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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you!Working for Birmingham Children's Trust offers a wealth of professional experiences and exceptional development opportunities. Within the Children with Disabilities Team, you engage in specialised social work, making holistic threshold decisions guided by the Right Help Right Time document. This role demands adherence to tight timescales to address immediate safeguarding concerns and provide appropriate support and signposting.We take pride in fostering a nurturing environment for our employees, maintaining manageable caseloads, and promoting continuous professional growth. With a culture rooted in collaboration and placing the child at the forefront of everything we do, there has never been a more inspiring time to become part of the Trust.You will be joining a hardworking and dedicated team of social workers working with some of our most vulnerable children and families. Our social workers are passionate and committed to making a difference in the lives of children. About You: We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:<ul> <li>A degree in Social Work and youmust have completed your ASYE.</li> <li>Registration with Social Work England.</li> <li>Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.</li> <li>Strong assessment and analytical skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently </li></ul>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Social Worker - Children in Care Service 

Are you a Newly Qualified Social Worker or do you qualify in the upcoming months? Are you looking to find the best opportunities to develop and progress with high levels of support in the first steps of your career? Birmingham Children’s Trust has all that and more.In the spring of 2024, Birmingham Children’s Trust received nearly 200 applications from student social workers who wanted to join our ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment). As the largest Local Authority in Europe, we have an excellent and varied ASYE programme run by our highly recognised Trust Practice Academy.Our next ASYE cohort starts May 2026 - Do you want to join us?We understand that your first year as a social worker is important for your career and that the transition in moving from student to social worker can be challenging. At Birmingham Children’s Trust you will be supported every step of the way through your ASYE journey. You will be a fully integrated team member from the outset and work alongside and learn from experienced and knowledgeable managers and social workers in our exceptionally dedicated workforce. There will also be wrap around support from a dedicated Senior Practitioner from our Academy to work with you on your own individual development journey.You will receive:<ul> <li>Monthly training and development opportunities</li> <li>Monthly Study time</li> <li>Regular supervision from your team manager and your dedicated Academy Senior Practitioner</li> <li>Wrap around support and protection as you develop your skills</li></ul>Here at the Trust, we already have an established learning journey following your first year as an ASYE to become an Accredited Child and Family Practitioner to support your career progression in the second year.Development, opportunities and support continue throughout your career in the Trust enabling you to become the best Social Worker you can be. We will offer you a mapped out clear career progression pathway supporting your development into a senior social worker role and beyond.Our Ofsted feedback in 2021 reported that the offer to social workers in their first year of practice and social work apprenticeships is building an increasingly stable workforce who like working for the trust. In November 2022 Skills for Care fed back that they were “extremely impressed” with the offer to Newly Qualified Social workers joining the Trust with high retention rates and good support available.Why not hear it from our newly Qualified social workers on our ASYE programme themselves:“I have really enjoyed my experience as an ASYE Social worker, I have felt completely supported by my manager, SPED and team throughout the year, which was comforting for me, considering this was the start of my career where I needed that extra guidance. This ASYE programme has helped me to develop my knowledge and reflect on my social work practice, and it was also a good way to form positive relationships with colleagues, which also provided that extra level of support’” - Naomi“I enjoyed the ASYE programme, it enabled the space for my professional growth and for me to re-adjust to the Social Work profession. The ASYE programme provided varied training; a protective case load; opportunity to develop a professional support network with my colleagues on my ASYE cohort” - JermaineAs a Newly Qualified Social worker you can work in a range of services such as our Assessment and Short Term Intervention (ASTI), Safeguarding, Children in Care teams, Children with Disabilities, Youth Justice Service or even Fostering or Adoption. There are a wide range of teams and services available, and we explore areas of interest within the application process. **Not all teams are able to offer the retention payment, and this is subject to service area**If you are successful and offered a role (subject to passing your social work degree and obtaining SWE registration), you will join our next ASYE programme, commencing May 2026. There are also opportunities to begin your time in the Trust before May in alternative support roles whilst you await your registration. Interviews will take place between 26th January to 6th February 2026 and will be held face to face.A requirement of this role is for you to have an enhanced DBS check, therefore if you have signed up to the DBS update service or are thinking about joining this service then please let us know on your application. If you have any informal enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact: <a href="mailto:joinus@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">joinus@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>. Or visit the Practice Academy webpage to find out more at: <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk%2Fpracticeacademy&amp;data=05%7C02%7CGayle.Mason-Gordon%40birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk%7Cff40e46bac8742c4ac3008dd4f6570c8%7C699ace67d2e44bcdb303d2bbe2b9bbf1%7C0%7C0%7C638754019288807905%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=hWjNYWjwxGa2rgw4rOfrymeTgMg7bNMPrIAmxdkDizw%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk/practiceacademy</a>We will be running two webinars, providing an overview of the application and interview process, as well as all things ASYE, as well as what it’s like working in the Trust. We welcome you to come talk with us and look at the opportunities available to you.Thursday 11th December 2025 – 12pm - 1pm:<a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/ap/t-59584e83/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%253ameeting_NWIxZGM4MzUtMWIyZi00ZGUwLThmOTctYTNlYWFkNjA2NGY5%2540thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522699ace67-d2e4-4bcd-b303-d2bbe2b9bbf1%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%2522413cd02b-42c2-49fa-a5c4-b784284ccf12%2522%257d&amp;data=05%7C02%7CSanj.Kaur%40birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk%7C4eac8187252140697bc908de23680ba4%7C699ace67d2e44bcdb303d2bbe2b9bbf1%7C0%7C0%7C638987126967158800%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=lWtsPYE3jFXj0s6ePyo9V4LMS9YYTgoEu%2FafKZDDaEI%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Join the meeting now</a> Meeting ID: 385 633 784 709 48 Passcode: kM3wP9oC Tuesday 16th December 2025 – 5pm - 6pm:<a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/ap/t-59584e83/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fl%2Fmeetup-join%2F19%253ameeting_ZWM3YmJiMDMtMDNkMC00NDZjLTk0MWMtZjJkOWU3ODgyYTk3%2540thread.v2%2F0%3Fcontext%3D%257b%2522Tid%2522%253a%2522699ace67-d2e4-4bcd-b303-d2bbe2b9bbf1%2522%252c%2522Oid%2522%253a%2522413cd02b-42c2-49fa-a5c4-b784284ccf12%2522%257d&amp;data=05%7C02%7CSanj.Kaur%40birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk%7Cfaa0729200c34f6d0eb408de2367fde3%7C699ace67d2e44bcdb303d2bbe2b9bbf1%7C0%7C0%7C638987126700974683%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Vghept3WITSvdUvOkg1ZdLFd%2BmKshLqXw1WIeImeWi0%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Join the meeting now</a> Meeting ID: 376 435 755 268 13 Passcode: SA2Nn6Ni Please note if you require sponsorship for these roles, we are currently unable to offer this. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees -a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Fostering &amp; Permanence Social Workers x 2 (Job Ref: 3928) &nbsp; Salary: £49,167.50 - £52,329 (Dependent on experience) + Travel Card &amp; Reimbursement of SWE fee Location: 5 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Hours per week: 36 Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2026 at 23:59 Interview: Tuesday 13th January 2026 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. &nbsp;Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.&nbsp; What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved We are looking to appoint a dynamic assessing supervising social worker for our Fostering Team.&nbsp; You will have responsibility for undertaking the role of Kinship assessments and Foster Carers supervision, support and development, training, evaluate and review of foster carers who are offering placements to Children Looked After. This is collaborative role of both kinship and supervising, you will also be required to participate in the Fostering Team’s duty rota over a number of days each month.&nbsp; In addition to this you will have the opportunity to participate in various other team activities such as delivering support groups, skills to foster program and training to carers.&nbsp; We use a unique way of working withinCamden’s Relational Practice Framework, which is a relationship-based practice, where relationships are at the heart of what we do. It is based on strong relationships between social workers and families and informed by their experiences. Being relational means Camden children, young people, parents and carers, networks, residents and communities experience a workforce that is curious, kind, courageous, honest and collaborative.&nbsp; We have been rated outstanding by Ofsted and are continually looking to innovate and maintain these standards. This is an opportunity to join a thriving &amp; dynamic service with an OFSTED rating of OUTSTANDING. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. Please note Camden also offers the DBS update service. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your Microsoft Edge browser (please note the attached will not open in other browsers): <a href="https://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/CMWebDrawer/Record/8102109/file/document?inline" target="_blank">https://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/CMWebDrawer/Record/8102109/file/document?…</a> All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories</a>'. To be considered for one of these fantastic opportunities it is essential that the successful candidate&nbsp;is a fully qualified and accredited Social Worker with current Social Work England (SWE) registration and has at least two years’ post qualifying experience. The post holder must have previous demonstrable experience writing&nbsp;complex assessments of a child's needs and/or risk, including designing and implementing care/protection plans and completing court work as well as of monitoring and reviewing such plans over a period of time. We are looking for a dynamic social worker who has working experience with kinship families, completing assessments and supporting and developing foster families.&nbsp; We are looking for someone who is an experienced and exceptional social worker, focused on best outcomes for young people. We would like someone who takes responsibility, can work both independently and collaboratively, and within a systemic approach. You will require 2 years’ post-qualification experience as a social worker, preferably within a Fostering team environment, with good investigative and analysis skills. You will also have extensive experience in completing assessments, preferably Kinships assessments, supervision preparation, training, support and review of foster carers offering placements to Children Looked After. Also you’ll possess a sound knowledge of the legislative framework relating to children particularly the Children Act 1989, Fostering Service Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant guidance and standards.&nbsp; Being able to negotiate and have the ability to deal with conflict, hostility and vulnerability is paramount. You will need to also be an expert practitioner, positive about the work and the development of the team and service will succeed in this role. We strongly encourage applicants to write their applications themselves. While we understand the growing use of AI tools, we believe that personal reflection and authenticity are key to a strong application. Please avoid using AI-generated content when applying. If you are interested in applying for this post, please feel free to contact our Head Of Service, Meenakshi Kumar <a href="mailto:Meenakshi.kumar@camden.gov.uk" target="_blank">Meenakshi.kumar@camden.gov.uk</a> for an informal conversation.&nbsp; What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: <ul> <li>27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Flexible working opportunities based on Service needs</li> <li>Interest free loans</li> <li>Access to our incredible staff networks</li> <li>Career development and training</li> <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li> </ul> Visit '<a href="http://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits" target="_blank">www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits</a>' for more details. What makes us different – why Camden? We believe Camden is one of the best places you can develop your career in Children's Family Help and Safeguarding. Here are some of the reasons why:

Camden Council

Social Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Tredomen House / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Childrens Services This 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 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide a service within our dynamic Children’s Services Locality Teams. Caerphilly County Borough Council's Children Services are looking for a full time Social Worker in the Caerphilly West Team who have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment.There are six geographically located Children Services (locality) teams. The teams undertake high quality assessments and care management of children and their families who have been assessed as requiring on going social services intervention. The teams cover both short- and long term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Children Looked After, Child Protection and court work.If you are a qualified social worker, or are due to qualify this year, come to work in Caerphilly and be supported on your social work journey. We welcomeapplications from third year social work students. Successful applicants will be offered the opportunity of starting as unqualified support workers. Oncequalified, they will then be appointed as social workers.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, their families/carers and professionals.</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working.</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 Sarah Parry on 07769703594 or email <a href="mailto:parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Colette Limbrick on 07394029942 or email <a href="mailto:limbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">limbrc@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 £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.&nbsp;Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? Are you a dedicated and passionate Social Worker / Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner with a drive to make a lasting impact on the lives of children, young people, and families looking to join an Ofsted "Good" authority?We are on the lookout for an Advanced Social Worker who shares our commitment to providing the best possible support to our Children, Young People and Families to join us on a full time permanent basis in our West area Help and Protection team.&nbsp;As an Advanced Social Worker, you will oversee a caseload of the most complex cases in children's services and will play a pivotal role in providing coaching, mentoring, and support to both Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) and experienced Social Workers. Your expertise will be crucial in guiding and offering professional wisdom in situations of high complexity.&nbsp;At Coventry City Council, your wellbeing is our priority. We offer flexible working options, including a flexible nine-day fortnight, to ensure you have more time for what matters most.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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).Who are we looking for? If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Advanced Social Worker

Job Title: Habilitation Specialist Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa pro rata (actual £32,691 - £35,729) Hours: 37.0 Term Time Only (39 weeks) Location: Based in either Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage, with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Vision Impairment Team provides specialist support to Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CYPVI), promoting access to education, supporting the development of essential skills for independence and as part of preparation for adulthood.&nbsp;The Vision Impairment Team work closely with families, educators, and other professionals to ensure consistent, person-centred support that enables each CYPVI to thrive both educationally and socially.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of the Qualified Habilitation Specialist is to provide expert habilitation work of an excellent standard. This includes delivering tailored habilitation training - orientation, mobility, and independent living skills - across home, school, and settings.Key Responsibilities:Under the supervision and line management of a Lead Teacher for Vision Impairment, you will:<ul><li>Co-ordinate all aspects of the provision of habilitation (orientation, mobility and independent daily living skills) training for CYPVI.</li><li>Assess, develop, deliver and monitor the habilitation (orientation, mobility and independent/daily living skills) needs of individual CYPVI, in agreement with the CYPVI and/or, where appropriate, Parents/Carers and others.</li><li>Undertake environmental audits in the setting/school, as required.</li><li>Undertake appropriate risk assessments and advise schools/education settings on specific risk management strategies e.g. for school trips/activities.</li><li>Deliver appropriate individual habilitation training for CYPVI in a range of settings (e.g. homes, Early Years settings, schools, colleges and public places, including public transport, of relevance to the CYPVI and their needs).</li><li>Undertake home visits and when appropriate, work in the evenings according to individual needs of CYPVI.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to Parents/Carers, and other professionals in order to ensure habilitation training and independent/daily living skills in the school and home settings is complementary and consistent.</li><li>Provide support in habilitation for CYPVI at times of transition to and between educational settings.</li><li>Liaise with Parents/Carers, Teachers, support staff and other professionals within educational settings regarding the habilitation needs of CYPVI.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of habilitation provision for CYPVI on caseload and write reports as appropriate.</li><li>Contribute to the EHC Plan assessment process and annual EHC Plan Review, as appropriate.</li><li>Contribute to the planning and delivery of countywide training for Staff working with CYPVI and for peer groups.</li><li>Support multi-agency working by developing and maintaining links with other professionals involved with the education and support of CYPVI (e.g. QTVI, Rehabilitation Officers for Adults, Sensory Services).</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues both within and outside SEND SAS, including the Delivering Special Provision Locally Partnerships, to promote early intervention and assessment.</li><li>Participate in and, on occasions, organise extra-curricular activities for CYPVI as part of their habilitation training.</li><li>Review the Aims and Objectives for the delivery of Habilitation Training, taking account of the outcomes specified in the ‘Quality Standards –Delivery of Habilitation Training (Mobility and Independent Living Skills) for Children and Young People with Visual Impairment (2nd edition - 2022)’.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of current thinking, research and relevant developments in the area of habilitation and habilitation training, in order to improve and further develop service provision.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with children and young people with SEND in an educational, health or social care setting.</li><li>Strong communication skills with children, families and professionals.</li><li>Knowledge of SEND legislation and Education Health Care Plans.</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and write professional reports.</li><li>Well-organised and able to meet deadlines.</li><li>Proficient in ICT.</li><li>Ability to work independently and contribute as part of the wider team within the service.</li><li>Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and continued professional development.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle, or ability to travel independently.</li><li>If you do not hold the mandatory qualification - a willingness to undertake and attain the qualification - Specialist Qualification in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (Children and Young People) Graduate Diploma.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>You will hold either a BSc (Hons) Habilitation Work (with CYP) or Graduate Diploma in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (with CYP) or be in the final year of working towards one of these qualifications.</li><li>If qualified, you will hold and maintain registration with Habilitation VI UK and/or RWPN and be able to evidence continued professional development (CPD) relevant to vision impairment and habilitation.</li><li>Experience in delivering habilitation training to CYPVI.</li><li>Experience of delivering training to adults.</li><li>Skilled in assessing needs, planning, and delivering mobility and Independent Living Skills programmes.</li><li>Confident conducting environmental audits and risk assessments.</li></ul>This is a rewarding role that requires patience, creativity, and adaptability. The successful postholder will be adept at tailoring training and building trust.This position builds transferable skills in assessment, planning, and multi-agency collaboration and has a direct impact upon a CYPVI’s confidence and community inclusion.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 HSC10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Dates:28th January, in person at our Farnham House, Stevenage offices, or&nbsp;30th January, in person at our Apsley, Hemel Hempstead officesBenefits 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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Hertfordshire County Council

Habilitation Specialist

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.&nbsp;Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? This is a unique opportunity to join us as a Senior Practitioner in our Help and Protection West area team on full time permanent. &nbsp;You will assume a crucial role in managing and delivering effective and efficient services for children, young people, and their families.Your responsibilities include providing professional supervision, adhering to Social Work England's code of practice, and contributing to team development. Flexibility and commitment to working outside office hours are essential to meet the diverse needs of families.As a Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for:<ul><li>Assessing and managing risk in complex and urgent situations.</li><li>Providing professional advice and guidance to other agencies and professionals.</li><li>Supervising and supporting other staff members in the team.</li><li>Ensuring high standards of practice and record keeping.</li><li>Contributing to the development and improvement of the service.</li></ul>You will make the most of your social work and specialist experience by holding a smaller caseload, also supporting a team of Social workers and taking a lead in the development of their practice.&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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).&nbsp; &nbsp;Who are we looking for? If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s):About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Practitioner

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Join our Adult Social Care Hospital Team, where we work with some of our most vulnerable residents using a compassionate, strength-based approach that keeps each person firmly at the centre of their care. Here, our social workers have the time and space to build meaningful relationships and truly understand the individuals they support.
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Social Worker to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnext.frame.io%2Fshare%2F1577228d-f352-4376-bda1-b7e23fb8a467%2Fview%2F4c123f12-a4db-4b9d-bc4b-ad3afd6c548f&amp;data=05%7C02%7CAriana.Burdfield%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Ce054c16b26ce4f0814cb08de026b4bab%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638950857044512065%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=95bvJ53D6DjnwBuIfCFj16kGhMlXe0RvtttFrjJNY5c%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Adult Social Care Workforce video</a>.
If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact <a href="mailto:katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">katherine.wheeler@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a> to arrange a suitable time.
We have developed clear career pathways for many of our roles. To learn more, please explore our Adult Social Care academy model:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/academy-model-career-development#:~:text=Adult%20social%20care%20%2D%20social%20work%20career%20pathway%20handbook" target="_blank">Adult social care – social work career pathway handbook</a>
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
In our Adult Social Care Hospital Team,&nbsp;you will support our most vulnerable residents in getting their lives firmly on track, using a strength-based approach and always keeping the person at the heart of everything you do.
As a Social Worker, you will have the time to build meaningful relationships with the people you work with, making a real difference in their lives.
You will be part of a team that places a strong emphasis on integrated working with our partners, delivering holistic and seamless support to those who need it most.
We currently have vacancies for experienced and motivated Social Workers within the Adult Social Care Hospital Team who can respond to general enquiries and crisis situations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>About the team…</h3>
Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams. We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos. Our teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.&nbsp;
We work closely with health and other partners to ensure people avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. If hospital care is needed, we make sure it is only for as long as necessary and we focus on helping them return home as quickly and safely as possible.
We have a range of intermediate care and discharge to assess services that focus on keeping people in their own homes.&nbsp;
Recognising the challenges working in Adult Social Care, we make sure our staff are well supported.&nbsp; You will receive regular supervision and access to training. Our focus is on supporting staff to learn, grow and develop, helping them achieve their full potential. We actively listen to social care staff about the best ways to deliver services and encourage feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>You will manage a caseload, organising and prioritising the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</li>
<li>You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, connecting people and their families to their community and social networks enabling them to live within their own communities.</li>
<li>You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure people have the right care, at the right time in the right place.</li>
<li>You will take a strengths-based approach to support people to live the best life they can and reduce dependence on long term care.</li>
<li>You will support the delivering and maintaining of high standards of performance across the service.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
The interview date will be confirmed.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Michelle Watson,Assistant Community Services Manager – Hospital Team, <a href="mailto:michelle.watson@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.watson@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
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Bracknell Forest Council

Social Worker - Adult Social Care Hospital Team

Job DescriptionPlease Note we are only accepting applications from qualified social workers who have successfully passed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.&nbsp;Discover 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.About UsLewisham Adults with Learning Disability and Autism Service is dedicated to delivering the best support to adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism. We are committed to innovative approaches and continuous improvement, ensuring that our services are at the forefront of best practices.Join Our Team as a Social Worker – Make a Lasting ImpactAre you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and Autism? We’re seeking experienced and motivated professionals to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of adult social care.As a Social Worker in our service, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, strengths-based assessments, interventions, and care planning. Your work will directly support individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul> <li>Providing person-centred social work support that empowers individuals and promotes independence.</li> <li>Leading on comprehensive assessments, care planning, and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li> <li>Collaborating closely with individuals, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals to ensure holistic and effective support.</li> <li>Navigating and applying the Continuing Health Care (CHC) framework, safeguarding protocols, and Mental Capacity Act processes with confidence and clarity.</li> <li>Staying informed about local services and resources to ensure the best outcomes for those you support.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul> <li>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England, must have passed AYSE .</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of the adult social care legal framework, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation.</li> <li>Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and a commitment to promoting their rights, choices, and wellbeing.</li> <li>Excellent communication, assessment, and crisis intervention skills.</li> <li>A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.</li></ul>Why Join Us?If you are excited by the prospect of delivering exceptional support to adults with learning disabilities and Autism and want to be part of a passionate, forward thinking, inspiring team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and join us on our journey to make a positive impact!<ul> <li>Be part of a passionate, supportive, and forward-thinking team.</li> <li>Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.</li> <li>A chance to contribute to innovative service delivery and make a tangible impact in people’s lives.</li> <li>Generous holiday allowance, Local Government Pension scheme, flexible working and family-friendly policies, season ticket and bicycle loans, local subsidised gym memberships, and supportive staff networks.</li></ul>If you’re ready to bring your expertise and empathy to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now and help us build a stronger, more inclusive future for adults with learning disabilities.Location&nbsp;&nbsp;15 minutes south of London Bridge, based in Catford SE6 with 2 mainline train stations 5-10 minutes’ walk from the office at Laurence House and numerous bus routes that stop outside the offices. We operate a hybrid working approach as determined by service requirements. &nbsp;Special conditions<ul> <li>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England, must have passed AYSE.</li> <li>This job is subject to Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.</li> <li>Qualified Social Worker BA /DipSW/CQSW or equivalent and completion of ASYE programme.</li> <li>Adherence to standards set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’sPlease click <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/Case%20Management%20Social%20Worker%20JDPS" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary £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.Diversity&nbsp;Lewisham 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>&nbsp;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.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:&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=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">Twitter</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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London Borough of Lewisham

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Senior Social Worker to join our dedicated Adult Social Care Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a vital role in guiding, supporting, supervising, and/or line-managing both registered and non-registered Social Care professionals, ensuring high standards of quality and performance are consistently maintained.
Operating within relevant legal frameworks, policies, procedures, and guidance, this key position involves carrying out assessments, reviews, and support planning with individuals and their carers. The goal is to promote well-being, independence, and safety, while empowering people to identify their own needs and the outcomes they wish to achieve.
The core purpose of the service is to empower people to live safely and independently within their communities. You’ll focus on maximising individual strengths and abilities, supporting people to make informed choices, and enabling carers to continue in their caring roles for as long as they choose and are able to.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that has recently been recognised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as among the best in the country. We are also proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, working to transform adult social care so that everyone can live in a home they love, stay connected to what matters, and thrive within their community.
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same—perfect for a compassionate, creative, and proactive social work professional who wants to make a meaningful difference!
⭐Staff Benefits⭐
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐Generous Annual Leave&nbsp;entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;(actual contribution details to follow)
⭐GP Helpline&nbsp;7 days a week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;with a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;confidential helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;(located at Shute End, Wokingham)
⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes&nbsp;– including&nbsp;Car&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cycle to Work
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;– savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;– running, football, cricket, and more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key responsibilities
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<li>To work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 to assess, review or reassess complex needs of customers and their carers, offering advice and guidance and access to support services in line with their eligible needs, with an emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.</li>
<li>To adopt and promote a strengths-based approach to the role and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers.</li>
<li>To direct, support and undertake risk assessments and formulate risk management plans, having regard for the safety of customers and others, whilst promoting independence and supporting positive risk enablement where appropriate.</li>
<li>To work in accordance with statutory legislation and the Council’s policies and procedures.</li>
<li>To identify (and support others to identify) and/or make enquiries concerning any allegations of potential abuse or neglect of adults with care and support needs with a view to the development and implementation of safeguarding plans which maintain their safety and the safety of others, within the multi-agency safeguarding adults procedures. To act as SAM (Safeguarding Adults Manager) on enquiries being undertaken by less experienced staff.</li>
<li>Chair meetings and case conferences (e.g. professionals meetings, case conferences, MDT’s etc.)</li>
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Candidate requirements
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<li>Professional Social Work qualification</li>
<li>Current registration to professional governing body - Social Work England</li>
<li>Full EU driving license (and access to daily use of a car)</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the relevant care group and of an appropriate range of professional interventions</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years (including ASYE) post qualification experience in Adult Social Care or Health Care environment</li>
<li>Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate, supervise and performance manage staff</li>
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Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact Ashnalta Manik - <a href="mailto:Ashnalta.Manik@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ashnalta.Manik@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 18th January 2026, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date.
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.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Senior Social Worker (Adult Social Care)

Job Title: Life Coaches Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>If you are passionate about working with children, young people and their families, working as a team to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! Family is at the heart of our work in Hertfordshire. Our goal is to support children and young people in care to reunite with their families where it’s safe and in their best interests. The Family Safeguarding Children in Care (FSCIC) Phase 2 Team, part of the Family Safeguarding Service, was launched in 2022 to extend our successful Family Safeguarding model into the Children Looked After Service. Following its success, it is now a core part of our work. Our multi-disciplinary team uses Motivational Interviewing to help parents make positive changes. We bring together specialists in mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, neurodiversity, and trauma, alongside social workers, adolescent practitioners, and life coaches. We provide intensive, trauma-informed support for young people aged 10–18 who are at risk of entering care, returning home after family breakdown, or facing exploitation and complex mental health challenges. Learn more about Hertfordshire’s Family Safeguarding model: <a href="http://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding" target="_blank">www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding</a><h4>About the role</h4>We have several exciting opportunities to join our newly formed hub, bringing together the Reunification Team and Edge of Care Team.In this role, you’ll work directly with parents of children in care or at risk of entering care, helping them achieve positive change through coaching, parenting interventions, and relationship-based practice. You’ll receive specialist training in Non-Violent Resistance and be part of a service that values professional growth and development.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work directly with children and young people (10+) and their families to achieve agreed goals through coaching, parenting interventions, and relationship-based practice.</li><li>Conduct weekly home visits to support progress and improve outcomes.</li><li>Develop expertise in non-violent resistance to address challenging behaviours linked to trauma, such as aggression, self-harm, and substance misuse.</li><li>Deliver interventions through individual and group sessions, promoting positive relationships and de-escalation strategies.</li><li>Provide practical support, including housing applications, benefit claims, and establishing routines.</li><li>Facilitate sessions that strengthen parent-child connections and offer constructive feedback.</li><li>Make referrals to specialist colleagues and partner agencies as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate case records and attend relevant meetings.</li><li>Build strong professional relationships to ensure timely, effective support for families.</li><li>Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of children and families.</li></ul>We offer flexibility to ensure families get the support they need. This role includes some evening and weekend work within extended service hours (weekdays 9am–10pm, weekends 2pm–10pm), which will involve working approximately 1 evening a week and 1 weekend day a month. <h4>About you</h4>There are no formal qualifications are required for the role, and you will receive Motivational Interviewing training, NVR training and ARC training.&nbsp;Essential:<ul><li>Experience and understanding of case management including assessment, action planning and reviews.</li><li>Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating support activities for and with young people and their carers.</li><li>Knowledge of the issues affecting young people at risk of Child Exploitation</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Equality and Diversity Issues.</li><li>Knowledge of child development and adolescents, social, emotional and mental health needs.</li><li>Ability to engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people in a variety of settings and to achieve positive outcomes with them.</li><li>Diving License and access to a vehicle.&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies relating to this service user group.</li><li>Relevant professional qualification in Youth/Community work, Social Care, Health or Education.</li><li>Previous experience of working with children and families.&nbsp;</li></ul> We have several exciting opportunities available for passionate professionals who want to make a real difference for children, young people, and families. As part of our innovative, multi-disciplinary service, you’ll help shape brighter futures and deliver life-changing support. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where every day counts, apply today and be part of something that truly matters.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 HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Jenna.Keen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jenna.Keen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 13th and 14th January Benefits 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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Life Coaches

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 HoursContract Type: - Full Time, Fixed term until 31st March 2027 Location: Ty Pawb / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Childrens Services - Intensive Support Team 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 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are looking for a Senior Practitioner that wants to help make a positive difference to children’s lives, supporting children to remain cared for within their families.As a Senior Practitioner in our Intensive Support Team, you would be joining an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and expertise with a range of professionals, including Social Workers, Support Workers, Specialist Health Visitors, Child Psychologist and Education Worker.You need to be effective at building positive working relationships and committed to promoting a solution focused family approach to intervention, championing a strengths-based, what matters approach with families.The successful candidate needs to be passionate about working with children, young people, and their families, and demonstrate leadership and role modelling to keep families together.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation and statutory regulations, research and practice in relation to the relevant service area.</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, 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 Karen Singler on 01495 233261 or email <a href="mailto:singlk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">singlk@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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Senior Practitioner - Intensive Support Team

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Social Worker - Permanence 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!Ofsted stated the following about our Children and Young People's Services in their recent monitoring visit: “The workforce is passionate, committed, and excited about the future.&nbsp;Staff care deeply about their young people and are ambitious for their futures…they feel well supported by their colleagues, managers, and senior leaders, whom they describe as approachable and visible.”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>As a Children’s Social Worker, you will effectively manage a diverse caseload with children and families within our Assessment or Safeguarding Services</li><li>As a Children’s Social Worker, you will be confident in undertaking direct work and completing high-quality assessments within set timescales&nbsp;</li><li>The post holder, as a Children’s Social Worker, will be responsible for complex decision making, being able to clearly identify levels of risks, always ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people, using your professional judgement, critical reflection, and evidence-based tools&nbsp;</li><li>Our Social Workers will be innovative and creative in using a wide range of social work interventions to minimise risk and improve outcomes, ensuring that the child/young person’s voice is heard throughout&nbsp;</li><li>You will be confident to build and maintain positive professional relationships, with excellent communication and engagement skills&nbsp;</li></ul>Please note: we are not currently accepting newly qualified social worker applications for our ASYE programme. This will be a separate advert when we recruit for our next ASYE cohort.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 on Sunday 4 January 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 5 January 2026 Interview date: W/C 12 January 2026 Interview format: face-to-faceWe 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.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&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&nbsp;<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&nbsp;<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.

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Liverpool City Council needs you!

Social Worker - Permanence Service

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker to join our award-winning Adult Social Care Team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full-time, permanent basis.
As a Social Worker in our Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) Team, you’ll support young people with additional needs as they move from childhood into adult life. Working with those aged 14–25 as they navigate key milestones such as education, employment, independent living, health, and community participation. You’ll collaborate closely with families, schools, adult services, health partners, and other agencies to ensure a smooth, empowering, and well-coordinated transition to adulthood.
You’ll be joining an award-winning, forward-thinking service that places young people and their families at the heart of everything we do. Wokingham is a progressive, high-performing council, recently recognised as one of the top local authorities in the country in our latest CQC Local Authority Assessment. We are also proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, working to transform adult social care so that everyone can live in a home they love, stay connected to what matters, and thrive within their community.
You’ll be welcomed into a supportive team that works flexibly through a hybrid model, combining home working, office collaboration, and in-person visits with young people and families as needed. We’re committed to your professional growth, offering extensive training and development opportunities for those looking to specialise or advance their practice.
Hear directly from our team: 
'Working with the PfA team is some of the most rewarding work you can do. We champion young people at a crucial turning point, helping them move into adulthood with confidence and possibility. If you want purpose-driven work, real impact and a team that lifts you up - then PfA is where you belong'&nbsp;
“If your goal to help young people overcome immediate challenges and foster long term positive change within their lives, and the community surrounding them which aligns with a person-centred approach, the Preparing for Adulthood Team is for you. We collaboratively, as a team, provide support and empowerment to provide self efficacy to allow everyone's best self to shine”
⭐Staff Benefits⭐
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;(actual contribution details to follow)
⭐GP Helpline&nbsp;7 days a week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;with a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;confidential helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;(located at Shute End, Wokingham)
⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes&nbsp;– including&nbsp;Car&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cycle to Work
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;– savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;– running, football, cricket, and more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key responsibilities
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<li>Work under the Care Act 2014 to assess and review the needs of young people and their carers, offering clear advice and connecting them with the right support to stay safe and well.</li>
<li>Take a strengths-based, person-centred approach—building positive relationships and ensuring dignity, culture, communication needs, and individual choices are always respected.</li>
<li>Complete risk assessments and develop plans that protect people while promoting independence and positive risk-taking.</li>
<li>Identify and respond to concerns about abuse or neglect, contributing to safeguarding enquiries and helping put effective safety plans in place.</li>
<li>Make sense of complex situations and work with others to find practical, creative solutions.</li>
<li>Work closely with young people, their families, carers, education settings, health partners, and internal teams to gather information, assess needs, and agree the best support options—promoting independence, wellbeing, and sustainable outcomes within the community.</li>
<li>Advocate for young people and ensure their voice is heard throughout their transition to adulthood.</li>
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Candidate requirements
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<li>Registered Social Worker (SWE) with experience in social care or healthcare settings.</li>
<li>Passionate about supporting young people with SEND and complex needs.</li>
<li>Skilled in strengths-based, person-centred practice and confident in multi-agency working.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Children Act, Mental Capacity Act, and transition guidance.</li>
<li>Experienced in assessing complex needs and analysing information to develop effective solutions.</li>
<li>An empathetic, resilient communicator who can engage creatively with young people and families.</li>
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Our area
Wokingham Borough is a thriving area in the heart of Berkshire, offering great transport links, excellent schools, strong communities, and beautiful countryside. With a growing economy and low crime, it’s a great place to live and work. We’re also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community.
If you are passionate about helping young people build their best adult futures, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal discussion, please contact: <a href="mailto:Julie.Puddephatt@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Julie.Puddephatt@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: &nbsp;18th January 2026, 11pm
Interview date: TBC
Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer

Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood

Job Description Discover 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.What’s the role ?Join Our Transitions Team – Empower Young Adults to ThriveSenior Social Worker – Transition Team (Ages 18–25)Are you passionate about supporting young people as they move into adulthood? We’re looking for skilled and motivated Senior Social Workers to join our&nbsp;Transitions Team, where you’ll play a vital role in helping young adults with disabilities navigate the journey from children’s to adult services.We are seeking to recruit senior social workers , who is a qualified social worker, to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, demonstrate exceptional assessment and intervention skills, and be committed to promoting best practices within social work. This role will involve providing expert guidance and support to colleagues, as well as holding a varied case load including complex cases and contributing to service development. Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification, and be registered with the relevant professional body. Applicants must be willing to undertake practice educator training.This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work that promotes independence, inclusion, and wellbeing.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul> <li>Leading the assessment and planning process for young people aged 18–25 with disabilities, ensuring that all interventions are holistic and person-centred.</li> <li>Providing expert advice and consultation to team members, supporting them with complex cases and promoting reflective practice.</li> <li>Championing multi-agency working by collaborating closely with families, education providers, health professionals, and partner agencies to achieve seamless transitions.</li> <li>Ensuring robust application of legal frameworks, such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation, and providing guidance to less experienced staff on these areas.</li> <li>Taking a lead role in navigating Continuing Health Care (CHC) processes, advocating for the best outcomes, and supporting the professional development of colleagues in this area.</li> <li>Contributing to service improvement initiatives, sharing best practice, and supporting the development of policies and procedures within the Transitions Team.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul> <li>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England, must&nbsp;have passed AYSE.</li> <li>Professionals seeking to advance their careers as senior social workers and broaden their expertise.</li> <li>A strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing young adults with disabilities.</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in adult social care and transitions.</li> <li>Excellent communication, assessment, and crisis management skills.</li> <li>A collaborative, person-centered approach with a commitment to empowering young people and their families.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that values innovation and inclusion.</li> <li>Access to continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.</li> <li>A chance to shape the future of transitions services and make a real difference in young people’s lives.</li></ul>What’s in it for you<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance,</li> <li>&nbsp;Local Government Pension scheme,</li> <li>&nbsp;flexible working and family-friendly policies,</li> <li>&nbsp;season ticket and bicycle loans,</li> <li>&nbsp;local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>supportive staff networks.</li></ul>If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to a role that supports young people at a pivotal stage in their lives, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now and help us build brighter futures for young adults with disabilities.<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.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU 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>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England, must&nbsp;have passed AYSE</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li> <li>Please Note: we are only accepting applications from qualified social workers who have successfully passed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.For an informal discussion about this job, please contact<ul> <li>Hazel Ashworth, HoS AWLD, Autism, Transitions, Deprivation of Liberty <a href="mailto:hazel.ashworth@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">hazel.ashworth@lewisham.gov.uk</a>, Direct Line: 0208 314 8226</li> <li>Caprice Corbin Lead Operational Manager Transitions -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Caprice.Corbin@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Caprice.Corbin@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Direct line: 020 8314 9678</li></ul>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/SeniorCaseManagementSocialWorker261125" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£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:&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=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">Twitter</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

What will you be doing?Looking to develop your best practice?We are the right team, at the right time and in the right place.About youProfessionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you will have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families. Your experience should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks.Along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner, being a team player is essential in any social work team. You will build relationships with colleagues, as well as statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies.If you share this vision of excellent Social Work practice, we want to hear from you.RewardsIn return for helping us achieve our aims, there is a strong commitment to supporting your professional development. As a qualified Social Worker we know that you want to make a difference and working at Kent County Council you will be given every support and opportunity to do so.We offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.About usThe right teamDoing the best for the children of Kent is a team effort and we’ve worked hard to create a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative, share ideas and advice.The right team needs the right managers. Ours have a well-deserved reputation for being supportive through regular, quality supervision. We also have a number of credible expert practitioners to learn from and you will find them approachable and keen to help. Sharing knowledge is part of who we are. Together, our teams deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes for children.An integral part of re-thinking the way we work remotely is support for YOU going forward. Here you'll find the assistance, guidance and training available for all colleagues and managers to enable you to make flexible working work for you, your team and your service.The right timeThere has never been a better time to join us. We have invested in every area of our service including the careers of outstanding people who share our commitment to improving young lives in Kent.The right placeWe are proud of our Ofsted rating of outstanding and we are continuing to develop excellent services and ensure ‘Children are at the centre of Kent County Council’s culture and practice’ (Ofsted 2022.) As one of the largest Children’s Social Work Service in the country, we offer a comprehensive learning and development framework in Kent. And because one size doesn’t fit all, we offer opportunities that can be tailored to individual, and team needs.We can offer a wide variety of work that you are unlikely to find elsewhere. Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of opportunities to support children and young people from all backgrounds and circumstances. You will be able to work across a range of locations and environments, and to be seconded to or move to other teams. We place great importance on professional development that enables you to grow your skills and knowledge to manage a varied caseload. There will be new challenges and opportunities with case work and as part of the wider organisation, e.g. developing specialist links with partner agencies and representing Children’s Services in court.Acting as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, you will contribute to training initiatives, and, proactively maintaining your awareness of changes in child development theories, legislation, policies and practices, you will share your knowledge and uphold high standards of social work.TransportWhilst we foster a hybrid working approach, the role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency. 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.BenefitsA competitive starting salary, including an annual market premium payment of up to £5,000 subject to eligibility. A supportive team working environment with regular supervision.Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway.An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs.Generous annual leave allowance.Local Government pension scheme.Access to smarter working / flexible working.Relocation Package.You will also have a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression. EligibilityThis post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with the appropriate professional body as a qualified Social Worker.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.Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Please do not re-apply if you have been interviewed for this post in the last six months.About youTo find out more about the role please get in touch today by emailing <a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@hrconnect.org.uk</a> or calling us on 0331 6309541.About usWork that works for you and us - let’s talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county’s working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note – if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.





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Senior Practitioner - Children's Social Work Services

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Social Worker - Assessment or 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 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!Ofsted stated the following about our Children and Young People's Services in their recent monitoring visit: “The workforce is passionate, committed, and excited about the future.&nbsp;Staff care deeply about their young people and are ambitious for their futures…they feel well supported by their colleagues, managers, and senior leaders, whom they describe as approachable and visible.”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>As a Children’s Social Worker, you will effectively manage a diverse caseload with children and families within our Assessment or Safeguarding Services</li><li>As a Children’s Social Worker, you will be confident in undertaking direct work and completing high-quality assessments within set timescales&nbsp;</li><li>The post holder, as a Children’s Social Worker, will be responsible for complex decision making, being able to clearly identify levels of risks, always ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people, using your professional judgement, critical reflection, and evidence-based tools&nbsp;</li><li>Our Social Workers will be innovative and creative in using a wide range of social work interventions to minimise risk and improve outcomes, ensuring that the child/young person’s voice is heard throughout&nbsp;</li><li>You will be confident to build and maintain positive professional relationships, with excellent communication and engagement skills&nbsp;</li></ul>We are currently not accepting newly qualified social worker applications for our ASYE programme. This will be a separate advert when we recruit for our next ASYE cohort.&nbsp;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 on Sunday 4 January 2026 Shortlisting date: Monday 5 January 2026 Interview date: w/c Monday 12 January 2026 Interview format: 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.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman at <a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&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.

Social Worker - Assessment or Safeguarding Service

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An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Adult Social Care Service within Sefton Council. Sefton are looking for a Social Worker for the North Team
Social Workers located within the team provide a service in line with the principles of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and Mental Health Act (1983), alongside many other legal frameworks. The role covers the wide range of social work activities, including safeguarding..
We are excited about a number of innovations that we are making to the way we work with people and so we are looking for someone who is open and flexible in their leadership approach and office base
Sefton is a vibrant local authority that is already on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030.&nbsp;
Our borough is the northern&nbsp; area of the Liverpool City Region with more than 273,000 residents.
We have the best of both worlds in Sefton, the vibrant city of Liverpool to the south and 22 miles of fantastic coastline and respected green spaces in the north. The borough is internationally recognised for its outstanding natural beauty and commitment to sustainability and has a flourishing visitor economy.
With the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches, dunes and the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.
Here in Sefton our communities look out for each other. We focus on our similarities and diversities but never on our differences, working together for Sefton people.
If you feel you are the right person for this key position , we would welcome your application.
Should you have any questions prior to applying please contact Service Manager, Mark Waterhouse <a href="mailto:Mark.Waterhouse@sefton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mark.Waterhouse@sefton.gov.uk</a> 07583 079948, or Team Manger, Vicki Smart <a href="mailto:Vicki.Smart@sefton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vicki.Smart@sefton.gov.uk</a> 07811024976
Closing Date - 05/01/2026
Provisional Interview Date - W/C 19/01/2026

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Social Worker - Adult Social Care North

Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children in care?We are interested in hearing from dedicated Social Workers who would like to join our Children in Care Team.Our Team:The team is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care and Care Leavers are supported to achieve positive outcomes and support them in planning to build their lives as young adults ready to leave care and live independently.Your Contributions:As a social worker in the team you will be responsible for care planning for children in care aged predominantly 16 and 17 years of age ensuring they are safe, happy and achieving their aspirations and goals. You will work closely with our partner agencies to deliver high quality care and support to our children and young people.The team works closely alongside the care leaving service with the Personal Advisors, Independent reviewing managers and outreach workers.The team specialises in conducting brief enquiries and age assessments where necessary for those children seeking asylum and age assessment training so experience within this area is desirable not essential, as age assessment training is provided to all social workers within the team.The team focus on those older adolescent children who need specific support in preparing them for independence when they turn 18 years of age and transfer from a Social Worker to a Personal Advisor.Young people transfer from frontline teams at the point of a permanency plan being agreed either within court or via section 20 Southwark judgement for homeless 16/17 year olds alongside unaccompanied asylum seeking children and transferring from within the service from the Children in Care wider team already with a plan of permanency.Hours: 37Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Car leasing schemes</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>A relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:Grade HBC7 - £2,710 Grade HBC8 - £2,710Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.Next Steps:Here at Halton we are committed to supporting Social Workers to achieve their aspirations and you will have real opportunities for further promotion and training, as the Council is keen to develop advanced practitioners and also future leaders.Halton offer a nurturing ASYE programme for newly qualified workers through our Social Work Academy. This includes a protected caseload, dedicated time for study, a tailored training package and additional reflective supervisions. You will be allocated an ASYE assessor who works alongside you and your line manager to ensure you are supported throughout your first year in practice and beyond.For experienced workers we offer the opportunity for progression and continued professional development which includes a focus on your development including opportunities to become a practice educator, work with our local universities on delivering course material to student and progression to advanced practitioner. We have strong links to our local Universities and we offer specialist training and membership of Research in Practice. We aim to support you throughout your career whether you want to progress through a specialism, management pathways or teaching.To apply for this post you must be a qualified social worker ideally with post qualifying experience within a statutory children’s social care setting, along with knowledge and understanding of working with children in care and care leavers and our key partners as a corporate parent. Full Social Work Qualification is required. In addition, this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure, a UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required and Social Work England Registration.For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Emma Wright - <a href="mailto:Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk</a>.Applications will be continuously reviewed and applicants invited to interview on an adhoc basis. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council's Plan

Social Worker - Children in Care and Care Leavers 16+ 

Job Title: SEND Tribunals Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Based at Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working and travel across Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWe are recruiting 3x Tribunals Officers.<h4>About the team</h4>The Tribunals Team manages and co-ordinates the local authority's response to SEND appeals. The team prepares evidence, liaises with professionals and schools, and represents the local authority at hearings. The team also supports service improvement across casework and supports the legal and SEND teams as the administrative hub for Pre-Action Protocols and Judicial Reviews.&nbsp;Our goal is to create a tribunal service that is accessible, transparent, efficient and fair for everyone. You’ll be an essential part of our team, collaborating with parents, carers, young people, schools and other key stakeholders within the SEND statutory and legal framework. You'll join a well-established team, who are always seeking new ways to innovate and improve, and your input will be crucial in shaping the future of our service to meet the evolving needs of our SEND community.<h4>About the role</h4>Are you looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in legal representation and multi-agency working? This role offers an excellent opportunity to do just that. With support and training, you'll be well-equipped to succeed and contribute to ensuring every child receives the support they need.Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Casework: You will ensure high-quality casework is carried out in relation to the cases held, encouraging resolution and reconciliation for appeals received from the Tribunal.</li><li>Representation: You will represent the Local Authority at the Special Educational Needs and Disability First Tier Tribunal.</li><li>Coordination: You will use your negotiation and influencing skills to work with parents, schools, and multi-disciplinary practitioners to seek resolution to the appeal.</li><li>Development: You will develop the multi-agency response to a Tribunal, including creating chronologies, arranging and chairing case planning meetings and other multi-agency meetings, and preparing and collating evidence to support the Local Authority’s position.</li><li>Policy Contribution: You will contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and provisions for children with SEND. This includes staying updated on SEND casework, national legislation changes, and departmental policies, as well as supporting the induction, training, and support of team members.</li><li>Database Management: You will input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people in appeal.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A high level of experience working with families or children in or aligned to SEND with extensive experience of the statutory EHCP process</li><li>A high level of experience working with both internal and external agencies across the SEND Partnership.</li><li>A good working knowledge of the law governing SEND.</li><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to facilitate dialogue, promoting collaboration and resolving disputes through influence and negotiation.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and ability to work unsupervised, managing multiple cases to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to remain resilient when under pressure while navigating complex issues and challenges.</li><li>Excellent IT skills.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire for meetings as needed.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of advocacy and representing at Tribunals or similar.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant case law.</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&nbsp;Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Vanessa Croxford - <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>This is an ongoing advert for a period of time until vacancies are filled. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.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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We have exciting opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join the Community Team!
This is a rolling advert. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly. We encourage early submissions to ensure you don't miss this opportunity.
These are full-time, permanent roles, with a salary of&nbsp;£45,831&nbsp;- £50,414&nbsp;per annum&nbsp;plus&nbsp;an annual retention bonus of £3,000 subject to eligibility.&nbsp;
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is looking for&nbsp;Senior Social Workers&nbsp;to join the Community&nbsp;Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents while contributing to a high-performing and supportive workplace.
About the team:
The Community Team is comprised on Social Care Practitioners, Senior Social Care Practitioners, Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, all led by the Service Manager. Our responsibilities include receiving and recording referrals from statutory and non-statutory agencies as well as individuals. We complete care needs assessments, arrange care packages (both community and care home settings), care reviews, adult safeguarding, mental capacity assessments and representing the Council at various multi-disciplinary meetings.&nbsp;
The Role:
As a Senior Social Worker, you will deliver statutory services to residents with eligible care needs by conducting outcome-focused assessments, creating tailored care plans, and ensuring their effective implementation. Alongside managing a caseload of complex assessments, you will provide supervision and support to team members, fostering their professional development and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
You will work flexibly with the management team, lead on key projects, and chair meetings such as risk assessments and best interest decisions. With a focus on safeguarding adults at risk, achieving performance targets, and operating within budgetary constraints, you will play a vital role in driving continuous improvement and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
About Us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country.&nbsp; The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. The RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking motivated professionals with:
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<li>A recognised&nbsp;Social Work qualification&nbsp;and&nbsp;current registration with Social Work England.</li>
<li>Significant experience in adult social care, including managing complex caseloads.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and policies, including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Data Protection 1998, and the Human Rights Act 1998.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in adult safeguarding.</li>
<li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise and support team members and students.</li>
<li>The confidence to represent the RBWM in multi-agency settings and make sound decisions.</li>
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<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice, and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
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Interview dates:&nbsp;Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled accordingly.
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Chorus Nyamakunda (Mr), Service Manager on <a href="mailto:chorus.nyamakunda@rbwm.gov.uk" target="_blank">chorus.nyamakunda@rbwm.gov.uk</a>

Senior Social Worker (Community Team)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We have three permanent opportunities for M11 Social Workers to join our Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. Each role is full-time, working 37 hours per week.West Neighbourhood Mental Health Team is based at Mill View Hospital in Hove.East Neighbourhood Mental Health Team is based at East Brighton Community Mental Health CentreFor an informal discussion, please contact Victoria Cottis &nbsp;<a href="mailto:victoria.cottis2@nhs.net" target="_blank">victoria.cottis2@nhs.net</a>&nbsp;Interview date – TBC<h2>About the role</h2>&nbsp;As a Social Worker you will support the delivery of statutory duties placed upon us by the Care Act carrying and other tasks related to the provision of Mental Health Services. These duties will relate to individuals, families and carers in accordance with relevant statutory legislation.&nbsp;Community Mental Health Services in Brighton &amp; Hove has a well-established Section 75 (S.75) agreement in place. This agreement contributes to the improvement in mental health and wellbeing and results in easier access to a more responsive mental health service.The S.75 agreement between Brighton and Hove City Council and Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust has been in place for many years and has meant several Social Care staff have been co-located within the Trust to deliver statutory duties. &nbsp;This way of working in close partnership has been valued by both organisations, and by those that use our services, and this new agreement seeks to maintain and strengthen this collaborative way of working.The S.75 agreement serves as a significant tool in achieving the ambitions to transform adults and older adults’ community mental health services and reduce health inequalities.&nbsp;In practice, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Brighton and Hove City Council delegate tasks to each organisation to ensure a joined-up health and social care offer to those that use our services. Relevant training and support will be provided when acting on behalf of the other organisation and it also means that you're able to access a number of other training, learning and development opportunities from both organisations.We are looking for someone with relevant experience of holding complex casework, someone who has high professional standards and who is keen to continue their professional development. An excellent knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act is essential.Warranted Approved Mental health Act Professionals (AMHPs) will be encouraged to take part in the rota arrangements for the AMHP provision across the city. The AMHP service operates from the AMHP team’s base at Millview Hospital in Hove. A market supplement of £3500 p.a. is paid for 30 days a year on this rota, subject to satisfactory adherence to the 2008 Regulations for AMHPs.You will receive regular supervision and support and have opportunities for ongoing development and specialist training including AMHP training, subject to the Local Authority’s selection process.The post holder will be responsible for:<ul><li>Providing advice to staff about proportionate and personalised responses to service users and their carers.</li><li>Helping to embed consideration of strengths and relationship based practice in all of our assessment processes.</li><li>Providing a specialist view and/or intervention in the assessment and management of risk</li></ul>The successful candidate will: &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Be a qualified social worker. &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Confident in their knowledge and experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults and the assessment of risk. &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Have an understanding of the importance of information and advice in supporting people to maintain their own independence and wellbeingPlease read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

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Mental Health Social Worker - Assessment and Treatment Services

North East Derbyshire (North) Adult Social Work Team are seeking to recruit experienced Social Worker to join our friendly, community-based team of Social Care Practitioners and Social Workers. The team are highly supportive and operates on a largely agile, flexible basis across North East Derbyshire, utilising link worker and champion roles to carry out Care Act (2014) telephone and face-to-face assessments and reviews.The right applicant will need to evidence high levels of autonomy and accountability with timely recording of interventions to progress overall case management. Applicants must ensure they can demonstrate the skills to build positive, professional links with others to work closely with our partner agencies, such as Health, Police, Housing and Private, Voluntary Independent sectors. The ability to identify signposting opportunities is necessary to support carers, maximise independence and individual wellbeing with a focus on promoting person-centred, strength-based and cost effective outcomes.Whilst NED has a separate Duty team, it is necessary to be able to respond to changing situations, to effectively cover, triage and assess incoming work to support Adults and their carers - who may require a more urgent response. It is vital to be able to evidence experience and skills to manage a complex caseload whilst meeting your statutory duties in a safe, accountable and cost-effective manner to meet Care Act (2014) eligible needs alongside local authority statutory duties of care.It is an advantage to have experience of taking the lead on Section 42 Safeguarding, chairing multi agency meetings, such as Multi-Agency Risk Management (MARM) and completing Mental Capacity Act (2005) assessments, including Best Interest meetings, COP-DOLs and court work – though support, training and experience will be available for the right candidate if you wish to develop your skills in these areas.Derbyshire County Council is a fantastic place to work with friendly, supportive teams, access to training and a wealth of other benefits such as our flexi working scheme. You will have a minimum of monthly 1:1 supervision and plenty of opportunities for informal support with both your team, peers and line managers. We promote an environment that encourages reflection, individual and organisational learning, where we value sharing knowledge, championing roles and helping each other thrive in our everyday practice as part of a holistic, learning culture to support emotional resilience.Please Note: - Only candidates holding a registered Social Work qualification will be shortlisted, DCC does not currently offer sponsorship and ideally due to current staffing within the team, candidates who have completed their ASYE are preferred at this time.Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including: • Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25/27 days annual leave per year (rising to 30/32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant. • Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security • Supportive management and team • Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training. • Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling. • Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app. • Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply) • Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle. • Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply) • Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts. More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page Please read the comprehensive job description attached to this advertisement, and if you have any questions prior to applying, please do not hesitate to get in touch via the NED (North) Service Manager <a href="mailto:eva.white@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">eva.white@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Scheduled - Week commencing 2 February 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

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About the role:This role is a full time Social Worker post based within the Derbyshire’s Leaving Care Service. This enables excellent transitions to adulthood and excellent working relationships. The post is in the North East and Amber Valley Team based in Chesterfield, in a thriving young person hub/office space.Embedded within the team and service is a trauma informed, relationship based culture with high support, expectations and outcomes for our children.We support newly qualified social workers to progress in their career through supportive frameworks and excellent progression opportunities. We work hard to ensure that our social workers have the time and resources to deliver good outcomes for children and families. Our vision means working creatively to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to be the best they can be.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Provide a quality social work service that supports children to achieve their potential.</li><li>Effectively manage a number of young people to achieve the best outcomes for them.</li><li>Working in partnership with individuals build and sustain relationships, identify needs, and develop plans and responses that meet those needs.</li><li>Work closely with our care leavers, our partners and locality social work teams with an aspirational approach for young people’s futures.</li><li>Develop and embed a thorough knowledge of aspirational planning and transitions support for care leavers within the service.</li><li>Support leaving care workers with an understanding of social work practices, systems, knowledge and practice models.</li><li>Represent the service locally and regionally.</li></ul>What skills and experience do you need? <ul><li> BA Honours in Social Work and current Social Work England registration (refer to job and person profile for more information).</li><li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a person-centred approach to building a rapport and relationships with children and families.</li><li> Ability to reflect on own practice and development enabling flexible and thoughtful social work practice and positive change.</li><li>Experience of relationship focused social work.</li></ul>In line with our performance capability framework, systemic practice model and continued professional development, qualified registered social workers are eligible to progress from grade 9 to 11, which attracts a salary of between £32,347 - £43,270 pro rata.We believe that hard work and commitment to your role should be rewarded, so we offer a package to our social workers that will ensure you always feel supported and valued:<ul><li>manageable case loads</li><li>diverse range of cases providing an exciting, challenging and rewarding career</li><li>effective leadership and management which helps to reduce risk for our social workers and the children and families they support</li><li>excellent supervision and a supportive peer network</li><li>accelerated pay progression opportunities for frontline social workers following their ASYE</li><li>systemic training equivalent to a foundation level Post Graduate Certificate</li><li>access to an excellent range of training and development opportunities, worth over £5000, including leadership and management development</li><li>Corporate membership with Research in Practice – allowing access to reputable, evidence-based research, training, and resources</li><li>fantastic opportunities to undertake further formal qualifications and career progression through our career pathways</li><li>DBS check undertaken and paid for by us</li><li>Social Work England registration fee reimbursed</li></ul>For more information on Children and Family services and becoming a social worker in Derbyshire please visit <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/social-worker-recruitment/be-a-social-worker-for-derbyshire.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/social-worker-recruitment/be-a-so…</a>If you would like to talk to someone informally about this post, please contact Team Manager, Lisa Hulley – <a href="mailto:lisa.hulley@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.hulley@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>What benefits do we offer you?<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>travel expenses</li><li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>free car parking at most sites</li><li>an in-house counselling service</li><li>occupational health service</li><li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>cycle to work scheme</li></ul>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Social Worker (Leaving Care Service)

About us:Derbyshire County Council is ambitious and innovative, offering support to both newly qualified and experienced social workers. We provide a nurturing environment with excellent progression opportunities. Our vision is to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to be the best they can be.Derbyshire is a large authority divided into six localities: Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Erewash, High Peak (Buxton, Glossop, New Mills, and Matlock), Bolsover and North-East, and South Derbyshire. Alongside our Locality teams we have a countywide Children with Disabilities Service.Social workers are very positive about working for Derbyshire. Senior leaders have established a positive organisational culture, evident across the whole workforce. Workers feel respected and valued by leaders.’ - OFSTEDWe’re proud to say that our Children’s Services have received a ‘Good’ rating in our most recent OFSTED inspection and we’re on the lookout for passionate and driven qualified social workers to contribute to the well-being of children and families across Derbyshire.More exciting news – we've revamped our payment packages to attract and retain top talent like you. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive salaries, ensuring that their hard work is both rewarding and fulfilling.<ul><li>Grade 9 - £38,317 pro rata made up of:</li></ul>o Basic salary per annum: £34,317o Market supplement payment per annum: £4,000 pro rata<ul><li>Grade 10 - £38,422 - £41,730 pro rata made up of:</li></ul>o Basic salary per annum: £35,422 to £38,730 pro ratao Market supplement payment per annum: £3,000 pro rata<ul><li>Grade 11 - £41,865 - £45,270 pro rata made up of:</li></ul>o Basic salary per annum: £39,865 to £43,270 pro ratao Market supplement payment per annum: £2,000 pro rataWhat can you expect from us?We value your hard work and commitment, offering a comprehensive package that includes:<ul><li>Achievable case loads</li><li>Accelerated pay progression</li><li>Access to training and development opportunities worth over £5000</li><li>Systemic training equivalent to a Post Graduate Certificate</li><li>Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network</li><li>Effective leadership and management</li><li>Career progression and formal qualifications opportunities</li><li>Diverse range of cases for a rewarding career</li><li>Covered DBS fee and Social Work England registration fee reimbursement</li><li>What rewards and benefits do we offer you? </li></ul>Enjoy being a part of our team with benefits such as:<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month</li><li>Derbyshire Rewards - Discounts from high street retailers and more</li><li>Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme</li><li>Travel expenses</li><li>Discounts on leisure centre memberships</li><li>Free car parking at most sites</li><li>In-house counselling service</li><li>Occupational Health service</li><li>Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Various Employee Networks championing inclusivity across the council</li></ul>If you qualified for your social work degree outside the UK, please refer to <a href="https://www.socialworkengland.org.uk/registration/overseas-applicant-guidance/" target="_blank">Overseas applicant guidance - Social Work England</a>Make a real positive difference in the lives of children and families – join Derbyshire County Council today!Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1<ul></ul>

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