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We are a local authority working for the
 community, improving the lives of our residents and we are
 looking for a motivated and talented Senior Social Worker with
 mental health and social care experience to join our Mental
 Health Social Care Team. This role primarily focuses on
 supporting the Team / Team Manager with the S117 process and
 undertaking reviews. There is the opportunity to work flexibly
 and support the drive towards excellent S117 plans for people and
 their families. 
 
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as
 diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading
 Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is
 committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people
 with disabilities. 
 
Working as a Senior Social Worker for
 Reading Borough Council you will be part of a friendly and
 supporting team.&nbsp; We are looking for an individual who can
 demonstrate great communication skills and the ability to build
 and maintain relationships with adults of all ages, colleagues
 and health partners.

About the
 Role:
The Mental Health Social Care Team work
 with adults with a diagnosis of functional mental
 disorder. 
 
We use the Conversation Counts model and the team offer the full
 range of social care interventions for the client group, from
 advice and signposting, adult safeguarding, discharges from the
 psychiatric hospital, to initial assessments under the Care Act
 and commissioning of services to meet eligible needs or mental
 health aftercare needs under S117 Mental Health Act 1989 and
 onward reviews. 
 
Good knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act is pivotal to the role
 and experience of court work and Community DOLS is required. We
 welcome applications for AMHPs. The team takes a strengths based
 approach and aims to help individuals tap into support available
 in their local network where possible with an aim of preventing
 needs arising and promoting independence in their own
 home. 
 
We benefit from a mental health reablement service which supports
 our clients to meet their goals and retain independence and
 recover from periods of ill health. 
 
Have a particular focus on reviewing and
 S117 aftercare, you will support the team manager with quality
 assurance of S117 applications across the council and the process
 and we are particularly looking for someone highly organised and
 efficient.
 
You will hold a small varied caseload as well as providing
 supervision, guidance and oversight to a group of social care
 practitioners, operating as the duty manager for the team on a
 rota basis and deputising for the Team Manager as necessary.&nbsp; You
 will contribute to the team performance and positive outcomes for
 our residents. 
 
You will work within the legal framework provided by the statute,
 guidance, policies and procedures. 
 
You will need to have:
<ul>
<li>A degree or equivalent in Social
 Work</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work
 England</li>
<li>Understanding of the Care Act 2014 and
 relevant legislation that guides Adult Social Care.</li>
<li>Understanding and experience in working
 with the MHA 1983 (as amended 2007) and the MCA 2005)</li>
<li>Significant understanding and experience
 in working with adults with serious mental illness.</li>
<li>Good teamwork and networking skills</li>
<li>A proven ability to focus on good
 outcomes for people</li>
</ul>
 
We offer excellent support, supervision and induction.&nbsp; You will
 have access to our Learning and Development programme and be
 supported in your career and personal growth with opportunities
 to learn and develop. There are opportunities for training as an
 Approved Mental Health Professional, BIA or practice
 educator. 
 
We work closely with our colleagues within Reading Borough
 Council, Health Professionals, Voluntary and Charity colleagues
 to facilitate the best possible outcomes for those people we
 support. 
 
This role offers Agile/Hybrid Working you
 have the opportunity to work from home and the Civic Offices in
 Reading but also you will need to attend face to face visits
 within the Reading Borough.
&nbsp; 
You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play
 their part to the best of their ability. As well as the
 colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be
 part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making
 Reading a successful and vibrant place. 
 
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a
 great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the
 benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we
 will achieve this: 
 
Work Together as one team -
work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and
 demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency
 - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put
 forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take
 responsibility for our own learning and development and for
 reaching our potential
Be Ambitious
 - be demanding of our own performance - striving to be
 even better and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders
 in a constructive and positive way
Make a
 Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of
 customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the
 services needed at the time they are needed
 
Our offer A competitive
 salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days
 holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after
 5 years LG continuous service and 33 days after 10 years'
 service in Reading, with the option to buy additional
 leave</li>
<li>Maternity, adoption, parental and sick
 pay</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working
 opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to a range of training and
 learning opportunities to help you develop</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme
 (LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery)
 rated outstanding by Ofsted,</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with
 the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
</ul>
 
If you would like to find out more
 about this role and the team, please contact Penny Conroy, Mental
 Health Social Care Team Manager, on 07580 539 875 or
<a href="mailto:penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">penelope.conroy@reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: Applications to be reviewed
 upon submission 
Interview date: To be confirmed 
&nbsp;
Please note that the closing date is given
 as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a
 sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore,
 it is strongly advised that you complete and return your
 application as soon as possible to avoid
 disappointment. 
 
Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading's Community &amp;
 Adult Social Care Services. It's a chance to hear from the people
 who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their
 professional destination.

Reading Borough Council

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Social Care Team

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year pro rata plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £3,203 car benefit allowance a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed term for 12 monthsThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people leaving care? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to help shape and deliver high-quality support services to care leavers as they move into adulthood?We’re looking for a Deputy Team Manager to join our dynamic Leaving Care Team, supporting young people aged 16–25 on their journey to independence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a lasting impact.As Deputy Team Manager, you’ll work closely with the Team Manager to lead and inspire a committed team within our Corporate Parenting Service. You'll help shape service delivery, manage resources and budgets, and support frontline professionals to deliver tailored interventions that meet the complex and evolving needs of care-experienced young people.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Supporting the operational management of the Leaving Care Team.</li><li>Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding and statutory responsibilities.</li><li>Coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff to maintain high standards of practice.</li><li>Contributing to training and staff development.</li><li>Representing the service at internal and external meetings.</li></ul>You’ll ensure children and young people’s voices are heard, their individual needs are understood, and their welfare safeguarded – all while striving for the best possible outcomes in education, health, employment, and emotional well-being.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking a confident, empathetic leader with:<ul><li>Substantial experience in a children’s social care environment, especially with safeguarding, child protection, and statutory casework.</li><li>A strong track record of complex decision making and supporting practitioners through high-risk cases.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and performance standards related to Children’s Services.</li><li>Experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, helping teams to thrive and deliver exceptional care.</li><li>Ability to write complex reports and communicate effectively across a range of audiences.</li><li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration.</li></ul>If you’re committed to empowering care leavers and supporting your team to provide outstanding services, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508994&amp;ptId=11492" target="_blank">download: Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508995&amp;ptId=11492" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a real difference in the lives of children and families?Can you use your experience to support and protect some of Southwark’s most vulnerable children?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Children’s Services division is looking for a dedicated Specialist Social Worker to join our dynamic team and help make a lasting impact.About the Role:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Social Worker to join Southwark’s Children’s Services. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead work in three specialist areas:<ul><li>Southwark Judgement – supporting young people where housing status intersects with safeguarding concerns.</li><li>Pre-Birth Assessments – ensuring timely and robust early intervention for unborn children and their families.</li><li>Intentionally Homeless Families – working with families deemed intentionally homeless to ensure children's welfare remains central.</li></ul>As a Specialist Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Undertake complex assessments and ensure children’s needs are prioritised regardless of housing status.</li><li>Coordinate and lead pre-birth assessments alongside midwives and early help professionals.</li><li>Address safeguarding concerns with families experiencing housing instability.</li><li>Collaborate with housing, legal, and multi-agency partners to deliver holistic, child-centred outcomes.</li><li>Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with statutory guidance.</li><li>Contribute to the development of best practice within this specialist area.</li></ul>This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.About You:You are a committed and experienced practitioner who thrives in complex, multi-disciplinary environments and is passionate about early intervention, safeguarding, and achieving the best outcomes for children.You will need to have:<ul><li>A recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in statutory children’s services.</li><li>Proven expertise in child protection, pre-birth assessments, and court work.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Southwark Judgement and its impact on social work practice.</li><li>Experience supporting families facing housing instability or homelessness.</li><li>Excellent communication, critical thinking, and report-writing skills.</li><li>The ability to manage high-pressure situations and prioritise competing demands.</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll join a motivated and skilled group of professionals in a specialist team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. The team is focused on safeguarding children and supporting families through integrated and relationship-based practice. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Abi Omodeni at <a href="mailto:Abi.Omodeni@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Abi.Omodeni@southwark.gov.uk </a>or Victor Dadzie at <a href="mailto:Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a 12 month fixed term contract</li><li>Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 16th July 2025Interview date/s: w/c 28th July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2544532&amp;ptId=105480" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Social Worker – Southwark Judgement, Pre-Birth & Intentionally Homeless Families

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Senior Social Worker/Social Worker Working Age Team
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join and be part of the Working Age, Adult Social Work Team on a permanent basis. We welcome applications from experienced Social Workers.
The Working Age Social Work Team is responsible for adults from the age of 18 to 67 with a Learning Disability, Physical Disability, or a Diagnosis of a Severe and Enduring Mental Health Need. The team is also responsible for the statutory provisions under the Mental Health Act 1983 and runs the Council’s AMHP rota. 
The Social Work team is extremely busy, and the work undertaken is complex and challenging. As a Social Worker on the team, you will be expected to carry a complex caseload made up of all the different client groups the team works with, you will also be undertaking investigations under Safeguarding, Assessments including those under the Care Act, Care Planning and Reviewing. 
The team also undertakes a huge amount of legal work and has an excellent working relationship with the Council’s Legal Team. The successful candidate will have the BIA qualification or be willing to undertake this. The team works very closely with colleagues in Merseycare, we have a social work presence in all the Merseycare in-patient wards which are now across the whole footprint of the Merseycare region. We are also proud to have implemented a new Homelessness Social Work post, which works with the homelessness population in St Helens, this post is attached to the Social Work team however operates within the outreach service, YMCA, and Salvation Army. 
The successful candidate will be a qualified AMHP or willing to undertake AMHP training. You will have the opportunity to develop your social work skills and knowledge by supporting the AMHPs when undertaking Mental Health Act Assessments in the community and hospital settings. The AMHP rota is managed by our AMHP Lead and runs until 8pm Monday to Friday so there may be times when you are asked to work past your normal working hours. 
In return you will be provided with management support from the team manager, AMHP Lead and 2 Advanced Practitioners and you will be part of a very supportive team, receive monthly supervision, informal supervision, appraisals, one to one support and monthly team meetings and have access to on-going training and development. 
For an informal chat please contact Gemma Johnson, Team Manager, Working Age on 01744 675259 or if you would like to come and visit the team prior to applying we would be happy to arrange an informal meeting, where you can meet the team and ask any questions. 
 




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We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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Grade 7/8- £42,324 - £51,522 per annum with an additional annual Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 subject to final confirmation.&nbsp; Social Worker – Children in Care (Starting Well) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Full &amp; Part Time Available Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the Role The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Social Worker to&nbsp;contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Social Worker, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Hold and manages varied caseloads, reflecting the function of the team in accordance with procedures, guidelines and legislation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Identify and assess levels of risk and need, and delivers protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after.&nbsp;</li> <li>Maintain an up to date assessment, care plan and reviews for all cases.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assess and analyse need, contributing to, and implementing, plans; reviewing progress against identified outcomes, ensuring that the child’s welfare is paramount throughout.</li> <li>Ensure that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales.</li> </ul> As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jannine.Layhe@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 13th July 2025&nbsp;however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed.&nbsp; Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Social Worker - Children in Care Team (Starting Well)

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Grade 12- £75,144 &nbsp;- £84,384 pa with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £10,000 subject to final confirmation. Head of Service for Practice, Deputy Principal Social Worker (Starting Well) Havering Working Arrangements: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in office per week) Contract: Permanent Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the Role The purpose of this role is to; Provide operational and strategic leadership to the Systemic Family Therapy Team, the Quality Assurance Team and to the Independent Reviewing Service and Child Protection Case Conference Service. To ensure the Practice Development Manager duties and activities are well targeted, impactful and contributing to practice improvement. The post holder is responsible for ensuring practice is in line with current legislation and relevant guidance so that high quality assessments and interventions are delivered in time, &nbsp;to meet children and family’s assessed needs and improve outcomes. &nbsp; <ul>
<li>Provide strategic leadership to improve outcomes for children through the delivery of service wide quality assurance and improvement activity.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure effective quality assurance mechanisms and systems are in place in order to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. &nbsp;</li> <li>Responsible for the Quality Assurance Framework, the Practice Standards and Audit Service, the Independent Reviewing service, Child Protection Conference service and Child in Need reviewing function and Systemic Practice Team.</li> <li>Ensure key messages from quality assurance activity including: local, partnership and thematic audit findings’ are routinely shared across Children’s Services and learning is impactful, well evidenced and contributes to training and consistent service and practice improvement.</li> <li>Deliver a broad and sustained contribution to the achievement of the authority’s aims and objectives under the Starting Well plan.&nbsp;</li> <li>The role should promote and govern excellent systemic, face to face practice across the service, ensuring purposeful work is undertaken with children, young people and families in conjunction with other social care teams and across multi-agency partners which safeguard, improve outcomes and adhere to timescales.&nbsp;</li> <li>To lead and performance manage a social care and/or a multi-professional team(s) against local and national indicators and targets within statute and the relevant guidance to ensure that assessment and interventions are delivered in time and are of high quality to meet children and family’s needs and deliver the required outcome&nbsp;</li> </ul> As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Charmaine.Malcolm@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Charmaine.Malcolm@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 2nd Aug 2025 at 23:59, however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview dates to be confirmed Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees.&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Head of Service for Practice, Deputy Principal Social Worker (Starting Well)

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Assistant Team Manager, Children's Services
We are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
Making a Difference as Assistant Team Manager in Children’s Services
This is a pivotal role in our teams, supporting the management of, and leading a team of qualified social care staff and support workers, who undertake children’s social care safeguarding assessments, support, and intervention services to vulnerable children.
To apply for this post, we will need you to have a knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and associated guidance with reference to the Council’s duties and responsibilities, knowledge and understanding of complex child protection issues, an understanding of child development and the impact of abuse and deprivation on development and an understanding of the concept of working in partnership with families.
We are seeking individuals with a minimum of 3 years post- qualification experience in a social work setting including child protection work. You will have CQSW, CSS, Dip SW Registered Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England, or will apply for registration before taking up the post. This is an exciting opportunity for you to utilise existing skills and develop new ones. You will receive continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities on your journey with us.
The current post is within the Duty Service. This service is responsible for responding to all referrals, completing assessments, and undertaking sec 47 enquiries. Once assessments are completed and a plan agreed, cases will either be held for short review, or transferred to Help and Protection teams for longer term intervention as CP or PLO, long term CIN.
The posts include some home working but will require you to regularly attend the St Helens office and travel around the St Helens and surrounding areas.
This post is subject to Social Work England and Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Interested to Find Out More?
You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.
St Helens is a great place to work so why not visit our Children’s Services web page <a href="https://socialcarerecruitment.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://socialcarerecruitment.sthelens.gov.uk/</a> to see what our colleagues have to say and discover our full range of in work benefits.
You can also contact us first for a chat before applying or to submit your CV in the first instance you can do this by emailing us at <a href="mailto:socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
Thank you for your interest in working for us.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. 


St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Assistant Team Manager - Duty

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Specialist Case Officer to join our CHC/117 Team in Adult Social Care here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Specialist Case Officer, you will play a key role in identifying, receiving and logging potential cases for Continuing Health Care (CHC) and section 117 (S117), that are referred from colleagues or identified through assessment.
You will need to assess whether the cases would justify further investigation and determine what further action may be required.
We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate individual who is motivated to help the residents within the community!
Benefits
Not only if this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive a host of incredible benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Processing referrals for CHC/117 clients</li>
<li>Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team for CHC assessments</li>
<li>Attending MDT meetings</li>
<li>Collating and gathering evidence for clients with a Primary Health Need</li>
<li>Keeping accurate records of outcomes and decisions</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<li>Recognised qualification in Social Work, Occupational Health or Nursing</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Care Act 2014</li>
<li>Knowledge of the NHS Continuing HealthCare Framework and the Section 117 process</li>
<li>Background in working with individuals with complex health needs</li>
<li>Full UK Driving License &amp; use of car</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 Amanda Brierley via email <a href="mailto:Amanda.Brierley@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amanda.Brierley@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 27th July 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Specialist Case Officer

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Fixed Term Service Delivery Officer required part time for 22.5 hours per week.
The working pattern required is 9am to 5pm Tuesdays in the office, Thursdays and Fridays 9am to 5pm either in the office or working from home (one Thursday a month will need to be in the office due to Foster Panel being held).
Do you have an administration background and have experience of taking minutes of meetings?&nbsp; If so, we would love to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Service Delivery Officer, to join us as a key member of the Family Placements team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a part-time, 12-Month Fixed Term Contract.
This team are responsible for the recruitment, training and support of our WBC foster carers and connected carers.
This is a rewarding role, supporting the work of our social workers and contributing to making a difference to the lives of young people in our borough.
The work is varied and includes the administration of the monthly Foster Panel meeting, this is where new foster carers are approved, carers are matched to children long term and annual reviews of our carers are held.&nbsp; You would also be responsible for processing new applications for prospective carers, ensuring all necessary checks are completed and recorded, keeping up to date records and assisting with events for our carers and young people and recruitment drives.
Communication skills are key as you will be liaising with foster carers over the phone, by email and face to face at events and training, you will also be required to take phone calls on our online system for the whole of Children’s Services. Full training will be given.
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐&nbsp;A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more!&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities: 
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<li>Support the effective and efficient delivery of statutory provision across the Children’s Services directorate with a particular focus on Placements.</li>
<li>Manage the process for Foster Carer, Family &amp; Friends and Special Guardianship Order applications and ensure all agency checks are checked and completed including Ofsted, Local Authority, Medicals and DBS checks</li>
<li>Collate, prepare and circulate meeting papers. Record and/or minute statutory meetings for example the Placement Stability Meetings, Foster Carer Forum and Panels. Ensure all actions are recorded and follow up on actions as appropriate to support the service to meet statutory timescales.</li>
<li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including parents/carers, schools and other professionals and issue high quality written correspondence in line with statutory requirements and internal processes. For example, outcomes from panel and preparing and drafting correspondence including legal documents.</li>
<li>Support the service to ensure all documentation and information is recorded on the required systems. For example, on Mosaic and NEC DM.</li>
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Candidate Requirements:&nbsp;
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<li>High level of administrative/organisational and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Record/Minute taking</li>
<li>Professional, attentive and at the same time have an understanding and empathy of the families’ circumstances.</li>
<li>Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to build sound relationships with officers, partners and families adapting styles to different situations.</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 including 69 primary and 21 secondary, 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!
Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Karen McAuley, Team Leader, Service Delivery at <a href="mailto:Karen.McAuley@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Karen.McAuley@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date:&nbsp;20th July 2025
Interview date: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying. 
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. 
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Service Delivery Officer: Family Placements Team

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The OpportunitySalary: £58,685 - £62,705 per annum (includes 10% Market Supplement and the post offers a 20% uplift in remuneration for unsocial hours and weekend working.) Contract Type: Secondment/Fixed Term Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week with unsocial hours/weekend working required. Location: Based at County Hall, Horsham.As an out of hours contact with children and families, our social workers and children and family Workers in EDT can influence their experience particularly as they are often in crisis and needing support. As a fast-moving service everyone has a voice in relation to the development of the service and how everyone can make a difference to delivering the best outcomes for children and families. Here at EDT, we continue to develop practice and build strong relationships with a wide range of partner agencies including police, health and housing professionals who are co-located and working together to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people. West Sussex County Council Children's Emergency Duty Team (EDT) operates outside of office hours, 365 days a year implementing a rolling shift pattern which covers evenings/overnight Bank Holidays and weekends.As Team Manager you will lead, motivate, nurture, and manage a team to deliver a children's social care service on a day-to-day basis. You will be responsible for ensuring the service provided is effective and delivering the required outcomes, as well as ensuring cases are dealt with in a timely manner. You will ensure that children and young people are adequately protected in line with our policies, procedures and relevant legislation.You will be ready to demonstrate great practice, share good ideas and expertise. We are looking for emotionally intelligent, organised, resilient individuals who can develop a positive and cohesive culture, so that the team are best placed to safeguard children and young people right across West Sussex. Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.About YouTo succeed in this role, some of the skills and qualifications you will require are:<ul>
<li>Ability to make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions, which will have a wider service impact.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of others and develop effective long-term relationships both with other teams across WSCC and external partners enabling the achievement of high-quality outcomes.</li>
<li>Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate and inspire the team to deliver quality professional practice.</li>
<li>Understands the need for emotional intelligence/resilience, specifically in relation to risk, ensuring that there is a positive balance between perceived risk and protection from harm where necessary.</li>
<li>Ability to challenge existing practices and identify innovative solutions within the required framework.</li>
<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>
<li>A recognised post qualifying award in Social Work or demonstrable evidence of continuous professional development at a similar level.</li>
<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>
<li>Experience in dealing with significant issues, for example management of complex child protection matters, staff under performance, managing resources to address team performance priorities through allocation of limited resources.</li>
<li>Experience of managing a small budget and/or contributing to financially related decisions on larger spends, how cost-effective decisions are made and operating within the financial constraints.</li>
<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li>
</ul>For a full list of experience, qualifications and key skills required please review the job description attached.How We Support YouAs a Team Manager you will manage a small team comprised of social workers, child and family workers and have access to a Coordinator who provides flexible administrative support for the team. We provide regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children. You'll also have a minimum of 5 CPD and training days per year with access to excellent learning and development provisions such as Research in Practice and Community Care Inform and 29 days annual leave, as well as the option to buy up to 3 additional days.As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. You be able to access the Local Government Pension scheme. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page</a>.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a supportive and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05555.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete the application form. In your application please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

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