This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant team Manager to join our fantastic Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team. The team is county-wide, based at Quadrant Court; however, there is an opportunity to work flexibly, including from your own home and at other Surrey County Council offices. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Reflective practice sessions Annual BIA legal updates About the Team The team consists of administrative staff, Best Interest Assessors and Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads who work collaboratively together to ensure that the objectives of the team are achieved. In doing so, there is an established ethos of supporting each other and team working, as well as working independently. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further develop your understanding and experience of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and you will be helping to support MCA practice across adult social care in Surrey. Furthermore, you will receive regular supervision, reflective practice sessions and annual BIA legal update training as part of your role. About the Role Primarily, you will assist with leading, motivating and managing a team to ensure the service provided is consistent, effective and delivers positive outcomes for individuals, their carers and families. You will also contribute to and support the development of practice, procedures, and policy within the team, and provide day to day management and oversight of team processes. This oversight will extend to the team's busy duty system, which includes triaging incoming DOLS authorisation requests, quality assuring assessments, responding to email and telephone queries, and providing support and advice to both external agencies and other adult social care teams. You will provide supervision to Best Interest Assessors and DOLS coordinators within the team. You will undertake Best Interest Assessments in care homes and hospitals where people are being deprived of their liberty; often these will be the more 'complex' requests and will require you to have detailed understanding and knowledge of the application of DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Best Interest Assessor qualification and relevant post qualifying experience. Ability to prioritise workload and to make decisions concerning people's liberty. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to use IT systems with confidence and capable of producing reports of a high standard that will bear legal scrutiny. Excellent working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and other related legislation. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. For internal applicants looking for a secondment opportunity please seek your line managers approval before applying Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant team Manager to join our fantastic Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team. The team is county-wide, based at Quadrant Court; however, there is an opportunity to work flexibly, including from your own home and at other Surrey County Council offices. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Reflective practice sessions Annual BIA legal updates About the Team The team consists of administrative staff, Best Interest Assessors and Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads who work collaboratively together to ensure that the objectives of the team are achieved. In doing so, there is an established ethos of supporting each other and team working, as well as working independently. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further develop your understanding and experience of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and you will be helping to support MCA practice across adult social care in Surrey. Furthermore, you will receive regular supervision, reflective practice sessions and annual BIA legal update training as part of your role. About the Role Primarily, you will assist with leading, motivating and managing a team to ensure the service provided is consistent, effective and delivers positive outcomes for individuals, their carers and families. You will also contribute to and support the development of practice, procedures, and policy within the team, and provide day to day management and oversight of team processes. This oversight will extend to the team's busy duty system, which includes triaging incoming DOLS authorisation requests, quality assuring assessments, responding to email and telephone queries, and providing support and advice to both external agencies and other adult social care teams. You will provide supervision to Best Interest Assessors and DOLS coordinators within the team. You will undertake Best Interest Assessments in care homes and hospitals where people are being deprived of their liberty; often these will be the more 'complex' requests and will require you to have detailed understanding and knowledge of the application of DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Best Interest Assessor qualification and relevant post qualifying experience. Ability to prioritise workload and to make decisions concerning people's liberty. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to use IT systems with confidence and capable of producing reports of a high standard that will bear legal scrutiny. Excellent working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and other related legislation. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. For internal applicants looking for a secondment opportunity please seek your line managers approval before applying Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Job title: Full Stack Developer Salary: £53,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Location: Bath (Hybrid, WFH 1-2 days a week) Unlimited Holiday scheme! Description: Bluefuse is seeking a talented mid to senior full-stack web developer to join our team. At Bluefuse, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional technical solutions tailored to our clients' needs. We specialise in Laravel web apps but also maintain various mobile apps and frontend frameworks. We are seeking a candidate who is an exceptional problem solver, optimistic, and motivated to deliver high-quality results with an eye for detail. We value individuals who approach challenges with a positive attitude and thrive in dynamic environments. We are looking for a passionate individual who keeps themselves up to date on relevant and new technologies. If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact and tackling complex problems, we encourage you to join our team at Bluefuse. Responsibilities: Collaborate internally and with clients to define, design, and ship new features. Develop and maintain high-quality web and mobile apps. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends. Troubleshoot and debug complex applications, sometimes in unfamiliar technologies. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members. Help to maintain documentation for all development activities. Requirements: 5+ years experience developing web-based software. 3+ years experience with Laravel. SQL proficient and can handle Eloquent efficiently with MSSQL, MySQL and/or PostgreSQL. Proficiency in front-end frameworks such as Angular, React or Vue3. Ability to optimise performance and efficiency while managing large datasets and performing compute-intensive actions. Fundamental understanding of microservice architecture principles. Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex issues. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to guide and train team members to foster continuous learning and growth. Proactive attitude towards learning and implementing new technologies and methodologies. Desirables: 5+ years experience in Fintech with relevant skills, such as meeting regulatory requirements, implementing payment platforms, and heightened security. Experience implementing off-the-shelf or custom business process managers and/or business rule engines. AWS Certification (e.g. Cloud practitioner, Developer). Proven experience in teaching, demonstrated through medium posts, blogs, or other platforms. Demonstrated experience in contributing to a variety of open-source projects. Good knowledge of web-related infrastructure components such as Nginx, including server setup, configuration, and maintenance. Experience with multi-tenanted, complex (ideally Laravel) applications. Benefits At Bluefuse, our team are the cornerstone of our success. With two decades of experience under our belt, we've cultivated a diverse and vibrant culture where each team member's expertise is valued. We're dedicated to prioritising our team's wellbeing because we firmly believe that work should be fulfilling and enjoyable for all. We value work-life balance, offering an unlimited holiday scheme for rest and rejuvenation. Flexible working hours are on the table, as long as they don't disrupt our team or clients. While remote work is an option, we love to see everyone in the office regularly - it keeps our collaboration game strong and our output top-notch. A line-up of fun social activities tailored to everyone's interests, which includes our annual team weekend away, fuels our cohesive team dynamic. Additionally, our team enjoys frequent socials and activities, including office darts tournaments, gaming sessions, and board game nights. To top it off, we offer all employees a shiny new MacBook, allowing you to work your magic with ease! About Bluefuse We pride ourselves on being a small, diverse, and exceptionally friendly team. At the core of our business is our unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled service to our clients. We go above and beyond, consistently striving to exceed expectations. We collaborate closely with our clients to architect and build a diverse range of technical solutions. We pride ourselves on our adaptability with clients and we aim to foster an environment of continuous learning and growth. Our contemporary open plan office in the heart of Bath city centre is just a stone's throw from the train and bus stations. It's the perfect workspace for a conducive environment, fostering open conversations and positive teamwork. For those much-needed breaks, a dart board and gaming console are available. Our office features a beer fridge, which we crack open every Friday afternoon to toast to a week of hard work. Interview Process Our interview process at Bluefuse consists of two key stages to ensure we find the best fit for our team: Initial Interview: An initial conversation with our Managing Director and Operations Director to assess cultural fit and alignment in values. Second Interview: Held by the Technical Lead, delving into technical capabilities. This phase will include a technical evaluation involving a whiteboard session solving a specific project with technical questioning. Dedicated to equal opportunities, Bluefuse celebrates applicants from all walks of life because, hey, our differences; they're what make us awesome. Join us at Bluefuse, where every day is an opportunity to work with a fantastic team, provide exceptional service, and have a great time doing it. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Job title: Full Stack Developer Salary: £53,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Location: Bath (Hybrid, WFH 1-2 days a week) Unlimited Holiday scheme! Description: Bluefuse is seeking a talented mid to senior full-stack web developer to join our team. At Bluefuse, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional technical solutions tailored to our clients' needs. We specialise in Laravel web apps but also maintain various mobile apps and frontend frameworks. We are seeking a candidate who is an exceptional problem solver, optimistic, and motivated to deliver high-quality results with an eye for detail. We value individuals who approach challenges with a positive attitude and thrive in dynamic environments. We are looking for a passionate individual who keeps themselves up to date on relevant and new technologies. If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact and tackling complex problems, we encourage you to join our team at Bluefuse. Responsibilities: Collaborate internally and with clients to define, design, and ship new features. Develop and maintain high-quality web and mobile apps. Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends. Troubleshoot and debug complex applications, sometimes in unfamiliar technologies. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members. Help to maintain documentation for all development activities. Requirements: 5+ years experience developing web-based software. 3+ years experience with Laravel. SQL proficient and can handle Eloquent efficiently with MSSQL, MySQL and/or PostgreSQL. Proficiency in front-end frameworks such as Angular, React or Vue3. Ability to optimise performance and efficiency while managing large datasets and performing compute-intensive actions. Fundamental understanding of microservice architecture principles. Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex issues. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Willingness to guide and train team members to foster continuous learning and growth. Proactive attitude towards learning and implementing new technologies and methodologies. Desirables: 5+ years experience in Fintech with relevant skills, such as meeting regulatory requirements, implementing payment platforms, and heightened security. Experience implementing off-the-shelf or custom business process managers and/or business rule engines. AWS Certification (e.g. Cloud practitioner, Developer). Proven experience in teaching, demonstrated through medium posts, blogs, or other platforms. Demonstrated experience in contributing to a variety of open-source projects. Good knowledge of web-related infrastructure components such as Nginx, including server setup, configuration, and maintenance. Experience with multi-tenanted, complex (ideally Laravel) applications. Benefits At Bluefuse, our team are the cornerstone of our success. With two decades of experience under our belt, we've cultivated a diverse and vibrant culture where each team member's expertise is valued. We're dedicated to prioritising our team's wellbeing because we firmly believe that work should be fulfilling and enjoyable for all. We value work-life balance, offering an unlimited holiday scheme for rest and rejuvenation. Flexible working hours are on the table, as long as they don't disrupt our team or clients. While remote work is an option, we love to see everyone in the office regularly - it keeps our collaboration game strong and our output top-notch. A line-up of fun social activities tailored to everyone's interests, which includes our annual team weekend away, fuels our cohesive team dynamic. Additionally, our team enjoys frequent socials and activities, including office darts tournaments, gaming sessions, and board game nights. To top it off, we offer all employees a shiny new MacBook, allowing you to work your magic with ease! About Bluefuse We pride ourselves on being a small, diverse, and exceptionally friendly team. At the core of our business is our unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled service to our clients. We go above and beyond, consistently striving to exceed expectations. We collaborate closely with our clients to architect and build a diverse range of technical solutions. We pride ourselves on our adaptability with clients and we aim to foster an environment of continuous learning and growth. Our contemporary open plan office in the heart of Bath city centre is just a stone's throw from the train and bus stations. It's the perfect workspace for a conducive environment, fostering open conversations and positive teamwork. For those much-needed breaks, a dart board and gaming console are available. Our office features a beer fridge, which we crack open every Friday afternoon to toast to a week of hard work. Interview Process Our interview process at Bluefuse consists of two key stages to ensure we find the best fit for our team: Initial Interview: An initial conversation with our Managing Director and Operations Director to assess cultural fit and alignment in values. Second Interview: Held by the Technical Lead, delving into technical capabilities. This phase will include a technical evaluation involving a whiteboard session solving a specific project with technical questioning. Dedicated to equal opportunities, Bluefuse celebrates applicants from all walks of life because, hey, our differences; they're what make us awesome. Join us at Bluefuse, where every day is an opportunity to work with a fantastic team, provide exceptional service, and have a great time doing it. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker FAST- Norwich Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Norwich Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Norfolk is a wonderful place to live and work. With our 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Childrens Social Worker-FAST- Great Yarmouth Job Description Childrens Social Worker Family Assessment and Safeguarding Team- Great Yarmouth Full and part time Salary up to £45,442 (pro rata for part time) plus financial rewards of: £2k welcome payment Up to £12,000 for continued service Up to £10K relocation package Who cares that the job of a child protection social worker can be tough? We do . WHO CARES? WE DO. Join us. We're recruiting social workers now at Norfolk County Council. TV AD - YouTube There couldn't be a better time to join Childrens Services at Norfolk County Council. Ofsted inspected our children services in November 2022 and published their report in January 2023. We are rated Good in all areas, following significant improvements, and the report recognised that we have transformed our children's services. Read Ofsted's Inspection of Norfolk Children's Services November 2022 report Key highlights from the latest report: Personal advisers and social workers have caseloads which 'enable them to build enduring and effective relationships with their young people and support them into adulthood'. Working in Norfolk you will be empowered to be tenacious and creative in using a range of tools and theoretical frameworks to help children through significant and traumatic experiences. Relationship-based partnership working is one of our strengths in Norfolk with an innovative system-wide approach to the delivery of services and a diverse range of multi-agency support services focused on building resilience and ensuring that needs are met quickly and at the lowest level. Our executive director of children's services (DCS) Sara Tough is an exemplary leader who champions the needs of children and young people with a strong senior management team who together provide continuity of management and strategic direction. In Norfolk we've invested millions to completely change our operating model and create the professional and emotional support around you that you need to do the job you trained for, to get the best outcomes for children and families, and to achieve a work-life balance that suits you. We're realistic about the challenges, but we're passionate about how we can support you to meet them, so you can enjoy the rewards social work has to offer. Our new operating model supports practitioners, with: Streamlined paperwork - so you can spend less time filling in forms and writing reports Two members of support staff for every social work team to reduce your admin Dedicated court work facilitators to support you Continuous development of the professionals that you as a case-holding social worker can call in to help you, including domestic abuse specialists, homebased support workers, substance misuse workers A Children's Advice and Duty Service (CADS) team to triage cases to the right teams, so you can focus on where you can make the biggest difference We're working towards aligning mental health practitioners more closely to our teams. We have already seen reduced contacts, referrals, and a big reduction in the number of assessments which do not lead to ongoing work. "The breadth and depth of circumstances you experience being a fast social worker means there is scope to either develop a specialism and pursue something you are interested in, or alternatively have a varied caseload. The FAST model means that you are able to work with children from the point of referral onward meaning you have the opportunity to work long term with families and form strong and consistent relationships with the children you work with. There is a good variety of work between assessment, long-term work and court work and as such you have the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas." Robyn, FAST Social Worker In addition to being a social worker registered with Social Work England, you will: Previous experience working within a children's social care environment (we have a supported programme if you have had a career break or have worked in a different sector). Completion of your AYSE A proven track record of excellent practice and a passion for improving the lives of children The ability to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals In return we will offer you: A supportive team who cares about your wellbeing and professional development We offer flexible working arrangements including condensed four-day week working, hybrid working, nine-day fortnights and other options We offer a generous annual leave entitlement - plus the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave through our salary sacrifice scheme We offer maternity, paternity and adoption pay and time off to support you as your family grows. There is an independently run nursery within the Norfolk County Council grounds which offers priority spaces to our employees We offer support if you care for relatives or friends who are older, disabled or seriously ill We are committed to promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of our social workers. We provide access to services that support your health and wellbeing, such as confidential counselling and advice, fast-track physiotherapy and NHS Health Checks for employees over 40 We have a great offer waiting for you, not to mention a great lifestyle in Norfolk to help you with your work life balance. All our office-based roles are currently working in a hybrid way between home and office as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and your office base will be in Sprowston, Norwich. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity. We are recruiting experienced social workers to our teams countywide. We'd love to tell you more about being a Social Worker in Norfolk! Please call Deborah our Recruitment Business Partner on or email Applications will be reviewed once submitted so please apply NOW! Job Description and Personal Specification Great Yarmouth is a wonderful place to live and work, it is a large seaside market town with beautiful beaches, a lower than average cost of living and lots of things to do with the family. Norfolk 90 miles of stunning coastline, seaside towns, our famous broads and not forgetting Norwich, a fine city rich with culture, history and diversity, our fabulous county has something to offer everyone, and it is a great place to bring your family! Living and working in Norfolk - Norfolk County Council We are committed to equality and inclusion and welcome applications irrespective of gender identity, disability, marital status, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy status, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We are proud to have achieved Carer Friendly Employer Status, Disability Confident Leader Status, the Employer Recognition Scheme award for the Armed Forces Covenant and to be one of the authorities piloting the workforce race equality standard (WRES). For qualified and experienced Social Workers (Grade J and above with 2 years' post qualified experience) new to Norfolk County Council in FAST For eligible service in FAST teams as a Level 2 or Senior Social Worker paid £3,000 after year one, £4,000 after year three and £5,000 after year five. (Pro rata basis for part time employees. Payments subject to tax, national insurance and pensionable) Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are submitted so don't delay - apply ASAP! About Us We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate. We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county. We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation. We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.
Non Stop care are working with a well established authority in the South East who are looking for a Senior Practitioner / experience social worker for the newly developed working age mental health and Substance Misuse Service. The role offers hybrid working, reduced caseloads alongside a competitive hourly rate With this role, you will be responsible for providing tailored care plans and interventions, ensuring that individuals receive the support they need to progress on their recovery journey. This post offers a s table, on-going contract as well as hybrid working flexibility , ensuring you can manage your workload and visits within your convenience and enjoy a healthier work-life balance alongside job security. Benefits Contract/Full-Time Stable Ongoing contract- perm or locum available Home working/ remote Flexibility-x2 days per week in office Collaborative team approach Permanent stable mangement team Supportive team Up to 35/hr Manageable workload Requirements Experience working with individuals who have mental health issues and substance misuse A sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Experience in the field of safeguarding and knowledge of safeguarding procedures A valid Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA in Social Work or equivalent) Registration with Social Work England We are looking for candidates who: Motivate staff in challenging times Lead the design and development of new service initiatives Work with a range of people and organisations. Have strong communications skills. Telephone interviews will take place as and when strong candidates become available. If you're interested don't delay and send across your CV today to (url removed) We at NonStop are committed to Connecting you with top employers and providing meaningful careers in the Health Service! If this role is not quite right for you but you would like to have a conversation about other roles please contact (phone number removed) and ask for Michelle, as we specialise in Health & Social Care recruitment across the UK.
Apr 19, 2024
Contractor
Non Stop care are working with a well established authority in the South East who are looking for a Senior Practitioner / experience social worker for the newly developed working age mental health and Substance Misuse Service. The role offers hybrid working, reduced caseloads alongside a competitive hourly rate With this role, you will be responsible for providing tailored care plans and interventions, ensuring that individuals receive the support they need to progress on their recovery journey. This post offers a s table, on-going contract as well as hybrid working flexibility , ensuring you can manage your workload and visits within your convenience and enjoy a healthier work-life balance alongside job security. Benefits Contract/Full-Time Stable Ongoing contract- perm or locum available Home working/ remote Flexibility-x2 days per week in office Collaborative team approach Permanent stable mangement team Supportive team Up to 35/hr Manageable workload Requirements Experience working with individuals who have mental health issues and substance misuse A sound understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Experience in the field of safeguarding and knowledge of safeguarding procedures A valid Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA in Social Work or equivalent) Registration with Social Work England We are looking for candidates who: Motivate staff in challenging times Lead the design and development of new service initiatives Work with a range of people and organisations. Have strong communications skills. Telephone interviews will take place as and when strong candidates become available. If you're interested don't delay and send across your CV today to (url removed) We at NonStop are committed to Connecting you with top employers and providing meaningful careers in the Health Service! If this role is not quite right for you but you would like to have a conversation about other roles please contact (phone number removed) and ask for Michelle, as we specialise in Health & Social Care recruitment across the UK.
Bridgend County Borough Council
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Adult Social care Job description 37 hours per week We are looking for an experienced, autonomous, and motivated Vision Rehabilitation Specialist who wants to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. Our Sensory Team is part of Bridgend's Community Resource Team which is a comprehensive multi-professional service comprising Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Pharmacists, Speech & Language Therapists, Dieticians and support staff. The team is based in an assessment centre with rehabilitation facilities on site. The Sensory Team supports people with Sight Loss, Hearing Loss and Dual Sensory Loss (including those with additional disabilities and complex needs) to meet their social care needs, promote their independence, and help them achieve their goals and outcomes and improve their wellbeing. The team offers advice, support and guidance, home-based assessments, rehabilitation including orientation and mobility training, daily living skills, low vision therapy, communication in providing equipment/adaptations and emotional/psychological support as well as signposting to a range of specialist services. The role involves managing your own case load, fully utilising multi-agency working to ensure the best outcomes for individuals and keeping up to date with new developments and technologies. Staff have the opportunity for growth and development within the team and sector. We can offer you: Investment in your development, with training learning and development opportunities available. Professional support from a specialist Senior Practitioner We pay for your continued professional membership Competitive rate of pay Free parking at the office Flexi-time scheme Flexible working The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. Criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 08 May 2024 Shortlisting Date: 10 May 2024 Interview Date: 24 May 2024 Job Description & Person Specification Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Adult Social care Job description 37 hours per week We are looking for an experienced, autonomous, and motivated Vision Rehabilitation Specialist who wants to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. Our Sensory Team is part of Bridgend's Community Resource Team which is a comprehensive multi-professional service comprising Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Pharmacists, Speech & Language Therapists, Dieticians and support staff. The team is based in an assessment centre with rehabilitation facilities on site. The Sensory Team supports people with Sight Loss, Hearing Loss and Dual Sensory Loss (including those with additional disabilities and complex needs) to meet their social care needs, promote their independence, and help them achieve their goals and outcomes and improve their wellbeing. The team offers advice, support and guidance, home-based assessments, rehabilitation including orientation and mobility training, daily living skills, low vision therapy, communication in providing equipment/adaptations and emotional/psychological support as well as signposting to a range of specialist services. The role involves managing your own case load, fully utilising multi-agency working to ensure the best outcomes for individuals and keeping up to date with new developments and technologies. Staff have the opportunity for growth and development within the team and sector. We can offer you: Investment in your development, with training learning and development opportunities available. Professional support from a specialist Senior Practitioner We pay for your continued professional membership Competitive rate of pay Free parking at the office Flexi-time scheme Flexible working The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. Criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post. A valid driving licence is requirement for this post. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 08 May 2024 Shortlisting Date: 10 May 2024 Interview Date: 24 May 2024 Job Description & Person Specification Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
Healthcare Business Development Director (Public and Private Sectors) We are looking for a Healthcare Business Development Director to secure and develop the most exciting AI and digital transformation contracts across the sector. You'll join a talented team of dynamic and driven professional problem solvers; creative thinkers and solutions builders who thrive on helping clients meet the most exciting digital transformation challenges. At a certified Great Place to Work you'll experience a dynamic and nurturing environment that rewards initiative and flexibility and enjoy a career path tailored to your own aspirations. The winner of two Queen's Award for Innovation, Informed Solutions delivers platforms and services that support large-scale digital transformation using data and AI. Our digital, data and technology solutions are used by globally recognised public and private sector brands operating in a variety of sectors including Civil Defence, Healthcare, Sustainable Environment and Land Asset Management, and Digital Democracy. Healthcare Business Development Director Position We are seeking a Business Development Director to work as part of our established leadership team in the Healthcare sector . Our trusted and proven experience in data analytics, unification and interoperability, and smart and ethical use of artificial intelligence and machine learning are central ingredients that are helping shape a modern, empowered digital health service that places both patients and clinicians at the heart of digital service design. Winners of the Silver Medal for Innovative Health Solutions at the prestigious 2023 World Innovation Technology Services Alliances (WITSA) Awards, our data science-led work with NHS England is helping transform patient safety across the NHS Estate. The service uses advanced data sciences including AI, Machine Learning, and analytics, to drive learning and insight to improve patient safety across the NHS. The service manages over 2m incidents per year, integrates data from 8,000 NHS health and social care providers, and connects to hundreds of local risk management systems. Our work on critical national health infrastructure extends to cover a number of specialist national bodies and authorities, including the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC). Working in close partnership with the United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA) , we provide strategic advice and specialist resources to increase the Agency's digital capability as it transitions from a focus on pandemic response to an enduring and extensive health protection service. As Business Development Director, you will have a key role in building trusted relationships and developing business with new clients with the healthcare sector. You will: Be an ambassador for the company in healthcare as well as securing profitable, sustainable business that supports our growth and enhances our reputation. Play a lead role in developing enterprise-level digital transformation, AI and analytics business within public and private Healthcare sectors at national, regional and local levels. Help to continually evolve our healthcare value propositions for both transformation services and our product lines. Build strong, lasting client relationships based on trust, including negotiating and building rapport with senior stakeholders. Design commercial models and deals that ensure our contracts are sustainable and profitable. Lead business development efforts of the wider healthcare team, including leading on bid and proposition development. Build strategic partnerships and alliances from across our marketplace to ensure we offer the most attractive mix of capability and capacity to our prospective clients. Requirements Excellent knowledge of the healthcare digital market and the ability to position our offerings to a range of national, regional and local buyers. A structured, hands-on approach that draws on proven experience in applying best practice proposition development techniques in a similar environment. A passion for developing business through building lasting relationships and representing a strong, trusted corporate brand. A leadership style that is engaging, trustworthy and confident, with the ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholders, from practitioners to C-Suite. A communications style that is compelling and engaging, combined with a relationship management approach that is friendly and approachable. An understanding of the products and services that encompass enterprise and national scale digital transformation solutions in public and private Healthcare. Outstanding presentation, proposition development and time management skills, and a willingness and ability to develop these skills in others. Comfortable with multi-faceted contracts with deal sizes in excess of £5m. Able to work constructively and collaboratively with colleagues under pressure. Other Information Location There is flexibility to be based out of our London or Manchester offices, however given the nature of the role, you will need to travel to co-locate with colleagues and clients across the UK, developing strategic relationships through the appropriate combination of face-to-face and digital engagement. We are offering an outstanding base salary, commission and benefits package that is both generous and flexible, with the opportunity to grow with one of the UK's most exciting digital solutions companies. Our benefits package compliments our highly competitive salaries and our great working environment. We believe that our people should be properly rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of our business through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits that build with tenure and achievement, including: Industry leading health and wellbeing plan catering to individual needs, including 24/7 GP services, and a range of mental and physical health support services. Hybrid Working Private Health Care cover Company Pension contribution Generous Life Assurance cover Weekly office lunches and regular social events 25 paid working days holiday per year plus bank holidays Paid Sabbatical and Unpaid Leave schemes Enhanced Maternity Leave and Pay Enhanced Paternity Leave and Pay Payment of professional subscriptions Culture We are proud to nurture a workplace culture that is diverse, inclusive, rewarding, and egalitarian. We strive to live up to our values of Innovation, Excellence, and Integrity by thinking about things differently, always doing our best, and acting in good faith at all times. We're a team of passionate problem solvers. We take pride in helping our clients accelerate and de-risk digital business change so that we can collaborate and codesign world class digital services that solve complex business and safety critical problems, particularly where place, location or geography are important. Our workplace culture reflects how we go about our work, the type of work that we choose to do, and our commitment and contribution to the sustainable social, environmental, and economic development aims of the communities that we are part of. We focus both on technical skills and equally importantly, on the cultural fit of prospective new colleagues. Our success relies on fostering an environment where creativity and collaboration produces great outcomes for our people, our clients, and our partners. If you have any questions regarding this role, please do not hesitate to contact Recruitment Manager Max Ottavianelli at .
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Healthcare Business Development Director (Public and Private Sectors) We are looking for a Healthcare Business Development Director to secure and develop the most exciting AI and digital transformation contracts across the sector. You'll join a talented team of dynamic and driven professional problem solvers; creative thinkers and solutions builders who thrive on helping clients meet the most exciting digital transformation challenges. At a certified Great Place to Work you'll experience a dynamic and nurturing environment that rewards initiative and flexibility and enjoy a career path tailored to your own aspirations. The winner of two Queen's Award for Innovation, Informed Solutions delivers platforms and services that support large-scale digital transformation using data and AI. Our digital, data and technology solutions are used by globally recognised public and private sector brands operating in a variety of sectors including Civil Defence, Healthcare, Sustainable Environment and Land Asset Management, and Digital Democracy. Healthcare Business Development Director Position We are seeking a Business Development Director to work as part of our established leadership team in the Healthcare sector . Our trusted and proven experience in data analytics, unification and interoperability, and smart and ethical use of artificial intelligence and machine learning are central ingredients that are helping shape a modern, empowered digital health service that places both patients and clinicians at the heart of digital service design. Winners of the Silver Medal for Innovative Health Solutions at the prestigious 2023 World Innovation Technology Services Alliances (WITSA) Awards, our data science-led work with NHS England is helping transform patient safety across the NHS Estate. The service uses advanced data sciences including AI, Machine Learning, and analytics, to drive learning and insight to improve patient safety across the NHS. The service manages over 2m incidents per year, integrates data from 8,000 NHS health and social care providers, and connects to hundreds of local risk management systems. Our work on critical national health infrastructure extends to cover a number of specialist national bodies and authorities, including the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC). Working in close partnership with the United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA) , we provide strategic advice and specialist resources to increase the Agency's digital capability as it transitions from a focus on pandemic response to an enduring and extensive health protection service. As Business Development Director, you will have a key role in building trusted relationships and developing business with new clients with the healthcare sector. You will: Be an ambassador for the company in healthcare as well as securing profitable, sustainable business that supports our growth and enhances our reputation. Play a lead role in developing enterprise-level digital transformation, AI and analytics business within public and private Healthcare sectors at national, regional and local levels. Help to continually evolve our healthcare value propositions for both transformation services and our product lines. Build strong, lasting client relationships based on trust, including negotiating and building rapport with senior stakeholders. Design commercial models and deals that ensure our contracts are sustainable and profitable. Lead business development efforts of the wider healthcare team, including leading on bid and proposition development. Build strategic partnerships and alliances from across our marketplace to ensure we offer the most attractive mix of capability and capacity to our prospective clients. Requirements Excellent knowledge of the healthcare digital market and the ability to position our offerings to a range of national, regional and local buyers. A structured, hands-on approach that draws on proven experience in applying best practice proposition development techniques in a similar environment. A passion for developing business through building lasting relationships and representing a strong, trusted corporate brand. A leadership style that is engaging, trustworthy and confident, with the ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholders, from practitioners to C-Suite. A communications style that is compelling and engaging, combined with a relationship management approach that is friendly and approachable. An understanding of the products and services that encompass enterprise and national scale digital transformation solutions in public and private Healthcare. Outstanding presentation, proposition development and time management skills, and a willingness and ability to develop these skills in others. Comfortable with multi-faceted contracts with deal sizes in excess of £5m. Able to work constructively and collaboratively with colleagues under pressure. Other Information Location There is flexibility to be based out of our London or Manchester offices, however given the nature of the role, you will need to travel to co-locate with colleagues and clients across the UK, developing strategic relationships through the appropriate combination of face-to-face and digital engagement. We are offering an outstanding base salary, commission and benefits package that is both generous and flexible, with the opportunity to grow with one of the UK's most exciting digital solutions companies. Our benefits package compliments our highly competitive salaries and our great working environment. We believe that our people should be properly rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of our business through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits that build with tenure and achievement, including: Industry leading health and wellbeing plan catering to individual needs, including 24/7 GP services, and a range of mental and physical health support services. Hybrid Working Private Health Care cover Company Pension contribution Generous Life Assurance cover Weekly office lunches and regular social events 25 paid working days holiday per year plus bank holidays Paid Sabbatical and Unpaid Leave schemes Enhanced Maternity Leave and Pay Enhanced Paternity Leave and Pay Payment of professional subscriptions Culture We are proud to nurture a workplace culture that is diverse, inclusive, rewarding, and egalitarian. We strive to live up to our values of Innovation, Excellence, and Integrity by thinking about things differently, always doing our best, and acting in good faith at all times. We're a team of passionate problem solvers. We take pride in helping our clients accelerate and de-risk digital business change so that we can collaborate and codesign world class digital services that solve complex business and safety critical problems, particularly where place, location or geography are important. Our workplace culture reflects how we go about our work, the type of work that we choose to do, and our commitment and contribution to the sustainable social, environmental, and economic development aims of the communities that we are part of. We focus both on technical skills and equally importantly, on the cultural fit of prospective new colleagues. Our success relies on fostering an environment where creativity and collaboration produces great outcomes for our people, our clients, and our partners. If you have any questions regarding this role, please do not hesitate to contact Recruitment Manager Max Ottavianelli at .
Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider positive risk-taking to enhance their wellbeing. Be able to identify safeguarding concerns if vulnerable residents have experienced harm, and discuss with your line manager if a qualified social worker needs to undertake section 42 enquiries in cases where the safeguarding threshold is met. Be responsible for delivering high quality and legally compliant Adult Social Care support in a timely way to agreed standards. Be able to complete "court fit" mental capacity assessments and engage residents and their families in best interest decision-making where required. If this is something you'll be interested in then please apply or get in contact for more info.
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider positive risk-taking to enhance their wellbeing. Be able to identify safeguarding concerns if vulnerable residents have experienced harm, and discuss with your line manager if a qualified social worker needs to undertake section 42 enquiries in cases where the safeguarding threshold is met. Be responsible for delivering high quality and legally compliant Adult Social Care support in a timely way to agreed standards. Be able to complete "court fit" mental capacity assessments and engage residents and their families in best interest decision-making where required. If this is something you'll be interested in then please apply or get in contact for more info.
Team Manger - Support and Safeguarding - Qualified Social Workers Location - Northampton Category - Social Care - Children Salary Range - 54,000 - 58,327 Join Our clients Team as a Social Work Team Manager! Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for leadership and making a positive impact on children's lives? We are currently seeking a dedicated individual with current Social Work England registration and prior leadership experience to join one of our client's teams at Northampton. As a Social Work Team Manager, you will provide essential leadership to a dynamic team comprising an Advanced Practitioner, Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and Newly Qualified Social Workers. Your primary responsibility will be to allocate and prioritise workloads effectively, ensuring the welfare of children remains paramount while nurturing your team's professional growth to deliver effective and efficient services. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage your team to meet objectives and achieve performance targets. Oversee children's support and safeguarding activities, including child protection plans, child-in-need plans, and legal proceedings. Collaborate with multi-agency partners to conduct assessments and provide intensive, direct interventions tailored to meet complex needs and manage associated risks. Advocate for young people's well-being, ensuring they receive adequate support, housing, and opportunities for education, training, or employment. About You: Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Ideally possess a Level 5 NVQ Management qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Proven ability to manage and develop a team, addressing performance issues through support and coaching. Previous experience in budgetary control and strong ICT skills. Ability to represent the service at a senior level when necessary. If you are ready to take on this rewarding leadership role and contribute to making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help shape a brighter future for our community. INDHSC
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Team Manger - Support and Safeguarding - Qualified Social Workers Location - Northampton Category - Social Care - Children Salary Range - 54,000 - 58,327 Join Our clients Team as a Social Work Team Manager! Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for leadership and making a positive impact on children's lives? We are currently seeking a dedicated individual with current Social Work England registration and prior leadership experience to join one of our client's teams at Northampton. As a Social Work Team Manager, you will provide essential leadership to a dynamic team comprising an Advanced Practitioner, Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and Newly Qualified Social Workers. Your primary responsibility will be to allocate and prioritise workloads effectively, ensuring the welfare of children remains paramount while nurturing your team's professional growth to deliver effective and efficient services. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage your team to meet objectives and achieve performance targets. Oversee children's support and safeguarding activities, including child protection plans, child-in-need plans, and legal proceedings. Collaborate with multi-agency partners to conduct assessments and provide intensive, direct interventions tailored to meet complex needs and manage associated risks. Advocate for young people's well-being, ensuring they receive adequate support, housing, and opportunities for education, training, or employment. About You: Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Ideally possess a Level 5 NVQ Management qualification or equivalent relevant experience. Proven ability to manage and develop a team, addressing performance issues through support and coaching. Previous experience in budgetary control and strong ICT skills. Ability to represent the service at a senior level when necessary. If you are ready to take on this rewarding leadership role and contribute to making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help shape a brighter future for our community. INDHSC
This role has a starting salary of £31,262 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. 'I have recently joined the transition team at SCC, it is a wonderful friendly welcoming and inclusive team. I look forward to continued growth learning and development within the team. I love the ethos and values of Surrey County Council. We care about our residents, being excellent, transparency , teamwork and respect.' - Senior Social Care Assistant at Surrey County Council. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Social Care Assistants to join our fantastic Transition team. The team is based in Quadrant Court, Woking or Woodhatch Place, Reigate. There is currently 1 permanent vacancy available, we also welcome part time applications. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Transition Team is a countywide service for young people aged between 14 and 25. We aim to give them the confidence and environment to control their life outcomes and aspirational goals that will support them into employment pathways, independent living and meaningful occupation. About the Role The role will focus on working with young people and their families with regards to Preparation for adulthood; you will work closely with the young person, family, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) schools and other involved professionals (children's social worker; health worker; SEND worker) to establish an individualised plan for the young person, from Year 9 and through their transition into adulthood. You will hold a caseload and work with individuals who need additional support or guidance in order to identify their individual and specific needs or where best interest decisions need to be made on their behalf. As such, these individuals may need close monitoring, or frequent review so interventions to minimise and manage risk may be required. You may be involved in carrying out risk assessments and you will be involved in supporting safeguarding investigations and attending safeguarding meetings with the support of qualified practitioners. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Substantial experience of working directly with people with social needs Competent basic IT skills and be able and willing to learn to use a variety of software systems The ability to travel within Surrey and also to other parts of the country in order to visit these customers To be confident with people with physical, sensory, cognitive impairments with a learning disability and people with mental health problems Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. Interview dates to be confirmed. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £31,262 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. 'I have recently joined the transition team at SCC, it is a wonderful friendly welcoming and inclusive team. I look forward to continued growth learning and development within the team. I love the ethos and values of Surrey County Council. We care about our residents, being excellent, transparency , teamwork and respect.' - Senior Social Care Assistant at Surrey County Council. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Social Care Assistants to join our fantastic Transition team. The team is based in Quadrant Court, Woking or Woodhatch Place, Reigate. There is currently 1 permanent vacancy available, we also welcome part time applications. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Transition Team is a countywide service for young people aged between 14 and 25. We aim to give them the confidence and environment to control their life outcomes and aspirational goals that will support them into employment pathways, independent living and meaningful occupation. About the Role The role will focus on working with young people and their families with regards to Preparation for adulthood; you will work closely with the young person, family, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) schools and other involved professionals (children's social worker; health worker; SEND worker) to establish an individualised plan for the young person, from Year 9 and through their transition into adulthood. You will hold a caseload and work with individuals who need additional support or guidance in order to identify their individual and specific needs or where best interest decisions need to be made on their behalf. As such, these individuals may need close monitoring, or frequent review so interventions to minimise and manage risk may be required. You may be involved in carrying out risk assessments and you will be involved in supporting safeguarding investigations and attending safeguarding meetings with the support of qualified practitioners. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Substantial experience of working directly with people with social needs Competent basic IT skills and be able and willing to learn to use a variety of software systems The ability to travel within Surrey and also to other parts of the country in order to visit these customers To be confident with people with physical, sensory, cognitive impairments with a learning disability and people with mental health problems Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/04/2024. Interview dates to be confirmed. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Are you an experienced Psychologist looking to take the next step in your career? If so, join Chadwick Lodge in Milton Keynes. This is an opportunity to change lives for the better and help some of the most vulnerable people in society. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to become involved in a pilot service implementing Trauma Informed Care and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) with women who have complex needs and require help to manage their internal processes in a safer way. The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of CFT in a female forensic service, and if successful, duplicate the service in other environments requiring an effective evolutionary, bio-psycho-social and trauma informed therapeutic approach. There will be significant opportunity to engage in Research, and Chadwick lodge has links to both Birmingham and Nottingham Universities. You will be a qualified HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist within our well-established 39 bed female forensic service, which encompasses medium and low secure care. You will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive team of qualified, 'in training' and Assistant Psychologists, each of whom have training within a variety of different psychological frameworks. You will have ideally, at least 2 years post qualification experience of supervising others and working with forensic clients. It is an excellent opportunity if you are looking to step up to a more senior level and has an interest in helping to develop the CFT pathway. Ideally you will have training in CFT, however full training to advanced practitioner level will be provided if not. Other treatment models are also utilised within the service which support the service users towards recovery (i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, DBT and EMDR). This is an on-site position, and full-time hours (37.5 per week) are preferable, although part-time hours or some flexible working arrangements will be considered. As a Psychologist you will be: Holding a caseload of clinical work, including carrying out individual and group psychological assessment and intervention and developing formulations. Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service. Attending relevant meetings to contribute to clinical care and service user progressions, including liaison with external professionals (including commissioners and CMHTs) as part of the MDT / CPA process. Taking a lead in collaborative risk assessment and management for individual patients, supporting input from other members of the MDT. Facilitating reflective practice sessions for ward teams, and debrief sessions where required. Supervising junior members of the department, including Psychologists in Training and Assistant Psychologists. Maintaining highest standards of clinical governance, ethical practice, and data protection. To be successful in this role, you'll need: If you are a Forensic Psychologist in Training looking for an opportunity of this nature and would like to have a conversation then please apply and we can arrange for you to discuss with the Principal Forensic Psychologist. Have BPS recognised psychology degrees Be HCPC registered Have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications Be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division Have understanding of evidence-based psychological practice Have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a forensic/clinical setting Be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits Have previous experience of conducting research and project working Where you will be working: Location: Chadwick Drive (off Saxon Street), Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LS You will be working at Chadwick Lodge and Eaglestone View, a medium and low secure services providing specialist treatment programmes for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and have a history of offending behaviour. The service offer a broad spectrum of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, involving service users at every stage. The hospital's consultant-led multidisciplinary team has a wealth of clinical and research experience in forensic psychiatry. All programmes are designed to reduce the risk of re-offending and to maximise the potential and enhance the quality of life of each service users. Chadwick Lodge secure services care for service users with complex and enduring mental illness who need to achieve stability in order to benefit from multidisciplinary interventions, helping them move on to community settings whenever possible. What you will get: Annual salary of £51,000-58,000 DoE The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more. About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. <
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Are you an experienced Psychologist looking to take the next step in your career? If so, join Chadwick Lodge in Milton Keynes. This is an opportunity to change lives for the better and help some of the most vulnerable people in society. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to become involved in a pilot service implementing Trauma Informed Care and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) with women who have complex needs and require help to manage their internal processes in a safer way. The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of CFT in a female forensic service, and if successful, duplicate the service in other environments requiring an effective evolutionary, bio-psycho-social and trauma informed therapeutic approach. There will be significant opportunity to engage in Research, and Chadwick lodge has links to both Birmingham and Nottingham Universities. You will be a qualified HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist within our well-established 39 bed female forensic service, which encompasses medium and low secure care. You will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive team of qualified, 'in training' and Assistant Psychologists, each of whom have training within a variety of different psychological frameworks. You will have ideally, at least 2 years post qualification experience of supervising others and working with forensic clients. It is an excellent opportunity if you are looking to step up to a more senior level and has an interest in helping to develop the CFT pathway. Ideally you will have training in CFT, however full training to advanced practitioner level will be provided if not. Other treatment models are also utilised within the service which support the service users towards recovery (i.e. CBT, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, DBT and EMDR). This is an on-site position, and full-time hours (37.5 per week) are preferable, although part-time hours or some flexible working arrangements will be considered. As a Psychologist you will be: Holding a caseload of clinical work, including carrying out individual and group psychological assessment and intervention and developing formulations. Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service. Attending relevant meetings to contribute to clinical care and service user progressions, including liaison with external professionals (including commissioners and CMHTs) as part of the MDT / CPA process. Taking a lead in collaborative risk assessment and management for individual patients, supporting input from other members of the MDT. Facilitating reflective practice sessions for ward teams, and debrief sessions where required. Supervising junior members of the department, including Psychologists in Training and Assistant Psychologists. Maintaining highest standards of clinical governance, ethical practice, and data protection. To be successful in this role, you'll need: If you are a Forensic Psychologist in Training looking for an opportunity of this nature and would like to have a conversation then please apply and we can arrange for you to discuss with the Principal Forensic Psychologist. Have BPS recognised psychology degrees Be HCPC registered Have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications Be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division Have understanding of evidence-based psychological practice Have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a forensic/clinical setting Be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits Have previous experience of conducting research and project working Where you will be working: Location: Chadwick Drive (off Saxon Street), Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LS You will be working at Chadwick Lodge and Eaglestone View, a medium and low secure services providing specialist treatment programmes for service users who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and have a history of offending behaviour. The service offer a broad spectrum of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, involving service users at every stage. The hospital's consultant-led multidisciplinary team has a wealth of clinical and research experience in forensic psychiatry. All programmes are designed to reduce the risk of re-offending and to maximise the potential and enhance the quality of life of each service users. Chadwick Lodge secure services care for service users with complex and enduring mental illness who need to achieve stability in order to benefit from multidisciplinary interventions, helping them move on to community settings whenever possible. What you will get: Annual salary of £51,000-58,000 DoE The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers and much more. About your next employer You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. <
This role has a starting salary of £44,614 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week (pro-rata for part-time staff). This is a full-time position, part-time applications will be considered. The team offer hybrid working with the expectation of 2-3 days in the office. Please note during the initial induction period you would be expected to be office based 5 days a week. We are excited to be hiring a Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Spelthorne Locality team. The team is based at the Ashford Centre in Ashford, Surrey. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Testimonial "I came into Spelthorne Locality as an experienced leader and practitioner, with a lot to both share as well as learn. The locality team has provided the right framework for me to expand my experience. As an Assistant Team Manager, my task has been to nurture and develop the culture and practice within the team, the success of which has only been possible because of the support I have received from my leadership, who mentor and support me, as well as the support I have received from the rest of the team. The culture has been that of a learning organisation with an unwavering commitment to the well-being of each other as well as that of the residents they support in Spelthorne. Because of this, my commitment to the team is just as unwavering for the foreseeable future." - Richard Otim, Assistant Team Manager About the Team Spelthorne Locality Team is one of eleven locality teams working across Surrey to support our adult residents with physical disabilities and older persons. You will be working in the surrounding areas of Staines, Ashford, Sunbury, Shepperton and Laleham. We aim to promote people's independence and wellbeing, through personalised care and support that focuses upon their strengths, the outcomes they want to achieve and enables choice and control. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, we will put you in the best possible position to assess the social care needs of our service users, providing direct positive intervention to some of our more complex service users and support for their carers. Within this role, you will be expected to provide support and supervision to staff. With mentoring and support from our frontline managers and experienced colleagues, we will enable you to become the best social worker you can be. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012 Safeguarding knowledge as well as knowledge and experience of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting Substantial post qualification professional experience as a Social Worker Experience in carrying out safeguarding enquiries, carrying out assessments within the community and working with a diverse group of individuals and partner agencies Commitment to your own professional development You will have experience of, and be able to provide, professional, reflective supervision, guidance and advice to less experienced social workers, including those completing ASYE and social work students. You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 6th May 2024 with interviews planned for week commencing 13th May 2024. We look forward to receiving your application and personal statement, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £44,614 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week (pro-rata for part-time staff). This is a full-time position, part-time applications will be considered. The team offer hybrid working with the expectation of 2-3 days in the office. Please note during the initial induction period you would be expected to be office based 5 days a week. We are excited to be hiring a Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Spelthorne Locality team. The team is based at the Ashford Centre in Ashford, Surrey. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Testimonial "I came into Spelthorne Locality as an experienced leader and practitioner, with a lot to both share as well as learn. The locality team has provided the right framework for me to expand my experience. As an Assistant Team Manager, my task has been to nurture and develop the culture and practice within the team, the success of which has only been possible because of the support I have received from my leadership, who mentor and support me, as well as the support I have received from the rest of the team. The culture has been that of a learning organisation with an unwavering commitment to the well-being of each other as well as that of the residents they support in Spelthorne. Because of this, my commitment to the team is just as unwavering for the foreseeable future." - Richard Otim, Assistant Team Manager About the Team Spelthorne Locality Team is one of eleven locality teams working across Surrey to support our adult residents with physical disabilities and older persons. You will be working in the surrounding areas of Staines, Ashford, Sunbury, Shepperton and Laleham. We aim to promote people's independence and wellbeing, through personalised care and support that focuses upon their strengths, the outcomes they want to achieve and enables choice and control. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, we will put you in the best possible position to assess the social care needs of our service users, providing direct positive intervention to some of our more complex service users and support for their carers. Within this role, you will be expected to provide support and supervision to staff. With mentoring and support from our frontline managers and experienced colleagues, we will enable you to become the best social worker you can be. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012 Safeguarding knowledge as well as knowledge and experience of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting Substantial post qualification professional experience as a Social Worker Experience in carrying out safeguarding enquiries, carrying out assessments within the community and working with a diverse group of individuals and partner agencies Commitment to your own professional development You will have experience of, and be able to provide, professional, reflective supervision, guidance and advice to less experienced social workers, including those completing ASYE and social work students. You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 6th May 2024 with interviews planned for week commencing 13th May 2024. We look forward to receiving your application and personal statement, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
About us This is an exciting time to join the County and be part of a new specialist Mental Health Social Work Service, that incorporates Older People's and Working Age Mental Health Social Work Teams and a Countywide AMHP Service. We are building a centre of excellence and are keen to recruit passionate and committed individuals, who hold the same values that we do. We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career. We offer a comprehensive training programme for the development of our AMHP's, ensuring you have the most up to date knowledge and skills to undertake this essential role. We offer our dedicated AMHP staff regular specialist supervision and an enhanced pay offer for undertaking this important role. About the job Salary: NJC Grade 12 £45,441 to £48,474 Working Pattern: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Location: Worthing Please note that WSCC offer a Relocation Allowance: If you relocate for a role with us then we can offer a tax free relocation allowance of £8,000. We have 2 permanent dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner posts available as follows: Rolling rota AMHP Grade 12 SSWP. This involves working an 8 week repeating pattern that essentially consists of 7-3 shifts one week and 2-10pm another and includes some weekend hours, bank holidays (additional pay when worked) with an enhancement of 18%. Please ask to see a copy of the rota pattern if you are interested. AMHP Grade 12 SSWP Monday - Friday 2-10pm. This is paid a fixed enhancement of £4,471.56 per annum paid monthly at £372.63. Each of these roles will involve a combination of going out to assess under MHA and working as a lead to take referrals and triage / prioritise according to risk. The base location for these roles are Bridge House, Worthing but generally these roles are remote working. Please note that the AMHP hub covers the whole of WSCC. Any questions or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on / Please state on your application what role / rota you are interested in. Rewards and benefits Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further information The reference number for this role is CAFHE04815 . Any questions, or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on / For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
About us This is an exciting time to join the County and be part of a new specialist Mental Health Social Work Service, that incorporates Older People's and Working Age Mental Health Social Work Teams and a Countywide AMHP Service. We are building a centre of excellence and are keen to recruit passionate and committed individuals, who hold the same values that we do. We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career. We offer a comprehensive training programme for the development of our AMHP's, ensuring you have the most up to date knowledge and skills to undertake this essential role. We offer our dedicated AMHP staff regular specialist supervision and an enhanced pay offer for undertaking this important role. About the job Salary: NJC Grade 12 £45,441 to £48,474 Working Pattern: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Location: Worthing Please note that WSCC offer a Relocation Allowance: If you relocate for a role with us then we can offer a tax free relocation allowance of £8,000. We have 2 permanent dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner posts available as follows: Rolling rota AMHP Grade 12 SSWP. This involves working an 8 week repeating pattern that essentially consists of 7-3 shifts one week and 2-10pm another and includes some weekend hours, bank holidays (additional pay when worked) with an enhancement of 18%. Please ask to see a copy of the rota pattern if you are interested. AMHP Grade 12 SSWP Monday - Friday 2-10pm. This is paid a fixed enhancement of £4,471.56 per annum paid monthly at £372.63. Each of these roles will involve a combination of going out to assess under MHA and working as a lead to take referrals and triage / prioritise according to risk. The base location for these roles are Bridge House, Worthing but generally these roles are remote working. Please note that the AMHP hub covers the whole of WSCC. Any questions or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on / Please state on your application what role / rota you are interested in. Rewards and benefits Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further information The reference number for this role is CAFHE04815 . Any questions, or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on / For issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.
Vacancy Advertisement: Senior Practitioner - Children and AdolescentsAbout Our Client:Our client, a leading organization in Children and Adolescent Services, is seeking a Senior Practitioner to join their dedicated team. With a focus on safeguarding and supporting young people, our client offers a dynamic work environment committed to professional development and positive outcomes.Position:Job Title: Senior PractitionerLocation: Adolescent Social Work Team West/ Integrated Adolescent ServiceKey Responsibilities:Undertake statutory duties in accordance with relevant legislation, focusing on supporting and protecting children in need.Provide supervision, guidance, and challenge to less experienced workers, promoting good practice and performance.Chair formal meetings and coordinate multi-agency efforts to support young homeless individuals and prevent homelessness.Lead complex cases, complete assessments, develop care plans, and monitor their effectiveness.Provide informal and supervisory support to less experienced and qualified workers in the team.Work collaboratively with partners including health professionals, education, police, and housing providers.Promote evidence-based practices and whole-family approaches to achieve positive outcomes for children.Maintain awareness of changes in legislation and related policies and practices and ensure staff are informed and compliant.Requirements:Qualifications:Degree in Social Work with registration as required.Experience:Proven post-qualification experience in statutory settings.Experience in mentoring and developing less experienced staff.Experience working with adolescents in various settings.Skills and Abilities:Ability to engage effectively with children and families to achieve positive outcomes.Strong communication and negotiation skills.Ability to make sound professional judgments under pressure.Proficient in record-keeping and report writing.Commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.Knowledge:Understanding of relevant legislation and policies related to young homeless individuals, children in need, and looked after children.Knowledge of adolescent social work approaches and risk management.Familiarity with child development, attachment, trauma, and resilience.Personal Qualities:Professional credibility and integrity.Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting socially excluded young people.Leadership and management skills.Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.Additional Requirements:Ability to travel across a wide geographical area as needed.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Vacancy Advertisement: Senior Practitioner - Children and AdolescentsAbout Our Client:Our client, a leading organization in Children and Adolescent Services, is seeking a Senior Practitioner to join their dedicated team. With a focus on safeguarding and supporting young people, our client offers a dynamic work environment committed to professional development and positive outcomes.Position:Job Title: Senior PractitionerLocation: Adolescent Social Work Team West/ Integrated Adolescent ServiceKey Responsibilities:Undertake statutory duties in accordance with relevant legislation, focusing on supporting and protecting children in need.Provide supervision, guidance, and challenge to less experienced workers, promoting good practice and performance.Chair formal meetings and coordinate multi-agency efforts to support young homeless individuals and prevent homelessness.Lead complex cases, complete assessments, develop care plans, and monitor their effectiveness.Provide informal and supervisory support to less experienced and qualified workers in the team.Work collaboratively with partners including health professionals, education, police, and housing providers.Promote evidence-based practices and whole-family approaches to achieve positive outcomes for children.Maintain awareness of changes in legislation and related policies and practices and ensure staff are informed and compliant.Requirements:Qualifications:Degree in Social Work with registration as required.Experience:Proven post-qualification experience in statutory settings.Experience in mentoring and developing less experienced staff.Experience working with adolescents in various settings.Skills and Abilities:Ability to engage effectively with children and families to achieve positive outcomes.Strong communication and negotiation skills.Ability to make sound professional judgments under pressure.Proficient in record-keeping and report writing.Commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.Knowledge:Understanding of relevant legislation and policies related to young homeless individuals, children in need, and looked after children.Knowledge of adolescent social work approaches and risk management.Familiarity with child development, attachment, trauma, and resilience.Personal Qualities:Professional credibility and integrity.Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting socially excluded young people.Leadership and management skills.Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.Additional Requirements:Ability to travel across a wide geographical area as needed.
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Child & Family Support Workers. The client has 4 vacancies and requires a worker in each locality: Wednesbury x 1, Willenhall x 1 & Walsall x 2. The role involves: Working specifically with expectant parents and so we would like candidates who have experiences in delivering parenting interventions and those candidates who have worked with expectant parents or small children in some capacity. Working with both mothers and fathers to prepare for parenthood and after birth. This will be offering practical as well as emotional support and working alongside the social worker to mitigate risks and address needs identified. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: You will be required to work alongside and collaboratively with your team manager/senior practitioner to ensure children, young people and their families are effectively safeguarded and supported. To work with children and young people are in care, in need and at risk of harm as part of a multiagency team to provide an integrated whole family approach to positively make a change in family behaviours. To provide practical and emotional support to parents as through parents change for children can be achieved and sustained. However maintain children at the centre of our practice and ensuring the voice of the child is listened to and understood. To be responsible for various levels of family support with individual families working in their home or other community settings as appropriate To case hold a small number of children in need alongside an allocated social worker to progress their plans and deliver intervention and support as specified. To support the delivery of safe and effective supervised family time offering support and guidance to families within a safe environment or in the community. To provide signposting information and direct advice and guidance to families on child development and parenting using evidence based practice. Work flexibly to meet the needs of children and families within the borough through evidence based/evidenced informed interventions To contribute to the assessment and support of parents, children and their families. Robust management of the plan of work with the family, reviewing this with social workers and families in a timely manner to prevent drift and escalation of concerns. The delivery of direct work with parents and children through their plans of support. To act as a positive role model for parents/carers in a range of contexts including groups, drop in sessions, 1-1 work ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Experience delivering therapeutic interventions or additional training around trauma or ACE's this would also be welcomed Children, Young People &Families Practitioner or substantial experience in a similar role. Ability to motivate children, young people and their families A Level 3 or equivalent and / or vocational qualifications (e.g. children and young people or communities Or Extensive experience working with children and families this could include: Training in evidence based programmes including Parenting, Mediation, Family Group Conferencing, Restorative practice, NVR and trauma informed practice. Ability to motivate children, young people and their families Experience of creative and innovative approaches to engage vulnerable and hard to reach young people, children and their families Demonstrates knowledge of child development and the needs of children and young people. Ability to communicate effectively and form good working relationships with young people and their carers to support and motivate them to address issues which may be creating barriers. Ability to undertake appropriate assessments of the needs of children, young people and their families to support and implement effective support plans. Ability to deescalate upset families Enhanced DBS What we offer: 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Apr 17, 2024
Contractor
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Child & Family Support Workers. The client has 4 vacancies and requires a worker in each locality: Wednesbury x 1, Willenhall x 1 & Walsall x 2. The role involves: Working specifically with expectant parents and so we would like candidates who have experiences in delivering parenting interventions and those candidates who have worked with expectant parents or small children in some capacity. Working with both mothers and fathers to prepare for parenthood and after birth. This will be offering practical as well as emotional support and working alongside the social worker to mitigate risks and address needs identified. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: You will be required to work alongside and collaboratively with your team manager/senior practitioner to ensure children, young people and their families are effectively safeguarded and supported. To work with children and young people are in care, in need and at risk of harm as part of a multiagency team to provide an integrated whole family approach to positively make a change in family behaviours. To provide practical and emotional support to parents as through parents change for children can be achieved and sustained. However maintain children at the centre of our practice and ensuring the voice of the child is listened to and understood. To be responsible for various levels of family support with individual families working in their home or other community settings as appropriate To case hold a small number of children in need alongside an allocated social worker to progress their plans and deliver intervention and support as specified. To support the delivery of safe and effective supervised family time offering support and guidance to families within a safe environment or in the community. To provide signposting information and direct advice and guidance to families on child development and parenting using evidence based practice. Work flexibly to meet the needs of children and families within the borough through evidence based/evidenced informed interventions To contribute to the assessment and support of parents, children and their families. Robust management of the plan of work with the family, reviewing this with social workers and families in a timely manner to prevent drift and escalation of concerns. The delivery of direct work with parents and children through their plans of support. To act as a positive role model for parents/carers in a range of contexts including groups, drop in sessions, 1-1 work ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Experience delivering therapeutic interventions or additional training around trauma or ACE's this would also be welcomed Children, Young People &Families Practitioner or substantial experience in a similar role. Ability to motivate children, young people and their families A Level 3 or equivalent and / or vocational qualifications (e.g. children and young people or communities Or Extensive experience working with children and families this could include: Training in evidence based programmes including Parenting, Mediation, Family Group Conferencing, Restorative practice, NVR and trauma informed practice. Ability to motivate children, young people and their families Experience of creative and innovative approaches to engage vulnerable and hard to reach young people, children and their families Demonstrates knowledge of child development and the needs of children and young people. Ability to communicate effectively and form good working relationships with young people and their carers to support and motivate them to address issues which may be creating barriers. Ability to undertake appropriate assessments of the needs of children, young people and their families to support and implement effective support plans. Ability to deescalate upset families Enhanced DBS What we offer: 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Class Teacher - Hounslow Are you an enthusiastic EYFS/KS1/KS2 teacher and passionate primary teacher? Are you seeking a new teaching role for September 2024? Perhaps you are a newly qualified teacher looking for a school where you can complete your ECT induction? Would you like to work in a primary school where you will be challenged and developed into a fantastic teacher? If yes, then please read on. Academics have the next role for you! A 2 Form Entry Primary School in Hounslow are looking for a Class Teacher in EY/KS1/KS2 to join them in September on a full time basis. This will be offered on a permanent contract! TLRs are also available! Class Teacher Hounslow September 2024 start Full Time - Permanent Contract £34,514 - £51,179 TLRs available Permanent contract ECTs/ NQTs welcomed to apply 2 Form Entry Good OFSTED Excellent CPD, Education and training Local transport links Car Park Available At this Hounslow primary school you will be well supported and developed into an excellent practitioner. You will have opportunities for continuous CPD and development. This school truly believes in investing their staff and you will be challenged and supported to develop and grow as a teacher and future leader should you have ambition to further your career. You will be valued as a key team member and will be well supported in your own individual success and well-being. This in turn leads to happy, vibrant staff who effectively support children in doing well. This primary school are looking for teachers who will help all children acquire new knowledge, refine skills and help them grow emotionally and socially. The Class Teacher Role: Plan and prepare engaging lessons based on individuals needs and motivate all learners Teach according to the children's educational and emotions needs Mark in line with the schools policies and procedures Completed ongoing assessments, recording progress and reporting to middle and senior leaders Communicate effectively with parents & carers with regard to pupils achievements and well being For this Class Teacher position in Hounslow, you must hold QTS and have recent UK curriculum experience. This primary school are open to both experienced EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Class teachers as well as ECTs/ NQTs. Click 'APPLY NOW' education and training - education and training
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Class Teacher - Hounslow Are you an enthusiastic EYFS/KS1/KS2 teacher and passionate primary teacher? Are you seeking a new teaching role for September 2024? Perhaps you are a newly qualified teacher looking for a school where you can complete your ECT induction? Would you like to work in a primary school where you will be challenged and developed into a fantastic teacher? If yes, then please read on. Academics have the next role for you! A 2 Form Entry Primary School in Hounslow are looking for a Class Teacher in EY/KS1/KS2 to join them in September on a full time basis. This will be offered on a permanent contract! TLRs are also available! Class Teacher Hounslow September 2024 start Full Time - Permanent Contract £34,514 - £51,179 TLRs available Permanent contract ECTs/ NQTs welcomed to apply 2 Form Entry Good OFSTED Excellent CPD, Education and training Local transport links Car Park Available At this Hounslow primary school you will be well supported and developed into an excellent practitioner. You will have opportunities for continuous CPD and development. This school truly believes in investing their staff and you will be challenged and supported to develop and grow as a teacher and future leader should you have ambition to further your career. You will be valued as a key team member and will be well supported in your own individual success and well-being. This in turn leads to happy, vibrant staff who effectively support children in doing well. This primary school are looking for teachers who will help all children acquire new knowledge, refine skills and help them grow emotionally and socially. The Class Teacher Role: Plan and prepare engaging lessons based on individuals needs and motivate all learners Teach according to the children's educational and emotions needs Mark in line with the schools policies and procedures Completed ongoing assessments, recording progress and reporting to middle and senior leaders Communicate effectively with parents & carers with regard to pupils achievements and well being For this Class Teacher position in Hounslow, you must hold QTS and have recent UK curriculum experience. This primary school are open to both experienced EYFS, KS1 or KS2 Class teachers as well as ECTs/ NQTs. Click 'APPLY NOW' education and training - education and training
Social Worker (MARRS) Social Work in Cornwall Make a difference - Children's Social Work in Cornwall 'Cornwall's ambitious, outward-facing senior leadership team promotes a strong culture of learning and development. It has made excellent use of learning from research, best practice and peer reviews.' 'Social workers have a very good understanding of the children they work with; they visit them regularly and ensure that their needs are holistically well considered' 'Staff development is delivered through an effective and well-targeted workforce development framework. Staff morale is high.' OFSTED 2019 - OUTSTANDING GRADING The Service & Team: Social workers make a real difference to the lives of children in Cornwall. We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you believe in humane, relationship-based social work with children and families we offer the opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. The Role: We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with experience of working with young people (13-18 yrs) to join the Sowenna Team. Sowenna, meaning "success" is Cornwall's first Children and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Inpatient Unit providing treatment for young people aged between 13 and 18yrs and working collaboratively with the Community CAMHS teams, ensuring a seamless whole service approach. The Sowenna Social Worker will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for ensuring the social care needs of individual patients are met. They will also contribute to the overall safeguarding agenda and provide specialist social work knowledge and expertise. In addition, there will be an opportunity to take a lead role in developing the service user agenda and participate in the unit's clinical, teaching and research programmes. You will be an experienced practitioner. Your experience will enable you to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice; and you will have a proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children. This role will sit within the Gweres Tus Yowynk (GTY - Helping Young People) Specialist Adolescent Service and your work will compliment that of other colleagues from health and social care who are part of the Multi Agency Rapid Response Service (GTY MARRS) This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. For an informal discussion contact Chloe Ellis MARRS Team Manager - : What you'll need to succeed: You will be a social worker registered with Social Work England who will have: Previous experience working within a social care environment A proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children An interest in adolescents and mental health High-level written and verbal communication skills to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models and theories relevant to children's social work, and the ability to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice The skills to undertake assessments and to use evidence-based practice tools to devise, implement and review care plans If your experience as a social worker is within another sector (such as Adult Social Care or the Voluntary sector), we provide additional support to transition into children and families social work through a supported induction period. Please note: If you have qualified within the last 2 years, but not completed your Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) we would welcome your application as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) in order to access Cornwall's ASYE programme which runs twice yearly. You would need to apply for our NQSW adverts which are advertised separately. What you'll get in return: We actively encourage and enable our practitioners to progress and reward them for their commitment and expertise. If you are committed to continuing professional development, can demonstrate learning in your practice and in improved outcomes for the children you help and protect, we will provide you with the career options and remuneration that match your expertise. We support our social workers to stay in front line practice as advanced practitioners or move to front line management, both of which attract the same pay. As part of our commitment to outstanding practice, we have put in place a comprehensive core curriculum and career and qualification pathway for our social workers to develop their knowledge and skills to deliver the most effective social work intervention with children and families. Cornwall is one of the best places in the country to live, work and bring up a family. It's location and landscape offer unique opportunities for a healthier, happier way of life. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Social Workers need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high-quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high-quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees. A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Social Worker (MARRS) Social Work in Cornwall Make a difference - Children's Social Work in Cornwall 'Cornwall's ambitious, outward-facing senior leadership team promotes a strong culture of learning and development. It has made excellent use of learning from research, best practice and peer reviews.' 'Social workers have a very good understanding of the children they work with; they visit them regularly and ensure that their needs are holistically well considered' 'Staff development is delivered through an effective and well-targeted workforce development framework. Staff morale is high.' OFSTED 2019 - OUTSTANDING GRADING The Service & Team: Social workers make a real difference to the lives of children in Cornwall. We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you believe in humane, relationship-based social work with children and families we offer the opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. The Role: We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with experience of working with young people (13-18 yrs) to join the Sowenna Team. Sowenna, meaning "success" is Cornwall's first Children and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Inpatient Unit providing treatment for young people aged between 13 and 18yrs and working collaboratively with the Community CAMHS teams, ensuring a seamless whole service approach. The Sowenna Social Worker will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for ensuring the social care needs of individual patients are met. They will also contribute to the overall safeguarding agenda and provide specialist social work knowledge and expertise. In addition, there will be an opportunity to take a lead role in developing the service user agenda and participate in the unit's clinical, teaching and research programmes. You will be an experienced practitioner. Your experience will enable you to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice; and you will have a proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children. This role will sit within the Gweres Tus Yowynk (GTY - Helping Young People) Specialist Adolescent Service and your work will compliment that of other colleagues from health and social care who are part of the Multi Agency Rapid Response Service (GTY MARRS) This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. For an informal discussion contact Chloe Ellis MARRS Team Manager - : What you'll need to succeed: You will be a social worker registered with Social Work England who will have: Previous experience working within a social care environment A proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children An interest in adolescents and mental health High-level written and verbal communication skills to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models and theories relevant to children's social work, and the ability to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice The skills to undertake assessments and to use evidence-based practice tools to devise, implement and review care plans If your experience as a social worker is within another sector (such as Adult Social Care or the Voluntary sector), we provide additional support to transition into children and families social work through a supported induction period. Please note: If you have qualified within the last 2 years, but not completed your Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) we would welcome your application as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) in order to access Cornwall's ASYE programme which runs twice yearly. You would need to apply for our NQSW adverts which are advertised separately. What you'll get in return: We actively encourage and enable our practitioners to progress and reward them for their commitment and expertise. If you are committed to continuing professional development, can demonstrate learning in your practice and in improved outcomes for the children you help and protect, we will provide you with the career options and remuneration that match your expertise. We support our social workers to stay in front line practice as advanced practitioners or move to front line management, both of which attract the same pay. As part of our commitment to outstanding practice, we have put in place a comprehensive core curriculum and career and qualification pathway for our social workers to develop their knowledge and skills to deliver the most effective social work intervention with children and families. Cornwall is one of the best places in the country to live, work and bring up a family. It's location and landscape offer unique opportunities for a healthier, happier way of life. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Social Workers need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high-quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high-quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees. A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant team Manager to join our fantastic Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team. The team is county-wide, based at Quadrant Court; however, there is an opportunity to work flexibly, including from your own home and at other Surrey County Council offices. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Reflective practice sessions Annual BIA legal updates About the Team The team consists of administrative staff, Best Interest Assessors and Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads who work collaboratively together to ensure that the objectives of the team are achieved. In doing so, there is an established ethos of supporting each other and team working, as well as working independently. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further develop your understanding and experience of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and you will be helping to support MCA practice across adult social care in Surrey. Furthermore, you will receive regular supervision, reflective practice sessions and annual BIA legal update training as part of your role. About the Role Primarily, you will assist with leading, motivating and managing a team to ensure the service provided is consistent, effective and delivers positive outcomes for individuals, their carers and families. You will also contribute to and support the development of practice, procedures, and policy within the team, and provide day to day management and oversight of team processes. This oversight will extend to the team's busy duty system, which includes triaging incoming DOLS authorisation requests, quality assuring assessments, responding to email and telephone queries, and providing support and advice to both external agencies and other adult social care teams. You will provide supervision to Best Interest Assessors and DOLS coordinators within the team. You will undertake Best Interest Assessments in care homes and hospitals where people are being deprived of their liberty; often these will be the more 'complex' requests and will require you to have detailed understanding and knowledge of the application of DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Best Interest Assessor qualification and relevant post qualifying experience. Ability to prioritise workload and to make decisions concerning people's liberty. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to use IT systems with confidence and capable of producing reports of a high standard that will bear legal scrutiny. Excellent working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and other related legislation. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. For internal applicants looking for a secondment opportunity please seek your line managers approval before applying Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant team Manager to join our fantastic Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team. The team is county-wide, based at Quadrant Court; however, there is an opportunity to work flexibly, including from your own home and at other Surrey County Council offices. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Reflective practice sessions Annual BIA legal updates About the Team The team consists of administrative staff, Best Interest Assessors and Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads who work collaboratively together to ensure that the objectives of the team are achieved. In doing so, there is an established ethos of supporting each other and team working, as well as working independently. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to further develop your understanding and experience of the Mental Capacity Act and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and you will be helping to support MCA practice across adult social care in Surrey. Furthermore, you will receive regular supervision, reflective practice sessions and annual BIA legal update training as part of your role. About the Role Primarily, you will assist with leading, motivating and managing a team to ensure the service provided is consistent, effective and delivers positive outcomes for individuals, their carers and families. You will also contribute to and support the development of practice, procedures, and policy within the team, and provide day to day management and oversight of team processes. This oversight will extend to the team's busy duty system, which includes triaging incoming DOLS authorisation requests, quality assuring assessments, responding to email and telephone queries, and providing support and advice to both external agencies and other adult social care teams. You will provide supervision to Best Interest Assessors and DOLS coordinators within the team. You will undertake Best Interest Assessments in care homes and hospitals where people are being deprived of their liberty; often these will be the more 'complex' requests and will require you to have detailed understanding and knowledge of the application of DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Best Interest Assessor qualification and relevant post qualifying experience. Ability to prioritise workload and to make decisions concerning people's liberty. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to use IT systems with confidence and capable of producing reports of a high standard that will bear legal scrutiny. Excellent working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and other related legislation. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/04/2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. For internal applicants looking for a secondment opportunity please seek your line managers approval before applying Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
The starting salary for this role is £35,691.20 per annum based on a 28.8 hour working week. This is pro-rated from £44,614 FTE. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Section 117 Team. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity (for internal staff, please discuss with your Line Manager before submitting your application. The team is based at Fairmount House in Leatherhead; however, you will have the choice to work flexibly, in accordance with Surrey County Council's hybrid working charter. We are currently looking for an individual who is interested in developing their practice in this specialised domain. We are most interested in recruiting individuals who are keen to learn, progress their professional development and grow with our team! Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Section 117 team has been in operation since April 2021 and has made progressive milestones during this period. We are a small and close-knit team, supporting Section 117 (Mental Health Act) practice and processes across Surrey County Council. We work alongside health colleagues to ensure that all Surrey residents who are eligible for s117 aftercare receive the best outcomes and that their needs are met appropriately. We support and advise practitioners with s117-related enquiries, including complex and ordinary residence scenarios. The team does not hold or manage cases but supports practitioners with all aspects of s117-related work. About the Role This role involves initial completion of Care Act assessments followed by creation of a person's Section 117 plan. In line with the aims of Section 117 aftercare, you will support and actively promote wellbeing and independence - enabling individuals and carers to retain or regain their skills and confidence, whilst preventing or reducing the risk of deterioration of a person's mental health. Section 117 is a joint responsibility between social services and the NHS and as such, you will work closely with our Health partners. This role may involve investigative work to determine a person's ordinary residence and liaising with other local authorities or Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), to resolve uncertainties around Section 117 responsibilities. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be expected to work with some autonomy, however, the two Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads are always on hand to support with complex cases. Some service users may not have been reviewed for some time or may have complex needs. You will demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, providing a professional social work service to adults, their families and carers living in Surrey. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You are a qualified Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England. Knowledge of the Care Act and Section 117 Mental Health Act. Completion of Surrey County Council's Section 117 Training or the willingness to do so upon appointment. An ability to communicate effectively and to problem solve. An ability to complete strengths-based assessments with service users who may present with complex challenges and/or have disengaged from services. An ability to work with some autonomy. You will need the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 06/05/2024 with interviews to follow shortly afterwards. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £35,691.20 per annum based on a 28.8 hour working week. This is pro-rated from £44,614 FTE. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Section 117 Team. This is a 24-month fixed term / secondment opportunity (for internal staff, please discuss with your Line Manager before submitting your application. The team is based at Fairmount House in Leatherhead; however, you will have the choice to work flexibly, in accordance with Surrey County Council's hybrid working charter. We are currently looking for an individual who is interested in developing their practice in this specialised domain. We are most interested in recruiting individuals who are keen to learn, progress their professional development and grow with our team! Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Team The Section 117 team has been in operation since April 2021 and has made progressive milestones during this period. We are a small and close-knit team, supporting Section 117 (Mental Health Act) practice and processes across Surrey County Council. We work alongside health colleagues to ensure that all Surrey residents who are eligible for s117 aftercare receive the best outcomes and that their needs are met appropriately. We support and advise practitioners with s117-related enquiries, including complex and ordinary residence scenarios. The team does not hold or manage cases but supports practitioners with all aspects of s117-related work. About the Role This role involves initial completion of Care Act assessments followed by creation of a person's Section 117 plan. In line with the aims of Section 117 aftercare, you will support and actively promote wellbeing and independence - enabling individuals and carers to retain or regain their skills and confidence, whilst preventing or reducing the risk of deterioration of a person's mental health. Section 117 is a joint responsibility between social services and the NHS and as such, you will work closely with our Health partners. This role may involve investigative work to determine a person's ordinary residence and liaising with other local authorities or Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), to resolve uncertainties around Section 117 responsibilities. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be expected to work with some autonomy, however, the two Senior Practitioner Specialist Leads are always on hand to support with complex cases. Some service users may not have been reviewed for some time or may have complex needs. You will demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, providing a professional social work service to adults, their families and carers living in Surrey. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You are a qualified Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England. Knowledge of the Care Act and Section 117 Mental Health Act. Completion of Surrey County Council's Section 117 Training or the willingness to do so upon appointment. An ability to communicate effectively and to problem solve. An ability to complete strengths-based assessments with service users who may present with complex challenges and/or have disengaged from services. An ability to work with some autonomy. You will need the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 06/05/2024 with interviews to follow shortly afterwards. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Job: Social Worker (MARRS) Ref: Location: Cornwall Salary: £33,623 - £43,628 (+ Welcome payment & Market Supplement) 'Cornwall's ambitious, outward-facing senior leadership team promotes a strong culture of learning and development. It has made excellent use of learning from research, best practice and peer reviews.' 'Social workers have a very good understanding of the children they work with; they visit them regularly and ensure that their needs are holistically well considered' 'Staff development is delivered through an effective and well-targeted workforce development framework. Staff morale is high.' OFSTED 2019 - OUTSTANDING GRADING We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with experience of working with young people (13-18 yrs) to join the Sowenna Team. Sowenna, meaning "success" is Cornwall's first Children and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Inpatient Unit providing treatment for young people aged between 13 and 18yrs and working collaboratively with the Community CAMHS teams, ensuring a seamless whole service approach. The Sowenna Social Worker will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for ensuring the social care needs of individual patients are met. They will also contribute to the overall safeguarding agenda and provide specialist social work knowledge and expertise. In addition, there will be an opportunity to take a lead role in developing the service user agenda and participate in the unit's clinical, teaching and research programmes. You will be an experienced practitioner. Your experience will enable you to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice; and you will have a proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children. This role will sit within the Gweres Tus Yowynk (GTY - Helping Young People) Specialist Adolescent Service and your work will compliment that of other colleagues from health and social care who are part of the Multi Agency Rapid Response Service (GTY MARRS) What we can offer you In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees. A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults at risk. It's a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm. More information about our social work careers is available here . Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g. race, disability, sex, gender, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits.
Apr 17, 2024
Full time
Job: Social Worker (MARRS) Ref: Location: Cornwall Salary: £33,623 - £43,628 (+ Welcome payment & Market Supplement) 'Cornwall's ambitious, outward-facing senior leadership team promotes a strong culture of learning and development. It has made excellent use of learning from research, best practice and peer reviews.' 'Social workers have a very good understanding of the children they work with; they visit them regularly and ensure that their needs are holistically well considered' 'Staff development is delivered through an effective and well-targeted workforce development framework. Staff morale is high.' OFSTED 2019 - OUTSTANDING GRADING We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with experience of working with young people (13-18 yrs) to join the Sowenna Team. Sowenna, meaning "success" is Cornwall's first Children and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Inpatient Unit providing treatment for young people aged between 13 and 18yrs and working collaboratively with the Community CAMHS teams, ensuring a seamless whole service approach. The Sowenna Social Worker will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for ensuring the social care needs of individual patients are met. They will also contribute to the overall safeguarding agenda and provide specialist social work knowledge and expertise. In addition, there will be an opportunity to take a lead role in developing the service user agenda and participate in the unit's clinical, teaching and research programmes. You will be an experienced practitioner. Your experience will enable you to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice; and you will have a proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children. This role will sit within the Gweres Tus Yowynk (GTY - Helping Young People) Specialist Adolescent Service and your work will compliment that of other colleagues from health and social care who are part of the Multi Agency Rapid Response Service (GTY MARRS) What we can offer you In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees. A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults at risk. It's a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm. More information about our social work careers is available here . Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g. race, disability, sex, gender, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits.