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This role has a starting salary of £47,884 per annum, based on working 36 hours per week. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Social Worker to join our exciting Mental Health Hospital Discharge team based in Woking. This role is also open to candidates who are qualified as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Structured mentoring and support from experienced colleagues Clear professional leadership, training and great opportunities to develop your career Relocation assistance of up to £8,000, subject to meeting eligibility criteria About the Team The Mental Health Hospital Discharge team is based in Woking and undertakes assessments for people with mental health needs admitted to a psychiatric hospital who have had no current involvement with social care. The team undertake Care Act Assessments to ensure the safe transition from hospital back to their home or another setting as assessed as appropriate. The team has a wealth of Mental Health and social care knowledge and experience shared by the team. There is a strong emphasis on learning and development which is promoted via regular supervision, team meetings and reflection sessions. The team consists of Approved Mental Health Professionals, Social Workers, Senior Social Care Assistants. This role will include hybrid working with an expectation of being office based 2 days per week. We will provide an induction, supervision and regular reflective practice sessions for additional peer support and learning. About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker looking to develop their experience in a busy area Mental Health team. We are looking for a Social Worker who is keen to work in a proactive, dynamic, friendly adult social care team that undertakes adult social care assessments, carers assessments, s.42 safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Assessments. We work collaboratively with our local Mental Health Trust and other stakeholders to ensure we meet the needs of residents with MH needs. As a Senior Social Worker, you will have caseload management responsibilities underpinning practice with a strengths-based approach ensuring that assessments and support plans are creative, preventative and recovery focused enabling individuals to develop independent living skills. As a senior social worker, you will also be expected to support complex case management and will need a good understanding of risk management and working collaboratively with partnership agencies to plan hospital discharges. You will also need to have a clear understanding of safeguarding processes to ensure that adults at risk are supported. The Mental Health Hospital Discharge social care team has a strong culture around learning and development; as a senior social worker you would be expected to contribute by supervising staff, leading on team projects, case audits, and contributing to peer reflective sessions. You will work closely with the senior team to review team development and identifying any barriers to practice. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England Substantial post qualification professional experience, to include working with residents with mental health needs. An applied knowledge of The Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act and experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries Experience of working in complex situations using professional judgement and a range of interventions Experience of professional reflective supervision, guidance and advice to less experienced Social Workers, including those completing ASYE and social work students Commitment to your own professional development Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be assessed for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. 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 15/02/2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Joining our Physical Disabilities Team as a Case Worker is an excellent introduction into Social Work. You'll be an integral part of our team providing individuals with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing. It's not essential that you have previous experience in social work. What's important is that you can work compassionately with individuals as we'll provide you with support and training from experienced colleagues, qualified social workers and health care professionals. What you'll do: Complete assessments and reviews of individuals in the community. Provide support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence. With support and training, you'll collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs. We're looking for someone with: The ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way. Effective organisational and prioritisation skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Sound IT and record-keeping skills. Why join us? Career growth: Our experienced Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.

Job Introduction At Turning Point we provide services across the whole country which delivers end to end drug and alcohol treatment and support, family services, housing advice and support for those in contact with the criminal justice system, needle exchange system, and custody outreach. We are a specialist in delivering whole treatment system approaches across cities and county areas, which has led to the reduction in people falling through gaps between services and delivers improved outcomes. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Horizons, a vibrant new partnership delivering substance use treatment and recovery services in Bristol. Horizons is delivered in partnership between Turning Point, Bristol Drugs Project, and seven other local and national partners. The partnership combines Turning Point's experience as an outstanding national substance use provider together with Bristol Drugs Project's long history of excellent service delivery in the city. As a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Worker based in our Homelessness team, and working across our three hubs in North, South and Central Bristol, you'll make a real difference in the community and to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and realistic support packages they need to help turn things around. The salary scale for our Recovery Worker roles is between £25,870 - £30,265. See our full salary scale below. Starting salary will be dependant on experience with annual pay progression up to scale point 1 £25,870 2 £26,905 3 £27,981 4 £29,101 5 £30,265 You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey. Role Responsibility The successful candidate will support the Homelessness Team in taking a hands-on approach to reducing drug related harm in Bristol. This will include managing a case load of clients seeking harm reduction advice, Opiate Substitution Therapy (OST) and/or Tier 4 (in-patient) treatment. You will spend much of your time working alongside key partners so the ability to manage relationships with housing services, primary care and mental health services, are essential. The successful candidate will work in partnership with the wider Bristol Horizons teams in delivering the ambitions of the Horizons service. To do this you must be organised, resilient, focused, able to work in a team or independently, have good communication skills, and be innovative in your approach. As well as the responsibility of having a case load, your regular duties will include: Providing harm reduction interventions such as Naloxone, needle exchange and Blood Bourne Virus (BBV) Testing Street Outreach Hostel Inreach This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play an integral role in a new and developing service. The Ideal Candidate Having handled a significant caseload in a busy environment as a Recovery Worker, Outreach Worker or similar, you'll have a deep understanding of substance use and homelessness. It's an extremely varied role, so flexibility and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to treatment will be vital. Completing assessments with new service users, delivering key working sessions, compiling risk assessments and risk management plans, care planning and reduction plans are just some of the varied duties you will be providing. Excellent IT skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook etc. are essential for this role. Holding a full driving licence and having access to a car is desirable. 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 that includes: 25 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link 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 Recovery Worker Role Profile.pdf Apply

Role: Senior Social Worker (Adult Social Care) Location: St Helena Island, South Atlantic Contract: 2 Years FTC available immediately Salary: £35k-£38k pa, depending on experience and qualifications, plus International Supplement Enjoying unique lifestyle opportunities, St Helena Island is a self-governing overseas territory of the United Kingdom. Although better placed to develop economically and socially as a result of opening our international airport in 2017, we are not at the stage of self-sufficiency and remain dependent on UK government aid. Helping to deliver a comprehensive statutory social work service to the vulnerable adults of St Helena, you will cover all areas, from strength based assessment and care planning through to DoLS, mental capacity and joint assessments. You will support the unqualified Social Care Officers and complete safeguarding assessments with partner agencies. Your advice and support will be valued as you advocate on behalf of clients and service users, maintaining positive relationships with carers and families, whilst liaising closely with colleagues in Children Services. You will provide clear care plans to residential services, outreach teams, day care and care settings, supporting the implementation of strength based assessments and care planning. Client-led and person-centred in your approach, you will guide, support and teach the social care officers with training and development as you take the lead on coordinating complex cases. As an experienced UK Qualified Social Worker (CQSW or DipSW or equivalent), you must have current registration with Social Work England or equivalent body. You have already provided accredited training to Social Services/welfare staff and other relevant agencies in key aspects of social work/care. You also have significant experience of complex mental capacity issues and the Mental Capacity Ordinance (2016)/Mental Capacity Act (2005). Your background will be in working within safeguarding adults frameworks and in working with complex situations and competing priorities. In addition, you must demonstrate our core values of fairness, integrity and teamwork and use your diverse expertise and experiences to ensure your time on the Island has the broadest benefit to St Helena. As an officer funded through the Technical Co-Operation Programme you will be expected to share your knowledge and skills beyond the workplace contributing to workforce, community and capacity development in St Helena. Our Benefits Package Includes: An International Supplement (of at least £15,300 per annum), full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Relocation Allowances, full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Annual Pension Contribution of 7.5% of salary Annual Leave of 30 days per annum plus Public Holidays How to Apply: An application form is available at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on or via email: . Applications must be sent to and received by 5 February 2026 Interviews to be held week commencing 16 February 2026. To be considered for this role, you must complete our application form. Failure to do so will mean that your application will not be considered. Please do not submit your CV. The Public Service positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact at us

4Recruitment Services are seeking a passionate Support Worker to support older people with dementia. Location: Ability to commute to 3 sites within areas HX1, HX7 & HD6 (exact addresses provided on request). Contract: 12-month contract with the possibility of joining the team permanently. Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm, 37 hours per week. (The client will also consider Part-time hours) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Provide Personal Care and Emotional Support: Assist residents with daily activities while ensuring their comfort and dignity. Creative and Engaging Activities: Plan and participate in fun, engaging activities that help keep residents entertained and out of the house. Work with Complex Needs: Support residents with mental and physical challenges, ensuring they receive the best care possible. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Basic training in Moving & Handling, Safeguarding, Infection Prevention, and Cafita. Dementia Awareness Training is highly desirable. Experience in community care, residential care, or supported living, particularly with individuals who have complex needs. Enhanced DBS check Experience with primary health needs or clinical experience (Desirable) NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent (Desirable) Driving is preferred but not essential. 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)

Caseworker (Scotland) Home/Field Based - with travel across Scotland The Organisation Our client is dedicated to helping people in horticulture. They provide free support, information, advice, financial assistance and services for horticulturalists and their loved ones experiencing illness, disability, bereavement, family breakdown and financial difficulties. They have a real focus on improving the health and wellbeing outcomes of people working in horticulture and have an ambitious preventative strategy to create better futures for people working in horticulture. They are now looking for a Caseworker to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £33,000 per annum - 25 days' holiday, plus Bank Holidays - Pension - DIS benefit (3x salary) - Private healthcare coverage - Sickness pay - Comprehensive benefits package - Well-established family-friendly policies, including the ability to have extra unpaid leave - Time off for dependants This is a rewarding opportunity for a caseworker with experience of providing advice around employment, welfare services, health, and social care to join our client's dedicated organisation supporting the horticultural community. You'll have the chance to take on a highly impactful role helping create better futures for people in horticulture by ensuring they receive the guidance and resources they need to thrive. What's more, our client is passionate about investing in their people, offering outstanding training and development opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally. So, if you want to make a meaningful impact on countless people's lives, read on and apply today. The Role As a Caseworker, you will provide advice, guidance and practical support to individuals working in horticulture and their families throughout Scotland. Specifically, you will identify solutions to address underlying issues and build resilience, co-ordinating multi-source support and following up on the solutions you implement. Providing advice and support across social care, health, benefits, housing and employment, you will also have the opportunity to specialise and gain expertise in a specific area. Additionally, you will: - Produce concise reports, accurate case records, and high-quality correspondence - Support individuals in challenging or traumatic circumstances - Identify needs, uncover underlying issues, and inform case management plans - Create clear, accessible resources such as factsheets, briefings, and guidance materials - Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, volunteers, partner organisations, external agencies, and service users About You To be considered as a Caseworker, you will need: - Experience of assessments using evidence-based tools to support and measure long-term sustainable change - Experience of giving advice regarding employment, welfare services, health, and social care - Experience of providing confident and accurate information via a helpline, using a triage system and signposting - Experience of developing casework plans to address root causes - To be highly organised, adaptable to changing service needs, and motivated by continuous improvement - Experience of working remotely, both independently and collaboratively - Experience of travelling for meetings, networking and Service Users appointments The closing date for this role is 8th February 2026, with first interviews planned for the 17th February 2026. Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Welfare Adviser, Case Support Worker, or Advice Worker. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to join our client as a Caseworker and make a difference to people's lives across Scotland, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency

Grants and Fundraising Advisor We are seeking a skilled and proactive Fundraising Adviser to support parishes in securing funding for projects to improve and repair their church buildings. This is an exciting hybrid working opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the care, preservation, and future development of church buildings across the diocese. Position: Grants and Fundraising Advisor (internally known as Fundraising Adviser for the Church Buildings) Location: Hove/Hybrid Salary: £38,600 per annum Hours: Full-time Contract: 4 year fixed term contract Closing Date: 9th February 2026 Interview Date: Hove on Tuesday 23rd February 2026. About the Role Working closely with the Church Buildings Team, Archdeacons, Parish Support, and external partners, you will play a key role in helping parishes achieve successful capital projects that strengthen mission, heritage engagement, and community use. Main duties include: Provide expert advice on fundraising for church buildings and capital projects. Support parishes in identifying grant sources and preparing strong applications. Maintain a comprehensive database of grant making organisations. Give strategic guidance on fundraising approaches and income generation. Attend DAC site visits and meetings to advise on funding options. Build relationships with key funders including the Heritage Lottery Fund and National Churches Trust. Communicate funding news, deadlines and opportunities via diocesan channels. Organise and deliver training events and workshops. About You We are looking for someone who is confident in identifying funding sources and advising on grant applications and has experience of fundraising for capital projects. You will be: Knowledgeable about heritage buildings and planning processes An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload. Proactive, creative, and enthusiastic about supporting parishes. For full details of the job please see the job description and person specification when you click to apply. About the Organisation The vision of the Diocese is to help people to know, love and follow Jesus. Based in Hove and serving the people of Sussex across more than 360 parishes and 154 church schools and the wider community, this is a great role for someone who supports the ethos, aims and objectives of the Diocese and the Church of England. As an employer, and as a Church House team, the mutual values at work are to be Respectful, Professional, Flexible and Supportive. Benefits include: The opportunity to apply to use the DBF's remote working policy to work from home for part of the week. 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and 2 privilege days per year, Flexi-time, free parking, the ride to work scheme Membership of the Church Worker's Pension Scheme with a 15.1% employer contribution and an employee contribution between 0-6% An Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling support, GP helpline, financial, legal and care advice and support Free eye tests and employer contribution towards glasses Free parking, the ride to work scheme and development opportunities The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment and to comply with the relevant safeguarding policy. Other roles you may have experience of could include Fundraising, Fundraiser, Grants, Grants Officer, Grants and Fundraising Advisor, Fundraising and Grants Advisor, Grants and Fundraising Officer, Fundraising and Grants Officer, Capital Projects Fundraising Officer, Heritage & Church Buildings Fundraising Officer, Church Buildings Funding Adviser, Church, Church Building. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

About BookTrust BookTrust is the UK's largest children's reading charity. Each year we reach over 1.3 million children and families across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, delivering evidence-informed programmes that make a measurable difference to children's reading behaviours. Our work is rooted in the belief that every child deserves the chance to enjoy reading and all the lifelong benefits it brings. Children who read regularly are happier and healthier, they form stronger bonds, they are more creative and enjoy more success in life. BookTrust's most recent strategy, "Reading for a brighter future", sets out our mission - to get children from low-income households and vulnerable family backgrounds reading regularly and by choice. What we do has never mattered more; or been more needed. We deliver our mission through evidence-based interventions, with a strong focus on children in the early years and their families. Our carefully selected books and well-researched programmes are delivered by a network of over 30,000 local partners, bringing the magic of reading to children in every community in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with every local authority across England and Wales, as well as health visitors, schools, libraries, social workers and early years workers. We also have an excellent and increasingly diverse community of children's authors and illustrators and committed and expert support from publishers. Everyone at BookTrust is committed to our mission, and are passionate about the real difference that shared reading from the earliest days can make. We are a genuinely family/life-friendly organisation, offering a caring workplace with supportive and expert colleagues. Job summary: We're looking for a Marketing Manager to join our team to create, deliver and analyse integrated marketing plans that utilise the full marketing mix to extend the reach and maximize the sales of BookTrust's traded reading programmes to schools. In this role, you'll be responsible for using data and insight to develop and deliver marketing activity to support a wide range of BookTrust campaigns, events and initiatives to meet our ambitious targets. You'll establish an ongoing evaluation process and utilise sector and customer insight to continually improve our marketing. Experience of working across multiple campaigns in an agile way and prioritising your workload effectively is essential. The ideal candidate will have a breadth of marketing skills and experience and a proactive and collaborative approach to working with colleagues across the charity to deliver marketing campaigns and activity to a consistently high standard. The successful candidate must have at least three years of marketing experience, have previously worked in a B2B, traded and/or commercial marketing role at a similar level including people management experience. Full details about the role and candidate requirements can be found in the attached Job Description. Application deadline: 23:59 on Friday 20 February 2026. We may choose to close applications early if we have received sufficient numbers of quality applications, so please don't wait until the closing date to apply. How to apply: Please apply via our vacancies website along with your CV and covering letter explaining why you think you are the right candidate for this role and highlighting any experience that may support your application. Your covering letter should not be longer than 700 words. Shortlisting and interview schedule: Shortlisting will take place w/c 24 February. First interviews will take place on Wednesday 4 March and Monday 9 March. Please note: As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend a second interview to further assess suitability for the role. Want to join us? Find out more about who we are at:

Job Introduction We have 3 exciting opportunities to join our services in Salford and Bolton where we provide 24 hour supported living for people (adults) that live with Learning Disabilities and additional health issues. As the Team Manager you will have management responsibility for a team of 3 services, supporting approximately 9 people. We support people with daily living activities, such as, taking part in various activities, support with medication, washing and dressing etc. Everyone's needs are critical to live their way of life but at Turning Point, we pride ourselves in our strong focus on supporting people to set goals and achieve the outcomes they want, whatever they may be. We believe that this focus enables people to be 'Inspired by possibility'. It is one of our core values as a company. Everyone has their own unique reason for choosing Turning Point. It might be our passion for making a difference - not a profit organisation. Whatever your reason, you'll enjoy working with like-minded people who believe in inspiring people to create positive change. Please note you must have experience in leading a team to be considered for this role. Role Responsibility As Team Manager you will have responsibility to support your senior support workers and support workers. You will provide practical and visible leadership throughout the day. You will work collaboratively with other Team Managers and your Supported Living Manager to ensure high quality support is provided in line with our extensive and person centred support plans. Responsibilities will include: The ability to inspire colleagues and create the culture to drive high quality support To work within agreed financial and legislative frameworks, including but not limited to, roster management, weekly finance and medication checks, health and safety checks, organisational and CQC compliance in relation to keeping people safe etc. A track record of supporting and empowering people to live more independently in their community developing positive outcomes for those being supported including those that live with various needs including autism learning disabilities, complex physical or health needs. The ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders. Willing to work towards NVQ level 4/5 qualification. To operate flexibly as this role will involve out of hours checks supporting/coaching staff and the possible need to backfill when short of staff. The Ideal Candidate Building on your experience of working with people with learning disabilities, you'll set, maintain, and develop standards as part of our service. As a Team Manager, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality services - all within a challenging, but very rewarding environment. In this varied Team Manager role, you'll also carry out risk assessments, implement Support Plans and provide operational management. Essential: Demonstratable leadership skills and flexible and adaptable leadership style; In depth understanding and ability to performance manage the functions of the team Excellent communication skills (verbal/written). Ability to adapt to respond to staff, commissioners/partners and people we support; Strong organisational, time management and prioritisation skills; Ability to remain calm and resilient in high pressure environments; Desirable: Previous experience managing similar service/team Management qualification or equivalent Willing to work towards NVQ level 4/5 qualification. About us What benefits will I receive? 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 32 days' paid holiday a year increasing to 34 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits Turning Point Attached documents Team Manager Role Profile and Job expectations (1).pdf Apply

Are you looking for a well-supported first post working with children and young people (CYP)? If so, Surrey with our Good Ofsted outcome could be a great fit for you! The starting salary for this role is currently £37,995 perannum based on a 36-hour working week. A further financial package of £6,000 also available on completion of your Assisted and Supported Year in Employment with us. We are currently welcoming Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join Surrey Children's Services as part of our Spring 2026 cohort. The programme is planned to start on the 18th of May 2026. We also have an Autumn ASYE Programme planned. To be alerted when recruitment for our Autumn campaign goes live, please register your details via this 30 second MS form and the team will be in touch to share an update with you once the campaign goes live Register Your Interest- Surrey Childrens Service- Autumn ASYE Programme 2026 - Fill in form Our Location and Teams: Surrey is a large and vibrant county that borders with Greater London to the northeast, Kent to the east, East and West Sussex to the south, and Hampshire and Berkshire to the west, please refer to the map attached to understand more about our geography. We have opportunities to join a range of our children's teams which are located across the county. When applying, please indicate which of the locations and teams available, you would be willing to be considered for. Locations: Northeast area office based in Weybridge , covering Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Epsom & Ewell Southeast area office based in Reigate , covering Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge & Mole Valley. Northwest area office based in Woking covering Woking, Surrey Heath & Runnymede. Southwest area office based in Guildford covering Guildford & Waverley. Teams: Assessment Family Safeguarding Adolescent Safeguarding (operate on North, East or West basis & different offices in these areas) Children with Disabilities Children Looked After Fostering You will be required to travel to the office where your team is based and within a geographical area to undertake direct work with children, young people and families, to attend meetings and training as required. When not working with our children and families in the community, we support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility whilst maximising learning opportunities for you as a Newly Qualified Social Worker and responding to service needs. We invite you to discuss this with us further at interview. About Our ASYE Programme: Our programme is well established and well resourced, supported by a capable team of experienced social work staff and managers. Across the 12 month programme you can expect regular reflective supervision from both your Team Manager and ASYE Assessor who will guide and support you to develop your knowledge base. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and confidence for a career in frontline social work. Our recent Ofsted inspection judged our Childrens Services as 'Good' The report recognises that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." and that "Children's social care services are led by an impressive, highly motivated, resilient and established leadership team, whose members have been relentless and successful in their quest to improve the quality and consistency of social work practice in Surrey." You can read the full report HERE We are proud of the recent Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. This positive feedback highlights our commitment and progress, focused on making a positive difference for children and families. Upon successful completion of the ASYE programme with us, there will be an opportunity to progress your career with Surrey County Council and tap into our Post-Qualifying Year 2 programme which supports you beyond the completion of your ASYE. You can expect ongoing support from the Children's Academy team, continued peer learning and support, and career development as you hone your skills and build your professional confidence. You are able to find out more about what Surrey has to offer by visiting our Surrey Children's Services Academy web page. NQSWs who undertake the ASYE programme with Surrey will have access to: Induction and Support A comprehensive ASYE Academy Induction programme and Team Induction. Allocated Advanced Social Worker as ASYE Assessor, in addition to the operational Team Manager. Graduated Supervision offer with increased support in the first six months. Graduated workload reaching a 90% allocation by the end of programme. Monthly one-to-one or group reflective supervision with ASYE Assessor. Access to our Children's Quality Practice and Performance Service to develop skills in social work practice. Learning and Development opportunities Monthly ASYE Learning Events focusing on Post Qualifying Standards (KSS). Two days a month Protected Development Time. Access to Community Care inform and Care Knowledge learning platforms. Access to Surrey Safeguarding Children's Partnership training programme, our wider Academy learning & development offer, plus bespoke Court Skills for Social Workers & Domestic Abuse training for NQSWs. Access to a secure SharePoint hub for collaborative working and access to up-to-date resources. Other Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) We pay your Social Work England registration fee for any registration period when you are employed with us. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Parental, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Shortlisting Criteria: In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work (or will be about to obtain any of these) You are (or will be) registering with Social Work England and have permission to work in the UK following your studies, without requiring employer visa sponsorship. Your experience of working with children, young people and their families, e.g. voluntary work / transferable work experience skills / social work placements etc That you qualified within two years of the NQSW cohort commencing in May 2026 (If you qualified earlier than May 2024 your application will not be considered) You hold a current valid UK driving licence and will have access to a vehicle when taking up employment with us Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role via email at . This could be to discuss reasonable adjustments, understanding of the ASYE programme or Children's Services structures in Surrey and the opportunities available to you. The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 8th of February 2026 with shortlisting planned for W/C the 9th of February 2026. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our area offices. Interviews are planned to take place W/C 2nd March 2026. 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. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Senior Restorative Justice Practitioner Brent and HMP Wormwood Scrubs We need a confident, determined Senior Practitioner with excellent people skills to join our team and deliver Belong's flagship violence reduction programme in Brent borough, North London. The successful applicant will help to reduce disruption, violence and anti-social behaviour caused by gang activity in Brent, by offering restorative justice interventions, restorative practice support and mentoring to gang nominals and/or to those at risk of gang involvement. Participants will be residing in Brent, or on remand in HMP Wormwood Scrubs. Belong aims that programme participants will: Increase their commitment to live crime free futures Improve their mental and emotional wellbeing Increase engagement in positive activities and relationships The Practitioner will support up to 20 participants at any time, ensuring that they can support and respond to individual's needs adequately. Mentoring will be offered primarily to children and young people at risk of gang involvement, whereas restorative justice and/or restorative practice support will be offered primarily to gang nominals. The Practitioner will carefully balance support and accountability, as well as show neutrality and fairness when engaging with programme participants. Interventions will be culturally aware, with the practitioner employing a strength based, trauma informed, and boundaried approach. Experience of front-line work within the criminal justice sector and a solid understanding of the drivers and realities of gang involvement are crucial for success in this position. Restorative justice facilitator training and experience will be a significant asset. In addition, the successful applicant will be organised, detail-oriented, and possess good IT and communication skills. They will demonstrate a high level of professionalism with the ability to work efficiently and autonomously, and to build relationships across a range of different teams. Working flexibly within Brent Civic Centre and HMP Wormwood Scrubs, the practitioner will work with Brent Council, policing teams and HMP Wormwood Scrubs, to identify and offer interventions to eligible participants. Risk-assessing will be thorough and collaborative, using information from prison, probation, policing and council teams, and/or from other partner agencies. The successful candidate will provide regular and timely updates to referrers and case managers about participants progress and engagement, along with monthly programme reports to commissioners and relevant stakeholders. Candidates for this role who have existing prison security vetting are particularly welcomed. Place of work: HMP Wormwood Scrubs, Brent Civic Centre and other Brent Community Locations Hours of work: Full-time, with a likely 50-50 split between Brent and HMP Wormwood Scrubs locations Pay scale: £38,500 per annum, initially on a 6-month contract Reports to: Service Manager Prison Security and DBS Vetting Required: Enhanced Annual leave and benefits: 28 days holiday per annum, plus Bank Holidays 3 days training leave per annum Fully funded monthly Clinical Supervision 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Regular, funded learning and development How to apply: Click the Apply button. You'll be asked to submit a CV and covering letter. Please use your covering letter to outline how you meet the essential and desirable skills, knowledge and abilities listed in this advert. Submit your application as soon as possible, as we may shortlist and invite candidates to interviews on an ongoing basis until the closing date. We reserve the right to close this job advert earlier than the closing date if a successful candidate is appointed. Closing date: 11.30pm on Sunday 1st February 2026 Interviews will take place on an ongoing basis with final interviews to be held w/c 9th February 2026 if a candidate has not been appointed before this. Main Duties and Responsibilities Publicise the programme and its benefits, to potential participants in prisons and in Brent communities, and to professionals engaging with them, through outreach work in prisons and communities, and via presentations and briefings to criminal justice professionals. Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with Brent Community Safety, Policing, Youth Justice, Probation and Prison staff members, including senior management, case workers and prison officers. Attend and contribute to multi agency meetings in Brent and HMP Wormwood Scrubs, for example on safer custody, interdepartmental risk management, reducing reoffending. Analyse potentially complex, sensitive and disturbing information from official databases regarding programme participants and victims of offences to undertake dynamic, written risk and needs assessments for programme delivery, on a case-by-case basis. Assess and make well-reasoned, defensible decisions on individual's readiness for participation in interventions. Provide preparatory and follow up support to all participants in restorative justice interventions and make referrals to other agencies, as appropriate. Facilitate interventions in accordance with the Restorative Justice Council's Best Practice Guidance for Restorative Practice and with the policies and procedures of Belong, Brent Council and His Majesty's Prison Service. Make practical arrangements for interventions to take place within HMP Wormwood Scrubs and Brent Community locations, including organising room bookings, refreshments provision, visitors passes, and appropriate prison staff escorts. Maintain detailed, accurate and up to date records of work with participants and share information according to protocols agreed by Belong, Brent Council and His Majesty's Prison Service. Provide regular and timely updates to referrers and case managers about participants progress and engagement, along with monthly programme reports to commissioners and relevant stakeholders. Participate actively in line management meetings with the Service Manager and, in between line management meetings, update management of progress and of any issues arising, implementing advice and guidance appropriately. Adhere to Belong's Code of Conduct and its policies on Safeguarding, Anti - Corruption, Anti - Bribery, Complaints and Comments, Confidentiality and Equality. Undertake any other duties as may be appropriate to the level and nature of the post. Essential Knowledge and Experience At least two years' experience of working within the criminal justice sector. At least two years' experience of building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders relating to a given project. Awareness of the issues that may be faced by adult men in prison on remand or serving sentences. Knowledge and understanding of the drivers and realities of gang involvement. Experience of supporting gang nominals and/or those at risk of gang involvement to work towards crime free futures. Knowledge and experience of implementing safeguarding and confidentiality procedures in day-to-day case work. Good knowledge of individuals' emotional and mental health needs. Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Essential Skills and Abilities Ability to build rapport and trust with people from a wide variety of different backgrounds. Ability to de-escalate conflicts. Ability to negotiate with and encourage people in conflict to see other's perspectives. Strong organisational and independent working skills. Ability to multitask and manage a varied and changeable workload. Ability to produce and file records of work completed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to show attention to detail. Desirable Knowledge and Experience Experience of working effectively in prisons. Knowledge and experience of the charity sector. Experience facilitating restorative justice and/or mediation interventions. Understanding of the challenges prison staff deal with in responding to conflicts and violent incidents and prison. Desirable Skills and Abilities Creative skills in assisting with the design of publicity materials and planning content for newsletters and social media posts. Ability to line manage, supervise and support administrative staff members and volunteers.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We can offer both full and part-time day shifts. You'll work 12-hour shifts, between 7am - 7.30pm. Please confirm on your application which hours you would like to be considered for. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

A rare chance to lead a HR team in an influential trade union where your work will have immediate, visible impact. TSSA is a trade union representing workers in transport and travel. Our mission is to achieve a fair and flourishing work environment for our members across the transport and travel industries, winning influence and respect, with a high level of loyalty and activism. We support our members in building bigger and stronger workplaces with employees that are respected and have agency to challenge and create impactful change. We are seeking a highly experienced and driven HR Manager to play a key role in the development and delivery of HR. You will help us to model the best employment practices and create an inclusive, supportive working environment where our colleagues can thrive in line with TSSA's mission and values. Working closely with the General Secretary and management team, you will lead a small generalist HR function. You will oversee the all-round HR provision supporting 45-50 staff working across the UK and Ireland, taking responsibility for strategic employee related issues including job design, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development. As part of the management team you will lead on overall HR strategy. The ideal candidate for this role will have significant HR generalist and change management experience as well as excellent knowledge of UK employment law and best practices. You will have worked at a senior HR level and be confident working with committees, leadership teams and boards. To succeed in this role, you will have experience of working with trade unions, membership bodies or other democratic organisations. You will understand collective bargaining and the vital role of trade union representatives. This is also a hands on role, so we are looking for someone proactive, solutions focused, highly organised and comfortable working across both strategic and operational issues. If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please read the full job description and apply. What TSSA offers In addition to a challenging yet rewarding position, the HR Manager role at TSSA offers a highly competitive and generous remuneration package including: Salary of £60,541 rising incrementally to £68,122 in line with our pay and grading structure (plus London weighting of £5,928) 32 leave days plus Bank Holidays Generous defined benefit pension scheme A suite of family friendly policies and generous parental leave provisions Wellbeing provisions and flexible working practices TSSA is an equal opportunities employer striving to maintain and grow our diverse workplace community. We are a family friendly employer and proactively support staff with disabilities and who are neurodiverse. Apply To apply for the role please send a CV and cover letter explaining why you are interested in being TSSA's new HR Manager and why you are suitable for the role. Please ensure you use the job description and person specification to explain your suitability. Additionally we ask all applicants to complete the Equality Monitoring Form. The closing date for applications: 9am on 9 th February 2026 Contact details: email via the button below.

Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis. We are looking for two experienced Health Information Editors with strong writing and editing skills and a background in producing evidence-based health information. The role requires confidence working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited processes, communicating complex information in Plain English and adapting content for different audiences and formats. It also involves working closely with clinicians and people with arthritis to review and improve information, ensuring it is accurate, accessible and inclusive. The posts sit within the Health Information Team in the Services and Devolved Nations directorate. The team produces trusted print and digital information to support people at all stages of their arthritis journey, and this role plays an important part in maintaining its quality, relevance and accessibility. About the role This role offers the chance to work on information that has real reach and significance, supporting people with arthritis at moments when clear, trustworthy guidance matters most. It suits someone who enjoys balancing editorial judgement with empathy and who wants to see the wider impact of their work beyond the page. You will be part of a supportive Health Information Team within a values-led organisation that supports flexible working, with opportunities to collaborate widely, develop your skills and contribute to how health information continues to evolve. About you We are seeking applicants who have the following skills and experience: Experience of working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited health information production and review processes. Strong background in writing, editing and reviewing health information for public audiences. Ability to communicate complex health information clearly and accurately using Plain English principles. Confidence working with healthcare professionals to support review and sign-off of health information content. Ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences, formats and channels. Experience managing digital content using a Content Management System and writing for digital audiences. Knowledge of search engine optimisation practices and how to apply them to health information content. Excellent copywriting, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clinicians and people with lived experience. Awareness of the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in health information. Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings. As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability. Application deadline and shortlisting: We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not wish to receive contact from agencies or media sales. Please note that we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) during our recruitment and selection processes, and we would respectfully ask that you also refrain from using AI during the selection process. Whilst we do recognise that AI may be a beneficial tool for some when aiding research and preparation for an application or interview, we want to maintain a fair, inclusive and positive recruitment experience at Arthritis UK where candidates can feel supported to demonstrate their experience, knowledge, and skills without the use of AI generated answers. Interview Interviews are expected to take place in early March, with the first interviews provisionally scheduled for Monday 9 March 2026. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee you will be offered an interview if you disclose a disability and demonstrate sufficient evidence within your application that you meet the essential criteria for this role. We will also make any reasonable adjustments you may require for your interview.

This role has a starting salary of £61,954 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a full-time position but part-time applications are also welcomed. We are excited to be hiring a new Team Manager to join our fantastic Area team. The team is based in Woking. This is a hybrid role with a mixture of remote working and office based. Further discussion can be held at interview. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced leader to join us as a Team Manager within Adult Social Care. You will provide strong, compassionate leadership to a frontline team, ensuring our residents receive safe, effective and empowering support. As a Team Manager, you will lead, motivate, nurture and manage a frontline team to deliver high quality, person centred social care. You will ensure that practice standards, customer service expectations and quality assurance requirements are consistently met, while overseeing the day to day management of the team to maintain streamlined processes and make effective use of resources. A key part of the role is building and sustaining strong working relationships with partner agencies, service providers, carers and families. You will supervise Assistant Team Managers and Senior Practice Leads, supporting their professional development, performance, recruitment and succession planning, and contributing to broader staff retention efforts. Your responsibilities also include ensuring that services are delivered in accordance with legislation, policy, guidance and budget, while driving continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for innovation and greater efficiency. You will promote health and safety and take appropriate action where required, and you will actively embed Surrey's commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion by fostering a culture in which discrimination is challenged. Within your team, you will apply statutory responsibilities relating to safeguarding adults, safeguarding children, crime prevention and counter radicalisation. The role also requires a flexible approach to supporting the wider operational needs of the AWHP directorate, and you will hold direct line management responsibility for staff, typically including Assistant Team Managers, Senior Practice Leads and practitioners. Professional supervision will be provided. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A professional qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, or another relevant health/social care field (including registration where required) Extensive experience in adult social care, including statutory responsibilities, and a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation Demonstrable experience in managing, motivating, coaching and developing staff Ability to manage performance, support reflective practice, and lead high quality service delivery Experience building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders Ability to handle complex casework issues, risk, safeguarding, and operational challenges confidently Strong organisational skills with the ability to monitor performance, manage resources, and support improvement A commitment to the personalisation agenda, strengths-based practice and accessible, inclusive services Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15th February 2026 with interviews planned for week commencing 26th February 2026. Interviews may include an on-the-day exercise; full details will be shared if shortlisted. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this role is £70,975 based on 36 hour working week. This is a fixed term or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027. We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager to join our Adult Social Care's brand new West 1 Connect to Community Team, based in Guildford, within Surrey County Council's Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships (AWHP) directorate. This is an exciting opportunity for someone that wants to work as part of the leadership team working closely with partners to improve the outcomes for our residents in Surrey. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Service The West 1 Connect to Community (C2C) Team leads a pioneering, resident focused approach to supporting people from their very first contact. Working within a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, the team places residents at the heart of every decision-connecting them to local services, completing urgent assessments, and shaping effective support plans. Senior leaders play a key role in safeguarding practice, overseeing triage, and ensuring timely action to manage immediate risks. With clear processes, strong leadership, and a culture of collaboration across diverse professional backgrounds, C2C offers a forward thinking environment where you can make a meaningful difference while continuing to develop your expertise. About the Role You will oversee the daily delivery of adult social care support, be part of the local leadership team, manage a delegated budget, and ensure high performance standards across West Surrey Connect to Community Team. You will collaborate with council partners, health providers, and the voluntary sector to improve local lives. We seek an enthusiastic, innovative leader with a professional qualification in Health or Social Care and a proven track record in team management. You should understand and commit to the personalisation agenda, have experience in adult social care services, and be knowledgeable about relevant legislation. A commitment to supporting carers and adhering to the Council's Equality and Diversity policy is essential. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A professional qualification in social care, occupational therapy or other relevant health qualification Relevant recent experience in managing frontline social care A comprehensive professional knowledge base in relation to social care and health service provisions for adults Experience of change management and positive leadership Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. If you have a flexible and adaptable leadership style and are excited about the opportunity to focus and use your skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of people in Surrey, we want to hear from you! The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews to follow. The interview may include an exercise on the day, further details will be provided. 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. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

As a Senior Residential Services Officer, you'll work alongside another Senior Residential Officer to provide leadership support to our friendly and supportive care team. Upton Grey Close is a long stay CQC registered residential home for adults with learning disabilities. We welcome visits to Upton Grey Close if you would like a tour around the facilities before applying, please don't hesitate to get in touch to arrange this. What you'll do: Support the Registered Manager, ensuring high-quality service delivery, deputising as required. Contribute ideas to enable the smooth running of the home. Work with individuals with diverse physical, mental, social, and emotional needs. Use a person-centred approach to focus on strengths and promote independence. Tailor support to each individual's needs. Assist with eating and drinking, medication, personal care, and communication. Ensure compliance with CQC and Care standards, following internal policies and practices. What we're looking for: Successful track record working in a social care setting with a good understanding of relevant Social Care regulations. Confidence to lead, support and motivate others. Strong team player, mentoring others to deliver high standards of care. Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship building skills. Positive role-model of our core values, demonstrating patience, empathy and compassion. Why join us? Comprehensive induction programme, enabling you to do a first-class job as a Senior Residential Services Officer. Commitment to your personal development. We can support you to undertake a QCF Diploma Level 5 in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Adults). Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. As this is a 24/7 service, you'll be required to work a shift pattern to respond to the demands of the service. Your working pattern will include working every other weekend and a variety of shifts including early, late, sleep-in shifts and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Support Worker, Senior Care Assistant, Senior Care Worker, Senior Health Care Assistant, Senior Carer, Senior Residential Support Worker, Senior Support Worker, Therapeutic Support Worker, Life Skills Coordinator, Wellbeing Coordinator, Positive Behaviour Support Worker, Wellbeing and Community Support, House Parent, Night Support Worker, Night Carer, Night Care Assistant, Community Care Assistant and Personal Care Giver.

Chief Operating Officer Full-time, 37 hours per week. Birmingham LGBT is an award-winning charity delivering services to the LGBTQ+ community in Birmingham and the West Midlands. It is an exciting time for us, as we have recently moved into a new, purpose-built centre in the Gay Village. As we move into this new phase of our development, we are recruiting a visionary, strategic leader to drive organisational growth, manage operations and inspire teams, to ensure the effective implementation of our strategic and operational objectives. The successful applicant will join a motivated and enthusiastic team based at the new Birmingham LGBT Centre in central Birmingham. Salary: approx. £50,000 per year, plus up to 5% matched pension contributions. Working Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, with some evening and weekend work. Annual Leave: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays. Closing date for applications: 5pm on Sunday 1 February 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held on 9 February 2026. We recognise the importance and advantages of diverse workplaces and communities, and we acknowledge under-representation in our workforce of Black, Asian and global majority people, people with a Romany or Irish Traveller background and people with lived experience of migration. We particularly welcome applicants from those backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. To apply, please email your CV plus a supporting statement (no longer then two sides of A4) outlining how you meet the essential criteria for the post via the button below. For more details or an informal discussion about the role please email For more information, download the application pack below JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Position: Chief Operating Officer Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Direct Reports: Sexual Health Manager, Domestic Abuse and Wellbeing Manager, Arts & Events Senior Producer, Community Development Lead, Senior Substance Support Worker. The role: To provide overall operational management of Birmingham LGBT's facilities, projects and services. To ensure compliance and delivery across all projects and programmes. To ensure appropriate monitoring and evaluation procedures are followed. This is a full-time role (37 hours per week), based full-time at Birmingham LGBT Centre, 151 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 6EW. Main duties of the post: Oversee day-to-day operations across the organisation. Oversee health and safety compliance and business continuity planning. Oversee the implementation and development of operational policies and procedures. Be responsible for overall management of the Birmingham LGBT Centre and ensure compliance with current policies and legislation, including Health and Safety, Data Protection and Employment Law. Lead on Quality Assurance requirements related to operational delivery. Work with the CEO to apply for funding, including grants and tenders to ensure the financial stability of Birmingham LGBT. Support the development of the organisation's budget and ensure all projects comply with their budgets. Line manage direct reports. Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practice. Ensure the systems, processes and policies in use are understood and working effectively, and that working practices comply with all current policies, and recommend changes as required. Support and develop the team, ensuring they are competent and empowered to undertake their roles and support the organisation in the delivery of quality services. Manage data collection and evaluation across multiple platforms and projects and ensure all reporting to funders is completed. Monitor organisational performance against key budgets and metrics. Support continuous learning and improvement of organisational effectiveness. Build and maintain working partnerships with external organisations. Oversee the marketing and communications plan for the organisation. Deputise for the CEO as required. Experience, Skills and Knowledge required Experience: Proven record of achievement in a senior position within a charity or not-for-profit organisation. Significant experience of operational leadership, facilities management, budget management, compliance, risk management and Health & Safety. Experience of managing, motivating and developing staff. Knowledge of operational Human Resources best practice. Experience of managing and developing data capture and analytics, designing Key Performance Indicators and reporting. Relevant experience of developing new services or projects and writing funding applications and tenders against agreed targets, as well as business planning and project management. Skills & Abilities: Change management and project management expertise. Ability to work without close supervision with excellent organisational skills to manage, plan and prioritise own workload and workloads of other members of staff. Good interpersonal and communication skills relevant to a variety of audiences and stakeholders; Ability to persuade and influence, both face to face and in writing. Strong IT skills, including proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite, accessing databases, email and calendar management, and using the internet. Financial management skills, including fundraising, budgeting and delivery of cost and income targets. Knowledge & Understanding: Knowledge of new developments relating to equalities and human rights; local and regional programmes; and Government policies regarding health and civil society. Detailed knowledge of Health and Safety, General Data Protection Regulations and Charity Commission Framework. Knowledge and understanding of employment law and safeguarding legislation. A commitment to, and understanding of, diversity and inclusion, including an understanding of intersectionality. Understanding and knowledge of the diverse LGBT communities in Birmingham and the West Midlands.