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Join Our Client's Team - Cumbria Police as a PIP 2 Investigator! Location:Carlisle Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: 17.42 Are you an accredited and experienced PIP 2 Investigator? Do you have a passion for justice and a commitment to supporting victims of Rape and Serious Sexual Offences? If so, we want to hear from you! About the Role: As a PIP 2 Investigator, you will play a crucial role in Cumbria Constabulary's Criminal Investigation Departments (CID). You will work under the direction of a Detective Sergeant and Detective Inspector, investigating serious cases and ensuring that justice is served. This is a temporary position for a period of 6 months, with opportunities to work in Kendal, Barrow, or Carlisle. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with your team to conduct thorough investigations. Identify, gather, secure, and preserve evidence to ensure a fair trial ethos. Record evidential accounts from victims and witnesses, following Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) guidelines. Conduct suspect interviews, applying your knowledge of current laws and procedures. Perform house-to-house inquiries and maintain evidential continuity of exhibits. Review third-party materials in line with the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 (CPIA). Prepare casework reports for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service. Ensure the welfare needs of victims and witnesses are prioritised. Attend court as a witness when necessary. What We're Looking For: Accredited and experienced PIP 2 Investigators. Specialist Investigative Interviewers (ABE/Tier 3) are highly desirable. Strong understanding of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) and related guidelines. Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work with vulnerable witnesses. A commitment to conducting investigations with the highest ethical standards. A valid driving licence as extensive travel is required. You must have resided within the UK continuously for at least 5 years due to the Police Vetting Criteria Why Join Us? Be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the community. Competitive hourly rate of 17.42. A supportive work environment where your expertise is valued. Opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Make your mark as a PIP 2 Investigator! Apply today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Join Our Team as a Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1)! Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Our client is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1) to join their team on a temporary basis in Barnstaple. This is an incredible opportunity for someone passionate about safeguarding the vulnerable and bringing justice to those who need it most. What We Offer: Hourly Rate: 17.42 Contract Type: Temporary Location: Barnstaple Driving Required: Yes Key Responsibilities: As a Police Staff Investigator, you will: Conduct thorough and ethical investigations into crimes involving vulnerable individuals, including child and adult abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offences. Prepare and conduct interviews with suspects while adhering to legal requirements and investigation policies. Manage and support victims and witnesses throughout the investigative process, ensuring they feel safe and informed. Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure effective safeguarding measures are in place. analyse digital evidence and assist in identifying offenders, particularly in cases of modern slavery and sexual abuse. Who We're Looking For: We seek someone with: A Full UK driving licence. Experience in complex information gathering and problem-solving. A solid understanding of the criminal justice system. A meticulous approach to tasks and a proven ability to meet tight deadlines. Passion for working with vulnerable individuals, showcasing empathy and understanding. Essential Skills: PIP 1 Qualification Emotional awareness and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to take ownership and responsibility for your investigations. Collaborative spirit, working well with colleagues and partners alike. Critical analysis and innovative thinking. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are driven by justice and dedicated to making a change, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our client's team as a Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1) and help safeguard the vulnerable in your community. Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity! Your future awaits in a role that is not just a job-it's a chance to create lasting change. Apply now and become a vital part of our client's mission! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Join Our Team as a Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1)! Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Our client is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1) to join their team on a temporary basis in Bideford. This is an incredible opportunity for someone passionate about safeguarding the vulnerable and bringing justice to those who need it most. What We Offer: Hourly Rate: 17.42 Contract Type: Temporary Location: Bideford Driving Required: Yes Key Responsibilities: As a Police Staff Investigator, you will: Conduct thorough and ethical investigations into crimes involving vulnerable individuals, including child and adult abuse, domestic violence, and sexual offences. Prepare and conduct interviews with suspects while adhering to legal requirements and investigation policies. Manage and support victims and witnesses throughout the investigative process, ensuring they feel safe and informed. Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure effective safeguarding measures are in place. analyse digital evidence and assist in identifying offenders, particularly in cases of modern slavery and sexual abuse. Who We're Looking For: We seek someone with: A Full UK driving licence. Experience in complex information gathering and problem-solving. A solid understanding of the criminal justice system. A meticulous approach to tasks and a proven ability to meet tight deadlines. Passion for working with vulnerable individuals, showcasing empathy and understanding. Essential Skills: PIP 1 Qualification Emotional awareness and strong interpersonal skills. Ability to take ownership and responsibility for your investigations. Collaborative spirit, working well with colleagues and partners alike. Critical analysis and innovative thinking. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are driven by justice and dedicated to making a change, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our client's team as a Police Staff Investigator (PIP 1) and help safeguard the vulnerable in your community. Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity! Your future awaits in a role that is not just a job-it's a chance to create lasting change. Apply now and become a vital part of our client's mission! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Bank Support Worker Location: Horsham, West Sussex Do you want the opportunity to broaden your knowledge of brain injury support? Are you passionate about helping others maximise independence and quality of life? If you're enthusiastic, caring and motivated, they'd love to hear from you. About the Role They're looking for compassionate, client-focused Bank Support Workers to join an established team supporting a male client living with cerebral palsy in his family home in Horsham. He enjoys good conversation, social outings, football, meeting new people and gaming on his PlayStation. He uses a wheelchair in the community but can walk short distances with support and a walking aid. You will provide day-to-day support that promotes independence, wellbeing and community involvement. Duties include personal care, mobility assistance, routine support and meaningful activities. Pay Weekdays: £16.78 per hour Weekends: £19.01 per hour Bank Holidays: Paid at time and a half What They Offer Thorough induction and training programme Regular supervision and appraisal, plus clinical support CPD and professional development opportunities Work within a multi-disciplinary team Supportive, family-centred environment Regular shifts available after school, weekends and during school holidays What They're Looking For Experience in care is desirable but not essential Confidence with personal care Full UK driving licence (role includes driving an automatic vehicle) Enhanced DBS (funded if required) Right to work in the UK About the Organisation they provide: All mandatory and brain injury specific training Regular 1:1 supervision 24/7 on call emergency support Dedicated HR and payroll support To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the organisaion , please do not hesitate to apply.

Role: Form F Assessor Salary: £2,000 + Expenses Location: Multiple locations throughout the UK Here at Polaris Community, our independent fostering services are committed to providing the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. Due to expansion, we are seeking to appoint Independent Form F Assessors to provide support to our Fostering teams across the UK. If you're an empathic and understanding qualified social worker, who can produce high-quality analytic assessment reports and looking for a change then this could be the job for you. What is the role of a Form F assessor? Working with independent fostering agencies, like Polaris Community, your role would be to safeguard the outcomes for foster children by carrying out assessments of prospective foster families with whom children and young people will be placed. In order to achieve this, you need to be able to produce and present high-quality, evidence-based, analytical fostering assessments and have a sound knowledge of child care legislation which includes the Children Act 1989, Fostering and Adoption Act 2002, the National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services, and Fostering Services Regulations. You must also be able to fulfil the following criteria: Be a qualified social worker. Have significant post-qualification experience in undertaking relevant Foster Parent assessment work. Registered with your country's applicable social work council e.g. SWE and SSSC. Hold, or be willing to take out professional indemnity insurance. Willing to attend a mandatory induction day and training days. Have unrestricted access to your own transport and be willing to travel. Pass statutory and company checks as part of the assessment process. Ideally, have completed and taken to Panel at least one Form F Assessment previously. Why work with us? Working at Polaris is more than a career - it's achieving extraordinary things every day. We've built a strong team of over 1,000 talented and ambitious individuals who are dedicated to making a difference to the 3,500 vulnerable young people we care for. As one of the largest providers of children's services, our range of services span the length and breadth of the whole of the UK. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. Being part of the Polaris Community will provide the opportunity to work for several of our local and national fostering brands. We will review your application and get back to you - we aim to meet all candidates within a week of their application. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Full-time, permanent Unqualified Salary: Base salary of £24,604.58 earning up to £32,348.58 with sleep in shifts. Qualified Salary (full diploma Level 4 qualified upgraded from Level 3): Base salary of £27,107.08 earning up to £34,851.08 with sleep in shifts. Location: Dorchester Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation Who are we? Budwood, a part of Polaris Community, are a local business providing Residential Care and Support to children and young people with emotional behavioural difficulties as well as social and emotional mental health. Our young people here may have experienced adverse childhood experiences and so the aim of the service is to provide them with a stable comfortable home. As such, they will receive high levels of support and guidance to keep them safe as well as guidance to enable them to learn new skills to help with a successful transition to independence and adulthood. We are looking for passionate Residential Support Workers to join one of our homes in Dorchester. You will be a part of a team that provide flexible and individual care packages towards all our children and young adults. Working for Budwood, you will be joining a supportive and collaborative team which recognises you as an individual. All staff are trained in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting to best aid your understanding and ability to provide young people with the best support possible. Main Duties and Requirements: Experience of working with children and young people as well as understanding of the issues that face young people in care Flexibility in your availability as you will be required to work 7 x 24 hour shifts including sleep ins over a 3 week rotation- 09:00am- 09:30am the following day Promoting, safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our young people Establishing and maintaining positive and trusting relationships with our young people To work well as part of a team and must be able to accept direction and guidance Encouraging the development of the individual interests of our young people Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent - or be willing to work towards a required qualification and upgrade to a Level 4 diploma Have a full UK driving licence and car as this role will involve travelling. Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Benefits of working for Budwood: A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Up to 6 week's holiday per year All meals on duty are provided Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training programme, followed by a comprehensive and ongoing CPD Programme Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Supervising Social Worker - Part-time (30 hours) Salary: Up to £33,003 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Hybrid - Office Based in Belfast. Travelling Across Northern Ireland Will Be Required. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Job Introduction Phoenix House is a newly refurbished, stunning Edwardian property in South Manchester, offering a high quality therapeutic living environment for adults with mild to moderate mental health needs and learning disabilities. The house accommodates five residents , each with their own room within a safe, supportive, and recovery focused shared home. This innovative service supports adults-many with histories of trauma or criminal justice involvement-to rebuild stability, improve mental health, develop independence, and safely reintegrate into the community. Outcomes include improved wellbeing, reduced risk, enhanced life skills, and meaningful progress towards independent living within 18-24 months . Our approach is: Person centred Trauma informed Strengths based Focused on recovery and empowerment Role Responsibility As a Recovery Worker , you will work at the heart of the new Phoenix House team, helping to shape the therapeutic culture of this flagship service. You will support residents to achieve sustainable recovery, develop independence, and make positive life changes. Key Responsibilities You will: Provide daily emotional and practical support within a calm, therapeutic, homely environment Deliver structured key working sessions that promote recovery, resilience, and wellbeing Support residents to build independent living skills, routines, and confidence Work collaboratively with Manchester City Council, Probation Services, Positive Pathways Social Workers, mental health and substance use professionals Support risk management processes including safeguarding, MAPPA, and personalised support planning Promote community integration, education, volunteering, and healthy social networks Contribute to maintaining a positive, safe, and enabling shared living environment Keep accurate records and uphold high quality standards Model the values and culture of a newly established, high quality supported accommodation service The Ideal Candidate You'll be someone who brings compassion, consistency, and emotional resilience to your role. You understand the value of relationships, structure, and stability in someone's recovery. Essential: Experience supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, or complex backgrounds Understanding of trauma informed care and strength based approaches Ability to support individuals with varied risk profiles and complex life experiences Good communication, empathy, and teamwork skills Ability to remain calm, supportive, and professional in challenging situations Desirable: Experience in supported accommodation, recovery services, or forensic pathways Knowledge of criminal justice systems, probation, or MAPPA Relevant care or mental health qualification About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 31 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits Turning Point Attached documents MH-RecoveryWorker-generic-27March17 (1) (1).pdf Apply

Job Introduction This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines Do you have genuine passion for supporting people with Autism and/or behaviour that challenges to help them work to achieving their potential in everyday life? If you are motivated, enthusiastic, a creative thinker and problem solver with a real desire to support people to make positive choices, decisions, and take action we would really like to hear from YOU. At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England. As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to people's lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us. Where will I be working? You will be working in one of our Supported Living facilities in Carlisle. We endeavour to create positive family relationships offering a good circle of support. There is a strong focus on supporting individuals' lives in a person centred way which includes various activities, shopping, managing own budgets and cooking. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible. We use a digital social care record system, to support daily recording, which will make your day-to-day tasks easier and allows you to spend more time with the People We Support Shift Patterns This is a 24-hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be working a range of shifts including nights and some weekends. Role Responsibility What will I be doing? This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include: supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour supporting people with a person centred approach providing and assisting people we support with personal care supporting a full range of daily activities at home and accessing the community supporting people to be as independent as possible and have control over their lives investing time with people we support, understanding the most effective way to deliver positive support and improve person's quality of life delivering outcome focused support to improve skills, develop person interests and increase person independence ensuring accurate recording keeping and documentation is maintain at required standards to enable effective reviewing of persons support to develop actions plan to help improve all aspects of a person's life The Ideal Candidate What skills and qualities do I need to have? You should have the right attitude and transferable experience of helping people to manage anxiety. Knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial. What is essential is that you are: passionate, caring and enthusiastic flexible, patient and non-judgemental a great team player with lots of energy able to demonstrate good communication skills able to complete the physical aspects of the role such as manual handling where needed Drivers are desirable but not essential. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 29 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Turning Point Attached documents Support Worker Role Profile and Job expectations.pdf Apply

Your new company Hays Belfast are working closely with one of Northern Ireland's leading Civil Engineering companies as they seek to bolster their operational team with the addition of Site Engineers. Joining this Tier 1 Contractor, who is renowned for delivering transformative infrastructure projects across the UK & Ireland, will open a host of opportunities including career progression, excellent renumeration package, and the chance to work on some of the largest projects across the region. Your new employer comes with a reputation for excellence and is committed to shaping the future of Civil Engineering through innovative schemes that will benefit local communities, countries and the wider economic climate. Be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, quality, and professional growth, working on landmark projects that redefine regional connectivity. Your new role As a Site Engineer, you will be working on a new, major transport infrastructure scheme that will shape a major Irish City. The project includes circa 10km of road widening, cycle paths, utilities works, drainage and a minimum of 4 bridge structures. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to: Carry out surveying and setting out tasks Check drawings and measurements for accuracy Organise materials and work with procurement teams Plan site activities to meet project deadlines Coordinate with consultants and subcontractors Oversee site staff and monitor subcontractor performance Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental standards are met Keep quality records and resolve technical issues as they arise Manage material testing and equipment calibration Maintain a clear and detailed site diary Work closely with the wider project team and other departments Contribute to process improvements and innovation Provide support to the Site Manager as needed What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will be degree qualified in either civil engineering or construction management with previous experience as a Site Engineer ideally within the civil engineering sector. Strong setting out and surveying skills will be essential, with experience in highways, rail or public realm advantageous. Due to the location of projects, you will ideally be situated in South Down / Armagh areas or commutable distance to border regions. What you'll get in return This plays a key strategic role in the delivery of a huge wider project valued at circa 1 billion of spend on transport infrastructure. The project life cycle will span up to 6 years of work, and you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery. This responsibility, in turn, will offer an attractive package and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to reflect your experience to include an attractive base salary, mileage and car allowance. You will also benefit from professional development programmes and growth within a supportive, industry-leading environment. This opportunity gives you the chance to shape the highway infrastructure and leave a lasting impression on the local community. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Team Leader Learning Disabilities Support (Newquay) Make a real difference in someones life and lead a team who does the same. Are you a confident support worker ready for the next step, or an experienced team leader whos passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care? Were looking for a warm, engaging, and proactive individual to take on a leadership role within a small, friendly service in Newquay. Youll be supporting a vibrant and independent older lady in her own home someone who loves theatre, cooking, and a good chat over hot chocolate! This is your chance to combine hands-on care with meaningful leadership in a role that really matters. Benefits Salary: £13.50 per hour (days), £14.50 per hour (nights 22:00 to 07:00) Overtime: Additional £2.00 per hour Hours: 27 per week + regular sleep-in shifts Annual pay: £18,954 (plus enhanced overtime pay) Enhanced DBS paid for Generous training & development support 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Long service and birthday vouchers Refer-a-friend scheme Responsibilities Lead by example while working on shift, promoting outstanding support at all times Champion person-led planning and decision-making ensuring the individuals voice is always central Coordinate rota planning, team training, supervisions and appraisals Support with medication, health appointments, domestic duties and community access Build positive relationships with family members, professionals and community services Deliver support with creativity, humour and a solution-focused attitude Contribute to ongoing improvement and ensure compliance with CQC standards Requirements Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism Some supervisory or team leadership experience preferred Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving skills Comfortable using basic IT systems for reporting and rota management Organised, proactive, and happy to lead from the front A UK driving licence and access to a car Right to work in the UK Able to work flexibly including weekends and evenings This role requires an enhanced DBS and subscription to the Update Service If youre someone who values independence, community connection and high standards of care, this could be the perfect role for you. Submit your CV today to apply wed love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £30,338 - £37,444.68 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based - Hull Covering Area: Hull, East Yorkshire & Lincolnshire This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in the Yorks & Lincs area. The team office is based in Melton and we support a hybrid model of working with some flexibility to work from home. There is an expectation that staff travel to the regional office in Sheffield on occasion and that foster parents and children are visited within their home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Supervise, support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent's records are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Yorkshire/Humberside/Lincs area Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence We would love to hear from you to join our amazing friendly team, so to be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Residential Support Worker Full Time/Permanent: Full-time, permanent Unqualified Salary: Base salary of £24,604.58 earning up to £32,348.58 with sleep in shifts. Qualified Salary (full diploma Level 4 qualified upgraded from Level 3): Base salary of £27,107.08 earning up to £34,851.08 with sleep in shifts. Location: Southampton Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation Who are we? Budwood, a part of Polaris Community, are a local business providing Residential Care and Support to children and young people with emotional behavioural difficulties as well as social and emotional mental health. Our young people here may have experienced adverse childhood experiences and so the aim of the service is to provide them with a stable comfortable home. As such, they will receive high levels of support and guidance to keep them safe as well as guidance to enable them to learn new skills to help with a successful transition to independence and adulthood. We are looking for passionate Residential Support Workers to join one of our homes in Southampton. You will be a part of a team that provide flexible and individual care packages towards all our children and young adults. Working for Budwood, you will be joining a supportive and collaborative team which recognises you as an individual. All staff are trained in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting to best aid your understanding and ability to provide young people with the best support possible. Main Duties and Requirements: Experience of working with children and young people as well as understanding of the issues that face young people in care Flexibility in your availability as you will be required to work 7 x 24 hour shifts including sleep ins over a 3 week rotation- 09:00am- 09:30am the following day Promoting, safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our young people Establishing and maintaining positive and trusting relationships with our young people To work well as part of a team and must be able to accept direction and guidance Encouraging the development of the individual interests of our young people Hold Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma/Children and Young People's Workforce/NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent - or be willing to work towards a required qualification and upgrade to a Level 4 diploma Have a full UK driving licence and car as this role will involve travelling. Excellent communication and listening skills Be willing to learn Be able to work well as part of a small team Be willing to undertake a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. Your DBS check shall be paid for by ourselves Experience with Emotional Behavioural Disorder, Social/Residential Work or Youth Work would be advantageous. Benefits of working for Budwood: A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Up to 6 week's holiday per year All meals on duty are provided Company pension Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme Access to wellbeing programmes via our Exchange Provision Comprehensive training programme, followed by a comprehensive and ongoing CPD Programme Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, access to therapeutic support Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:General, Location:Southampton, ENG-SO14 5QL

Senior/Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £30,338 - £37,444.68 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based - Hull Covering Area: Hull, East Yorkshire & Lincolnshire This is an amazing opportunity to join Foster Care Associates. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Full Time Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join our inspirational and friendly team to develop and promote the fostering services in the Yorks & Lincs area. The team office is based in Melton and we support a hybrid model of working with some flexibility to work from home. There is an expectation that staff travel to the regional office in Sheffield on occasion and that foster parents and children are visited within their home. About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Duties Will Include Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care. Supervise, support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people. Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards. Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined. Ensure each child and foster parent's records are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care. Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community. Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis. Undertake occasional initial home visits and Form F Assessments. You Must Have A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures The willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Yorkshire/Humberside/Lincs area Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations Full driving licence We would love to hear from you to join our amazing friendly team, so to be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Overview:Our residents are at the heart of everything we do at the Meath Epilepsy Charity with person-centred planning we make sure that everyone remains focused on achieving their goals and to maintain their independence as much as possible. We are currently looking for experienced and enthusiastic Waking Night Support Workers to join our dedicated team across our three supported living homes of our homes and eight services based at the Meath in Godalming. You will be prominently based across the three supported living homes, supporting adults of varying ages with epilepsy and autism. The Meath Epilepsy Charity, CQC rated GOOD, is looking for enthusiastic Waking Night Support Workers to help support our residents and encourage them to develop and learn life skills, enabling them to live life to the full. This is a really rewarding opportunity to help vulnerable people continue to lead independent lives whilst providing them with meaningful support to offer the best possible experience for our tenants and residents. Please note we do not provide sponsorship The Role: This role is based inGodalming, Surrey. As a Waking Night Support Worker, you will deliver person-centered care and support to our residents, in line with their personal care plans. Key Responsibilities Include: Assist and encourage people to engage in everyday home, social, leisure and work activities, according to the individuals choice. To provide the direct care provision for all aspects of the individual residents assessed needs in line with their care plan, cultural needs and wishes. Help people to develop skills to enable them to manage their daily lives, achieve planned goals and personal outcomes including personal banking Encourage people to become active and valued participants in their local community, supporting and encouraging to make choices and life decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act requirements. Support people with personal care if required, which may include toileting and bathing, in line with their support plan. Administering and storage of prescribed medication in line with legislation and supporting with attending GP and/or hospital appointments. Assisting individual residents with their mobility, where appropriate. Overseeing and helping, in the serving and the preparation of meals and drinks, ensuring that each resident receives a well-balanced diet. Communicate and convey relevant information about the residents to team members, in order that the individual plan of care may be regularly updated, and appropriate care given provided, paying attention to any changes observed in the residents physical, medical or psychological condition. Reporting immediately to the senior staff in charge, any accident or untoward incident, which may occur to a resident, member of staff or visitor. Be aware of the steps to take in line with Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policies should an allegation of abuse be witnessed or made by you. To attend 1:1 supervision meeting with your line manager every six weeks. To follow as instructed any reasonable instruction given by your line manager, manager or senior manager as required. Any other reasonable tasks that may be required. To be conversant with and implement Meath policies and procedures. The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not represent a full list of the tasks the post holder will be expected to perform. Other tasks may be required for the proper performance of the job and any other related tasks. Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications for this role:To have at least one years experience working in care. To be able to communicate with the General public, trustees, Professional bodies and all other parties on behalf of The Meath both written and verbal, excellent working Knowledge of Word, Excel and other operating systems. Essential:Take Responsibility/Work well independently as well as part of a team/ Flexible, Reliable and punctual/ Willingness to attend and participate in relevant training to ensure that high operational and safety standards are maintained at all times/ High degree of confidentiality with regard to all at the Meath. Desirable:Be aware of CQC requirements & hold a relevant Health and Social Care Qualification or be willing to work towards a qualification. Inclusivity & Diversity:We recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality creativity, and identity to work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to be part of our charity in supporting our inspirational residents. Our values are embedded into our culture here at The Meath, designed by our team, and how we live our every day: We areCOLLABORATIVE We are trusting, We achieve more together, We communicate WeCARE We are person-centred, We are respectful, We are skilled & knowledgeable We arePROUD We work as a team, We take pride in the people that we support, We take pride in our community We areINCLUSIVE Everyone is important, Everyone has a voice, Everyone is welcome WeEMPOWER We are creative, We are positive, We support individual development & achievement JBRP1_UKTJ

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,