Job Description Title: Children's Home Registered Manager Salary: £50,000 Hours: Full time, permanent Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Cambian Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Home Registered Manager to join our team. Essential Requirements and Experience: NVQ 4 in Caring for Children & Young People (actual or in progress) or equivalent Knowledge of National Minimum StandardsChildcare legislation including child protectionAwareness of equal opportunities and ADPAbility to plan, organise, divert and allocate resources effectivelyAbility to manage individuals and groups of people effectivelyAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingAbility to work in partnership with colleagues, SSD & othersAbility to motivate & support staff.Understanding the needs of BESD Children including managing challenging behaviour Full UK driving license Understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in children's residential careCommitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people2 years working with children within the past 5 years plus 1 year at Senior Level in residential care Key Responsibilities: To meet the needs of children through: Ensuring that each young person has a plan which reflects his / her care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic and health needs and that this plan is regularly reviewed.Allocating a Key Worker for each young person with the principal responsibility of implementing the childcare plan.Establishing and monitoring high quality standards of care in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose and developing quality assurance measures to ensure these standards are maintained. Developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive.Taking responsibility for progressing any complaints or child protection concernsWorking in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young peopleAttending and contributing to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate To develop a confident and competent staff team through: Involvement in the recruitment and retention of staffDeveloping a management style which balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to contribute to decision making.Ensuring that all new staff receive a proper induction to the Home in line with company policy.Ensuring that each member of staff has a supervision contract and receives supervision in line with National Minimum StandardsEnsuring that each member of staff has a personal development plan through the Staff Appraisal Programme.Establishing a programme of senior staff and team meetings to facilitate communication and provide opportunities for consultation and staff development.Attending to issues of staff motivation and moraleAddressing issues in relation to conduct and competence of staff.Ensuring adherence to company policy in relation to probationary periods.Promoting personal and professional development through the appropriate delegation of duties and responsibilities. To develop systems which ensure the effective allocation of resources through: Ensuring adequate staffing levels that meet the needs of the HomeEnsuring that budgets are managed effectively and the use of finances is properly monitored.Ensuring that company vehicles are clean and regularly maintainedMonitoring closely the fabric of the building (including fixtures, amenities and grounds) and taking remedial action where necessary. To promote the efficient and effective operation of the Home through: Developing in consultation with young people and staff routines in relation to all aspects of child care.Clarifying expectations in relation to maintaining the Home in a clean and orderly condition.Creating rotas which fit best with children's needs and which allow proper handovers between shifts.Ensuring that there are appropriate and adequate reporting and recording system in place to comply with National Minimum Standards.Attending to all administration issues in relation to the Home and the provision of weekly management information reports for HQ. What We Offer: Competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus £5,000 welcome bonusOpportunities for professional development and career advancementA supporti
May 16, 2024
Full time
Job Description Title: Children's Home Registered Manager Salary: £50,000 Hours: Full time, permanent Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Cambian Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Home Registered Manager to join our team. Essential Requirements and Experience: NVQ 4 in Caring for Children & Young People (actual or in progress) or equivalent Knowledge of National Minimum StandardsChildcare legislation including child protectionAwareness of equal opportunities and ADPAbility to plan, organise, divert and allocate resources effectivelyAbility to manage individuals and groups of people effectivelyAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in writingAbility to work in partnership with colleagues, SSD & othersAbility to motivate & support staff.Understanding the needs of BESD Children including managing challenging behaviour Full UK driving license Understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in children's residential careCommitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children and young people2 years working with children within the past 5 years plus 1 year at Senior Level in residential care Key Responsibilities: To meet the needs of children through: Ensuring that each young person has a plan which reflects his / her care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic and health needs and that this plan is regularly reviewed.Allocating a Key Worker for each young person with the principal responsibility of implementing the childcare plan.Establishing and monitoring high quality standards of care in line with National Minimum Standards and the Home's Statement of Purpose and developing quality assurance measures to ensure these standards are maintained. Developing systems in which young people are consulted about the quality of care they receive.Taking responsibility for progressing any complaints or child protection concernsWorking in partnership with parents, carers and other professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of young peopleAttending and contributing to child care planning and review meetings as appropriate To develop a confident and competent staff team through: Involvement in the recruitment and retention of staffDeveloping a management style which balances the need to exercise control and give direction with the need to offer staff the opportunity to contribute to decision making.Ensuring that all new staff receive a proper induction to the Home in line with company policy.Ensuring that each member of staff has a supervision contract and receives supervision in line with National Minimum StandardsEnsuring that each member of staff has a personal development plan through the Staff Appraisal Programme.Establishing a programme of senior staff and team meetings to facilitate communication and provide opportunities for consultation and staff development.Attending to issues of staff motivation and moraleAddressing issues in relation to conduct and competence of staff.Ensuring adherence to company policy in relation to probationary periods.Promoting personal and professional development through the appropriate delegation of duties and responsibilities. To develop systems which ensure the effective allocation of resources through: Ensuring adequate staffing levels that meet the needs of the HomeEnsuring that budgets are managed effectively and the use of finances is properly monitored.Ensuring that company vehicles are clean and regularly maintainedMonitoring closely the fabric of the building (including fixtures, amenities and grounds) and taking remedial action where necessary. To promote the efficient and effective operation of the Home through: Developing in consultation with young people and staff routines in relation to all aspects of child care.Clarifying expectations in relation to maintaining the Home in a clean and orderly condition.Creating rotas which fit best with children's needs and which allow proper handovers between shifts.Ensuring that there are appropriate and adequate reporting and recording system in place to comply with National Minimum Standards.Attending to all administration issues in relation to the Home and the provision of weekly management information reports for HQ. What We Offer: Competitive salary of up to £50,000 plus £5,000 welcome bonusOpportunities for professional development and career advancementA supporti
A leading Care and Education Provider is actively recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to look after 5 vulnerable children. All their childrens homes have Good or Outstanding OFSTED ratings, and the company has been named in the Top 100 in the 2023 Inspiring Workplaces Awards. Along with a salary of £50,000 per annum, you will also receive a bonus scheme, and a range of benefits click apply for full job details
May 16, 2024
Full time
A leading Care and Education Provider is actively recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to look after 5 vulnerable children. All their childrens homes have Good or Outstanding OFSTED ratings, and the company has been named in the Top 100 in the 2023 Inspiring Workplaces Awards. Along with a salary of £50,000 per annum, you will also receive a bonus scheme, and a range of benefits click apply for full job details
Location: Newark Department: Children's Residential Care Job Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £36,425 to £41,225 As Assistant Manager you will work with the Registered Manager to ensure that the home is managed in a way which: complies to the Childrens Homes Regulations (England) 2015 maintains an Ofsted grading of good or outstanding promotes childrens welfare and safeguards their wellbe click apply for full job details
May 14, 2024
Full time
Location: Newark Department: Children's Residential Care Job Type: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £36,425 to £41,225 As Assistant Manager you will work with the Registered Manager to ensure that the home is managed in a way which: complies to the Childrens Homes Regulations (England) 2015 maintains an Ofsted grading of good or outstanding promotes childrens welfare and safeguards their wellbe click apply for full job details
We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other childrens and young person's support workers. Essential Information We offer a basic salary of £13.40 to £14.22 (£27,872 to £29,577.60), plus £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month)224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rotaThis is a 365 day a year job, including Christmas, new year and all the fun holidays but it is even more fun when you celebrate with the children!The shifts consist of long hours and sleep ins (which are essential) and the hours differ depending on which home you are based in Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulationsPlanning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointmentsAssisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeTo carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy ManagerTo supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy ManagerWelcome a diverse culture in the homeCreating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulationsDriving is essential due to locations of the homesYou must have at least six month's experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment schemeEnrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employmentProgression within the companyOver time paid at x1.25Fully paid 10-day induction courseEnhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
May 12, 2024
Full time
We are the Cambian group, one of the largest independent providers of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everybody has a personal best and we strive to show our young people their potential. An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Team Leaders! We are looking for Team Leaders who are caring and compassionate individuals with the desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our incredible children and young people through leading by example to other childrens and young person's support workers. Essential Information We offer a basic salary of £13.40 to £14.22 (£27,872 to £29,577.60), plus £2800 to £3600 sleep in payments (based on 8-10 sleep ins per month)224 hours of paid annual leave per annum, rising to 240 hours after 5 years Working on a rota basis - you will receive a monthly rotaThis is a 365 day a year job, including Christmas, new year and all the fun holidays but it is even more fun when you celebrate with the children!The shifts consist of long hours and sleep ins (which are essential) and the hours differ depending on which home you are based in Job role Meeting the needs of the Children and Young People in line with Ofsted regulationsPlanning team rotas to supporting the Deputy and home manager in various meetings and appointmentsAssisting the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy Manager in the implementation of all aspects of the Statement of PurposeTo carry out all other reasonable tasks as directed by the Registered Manager and/or the Deputy ManagerTo supervise in the absence of the Registered Manager and/or Deputy ManagerWelcome a diverse culture in the homeCreating a safe, family environment for the children Requirements You MUST be 21 due to Ofsted regulationsDriving is essential due to locations of the homesYou must have at least six month's experience in Children's residential care and you must hold a relevant level 3 qualification Benefits Refer a friend payment schemeEnrolled on to a work place pension scheme after three months of employmentProgression within the companyOver time paid at x1.25Fully paid 10-day induction courseEnhanced DBS, paid for by Cambian Group We are looking for people who are flexible, reliable, adaptable able to read situations to help our young people make positive choices whist proactively supporting colleagues in their development through leading by example. Are you great at being calm in situations? Offering advice? A good listening ear and have the ability to show unconditional positive regard? Then we want to hear from you!
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced person to manage and support a large team within Amelia House which is our transitions The manager will work with the Children and Young Peoples Placement Teams, Transitions, Complex Care and wider Local Authority teams to ensure admissions and referrals are supported to access the service. Amelia House has a strong experienced Registered Manager in place who is now stepping away to take on our first Ofsted Childrens Home and therefore we are looking for a suitable replacement for this position, the candidate will be supported with a strong handover and transition period until Summer 2024. The manager will ensure that the service is delivered in compliance with relevant legislation including CQC standards and regulations and have strong experience running a complex and challenging residential enviroment. The Manager is expected to take responsibility for the legal registered manager registration for Amelia House, Newbrook, Brookfield and our Community Services which sits within our learning disability registration. Requirements for our Deputy Manager: Relevant experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a similar setting. Experience working with younger adults with mental health and LD. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders. Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. What we are offering Monday to Friday Hours Supernumerary Hours Supportive senior team Relaxed working atmosphere Salary is competitive
May 11, 2024
Full time
We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced person to manage and support a large team within Amelia House which is our transitions The manager will work with the Children and Young Peoples Placement Teams, Transitions, Complex Care and wider Local Authority teams to ensure admissions and referrals are supported to access the service. Amelia House has a strong experienced Registered Manager in place who is now stepping away to take on our first Ofsted Childrens Home and therefore we are looking for a suitable replacement for this position, the candidate will be supported with a strong handover and transition period until Summer 2024. The manager will ensure that the service is delivered in compliance with relevant legislation including CQC standards and regulations and have strong experience running a complex and challenging residential enviroment. The Manager is expected to take responsibility for the legal registered manager registration for Amelia House, Newbrook, Brookfield and our Community Services which sits within our learning disability registration. Requirements for our Deputy Manager: Relevant experience in a managerial or supervisory role within a similar setting. Experience working with younger adults with mental health and LD. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with residents and stakeholders. Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. What we are offering Monday to Friday Hours Supernumerary Hours Supportive senior team Relaxed working atmosphere Salary is competitive
Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team About the role To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Children Trust. You will be a qualified social worker with proven post qualification experience ideally with experience of working within children with disabilities and their families. What will you be doing? To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Childrens Trust. About you You should be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England andhave the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children and families. You will be able to manage a complex and diverse caseload to the required standards. Our benefits We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do. We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including: Highly competitive salaries £6,000 welcome bonus Retention bonus Social Work England registration costs Flexible working practices, including home working, flexi time and job share The opportunity to personally contribute to improving the service Monthly high quality supervision Up to 28 day's annual leave plus bank holidays (with service rises to 32 days plus bank holidays) Opportunity to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday each year Subsidised local authority Pension Scheme Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50% Employee discount schemes Up to £8,000 relocation allowance Signs of Safety training An onsite academy delivering a variety of learning & development opportunities Heavily subsidised city centre parking Regular engagement opportunities with the CEO About us Northamptonshire Children's Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services to the newly established North and West Northants County Councils. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils; this provides the organisation with unique opportunities to explore new ways of working and to be more agile and adaptable in its approach to service delivery. We are developing a culture that allows the very highest quality of professional practice to flourish and evolve, delivering at the cutting edge of new innovation. The Disabled Children's Team supports children with complex disabilities and their families. The team consists of Team Managers, Advanced Practitioners, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers, ASYEs, Family Support workers and dedicated Business support. We work with children aged 0-18 covering children in need, child protection and safeguarding, court work and Children in Care. The team works closely with colleagues in health, education and the voluntary sector using a multi-disciplinary team approach. The Disabled Children's Team is a supportive and committed team of practitioners who strive to achieve positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable children in the county. We regret that we are not accepting any overseas applications at this time.
May 09, 2024
Full time
Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team About the role To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Children Trust. You will be a qualified social worker with proven post qualification experience ideally with experience of working within children with disabilities and their families. What will you be doing? To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children with complex disabilities and their families to ensure the welfare of children is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Childrens Trust. About you You should be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England andhave the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children and families. You will be able to manage a complex and diverse caseload to the required standards. Our benefits We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do. We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including: Highly competitive salaries £6,000 welcome bonus Retention bonus Social Work England registration costs Flexible working practices, including home working, flexi time and job share The opportunity to personally contribute to improving the service Monthly high quality supervision Up to 28 day's annual leave plus bank holidays (with service rises to 32 days plus bank holidays) Opportunity to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday each year Subsidised local authority Pension Scheme Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50% Employee discount schemes Up to £8,000 relocation allowance Signs of Safety training An onsite academy delivering a variety of learning & development opportunities Heavily subsidised city centre parking Regular engagement opportunities with the CEO About us Northamptonshire Children's Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services to the newly established North and West Northants County Councils. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils; this provides the organisation with unique opportunities to explore new ways of working and to be more agile and adaptable in its approach to service delivery. We are developing a culture that allows the very highest quality of professional practice to flourish and evolve, delivering at the cutting edge of new innovation. The Disabled Children's Team supports children with complex disabilities and their families. The team consists of Team Managers, Advanced Practitioners, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers, ASYEs, Family Support workers and dedicated Business support. We work with children aged 0-18 covering children in need, child protection and safeguarding, court work and Children in Care. The team works closely with colleagues in health, education and the voluntary sector using a multi-disciplinary team approach. The Disabled Children's Team is a supportive and committed team of practitioners who strive to achieve positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable children in the county. We regret that we are not accepting any overseas applications at this time.
Registered Manager Hours: Full time permanent Salary : £42,000-£50,000 Location : Huntingdon Benefits: Bonus structure worth £2,500, £5,000 car allowance, great training package and more A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to within an incredible provider of Therapeutic Residential Childcare in an all-girls care home, and they have some exciting opportunities to be part of a team th click apply for full job details
May 08, 2024
Full time
Registered Manager Hours: Full time permanent Salary : £42,000-£50,000 Location : Huntingdon Benefits: Bonus structure worth £2,500, £5,000 car allowance, great training package and more A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to within an incredible provider of Therapeutic Residential Childcare in an all-girls care home, and they have some exciting opportunities to be part of a team th click apply for full job details
Service Care Solutions
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Registered Childrens Home Manager Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Registered Childrens Home Manager in Peterborough. We are looking for an Registered Childrens Home Manager for a 3 BED Residential Children's Home facility for children and young people with Learning Disabilities. Main Responsibilities As a Registered Childrens Home Manager, you will be responsible for: Managing the home to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children & young people and provide operational and administrative support to the home support worker staffs, Directors, and other Care Home Registered Managers. Ensuring that the welfare of the children is the paramount consideration in the provision of the service. Manage the children's home in accordance with the guidelines provided by OFSTED and other regulatory bodies. Providing leadership and management of the home. Managing the home's support worker staff team. Conduct and oversee Auditing and Quality Assurance inspections on a timely manner in preparation for the audits and regulatory compliance. Requirements: A minimum of 1 to 2 years' experience as a Manager, preferably with a proven track record and OFSTED registration You must live in Peterborough Demonstrated leadership skills in managing and supervising a high performing team Level 5 Qualification - ie. Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including: Open to offering a competitive OFSTED rating bonus as part of the compensation package Consideration implementing an ONCALL payment for this position If you are interested in the Registered Childrens Home Manager role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Service Care Solutions also offers a 250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive 250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!
May 08, 2024
Full time
Registered Childrens Home Manager Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Registered Childrens Home Manager in Peterborough. We are looking for an Registered Childrens Home Manager for a 3 BED Residential Children's Home facility for children and young people with Learning Disabilities. Main Responsibilities As a Registered Childrens Home Manager, you will be responsible for: Managing the home to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children & young people and provide operational and administrative support to the home support worker staffs, Directors, and other Care Home Registered Managers. Ensuring that the welfare of the children is the paramount consideration in the provision of the service. Manage the children's home in accordance with the guidelines provided by OFSTED and other regulatory bodies. Providing leadership and management of the home. Managing the home's support worker staff team. Conduct and oversee Auditing and Quality Assurance inspections on a timely manner in preparation for the audits and regulatory compliance. Requirements: A minimum of 1 to 2 years' experience as a Manager, preferably with a proven track record and OFSTED registration You must live in Peterborough Demonstrated leadership skills in managing and supervising a high performing team Level 5 Qualification - ie. Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including: Open to offering a competitive OFSTED rating bonus as part of the compensation package Consideration implementing an ONCALL payment for this position If you are interested in the Registered Childrens Home Manager role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Service Care Solutions also offers a 250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive 250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!
We are looking for a Registered Manager to manage a Residential Service for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. To be the OFSTED Registered Manager to deliver services which are fully compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to The Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015 click apply for full job details
May 08, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Registered Manager to manage a Residential Service for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. To be the OFSTED Registered Manager to deliver services which are fully compliant with legislative and regulatory requirements in relation to The Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015 click apply for full job details
We have a rare opportunity to join the Cambian Group in a newly established multi site children's residential home with educational provisions. As a leader within our specialist mental health services you will be a major part in the transformation of delivery of service and our incredible children's experiences. We are looking for a Deputy Manager to assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose. You will deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager whilst supporting and managing the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. You will act as a responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints whilst working in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for Children & young people within our care. What we can offer you as a Deputy manager at Cambian Group Salary up to £35,000 DOE Full enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Full Training provided - 8-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development Opportunity to be supported on qualifications to meet your career development Opportunity to join our management development programme Free onsite parking, meals and other benefits such as Cycle to work, Dental plans, Casual Dress, Pension scheme, Car leasing scheme, Cambian Rewards full of discounted restaurants and days out for the family! The right candidate will have proven experience of Ofsted, have the ability to manage and want to develop their core skills and experience of mental health services offered within Cambian Specialist Mental Health Services to ensure are homes are always striving towards 'outstanding'. We are the Cambian group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You will find that you are part of a close, supportive team, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone. The better we work together, the more we can help the people we care for achieve their personal best too. Whether that is in terms of helping someone to achieve their personal potential or growing our reputation as provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We already have 27 Ofsted 'Outstanding Provider' Awards, join us and together we can achieve more. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time Equal Opportunities: All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.
May 08, 2024
Full time
We have a rare opportunity to join the Cambian Group in a newly established multi site children's residential home with educational provisions. As a leader within our specialist mental health services you will be a major part in the transformation of delivery of service and our incredible children's experiences. We are looking for a Deputy Manager to assist the manager in achieving the aims and objectives within the Statement of Purpose. You will deputise in the absence of the Registered Manager whilst supporting and managing the staff to enable them to meet the needs of the children and young people. You will act as a responsible person in managing child protection concerns and complaints whilst working in partnership with other professionals to achieve optimum outcomes for Children & young people within our care. What we can offer you as a Deputy manager at Cambian Group Salary up to £35,000 DOE Full enhanced children's and adults DBS paid for by Cambian Full Training provided - 8-day paid intensive induction training course, face to face and online learning to support your development Opportunity to be supported on qualifications to meet your career development Opportunity to join our management development programme Free onsite parking, meals and other benefits such as Cycle to work, Dental plans, Casual Dress, Pension scheme, Car leasing scheme, Cambian Rewards full of discounted restaurants and days out for the family! The right candidate will have proven experience of Ofsted, have the ability to manage and want to develop their core skills and experience of mental health services offered within Cambian Specialist Mental Health Services to ensure are homes are always striving towards 'outstanding'. We are the Cambian group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You will find that you are part of a close, supportive team, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone. The better we work together, the more we can help the people we care for achieve their personal best too. Whether that is in terms of helping someone to achieve their personal potential or growing our reputation as provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We already have 27 Ofsted 'Outstanding Provider' Awards, join us and together we can achieve more. Requirements for an Enhanced DBS and reference checking will be undertaken in line with government regulations and safer recruitment best practice. Whilst we endeavour to keep the recruitment process as short as possible due to the nature of these important checks it may extend the processing time Equal Opportunities: All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Cambian Group employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation or any other perceived difference.
Deputy Homes Manager Salary: £37,600 - £38,640 Salary inclusive of: Sleep Ins - £30 & On Call Shifts - £60 Rota expectation - 40 hours per week, 6 sleep ins, and 3-4 on call shifts. (Depending on the needs of the Home.) Qualification / Experience: 12 months in a Deputy role, QCF Level 3 minimum, willingness to complete QCF Level 5 Job Role: Deputy Homes Manager White Trees group is owned and operated by SureCare Residential Ltd. Our role as a company is to provide a home for vulnerable and complex young people who find themselves in residential care for a magnitude of reasons, often completely out of their control and/or comprehension. Our company was founded on the belief that what we do, not only keeps our young people safe and away from harm, we actually grow and develop and build brighter futures for all of the young people in our care. It is important that you understand your role within the company as a Deputy Manager and spend as much time as possible learning about and understanding your role within the company. It's not the individual that makes the difference in the long-term changes to a young person, it's the continuity that's provided through rigorous care planning, therapeutic interventions and understanding that the consistency of the team approach is what builds the brighter futures for all of our young people. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To support on the rota and shift cover mentoring senior staff and TPW's to ensure that the daily operational systems within the home are effective, and meeting the needs of our young people and the home. To lead by example and mentor/coach the staff team as an effective and positive role model. To be responsible for effective day to day running of the home in the absence of the homes manager - be responsible for a team of staff and work allocations, as well as undertaking direct work with children in the residential home when necessary. To be responsible for all aspects of the residential premises. Key Duties To support the Registered Homes Manager in ensuring compliance with the company Policy and Procedures and meeting all OFSTED regulations. To deputise/act up for the Registered Manager in their absence To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the young people (as DSL in the Managers absence) To ensure that the young people's needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination within the home, and to challenge discrimination from outside of the home. To ensure that the home meets the individual needs of the young people as well as the needs of the organisation (homely environment with high standards of décor). To ensure that the home provides an environment that is safe and sensitive to the needs of the young people being looked after. To support the manager and team to ensure that the admission of the young people to the home is welcoming and reflects the expectations of the care plan and meets all company admissions/transitions policy and procedures. To support the manager and the team to ensure that the young person's placement complies with the ethos of the company and the care plan. To support the manager and the team to ensure that when the young person comes to leave the home that this is done sensitively and within the company's discharge/transitions policy and procedures. To ensure that the young people are supported in stressful situations, crisis or emotional and behavioural challenges. To work with the manager and team towards the most positive outcomes for the young person. To be instrumental in overseeing the development, monitoring and implementation of the individual young people's care plans and case records. To support the manager in ensuring care plans are regularly reviewed by key workers, overseeing the senior key workers and their caseloads. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals involved with the welfare of the young people. To ensure the specific needs of the young people are met i.e., religious observance, cultural needs, dietary requirements and any medical conditions and their treatment. To ensure that each young person is supported in learning to take responsibility for their actions within their understanding and according to age and ability. To ensure that they are informed of their rights and responsibilities enabling them to have their wishes and feelings heard. To plan, manage and lead shifts ensuring children are kept safe and engaged throughout the day. To ensure the Placement and Care plan for each child is followed and adhered to at all times. To ensure education is promoted and supported and that each child's attendance in education is maintained. Practical Duties To ensure that all staff act in a professional manner.To ensure all policies and procedures, as well as risk assessments, are adhered to at all times.To ensure that all staff comply with the duty rotas and are included on a 'rolling rota', with flexibility, to gain maximum experience in the working methods of other staff.To ensure that all staff read daily communications and notifications to check all messages at the beginning of work or at any point during the working day as required.To ensure that all staff have written up any incident/accident forms, or restraint forms as applicable and that such information is passed to the Registered Manager within the agreed timescale.To ensure that all staff are familiar with and follow Local Authority Safeguarding Child Protection Procedures and SureCare Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures'.To report immediately to the Registered Manager any issues regarding Child Protection matters.To ensure that all staff are familiar with Policies and Guidance Notes with regard to the care of children, as well as subsequent guidance (copies available in the home's office in electronic and paper fo
May 08, 2024
Full time
Deputy Homes Manager Salary: £37,600 - £38,640 Salary inclusive of: Sleep Ins - £30 & On Call Shifts - £60 Rota expectation - 40 hours per week, 6 sleep ins, and 3-4 on call shifts. (Depending on the needs of the Home.) Qualification / Experience: 12 months in a Deputy role, QCF Level 3 minimum, willingness to complete QCF Level 5 Job Role: Deputy Homes Manager White Trees group is owned and operated by SureCare Residential Ltd. Our role as a company is to provide a home for vulnerable and complex young people who find themselves in residential care for a magnitude of reasons, often completely out of their control and/or comprehension. Our company was founded on the belief that what we do, not only keeps our young people safe and away from harm, we actually grow and develop and build brighter futures for all of the young people in our care. It is important that you understand your role within the company as a Deputy Manager and spend as much time as possible learning about and understanding your role within the company. It's not the individual that makes the difference in the long-term changes to a young person, it's the continuity that's provided through rigorous care planning, therapeutic interventions and understanding that the consistency of the team approach is what builds the brighter futures for all of our young people. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To support on the rota and shift cover mentoring senior staff and TPW's to ensure that the daily operational systems within the home are effective, and meeting the needs of our young people and the home. To lead by example and mentor/coach the staff team as an effective and positive role model. To be responsible for effective day to day running of the home in the absence of the homes manager - be responsible for a team of staff and work allocations, as well as undertaking direct work with children in the residential home when necessary. To be responsible for all aspects of the residential premises. Key Duties To support the Registered Homes Manager in ensuring compliance with the company Policy and Procedures and meeting all OFSTED regulations. To deputise/act up for the Registered Manager in their absence To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the young people (as DSL in the Managers absence) To ensure that the young people's needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination within the home, and to challenge discrimination from outside of the home. To ensure that the home meets the individual needs of the young people as well as the needs of the organisation (homely environment with high standards of décor). To ensure that the home provides an environment that is safe and sensitive to the needs of the young people being looked after. To support the manager and team to ensure that the admission of the young people to the home is welcoming and reflects the expectations of the care plan and meets all company admissions/transitions policy and procedures. To support the manager and the team to ensure that the young person's placement complies with the ethos of the company and the care plan. To support the manager and the team to ensure that when the young person comes to leave the home that this is done sensitively and within the company's discharge/transitions policy and procedures. To ensure that the young people are supported in stressful situations, crisis or emotional and behavioural challenges. To work with the manager and team towards the most positive outcomes for the young person. To be instrumental in overseeing the development, monitoring and implementation of the individual young people's care plans and case records. To support the manager in ensuring care plans are regularly reviewed by key workers, overseeing the senior key workers and their caseloads. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals involved with the welfare of the young people. To ensure the specific needs of the young people are met i.e., religious observance, cultural needs, dietary requirements and any medical conditions and their treatment. To ensure that each young person is supported in learning to take responsibility for their actions within their understanding and according to age and ability. To ensure that they are informed of their rights and responsibilities enabling them to have their wishes and feelings heard. To plan, manage and lead shifts ensuring children are kept safe and engaged throughout the day. To ensure the Placement and Care plan for each child is followed and adhered to at all times. To ensure education is promoted and supported and that each child's attendance in education is maintained. Practical Duties To ensure that all staff act in a professional manner.To ensure all policies and procedures, as well as risk assessments, are adhered to at all times.To ensure that all staff comply with the duty rotas and are included on a 'rolling rota', with flexibility, to gain maximum experience in the working methods of other staff.To ensure that all staff read daily communications and notifications to check all messages at the beginning of work or at any point during the working day as required.To ensure that all staff have written up any incident/accident forms, or restraint forms as applicable and that such information is passed to the Registered Manager within the agreed timescale.To ensure that all staff are familiar with and follow Local Authority Safeguarding Child Protection Procedures and SureCare Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures'.To report immediately to the Registered Manager any issues regarding Child Protection matters.To ensure that all staff are familiar with Policies and Guidance Notes with regard to the care of children, as well as subsequent guidance (copies available in the home's office in electronic and paper fo
Deputy Homes Manager Salary: £37,600 - £38,640 Salary inclusive of: Sleep Ins - £30 & On Call Shifts - £60 Rota expectation - 40 hours per week, 6 sleep ins, and 3-4 on call shifts. (Depending on the needs of the Home.) Job Role: Deputy Homes Manager White Trees group is owned and operated by SureCare Residential Ltd. Our role as a company is to provide a home for vulnerable and complex young people who find themselves in residential care for a magnitude of reasons, often completely out of their control and/or comprehension. Our company was founded on the belief that what we do, not only keeps our young people safe and away from harm, we actually grow and develop and build brighter futures for all of the young people in our care. It is important that you understand your role within the company as a Deputy Manager and spend as much time as possible learning about and understanding your role within the company. It's not the individual that makes the difference in the long-term changes to a young person, it's the continuity that's provided through rigorous care planning, therapeutic interventions and understanding that the consistency of the team approach is what builds the brighter futures for all of our young people. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To support on the rota and shift cover mentoring senior staff and TPW's to ensure that the daily operational systems within the home are effective, and meeting the needs of our young people and the home. To lead by example and mentor/coach the staff team as an effective and positive role model. To be responsible for effective day to day running of the home in the absence of the homes manager - be responsible for a team of staff and work allocations, as well as undertaking direct work with children in the residential home when necessary. To be responsible for all aspects of the residential premises. Key Duties To support the Registered Homes Manager in ensuring compliance with the company Policy and Procedures and meeting all OFSTED regulations. To deputise/act up for the Registered Manager in their absence To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the young people (as DSL in the Managers absence) To ensure that the young people's needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination within the home, and to challenge discrimination from outside of the home. To ensure that the home meets the individual needs of the young people as well as the needs of the organisation (homely environment with high standards of décor). To ensure that the home provides an environment that is safe and sensitive to the needs of the young people being looked after. To support the manager and team to ensure that the admission of the young people to the home is welcoming and reflects the expectations of the care plan and meets all company admissions/transitions policy and procedures. To support the manager and the team to ensure that the young person's placement complies with the ethos of the company and the care plan. To support the manager and the team to ensure that when the young person comes to leave the home that this is done sensitively and within the company's discharge/transitions policy and procedures. To ensure that the young people are supported in stressful situations, crisis or emotional and behavioural challenges. To work with the manager and team towards the most positive outcomes for the young person. To be instrumental in overseeing the development, monitoring and implementation of the individual young people's care plans and case records. To support the manager in ensuring care plans are regularly reviewed by key workers, overseeing the senior key workers and their caseloads. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals involved with the welfare of the young people. To ensure the specific needs of the young people are met i.e., religious observance, cultural needs, dietary requirements and any medical conditions and their treatment. To ensure that each young person is supported in learning to take responsibility for their actions within their understanding and according to age and ability. To ensure that they are informed of their rights and responsibilities enabling them to have their wishes and feelings heard. To plan, manage and lead shifts ensuring children are kept safe and engaged throughout the day. To ensure the Placement and Care plan for each child is followed and adhered to at all times. To ensure education is promoted and supported and that each child's attendance in education is maintained. Practical Duties To ensure that all staff act in a professional manner. To ensure all policies and procedures, as well as risk assessments, are adhered to at all times. To ensure that all staff comply with the duty rotas and are included on a 'rolling rota', with flexibility, to gain maximum experience in the working methods of other staff. To ensure that all staff read daily communications and notifications to check all messages at the beginning of work or at any point during the working day as required. To ensure that all staff have written up any incident/accident forms, or restraint forms as applicable and that such information is passed to the Registered Manager within the agreed timescale. To ensure that all staff are familiar with and follow Local Authority Safeguarding Child Protection Procedures and SureCare Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures'. To report immediately to the Registered Manager any issues regarding Child Protection matters. To ensure that all staff are familiar with Policies and Guidance Notes with regard to the care of children, as well as subsequent guidance (copies available in the home's office in electronic and paper form). To ensure that all staff always maintain confidentiality. Manage
May 08, 2024
Full time
Deputy Homes Manager Salary: £37,600 - £38,640 Salary inclusive of: Sleep Ins - £30 & On Call Shifts - £60 Rota expectation - 40 hours per week, 6 sleep ins, and 3-4 on call shifts. (Depending on the needs of the Home.) Job Role: Deputy Homes Manager White Trees group is owned and operated by SureCare Residential Ltd. Our role as a company is to provide a home for vulnerable and complex young people who find themselves in residential care for a magnitude of reasons, often completely out of their control and/or comprehension. Our company was founded on the belief that what we do, not only keeps our young people safe and away from harm, we actually grow and develop and build brighter futures for all of the young people in our care. It is important that you understand your role within the company as a Deputy Manager and spend as much time as possible learning about and understanding your role within the company. It's not the individual that makes the difference in the long-term changes to a young person, it's the continuity that's provided through rigorous care planning, therapeutic interventions and understanding that the consistency of the team approach is what builds the brighter futures for all of our young people. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: To support on the rota and shift cover mentoring senior staff and TPW's to ensure that the daily operational systems within the home are effective, and meeting the needs of our young people and the home. To lead by example and mentor/coach the staff team as an effective and positive role model. To be responsible for effective day to day running of the home in the absence of the homes manager - be responsible for a team of staff and work allocations, as well as undertaking direct work with children in the residential home when necessary. To be responsible for all aspects of the residential premises. Key Duties To support the Registered Homes Manager in ensuring compliance with the company Policy and Procedures and meeting all OFSTED regulations. To deputise/act up for the Registered Manager in their absence To safeguard and promote the welfare and development of the young people (as DSL in the Managers absence) To ensure that the young people's needs are recognised and met. This includes ensuring that they are free from discrimination within the home, and to challenge discrimination from outside of the home. To ensure that the home meets the individual needs of the young people as well as the needs of the organisation (homely environment with high standards of décor). To ensure that the home provides an environment that is safe and sensitive to the needs of the young people being looked after. To support the manager and team to ensure that the admission of the young people to the home is welcoming and reflects the expectations of the care plan and meets all company admissions/transitions policy and procedures. To support the manager and the team to ensure that the young person's placement complies with the ethos of the company and the care plan. To support the manager and the team to ensure that when the young person comes to leave the home that this is done sensitively and within the company's discharge/transitions policy and procedures. To ensure that the young people are supported in stressful situations, crisis or emotional and behavioural challenges. To work with the manager and team towards the most positive outcomes for the young person. To be instrumental in overseeing the development, monitoring and implementation of the individual young people's care plans and case records. To support the manager in ensuring care plans are regularly reviewed by key workers, overseeing the senior key workers and their caseloads. To develop and maintain good working relationships with parents, social workers, schools and other professionals involved with the welfare of the young people. To ensure the specific needs of the young people are met i.e., religious observance, cultural needs, dietary requirements and any medical conditions and their treatment. To ensure that each young person is supported in learning to take responsibility for their actions within their understanding and according to age and ability. To ensure that they are informed of their rights and responsibilities enabling them to have their wishes and feelings heard. To plan, manage and lead shifts ensuring children are kept safe and engaged throughout the day. To ensure the Placement and Care plan for each child is followed and adhered to at all times. To ensure education is promoted and supported and that each child's attendance in education is maintained. Practical Duties To ensure that all staff act in a professional manner. To ensure all policies and procedures, as well as risk assessments, are adhered to at all times. To ensure that all staff comply with the duty rotas and are included on a 'rolling rota', with flexibility, to gain maximum experience in the working methods of other staff. To ensure that all staff read daily communications and notifications to check all messages at the beginning of work or at any point during the working day as required. To ensure that all staff have written up any incident/accident forms, or restraint forms as applicable and that such information is passed to the Registered Manager within the agreed timescale. To ensure that all staff are familiar with and follow Local Authority Safeguarding Child Protection Procedures and SureCare Safeguarding & Child Protection Procedures'. To report immediately to the Registered Manager any issues regarding Child Protection matters. To ensure that all staff are familiar with Policies and Guidance Notes with regard to the care of children, as well as subsequent guidance (copies available in the home's office in electronic and paper form). To ensure that all staff always maintain confidentiality. Manage
Area Manager covering 5 Children Homes in the South Ribble area. Salary would be between £50000 - £55000 Per Year. Monday to Friday role flexible hours. Car Allowance. Children s Registered Home Manager- South Ribble. Highly competitive salary up to 55K Full time permanent position, 37 hours per week, operating on a flexible rota, Key Responsibilities & Duties To contribute to the care planning and risk management strategies in place for children and provide feedback from one-to-one sessions and group work that will inform the MDT when reviewing individual children s progress, across the homes based within the South Ribble area. Qualifications: NVQ 3 Children and Young People or equivalent NVQ 4 Management CMS, DMS equivalent or working towards Professional Care Qualification (DipSW, CMS, CQSW, Registered Manager s Award) Diploma 5 Leadership & Management Children & Young People. Skills & Experience: Considerable evidence of working with young people in a residential setting Have at least three years' experience in a managerial role in the children s residential care sector Evidence of staff/team management on a regular basis Budget management including monitoring, recording & reporting Leadership and motivation skills Excellent interpersonal skills Good written & oral communication Comfortable with decision making and making the ambiguous, unambiguous with confidence and clarity. Benefits Pension Scheme Holidays - 32 days (inclusive of bank holidays) Mileage allowance Free access to well-being initiatives Free on-site Parking
May 08, 2024
Full time
Area Manager covering 5 Children Homes in the South Ribble area. Salary would be between £50000 - £55000 Per Year. Monday to Friday role flexible hours. Car Allowance. Children s Registered Home Manager- South Ribble. Highly competitive salary up to 55K Full time permanent position, 37 hours per week, operating on a flexible rota, Key Responsibilities & Duties To contribute to the care planning and risk management strategies in place for children and provide feedback from one-to-one sessions and group work that will inform the MDT when reviewing individual children s progress, across the homes based within the South Ribble area. Qualifications: NVQ 3 Children and Young People or equivalent NVQ 4 Management CMS, DMS equivalent or working towards Professional Care Qualification (DipSW, CMS, CQSW, Registered Manager s Award) Diploma 5 Leadership & Management Children & Young People. Skills & Experience: Considerable evidence of working with young people in a residential setting Have at least three years' experience in a managerial role in the children s residential care sector Evidence of staff/team management on a regular basis Budget management including monitoring, recording & reporting Leadership and motivation skills Excellent interpersonal skills Good written & oral communication Comfortable with decision making and making the ambiguous, unambiguous with confidence and clarity. Benefits Pension Scheme Holidays - 32 days (inclusive of bank holidays) Mileage allowance Free access to well-being initiatives Free on-site Parking
Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) Social Worker - Level 1 (NIPE) - Children's Services Job Description Permanent contracts (pending successful completion of ASYE) Starting salary £34,834 per annum (Scale I) up to 37 hours per week Norfolk Starting your Social Work career - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported start. You may have just finished or are still completing your Social Work course or you may have completed your qualification some time ago but never worked in a statutory social work role. Norfolk Children's Services are recruiting those who have not yet completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) into our highly successful Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) programme of support. To support you to make the best start in your career as a social worker in Norfolk Children's Services we offer the following enhanced level of support alongside the national ASYE programme through our Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE): A reduced caseload that builds over the year in terms of case numbers and complexity so you gain a good foundation and range of skills. A dedicated Practice Consultant, an experienced senior Social Worker, to support you with reflective supervision, learning groups and tailored 1-1 support throughout your first two years, as well as your Team Manager. The chance to learn from the more experienced social workers in your team through group supervision and co-working more complex cases. Protected development time and training throughout your ASYE, as well as the benefits of our Teaching Partnership with the University of East Anglia - you can start to build modules towards a fully funded optional MA in Advanced Social Work. You can also join us as a Social Work Assistant in advance of being registered with Social Work England so that you can gain experience and paid employment. Continued support through the second year of practice to suit your particular needs. A regionally competitive starting salary with retention payments in FAST teams as you progress through your social work career. Progression to Level 2 and increase in salary to £37,336 at the end of your ASYE. We are proud of our social workers and our commitment to supporting newly qualified social workers. We have a proven track record of investment in newly qualified workers and are determined to help you to become the best social worker that you can be. We will expect a lot from you but in return you can also expect a lot from us. We want those who come through our programme to remain with us and to continue to develop and progress providing a high-quality service to children in Norfolk. For an informal discussion with the NIPE Team Manager, Ruth Pilch, regarding our programme please email We are holding an informal Virtual Open Evening on Wednesday 17th January 2024 where you can hear from our current ASYE cohort and ask questions about what to expect during your supported year. Please complete the link here for more information and to reserve your place: Childrens Services ASYE Virtual Open Evening- Norfolk County Council () There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. To view further information regarding the vacancy please click on the links below: Job Description and Person Specification Reward and Benefits Recruitment Information for Candidates - Norfolk County Council About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) Social Worker - Level 1 (NIPE) - Children's Services Job Description Permanent contracts (pending successful completion of ASYE) Starting salary £34,834 per annum (Scale I) up to 37 hours per week Norfolk Starting your Social Work career - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported start. You may have just finished or are still completing your Social Work course or you may have completed your qualification some time ago but never worked in a statutory social work role. Norfolk Children's Services are recruiting those who have not yet completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) into our highly successful Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) programme of support. To support you to make the best start in your career as a social worker in Norfolk Children's Services we offer the following enhanced level of support alongside the national ASYE programme through our Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE): A reduced caseload that builds over the year in terms of case numbers and complexity so you gain a good foundation and range of skills. A dedicated Practice Consultant, an experienced senior Social Worker, to support you with reflective supervision, learning groups and tailored 1-1 support throughout your first two years, as well as your Team Manager. The chance to learn from the more experienced social workers in your team through group supervision and co-working more complex cases. Protected development time and training throughout your ASYE, as well as the benefits of our Teaching Partnership with the University of East Anglia - you can start to build modules towards a fully funded optional MA in Advanced Social Work. You can also join us as a Social Work Assistant in advance of being registered with Social Work England so that you can gain experience and paid employment. Continued support through the second year of practice to suit your particular needs. A regionally competitive starting salary with retention payments in FAST teams as you progress through your social work career. Progression to Level 2 and increase in salary to £37,336 at the end of your ASYE. We are proud of our social workers and our commitment to supporting newly qualified social workers. We have a proven track record of investment in newly qualified workers and are determined to help you to become the best social worker that you can be. We will expect a lot from you but in return you can also expect a lot from us. We want those who come through our programme to remain with us and to continue to develop and progress providing a high-quality service to children in Norfolk. For an informal discussion with the NIPE Team Manager, Ruth Pilch, regarding our programme please email We are holding an informal Virtual Open Evening on Wednesday 17th January 2024 where you can hear from our current ASYE cohort and ask questions about what to expect during your supported year. Please complete the link here for more information and to reserve your place: Childrens Services ASYE Virtual Open Evening- Norfolk County Council () There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. To view further information regarding the vacancy please click on the links below: Job Description and Person Specification Reward and Benefits Recruitment Information for Candidates - Norfolk County Council About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Return to Social Work - Childrens Job Description Returning to Social Work - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported return Starting salary £34,834, rising to £37,336 on progression to Level 2 plus a relocation package up to £8,000 for those eligible Full and part time Permanent Are you are considering a return to social work? We can offer tailored support to help you re-register and get back into practice. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. We are interested in people with a range of social work backgrounds who are keen to get back into practice and we can support your return whenever you are ready. If you need to re-register with Social Work England (SWE), we will employ you as a Social Work Assistant to gain the hours of experience you need and will help you to re-register. Once re-registered, or if you already have SWE registration, you will have the dedicated support of a Practice Consultant - a senior Social Worker whose specific role is to support you with your learning and development. You will receive a tailored plan of support that enables you to work on the areas where you need to gain skills or experience. We want your return to social work to be successful and build on the skills and strengths you already have. You'll be part of a social work team to enable learning from colleagues and you'll have the support of a Team Manager. You will receive regular supportive and reflective supervision on both an individual and group supervision basis and will have a protected caseload that will develop as you do, allowing time for you to learn and develop your practice confidence. When you are ready, you will progress to a Level 2 Social Worker and receive a significant pay increment. As a Social Worker within Norfolk Children's Services, you will receive a range of development opportunities and access to various avenues for career progression. Norfolk takes a restorative approach to working with children and families, based on Signs of Safety, which means that while your direct work with children and young people will be central, you will also be working alongside families and their networks to help them find solutions that keep their children safe and well, long-term. If you are committed to providing children and families with a first-class service and want your return to social work to be well supported, we would love to hear from you! Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. Here are some of the benefits of working at Norfolk County Council: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube For an informal discussion about returning to Social Work please email Ruth Pilch (Team Manager- Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence) . Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Return to Social Work - Childrens Job Description Returning to Social Work - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported return Starting salary £34,834, rising to £37,336 on progression to Level 2 plus a relocation package up to £8,000 for those eligible Full and part time Permanent Are you are considering a return to social work? We can offer tailored support to help you re-register and get back into practice. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. We are interested in people with a range of social work backgrounds who are keen to get back into practice and we can support your return whenever you are ready. If you need to re-register with Social Work England (SWE), we will employ you as a Social Work Assistant to gain the hours of experience you need and will help you to re-register. Once re-registered, or if you already have SWE registration, you will have the dedicated support of a Practice Consultant - a senior Social Worker whose specific role is to support you with your learning and development. You will receive a tailored plan of support that enables you to work on the areas where you need to gain skills or experience. We want your return to social work to be successful and build on the skills and strengths you already have. You'll be part of a social work team to enable learning from colleagues and you'll have the support of a Team Manager. You will receive regular supportive and reflective supervision on both an individual and group supervision basis and will have a protected caseload that will develop as you do, allowing time for you to learn and develop your practice confidence. When you are ready, you will progress to a Level 2 Social Worker and receive a significant pay increment. As a Social Worker within Norfolk Children's Services, you will receive a range of development opportunities and access to various avenues for career progression. Norfolk takes a restorative approach to working with children and families, based on Signs of Safety, which means that while your direct work with children and young people will be central, you will also be working alongside families and their networks to help them find solutions that keep their children safe and well, long-term. If you are committed to providing children and families with a first-class service and want your return to social work to be well supported, we would love to hear from you! Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. Here are some of the benefits of working at Norfolk County Council: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube For an informal discussion about returning to Social Work please email Ruth Pilch (Team Manager- Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence) . Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria.
Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) Social Worker - Level 1 (NIPE) - Children's Services Job Description Permanent contracts (pending successful completion of ASYE) Starting salary £34,834 per annum (Scale I) up to 37 hours per week Norfolk Starting your Social Work career - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported start. You may have just finished or are still completing your Social Work course or you may have completed your qualification some time ago but never worked in a statutory social work role. Norfolk Children's Services are recruiting those who have not yet completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) into our highly successful Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) programme of support. To support you to make the best start in your career as a social worker in Norfolk Children's Services we offer the following enhanced level of support alongside the national ASYE programme through our Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE): A reduced caseload that builds over the year in terms of case numbers and complexity so you gain a good foundation and range of skills. A dedicated Practice Consultant, an experienced senior Social Worker, to support you with reflective supervision, learning groups and tailored 1-1 support throughout your first two years, as well as your Team Manager. The chance to learn from the more experienced social workers in your team through group supervision and co-working more complex cases. Protected development time and training throughout your ASYE, as well as the benefits of our Teaching Partnership with the University of East Anglia - you can start to build modules towards a fully funded optional MA in Advanced Social Work. You can also join us as a Social Work Assistant in advance of being registered with Social Work England so that you can gain experience and paid employment. Continued support through the second year of practice to suit your particular needs. A regionally competitive starting salary with retention payments in FAST teams as you progress through your social work career. Progression to Level 2 and increase in salary to £37,336 at the end of your ASYE. We are proud of our social workers and our commitment to supporting newly qualified social workers. We have a proven track record of investment in newly qualified workers and are determined to help you to become the best social worker that you can be. We will expect a lot from you but in return you can also expect a lot from us. We want those who come through our programme to remain with us and to continue to develop and progress providing a high-quality service to children in Norfolk. For an informal discussion with the NIPE Team Manager, Ruth Pilch, regarding our programme please email We are holding an informal Virtual Open Evening on Wednesday 17th January 2024 where you can hear from our current ASYE cohort and ask questions about what to expect during your supported year. Please complete the link here for more information and to reserve your place: Childrens Services ASYE Virtual Open Evening- Norfolk County Council () There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. To view further information regarding the vacancy please click on the links below: Job Description and Person Specification Reward and Benefits Recruitment Information for Candidates - Norfolk County Council About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) Social Worker - Level 1 (NIPE) - Children's Services Job Description Permanent contracts (pending successful completion of ASYE) Starting salary £34,834 per annum (Scale I) up to 37 hours per week Norfolk Starting your Social Work career - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported start. You may have just finished or are still completing your Social Work course or you may have completed your qualification some time ago but never worked in a statutory social work role. Norfolk Children's Services are recruiting those who have not yet completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) into our highly successful Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) programme of support. To support you to make the best start in your career as a social worker in Norfolk Children's Services we offer the following enhanced level of support alongside the national ASYE programme through our Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE): A reduced caseload that builds over the year in terms of case numbers and complexity so you gain a good foundation and range of skills. A dedicated Practice Consultant, an experienced senior Social Worker, to support you with reflective supervision, learning groups and tailored 1-1 support throughout your first two years, as well as your Team Manager. The chance to learn from the more experienced social workers in your team through group supervision and co-working more complex cases. Protected development time and training throughout your ASYE, as well as the benefits of our Teaching Partnership with the University of East Anglia - you can start to build modules towards a fully funded optional MA in Advanced Social Work. You can also join us as a Social Work Assistant in advance of being registered with Social Work England so that you can gain experience and paid employment. Continued support through the second year of practice to suit your particular needs. A regionally competitive starting salary with retention payments in FAST teams as you progress through your social work career. Progression to Level 2 and increase in salary to £37,336 at the end of your ASYE. We are proud of our social workers and our commitment to supporting newly qualified social workers. We have a proven track record of investment in newly qualified workers and are determined to help you to become the best social worker that you can be. We will expect a lot from you but in return you can also expect a lot from us. We want those who come through our programme to remain with us and to continue to develop and progress providing a high-quality service to children in Norfolk. For an informal discussion with the NIPE Team Manager, Ruth Pilch, regarding our programme please email We are holding an informal Virtual Open Evening on Wednesday 17th January 2024 where you can hear from our current ASYE cohort and ask questions about what to expect during your supported year. Please complete the link here for more information and to reserve your place: Childrens Services ASYE Virtual Open Evening- Norfolk County Council () There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. To view further information regarding the vacancy please click on the links below: Job Description and Person Specification Reward and Benefits Recruitment Information for Candidates - Norfolk County Council About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Return to Social Work - Childrens Job Description Returning to Social Work - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported return Starting salary £34,834, rising to £37,336 on progression to Level 2 plus a relocation package up to £8,000 for those eligible Full and part time Permanent Are you are considering a return to social work? We can offer tailored support to help you re-register and get back into practice. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. We are interested in people with a range of social work backgrounds who are keen to get back into practice and we can support your return whenever you are ready. If you need to re-register with Social Work England (SWE), we will employ you as a Social Work Assistant to gain the hours of experience you need and will help you to re-register. Once re-registered, or if you already have SWE registration, you will have the dedicated support of a Practice Consultant - a senior Social Worker whose specific role is to support you with your learning and development. You will receive a tailored plan of support that enables you to work on the areas where you need to gain skills or experience. We want your return to social work to be successful and build on the skills and strengths you already have. You'll be part of a social work team to enable learning from colleagues and you'll have the support of a Team Manager. You will receive regular supportive and reflective supervision on both an individual and group supervision basis and will have a protected caseload that will develop as you do, allowing time for you to learn and develop your practice confidence. When you are ready, you will progress to a Level 2 Social Worker and receive a significant pay increment. As a Social Worker within Norfolk Children's Services, you will receive a range of development opportunities and access to various avenues for career progression. Norfolk takes a restorative approach to working with children and families, based on Signs of Safety, which means that while your direct work with children and young people will be central, you will also be working alongside families and their networks to help them find solutions that keep their children safe and well, long-term. If you are committed to providing children and families with a first-class service and want your return to social work to be well supported, we would love to hear from you! Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. Here are some of the benefits of working at Norfolk County Council: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube For an informal discussion about returning to Social Work please email Ruth Pilch (Team Manager- Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence) . Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria.
May 08, 2024
Full time
Return to Social Work - Childrens Job Description Returning to Social Work - Join Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) for a supported return Starting salary £34,834, rising to £37,336 on progression to Level 2 plus a relocation package up to £8,000 for those eligible Full and part time Permanent Are you are considering a return to social work? We can offer tailored support to help you re-register and get back into practice. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. We are interested in people with a range of social work backgrounds who are keen to get back into practice and we can support your return whenever you are ready. If you need to re-register with Social Work England (SWE), we will employ you as a Social Work Assistant to gain the hours of experience you need and will help you to re-register. Once re-registered, or if you already have SWE registration, you will have the dedicated support of a Practice Consultant - a senior Social Worker whose specific role is to support you with your learning and development. You will receive a tailored plan of support that enables you to work on the areas where you need to gain skills or experience. We want your return to social work to be successful and build on the skills and strengths you already have. You'll be part of a social work team to enable learning from colleagues and you'll have the support of a Team Manager. You will receive regular supportive and reflective supervision on both an individual and group supervision basis and will have a protected caseload that will develop as you do, allowing time for you to learn and develop your practice confidence. When you are ready, you will progress to a Level 2 Social Worker and receive a significant pay increment. As a Social Worker within Norfolk Children's Services, you will receive a range of development opportunities and access to various avenues for career progression. Norfolk takes a restorative approach to working with children and families, based on Signs of Safety, which means that while your direct work with children and young people will be central, you will also be working alongside families and their networks to help them find solutions that keep their children safe and well, long-term. If you are committed to providing children and families with a first-class service and want your return to social work to be well supported, we would love to hear from you! Please note: You will be required to travel as part of your role so it is essential you have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle before you start. If you hold a provisional licence but have not yet passed your test you are welcome to apply and will be interviewed if shortlisted. If successful at interview you will be offered a conditional place with a delayed start date to allow you to pass your driving test. We can delay your start date for a maximum of up to six months. If you do not pass your test within six months of your interview date, your conditional offer will be withdrawn. Here are some of the benefits of working at Norfolk County Council: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube For an informal discussion about returning to Social Work please email Ruth Pilch (Team Manager- Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence) . Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria.
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Feb 01, 2024
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