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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Salary range: £44,937 - £47,925 per annum Work location: Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus, 1 Unity Square, Hammersmith, London W6 9JU Hours per week: 36.00 Contract type: Permanent x 2 Closing date: 13 September 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 28 September 2026 About the role Hammersmith & Fulham Council has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030 and is delivering a wide range of programmes to decarbonise energy used in buildings and infrastructure. The Clean Energy Officer supports the delivery of clean energy, heat decarbonisation and fuel poverty programmes across the borough. The role contributes technical, analytical, coordination and engagement support to projects led by senior managers, helping to turn strategies and funded programmes into practical outcomes for residents, council assets and partner organisations. The post works across renewable energy, low carbon heat (including heat networks), energy efficiency and fuel poverty, and provides essential support to borough wide energy planning, project development and monitoring. How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining 'who we are'. We are looking for people whocan build this into everything they do. We are fairWe treat everyone withcompassion, dignity andfairness. We value theviews and opinion of others, and promote benefits andopportunities for all. We are caringWe care about our borough anddoing things well. We focus on standards and continuousimprovement; learning fromour mistakes and celebratingsuccess. We are collaboratorsWe work together for a bettersociety. We work with ourresidents, businesses, schools,third sector and others forbetter outcomes for everyone. We are drivenWe will only settle for the verybest. We seek to continuallyimprove and put our residents,customers and businesses atthe heart of everything we do. Our commitment to you: At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working. We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents. It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. To explore more about the work we do towards being an inclusive employer and our commitments to achieve this please. Asking for Adjustments We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Help shape brighter futures for children and young people at Hockley House. Hockley House is a pioneering new children's home in Romsey, supporting young people aged 12-18 with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. As Hampshire's first residential home to bring together social care, healthcare and education in one setting, our specialist team provides intensive, trauma-informed support to help children build stability, resilience and the skills they need to thrive. Joining Hockley House as a Waking Night Support Worker is a rare opportunity to be part of a brand-new service. Working alongside residential, health and education professionals, you'll help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can rest, feel secure and build positive relationships while remaining connected to their families and communities, supporting them towards greater independence and brighter futures. What you'll do Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people. Provide overnight supervision, ensuring children and young people feel safe, supported and secure throughout the night. Complete regular welfare checks and maintain accurate records and reports. Support young people to develop independence, routines and resilience. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver therapeutic care plans. Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive outcomes. Help create a safe, nurturing and stable home environment. What we're looking for A passion for supporting children and young people. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A compassionate, resilient and trauma-informed approach. The ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. A desire to make a lasting difference as part of an innovative service. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of vulnerable children while developing your own skills and career. Rewarding work: Make a positive difference in our service users' lives, knowing that your efforts can create a lasting impact and enhance their quality of life. Training: We provide a full, in-depth and supportive induction programme along with continuous training and development. Career development: Receive a one-off payment of £500 upon successful completion of your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if you do not already hold this qualification). Supportive environment: Work within an inclusive, friendly, and collaborative team who take pride in their work and value and support each other. Ongoing development opportunities: We invest in your future, offering you the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. The role involves waking night shift work including weekend and bank holiday shifts. Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying Other roles you may have experience of may include; Residential Support Worker, Children's Residential Care Worker, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, Foster Care Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Outreach Worker

As a Family Practitioner in the West Fostering Team, you will provide supervision, guidance, training, and practical support to foster carers, helping them create safe and nurturing homes for children in care. Working closely with carers, colleagues, and partner teams, you will manage a varied caseload, respond to challenges and enquiries, contribute to service development, and play a key role in ensuring foster carers receive the support they need to achieve the best outcomes for children. You'll be part of a friendly, experienced, and high-performing team committed to helping every child and young person thrive. What you'll do: Provide supervision, guidance, training, and practical support to foster carers, helping them to develop their skills and provide safe, nurturing homes for children in care. Take a lead role in responding to foster carer provision and payment enquiries, working closely with payments colleagues to resolve issues. Manage a varied caseload, responding to both planned support needs and crisis situations. Prepare high-quality reports and contribute to Fostering Panels, household reviews, and planning meetings to support effective decision-making. Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies, participating in the team duty rota and helping to identify suitable placements for children. Contribute to service improvement by maintaining accurate records, analysing performance information, supporting process development, and championing safeguarding, equality, and inclusion in all aspects of your work. What we're looking for: Experience of supporting foster carers, children in care, and working effectively within multi-agency and multi-disciplinary teams. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and the legislation, regulations, and standards that underpin fostering services and children's social care. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage confidently with foster carers, colleagues, children, and partner agencies. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, use initiative, and produce clear, accurate records and reports. A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children, championing inclusive practice, continuous improvement, and collaborative team working. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Make a real difference to the lives of children in care across Hampshire. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development. Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. Other roles you may have experience of may include: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker .

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high-quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Family Help Practitioner LBHF624864 Salary range: £43,308 - £47,925 per annum Work location: Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus, 1 Unity Square, Hammersmith, London W6 9JU Hours per week: 36 Contract type: Temporary up to 6 months Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check Closing date: 6 September 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 14 September 2026 Contact details for Informal discussion: Gerne Pieterse, Workforce and Practice Manager via email on or About the role Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children, young people and families? Do you believe that early intervention, strong relationships and community-based support can transform outcomes for families? We are looking for dedicated and skilled Family Support Practitioners to join our Early Help service and play a key role within our Family Hubs. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside families, Family Hub Navigators, schools, health professionals, social care colleagues and community organisations to provide integrated support that helps families thrive. About the Role As a Family Support Practitioner, you will work directly with children, young people and families who are experiencing challenges that may impact their wellbeing, relationships and future outcomes. You will hold a caseload and provide targeted, strengths-based interventions that help families build resilience, achieve positive change and access the right support at the right time. Working closely with our Family Hub Navigators, you will form part of a seamless pathway of support. While Navigators provide information, advice, guidance and access to services through Family Hubs, Family Support Practitioners deliver more intensive, targeted family support where additional intervention is required. Together, you will ensure families receive coordinated support that prevents issues from escalating and reduces the need for specialist services. Support may take place in family homes, Family Hubs, children's centres, schools and community settings, enabling you to build meaningful relationships and respond flexibly to family needs. What You'll Do You will: Provide direct support to children, young people and families facing a range of challenges including financial hardship, housing difficulties, parental mental health, SEND, domestic abuse, family breakdown and education concerns. Complete assessments, develop outcome-focused support plans and monitor progress with families. Work collaboratively with Family Hub Navigators and partner agencies to ensure families can access universal, targeted and specialist support services. Champion the voice of children and families, ensuring their views shape planning and decision-making. Contribute to multi-agency working, including Team Around the Child, Early Help and other partnership meetings. Deliver support that is family-centred, strengths-based and focused on sustainable outcomes. Maintain accurate records and evidence impact through excellent case management and reporting. About Family Hubs Family Hubs are welcoming, inclusive community spaces where families can access information, advice and support from pregnancy through childhood and adolescence. They bring together services across health, education, SEND, social care and the voluntary sector to create a "one-stop-shop" approach for families. As a Family Support Practitioner, you will be a vital part of this model, helping families move smoothly between universal services and targeted support, ensuring no family has to navigate challenges alone. About You We are looking for someone who: Has experience of working with children, young people and families in an early help, education, health, social care or related setting. Is committed to relationship-based and strengths-focused practice Has excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills. Can manage a varied caseload and work effectively within a multi-agency environment. Understands safeguarding responsibilities and is committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families. Is passionate about reducing inequalities and supporting families to achieve their full potential. What we offer: We appreciate and value our employees and recognise the importance of a motivated and supported workforce who have a good work life balance. We will support your development through a variety of opportunities across the council which include: High quality regular reflective supervision Clinical family therapist allocated to each service Hybrid working and flexible working options How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining 'who we are'. We are looking for people whocan build this into everything they do. We are fair We treat everyone withcompassion, dignity andfairness. We value theviews and opinion of others, and promote benefits andopportunities for all. We are caring We care about our borough anddoing things well. We focus on standards and continuousimprovement; learning fromour mistakes and celebratingsuccess. We are collaborators We work together for a bettersociety. We work with ourresidents, businesses, schools,third sector and others forbetter outcomes for everyone. We are driven We will only settle for the verybest. We seek to continuallyimprove and put our residents,customers and businesses atthe heart of everything we do. Our commitment to you: At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working. We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents. It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU

Eight new posts are available for Secure Residential Support Workers during weekend hours only and not have to commit to weekday hours (except for mandatory training). The Role: You will work a Saturday and Sunday, including bank holidays, 17 hours every weekend or alternative weekends. Shift times start at 07:30 - 16:00 and 14:00 - 22:30 and you will work a combination of these start times across the weekend, salary, market supplement and enhancements all applicable to this weekend role. Swanwick Lodge is a specialist, secure residential home looking after up to ten children with complex attachment, mental health and behavioural needs. Rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in 2024 it provides a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for some our most vulnerable young people. What you'll do: This is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role where you can help children recover from difficult life experiences. You will be joining an exceptional team of dedicated and supportive professional carers, working together to provide a highly structured, stimulating and caring environment within our well-appointed home. Your focus will be to act as a 'therapeutic parent' and a role-model to our children, forming positive, trusting relationships that enable them to feel safe and cared for. Working with our diverse on-site education and health and wellbeing team, there's also the opportunity to engage in fun activities that interest both the children and the staff. You will need to have a great deal of patience, empathy and understanding, with the ability to be consistent, kind and respectful, even in the face of extremely challenging behaviour. You will be provided with all the training you need as well as our regular ongoing training and support to develop both your personal and professional skills. What we're looking for: We are looking for people who are passionate about helping children. Emotionally intelligent and resilient, you will also need to be physically able to undertake the role and the training. Experience of working with children, young people or adults within a residential, secure or similar setting it is an advantage but not essential. When you start your job with us, the first four weeks of the role will see you complete a thorough induction programme that includes mandatory training. You will work a Saturday and Sunday, including bank holidays, 17 hours every weekend or alternative weekends. Shift times start at 07:30 - 16:00 and 14:00 - 22:30 and you will work a combination of these start times across the weekend, salary, market supplement and enhancements all applicable to this weekend role. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Help shape brighter futures for children and young people at Hockley House. Hockley House is a pioneering new children's home in Romsey for young people aged 12-18 with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. As Hampshire's first residential home to bring together social care, healthcare and education in one setting, we're helping children build stability, resilience and brighter futures through intensive, trauma-informed support. Joining Hockley House as a Support Worker is a rare opportunity to be part of a brand-new service. Working alongside residential, health and education professionals, you'll help create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can build confidence, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes. What you'll do Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, young people, families and professionals. Provide high-quality physical, emotional and practical support in a safe and nurturing environment. Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes in education, life skills and personal development. Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records and prepare reports for families and professional agencies. Promote safeguarding and wellbeing through effective risk assessment and safe working practices. Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver therapeutic care and support plans. What we're looking for A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or the willingness to achieve this qualification with our support. An understanding of child development, safeguarding and trauma-informed care. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. A compassionate, resilient and child-centred approach. The ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations. Confidence using IT systems and maintaining accurate records. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of vulnerable children while developing your own skills and career. Career development: Receive a one-off payment of £500 upon successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if you do not already hold this qualification). Supportive environment: Join an inclusive, friendly and collaborative team that values and supports one another. Employee support: Access Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 support, wellbeing resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find out more here. Our service which operates all year round 24/7 and your shift pattern will include some bank holidays, weekends and sleep in duties. Enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of may include; Residential Support Worker, Children's Residential Care Worker, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Assistant, Healthcare Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, Foster Care Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Outreach Worker

Join our friendly and supportive team as a Chef at Hawthorne Court, a residential care home for older adults. Whether you have experience working in a catering environment and are looking to develop your skills further, we'll provide training and support to help you succeed in the role. What we're looking for: Previous catering experience, ideally in a care, hospitality or similar setting Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work calmly under pressure and adapt to changing situations and demands Strong organisational skills Commitment to providing high-quality food and service Compassion, empathy and respect for residents and their individual needs A willingness to learn and develop, with training provided to support your success What you'll do: Support the day-to-day catering operation, helping to ensure high-quality meal preparation and service Support and guide catering assistants, organising tasks and helping the team work efficiently Monitor meal quality, presentation and adherence to dietary requirements Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations Work with the Chef Manager to plan menus, cater for special dietary requirements and support special events In the absence of the Chef Manager, support the catering team to ensure the smooth running of the service To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? A minimum 24 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. No split shifts; working 5 over 7 days with alternate weekends. Enhancements paid for weekend and bank holiday work. Excellent induction training plus ongoing training and development opportunities. Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the residents. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Senior Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Provide effective leadership: Motivate, train and support care staff through supervision and feedback, leading shifts, care practice monitoring and role modelling excellent standards. Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care and administering medication, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents during the day or at night Person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: You may already have experience of working with older adults in a residential or nursing setting, but it's not essential - we provide all the training you need to be a great Senior Care Assistant. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Qualification: Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification). Alternatively, you may be working towards this currently, or be willing to work towards this once in the role. Proven track record: Experience of successfully working with, or supporting adults or children. This could be in a range of environments including health, social care or teaching. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Self-motivation: Committed to learn and continually develop yourself to deliver the best possible care to our residents. Leadership skills: Lead, motivate and support colleagues using your knowledge and expertise to role model excellent standards of care. Respect, patience and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills, gain an NVQ Level 3 qualification, and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Applicants for the Senior Night Care Assistant position will also be required to work night shifts, which attract additional enhancements in line with the same policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Senior Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Provide effective leadership: Motivate, train and support care staff through supervision and feedback, leading shifts, care practice monitoring and role modelling excellent standards. Support at night: Help with activities including personal care and administering medication, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night. Person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. B uild relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: You may already have experience of working with older adults in a residential or nursing setting, but it's not essential - we provide all the training you need to be a great Senior Care Assistant. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Qualification: Hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification). Alternatively, you may be working towards this currently, or be willing to work towards this once in the role. Proven track record: Experience of successfully working with, or supporting adults or children. This could be in a range of environments including health, social care or teaching. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Self-motivation: Committed to learn and continually develop yourself to deliver the best possible care to our residents. Leadership skills: Lead, motivate and support colleagues using your knowledge and expertise to role model excellent standards of care. Respect, patience and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills, gain an NVQ Level 3 qualification, and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. For this role you'll be required to work nights, weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Care Assistant, Carer, Senior Carer, Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Senior Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

Joining our Younger Adults Review Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. You'll be an integral part of our team providing individuals with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing. As well as holding your own diverse caseload, you'll also support with cases with a higher level of complexity and provide guidance to Case Worker colleagues, role modelling best practice and setting an example for high standards of work across the team. What you'll be doing: Reviewing existing care packages countywide across Physical Disabilities, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health services to ensure they continue to meet individuals' needs. Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence. Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs. Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation. What we're looking for: Strong communication and relationship management skills. Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound IT and record-keeping skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults' social care. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Your work base will be the office closest to your home address from the following locations: Totton Hub, Havant Plaza, or Dame Mary Fagan House (Basingstoke) or Elizabeth II Court, Winchester. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.

Joining our Learning Disabilities Team as a Case Worker is an excellent introduction into Social Work. You'll be an integral part of our team providing individuals with a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing. It's not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What's important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we'll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals. What you'll be doing: Completing assessments and reviews of individuals in the community. Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence. With support and training, you'll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs. We're looking for someone with: The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way. Effective organisational and prioritisation skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Sound IT and record-keeping skills. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. Make a difference and feel proud of the work you do Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.

Here at Hindson House we provide respite services for adults with learning disabilities or physical disabilities. As a Night Care Assistant, you'll play a key role in delivering personalised physical and emotional care to the people who stay with us, ensuring their comfort, wellbeing and safety during the night. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. IMPORTANT: Due to the remit of this role to provide personal care to vulnerable women, and hence the sensitive nature of the work, only female applicants can be considered for this post, in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1). What you'll do: Support at night: Help service users with personal care and taking medication. Provide person-centred care: Each of our service users is unique, with their own physical, mental, social and emotional needs. You'll focus on their strengths and tailor your approach to meet each person's unique needs. Promote independence: Encourage service users to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with service users, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: You'll be working independently so some previous experience is desirable, but we will provide full training to enable you to be a great Night Care Assistant. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat service users with dignity and respect and adapt to their individual needs calmly, even in challenging situations. Attentiveness: Strong observational skills to closely monitor mental and physical health during the night and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to verbal and non-verbal signs. Working independently: You'll be comfortable working with minimal supervision, assessing and evaluating situations during the night and deciding how to respond. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication and the ability to interact with service users with a diverse range of complex communication and sensory support needs. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in our service users' lives, knowing that your efforts can create a lasting impact and enhance their quality of life. Training: We provide a full, in-depth and supportive induction programme along with continuous training and development. Supportive environment: Work in an inclusive, friendly, and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. For this role you'll be required to work nights, weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Health Care Assistant, Care Worker, Residential Care Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Waking Night, Night Support Worker, Home Care Worker, Home Care Assistant, Domiciliary Care Worker, Night Carer, Community Care Assistant, Homecare Assistant, Assistant House Parent and Personal Care Giver.

As a Best Start Hub Connector , you will play a key role in helping children and families access the right support at the right time. Working across Best Start Family Hubs and community settings, you will build trusted relationships, identify needs and connect families with services that improve wellbeing, strengthen resilience and support positive outcomes for children. You will be a friendly and welcoming presence within our Family Hubs, helping families navigate support and access early help, health, early years and community services. Through strong partnership working and a commitment to early intervention, you will help deliver Hampshire County Council's vision of giving every child the best start in life. What you'll do Support the delivery of the Best Start Family Hub offer, including activities, programmes and community-based support. Help families engage with services and access support that meets their needs. Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and partner organisations to coordinate effective joined-up support. Apply reflective, trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches in all aspects of your work. Maintain accurate records, upholding safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection requirements. What we're looking for Level 2 qualification (or above) in Early Years, Education, Health, Child Development or a related field. Experience working with children and young people aged 0-19, particularly those aged 0-5, and collaborating with professionals across services. Good knowledge of child development, early intervention, safeguarding and local support services. Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to confidently engage a wide range of families and stakeholders. Good organisational and digital skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records. Why join us? Make a meaningful difference to children and families by helping them access support as early as possible. Be part of a collaborative, community-focused service that values early intervention, partnership working and achieving positive outcomes for families. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. Other job titles you may be searching for include: Family Hub Connector, Family Hub Support Worker, Early Help Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children and Family Support Worker, Family Engagement Worker, Family Hub Practitioner, Early Help Worker, Family Support Worker.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

As a Day Opportunities Support Worker, you'll be supporting adults with learning disabilities, each with their own unique needs, abilities and interests. You'll help them engage in fun, personalised activities that build social networks, promoting choice and inclusion whilst ensuring they are safe and well. What you'll do: Engage in fulfilling personalised activities: Support service users to take part in activities tailored to their individual physical, mental, social and emotional needs, such as sensory experiences, cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, bowling, trips to the cinema and sharing their hobbies. Help with daily living activities: Support service users with eating, drinking, mobility, personal care and medication, ensuring everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Provide tailored support: Support wheelchair users with moving and positioning activities, as well as supporting service users who present challenging behaviours through positive behaviour support, following robust induction and training. Promote community involvement: Support service users in their involvement in local community projects, helping them to integrate and develop important social networks. Build relationships: Establish positive connections with service users, celebrating their achievements and milestones. What we're looking for: You may already have experience of providing care, but it's not essential - we provide all the training you need to be a great Day Opportunities Support Worker. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to enable people to lead full and active lives as independently as possible. Patience and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Your commitment to promoting independence, will empower our service users to learn, grow in confidence and enjoy a wide range of interesting activities. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Flexible and resilient: Responsive, flexible and able to work without direct supervision. Resilient under pressure and can adapt positively to changing situations and demands. Communication skills: Clear and effective communicator and the ability to interact with service users with a diverse range of complex communication and sensory support needs. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide the best support possible. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our service users, knowing that you can create a lasting impact while building a great career. Career growth and development: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and your career. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. For this role there is no requirement to work evenings, weekends, or bank holidays. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Care Assistant, Mental Health Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Home Carer, Disability Support Worker, Health Care Assistant, Activity Coordinator, Day Activities Coordinator, Day Service Facilitator, Day Opportunities Facilitator, Wellbeing Coordinator, Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Special Educational Needs Coordinator and SEND Assistant. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily/nightly living: Help with activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Attentiveness: Strong observational skills to closely monitor mental and physical health during the night and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to verbal and non-verbal signs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Care Assistant, Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Support. Inspire. Change a Child's Future. Join us as a Support Worker at our modern, well-equipped children's home and be part of our dedicated team who are passionate about helping children and young people to thrive. We provide care for up to four children aged 10-17 who may have experienced emotional trauma. Working within our Pillars of Parenting model, you'll help each child build on their strengths, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes. With a trauma-informed approach, we aim to reunite children with their families or support their transition to independence. What you'll do: Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, families and professionals to advocate for their needs. Provide high-quality physical and emotional care in a safe, supportive environment. Help children achieve progress in education, life skills and personal development. Contribute to care plans, maintain accurate records, and write reports for families and professionals. Ensure safety through risk assessments, safeguarding practices and compliance with policies. Engage in ongoing training and professional development to meet legislative and care standards. What we're looking for: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete with support). Understanding of child development, safeguarding and trauma-informed care. Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Emotionally resilient and physically able to meet the demands of the role. Able to use IT systems. Why join us? Make a difference: Create a nurturing environment where the lives of young people can be transformed. Career growth and development: Take the next step in your career and strengthen your skills and expertise. You'll enjoy access to Hampshire County Council's wide range of training and learning development assets, which are known to be outstanding. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Other job titles may include: Child & Youth Support Worker, Residential Childcare Worker, Children's Support Practitioner, Child Support Worker, Young People's Support Worker, Youth Residential Worker, Residential Care Officer (Children) To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Day and Night Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. Support at night: Help with activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

As a Best Start Inclusion Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in helping young children with emerging or identified additional needs access the right support at the earliest opportunity. Working across the Best Start Family Hubs network, you'll champion inclusion, improve developmental outcomes and help ensure every child has the best possible start in life. This is a rewarding role where you'll work directly with children and families, build strong partnerships with professionals across health, education and SEND services, and contribute to a coordinated, responsive support system. Your work will help reduce inequalities, strengthen family confidence and ensure more children can reach their full potential through timely, inclusive support. What you'll do Provide direct support, advice and interventions to families with children aged 0-5 who have emerging or identified additional needs. Use evidence-based observation and screening tools to identify needs early and help plan appropriate support. Work collaboratively with health, early years, schools, SEND, local parent groups and community and voluntary sector partners to coordinate support and improve outcomes. Promote inclusive practice across the Best Start Family Hub network and early years settings, supporting access to early education entitlements and successful transitions into school. Maintain accurate records, monitor progress and evaluate impact, ensuring all work is delivered in line with safeguarding and information governance requirements. What we're looking for Level 3 qualification in early years, education, health, SEND, child development or a related field. Experience of working with children aged 0-5 with SEND and their families. Experience of multi-agency working across education, health and family services. Strong knowledge of early child development, early intervention, inclusive practice and SEND pathways. Excellent communication, relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, manage challenging situations and use sound professional judgement. Why join us? Make a meaningful difference to children's lives by ensuring families receive the right support at the right time. Be part of a collaborative, values-driven service that is committed to inclusion, early intervention and improving outcomes for local families. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We currently have opportunities available at our Best Start Family Hubs in Gosport, Havant and Andover. When completing your application, please tell us which location(s) you are interested in. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. O ther job titles you may be searching for include: Early Years Inclusion Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Support Practitioner, SEND Practitioner, Family Hub Practitioner, Child Development Practitioner, Early Intervention Practitioner, Inclusion Support Practitioner.