Ashberry Recruitment

Overview Children's Social Worker Team: Generic Location: Lincolnshire Rate: £TBC Details: As a Social Worker Level 2 based in Louth, you will work closely with: Children, young people, and their families; Colleagues across the Children's Services Directorate, including Team Managers, Service Managers, and the Director; Multi-agency partners such as health professionals, education providers, police, and voluntary sector organisations; Legal professionals including solicitors, barristers, and members of the judiciary; External agencies and community services involved in safeguarding and supporting children. Main Purpose of Job: To deliver high-quality social work interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, ensuring that services are provided in a timely, effective, and child-centred manner in line with statutory responsibilities and Lincolnshire County Council's practice model. Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families, including complex cases, ensuring assessments, plans, and reviews are completed to a high standard. Cases will be held from the point of allocation through care proceedings (should that be the outcome for the child/family). Provide professional advice and support to colleagues and partner agencies, contributing to multi-agency decision-making and planning. Represent the Council in legal proceedings, preparing reports and attending court as required. Participate in team and service development initiatives, including mentoring less experienced staff and contributing to training. Keep up to date with legislation, policy, and best practice to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in service delivery. Maintain accurate and timely records using the Council's case management systems. Job Activities Undertake statutory assessments under the Children Act and other relevant legislation. Develop and implement child protection and care plans in collaboration with families and professionals. Attend and contribute to child protection conferences, strategy meetings, and court proceedings. Provide written and verbal reports to inform decision-making at all levels. Engage in reflective supervision and continuous professional development. Promote the use of the Signs of Safety framework in all aspects of practice. General Information The post holder must comply with Lincolnshire County Council's policies and procedures, including safeguarding and data protection. The role may require flexible working, including occasional evening meetings or visits. This job description is subject to review and may be amended to reflect the changing needs of the service. The team operate a 3 week rolling duty rota during which they will be in the office for one full week in 3. The 2 weeks not on duty, it is expected that the worker will be in the office a minimum of 2 full working days per week. Contact Office use: OR14769 For more information please contact Carly on or Qualifications DipSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work Social Work England registration Enhanced and in date DBS certificate Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups Possess knowledge of service needs Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises Ashberry - Why Choose Us Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process Provides your essential Enhanced DBS £250 Referral bonus

We are proud to be working with an established provider of supported accommodation services for young care leavers and are looking for experienced Leaving Care Workers to join their rapidly expanding team in the Greater Manchester. On their behalf, we are seeking to identify passionate and enthusiastic Leaving Care Workers to join their growing portfolio of placements of young care leavers. As a Leaving Care Worker you will be committed to providing emotional and housing related support to young people in their transition to independence. We are looking for experienced individuals dedicated to providing a high standard of support to these disadvantaged young people. Successful applicants will have experience of working within a leaving care or supported housing environment, encouraging young people who present with emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex needs, to restore trust in others bringing about a strong foundation for their future. Candidates must also be a driver and have use of their own vehicle with business insurance. (Mileage will be paid) Candidates available for an immediate start will be given priority. Monday to Friday - 09:00-17:00 (with some flexibility) Temporary to permanent oppotunity for the right candidates

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Chester-Le- Street area, on an ongoing basis. As a Housing Support Worker, you will be providing resettlement support to clients within a hostel environment. Some of your duties and responsibilities will be as follows: - Carrying out client needs and risk assessment for all referrals - Supporting tenants through individual resettlement support plans - To ensure clients comply with their tenancy agreement - Supporting clients with welfare rights, budgeting, employment, education and training

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for a temporary part time Project Workers to work in Rochdale. As a Project Worker, you will be providing support to clients within the service. Some of your duties and responsibilities will be as follows: - Working as part of a small team - Carrying out client needs and risk assessment for all referrals - Supporting tenants through individual resettlement support plans - To ensure clients comply with their tenancy agreement - Supporting clients with welfare rights, budgeting, employment, education and training - Liaising with all relevant housing agencies to find suitable move on accommodation for tenants - Develop links with the local community - Ensure communication systems are accurately maintained and up-to-date - Maintenance of the Health and Safety incident and accident records - To be aware of and work within agreed organisation policies and procedures Requirements for the role: - Enhanced DBS Check - Must have a proven track record of providing information, advice and guidance to clients - Knowledge and understanding of basic IT suitable for an office environment - Knowledge of basic housing management tasks, i.e. rent collection, tenancy agreements and arrears management. Candidates must also be a driver and have use of their own vehicle with business insurance. (Mileage will be paid) Candidates available for an immediate start will be given priority. Temporary to permanent opportunity for the right candidates

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for Casual Housing Support Workers to work in the Darlington area, on an ongoing basis. As a Housing Support Worker, you will be providing resettlement support to clients within a hostel environment. Some of your duties and responsibilities will be as follows: - Carrying out client needs and risk assessment for all referrals - Supporting tenants through individual resettlement support plans - To ensure clients comply with their tenancy agreement - Supporting clients with welfare rights, budgeting, employment, education and training - Develop links with the local community - Ensure communication systems are accurately maintained and up-to-date - Maintenance of the Health and Safety incident and accident records - To be aware of and work within agreed organisation policies and procedures Requirements for the role: - Enhanced DBS Check - Must have a proven track record of providing information, advice and guidance to clients - Knowledge and understanding of basic IT suitable for an office environment - Knowledge of basic housing management tasks, i.e. rent collection, tenancy agreements and arrears management

Learning Development Lead Location: Bolton Rate: £46 We are looking to recruit a Learning and Development Lead to join our busy Principle Social Work Team. The core hours of this position are from 9am -5pm (Monday to Friday). Role deliverables are as follows: Line management of the Learning and Development Practitioner who has responsibility for Induction, Exit Interview, RIP link, and SWE registration support, PDR support. Delivery of the Practice Education (PE) programme with the support of the ASYE and Practice Education Lead, including providing PE training and PE mentor training on a rota basis across the GM Academy Oversight of the ASYE Programme and line management of ASYE and Practice Education Lead including supporting the ASYE and Practice Education Lead evaluating and reporting on the ASYE programme annually Line management of the ASYE and Practice Education Lead who has responsibility for supporting the identification and support of RTSW mentors (RTSW programme co-ordinated via the GM Academy) Forming University and GM Academy relationships and partnership working to support co-ordination of student placements Line management of the ASYE and Practice Education Lead who has responsibility for working closely with university skills coaches to facilitate work-based learning requirements and complete assessment in practice with skills coach support. Supporting a culture of learning and continuous improvement at events such as practice weeks and staff engagement sessions Ensuring high standards of the profession are met and the delivery of excellent services to the residents of Bolton via the delivery of the 'Focus on the Fundamentals Framework' which forms part of our QA close the loop activity. Promote the recruitment and retention of Social Workers at internal and external events To facilitate or participate in the development and delivery of training programmes Management of generated funding steams i.e. practice learning and ASYE Full-time post - 37 hour per week We operate a hybrid working arrangement, however candidates must be able to be office based in Bolton to meet service needs. Free on-site parking Requirements DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work Social Work England registration Enhanced and in date DBS certificate. Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available. Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups Possess knowledge of service needs. Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems. Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files. Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises Why Ashberry? Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process Provides your essential Enhanced DBS £250 Referral bonus. For more information please contact Carly on or

Overview Advanced Practitioner Team: Child Protection Location: Leeds Rate: £37 Responsibilities Manage a caseload comprising Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child Care Proceedings until permanence. Operate as lead worker alongside other social workers without supervisory/line management responsibilities. Practice restoratively with children and families and promote family-led decisions to manage risk and meet support needs. Demonstrate excellent relational work with children and families; engage children through direct work and child-centred practice. Apply strong organisational skills to meet competing demands and maintain practice standards, quality, and performance. Utilise good analytical assessment skills and produce high-quality written work. Collaborate in a busy but supportive team environment and share knowledge to promote a learning culture. Requirements Must be able to drive and have use of a car. 37 hours per week: Monday to Thursday 8.30 - 5pm and Friday 8:30-4.30pm. Office-based for duty; hybrid working negotiable depending on team needs (office-based on duty weeks with one WFH day/compressed hours on non-duty). Office location: Deacon House, LS14. For more information please contact Carly on or Qualifications Enhanced and in date DBS certificate. Excellent communication skills and ability to make good decisions based on available information. Knowledge of service needs. Competent IT skills and ability to navigate electronic file/recording systems. Flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises. Ashberry Benefits Dedicated experienced Consultant providing support through your job search Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process Provides your essential Enhanced DBS £250 Referral bonus