We have opportunities for Social Workers to join our new Adolescent Service based across Surrey. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £45,929 - £48,735 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. The areas covered by each team are as follows: North: Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Runnymede West: Waverley, Guildford, Woking and Surrey Heath East: Reigate and Banstead, Mole Valley, Epsom and Ewell and Tandridge Rewards and Benefits: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service in Surrey. The service brings together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. Shortlisting Criteria We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are experienced at working with young people and have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, you application will clearly evidence the following: Social workers that have completed their ASYE and are Social Work England registered Able to demonstrate skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience in or willingness to learn about working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents especially in Surrey Capable of working with professionalism and empathy, able to write good quality assessments, implementing contextual plans, delivering interventions and undertaking court work if required Social workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 21st July 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Jul 19, 2025
Full time
We have opportunities for Social Workers to join our new Adolescent Service based across Surrey. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £45,929 - £48,735 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. The areas covered by each team are as follows: North: Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Runnymede West: Waverley, Guildford, Woking and Surrey Heath East: Reigate and Banstead, Mole Valley, Epsom and Ewell and Tandridge Rewards and Benefits: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service in Surrey. The service brings together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. Shortlisting Criteria We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are experienced at working with young people and have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, you application will clearly evidence the following: Social workers that have completed their ASYE and are Social Work England registered Able to demonstrate skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience in or willingness to learn about working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents especially in Surrey Capable of working with professionalism and empathy, able to write good quality assessments, implementing contextual plans, delivering interventions and undertaking court work if required Social workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 21st July 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Youth Offending Officer - Lambeth - London iPeople SC Solutions is currently recruiting Youth Offending Officers for our client based in Lambeth and surrounding areas. The successful post holder will manage a case load of youth justice cases, working innovatively with young people from diverse backgrounds and engaging them and their families and other professionals in order to assess, develop and deliver intervention and activities that support their personal and social skills and participation in society. YOS Officers will be directly contributing to youth offending service outcomes by creatively engaging young people who are subject to youth justice orders and who are at risk of anti-social behaviour, crime, becoming NEET and substance misuse. Duties & Responsibilities: To effectively engage with young people from diverse backgrounds at all stages of case management including during assessment, review and delivery of interventions/programmes. To gather information, analyse and assess to manage risk, re-offending and safety/wellbeing accurately using appropriate screening and assessment tools; taking necessary measures to ensure welfare needs are dealt with effectively and public protection considerations are appropriately managed. To create, in conjunction with young people and families, bespoke intervention plans to address all areas of need and to regularly review the plans to ensure their suitability and effectiveness. To work within a multi-disciplinary team, to be responsible for all aspects of case management of youth justice cases, including dealing with non-compliance issues swiftly and effectively in line with local and national standards and inspection framework To prepare for and attend professional meetings such as strategy meetings and child protection conferences, presenting information in a clear and concise manner. To write reports to a high standard and within tight timeframes for Youth Magistrates and Crown Courts and to confidently present these reports to the Court in person as required. To undertake regular Court duty, providing advice and support to young people, their families and the judiciary. Undertaking assessments at Court will also be part of the role when working in court. To undertake bail assessments and produce bail support packages for court. To convene and chair multi-agency meetings. Working collaboratively with young people and a wide range of agencies. This role requires flexibility in order to meet fixed deadlines and competing priorities. The role will require regular attendance at secure estates, Police stations and community facilities. To attend all team meetings, case manager/practitioner meetings and other meetings internal and external which are relevant to the role, e.g.: Risk Management Panel and MAPP Home visiting is a regular requirement of work with families, at times outside 9-5 hours to avoid interfering with school and work commitments of families. On occasions work in the evening or at weekends. Requirements: Proven experience of case management within youth justice system and working with young people at risk of offending A detailed working knowledge of the legislation that underpins the Youth Justice System. Experience of working with children, adolescents and their families within a diverse community. Proficiency in IT skills including MS Office. Enhanced DBS Check Working hours : 09.00 - 17.00, Monday - Friday If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience, please apply with your CV. Apply for this position Full Name Email Phone Upload CV/Resume Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Register with us and one of our experienced iPeople recruits will let you know when the perfect job becomes available. Do you know someone you think would be perfect for one of our job vacancies? Subscribe to get notifications when new job openings are published By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. Family Support Worker - Wood Green - London iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting a Family Support Workerto work for our client based in Wood Green and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aSupported Pathway Officer to work for our client based in Southwark and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. Family Support Worker - Wood Green - London iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting a Family Support Workerto work for our client based in Wood Green and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aSupported Pathway Officer to work for our client based in Southwark and surrounding areas.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Youth Offending Officer - Lambeth - London iPeople SC Solutions is currently recruiting Youth Offending Officers for our client based in Lambeth and surrounding areas. The successful post holder will manage a case load of youth justice cases, working innovatively with young people from diverse backgrounds and engaging them and their families and other professionals in order to assess, develop and deliver intervention and activities that support their personal and social skills and participation in society. YOS Officers will be directly contributing to youth offending service outcomes by creatively engaging young people who are subject to youth justice orders and who are at risk of anti-social behaviour, crime, becoming NEET and substance misuse. Duties & Responsibilities: To effectively engage with young people from diverse backgrounds at all stages of case management including during assessment, review and delivery of interventions/programmes. To gather information, analyse and assess to manage risk, re-offending and safety/wellbeing accurately using appropriate screening and assessment tools; taking necessary measures to ensure welfare needs are dealt with effectively and public protection considerations are appropriately managed. To create, in conjunction with young people and families, bespoke intervention plans to address all areas of need and to regularly review the plans to ensure their suitability and effectiveness. To work within a multi-disciplinary team, to be responsible for all aspects of case management of youth justice cases, including dealing with non-compliance issues swiftly and effectively in line with local and national standards and inspection framework To prepare for and attend professional meetings such as strategy meetings and child protection conferences, presenting information in a clear and concise manner. To write reports to a high standard and within tight timeframes for Youth Magistrates and Crown Courts and to confidently present these reports to the Court in person as required. To undertake regular Court duty, providing advice and support to young people, their families and the judiciary. Undertaking assessments at Court will also be part of the role when working in court. To undertake bail assessments and produce bail support packages for court. To convene and chair multi-agency meetings. Working collaboratively with young people and a wide range of agencies. This role requires flexibility in order to meet fixed deadlines and competing priorities. The role will require regular attendance at secure estates, Police stations and community facilities. To attend all team meetings, case manager/practitioner meetings and other meetings internal and external which are relevant to the role, e.g.: Risk Management Panel and MAPP Home visiting is a regular requirement of work with families, at times outside 9-5 hours to avoid interfering with school and work commitments of families. On occasions work in the evening or at weekends. Requirements: Proven experience of case management within youth justice system and working with young people at risk of offending A detailed working knowledge of the legislation that underpins the Youth Justice System. Experience of working with children, adolescents and their families within a diverse community. Proficiency in IT skills including MS Office. Enhanced DBS Check Working hours : 09.00 - 17.00, Monday - Friday If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience, please apply with your CV. Apply for this position Full Name Email Phone Upload CV/Resume Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Register with us and one of our experienced iPeople recruits will let you know when the perfect job becomes available. Do you know someone you think would be perfect for one of our job vacancies? Subscribe to get notifications when new job openings are published By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. Family Support Worker - Wood Green - London iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting a Family Support Workerto work for our client based in Wood Green and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aSupported Pathway Officer to work for our client based in Southwark and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aFamily Support Practitionerto work for our client inLondonand thesurrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruitingChild Protection Social Workersto work for our client based inEnfield, Greater London. Children's Social Worker - Referral and Assessment - Richmond iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting forChildren's Social Worker - Referral and Assessmentto work for our client based inRichmondand surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aHousing Administrative Officerto work for our client based inNorthwest Londonand join their busy team. The role will be temp to perm. Family Support Worker - Wood Green - London iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting a Family Support Workerto work for our client based in Wood Green and surrounding areas. iPeople SC Solutions is recruiting aSupported Pathway Officer to work for our client based in Southwark and surrounding areas.
DAYTIME HEALTHCARE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Barnet, London
Daytime Healthcare are assisting a Semi Independent Youth Home to find a Home Manager to join the team in Barnet. This supported housing group provides accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence). You and your team will be working to deliver meaningful programs of activity for young people, promoting consequential thinking and diversions from offending by supporting positive outcomes, particularly education, training and employment in addition to life and independent living skills within a trauma informed environment. About the Role: We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and outgoing individual who can deal effectively with challenging situations and behaviour, motivate young people to manage risk and support a team of professional staff. To safeguard young people through sound management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services and compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To work closely with the local authorities to reduce young people s offending behaviour and support them to complete their court orders. Applicants should have: Hold a relevant qualification in Social Work, Probation, Youth justice, Children s Residential Care or Youth Work. At least three years experience of providing leaving care, housing support or residential care to Children and young people. At least one year s experience of effectively managing a supported accommodation or residential service for children and young people. Working pattern: Monday - Friday work (some evening and weekends shift work + on call duties) Working hours: 40 hours per week Apply today!
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Daytime Healthcare are assisting a Semi Independent Youth Home to find a Home Manager to join the team in Barnet. This supported housing group provides accommodation and outcomes for young people aged between 16 and 17 in contact with the youth justice system at risk of custody (remand or sentence). You and your team will be working to deliver meaningful programs of activity for young people, promoting consequential thinking and diversions from offending by supporting positive outcomes, particularly education, training and employment in addition to life and independent living skills within a trauma informed environment. About the Role: We are looking for a resourceful, energetic and outgoing individual who can deal effectively with challenging situations and behaviour, motivate young people to manage risk and support a team of professional staff. To safeguard young people through sound management strategies, collaborative working with external agencies and emergency services and compliance with local authority safeguarding procedures. To work closely with the local authorities to reduce young people s offending behaviour and support them to complete their court orders. Applicants should have: Hold a relevant qualification in Social Work, Probation, Youth justice, Children s Residential Care or Youth Work. At least three years experience of providing leaving care, housing support or residential care to Children and young people. At least one year s experience of effectively managing a supported accommodation or residential service for children and young people. Working pattern: Monday - Friday work (some evening and weekends shift work + on call duties) Working hours: 40 hours per week Apply today!
Operational Manager - Youth Justice Service - Croydon Council Salary: Grade 16 (£58,692 - £60,819) Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose The Operational Manager is responsible for the development band and management of a multi-agency team to deliver youth justice services, to meet the key objectives of the Youth Justice Plan and statutory requirements of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998. The service area covers the Council's statutory responsibilities for children who offend. The successful candidate will lead on: Court, Probation (transitions) and Custody, manage day-to-day operational activity of the team to prevent and reduce re-offending, improving outcomes for children involved in the criminal justice system, whilst ensuring victims are given the opportunity to have a say. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all referrals received are allocated and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner, prioritising cases according to urgency and need. You will lead, manage and motivate staff providing reflective supervisions, professional support and guidance. About You We are looking for an experienced and appropriately qualified professional that is able to demonstrate their knowledge and experience of working in youth justice service or with young people. This role would also suit a social work qualified professional or a confirmed police officer. You will need to have a knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. The successful candidate will have a knowledge of the causes of crime, effective methods of reducing offending behaviour, restorative approaches and code of practice for victims of crime. The appointed candidate will be able to demonstrate: Ability to lead and manage in an operational area dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Relevant management experience gained within a social care/criminal justice/ community safety field. Ability to organise and implement effective working practices, in a multi-disciplinary team. Substantial practitioner experience in the Youth Justice System and experience of supervising staff/students/trainees, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Assessment skills for safety to others and safeguarding work. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Full time 36 Hours To view the Operational Manager role profile please click here Closing date: 8 August Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Statement Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Operational Manager - Youth Justice Service - Croydon Council Salary: Grade 16 (£58,692 - £60,819) Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose The Operational Manager is responsible for the development band and management of a multi-agency team to deliver youth justice services, to meet the key objectives of the Youth Justice Plan and statutory requirements of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998. The service area covers the Council's statutory responsibilities for children who offend. The successful candidate will lead on: Court, Probation (transitions) and Custody, manage day-to-day operational activity of the team to prevent and reduce re-offending, improving outcomes for children involved in the criminal justice system, whilst ensuring victims are given the opportunity to have a say. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all referrals received are allocated and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner, prioritising cases according to urgency and need. You will lead, manage and motivate staff providing reflective supervisions, professional support and guidance. About You We are looking for an experienced and appropriately qualified professional that is able to demonstrate their knowledge and experience of working in youth justice service or with young people. This role would also suit a social work qualified professional or a confirmed police officer. You will need to have a knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. The successful candidate will have a knowledge of the causes of crime, effective methods of reducing offending behaviour, restorative approaches and code of practice for victims of crime. The appointed candidate will be able to demonstrate: Ability to lead and manage in an operational area dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Relevant management experience gained within a social care/criminal justice/ community safety field. Ability to organise and implement effective working practices, in a multi-disciplinary team. Substantial practitioner experience in the Youth Justice System and experience of supervising staff/students/trainees, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Assessment skills for safety to others and safeguarding work. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Full time 36 Hours To view the Operational Manager role profile please click here Closing date: 8 August Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Statement Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check
Restorative Justice for All International Institute CIC 30 Plough Way The RJ4All Rotherhithe Community Centre London Greater London SE16 2LJ United Kingdom This is RJ4All's second most senior position, with responsibility for leading UK-based operations and working closely with (a) the Director, (b) the RJ4All Europe Manager, and (c) the RJ4All Publications Secretariat. The post holder will: 1) Lead UK Operations - Manage the delivery, monitoring, and strategic development of RJ4All's UK services, including oversight of the Rotherhithe Community Centre, youth and sports programmes, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. 2) Deputise for the Director - Act on behalf of the Director during periods of absence, engaging in organisation-wide matters such as finance, HR, legal compliance, quality assurance, and strategic planning. 3) Drive Fundraising and Innovation - Generate income, develop new UK-based project ideas, and contribute to RJ4All's fundraising, communications, and marketing efforts. The role demands strong leadership, initiative, and a deep ethical commitment to RJ4All's mission, alongside excellent communication and decision-making abilities. Location Rotherhithe Community Centre, 30 Plough Way, SE16 2LJ, London Work schedules Full-time, 5 days a week in-person/hybrid Salary range £39,378-£62,457 (based on experience) Contract 2-year fixed contract, with potential to become permanent after 2 years dependent on funding Deadline for application End of July, 2025 Organisation Restorative Justice for All (RJ4All) is a charitable, user-led international institute with expertise in preventing and addressing harm at the individual, community and inter-state levels. We are one of the world's leading experts in transferring complex criminological and social justice concepts into practice through real-life pilots and community projects. The RJ4All Rotherhithe Community Centre is Southeast London's hub of community empowerment and cohesion. Through the Centre, we aim to implement our Founder's vision of making SE16 London's first restorative post-code. At RJ4All, we believe that to achieve community cohesion and reduce anti-social behaviour, we must first adopt a holistic approach that addresses the reasons that lead to divisions. Key Tasks Lead on the management of RJ4All's UK Operations especially those run from the Rotherhithe Community Centre, ensuring its facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health and security standards. Line manage the Community Project Coordinators and Officers, the Fitness team, administrators, finance support staff, interns and volunteers. Lead on drafting applications for funding from government, trusts and foundations, donors and sponsors for UK programmes and services. Lead on managing and delivering of all services running out of the Community Centre including the RJ4All Sports branch, Community Gym, Youth Services, Foodbank, and Community Library Lead on creating and monitoring the UK Operations' Theory of Change on an annual basis, and review it against available data and individual projects' Theory of Change. Support and deputise for the Director on UK operational matters, advising on strategy, HR, and project delivery Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or related Minimum of 3-5 years' experience working in a relevant field such as equalities or crime prevention Experience in non-profit, CIC, or small business environment Experience in managing paid and volunteering personnel Demonstrated experience in fundraising Experience in writing and monitoring budgets Strong written and verbal communication, including the ability to contribute to decision-making and planning Willingness to learn and develop as a leader, inspire others and self, motivate and set own priorities Master's Degree in Social Sciences or related Certified trainings in restorative justice and other relevant areas Knowledge of the HMRC and UK tax regulations and best practices How to apply for the job Our approach For senior posts, we have a 3-stage application process. We want to ensure that the post we offer is the right fit for you, while building a relationship that will allow us to make a good judgement on your qualifications, knowledge, experience and values. - Stage 2: You will be informed by 4th August of the outcome of your application, and if shortlisted you will be invited to a panel online interview that will be held on 6th August - Stage 3: Following your interview, you will be informed by 5th August, and if shortlisted you will be invited to visit the RJ4All Centre for team discussion and to see our work in action. Finally, you will be asked to attend an online interview with the Chair of the Board and RJ4All's Founder and Director. We aim to appoints as soon as possible and thus a job offer will follow shortly after your visit, if successful.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Restorative Justice for All International Institute CIC 30 Plough Way The RJ4All Rotherhithe Community Centre London Greater London SE16 2LJ United Kingdom This is RJ4All's second most senior position, with responsibility for leading UK-based operations and working closely with (a) the Director, (b) the RJ4All Europe Manager, and (c) the RJ4All Publications Secretariat. The post holder will: 1) Lead UK Operations - Manage the delivery, monitoring, and strategic development of RJ4All's UK services, including oversight of the Rotherhithe Community Centre, youth and sports programmes, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. 2) Deputise for the Director - Act on behalf of the Director during periods of absence, engaging in organisation-wide matters such as finance, HR, legal compliance, quality assurance, and strategic planning. 3) Drive Fundraising and Innovation - Generate income, develop new UK-based project ideas, and contribute to RJ4All's fundraising, communications, and marketing efforts. The role demands strong leadership, initiative, and a deep ethical commitment to RJ4All's mission, alongside excellent communication and decision-making abilities. Location Rotherhithe Community Centre, 30 Plough Way, SE16 2LJ, London Work schedules Full-time, 5 days a week in-person/hybrid Salary range £39,378-£62,457 (based on experience) Contract 2-year fixed contract, with potential to become permanent after 2 years dependent on funding Deadline for application End of July, 2025 Organisation Restorative Justice for All (RJ4All) is a charitable, user-led international institute with expertise in preventing and addressing harm at the individual, community and inter-state levels. We are one of the world's leading experts in transferring complex criminological and social justice concepts into practice through real-life pilots and community projects. The RJ4All Rotherhithe Community Centre is Southeast London's hub of community empowerment and cohesion. Through the Centre, we aim to implement our Founder's vision of making SE16 London's first restorative post-code. At RJ4All, we believe that to achieve community cohesion and reduce anti-social behaviour, we must first adopt a holistic approach that addresses the reasons that lead to divisions. Key Tasks Lead on the management of RJ4All's UK Operations especially those run from the Rotherhithe Community Centre, ensuring its facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health and security standards. Line manage the Community Project Coordinators and Officers, the Fitness team, administrators, finance support staff, interns and volunteers. Lead on drafting applications for funding from government, trusts and foundations, donors and sponsors for UK programmes and services. Lead on managing and delivering of all services running out of the Community Centre including the RJ4All Sports branch, Community Gym, Youth Services, Foodbank, and Community Library Lead on creating and monitoring the UK Operations' Theory of Change on an annual basis, and review it against available data and individual projects' Theory of Change. Support and deputise for the Director on UK operational matters, advising on strategy, HR, and project delivery Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences or related Minimum of 3-5 years' experience working in a relevant field such as equalities or crime prevention Experience in non-profit, CIC, or small business environment Experience in managing paid and volunteering personnel Demonstrated experience in fundraising Experience in writing and monitoring budgets Strong written and verbal communication, including the ability to contribute to decision-making and planning Willingness to learn and develop as a leader, inspire others and self, motivate and set own priorities Master's Degree in Social Sciences or related Certified trainings in restorative justice and other relevant areas Knowledge of the HMRC and UK tax regulations and best practices How to apply for the job Our approach For senior posts, we have a 3-stage application process. We want to ensure that the post we offer is the right fit for you, while building a relationship that will allow us to make a good judgement on your qualifications, knowledge, experience and values. - Stage 2: You will be informed by 4th August of the outcome of your application, and if shortlisted you will be invited to a panel online interview that will be held on 6th August - Stage 3: Following your interview, you will be informed by 5th August, and if shortlisted you will be invited to visit the RJ4All Centre for team discussion and to see our work in action. Finally, you will be asked to attend an online interview with the Chair of the Board and RJ4All's Founder and Director. We aim to appoints as soon as possible and thus a job offer will follow shortly after your visit, if successful.
Operational Manager - Youth Justice Service - Croydon Council Salary: Grade 16 (£58,692 - £60,819) Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose The Operational Manager is responsible for the development band and management of a multi-agency team to deliver youth justice services, to meet the key objectives of the Youth Justice Plan and statutory requirements of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998. The service area covers the Council's statutory responsibilities for children who offend. The successful candidate will lead on: Court, Probation (transitions) and Custody, manage day-to-day operational activity of the team to prevent and reduce re-offending, improving outcomes for children involved in the criminal justice system, whilst ensuring victims are given the opportunity to have a say. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all referrals received are allocated and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner, prioritising cases according to urgency and need. You will lead, manage and motivate staff providing reflective supervisions, professional support and guidance. About You We are looking for an experienced and appropriately qualified professional that is able to demonstrate their knowledge and experience of working in youth justice service or with young people. This role would also suit a social work qualified professional or a confirmed police officer. You will need to have a knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. The successful candidate will have a knowledge of the causes of crime, effective methods of reducing offending behaviour, restorative approaches and code of practice for victims of crime. The appointed candidate will be able to demonstrate: Ability to lead and manage in an operational area dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Relevant management experience gained within a social care/criminal justice/ community safety field. Ability to organise and implement effective working practices, in a multi-disciplinary team. Substantial practitioner experience in the Youth Justice System and experience of supervising staff/students/trainees, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Assessment skills for safety to others and safeguarding work. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Full time 36 Hours To view the Operational Manager role profile please click here Closing date: 8 August Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Statement Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check
Jul 11, 2025
Full time
Operational Manager - Youth Justice Service - Croydon Council Salary: Grade 16 (£58,692 - £60,819) Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose The Operational Manager is responsible for the development band and management of a multi-agency team to deliver youth justice services, to meet the key objectives of the Youth Justice Plan and statutory requirements of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998. The service area covers the Council's statutory responsibilities for children who offend. The successful candidate will lead on: Court, Probation (transitions) and Custody, manage day-to-day operational activity of the team to prevent and reduce re-offending, improving outcomes for children involved in the criminal justice system, whilst ensuring victims are given the opportunity to have a say. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all referrals received are allocated and responded to in a timely and appropriate manner, prioritising cases according to urgency and need. You will lead, manage and motivate staff providing reflective supervisions, professional support and guidance. About You We are looking for an experienced and appropriately qualified professional that is able to demonstrate their knowledge and experience of working in youth justice service or with young people. This role would also suit a social work qualified professional or a confirmed police officer. You will need to have a knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. The successful candidate will have a knowledge of the causes of crime, effective methods of reducing offending behaviour, restorative approaches and code of practice for victims of crime. The appointed candidate will be able to demonstrate: Ability to lead and manage in an operational area dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Relevant management experience gained within a social care/criminal justice/ community safety field. Ability to organise and implement effective working practices, in a multi-disciplinary team. Substantial practitioner experience in the Youth Justice System and experience of supervising staff/students/trainees, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Assessment skills for safety to others and safeguarding work. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Full time 36 Hours To view the Operational Manager role profile please click here Closing date: 8 August Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Statement Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check
The Youth Endowment Fund Programme Manager Reports to: Programme and Impact Lead Salary: £44,200 Contract: 18-month fixed term (Full-Time) Location: Central London, Hybrid Closes: Monday 14 th July 2025 at 12pm About the Youth Endowment Fund We're here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. Last year , 244 people in England and Wales tragically died after being assaulted with a knife. Of these, 32 were children. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. Even when violence doesn't strike directly, we know that the fear of violence has a terrible effect on children's lives. The Youth Endowment Fund exists to try and permanently change things. To succeed, we must build an exceptional body of knowledge about violence affecting young people and how we reduce it. This knowledge has to be both rigorous and highly relevant to those making decisions about how to support vulnerable young people. We need to find out what works and what doesn't through evidence synthesis, data analysis and qualitative research into children's lives. We need to convert this into highly accessible content on what works, how delivery organisations need to change their practice and how the systems they operate in need to be reformed. We then need to work with the right people that can make change happen, across systems, policies and practice, to have a real impact on reducing violence affecting children's lives. Key Responsibilities Deciding which projects, we should fund and evaluate is key, as is making sure we deliver our funding and evaluations to the highest standards. Our Programme Managers are responsible for identifying, assessing, funding and supporting programmes designed to prevent youth violence. Programme Managers at YEF come from all walks of life. We look for individuals who may have experience in the youth sector, children's social care, policing, criminal justice, education or how to involve local residents in making decisions about their own neighbourhoods. As a Programme Manager at YEF, you will work very closely with our evaluation team to make sure we learn from what's being implemented and that the organisations we fund are prepared and excited to work with us to find what works. To achieve this, you will: Make sure we choose the best organisations to work with by assessing funding applications, critically appraising delivery plans and budgets, getting to know potential grantees and conducting site visits. These assessments will help you form recommendations to our senior leadership team about which opportunities to pursue. Work closely with grantees, external evaluators and our own evaluation team to ensure that the activity we are funding will be evaluable. This requires you to support and advise grantees on how to work in the context of an evaluation - usually, a randomised trial (you don't have to have experience working on a randomised trial in the past, but it helps!). Build strong relationships with our grantees and provide them with ongoing management and support through the life of their funding. You will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of grantees and ensuring targets are met and any project risks are effectively mitigated. Think carefully about how we find the best projects to fund and evaluate, ensuring we can best find what works to keep children safe. To do this you might need to work with colleagues to spot where there has previously been a lack of evidence about what works (we will help you with this!). You would project manage these projects so they are excellently delivered - on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You will help to determine what our commissioning processes aim to achieve and design grant application processes to achieve it. You'll manage our engagement with potential grantees to make sure we are attracting a diverse and promising portfolio of organisations to apply. Report to our team and external stakeholders regularly on how well the projects we are funding are going, spotting where grantees need support and coming up with how we can best provide that support. Represent the Youth Endowment Fund at external events, including reporting and presenting to our Grants and Evaluation Committee, who approve all our funding decisions. About You You are this sort of person: You don't want your days to pass without making a difference. You want to play a significant part in a charity that is making a difference. You want to work in a job that makes young people safer. This issue matters to you. You don't need extensive experience in grant making, you just have to be committed to learning it. You should be keen to learn about the sectors we work with, the challenges facing young people and what organisations face when implementing programmes. You have experience in one or more of the following areas: policing, education, criminal justice, social care or the youth sector. You have a strong understanding of challenges that organisations face in delivering projects. You must also be a really good project manager, great at managing and developing people and external stakeholders, energised by tackling complex problems and really care about the YEF's mission to build evidence of what works. You have incredible judgement. You are able to reach sound and considered judgements about the viability and suitability of applicants based upon our given criteria, often using detailed written and financial information, and are able to deliver constructive feedback to organisations. You can also identify when things aren't going to plan and be proactive with sharing observations and recommendations. You are an optimiser. You look for solutions and think creatively to overcome challenges. You are curious, hungry to learn and always looking for ways to improve processes and increase efficiency and impact. You love well-designed systems. You are committed to designing and maintaining the best systems to make sure we manage our commissioning processes well. You know this is critical to effectively managing multiple, large-scale funding programmes and competing priorities. You are an excellent communicator. You have the ability to convey information clearly and effectively-both in writing and verbally. You understand the importance of strong communication in fast-paced decision-making and thrive in a busy, collaborative team environment. You win people over. People tend to warm to you and respect you. You have built good relationships with people at every level inside and outside the organisation and have managed large networks of stakeholders with different interests and priorities. You are excellent at customer service and can professionally handle issues that come up within your grant portfolio. You work very well in a team. You are not motivated by being the individual winner. You want the team as a whole to succeed. You don't care who gets the credit as long as things get done. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. While it's not a criteria, we are especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. We're also keen to hear from applicants with a strong understanding of evaluation methodologies-particularly Randomised Control Trials (RCTs)-and experience either directly supporting or overseeing programme delivery within an evaluation context. It's important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the organisation may employ positive action where candidates from underrepresented groups can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well. This position will require a DBS check to be performed, but a record is not a block to performing this role. Hybrid Working Details The office is based in Central London, but you don't have to be. Those living in and around London are expected to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you'll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To Apply To apply, please send a CV, and a cover letter answering the specific questions below, please also complete the monitoring form by clicking the " Apply for this " button by 12pm, Monday 14 th July 2025. If you have specific expertise in any of our sectors , we want to hear about it in your cover letter. Applicants must answer the following questions as part of their application to be considered. 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Jul 11, 2025
Full time
The Youth Endowment Fund Programme Manager Reports to: Programme and Impact Lead Salary: £44,200 Contract: 18-month fixed term (Full-Time) Location: Central London, Hybrid Closes: Monday 14 th July 2025 at 12pm About the Youth Endowment Fund We're here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. Last year , 244 people in England and Wales tragically died after being assaulted with a knife. Of these, 32 were children. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. Even when violence doesn't strike directly, we know that the fear of violence has a terrible effect on children's lives. The Youth Endowment Fund exists to try and permanently change things. To succeed, we must build an exceptional body of knowledge about violence affecting young people and how we reduce it. This knowledge has to be both rigorous and highly relevant to those making decisions about how to support vulnerable young people. We need to find out what works and what doesn't through evidence synthesis, data analysis and qualitative research into children's lives. We need to convert this into highly accessible content on what works, how delivery organisations need to change their practice and how the systems they operate in need to be reformed. We then need to work with the right people that can make change happen, across systems, policies and practice, to have a real impact on reducing violence affecting children's lives. Key Responsibilities Deciding which projects, we should fund and evaluate is key, as is making sure we deliver our funding and evaluations to the highest standards. Our Programme Managers are responsible for identifying, assessing, funding and supporting programmes designed to prevent youth violence. Programme Managers at YEF come from all walks of life. We look for individuals who may have experience in the youth sector, children's social care, policing, criminal justice, education or how to involve local residents in making decisions about their own neighbourhoods. As a Programme Manager at YEF, you will work very closely with our evaluation team to make sure we learn from what's being implemented and that the organisations we fund are prepared and excited to work with us to find what works. To achieve this, you will: Make sure we choose the best organisations to work with by assessing funding applications, critically appraising delivery plans and budgets, getting to know potential grantees and conducting site visits. These assessments will help you form recommendations to our senior leadership team about which opportunities to pursue. Work closely with grantees, external evaluators and our own evaluation team to ensure that the activity we are funding will be evaluable. This requires you to support and advise grantees on how to work in the context of an evaluation - usually, a randomised trial (you don't have to have experience working on a randomised trial in the past, but it helps!). Build strong relationships with our grantees and provide them with ongoing management and support through the life of their funding. You will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of grantees and ensuring targets are met and any project risks are effectively mitigated. Think carefully about how we find the best projects to fund and evaluate, ensuring we can best find what works to keep children safe. To do this you might need to work with colleagues to spot where there has previously been a lack of evidence about what works (we will help you with this!). You would project manage these projects so they are excellently delivered - on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You will help to determine what our commissioning processes aim to achieve and design grant application processes to achieve it. You'll manage our engagement with potential grantees to make sure we are attracting a diverse and promising portfolio of organisations to apply. Report to our team and external stakeholders regularly on how well the projects we are funding are going, spotting where grantees need support and coming up with how we can best provide that support. Represent the Youth Endowment Fund at external events, including reporting and presenting to our Grants and Evaluation Committee, who approve all our funding decisions. About You You are this sort of person: You don't want your days to pass without making a difference. You want to play a significant part in a charity that is making a difference. You want to work in a job that makes young people safer. This issue matters to you. You don't need extensive experience in grant making, you just have to be committed to learning it. You should be keen to learn about the sectors we work with, the challenges facing young people and what organisations face when implementing programmes. You have experience in one or more of the following areas: policing, education, criminal justice, social care or the youth sector. You have a strong understanding of challenges that organisations face in delivering projects. You must also be a really good project manager, great at managing and developing people and external stakeholders, energised by tackling complex problems and really care about the YEF's mission to build evidence of what works. You have incredible judgement. You are able to reach sound and considered judgements about the viability and suitability of applicants based upon our given criteria, often using detailed written and financial information, and are able to deliver constructive feedback to organisations. You can also identify when things aren't going to plan and be proactive with sharing observations and recommendations. You are an optimiser. You look for solutions and think creatively to overcome challenges. You are curious, hungry to learn and always looking for ways to improve processes and increase efficiency and impact. You love well-designed systems. You are committed to designing and maintaining the best systems to make sure we manage our commissioning processes well. You know this is critical to effectively managing multiple, large-scale funding programmes and competing priorities. You are an excellent communicator. You have the ability to convey information clearly and effectively-both in writing and verbally. You understand the importance of strong communication in fast-paced decision-making and thrive in a busy, collaborative team environment. You win people over. People tend to warm to you and respect you. You have built good relationships with people at every level inside and outside the organisation and have managed large networks of stakeholders with different interests and priorities. You are excellent at customer service and can professionally handle issues that come up within your grant portfolio. You work very well in a team. You are not motivated by being the individual winner. You want the team as a whole to succeed. You don't care who gets the credit as long as things get done. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. While it's not a criteria, we are especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. We're also keen to hear from applicants with a strong understanding of evaluation methodologies-particularly Randomised Control Trials (RCTs)-and experience either directly supporting or overseeing programme delivery within an evaluation context. It's important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the organisation may employ positive action where candidates from underrepresented groups can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well. This position will require a DBS check to be performed, but a record is not a block to performing this role. Hybrid Working Details The office is based in Central London, but you don't have to be. Those living in and around London are expected to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you'll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To Apply To apply, please send a CV, and a cover letter answering the specific questions below, please also complete the monitoring form by clicking the " Apply for this " button by 12pm, Monday 14 th July 2025. If you have specific expertise in any of our sectors , we want to hear about it in your cover letter. Applicants must answer the following questions as part of their application to be considered. 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Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Brent Rate: £20 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 35 hours per week (6-week rota basis, including evening and weekend, no night shifts. Shifts are 8am 2pm or 1pm 8pm. No more than 2 weekends per month Our client is commissioning a trauma-informed, multi-disciplinary residential support service for young people at risk of serious youth violence who are already caught up in the criminal justice system and at high risk of remaining part of the system. They are looking for a Senior Caseworker to join their team. Synopsis of Duties To lead by example; be the day-to-day expert within the team, be a positive role model to the team of caseworkers, and escalate concerns to the Team Leader or Service Manager To ensure, on a day-to-day basis, all monitoring information and evidence is being recorded and collated in line with agreed processes and procedures Working with young people at risk of youth violence in residential settings. To contribute to the services out-of-hours rota as required To provide support, advice, and advocacy for young people and their families regarding accommodation. To support young people using a strength-based approach. Working through person-centred support plans designed to promote choice and control for young people To advocate on behalf of young people and their families, promoting their thoughts and feelings. To promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and to include appropriate agencies in the delivery of the service To develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies, including community-based services such as police, YOT, Probation, children s services, local authorities, and other voluntary sector organisation,s ensuring appropriate information is shared, supported referrals are made, and avoiding duplication of support To deliver a holistic support service working solo or with colleagues as the situation dictates; providing a practical service that will include social support, housing support, accompanying to appointments, ETE options, benefits work, debt advice, assistance obtaining furniture, liaising with utilities, appearing in court, DIY work, and cleaning To promote the value of lifestyle changes to the young people being supported To operate within clear professional boundaries while seeking to implement and uphold the expectations, policies, and procedures, and remain compliant with the data protection, safeguarding, risk management, lone working, and diversity & inclusion. To invest in your personal development by attending core and additional training to keep abreast of issues facing children and young people, such as trauma-informed training, Child Criminal (and sexual) exploitation, and contextual safeguarding To carry out any other similar duties as required and be flexible to the changing needs of this new, fast-paced service Essential Requirements: Experience in supporting young people who have multiple and complex needs within a supported accommodation setting. Proven experience of engaging positively with vulnerable young people or other vulnerable groups with understanding and knowledge of relevant policies and legislation Experience of using support plans to enable young people to successfully access and sustain accommodation and support services Experience of providing support, advice, and advocacy, and communicating effectively, the needs of young people to other professionals Experience in working as part of a multiagency team, working together to achieve positive outcomes for young people, and establishing links to further the aims of a project Substantial experience in assessing risk and implementing safety procedures when thinking about young people involved in or at risk of violence or exploitation DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Jul 10, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Brent Rate: £20 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 35 hours per week (6-week rota basis, including evening and weekend, no night shifts. Shifts are 8am 2pm or 1pm 8pm. No more than 2 weekends per month Our client is commissioning a trauma-informed, multi-disciplinary residential support service for young people at risk of serious youth violence who are already caught up in the criminal justice system and at high risk of remaining part of the system. They are looking for a Senior Caseworker to join their team. Synopsis of Duties To lead by example; be the day-to-day expert within the team, be a positive role model to the team of caseworkers, and escalate concerns to the Team Leader or Service Manager To ensure, on a day-to-day basis, all monitoring information and evidence is being recorded and collated in line with agreed processes and procedures Working with young people at risk of youth violence in residential settings. To contribute to the services out-of-hours rota as required To provide support, advice, and advocacy for young people and their families regarding accommodation. To support young people using a strength-based approach. Working through person-centred support plans designed to promote choice and control for young people To advocate on behalf of young people and their families, promoting their thoughts and feelings. To promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and to include appropriate agencies in the delivery of the service To develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies, including community-based services such as police, YOT, Probation, children s services, local authorities, and other voluntary sector organisation,s ensuring appropriate information is shared, supported referrals are made, and avoiding duplication of support To deliver a holistic support service working solo or with colleagues as the situation dictates; providing a practical service that will include social support, housing support, accompanying to appointments, ETE options, benefits work, debt advice, assistance obtaining furniture, liaising with utilities, appearing in court, DIY work, and cleaning To promote the value of lifestyle changes to the young people being supported To operate within clear professional boundaries while seeking to implement and uphold the expectations, policies, and procedures, and remain compliant with the data protection, safeguarding, risk management, lone working, and diversity & inclusion. To invest in your personal development by attending core and additional training to keep abreast of issues facing children and young people, such as trauma-informed training, Child Criminal (and sexual) exploitation, and contextual safeguarding To carry out any other similar duties as required and be flexible to the changing needs of this new, fast-paced service Essential Requirements: Experience in supporting young people who have multiple and complex needs within a supported accommodation setting. Proven experience of engaging positively with vulnerable young people or other vulnerable groups with understanding and knowledge of relevant policies and legislation Experience of using support plans to enable young people to successfully access and sustain accommodation and support services Experience of providing support, advice, and advocacy, and communicating effectively, the needs of young people to other professionals Experience in working as part of a multiagency team, working together to achieve positive outcomes for young people, and establishing links to further the aims of a project Substantial experience in assessing risk and implementing safety procedures when thinking about young people involved in or at risk of violence or exploitation DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Practice Manager - Youth Justice Service Salary: Grade 14 £50,031 - £52,116 Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose To establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure that professional standards are met in respect of safeguarding and management of risk, with the support of Operational managers. To work with and alongside YJS workers at a "hands-on" level to enable them to work restoratively and continually develop their youth justice practice at a practitioner level. To assist gatekeeping and allocation of work and ensure it is managed in accordance with relevant statutory and departmental policies and procedures. Managing and supervising members of the team and delegating appropriate responsibilities to them. To contribute to the development and delivery of the Youth Justice Plan and Youth Crime Prevention Strategy in partnership with other agencies. To communicate effectively and credibly with a range of partner agencies with regard to YJS policy and practice. To chair complex inter agency planning meetings any other meetings, as required within the service area. Undertaking any other duties as may be appropriate to the level and nature of the post as determined by the YJS Manager. To encourage continual development in our lead areas, promoting and delivering training to ensure the embedding of up to date practice. To introduce, embed and continually develop at team level models of systemic practice consistent with the introduction and development of relevant theoretical frameworks. The successful candidate will attend and oversee Youth Court. About You A relevant qualification in a discipline involving work with young people or substantial recent experience of direct work with young people and their families involved in Youth Offending services. Knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. Substantial and recent practitioner experience in a YJS. Experience and ability to supervise staff, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Building effective relationships with young people, families and other professionals. Knowledge of the causes of crime and effective methods of reducing offending behaviour. Knowledge of "Outcomes" concepts, quality assurance methodology and change/project management techniques. Knowledge of Restorative Approaches within a Youth Justice context. Knowledge of diverse, multi-cultural communities and their needs. Ability to manage dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Sound risk assessment skills for youth offending and safeguarding work. Ability to develop the practice skills of others through a range of methods including reflective supervision, coaching, observation & feedback, training and joint working. Able to produce high quality evidence-based assessments. Competent in the use of YJS Case Management Systems. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, GymFlex, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Closing Date: 09 March 2025 at 11:59pm Permanent full time 36hrs per week Click here to view the role profile Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced barring DBS check.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Practice Manager - Youth Justice Service Salary: Grade 14 £50,031 - £52,116 Permanent - 36 hours per week Hybrid working Job Purpose To establish and maintain quality assurance systems to ensure that professional standards are met in respect of safeguarding and management of risk, with the support of Operational managers. To work with and alongside YJS workers at a "hands-on" level to enable them to work restoratively and continually develop their youth justice practice at a practitioner level. To assist gatekeeping and allocation of work and ensure it is managed in accordance with relevant statutory and departmental policies and procedures. Managing and supervising members of the team and delegating appropriate responsibilities to them. To contribute to the development and delivery of the Youth Justice Plan and Youth Crime Prevention Strategy in partnership with other agencies. To communicate effectively and credibly with a range of partner agencies with regard to YJS policy and practice. To chair complex inter agency planning meetings any other meetings, as required within the service area. Undertaking any other duties as may be appropriate to the level and nature of the post as determined by the YJS Manager. To encourage continual development in our lead areas, promoting and delivering training to ensure the embedding of up to date practice. To introduce, embed and continually develop at team level models of systemic practice consistent with the introduction and development of relevant theoretical frameworks. The successful candidate will attend and oversee Youth Court. About You A relevant qualification in a discipline involving work with young people or substantial recent experience of direct work with young people and their families involved in Youth Offending services. Knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. Substantial and recent practitioner experience in a YJS. Experience and ability to supervise staff, both in respect of direct work and in the promotion of professional development. Building effective relationships with young people, families and other professionals. Knowledge of the causes of crime and effective methods of reducing offending behaviour. Knowledge of "Outcomes" concepts, quality assurance methodology and change/project management techniques. Knowledge of Restorative Approaches within a Youth Justice context. Knowledge of diverse, multi-cultural communities and their needs. Ability to manage dealing with high risk and complexity in a way that delivers effective management of risk and vulnerability and produces good outcomes. Sound risk assessment skills for youth offending and safeguarding work. Ability to develop the practice skills of others through a range of methods including reflective supervision, coaching, observation & feedback, training and joint working. Able to produce high quality evidence-based assessments. Competent in the use of YJS Case Management Systems. Benefits You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer: Highly competitive compensation package 29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20% Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career Management development programmes Investment into your wellbeing Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, GymFlex, Retail Discounts and more) We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance Closing Date: 09 March 2025 at 11:59pm Permanent full time 36hrs per week Click here to view the role profile Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced barring DBS check.
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
We believe everyone deserves a chance at a better future. UpCycle works to prevent people from being pulled into crime and help those already in the system find paths out. We run bike maintenance programmes for at-risk and marginalised youth in Bradford and in prisons and young offender institutions across the UK. Our trainees learn skills, gain valuable experience, and build the resilience and self-belief needed to succeed. Most refurbished bikes, often saved from landfills, are donated to those in need, both locally and globally. The remainder are sold in our Community Bike Shop in Shipley, providing affordable and good quality bikes to the local community and funding our work. Last year, over 300 people in our prison workshops completed a meaningful training period . In the community, 450 trainees participated in a cycling programme, including nearly 100 in our flagship four-week Bike to the Future programme, where young people build their own refurbished bikes. Additionally, we delivered nearly 1,000 bikes to 10 prisons and received almost 800 refurbished bikes in return. Following quality checks by our mechanics in our Community Bike Shop, more than 500 refurbished bikes were donated to individuals in need , including 175 bikes to young people in Bradford , improving their access to education, employment, and social networks. About the Role We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to sustain and develop the successes of the organisation, shaping our operating model and strategy while ensuring strong governance and financial sustainability. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will provide leadership across all areas of the charity s work, from overseeing prison and community programmes to managing finances and maintaining key partnerships. This role requires a motivated, hands-on leader with strong people management and organisational skills who can oversee a small but impactful team while ensuring the smooth running of our projects and long-term sustainability. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Governance: Manage the organisation s overall operations, including financial oversight, risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance. Work closely with the Board of Trustees to implement the organisational strategy and identify opportunities for future growth. People Management: Lead and support the leadership team (Operations Manager and Fundraising Manager), ensuring a cohesive and collaborative working environment. Programme Oversight: Ensure all projects meet funder requirements and have sustainable resource plans in place, overseeing the delivery of prison and community programmes. Financial & Operational Oversight: Oversee all income and expenditure, ensuring financial stability and preparing financial reports, including an annual report and cashflow statements. Stakeholder & Partnership Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with funders, delivery partners, and beneficiaries. Fundraising Support: Provide oversight of the Fundraising Strategy and work with the Fundraising Manager to identify and secure funding opportunities. Strategic Development: Ensure UpCycle continues to provide a sustainable and effective service, adapting to changing needs while maintaining financial security. Person Specification Essential: Experience in developing relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders, including funders and project partners. Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing and motivating teams. Financial management experience, including overseeing budgets and reporting. Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and remain flexible in a dynamic environment. Understanding of and commitment to UpCycle s mission and values. Desirable: Experience leading an organisation or managing significant projects, small businesses, or social enterprises. Knowledge of the small charity sector, governance structures, and working with a Board of Trustees. Experience working with or supporting people from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those involved in the criminal justice system. Working Arrangements & Benefits Hours: 24 hours per week (flexible working across three days) Salary: £42,000 £47,000 (full-time equivalent) Location: Primarily remote, with regular visits to project sites (fortnightly or monthly) Reporting to: Board of Trustees Annual Leave: 12 days pro-rata (plus bank holidays) Pension: Contributory scheme available for eligible employees Probation: Six-month probationary period Deadline: Monday 24th March 2025 at midday. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. Interviews: We may ask candidates to take part in a virtual preliminary selection exercise details will be provided where necessary. In-person interviews on the 24th & 25th April 2025 (in the Bradford area). We will invite shortlisted candidates to visit our Community Bike Shop in Shipley and our workshop to meet the team before final interviews. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion UpCycle strongly believes that to serve the communities we work with effectively, we must reflect them at all levels of our organisation. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system, even if you do not meet every listed requirement. Safeguarding UpCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. The successful candidate will be subject to reference checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. W e're a charity and company limited by guarantee. We operate with a small, dedicated team based in Bradford, West Yorkshire. Our Trading Name is UpCycle and our former name, registered with the Charity Commission is the Margaret Carey Foundation. Join us in creating lasting change for some of the most vulnerable individuals in Bradford and prisons across the UK, empowering them to build brighter, more secure futures.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
We believe everyone deserves a chance at a better future. UpCycle works to prevent people from being pulled into crime and help those already in the system find paths out. We run bike maintenance programmes for at-risk and marginalised youth in Bradford and in prisons and young offender institutions across the UK. Our trainees learn skills, gain valuable experience, and build the resilience and self-belief needed to succeed. Most refurbished bikes, often saved from landfills, are donated to those in need, both locally and globally. The remainder are sold in our Community Bike Shop in Shipley, providing affordable and good quality bikes to the local community and funding our work. Last year, over 300 people in our prison workshops completed a meaningful training period . In the community, 450 trainees participated in a cycling programme, including nearly 100 in our flagship four-week Bike to the Future programme, where young people build their own refurbished bikes. Additionally, we delivered nearly 1,000 bikes to 10 prisons and received almost 800 refurbished bikes in return. Following quality checks by our mechanics in our Community Bike Shop, more than 500 refurbished bikes were donated to individuals in need , including 175 bikes to young people in Bradford , improving their access to education, employment, and social networks. About the Role We are looking for a Chief Executive Officer to sustain and develop the successes of the organisation, shaping our operating model and strategy while ensuring strong governance and financial sustainability. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will provide leadership across all areas of the charity s work, from overseeing prison and community programmes to managing finances and maintaining key partnerships. This role requires a motivated, hands-on leader with strong people management and organisational skills who can oversee a small but impactful team while ensuring the smooth running of our projects and long-term sustainability. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Governance: Manage the organisation s overall operations, including financial oversight, risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance. Work closely with the Board of Trustees to implement the organisational strategy and identify opportunities for future growth. People Management: Lead and support the leadership team (Operations Manager and Fundraising Manager), ensuring a cohesive and collaborative working environment. Programme Oversight: Ensure all projects meet funder requirements and have sustainable resource plans in place, overseeing the delivery of prison and community programmes. Financial & Operational Oversight: Oversee all income and expenditure, ensuring financial stability and preparing financial reports, including an annual report and cashflow statements. Stakeholder & Partnership Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with funders, delivery partners, and beneficiaries. Fundraising Support: Provide oversight of the Fundraising Strategy and work with the Fundraising Manager to identify and secure funding opportunities. Strategic Development: Ensure UpCycle continues to provide a sustainable and effective service, adapting to changing needs while maintaining financial security. Person Specification Essential: Experience in developing relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders, including funders and project partners. Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing and motivating teams. Financial management experience, including overseeing budgets and reporting. Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and remain flexible in a dynamic environment. Understanding of and commitment to UpCycle s mission and values. Desirable: Experience leading an organisation or managing significant projects, small businesses, or social enterprises. Knowledge of the small charity sector, governance structures, and working with a Board of Trustees. Experience working with or supporting people from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those involved in the criminal justice system. Working Arrangements & Benefits Hours: 24 hours per week (flexible working across three days) Salary: £42,000 £47,000 (full-time equivalent) Location: Primarily remote, with regular visits to project sites (fortnightly or monthly) Reporting to: Board of Trustees Annual Leave: 12 days pro-rata (plus bank holidays) Pension: Contributory scheme available for eligible employees Probation: Six-month probationary period Deadline: Monday 24th March 2025 at midday. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. Interviews: We may ask candidates to take part in a virtual preliminary selection exercise details will be provided where necessary. In-person interviews on the 24th & 25th April 2025 (in the Bradford area). We will invite shortlisted candidates to visit our Community Bike Shop in Shipley and our workshop to meet the team before final interviews. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion UpCycle strongly believes that to serve the communities we work with effectively, we must reflect them at all levels of our organisation. We encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system, even if you do not meet every listed requirement. Safeguarding UpCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. The successful candidate will be subject to reference checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. W e're a charity and company limited by guarantee. We operate with a small, dedicated team based in Bradford, West Yorkshire. Our Trading Name is UpCycle and our former name, registered with the Charity Commission is the Margaret Carey Foundation. Join us in creating lasting change for some of the most vulnerable individuals in Bradford and prisons across the UK, empowering them to build brighter, more secure futures.
ABOUT THE ROLE The Youth Participation Officer is a new role and will play a pivotal part in advancing the integration of youth voice into our organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established grassroots charity, to capture and amplify the voice of the young people in our community and truly make a difference. The post holder will be required to work across all OTR services, partner agencies including schools, youth providers and other professionals. The post holder will also provide wrap around support, training and education, connection, mentoring and purposeful positive activities for our youth panel. The successful applicant will have a passion for engaging and empowering young people. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Youth Participation Officer Location: Hybrid or office-based OTR has two offices, both based in Leigh Park. PO9 3SU and PO9 5BG. Reports to: Family Service Manager Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for three years with the opportunity to extend the project if funding allows. Hours: Part-time (12 hours a week) Salary: £14.00 per hour JOB PURPOSE To lead on all participation events, including implementing a youth panel and co-producing content with young people on information distribution, advertising and fundraisers. You ll work on a wide range of projects including creating engaging content in coproduction with our young people that aligns with OTR s brand and values across our website, social media, and email campaigns. This includes developing multimedia content (including graphics, videos and blogs) to promote our work and highlight our impact in the local community. Specific role duties Working together with young people to hear and share their voices about service delivery. Working with the Senior Leadership Team to develop a participation strategy, including establishing and supporting a youth panel. Provide safe sessions, where young people can meet and participate in youth-led positive activities. Provide informal training programs to young people to enhance their personal, social and learning development. Working together with young people to hear and share their voices about service delivery. Work with young people to create meaningful content / advertising and service recommendations. Work with young people on fundraising and promotional events. Create opportunities for participation beyond that of the youth panel PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge, training and qualifications Essential Understanding of charitable organisations. Understanding of issues facing families in Havant and South East Hampshire. A qualification in Youth Work or equivalent to NVQ Level 3. Experience Essential. Experience working, coproducing, and positively engaging children and young people, particularly young people who are vulnerable. Demonstrable experience of empowering young people to speak up and have their voices heard in a meaningful manner Ability to coach and develop young people s interpersonal skills and confidence through training and youth support. Ability to develop positive relationships of trust with young people. Have good knowledge and experience within aspects of youth work or therapeutic work. Experience of delivering one to one and group work interventions, information, advice and guidance for young people in a range of settings in response to their needs Demonstrable strong interpersonal communication skills such as active listening, empathy, ability to constructively challenge and resolve conflict, solution focused skills, facilitation skills and clear writing skills. Youth work skills and experience or transferable youth work skills and willingness to learn and develop youth work skills Skills Essential Public speaking and presenting. Ability to work effectively with other professionals in a respectful and collaborative manner. Strong time and project management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships and to be impactful with people of varying levels and experience. A flexible, pro-active approach to work including the ability to work to deadlines, plan, prioritise and manage own workload. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative. A team player committed to working collaboratively to achieve results. Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages including SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet. Ability to learn and better utilise IT systems. Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to always maintain confidentiality. Responsibilities To use youth work principles and practises to empower children and young people in the design, planning, preparation, evaluation and delivery of the youth participation offer. Ensuring appropriate systems are in place to capture and monitor quality of work undertaken in line with service targets and performance management of inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes and impact. Using good practice initiatives ensuring that these are embedded in ways of working, building trusting relationships, advocate on behalf of children and young people and support parents/ carers. Contributing to the development and implementation of appropriate procedures, guidelines and systems to improve the delivery of service priorities in participation and leadership programmes. Keeping accurate and comprehensive records using appropriate management information systems and processes, maintaining and reviewing in a timely manner. Forming and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with children, young people and their families. To keep abreast of the new government National Youth Strategy , ensuring OTR maximises opportunities that arise from the strategy, including partnership working and potential funding. Monitor and evaluate session effectiveness, making relevant adjustments where required. Act as a role model to motivate, empower, facilitate growth and confidence, raise aspirations, and assist in the realisation and achievement of young people s goals Requirements Experience of working effectively with other professionals in order to safeguard children, young people and their families particularly those who present with risk issues and challenging behaviour such as substance misuse, anti-social behaviour, mental health and criminality. Knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, policy, practice and current issues related to children, young people, youthwork, youth justice, crime and antisocial behaviour. Experience of coproduction and working with young people and staff to develop projects. Other requirements A commitment to treating your colleagues fairly, consistently and with respect (Essential) An interest in and understanding of OTR s mission and strategy (Essential) Resilient, creative, determined and hard working (Essential) WHAT WE OFFER YOU We will provide a laptop, and other necessary IT equipment to facilitate hybrid and home working. As an employee, you will receive the following benefit package: • Generous annual leave entitlement including bank holidays • Flexible start and finish times between core hours of 8am and 6pm • Flexible hours to take time off for medical appointments and caring responsibilities • Hybrid working • 3% employer pension contribution if eligible • Paid sick leave To apply Please submit a full CV (accounting for all gaps in employment - for Safer Recruitment).and a covering letter detailing all of the below: why you believe you are right for this role. why you wish to work at OTR. detailing your experience in all essential criteria of the person specification Registered charity number Limited company Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE The Youth Participation Officer is a new role and will play a pivotal part in advancing the integration of youth voice into our organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a well-established grassroots charity, to capture and amplify the voice of the young people in our community and truly make a difference. The post holder will be required to work across all OTR services, partner agencies including schools, youth providers and other professionals. The post holder will also provide wrap around support, training and education, connection, mentoring and purposeful positive activities for our youth panel. The successful applicant will have a passion for engaging and empowering young people. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Youth Participation Officer Location: Hybrid or office-based OTR has two offices, both based in Leigh Park. PO9 3SU and PO9 5BG. Reports to: Family Service Manager Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for three years with the opportunity to extend the project if funding allows. Hours: Part-time (12 hours a week) Salary: £14.00 per hour JOB PURPOSE To lead on all participation events, including implementing a youth panel and co-producing content with young people on information distribution, advertising and fundraisers. You ll work on a wide range of projects including creating engaging content in coproduction with our young people that aligns with OTR s brand and values across our website, social media, and email campaigns. This includes developing multimedia content (including graphics, videos and blogs) to promote our work and highlight our impact in the local community. Specific role duties Working together with young people to hear and share their voices about service delivery. Working with the Senior Leadership Team to develop a participation strategy, including establishing and supporting a youth panel. Provide safe sessions, where young people can meet and participate in youth-led positive activities. Provide informal training programs to young people to enhance their personal, social and learning development. Working together with young people to hear and share their voices about service delivery. Work with young people to create meaningful content / advertising and service recommendations. Work with young people on fundraising and promotional events. Create opportunities for participation beyond that of the youth panel PERSON SPECIFICATION Knowledge, training and qualifications Essential Understanding of charitable organisations. Understanding of issues facing families in Havant and South East Hampshire. A qualification in Youth Work or equivalent to NVQ Level 3. Experience Essential. Experience working, coproducing, and positively engaging children and young people, particularly young people who are vulnerable. Demonstrable experience of empowering young people to speak up and have their voices heard in a meaningful manner Ability to coach and develop young people s interpersonal skills and confidence through training and youth support. Ability to develop positive relationships of trust with young people. Have good knowledge and experience within aspects of youth work or therapeutic work. Experience of delivering one to one and group work interventions, information, advice and guidance for young people in a range of settings in response to their needs Demonstrable strong interpersonal communication skills such as active listening, empathy, ability to constructively challenge and resolve conflict, solution focused skills, facilitation skills and clear writing skills. Youth work skills and experience or transferable youth work skills and willingness to learn and develop youth work skills Skills Essential Public speaking and presenting. Ability to work effectively with other professionals in a respectful and collaborative manner. Strong time and project management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships and to be impactful with people of varying levels and experience. A flexible, pro-active approach to work including the ability to work to deadlines, plan, prioritise and manage own workload. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate initiative. A team player committed to working collaboratively to achieve results. Ability to use Microsoft Office Packages including SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet. Ability to learn and better utilise IT systems. Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to always maintain confidentiality. Responsibilities To use youth work principles and practises to empower children and young people in the design, planning, preparation, evaluation and delivery of the youth participation offer. Ensuring appropriate systems are in place to capture and monitor quality of work undertaken in line with service targets and performance management of inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes and impact. Using good practice initiatives ensuring that these are embedded in ways of working, building trusting relationships, advocate on behalf of children and young people and support parents/ carers. Contributing to the development and implementation of appropriate procedures, guidelines and systems to improve the delivery of service priorities in participation and leadership programmes. Keeping accurate and comprehensive records using appropriate management information systems and processes, maintaining and reviewing in a timely manner. Forming and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with children, young people and their families. To keep abreast of the new government National Youth Strategy , ensuring OTR maximises opportunities that arise from the strategy, including partnership working and potential funding. Monitor and evaluate session effectiveness, making relevant adjustments where required. Act as a role model to motivate, empower, facilitate growth and confidence, raise aspirations, and assist in the realisation and achievement of young people s goals Requirements Experience of working effectively with other professionals in order to safeguard children, young people and their families particularly those who present with risk issues and challenging behaviour such as substance misuse, anti-social behaviour, mental health and criminality. Knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, policy, practice and current issues related to children, young people, youthwork, youth justice, crime and antisocial behaviour. Experience of coproduction and working with young people and staff to develop projects. Other requirements A commitment to treating your colleagues fairly, consistently and with respect (Essential) An interest in and understanding of OTR s mission and strategy (Essential) Resilient, creative, determined and hard working (Essential) WHAT WE OFFER YOU We will provide a laptop, and other necessary IT equipment to facilitate hybrid and home working. As an employee, you will receive the following benefit package: • Generous annual leave entitlement including bank holidays • Flexible start and finish times between core hours of 8am and 6pm • Flexible hours to take time off for medical appointments and caring responsibilities • Hybrid working • 3% employer pension contribution if eligible • Paid sick leave To apply Please submit a full CV (accounting for all gaps in employment - for Safer Recruitment).and a covering letter detailing all of the below: why you believe you are right for this role. why you wish to work at OTR. detailing your experience in all essential criteria of the person specification Registered charity number Limited company Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund
PHF has a long-standing interest in Arts Education. We currently have two Funds focusing on this area; our Arts-based Learning Fund and the Teacher Development Fund. As a Grants Manger - Arts Education, you will be particularly focused on these two Funds. We believe that arts-based approaches can build equity in classrooms and support children and young people, particularly those experiencing disadvantage, to overcome barriers to learning. We know that the arts play an important role in supporting young people to thrive in education. The arts can enrich learning experiences, increasing young people s engagement in school and learning and supporting key educational outcomes. The arts can also unlock potential by helping young people to develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and problem-solving. In addition, engaging with the arts supports young people s communication, empathy and emotional wellbeing. Through our Arts Education funding we support arts/cultural organisations and education settings to work in partnership to explore how the arts can enrich the lives of children and young people and develop the professional practice of teachers. In addition to our grant-making the Arts Education team supports a range of learning activities for grant-holders. This includes a formal Cohort Learning Programme for organisations involved in the Teachers Development Fund and informal online learning and networking events for organisations in the Arts-based Learning Fund portfolio. What will be my main contribution? As a Grants Manager, you will act as the primary point of contact between applicant organisations and Paul Hamlyn Foundation, undertaking enquiry calls, assessing applications and making funding recommendations to our decision-making panel. You will work closely with funded organisations in the Arts-based Leaning and Teacher Development Fund. There is a current portfolio of c 50 live grants that you will manage and be the key point of contact for. You will build strong relationships with funded organisations, responding to emerging needs and supporting them to achieve their growth and development goals. Who will I line manage? You will report to the Head of Programme Education. Who will I line manage? You will not have line management responsibilities. However, you will be expected to work in a small and fully interconnected structure that relies on collaboration, flexibility and the ability to operate within both formal and informal reporting relationships. What other key internal relationships will I have? You will work closely with colleagues in the Strategic Learning, Insight and Influence team to share intelligence; develop an understanding of the impact that our funding and support are having; and highlight and celebrate best practice more widely to help drive the change we would like to see. You will also work closely with colleagues in the Finance and Resources team to ensure good and effective grant management. What level of budget responsibility will I have? Not applicable. Main Responsibilities Alignment with the values and aims of the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, and in particular its commitment to social justice and equality, to tackling disadvantage, fighting prejudice, supporting youth voice and participation. Grant-making and Management Provide a prompt and helpful service to potential applicants enquiring about the Foundation s work. Work alongside the team to identify potential applicants and approaches to enable them to apply to the Youth Fund. Assess grant applications, analysing their alignment with the Funds criteria and priorities, quality and potential impact, and organisational viability; participate in discussions with the team to benchmark applications; reach a judgement or recommendation for submission to senior staff, decision-making panels and/or Trustees; and handle relationships throughout the process until the application is either successful or declined. Prepare written reports with detailed analysis and recommendations to present at decision-making panel meetings. Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants awarded including agreeing appropriate goals; reflecting on learning, impact and challenges; reviewing reports, managing risk; responding to emerging issues and needs, and authorising and generating grant payments in a timely fashion. Support the Head of Programme to review and improve our grant-making processes to ensure that they are accessible and do not perpetuate existing structural inequalities. Maintain grants database (Blackbaud Grantmaking) ensuring that records are accurate and reporting and payments are completed to schedule so that we know the status of applications and awarded grants at any time and can better analyse and learn from our portfolio. Develop opportunities to provide non-financial support to funded organisations, work with colleagues to convene learning events, identify potential content, prepare materials and facilitate networking. Carry out visits to funded organisations to learn more about the work and its impact in context. Travel may be local or national across the UK. Support with grant-making and management of the Foundation s invitation-only Funds, where relevant. Learning Take an active and developmental role with colleagues and with funded organisations to help build their capacity, enhance the effectiveness of their work, advise on emerging and strategic issues and to maximise learning within and across grant themes. Participate in learning and knowledge sharing activities relevant to the team and wider arts and education sectors, including keeping up to date with relevant policy and practice to inform our strategy. Take on specific research or development roles within the team as appropriate, which might include maintaining strong relations with partner foundations, supporting funder collaborations, and the development of strategic initiatives. Help develop and actively contribute to cross-departmental and multidisciplinary working, supporting continual improvement and professional development. General Represent the Foundation at external events, if required. Support the work of the communications team to ensure that news stories, grants listings, etc. are kept up to date. Liaise closely with the grants administration staff. Person Specification We recognise that this person specification is extensive, and you may feel you do not meet all the criteria. We are open to adjusting the role and how it is delivered to enable those from a broad range of backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. If you are interested, please apply even if you do not meet all criteria. Please note we are unable to offer VISA sponsorship. Skills, knowledge, and experience Alignment with the values and aims of Paul Hamlyn Foundation, in particular our commitment to equitable grant making and being an anti-racist funder. The ability to apply these principles to ensure good decision making and support for those we fund. Demonstrable experience of working in the arts/cultural education sector, including experience of working in, or in partnership with, schools. Demonstrable experience of the processes of grant-making from assessments to monitoring within a focus on children and young people OR an understanding of the main issues and practices that support or hinder relational, transparent and accountable grant-making Knowledge of current policy and best practice in arts education, schools and teaching. Interest in how social change happens; awareness of systemic and structural inequality and how this relates to the education system. A good understanding of organisational dynamics such as business planning, financial reporting, performance management and governance and how these apply to developing the business models, capacity and longer-term sustainability of organisations, ideally within the public or voluntary sectors. Good interpersonal skills including the ability to constructively engage with disagreement and to give empathetic and constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a range of audiences. Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information quickly and effectively. An organised and methodical approach to work, combining numerical accuracy with attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines. Strong IT skills, (MS Office), the ability to learn detailed processes and use of databases to process information. Strong project management skills and demonstrable experience of delivering successful projects. Experience of understanding annual and management accounts, budgets and confidence in extracting key information from financial reports. Behaviours and ways of working The ability to build relationships with a range of individuals and organisations, including senior staff, trustees, funded organisations, policy makers and practitioners. Resourceful and proactive, with initiative and a problem-solving disposition. Ability to spot connections and learning across PHF s work and that of others. An ability to work creatively and flexibly in a small team, supporting other colleagues. Willing to and experience of working beyond your area of expertise across the Foundation s other strategic themes. A strong personal commitment to learning and improvement. Desirable . click apply for full job details
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
PHF has a long-standing interest in Arts Education. We currently have two Funds focusing on this area; our Arts-based Learning Fund and the Teacher Development Fund. As a Grants Manger - Arts Education, you will be particularly focused on these two Funds. We believe that arts-based approaches can build equity in classrooms and support children and young people, particularly those experiencing disadvantage, to overcome barriers to learning. We know that the arts play an important role in supporting young people to thrive in education. The arts can enrich learning experiences, increasing young people s engagement in school and learning and supporting key educational outcomes. The arts can also unlock potential by helping young people to develop skills in critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and problem-solving. In addition, engaging with the arts supports young people s communication, empathy and emotional wellbeing. Through our Arts Education funding we support arts/cultural organisations and education settings to work in partnership to explore how the arts can enrich the lives of children and young people and develop the professional practice of teachers. In addition to our grant-making the Arts Education team supports a range of learning activities for grant-holders. This includes a formal Cohort Learning Programme for organisations involved in the Teachers Development Fund and informal online learning and networking events for organisations in the Arts-based Learning Fund portfolio. What will be my main contribution? As a Grants Manager, you will act as the primary point of contact between applicant organisations and Paul Hamlyn Foundation, undertaking enquiry calls, assessing applications and making funding recommendations to our decision-making panel. You will work closely with funded organisations in the Arts-based Leaning and Teacher Development Fund. There is a current portfolio of c 50 live grants that you will manage and be the key point of contact for. You will build strong relationships with funded organisations, responding to emerging needs and supporting them to achieve their growth and development goals. Who will I line manage? You will report to the Head of Programme Education. Who will I line manage? You will not have line management responsibilities. However, you will be expected to work in a small and fully interconnected structure that relies on collaboration, flexibility and the ability to operate within both formal and informal reporting relationships. What other key internal relationships will I have? You will work closely with colleagues in the Strategic Learning, Insight and Influence team to share intelligence; develop an understanding of the impact that our funding and support are having; and highlight and celebrate best practice more widely to help drive the change we would like to see. You will also work closely with colleagues in the Finance and Resources team to ensure good and effective grant management. What level of budget responsibility will I have? Not applicable. Main Responsibilities Alignment with the values and aims of the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, and in particular its commitment to social justice and equality, to tackling disadvantage, fighting prejudice, supporting youth voice and participation. Grant-making and Management Provide a prompt and helpful service to potential applicants enquiring about the Foundation s work. Work alongside the team to identify potential applicants and approaches to enable them to apply to the Youth Fund. Assess grant applications, analysing their alignment with the Funds criteria and priorities, quality and potential impact, and organisational viability; participate in discussions with the team to benchmark applications; reach a judgement or recommendation for submission to senior staff, decision-making panels and/or Trustees; and handle relationships throughout the process until the application is either successful or declined. Prepare written reports with detailed analysis and recommendations to present at decision-making panel meetings. Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants awarded including agreeing appropriate goals; reflecting on learning, impact and challenges; reviewing reports, managing risk; responding to emerging issues and needs, and authorising and generating grant payments in a timely fashion. Support the Head of Programme to review and improve our grant-making processes to ensure that they are accessible and do not perpetuate existing structural inequalities. Maintain grants database (Blackbaud Grantmaking) ensuring that records are accurate and reporting and payments are completed to schedule so that we know the status of applications and awarded grants at any time and can better analyse and learn from our portfolio. Develop opportunities to provide non-financial support to funded organisations, work with colleagues to convene learning events, identify potential content, prepare materials and facilitate networking. Carry out visits to funded organisations to learn more about the work and its impact in context. Travel may be local or national across the UK. Support with grant-making and management of the Foundation s invitation-only Funds, where relevant. Learning Take an active and developmental role with colleagues and with funded organisations to help build their capacity, enhance the effectiveness of their work, advise on emerging and strategic issues and to maximise learning within and across grant themes. Participate in learning and knowledge sharing activities relevant to the team and wider arts and education sectors, including keeping up to date with relevant policy and practice to inform our strategy. Take on specific research or development roles within the team as appropriate, which might include maintaining strong relations with partner foundations, supporting funder collaborations, and the development of strategic initiatives. Help develop and actively contribute to cross-departmental and multidisciplinary working, supporting continual improvement and professional development. General Represent the Foundation at external events, if required. Support the work of the communications team to ensure that news stories, grants listings, etc. are kept up to date. Liaise closely with the grants administration staff. Person Specification We recognise that this person specification is extensive, and you may feel you do not meet all the criteria. We are open to adjusting the role and how it is delivered to enable those from a broad range of backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. If you are interested, please apply even if you do not meet all criteria. Please note we are unable to offer VISA sponsorship. Skills, knowledge, and experience Alignment with the values and aims of Paul Hamlyn Foundation, in particular our commitment to equitable grant making and being an anti-racist funder. The ability to apply these principles to ensure good decision making and support for those we fund. Demonstrable experience of working in the arts/cultural education sector, including experience of working in, or in partnership with, schools. Demonstrable experience of the processes of grant-making from assessments to monitoring within a focus on children and young people OR an understanding of the main issues and practices that support or hinder relational, transparent and accountable grant-making Knowledge of current policy and best practice in arts education, schools and teaching. Interest in how social change happens; awareness of systemic and structural inequality and how this relates to the education system. A good understanding of organisational dynamics such as business planning, financial reporting, performance management and governance and how these apply to developing the business models, capacity and longer-term sustainability of organisations, ideally within the public or voluntary sectors. Good interpersonal skills including the ability to constructively engage with disagreement and to give empathetic and constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a range of audiences. Ability to analyse and synthesise complex information quickly and effectively. An organised and methodical approach to work, combining numerical accuracy with attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines. Strong IT skills, (MS Office), the ability to learn detailed processes and use of databases to process information. Strong project management skills and demonstrable experience of delivering successful projects. Experience of understanding annual and management accounts, budgets and confidence in extracting key information from financial reports. Behaviours and ways of working The ability to build relationships with a range of individuals and organisations, including senior staff, trustees, funded organisations, policy makers and practitioners. Resourceful and proactive, with initiative and a problem-solving disposition. Ability to spot connections and learning across PHF s work and that of others. An ability to work creatively and flexibly in a small team, supporting other colleagues. Willing to and experience of working beyond your area of expertise across the Foundation s other strategic themes. A strong personal commitment to learning and improvement. Desirable . click apply for full job details
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Together, we're shaping children's social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). Together, we're the moment makers and we're focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you'll look around and say, "I make a difference". Because we're all creating lasting change to people's lives in Oxfordshire. Everyday you'll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We're not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives. We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself - while raising the bar for the future of children's social care. Are you in? About Us We are excited to invite applications for Newly Qualified Social Workers to begin their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) in our Social Work Professional Development Centre. We have created the Social Work Professional Development Centre because we know that nurturing and supporting our NQSWs to become great practitioners is crucial in developing a strong and stable workforce and delivering outstanding services to the children and families of Oxfordshire. The role of a children's social worker can be challenging but is also a privilege and hugely rewarding. We know that the right support in your first year of practice will equip you with the skills you need to flourish in your career. We are seeking newly qualified social workers to join a variety of teams across Children's Social Care for the Assessed and Supported Year (ASYE) programme. If you join Oxfordshire County Council, you will be joining a strengths-based service that is focused on supporting families to keep their children safe and to make lasting change. We do this by keeping relationship-based practice at the core of everything we do and using motivational interviewing to engage families. We want to provide you with a thoughtful, scaffolded learning experience for your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment, in which all those new to practice feel safe and well supported throughout, with a protected caseload and gradual increase in the time spent with our teams as your practice develops. The Social Work Professional Development Centre will treat each NQSW as an individual, with a development plan based on individual learning needs and regular progress reviews, which will enable us to ensure that everyone has the best possible learning experience, tailored to their individual needs. We've designed our own competency framework for our NQSW's development, which is aligned with Oxfordshire County Council's guiding principles for strengths-based practice. About the Role We are hiring for roles across Children's Social Care. Services include: Integrated Assessment Team, Family Solutions Plus, Children We Care For, Children with Disabilities, Unaccompanied Children and Young People's & Youth Justice and Exploitation Service. Here's what some of our recent NQSW's had to say " The new Social Work Development Centre has enabled me to start my social work career in a positive, supportive and protected environment. I feel grateful that I have had the opportunity to be part of this team where I can develop at my own pace and where support is available as and when required, rather than being thrown in at the deep end. Being part of this friendly team has enabled me to gain confidence, knowledge and independence without feeling overwhelmed and out of my depth " - Kirsty " The Social Work Development Centre that is currently being run in Oxfordshire has really helped me feel safe and supported as a NQSW. The Development Centre supports all NQSWs from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience within children's statutory social work. I feel that the Development Centre can really help those whose training and qualification has been impacted by the pandemic " - Patrick " All the people in the Social Work Development Centre are approachable and supportive, it feels like I'm part of a family. This was one of the most important things to me when looking for a job and I feel grateful to have joined such a friendly and forward-thinking organisation " - Harriet Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for a confidential and informative chat! Karina Boorer, SWPDC Team Manager - Children's Services About you This is a key safeguarding role, and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. As an NQSW, you will: Be a value-based practitioner with a commitment to strengths-based practice. Be on course to complete your Social Work Degree, with the expectation to register with Social Work England. Have good communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, engage with children and families. Have the ability to produce concise, effective and accurate written work. Be resilient, with the ability to manage the emotional impact of the work, actively making use of appropriate support. Be required to travel across various locations, including rural areas of the county. Therefore, access to your own transport and a valid driver's license is essential. Previous experience of working with children and their families. Experience can be from placements or previous roles. Rewards & Benefits A competitive salary starting at £37,035 per annum starting salary, with progression up to £43,693 per annum upon completion of ASYE. A pension package of up to 20% employer contribution. Manageable caseloads: not only is it important that you love what you do, but it's also important to be able to manage your workload and devote the right amount of attention to each family. A role in an authority rated 'good' by Ofsted, as a Social Worker, you get the support you need. Flexible working. We do all we can to ensure that every one of our employees has a healthy work-life balance. Our agile working policy means you can work across council sites or from home to suit your needs and we support flexible working hours. You will be provided with a laptop, mobile phone and MS Teams to facilitate agile working. Generous annual leave allowance. We know that as a social worker, you do an invaluable job. We offer a generous holiday allowance starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays) to help demonstrate how much we value the work you do. We also offer an annual leave purchase scheme. A caring and supportive culture. We are passionate about keeping people safe, well and independent, whilst making a positive contribution. We host regular listening events and have a well at work scheme, which focuses on health and wellbeing. There's also a social presence, with yoga classes, sports teams and more. Other benefits include a cycle to work scheme and staff discount scheme for a range of retailers, holidays, insurance, restaurants, health & leisure activities and rail travel. Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees . click apply for full job details
Director, DEIRJ, Talent Acquisition & Management Full Time Salary Waltham, MA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1311 For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to lead, break barriers, and create positive change. At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA), we foster a powerful all-girl space that values collaboration over competition, inspiring girls to turn their dreams into reality. GSEMA is currently seeking a full-time Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Racial Justice (DEI/RJ), Talent Acquisition and Management (TAM) to join the Human Resources team. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Director of DEI/RJ, TAM will have a deep commitment to fostering greater diversity, inclusion, equity, transparency and collaboration. They will play a pivotal role in partnering with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Human Resources team and other Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) leaders to enhance our DEI/RJ, recruiting and professional development and training efforts. This role will be instrumental in building and enhancing our current practices to support the employee experience and our broad community of members and volunteers while supporting GSEMA's mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. This is a hybrid position with in-person 2-3 days per week and based in one of GSEMA's office locations (Andover, Middleboro or Waltham). Explore the Key Responsibilities: DEI/RJ Partner with the CHRO and other senior leaders to consider GSEMA's policies, practices and procedures through a DEI/RJ lens; make and support recommendations for improvements Partner with CHRO to lead and advance initiatives ensuring equity and inclusion across GSEMA Lead the internal DEI/RJ DISC Committee; engaging staff on council initiatives focused on DEI/RJ Support GSEMA's Community Engagement and Membership efforts to build a more diverse Girl Scouts community Talent Acquisition Partner with hiring managers to further develop and manage full-lifecycle recruiting process, including resume screening, phone interviews, in-person interviews, reference checks, offers and subsequent hiring steps Partner with CHRO and hiring managers to understand organization and develop and implement a comprehensive onboarding program for new employees Implement methods to build and source a more diverse talent pipeline and targeted recruiting efforts Talent Management and Training Partner with CHRO and HR team to foster and develop proactive talent management strategy and ongoing initiatives for professional growth and development for all employees Develop and deliver training programs across GSEMA, including at summer camps Develop and implement professional management development activities for leadership Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR, organizational development, psychology, or related field. Minimum of 6 years' HR experience, with 3 years leading DEI/RJ initiatives and talent management; nonprofit experience preferred. Strong discretion and judgment handling sensitive information. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred). Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate, adapt to change, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Bilingual skills highly desirable. Travel Requirements: Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to GSEMA offices/service centers and across the Council's service area as needed. Occasional travel outside of the council service area may be required. Join Us in Making a Difference! At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for our youth members. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice (DEI/RJ) are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. We believe in fostering a culture that celebrates differences, promotes unity, and creates growth opportunities for our employees. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time-off benefits, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays. We've Got You Covered: Full medical and dental benefits, plus no-cost group life insurance, disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program. Investment in Your Future: Plan for your retirement with 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. We also support your career growth with paid time for training and other development opportunities. Special Girl Scout Perks: Take advantage of discounts on Girl Scout merchandise at the Council Shop. Eligible family members can enjoy discounted rates for up to two (2) weeks at GSEMA summer camps. Experience the outdoors and connect with the Girl Scout spirit through outdoor activities and staff camp days. Go For It Research shows that women and members of historically marginalized groups do not apply to jobs where they feel they don't hit 100% of the requirements. If this is how you feel after reading through this posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! This position requires successful completion of background checks and a current Girl Scout membership. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
Director, DEIRJ, Talent Acquisition & Management Full Time Salary Waltham, MA, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 1311 For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to lead, break barriers, and create positive change. At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA), we foster a powerful all-girl space that values collaboration over competition, inspiring girls to turn their dreams into reality. GSEMA is currently seeking a full-time Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Racial Justice (DEI/RJ), Talent Acquisition and Management (TAM) to join the Human Resources team. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Director of DEI/RJ, TAM will have a deep commitment to fostering greater diversity, inclusion, equity, transparency and collaboration. They will play a pivotal role in partnering with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Human Resources team and other Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) leaders to enhance our DEI/RJ, recruiting and professional development and training efforts. This role will be instrumental in building and enhancing our current practices to support the employee experience and our broad community of members and volunteers while supporting GSEMA's mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. This is a hybrid position with in-person 2-3 days per week and based in one of GSEMA's office locations (Andover, Middleboro or Waltham). Explore the Key Responsibilities: DEI/RJ Partner with the CHRO and other senior leaders to consider GSEMA's policies, practices and procedures through a DEI/RJ lens; make and support recommendations for improvements Partner with CHRO to lead and advance initiatives ensuring equity and inclusion across GSEMA Lead the internal DEI/RJ DISC Committee; engaging staff on council initiatives focused on DEI/RJ Support GSEMA's Community Engagement and Membership efforts to build a more diverse Girl Scouts community Talent Acquisition Partner with hiring managers to further develop and manage full-lifecycle recruiting process, including resume screening, phone interviews, in-person interviews, reference checks, offers and subsequent hiring steps Partner with CHRO and hiring managers to understand organization and develop and implement a comprehensive onboarding program for new employees Implement methods to build and source a more diverse talent pipeline and targeted recruiting efforts Talent Management and Training Partner with CHRO and HR team to foster and develop proactive talent management strategy and ongoing initiatives for professional growth and development for all employees Develop and deliver training programs across GSEMA, including at summer camps Develop and implement professional management development activities for leadership Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR, organizational development, psychology, or related field. Minimum of 6 years' HR experience, with 3 years leading DEI/RJ initiatives and talent management; nonprofit experience preferred. Strong discretion and judgment handling sensitive information. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred). Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate, adapt to change, and work independently in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Bilingual skills highly desirable. Travel Requirements: Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to GSEMA offices/service centers and across the Council's service area as needed. Occasional travel outside of the council service area may be required. Join Us in Making a Difference! At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for our youth members. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice (DEI/RJ) are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. We believe in fostering a culture that celebrates differences, promotes unity, and creates growth opportunities for our employees. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time-off benefits, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays. We've Got You Covered: Full medical and dental benefits, plus no-cost group life insurance, disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program. Investment in Your Future: Plan for your retirement with 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. We also support your career growth with paid time for training and other development opportunities. Special Girl Scout Perks: Take advantage of discounts on Girl Scout merchandise at the Council Shop. Eligible family members can enjoy discounted rates for up to two (2) weeks at GSEMA summer camps. Experience the outdoors and connect with the Girl Scout spirit through outdoor activities and staff camp days. Go For It Research shows that women and members of historically marginalized groups do not apply to jobs where they feel they don't hit 100% of the requirements. If this is how you feel after reading through this posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! This position requires successful completion of background checks and a current Girl Scout membership. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.
Service Manager Young Women & Girls Location: Hammersmith, Finsbury Park, Stratford Contract Type: Fixed Term - 3 Months minimum Hours: 25 hours per week (Ideally spread across 5 days. Must include Wednesdays) About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Manager to lead a dedicated team supporting young women and girls (aged 13-18) who have been victims or witnesses of crime. This service is committed to empowering young women and girls through trauma-informed, gender-sensitive, and holistic approaches, helping them build confidence, resilience, and access essential support services. The Service Manager will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the service, ensuring high-quality support is provided, managing a team of frontline advocates, and fostering strong partnerships with external agencies to enhance service provision. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of specialist Advocates, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Monitor performance, provide coaching and feedback, and ensure the team meets key performance indicators and contractual outcomes. Oversee case management and ensure compliance with safeguarding protocols and data management policies. Build and maintain partnerships with external agencies, ensuring the service is well integrated within the wider support system. Support frontline staff in risk management, needs assessment, and advocacy for young women and girls with complex needs. Develop and maintain an inclusive, collaborative team culture, fostering professional growth and staff well-being. Ensure effective reporting, service evaluation, and quality assurance processes are maintained. Essential Experience & Skills: Proven experience in managing support services within criminal justice, domestic abuse, youth work, or a related field. Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practices in supporting vulnerable young women and girls. Experience in staff management, including recruitment, training, supervision, and performance monitoring. Ability to build effective partnerships and collaborate with external agencies. Excellent crisis management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload. A commitment to equality, diversity, and a trauma-informed approach. Desirable Experience & Skills: A relevant qualification in criminal justice, social work, youth work, or a related field. Experience working in a co-located setting with other agencies. Knowledge of trauma-informed and gendered approaches in supporting young women facing multiple disadvantages. Experience in quality assurance, report writing, and contract management. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. For further infomation, please contact Oliver Jefferson on (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Feb 14, 2025
Contractor
Service Manager Young Women & Girls Location: Hammersmith, Finsbury Park, Stratford Contract Type: Fixed Term - 3 Months minimum Hours: 25 hours per week (Ideally spread across 5 days. Must include Wednesdays) About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Manager to lead a dedicated team supporting young women and girls (aged 13-18) who have been victims or witnesses of crime. This service is committed to empowering young women and girls through trauma-informed, gender-sensitive, and holistic approaches, helping them build confidence, resilience, and access essential support services. The Service Manager will oversee the day-to-day delivery of the service, ensuring high-quality support is provided, managing a team of frontline advocates, and fostering strong partnerships with external agencies to enhance service provision. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of specialist Advocates, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Monitor performance, provide coaching and feedback, and ensure the team meets key performance indicators and contractual outcomes. Oversee case management and ensure compliance with safeguarding protocols and data management policies. Build and maintain partnerships with external agencies, ensuring the service is well integrated within the wider support system. Support frontline staff in risk management, needs assessment, and advocacy for young women and girls with complex needs. Develop and maintain an inclusive, collaborative team culture, fostering professional growth and staff well-being. Ensure effective reporting, service evaluation, and quality assurance processes are maintained. Essential Experience & Skills: Proven experience in managing support services within criminal justice, domestic abuse, youth work, or a related field. Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practices in supporting vulnerable young women and girls. Experience in staff management, including recruitment, training, supervision, and performance monitoring. Ability to build effective partnerships and collaborate with external agencies. Excellent crisis management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload. A commitment to equality, diversity, and a trauma-informed approach. Desirable Experience & Skills: A relevant qualification in criminal justice, social work, youth work, or a related field. Experience working in a co-located setting with other agencies. Knowledge of trauma-informed and gendered approaches in supporting young women facing multiple disadvantages. Experience in quality assurance, report writing, and contract management. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. For further infomation, please contact Oliver Jefferson on (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Company Description At Catch22, we are proud of our reputation as a modern and progressive employer. Our 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers work at every stage of the social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals from cradle to career. In Social Justice, we work with young people and adults in custody and in the community, providing a range of services including offender management and resettlement, mentoring, veterans in custody, victim services, gangs work and youth justice. We believe that with effective support mechanisms and the correct interventions, we can change service user's ideology, helping them desist from crime and reach their true potential. Job Description Job Description This post presents an exciting opportunity to become a Wellbeing Practitioner at our Personal Wellbeing service covering the whole Wiltshire area and in particular the Chippenham, Trowbridge and Salisbury areas. Commissioned by HMPPS this service is focused on supporting adult male ex-offenders by delivering focussed interventions across the following pathways: Family and Significant Others Lifestyle and Associates Emotional Wellbeing Services Social Inclusion Your role will be to support service users to develop strategies to manage emotions and deliver skills training to foster self-confidence by knowing how to access appropriate support. You will also support service users to increase capacity to undertake activities to support daily living and advocate for service users in conjunction with multi-agency partners to engage with treatment and other professionals/services (MH teams/support groups) Your role will support our team in achieving our Justice Business Plan objectives: innovate, revitalise and reform the delivery of Justice Services. This role will involve working in close partnership with delivery partners, HMPPS, Voluntary Sector and other Criminal Justice organisations to promote and deliver our services and achieve the required outputs and outcomes. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE Essential Driving License and Access to a vehicle. Good basic education, including Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. Evidence of continual professional development. Good IT Skills and experience working with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and other IT applications. Desirable Any qualification relevant to rehabilitation of offenders, for example criminology/ criminal justice/ social care/ mental health/ IAG/ Family Services/ Emotional Wellbeing/ Social Inclusion. Click here for full job description Additional Information Contract: Full Time - Permanent Hours: 38 per week Salary: £24,001 per annum Based from our Community hub in Swindon with frequent travel across regional delivery sites in Chippenham, Trowbridge and Salisbury. Benefits 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 33 days with service. Pension scheme with matching contributions of up to 4% Discounted shopping opportunities If you're successful you will be required to consent to relevant checks by the Disclosure Barring Service and Ministry of Justice. Ex-offenders must be able to demonstrate a minimum period of 12 months constructive crime-free lifestyle prior to being considered for this role. See the benefits of working for Catch22 here. Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised. At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live. Within the Justice hub at Catch22 we are extremely proud of our strong focus and track record in developing our people. As of September 2022, 73% of our management group have progressed from frontline roles within Catch22, which allows us to offer progression opportunities for staff under the leadership of managers with frontline experience.
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Company Description At Catch22, we are proud of our reputation as a modern and progressive employer. Our 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers work at every stage of the social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals from cradle to career. In Social Justice, we work with young people and adults in custody and in the community, providing a range of services including offender management and resettlement, mentoring, veterans in custody, victim services, gangs work and youth justice. We believe that with effective support mechanisms and the correct interventions, we can change service user's ideology, helping them desist from crime and reach their true potential. Job Description Job Description This post presents an exciting opportunity to become a Wellbeing Practitioner at our Personal Wellbeing service covering the whole Wiltshire area and in particular the Chippenham, Trowbridge and Salisbury areas. Commissioned by HMPPS this service is focused on supporting adult male ex-offenders by delivering focussed interventions across the following pathways: Family and Significant Others Lifestyle and Associates Emotional Wellbeing Services Social Inclusion Your role will be to support service users to develop strategies to manage emotions and deliver skills training to foster self-confidence by knowing how to access appropriate support. You will also support service users to increase capacity to undertake activities to support daily living and advocate for service users in conjunction with multi-agency partners to engage with treatment and other professionals/services (MH teams/support groups) Your role will support our team in achieving our Justice Business Plan objectives: innovate, revitalise and reform the delivery of Justice Services. This role will involve working in close partnership with delivery partners, HMPPS, Voluntary Sector and other Criminal Justice organisations to promote and deliver our services and achieve the required outputs and outcomes. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE Essential Driving License and Access to a vehicle. Good basic education, including Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. Evidence of continual professional development. Good IT Skills and experience working with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and other IT applications. Desirable Any qualification relevant to rehabilitation of offenders, for example criminology/ criminal justice/ social care/ mental health/ IAG/ Family Services/ Emotional Wellbeing/ Social Inclusion. Click here for full job description Additional Information Contract: Full Time - Permanent Hours: 38 per week Salary: £24,001 per annum Based from our Community hub in Swindon with frequent travel across regional delivery sites in Chippenham, Trowbridge and Salisbury. Benefits 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 33 days with service. Pension scheme with matching contributions of up to 4% Discounted shopping opportunities If you're successful you will be required to consent to relevant checks by the Disclosure Barring Service and Ministry of Justice. Ex-offenders must be able to demonstrate a minimum period of 12 months constructive crime-free lifestyle prior to being considered for this role. See the benefits of working for Catch22 here. Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised. At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live. Within the Justice hub at Catch22 we are extremely proud of our strong focus and track record in developing our people. As of September 2022, 73% of our management group have progressed from frontline roles within Catch22, which allows us to offer progression opportunities for staff under the leadership of managers with frontline experience.
Seven Resourcing are looking for a temporary Youth Justice Officer to work in Wrexham. This position is initially for a period of 3 months and is paying £20.29 per hour (paid to you via an umbrella company). The role: To assist in achieving the strategic aims of the Wrexham Youth Justice Service through the identification, assessment and provision of services to children and young people at risk of offending or those who are already, by their behaviour, within the criminal justice system, and aim to reduce reoffending. To ensure that assessments and interventions are appropriate to the level of risk that the young person presents through good case management To provide services and support to parents and carers of these young people. To support the Victims of crime and their families who have experienced financial and or emotional distress as a result of anti-social or criminal behaviour from children and young people & to assess their needs and wishes with regards to the Restorative Justice process. Key Responsibilities: To undertake comprehensive assessments in a timely manner and ensure that the identified needs of the young people and their families are met, and their risk of re-offending, risk of serious harm to self and others and safety and wellbeing are appropriately addressed by the interventions received. To form, develop and maintain professional relationships with children and young people through direct interventions and supervision. To gather and interpret information on agreed criteria relating to the child, young person, their family or the victim and to implement subsequent procedures. To advise managers or senior colleagues as to any concerns in respect of children/ young people with particular reference to their being at risk of offending, presenting a risk to the public or being at risk themselves from own behaviour or from the abuse of others. To develop and maintain working relationships with victims of crime and their families with regards to the restorative justice principles. To chair and facilitate Team Around the Child, Referral Panel and strategy meetings Undertake Court and bail duties as and when required, including weekends and Bank Holidays on a duty rota basis. To provide verbal and written information to evidence assessment and planning of interventions & implement designated actions from agreed plans. To produce clear, concise and understandable records, reports and other documentation within the framework of record keeping laid down by the Youth Justice Service. To ensure relevant legislation, National Standards and departmental policies and procedures are adhered to and be accountable for all work undertaken. Applicant Requirements: Qualifications: Degree educated in a related discipline or equivalent level of Youth Justice experience. Experience: 2+ years working within a similar role. Compliance: Current DBS check and references covering the last 3 years. Travel: Clean UK driving license with the ability to commute to and from work independently. Hours: 37 hours p/w. Working with Seven Social Care: We have been helping social care professionals find exciting new roles for almost a decade, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities. We operate across the UK, and, with over 300 five-star reviews, multiple awards and amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role. We have a reputation for recruiting at lightning speed, however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements of the position. If you have any queries about a role or application, please visit our website where our amazing candidate support team will be more than happy to help.
Dec 12, 2022
Full time
Seven Resourcing are looking for a temporary Youth Justice Officer to work in Wrexham. This position is initially for a period of 3 months and is paying £20.29 per hour (paid to you via an umbrella company). The role: To assist in achieving the strategic aims of the Wrexham Youth Justice Service through the identification, assessment and provision of services to children and young people at risk of offending or those who are already, by their behaviour, within the criminal justice system, and aim to reduce reoffending. To ensure that assessments and interventions are appropriate to the level of risk that the young person presents through good case management To provide services and support to parents and carers of these young people. To support the Victims of crime and their families who have experienced financial and or emotional distress as a result of anti-social or criminal behaviour from children and young people & to assess their needs and wishes with regards to the Restorative Justice process. Key Responsibilities: To undertake comprehensive assessments in a timely manner and ensure that the identified needs of the young people and their families are met, and their risk of re-offending, risk of serious harm to self and others and safety and wellbeing are appropriately addressed by the interventions received. To form, develop and maintain professional relationships with children and young people through direct interventions and supervision. To gather and interpret information on agreed criteria relating to the child, young person, their family or the victim and to implement subsequent procedures. To advise managers or senior colleagues as to any concerns in respect of children/ young people with particular reference to their being at risk of offending, presenting a risk to the public or being at risk themselves from own behaviour or from the abuse of others. To develop and maintain working relationships with victims of crime and their families with regards to the restorative justice principles. To chair and facilitate Team Around the Child, Referral Panel and strategy meetings Undertake Court and bail duties as and when required, including weekends and Bank Holidays on a duty rota basis. To provide verbal and written information to evidence assessment and planning of interventions & implement designated actions from agreed plans. To produce clear, concise and understandable records, reports and other documentation within the framework of record keeping laid down by the Youth Justice Service. To ensure relevant legislation, National Standards and departmental policies and procedures are adhered to and be accountable for all work undertaken. Applicant Requirements: Qualifications: Degree educated in a related discipline or equivalent level of Youth Justice experience. Experience: 2+ years working within a similar role. Compliance: Current DBS check and references covering the last 3 years. Travel: Clean UK driving license with the ability to commute to and from work independently. Hours: 37 hours p/w. Working with Seven Social Care: We have been helping social care professionals find exciting new roles for almost a decade, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities. We operate across the UK, and, with over 300 five-star reviews, multiple awards and amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role. We have a reputation for recruiting at lightning speed, however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements of the position. If you have any queries about a role or application, please visit our website where our amazing candidate support team will be more than happy to help.
Have you got what it takes to support the hardest-to reach prisoners on a payment by result contract? About the role: The Lead Case Manager will be required to support the existing CFO3 Case Manager, overseeing all service user. You will assist the Service Manager in monitoring, managing and reporting on individual and organisational performance target for HMP Ford on a weekly and monthly basis. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with the Service Manager to identify performance improvement actions and to develop best practice at individual and site level. It will be your responsibility as the Lead Case Manager to monitor data flow, to establish information sharing protocols and accurately record referrals and cohort data. You will ensure that the Case Manager adopts a multi-agency approach, working with a range of statutory and non-statutory partners, including Community Rehabilitation Companies, the National Probation Service, Youth Offending Services, and other voluntary agencies to break down service user barriers to progression. You will also manage an individual caseload at HMP Ford and deputise for the Service Manager as and when needed for contract meetings. About You: To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrable capacity to coordinate a broad service, as well as experience and understanding of working with prisoners in a challenging multi-agency environment on a highly targeted Payment-By -Result contract. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will contribute to the planning and development of Pact's work and have knowledge of safeguarding / child protection practice. Finally, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in build partnerships with a range of agencies What we offer: Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. Other information: Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. About Us: Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust) is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families. Pact s vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. We work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care. Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. We are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. We build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which we work, and on our historic values and ethos developed through our 120+ years of service delivery. Location: HMP Ford - Arundel, West Sussex Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £24,000 per annum Benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Assurance, Season Ticket Loan, EAP Scheme. Closing date: 05-08-2022 You may have experience of the following: Case Manager, Social Care Manager, Lead Case Manager, Senior Support Worker, Case Lead, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Case Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Social Worker, Case Worker, Engagement, Community Support, Rehabilitation, Resettlement, etc. Ref:
Jul 11, 2022
Full time
Have you got what it takes to support the hardest-to reach prisoners on a payment by result contract? About the role: The Lead Case Manager will be required to support the existing CFO3 Case Manager, overseeing all service user. You will assist the Service Manager in monitoring, managing and reporting on individual and organisational performance target for HMP Ford on a weekly and monthly basis. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with the Service Manager to identify performance improvement actions and to develop best practice at individual and site level. It will be your responsibility as the Lead Case Manager to monitor data flow, to establish information sharing protocols and accurately record referrals and cohort data. You will ensure that the Case Manager adopts a multi-agency approach, working with a range of statutory and non-statutory partners, including Community Rehabilitation Companies, the National Probation Service, Youth Offending Services, and other voluntary agencies to break down service user barriers to progression. You will also manage an individual caseload at HMP Ford and deputise for the Service Manager as and when needed for contract meetings. About You: To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrable capacity to coordinate a broad service, as well as experience and understanding of working with prisoners in a challenging multi-agency environment on a highly targeted Payment-By -Result contract. You will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a demanding workload. You will contribute to the planning and development of Pact's work and have knowledge of safeguarding / child protection practice. Finally, you will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in build partnerships with a range of agencies What we offer: Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. Other information: Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3-year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. About Us: Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust) is a pioneering national charity that provides caring and life changing services to men and women in prison, to people with convictions on release and in the community, and to their children and families. Pact s vision is of a society in which justice is understood as a process of restoration and healing, in which prisons are used sparingly and as places of learning and rehabilitation, and in which the innate dignity and worth of every human being is valued. We work for the common good of Society, taking a public health-based approach. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, child and family welfare, mental health, wellbeing provision and health & social care. Our volunteers and staff can be found in courts, prisons, probation services, and in communities across England & Wales. We are a diverse, inclusive, modern, and collaborative charity. We build effective partnerships and sustainable solutions based on our well-established understanding of the systems in which we work, and on our historic values and ethos developed through our 120+ years of service delivery. Location: HMP Ford - Arundel, West Sussex Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £24,000 per annum Benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme, Life Assurance, Season Ticket Loan, EAP Scheme. Closing date: 05-08-2022 You may have experience of the following: Case Manager, Social Care Manager, Lead Case Manager, Senior Support Worker, Case Lead, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Case Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Social Worker, Case Worker, Engagement, Community Support, Rehabilitation, Resettlement, etc. Ref:
