family strategy and enables joined up and effective round table dialogue between children and adult professionals. There are also opportunities to join various bite size learning forums, and to be part of a learning organization, as we have a well-established culture of supporting adult learners and social work students on practice placements.&nbsp;Council-employed staff are also supported through social work and OT apprenticeship degrees, and newly qualified social workers through the ASYE. This creates a truly rich and versatile working environment.&nbsp;The Advanced Practitioners and Workforce &amp; Practice Development Lead are on hand to ensure that all staff, whether or not they are in regulated roles, are supported to achieve their best, and present the options available through the ASC career pathway.&nbsp;The interface between social work and occupational therapy in Lewisham is also worthy of note, as we have avoided the unhelpful ASC splits that are features of other Councils. As colleagues, we take pride in our collective achievements, complement one another’s work and are supportive and respectful of our unique skills and what we bring to local people. Lewisham Adult Social Care is therefore a great place to work as you are welcomed and supported by your colleagues, whatever your role. &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Perhaps the most important aspect of our ‘offer’ is enshrined in the Lewisham Values: to be Ambitious; to be Inclusive; to be Collaborative; to be Accountable; and to be Trustworthy. This would be our commitment if you chose to work for us and would also be our expectation of you.If these words resonate, we would like to hear from you. &nbsp;LocationThe job is primarily based on Lewisham Sites including the hospital but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>Relevant Social Work qualification is needed&nbsp;</li> <li>Qualified and Registered Social Worker&nbsp;</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Mary Farinha, Head of Service Development and Improvement on 0208 314 9287 or <a href="mailto:mary.farinha@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">mary.farinha@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Salary£50,175 to £52,269 per annum (SSW - SCP 35-37).N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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Senior Social Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: &nbsp;Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:&nbsp;<ul><li>As a Short Breaks Support Worker you will have previous experience in directly working and supporting disabled children and their families</li><li>The Short &nbsp;Breaks Support Worker will also be responsible to support disabled children attend various friendship groups in the community to develop their independence, so you will have strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures</li><li>The Short Breaks Support Worker will be commitment to working 1 evening and 1 weekend session per week, with additional hours available in school holidays, so you will need to have a flexible approach and be a key team player</li><li>We are Ofsted registered and all children who attend our Children’s Centre, have fun and enjoy and achieve, so the Short Breaks Support Worker will assist in facilitating this in a safe environment</li><li>We provide paid training for all staff in First Aid, epilepsy, moving and handling, food hygiene and TEAM TEACH which is a positive behaviour management intervention</li></ul>We have 5 and 8 hour positions available, the salary will be pro rata to reflect this.Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Monday 24 November 2025 Shortlisting date: week commencing 24 November 2025 Interview date:week commencing Monday 1 December 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Carol See at <a href="mailto:carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.&nbsp;Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working.
Travel is an aspect of the role and you may be required to attend meetings outside of standard office hours.
Do you want to make the difference to the lives of children and young people across the Isle of Wight?
Do you like a challenge and want to live and work in a beautiful part of the country?
If so, come and join us on the Isle of Wight, as we transform education on the Island.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our SEND Statutory Team.&nbsp; The post is responsible for ensuring that the SEND Statutory team achieve all of their statutory duties in line with legislation, but also to ensure that the service is providing a high level of support to our families and school leaders.&nbsp;
The post is based at County Hall in Newport but will require the successful candidate to be able to travel across the island to visit schools and settings as well as hold meetings with parents as required.
The successful candidate will need to have a high level of knowledge of the Children’s and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2015 and will need to be able to provide strong leadership to the service they manage.
What will you be doing?
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<li>Responsibility for transforming the SEND service and improving SEND provision for &nbsp;children and young people across the Island.</li>
<li>Work with external stakeholders to improve the opportunities for our children and young people.</li>
<li>Take&nbsp;responsibility&nbsp;for developing and monitoring service planning, including KPI’s.</li>
<li>Represent&nbsp;the department&nbsp;within the various meetings and&nbsp;partnerships.</li>
<li>Work with senior colleagues to drive&nbsp;forward&nbsp;the Education Strategy.</li>
<li>Work with senior colleagues to improve SEND provision across the Island.</li>
<li>Work with senior colleagues to contribute towards our Area&nbsp;SEND preparation.</li>
<li>Improve the&nbsp;outcomes for&nbsp;children and young people with SEND.</li>
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About you
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<li>An experienced SEND Senior Officer, Senior EHCP Writer or SEND manager.</li>
<li>Able&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;as&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;team,&nbsp;taking responsibility&nbsp;for&nbsp;areas&nbsp;they&nbsp;lead&nbsp;on.</li>
<li>Ability to&nbsp;access&nbsp;face&nbsp;to&nbsp;face&nbsp;meetings&nbsp;locally.</li>
<li>High&nbsp;quality&nbsp;verbal&nbsp;and&nbsp;written&nbsp;communication&nbsp;skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to ensuring&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;across the Isle of Wight achieve&nbsp;their best&nbsp;outcomes and develop into independent adults.</li>
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As a new department we are building our reputation and relationships with schools and across the council.
We are ready to embark on a journey of development and growth and we are looking for enthusiastic and creative people to join our team and who will help all our colleagues to be the best they can be.&nbsp;
We look forward to hearing from applicants who have:
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<li>A commitment to creativity and innovation.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li>
<li>A passion for improving the life chances of others, and particularly those from vulnerable and/or marginalised groups.</li>
<li>An ability to work collaboratively with different professionals.</li>
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In line with the Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.

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We are recruiting Social Workers with a range of different skills and experience.&nbsp;
Roles are available in East Kent, and we operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service. &nbsp;
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service. &nbsp;
About Us&nbsp;
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Whitstable Community Team as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.&nbsp;
We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.&nbsp;
Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.&nbsp;
About You
We welcome applications from experienced and newly qualified Social Workers, all of whom can demonstrate capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards, legislative and policy frameworks.&nbsp;
You will hold a registration with Social Work England.&nbsp;
You will have a high level of literacy and communication skills, both verbal and written.&nbsp;
We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like-minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.&nbsp;
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Our Support Offer&nbsp;
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.&nbsp;
We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.&nbsp;
You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.&nbsp;
We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.&nbsp;
You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.&nbsp;
We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.&nbsp;
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.”
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
We also welcome applications from experienced registered nurses and occupational therapists with relevant experience into our Community Practitioner roles. &nbsp;If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact Liz Hopkins at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:elizabeth.hopkins@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">elizabeth.hopkins@kent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or on 03000 412647.
Contact Details&nbsp;


For more information on this role, please contact :
Liz Hopkins<a href="mailto:elizabeth.hopkins@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">&nbsp;elizabeth.hopkins@kent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
03000 412647

Community Social Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty TredomenTeam: Family and Friends TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.We are looking for a Social Worker who manage those children who are subject to placing children in the care of their parents (PCCP), Kinship Fostering arrangements and children on Special Guardianship Orders. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and reviewing the support needs of both the children and their parents/carers. You will be required to attend court to ensure the most appropriate Order is in place i.e. when considering revoking Care Orders or converting Care Orders to Special Guardianship Orders. You will have excellent assessment skills and the ability to engage with children and their families effectively, with a focus on wellbeing and safety of the child. You will be skilled in developing and sustaining effective multi-agency working and will closely collaborate with professionals of every discipline.With a remit spanning the assessment and support of Connected Persons, you will be guaranteed different challenges every day. You will be part of a highly supportive team environment and have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation Research and Practice issues in childcare.</li><li>Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales or equivalent regulators in England, Scotland or Northern Ireland.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachel Silver/Sam Thomas on 07789371545/ 01443 863476 or email <a href="mailto:silver@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">silver@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:thomas24@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomas24@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Social Worker - Family and Friends Team

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This is an exciting time to join Barnsley Children and Family Social Care. Working in partnership to achieve better outcomes for our most vulnerable children,&nbsp;our&nbsp;Social Work&nbsp;Team Managers are key&nbsp;to supporting the development of our workforce and&nbsp;leading&nbsp;best practice for children across our&nbsp;Children and Young People’s Service.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our Children and Young People teams work with children subject to Child&nbsp;In&nbsp;Need, Child Protection and within Public and Private Law, working in partnership to achieve best outcomes for vulnerable children.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We have recently adopted&nbsp;our Stronger Together practice model, underpinned by&nbsp;Signs of Safety&nbsp;and a relational approach&nbsp;and our managers and leaders are key to embedding this into practice.&nbsp;As a manager&nbsp;you will&nbsp;be responsible for&nbsp;the leadership and oversight of a small team of Advanced Practitioners, Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers, offering regular support and supervision and driving practice in your team&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our vision in Childrens Services is clear –&nbsp;&nbsp;
Barnsley a place of possibilities:&nbsp;
We are one service with one goal, working together to build a brighter Barnsley for every child&nbsp;
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<li>Putting Children and Families First&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Working together in partnership to deliver joined up care&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Delivered by a strong and valued workforce&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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Our vision&nbsp;and&nbsp;genuine&nbsp;commitment to supporting our teams and social workers to deliver the&nbsp;very best&nbsp;outcomes for our children and young people, makes it the perfect time for forward thinking, motivated and dedicated&nbsp;leaders&nbsp;to join us in Barnsley.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Who are we looking for?&nbsp;
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<li>You will be a qualified social worker with&nbsp;significant experience&nbsp;of practice&nbsp;</li>
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<li>You will have experience of delivering reflective supervision&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>You will be committed to supporting and developing teams and workers, with experience of mentoring students, NQSW’s or colleagues&nbsp;</li>
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<li>You will have extensive experience of working in statutory children’s social work, of driving plans for our most vulnerable children and of working in partnership with families and agencies to achieve positive change&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>You will&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;an&nbsp;up to date&nbsp;knowledge of the legislation,&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and procedures and how we implement these in practice&nbsp;</li>
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In return we will offer you&nbsp;
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<li>A supportive working environment&nbsp;with manageable spans of control&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>A highly competitive&nbsp;salary</li>
<li>High quality regular supervision and support and a nurturing&nbsp;senior&nbsp;management team that encourages learning and development&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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<li>Flexible working arrangements&nbsp;</li>
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<li>A commitment to continuous professional development with&nbsp;a strong training&nbsp;and development offer&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Good IT support and equipment&nbsp;</li>
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<li>A commitment to health and wellbeing and access to dedicated&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;programme&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Just 4 You Benefits&nbsp;<a href="https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/just4you/" target="_blank">Employee rewards and benefits</a></li>
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How do we sum up Barnsley Council?&nbsp;
We&nbsp;are&nbsp;an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ Childrens Services and&nbsp;a double award-winning, high-performing council with a growing economy, a thriving town centre and some&nbsp;truly impressive&nbsp;outcomes in our communities.&nbsp;We have&nbsp;been awarded Council of the Year for 2023 by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) and The Municipal Journal (MJ).&nbsp;Our excellent Children's Services has been a key part of our win;&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;so proud of what&nbsp;we’ve&nbsp;achieved not just for the council but for our partners and Barnsley.&nbsp;
We’re&nbsp;impressed. Are you?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;the perfect time to join our excellent team.&nbsp;
<a href="https://youtu.be/nUcdplaW63k" target="_blank">Barnsley 2030</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0g0hscd?partner=uk.co.bbc&amp;origin=share-mobile" target="_blank">Why Barnsley is booming podcast</a>&nbsp;
For an informal discussion please do not hesitate to contact:&nbsp;
·&nbsp;Keren Martin, Service Manager&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kerenmartin@barnsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">kerenmartin@barnsley.gov.uk</a>

Team Manager - Children & Young Peoples Team

Job Title: Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help Starting Salary: £48,226 + £7,146 market enhancement per annum, progressing to £53,459 + £6,984 market enhancement per annum (plus welcome payment - terms apply) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead - with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>At Hertfordshire County Council, we have a bold ambition to deliver the best possible quality of life for every member of our community. We want people to enjoy a good level of physical and mental health. We want them to find exceptional employment opportunities, and we want them to enjoy all that this lovely borough has to offer, safe in the knowledge that they have a comfortable home in a great neighbourhood. These ambitions are particularly important to our innovative 0-25 Together Service, and it is within this team that you could find an opportunity like no other.The 0-25 Together Service is a fantastic example of what happens when likeminded people come together to deliver specialist services for disabled children, young people, young adults and their families. We want our service users to enjoy as much independence as possible, while reaching their full potential. We want them to be able to take part in their local community and find stability and fulfilment as they move into adulthood. Working in partnership with everyone who comes to us for support, we pride ourselves on being there for them as they settle into successful adult lives. <h4>About the role</h4>As a Consultant Social Worker, you will be based in our West Family Help Team, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Team Manager with the day-to-day operations of a busy and dynamic service. In addition, you will provide supervision and guidance to a small group of Family Practitioners, helping them deliver high-quality support to families.You will lead best practice and strengthen our commitment to supporting disabled children and their families. Our West Family Help Team works at the heart of this mission, providing practical and emotional support to families so that children can thrive. Your role will be essential in helping Family Practitioners deliver this support effectively and confidently.You will bring expert knowledge of the legal framework and the multi-disciplinary nature of our work, ensuring that interventions are safe, proportionate, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Alongside managing a varied caseload, you will guide and supervise Family Practitioners, offering professional advice and reflective supervision to help them navigate complex situations and deliver high-quality family help.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assessing needs and circumstances across a diverse range of cases, balancing independence with safeguarding considerations.</li><li>Supporting Family Practitioners to implement creative, strengths-based approaches that empower families and build resilience.</li><li>Advising families and their networks on community resources and services that can make a real difference.</li><li>Collaborating with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure joined-up support and great life outcomes for children.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England</li><li>Experience of working with children and young people</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures</li><li>Ability to complete robust assessments &amp; to assess risk</li><li>Ability to work in a relationship-based way</li><li>Understanding of equality and diversity in Social Work</li><li>Ability to input and maintain accurate computerised information and records</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative managing and prioritising own workload under pressure and under the direction of the supervisor</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge/experience of working with Disabled Children and Young People</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedure specific to Disabled Children and Young People</li></ul>In return, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and invests in your growth with excellent learning and development opportunities to help you be the best you can be. This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 1st DecemberBenefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Deputy Team Manager - Safeguarding ServiceA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:<ul><li>The Deputy Team Manager will be a qualified, SWE actively registered social worker and experienced within Children’s Social Care</li><li>As a Safeguarding non-case holding Deputy Team Manager, you will need a robust understanding of children and young people’s whole journey ensuring that they are protected from significant harm and their life chances are maximised. You will need to have the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners.</li><li>As a Deputy Team Manager you will have sound knowledge and understanding of all children’s legislation, particularly statutory guidance, policies, procedures and frameworks.&nbsp;You will actively engage in risk management, advising the Team Manager of resource shortfalls and recommend improvements</li><li>As Deputy Team Manager you will embed a high-performance high-quality culture by supporting the team with the Team Manager to continually develop their social work practice skills and achieve best practice through continuous improvement, so they can achieve the best outcomes possible for those we care for</li><li>The Deputy Team Manager will support in the recruitment, induction, supervision and training of the team, you’ll champion your team’s personal and professional growth and health and wellbeing, ensuring an inclusive approach</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date midnight 2 December 2025 Shortlisting date: Wednesday 3 December 2025 Interview date: Thursday 11 December 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note this:vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman, Recruitment and Retention Lead, <a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Deputy Team Manager - Safeguarding Service

Join Us and Help Change the NarrativeAre you ready to make a real difference? Medway’s Intensive Support Team (MIST) is on a mission to transform lives and create sustainable change for adults experiencing multiple disadvantages. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that puts people at the heart of everything we do.We’re not just delivering services—we’re changing the narrative. Through a Team Around the Person approach, we work collaboratively to empower individuals, reduce crisis interventions, and build pathways to recovery and stability, playing a pivotal role in shaping practice and driving innovation. <h4> </h4><h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4> </h4><h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile <h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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MIST - Lead Intervention Practitioner

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Farnham House, Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about safeguarding the rights of vulnerable individuals and ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team, which requires a full time Advanced Practitioner to support the Hertfordshire Supervisory Body. You will be a qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessor.As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will provide leadership in the role of Best Interests Assessor for the council. This position involves undertaking complex Best Interests assessments and offering supervision and mentorship to both qualified and trainee Best Interests Assessors employed by the council and partner organisations.<h4>About the role</h4>As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping Best Interests practice across the council. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Undertaking complex Best Interests assessments on behalf of the Supervisory Body.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with DoLS and supporting the wider council in applying legislation relating to Community Deprivation of Liberty.</li><li>Facilitating and leading Best Interests Assessor Forums to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with care providers to enhance their understanding of the DoLS process.</li><li>Scrutinising assessments to ensure they meet all legal requirements and completing authorisation documentation.</li><li>Leading and delivering training sessions within Hertfordshire County Council and representing the Supervisory Body at external events.</li></ul>You would be joining an excellent team, receive regular supervision and will have training opportunities to keep your skills and knowledge up to date<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Clinical Psychologist</li><li>Qualified BIA (Best Interests Assessor)</li><li>In-depth knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009,</li><li>An understanding of the implications of developing case law.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role, such as supervising other BIAs or leading peer support groups.</li><li>Familiarity with triaging cases and prioritising workloads effectively in high-pressure environments</li><li>Experience of the court of protection process including drafting reports for Section 21A appeals or other legal proceedings.</li><li>A proactive approach to personal development, including keeping up-to-date with relevant legislation, case law, and best practices.</li><li>Strong advocacy skills to champion the rights and best interests of individuals who may lack capacity.</li><li>Ability to foster positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 1 December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Advanced Practitioner

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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success:
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<li>Are you passionate about tackling Domestic Abuse?</li>
<li>Do you have the skills and experience to hold perpetrators to account for abusive patterns of behaviours?</li>
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If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role.
As a Perpetrator Case Manager, you will make safe contact and work with those causing harm on a one-to-one basis, seeking genuine engagement as you create opportunities for behavioural change by delivering co-ordinated intervention plans.&nbsp;
You will work with statutory, non-statutory and the third sector partners, to remove excuses for abusive behaviour, and contribute towards mitigating the known risks to both adult and child victim-survivors of domestic abuse whilst delivering a locally designed intervention which aims to challenge abusive behaviours and promote understanding of the impact that domestic abuse has on Knowsley Communities and specifically victim-survivors.
This role is based in Knowsley and will involve travel within the Borough on a daily basis therefore a full driving license and access to a vehicle are essential to the role.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Nicola Haigh: <a href="mailto:Nicola.haigh@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nicola.haigh@knowsley.gov.uk</a>
Collette Rivers: <a href="mailto:Collette.rivers@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Collette.rivers@knowsley.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to be held Thursday, 11th December 2025

Knowsley Council

Perpetrator Case Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Senior PractitionerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:<ul><li>As a Senior Practitioner you will embed a strength-based approach to assessment with outcomes where people have wider choice and control over their well-being.</li><li>Through every interaction, the Senior Practitioner will apply the Prevent, Reduce, Delay principles of the care act to promote independence and wellbeing.</li><li>In the role as a Senior Practitioner, you’ll be required to provide professional leadership and supervision to social workers and social care practitioners in a designated area with focus on raising the standards of care that delivers improved outcomes for people.</li><li>Our Senior Practitioners support social workers and social care assessors to enable them to plan and co-design innovative individual care and support plans with service users and carers.</li><li>As the dedicated Senior Practitioner, you’ll ensure that regular monitoring and reviews of care and support plans are carried to check and confirm that the outcomes for the person are being addressed and met.</li><li>Within your role, you the Senior Practitioner &nbsp;will mentor staff to establish and adhere to quality practice standards, including budget and performance management.</li><li>All Senior Practitioner are responsible for social work provision including managing own caseload of complex cases whilst managing the reputation of the directorate and Council and complying with national and service procedures and guidance.</li><li>You, the Senior Practitioner will support the Team Manager in delivering high quality services and support to people, within agreed budgets and performance requirements.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 30th November 2025 Shortlisting date: Monday 1st December 2025 Interview date: Mondday 8th December 2025 Interview type: Face to face competency based interviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Katie Morgan via email <a href="mailto:katie,morgan@liverpool..gov.uk" target="_blank">katie.morgan@liverpool..gov.uk</a> or 07900 701 064.Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Senior Practitioner

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Independent Review Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Chair
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a new Independent Review Officer/Child Protection Chair in Children’s Services in Wokingham Borough Council. We are looking for someone who will use this important role to make a positive impact for children and young people.
The IRO post is fundamental in ensuring that meetings for Children in Care and those who are on Child Protection Plans have independent oversight and ensure that there is no drift or delay in safeguarding and care planning. We are looking for someone who is skilled at working directly with children and young people and parents.
If you would like to become part of a team who work collaboratively with children and young people to help shape our service and influence practice, this team is for you.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in safeguarding children and young people in care. Ideally with experience of being a Child Protection Chair or Independent Reviewing Officer. You will have high aspirations for exemplary Corporate Parenting with the ability to challenge policy, procedure and practice in areas that require development. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to gain trust and encourage engagement with families and young people. In addition to this, you will have excellent internal and external networking skills which will be required when working with multi agency partners and promoting their participation in meetings.
Please see the attached Job Description for the full parameters of the role.
What Wokingham can offer you:
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<li>Manageable caseloads and supportive management</li>
<li>Excellent Learning &amp; Development and Career Progression programme</li>
<li>Generous Annual Leave allowance</li>
<li>Flexible work</li>
<li>Enhanced Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>A number of discount and benefit schemes</li>
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This vacancy closes on: Sunday 7th December 2025 at 11pm
Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 16th December, in the afternoon at our offices in Wokingham.
If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sara.james@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">sara.james@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;(Service Manager, Quality Assurance and Safeguarding) or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;(Recruitment &amp; Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care) for an informal conversation.
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.
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.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.&nbsp;
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.

Wokingham Borough Council

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)/Child Protection Chair

About the roleLearning Disability Team – Principal Social WorkerAbout Us We are committed to the development of the Social Care workforce. You will benefit from the support of motivated and committed colleagues, receive regular professional supervision, and be able to benefit from training and career development opportunities.Learning Disability Team North Northants Council have developed accessible hubs within the heart of our communities. The Learning Disability Team reaches across North Northamptonshire. The teams provide support to adults with a learning disability from the age of 18 upwards to achieve their goals, utilising the 3 conversations model. This means engaging people in a conversational model which allows them to tell us what is important and really matters to them, and then taking timely action to support them to connect with resources that help them continue with their chosen life – either with support or independently. The emphasis is on promoting the person’s strengths and maximising their independence and opportunities to achieve their identified outcomes through a focus on progression. The hubs work closely with a range of agencies and local community resources, connecting people and communities, to promote and maximise independence and community integration.What will you be doing?We are looking for a highly motivated, organised and creative operational Principal Social Worker or Principal Care Manager with proven leadership skills. You will have experience of social work practice, performance management and proven experience of effectively supporting and managing staff. You will have a commitment to strengths based person-centred values and have good communication and IT skills.We know that our staff are key to our success, and we are seeking people with ambition, creativity and commitment to our values to help us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our customers by supporting your supervisees and the team to promote our values. About youCandidate key requirements:<ul><li>The position requires a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in an Adult Social Care or Health Care environment, including completion of the ASYE. If you are an internal applicant from NNC, you may apply if you have at least three years’ experience as a Social Worker, or in a Senior Assessment and Enablement Worker (SAEW).</li><li>Professional degree level Social Work qualification</li><li>Current registration with Social Work England</li><li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions</li><li>Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate, supervise and performance manage staff.</li></ul> Do your skills set and values match our ambitions?<ul><li>You are a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You have experience of working with people with a Learning Disability and are passionate about identifying their strengths and supporting them to achieve their outcomes.</li><li>You have experience managing staff, supporting their development and reviewing performance.</li><li>You are proactive, and have the ability to think creatively.</li><li>You exercise professional curiosity rather than accept things at face value or make decisions based on assumptions.</li><li>You demonstrate problem solving abilities, working alongside team members to enable them to find their own solutions and develop their confidence.</li><li>You are a great team player, willing to share knowledge and expertise with colleagues in your team.</li><li>You love a challenge, and have an openness to learn and change.</li><li>You put your ability to analyse and take action in challenging situations to good use, and are able to evidence positive risk taking skills – knowing how to balance individual rights against risks.</li><li>You have a real commitment to identifying and promoting people’s strengths, hopes and aspirations.</li><li>You are willing and able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors.</li><li>You understand the legislative frameworks which govern the work we do as adult social care workers</li></ul>For more information, please contact - Katie Farrington 07739437432Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Principal Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team

Our <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/1642/our_vision_and_leadership_standards" target="_blank">vision and values</a> put children at the heart of everything we do. As a social worker in our <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/760/our_childrens_social_work_teams/3" target="_blank">Assessment Team</a> you will manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, working with children, young people and their families. You will also be expected to use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with families.Reporting directly to a Team Manager, you will benefit from regular individual and group supervision. You will also be supported to develop your skills and expertise at every stage of your career.If you would like to find out more about the role – please contact Claude Madembo on <a href="mailto:claude.madembo@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">claude.madembo@medway.gov.uk</a>.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £38,476 and £41,956 per annum, dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £48,956 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A market allowance of £5,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £2,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE</li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li></ul>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.<h4>How to apply</h4><ul><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li><li>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.</li></ul>Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.





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Social Worker - Assessment Team

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Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your Application Form you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our success.
There is an exciting opportunity to join the Knowsley MST-CAN service [Multisystemic Therapy for Child Abuse and Neglect] as a Family Resource Specialist.
We are looking for a dedicated and resilient person to join our small and friendly team.
MST-CAN works with the families of children open to Knowsley Children’s Social Care who are at risk of removal due to physical abuse or neglect. We work with the families by following the MST-CAN model, aiming to significantly reduce risk so that children can remain safely at home.
You must therefore have the skills to work with both children and adults facing multiple and complex difficulties, and the tenacity to continue to work with families despite being faced with reluctant engagement or typical trauma responses.&nbsp; You must also be open to entering homes where there can be significant levels of neglect
You will play an important part in service delivery, helping families to overcome practical barriers such as housing and debt so they can access the MST-CAN intervention.&nbsp; You will be directed tasks by the&nbsp;Therapists, but must also have the initiative to follow through pieces of work independently whilst communicating updates appropriately to the Therapist and Supervisor via weekly paperwork and clinical supervision.
You will develop links with other local agencies to ensure a systemic support network for families and be able to work in a flexible way; this will include occasional evening and weekend working. You will be given full training in the MST model and MST-CAN adaptation techniques as well as being supported throughout interventions by the MST-CAN Supervisor, MST-CAN Consultant and MST-CAN Therapists. You must be able to attend the MST 5-day training, MST-CAN 4-day training and 4-day trauma training which may be away from the locality and require overnight stays. If you enjoy working in a challenging yet rewarding role with ongoing learning and strong supervisory/team support, then this may be the job for you.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC&nbsp;<a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:
Sarah Ritson, MST-CAN Supervisor, on 07810054008 for an informal conversation

MST-CAN Family Resource Specialist

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An exciting personal opportunity has arisen for a Team Manager in Dover. &nbsp;You will be joining a management team that is committed to providing high quality social work services to children, young people and their families, working closely with our multi agency partners.
As Team Manager, you will be leading a team of 6 Social Workers and a Social Work Assistant/ Lead Professional supported by a Business Support team. You will play a key role within the management team, providing a high standard of social work to our children, young people, and their families. You will be able to evidence extensive knowledge of child protection, and legal processes, including Public Law Outline and pre-proceedings.
You will be required to provide a high-quality level of supervision, evidencing management oversight for the children open to your team, be competent in quality assuring the work of your team along with creating and maintaining good team atmosphere and morale, and therefore you should have some&nbsp;experience of supervising staff. You will be responsible for chairing strategy discussions, permanency planning meetings and other professional meetings to continue towards key decision making for children in need of our service and protection. You will need to lead, manage and motivate a team to embed a positive performance culture. Above all, you’ll be focused on helping children and families to change their lives for the better.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Contact Details


For further information, please contact:
Alison Sargeant on 03000 418978 or by email alison.sargeant<a href="mailto:rachel.mawson@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">@kent.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
interviews will be held w/c 1 December 2025

Team Manager

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Do you believe in early intervention and holistic support? If so, we invite you to join our dedicated team as a Family Help Worker, contributing to the delivery of the Families First initiative. About the role
As a Family Help Worker, you will:
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<li>play a vital role in supporting children, young people, and their families to overcome challenges and build resilience</li>
<li>Work within the Families First framework and &nbsp;provide targeted early help to prevent issues from escalating, ensuring families receive the right support at the right time</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with schools, health services, social care, and community organisations to develop and deliver tailored support plans</li>
<li>Your work will be guided by a strengths-based approach, empowering families to achieve positive outcomes</li>
<li>Support children and young people who are subject to a Child in Need plan or who require a Team Around the Family approach</li>
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Who you are…
To be successful you will have:
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<li>Relevant qualification in social work, youth work, education, or a related field (Level 3 or above)</li>
<li>Experience working with children, young people, and families in a support or intervention role</li>
<li>Knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and multi-agency working</li>
<li>Understanding of the Families First initiative and its principles</li>
<li>Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Good IT Skills</li>
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 The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.
Please note you will need to have a full driving licence to enable you to travel around the county.
We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay. We reserve the right to close the vacancy when we find the right candidate for this role
The Family Help Worker interviews will be held week commencing 15 December 2025.&nbsp; Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice.&nbsp; As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Michelle Jackson, Senior Practitioner on 01572 758313 or at <a href="mailto:mjackson@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">mjackson@rutland.gov.uk</a> or Suzanne White, Advanced Practitioner on 01572 758242 &nbsp;or at <a href="mailto:swhite@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">swhite@rutland.gov.uk</a>
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a> Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

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