A recently CQC 'Good' rated, Kent-based Local Authority is looking for an Senior Social Worker, within their ADULTS LOCALITY SERVICE.
You will:
Contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Adult Social Care service in an efficient manner. Responsible for professional supervision and overseeing a small number of social care staff ensuring good practice within the service which includes training, coaching and mentoring skills.
You will also provide oversight, professional advice and guidance to the team whilst maintaining a complex case load and demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of individuals.
Benefits for you:
Salary up to £51,100 per annum
Contributory Pension Scheme
Progression Opportunities
Local government pension scheme
Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details....Read more...
About The RoleAt Salvation Army Homes, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement.The Resettlement Worker will provide a structured, personalised referral and resettlement service to every service user at Freshstart. To seek to support service users who have experienced homelessness to move into Freshstart then empowering the resident into their own homes in a planned and supported way.To offer advice, training, information and one-to-one/group support to help service users through this process. The support offered very much depends on the individual, but can include advice on housing rights, accompanying individuals to meetings, and practical support to move in, such as obtaining furniture and setting up payment plans for household bills.About The Candidate As a Resettlement Worker your role will be to ensure that service users who are ready to move on are given the security and support to maximise their independence, dignity and choice, in accordance with the aims and objectives of the project whilst providing individual service users with the best possible comprehensive supported housing service We really want you to be able to succeed in your work with Salvation Army Homes, so in return for helping to transform lives, we want to help you to transform your lifestyle by giving you access to some great benefits in addition to the above salary package. This includes for example,£100 when you start work, plus £250 at 6 months’ service and another £250 at 12 months’ service26 days annual leave rising to 31 daysAn extra day off on your birthdayA High Street discount scheme (great savings both on and off-line)Pension with life assuranceDiscounted private medical insuranceLoans available for financial emergenciesOccupational Sick PayA full Induction package and training relevant to the roleLong service awards from 2.5 yearsSupport to learn and develop your careerAbout The CompanyA registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for some of the most vulnerable members of society - mainly people with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person centred, individualised strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery and enable positive behaviour. In order to succeed, however, we need the right people in place. Our workforce is one of our greatest assets, but only by recruiting the very best can we continue to deliver comprehensive, good quality housing services, support and resettlement. services to our residents. That’s where you come in.As an equal opportunities’ employer, Salvation Army Homes is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We invite and welcome applications to apply for Salvation Army Homes opportunities without concern of bias or discrimination. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. ....Read more...
A local specialist education provider is now seeking a patient and compassionate person to join their team as a Teaching Assistant.This campus offers a dedicated, bright and fun learning environment for children and young people with a broad range of specialist needs – including medical, sensory and communication – to thrive across their full education journey.You’ll support teachers in maintaining an engaging classroom and help students to access and enjoy learning materials/opportunities as fully and independently as possible.You will be fully trained and supported to carry out your duties, with a clear pathway for professional development, in a positive and person-centred setting.This is a permanent, term-time only position for a Teaching Assistant.Full-time and part-time hours are available.Person specification:
(Desirable) Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker(Desirable) Experience working within a school and/or college(Desirable) Experience working with children and young people across a range of ages(Desirable) Experience working with people who are autistic / require specialist support such as for communication needs
Benefits and enhancements include:
Comprehensive induction programme and great further learning and development supportAccess to varied discounts and offers through the Blue Light Card and a dedicated benefits platformEmployee Assistance Programme plus additional health and wellbeing tools, such as online GP services, counselling, financial advice and moreHealth Cash PlanLife Assurance coverCycle-to-Work schemeAnd more!....Read more...
We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children's Looked After Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and assessment work.
About the team
The team take responsibility for managing a caseload of more complex and higher need cases within a child looked after and care proceedings context. You will be required to take the appropriate course of action when working to support children and their families. You will also support other practitioners in the team through mentoring, advice, support, and occasional shadowing on visits or for meetings.
You will have a proficient ability to communicate in English and be able to influence others to help coordinate services and supports in the best way possible to keep children as safe and well cared for as possible.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a Frontline Team such as Child Protection or Referral and Assessment is essential for this role. You will need to hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) as well as 3 years post qualifying experience. A Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle is a requirement.
What's on offer?
Up to £37.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working arrangements.
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Senior Social Worker and AMHP combined to join a Mental Health and Homelessness Team.
This role requires an AMHP qualification and a minimum of 2 years experience in an AMHP position.
About the team
This team works to help with both safeguarding adults throughout the borough during mental health crisis and working directly with the homeless population in the borough to improve social inclusion and ensure positive change. The AMHP position works in collaboration with police and other agencies across the borough to ensure service users with mental health concerns are aided in the best way possible. This role involves supervising 6 Social Workers and offering advice and guidance when needed.
About you
Experience as an AMHP is essential as well as experience supervising staff. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years experience is essential in order to be considered for this role. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is preferred but not essential to this role.
What's on offer?
£40.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Ability to work as an AMHP and supervise staff
Great opportunity to work in a specialist role
Hybrid working available
An opportunity to further enhance your AMHP experience
Immediately available
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins – Team Leader
0118 948 5555 / 07990044930....Read more...
Join the dynamic team at Hydro Power as an engineering operative apprentice, and you will be equipped with a vast range of opportunities to hone your skills and put knowledge into practice.
Duties/Responsibilities may include:
Carry out diagnosis, repairs and service to high-pressure jetting machines
Carry out diagnosis and repairs to pumps
Fitting high pressure hoses
Construction of new jetting machines
Fitting out vans
Onsite servicing of generators and high-pressure water pumps
The scope of works can change to meet customer requirements
Any other work as required by Hydro Power Supplies Ltd i.e. General workshop maintenance
Training:Engineering Operative Apprenticeship L2 Mentoring with experienced colleagues in the role.Training Outcome:Potential for permanent employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship either with this employer or an alternative.Employer Description:Hydro power Ltd is a high-pressure water jetting machine specialist company. We support people seeking to recondition equipment or if people require help with a new build, be it an off the shelf machine or a bespoke build, Hydro Power are happy to discuss individual requirements and offer help and advice to suit.Working Hours :Hours: 9.00 – 16.00 with 15min Tea Break and ½ hour Lunch Break. Days to be confirmed.Skills: Strong interest in Engineering,basic knowledge of key systems,a desire to learn,team worker,good communicator,problem-solving skills,attention to detail,proactive attitude,willing to learn,reliable,punctual....Read more...
A local specialist education provider is now seeking a patient and compassionate person to join their team as a Teaching Assistant.This campus offers a dedicated, bright and fun learning environment for children and young people with a broad range of specialist needs – including medical, sensory and communication – to thrive across their full education journey.You’ll support teachers in maintaining an engaging classroom and help students to access and enjoy learning materials/opportunities as fully and independently as possible.You will be fully trained and supported to carry out your duties, with a clear pathway for professional development, in a positive and person-centred setting.This is a permanent, term-time only position for a Teaching Assistant.Full-time and part-time hours are available.Person specification:
(Desirable) Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker(Desirable) Experience working within a school and/or college(Desirable) Experience working with children and young people across a range of ages(Desirable) Experience working with people who are autistic / require specialist support such as for communication needs
Benefits and enhancements include:
Comprehensive induction programme and great further learning and development supportAccess to varied discounts and offers through the Blue Light Card and a dedicated benefits platformEmployee Assistance Programme plus additional health and wellbeing tools, such as online GP services, counselling, financial advice and moreHealth Cash PlanLife Assurance coverCycle-to-Work schemeAnd more!....Read more...
As a Care Support Worker at Waves, you are a vital member of our care team, responsible for delivering compassionate, high-quality, and personalised support to individuals with learning disabilities and Autism. You will promote dignity, independence, and well-being in line with individual care plans. The role also involves contributing to a vibrant and supportive environment by assisting in activities and fostering strong relationships with service users, families, and the team.
Day-Day Responsibilities:
Deliver exceptional personal care in accordance with individual lifting, handling, and care plans, including risk assessments.
Ensure a consistently high standard of personal hygiene for service users.
Review and familiarise yourself with care plans via our online software prior to undertaking any care tasks.
Provide support in service users’ homes and, where required, within other departments, including domiciliary care and the challenging behaviour unit.
Ensure daily activities run smoothly and contribute to the well-being and engagement of service users. Develop and initiate new activities tailored to the interests and abilities of service users to enhance their quality of life.
Encourage participation and support social interaction amongst members.
Utilise digital care tools to manage tasks effectively throughout the day.
Take initiative in identifying operational challenges and contribute to service improvements.
Maintain open and constructive communication with the Waves Senior Leadership Team regarding suggestions and concerns.
Health, Safety, and Environment.
Adhere to Waves’ Health and Safety policies, including fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures.
Promptly report damaged or faulty equipment and any safety hazards via the online reporting system.
Follow safe working procedures to ensure a secure and hazard-free environment for all.
Training:Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your studies.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained; Adult Care Worker - Level 2 Apprenticeship. Training Outcome:Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:At WAVES, well-being is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing about positive change.
WAVES is an Additional Needs Support Group, run by a group of dedicated volunteers who are all parents of children with "Additional Needs." We are based at Bilton Hall CIO, Taunton Avenue in Jarrow, South Tyneside.
We offer a wide range of activities to help build and promote social, emotional and physical skills among our children and young adults, as well as friendship, advice and support to parents and carer's.
Working Hours :Shifts TBC. They will range between 08:45-16:15 Inc. Weekend Working.Skills: Non judgemental,Patience,Initiative....Read more...
We are recruiting for Qualified Social Workers to join a Children with Disabilities Team in the Greater Manchester area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £45,715
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team directly works with children and young people and their families whom have a permanent disability or a life-limiting illness. They provide counselling, advice and support for children and their parents. The team also makes alternative care plans such as family placement, respite, and specialist placement.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Experience within Looked After Children or Duty and Assessments lends well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
We are recruiting for Qualified Social Workers to join a Children with Disabilities Team in the Merseyside area.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND HAVE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WITH UK EXPERIENCE
What’s on offer?
Up to £42,708
Mileage coverage
Retention Payment
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
About the team
This team directly works with children and young people and their families whom have a permanent disability or a life-limiting illness. They provide counselling, advice and support for children and their parents. The team also makes alternative care plans such as family placement, respite, and specialist placement.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work. Experience within Looked After Children or Duty and Assessments lends well to this position. A degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
Job type: Full-time
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
What do you get from working with me?
CV enhancement
Application form enhancement
Access to many jobs in the market
One central point of contact
Interview preparation assistance
Expert consultation
Questions answered
Offer negotiation
....Read more...
Undertake a one to one youth work support role
Hold a caseload of Young People who require support with mental health, mentoring or other youth work intervention
Completing a programme of study at level 3 which is relevant to the role
Be willing to build relationships with young people and their wider communities
Become confident in working with groups of young people
Be confident in working with young people one to one (in line with our lone working policy)
Carrying out the role with enthusiasm, integrity and professionalism
Understanding the barriers some young people face and how to address them
Support the recruitment of young people to programmes
Ensure the voice of young people and family is heard in discussions and decisions
Identify challenges and concerns and work with the young person to overcome challenges
Attend meetings when appropriate, to help young people achieve positive outcomes
To address practical issues and challenges that are affecting young people
Provide advice, guidance, and information to young people to allow them to make informed decisions
Build positive relationships with young people, other agencies and the YG team to achieve the outcomes for young people
Develop resources for projects as and when needed
To support young people with all areas of their mental health
Maintain a quality service to young people across all provision
To provide regular reporting on the activities’ progress
Carry out regular risk assessments of all activities prior to delivery
To ensure safeguarding of young people
To ensure the use of established recording and monitoring computerised systems using Upshot
Training:Youth Support Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
The apprentice will attend face to face training one day a week with Young Gloucestershire training team, undertaking all elements of the apprentice requirements
The apprentice will be required to complete a diploma and end point assessment
Training Outcome:
Following completion of the Apprenticeship you will have a level 3 youth support qualification and will be able to progress into youth work positions, TA roles in schools, welfare roles in colleges
Employer Description:Young Gloucestershire supports disadvantaged young people who are facing challenges in their lives. Our vision is for young people to have the confidence motivation and skills to improve their lives. We work to achieve this vision by creating opportunities that educate, inform and inspire by:
- Providing training for young people to take the next step
- Working with young people to make informed decisions by offering practical support
- Working with communities to provide opportunities for young peopleWorking Hours :Monday - Thursday: complete a normal working day of 7.5 hours between the house of 9.00am and 5:30pm
Friday - Training day - 7.5 hours at Young GloucestershireSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Your duties will include;
Support for the Pupil;
Establish good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations as part of a key worker role.
Provide consistent support to all pupils, responding appropriately to individual pupil needs.
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
Promote self-esteem and independence, employing strategies to recognise and reward achievement within established school procedure.
To observe and assess children in accordance with development matters.
Use specialist (curricular/learning) skills/training/experience to support pupils.
Support for the Teacher;
Provide minimal clerical/administration support (e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money, etc.)
Assist with the display of children’s work.
Establish and maintain an appropriate learning environment under the supervision of the teacher.
Contribute to lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate.
Monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against pre-determined learning objectives.
Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to the teacher on pupil achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.
Be responsible for keeping and updating records in agreed format with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems/records as requested.
Assess routinely using observation and accurately record achievement/progress.
Promote positive values attitudes and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour in line with established school policy.
Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents/carers as agreed with the teacher within role/responsibility and participate in feedback sessions/meetings with parents under teacher’s supervision.
The post holder may reasonably be expected to undertake other duties commensurate with the level of responsibility that may be allocated from time to time.
Training:
Qualification - Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.
The training will be delivered at the workplace.
Training Outcome:
Apprentice will receive on programme support from an Apprenticeship Officer and Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance support during the last 2 months of their Apprenticeship contract
Job seeking support is also included
Employer Description:Sefton Council is a local authority within the Liverpool City Region. Sefton is a diverse and exciting borough and is a great place to live and work. As an employer we can offer a diverse range of job roles across a variety of settings. We offer attractive conditions of service which allow for a good work life balance and invest in our staff through our learning and development programme.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.45pm (45 minute lunch).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
