Looking for a job that feels good? Become a Bank Support Worker with Avenues - Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire £12.21 per hour Zero hours contract Drivers are desirable If you're ready for a career where you can make a real difference, meet amazing people, and go home knowing you've helped someone live life their way - we'd love to hear from you! Shift patterns: 7am-2:30pm, 1:30pm-9pm, 2:30pm-9pm, 12pm-10pm, 7am-9pm sleep-in shift, 10pm-7am Drivers, with a FULL UK driving license, are desirable We are looking for Bank Support Workers to work with us in Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent, supporting male and female adults who have physical disabilities, diabetes, autism, mental health needs, learning disabilities and require assistance with moving/handling. No two days are the same, but your day might look like this! Supporting our people to be engaged in all day-to-day activities, including making full use of their community and beyond. Supporting our people with social activities and connecting with family and friends. Supporting the management of our people's finances. Keeping our people's home clean and fresh, and going shopping. Providing, and encouraging, personal care. And enjoying what you do! Experience in social care is not essential, we provide a full range of accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost to yourself, including the Health and Social Care Diploma that will really support your career progression. Benefits you can expect! Early Pay - ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish. Paid enhanced DBS. Flexible working. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Access to high quality training that supports your career development. Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website. Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500. Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling, and support. Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Dec 27, 2025
Contractor
Looking for a job that feels good? Become a Bank Support Worker with Avenues - Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire £12.21 per hour Zero hours contract Drivers are desirable If you're ready for a career where you can make a real difference, meet amazing people, and go home knowing you've helped someone live life their way - we'd love to hear from you! Shift patterns: 7am-2:30pm, 1:30pm-9pm, 2:30pm-9pm, 12pm-10pm, 7am-9pm sleep-in shift, 10pm-7am Drivers, with a FULL UK driving license, are desirable We are looking for Bank Support Workers to work with us in Gosport and Lee-on-the-Solent, supporting male and female adults who have physical disabilities, diabetes, autism, mental health needs, learning disabilities and require assistance with moving/handling. No two days are the same, but your day might look like this! Supporting our people to be engaged in all day-to-day activities, including making full use of their community and beyond. Supporting our people with social activities and connecting with family and friends. Supporting the management of our people's finances. Keeping our people's home clean and fresh, and going shopping. Providing, and encouraging, personal care. And enjoying what you do! Experience in social care is not essential, we provide a full range of accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost to yourself, including the Health and Social Care Diploma that will really support your career progression. Benefits you can expect! Early Pay - ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish. Paid enhanced DBS. Flexible working. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Access to high quality training that supports your career development. Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Benefits website. Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500. Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling, and support. Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Tired of Retail or Hospitality? Your Skills are Perfect for Social Care! Female Support Worker Full-time hours available £24,829 per year (pro rata) People-person? Love making someone's day? You already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in care - where your natural skills really make a difference. At Avenues, we believe supported people support others well. We create communities where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve amazing things - and you could be part of that! Why Social Care? Why now? If you're looking for: More meaningful work Job security and flexibility Real career progression A supportive, people-first team We've got you covered - and we'll provide all the training you need, completely free. We are looking for Female Support Workers to work with us in Liss, supporting male and female adults with learning disabilities, varied support needs from low to high and Downs syndrome. Female Support Worker Liss area £24,829 per annum pro rata Full time positions available - 39 hours per week All candidates must be able to work at weekends Desirable if Makaton is known No two days are the same, but your day might look like this! Supporting our people to be engaged in all day-to-day activities, including making full use of their community and beyond. Supporting our people with social activities, and connecting with family and friends. Supporting the management of our people's finances. Keeping our people's home clean and fresh, and going shopping. Providing, and encouraging, personal care. And enjoying what you do! Experience in social care is not essential, we provide a full range of accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost to yourself, including the Health and Social Care Diploma that will really support your career progression. Benefits you can expect! Early Pay - ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish. Paid enhanced DBS. Flexible working. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Access to high quality training that supports your career development. Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Bene£its website. Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500. Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling, and support Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage. There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Dec 27, 2025
Full time
Tired of Retail or Hospitality? Your Skills are Perfect for Social Care! Female Support Worker Full-time hours available £24,829 per year (pro rata) People-person? Love making someone's day? You already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in care - where your natural skills really make a difference. At Avenues, we believe supported people support others well. We create communities where people smile, laugh, grow, and achieve amazing things - and you could be part of that! Why Social Care? Why now? If you're looking for: More meaningful work Job security and flexibility Real career progression A supportive, people-first team We've got you covered - and we'll provide all the training you need, completely free. We are looking for Female Support Workers to work with us in Liss, supporting male and female adults with learning disabilities, varied support needs from low to high and Downs syndrome. Female Support Worker Liss area £24,829 per annum pro rata Full time positions available - 39 hours per week All candidates must be able to work at weekends Desirable if Makaton is known No two days are the same, but your day might look like this! Supporting our people to be engaged in all day-to-day activities, including making full use of their community and beyond. Supporting our people with social activities, and connecting with family and friends. Supporting the management of our people's finances. Keeping our people's home clean and fresh, and going shopping. Providing, and encouraging, personal care. And enjoying what you do! Experience in social care is not essential, we provide a full range of accredited and award-winning training programmes at no cost to yourself, including the Health and Social Care Diploma that will really support your career progression. Benefits you can expect! Early Pay - ability to access your earnings more frequently if you wish. Paid enhanced DBS. Flexible working. Paid annual leave (pro rata). Access to high quality training that supports your career development. Contributory pension scheme with life assurance. Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and The Bene£its website. Recommend a friend scheme - earn up to £500. Free and confidential 24/7 access to the health portal, counselling, and support Apply now! We look forward to hearing from you. As part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident Scheme", candidates who declare a disability, and meet the key criteria for this role, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at the interview stage. There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this post to be female in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.
Advanced / Senior Social Worker - Localities Team Location Westgate Centre Salary Range £36,363 - £48,226 Position Type Full-Time Contract Type Permanent Hours 29.60 Job Description How you'll make a difference Our social workers make a real difference. Every day, they work with families to help children and young people who have had a difficult start in life to achieve their ambitions. You'll be listening to young people, putting them at the heart of everything we do and work in partnership with families to equip them with the skills they need to ensure young people live in happy, healthy and safe homes. We're pleased to say that we provide an Ofsted rated 'Good' service, our Ofsted report can be viewed here. Join us to collectively maintain and build on this for the ongoing betterment of the children and young people of South Gloucestershire. What you will be doing You would be working within an established team of experienced social workers who undertake statutory social work in the areas of Child Protection (CP), Children in Need (CiN) and the initial stages of Looked After Children (LAC), as well as working within the Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings. We have a strong culture of giving staff the time, freedom and support to explore new and better ways of doing things, so we're looking for individuals keen to use their creativity to deliver high quality, child-centred practices, which ensure the best outcomes for children and families. You will provide information, advice and support to children, young people, their families and carers to enable children to enjoy and achieve social inclusion. You are responsible for fulfilling a duty to safeguard vulnerable children and young people and to assess need, develop plans and provide services where appropriate. You will then review these plans regularly to ensure that outcomes are being achieved. It will be key for you to ensure vulnerable children and young people are protected and supported to achieve positive outcomes through the provision of well planned, integrated and coordinated services. What we need from you We require you to be a qualified Social Worker with relevant registration to practice with Social Work England (SWE) or pending your formal qualification award and registration. You will have already successfully completed your ASYE (where qualifying since 2012) and have substantial post qualifying experience in a children's services role, unless you are seeking a newly qualified position. Given the elements of this role, you will be used to solving problems, be confident about making important decisions and are passionate about working with children, young people and families to meet their goals and aspirations. If seeking an Advanced Social Worker position, you will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of the relevant services including latest service developments, legislation, regulations and codes of practice. Those seeking a Senior Social Worker position will in addition to the above, have experience of supervision or mentoring of social workers or support staff and substantial first-hand experience in a relevant children's social care team. What you need to know This role is based in the Central Locality Hub in the Westgate Centre, Yate. Although this post is advertised as a full-time position, we encourage and welcome applications from experienced social workers who may be seeking part time, job share or flexible working arrangements. Please note that due to the nature of this role, it is a requirement of employment that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is obtained. You will be expected to travel throughout the authority and surrounding area so you must have a full, valid driving licence with regular access to a vehicle insured for business use or have an alternative suitable means of travel. We are planning for interviews to be held week commencing 12th January 2026. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different As part of our benefits package, you will receive generous annual leave (pro rata), employee wellbeing support and you will have access to a range of staff discounts , including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. We invest in the careers of our people, and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps our people make the greatest long-term difference in their work. What's special here is the strength of the team ethos . We are a relatively small local authority, so managers know staff well. They can plan their services to ensure teams have manageable caseloads and have effective supervision so feel supported to make decisions which are right for the children and young people they work with. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensuring all our staff are given right skills, knowledge and support to recognise and respond effectively to potential abuse or neglect. "Staff are overwhelmingly positive about working for South Gloucestershire Council. Staff report feeling heard and responded to by senior leaders. Reduced workloads, increased stability of managers and more business support have strengthened their ability to respond to and improve the quality of practice for children. A wealth of concentrated training, including the Programme for Change initiative, has developed skill sets and expertise of staff. Staff benefit from a clear pathway of career progression, including a bespoke managers development programme." Ofsted Report published July 2024 A career at South Gloucestershire is an opportunity for you to progress when you are ready. Any post can become any social worker grade, be it at initial recruitment or through internal progression, our grades and salaries are: Advanced Social Worker £40,777 - £44,075 Senior Social Worker £45,091 - £48,226 We have a fluid career progression programme and structure; what does this mean for you? You no longer need to wait for a vacancy to gain promotion. Apply for progression assessment when you are ready, no restrictions on application windows. Earn a higher income for your recognised experience. Gain promotion without needing to change teams, managers or employer - fast track your potential. Senior roles leading to both managerial or practice specialist careers. Gain experience in other teams with secondment opportunities encouraged. These posts attract a gross lump sum £3,000 'recruitment payment' pro rata offered to enable Social Workers who have already successfully completed their ASYE to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period (after approximately 3-6 months) and is subject to eligibility criteria. These posts are currently eligible for a market factor £3,000 'retention payment' pro rata, payable in November annually to those with two years' service with the council in Children's Social Care In an eligible post, inclusive of any ASYE period. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it! To view the full job description, please click this link: Children's Social Worker - Job Description
Dec 27, 2025
Full time
Advanced / Senior Social Worker - Localities Team Location Westgate Centre Salary Range £36,363 - £48,226 Position Type Full-Time Contract Type Permanent Hours 29.60 Job Description How you'll make a difference Our social workers make a real difference. Every day, they work with families to help children and young people who have had a difficult start in life to achieve their ambitions. You'll be listening to young people, putting them at the heart of everything we do and work in partnership with families to equip them with the skills they need to ensure young people live in happy, healthy and safe homes. We're pleased to say that we provide an Ofsted rated 'Good' service, our Ofsted report can be viewed here. Join us to collectively maintain and build on this for the ongoing betterment of the children and young people of South Gloucestershire. What you will be doing You would be working within an established team of experienced social workers who undertake statutory social work in the areas of Child Protection (CP), Children in Need (CiN) and the initial stages of Looked After Children (LAC), as well as working within the Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings. We have a strong culture of giving staff the time, freedom and support to explore new and better ways of doing things, so we're looking for individuals keen to use their creativity to deliver high quality, child-centred practices, which ensure the best outcomes for children and families. You will provide information, advice and support to children, young people, their families and carers to enable children to enjoy and achieve social inclusion. You are responsible for fulfilling a duty to safeguard vulnerable children and young people and to assess need, develop plans and provide services where appropriate. You will then review these plans regularly to ensure that outcomes are being achieved. It will be key for you to ensure vulnerable children and young people are protected and supported to achieve positive outcomes through the provision of well planned, integrated and coordinated services. What we need from you We require you to be a qualified Social Worker with relevant registration to practice with Social Work England (SWE) or pending your formal qualification award and registration. You will have already successfully completed your ASYE (where qualifying since 2012) and have substantial post qualifying experience in a children's services role, unless you are seeking a newly qualified position. Given the elements of this role, you will be used to solving problems, be confident about making important decisions and are passionate about working with children, young people and families to meet their goals and aspirations. If seeking an Advanced Social Worker position, you will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of the relevant services including latest service developments, legislation, regulations and codes of practice. Those seeking a Senior Social Worker position will in addition to the above, have experience of supervision or mentoring of social workers or support staff and substantial first-hand experience in a relevant children's social care team. What you need to know This role is based in the Central Locality Hub in the Westgate Centre, Yate. Although this post is advertised as a full-time position, we encourage and welcome applications from experienced social workers who may be seeking part time, job share or flexible working arrangements. Please note that due to the nature of this role, it is a requirement of employment that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is obtained. You will be expected to travel throughout the authority and surrounding area so you must have a full, valid driving licence with regular access to a vehicle insured for business use or have an alternative suitable means of travel. We are planning for interviews to be held week commencing 12th January 2026. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different As part of our benefits package, you will receive generous annual leave (pro rata), employee wellbeing support and you will have access to a range of staff discounts , including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. We invest in the careers of our people, and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps our people make the greatest long-term difference in their work. What's special here is the strength of the team ethos . We are a relatively small local authority, so managers know staff well. They can plan their services to ensure teams have manageable caseloads and have effective supervision so feel supported to make decisions which are right for the children and young people they work with. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensuring all our staff are given right skills, knowledge and support to recognise and respond effectively to potential abuse or neglect. "Staff are overwhelmingly positive about working for South Gloucestershire Council. Staff report feeling heard and responded to by senior leaders. Reduced workloads, increased stability of managers and more business support have strengthened their ability to respond to and improve the quality of practice for children. A wealth of concentrated training, including the Programme for Change initiative, has developed skill sets and expertise of staff. Staff benefit from a clear pathway of career progression, including a bespoke managers development programme." Ofsted Report published July 2024 A career at South Gloucestershire is an opportunity for you to progress when you are ready. Any post can become any social worker grade, be it at initial recruitment or through internal progression, our grades and salaries are: Advanced Social Worker £40,777 - £44,075 Senior Social Worker £45,091 - £48,226 We have a fluid career progression programme and structure; what does this mean for you? You no longer need to wait for a vacancy to gain promotion. Apply for progression assessment when you are ready, no restrictions on application windows. Earn a higher income for your recognised experience. Gain promotion without needing to change teams, managers or employer - fast track your potential. Senior roles leading to both managerial or practice specialist careers. Gain experience in other teams with secondment opportunities encouraged. These posts attract a gross lump sum £3,000 'recruitment payment' pro rata offered to enable Social Workers who have already successfully completed their ASYE to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period (after approximately 3-6 months) and is subject to eligibility criteria. These posts are currently eligible for a market factor £3,000 'retention payment' pro rata, payable in November annually to those with two years' service with the council in Children's Social Care In an eligible post, inclusive of any ASYE period. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it! To view the full job description, please click this link: Children's Social Worker - Job Description
Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 706204/711789 We have an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker to join our award-winning Adult Social Care Team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Social Worker in our Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) Team, you'll support young people with additional needs as they move from childhood into adult life. Working with those aged 14-25 as they navigate key milestones such as education, employment, independent living, health, and community participation. You'll collaborate closely with families, schools, adult services, health partners, and other agencies to ensure a smooth, empowering, and well-coordinated transition to adulthood. You'll be joining an award-winning, forward-thinking service that places young people and their families at the heart of everything we do. Wokingham is a progressive, high-performing council, recently recognised as one of the top local authorities in the country in our latest CQC Local Authority Assessment. We are also proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, working to transform adult social care so that everyone can live in a home they love, stay connected to what matters, and thrive within their community. You'll be welcomed into a supportive team that works flexibly through a hybrid model, combining home working, office collaboration, and in-person visits with young people and families as needed. We're committed to your professional growth, offering extensive training and development opportunities for those looking to specialise or advance their practice. Hear directly from our team: 'Working with the PfA team is some of the most rewarding work you can do. We champion young people at a crucial turning point, helping them move into adulthood with confidence and possibility. If you want purpose-driven work, real impact and a team that lifts you up - then PfA is where you belong' "If your goal to help young people overcome immediate challenges and foster long term positive change within their lives, and the community surrounding them which aligns with a person-centred approach, the Preparing for Adulthood Team is for you. We collaboratively, as a team, provide support and empowerment to provide self efficacy to allow everyone's best self to shine" Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities Work under the Care Act 2014 to assess and review the needs of young people and their carers, offering clear advice and connecting them with the right support to stay safe and well. Take a strengths-based, person-centred approach-building positive relationships and ensuring dignity, culture, communication needs, and individual choices are always respected. Complete risk assessments and develop plans that protect people while promoting independence and positive risk-taking. Identify and respond to concerns about abuse or neglect, contributing to safeguarding enquiries and helping put effective safety plans in place. Make sense of complex situations and work with others to find practical, creative solutions. Work closely with young people, their families, carers, education settings, health partners, and internal teams to gather information, assess needs, and agree the best support options-promoting independence, wellbeing, and sustainable outcomes within the community. Advocate for young people and ensure their voice is heard throughout their transition to adulthood. Candidate requirements Registered Social Worker (SWE) with experience in social care or healthcare settings. Passionate about supporting young people with SEND and complex needs. Skilled in strengths-based, person-centred practice and confident in multi-agency working. Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Children Act, Mental Capacity Act, and transition guidance. Experienced in assessing complex needs and analysing information to develop effective solutions. An empathetic, resilient communicator who can engage creatively with young people and families. Our area Wokingham Borough is a thriving area in the heart of Berkshire, offering great transport links, excellent schools, strong communities, and beautiful countryside. With a growing economy and low crime, it's a great place to live and work. We're also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community. If you are passionate about helping young people build their best adult futures, we would love to hear from you! For an informal discussion, please contact: Closing date: 18th January 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Dec 27, 2025
Full time
Social Worker - Preparing for Adulthood Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 706204/711789 We have an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker to join our award-winning Adult Social Care Team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Social Worker in our Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) Team, you'll support young people with additional needs as they move from childhood into adult life. Working with those aged 14-25 as they navigate key milestones such as education, employment, independent living, health, and community participation. You'll collaborate closely with families, schools, adult services, health partners, and other agencies to ensure a smooth, empowering, and well-coordinated transition to adulthood. You'll be joining an award-winning, forward-thinking service that places young people and their families at the heart of everything we do. Wokingham is a progressive, high-performing council, recently recognised as one of the top local authorities in the country in our latest CQC Local Authority Assessment. We are also proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, working to transform adult social care so that everyone can live in a home they love, stay connected to what matters, and thrive within their community. You'll be welcomed into a supportive team that works flexibly through a hybrid model, combining home working, office collaboration, and in-person visits with young people and families as needed. We're committed to your professional growth, offering extensive training and development opportunities for those looking to specialise or advance their practice. Hear directly from our team: 'Working with the PfA team is some of the most rewarding work you can do. We champion young people at a crucial turning point, helping them move into adulthood with confidence and possibility. If you want purpose-driven work, real impact and a team that lifts you up - then PfA is where you belong' "If your goal to help young people overcome immediate challenges and foster long term positive change within their lives, and the community surrounding them which aligns with a person-centred approach, the Preparing for Adulthood Team is for you. We collaboratively, as a team, provide support and empowerment to provide self efficacy to allow everyone's best self to shine" Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities Work under the Care Act 2014 to assess and review the needs of young people and their carers, offering clear advice and connecting them with the right support to stay safe and well. Take a strengths-based, person-centred approach-building positive relationships and ensuring dignity, culture, communication needs, and individual choices are always respected. Complete risk assessments and develop plans that protect people while promoting independence and positive risk-taking. Identify and respond to concerns about abuse or neglect, contributing to safeguarding enquiries and helping put effective safety plans in place. Make sense of complex situations and work with others to find practical, creative solutions. Work closely with young people, their families, carers, education settings, health partners, and internal teams to gather information, assess needs, and agree the best support options-promoting independence, wellbeing, and sustainable outcomes within the community. Advocate for young people and ensure their voice is heard throughout their transition to adulthood. Candidate requirements Registered Social Worker (SWE) with experience in social care or healthcare settings. Passionate about supporting young people with SEND and complex needs. Skilled in strengths-based, person-centred practice and confident in multi-agency working. Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Children Act, Mental Capacity Act, and transition guidance. Experienced in assessing complex needs and analysing information to develop effective solutions. An empathetic, resilient communicator who can engage creatively with young people and families. Our area Wokingham Borough is a thriving area in the heart of Berkshire, offering great transport links, excellent schools, strong communities, and beautiful countryside. With a growing economy and low crime, it's a great place to live and work. We're also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community. If you are passionate about helping young people build their best adult futures, we would love to hear from you! For an informal discussion, please contact: Closing date: 18th January 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Lead with Purpose. Change Lives. We're hiring: Assistant Service Manager - Social CareLocation: Norwich (on-site) Hours: Full-time (39 hours per week) Salary: £27,969 per annum Closing Date: 30 December 2025 Are you ready to step into a role where the difference you make is felt every single day?At Avenues, we believe in doing things differently. We put people first, and we are now searching for an Assistant Service Manager to work with us at our brand-new supported living service in Norwich. You'll be supporting 18 people with learning and physical disabilities, and autism, all living in a newly developed community of self-contained flats and bungalows. As part of the initial setup of the service, you'll play a key role in shaping how it runs and once in post, you'll help recruit and develop your very own team of Support Workers. This is not just another job. It's a values-led, person-first role where you'll have the freedom and trust to design a service around each person's needs, goals and routines. Every improvement you make, every connection you build, every smile you help create, it all matters. We're looking for someone who brings a positive, fun, can-do attitude to leading others and inspiring great support. Why this role is special You'll lead a skilled, dedicated team who care deeply about making a difference. You'll build trust, connections, and opportunities that help someone grow, explore their world, and feel fully understood. You'll be supported by a strong, committed family and professional network, all working towards the same goal. And most importantly, you'll be backed by an organisation that always puts people first. What you'll be doing Inspiring and mentoring your team to deliver person-centred, empowering support. Using Active Support to promote independence and choice. Managing operational responsibilities including rotas, safeguarding, compliance and support planning. Building strong, positive relationships with families, advocates and local partners. Championing a culture of dignity, inclusion, quality and high expectations. Acting as Service Manager in their absence. Who we're looking for You're not just an Assistant Service Manager, you're a leader, mentor, and motivator. You'll bring: a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. a solid understanding of the social care sector and the difference it makes to people's lives. Experience leading and developing teams, with confidence in safeguarding and compliance. a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance. and above all, energy, warmth and heart. Why Avenues? You'll join a supportive, values-led organisation where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is tangible. We offer flexible working, meaningful perks that value your time, energy and wellbeing, and the chance to be part of something that truly changes lives. We are proud to part of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you declare a disability, and meet the essential criteria, you'll be offered the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities at interview stage. Ready to take the next step? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you.
Dec 27, 2025
Full time
Lead with Purpose. Change Lives. We're hiring: Assistant Service Manager - Social CareLocation: Norwich (on-site) Hours: Full-time (39 hours per week) Salary: £27,969 per annum Closing Date: 30 December 2025 Are you ready to step into a role where the difference you make is felt every single day?At Avenues, we believe in doing things differently. We put people first, and we are now searching for an Assistant Service Manager to work with us at our brand-new supported living service in Norwich. You'll be supporting 18 people with learning and physical disabilities, and autism, all living in a newly developed community of self-contained flats and bungalows. As part of the initial setup of the service, you'll play a key role in shaping how it runs and once in post, you'll help recruit and develop your very own team of Support Workers. This is not just another job. It's a values-led, person-first role where you'll have the freedom and trust to design a service around each person's needs, goals and routines. Every improvement you make, every connection you build, every smile you help create, it all matters. We're looking for someone who brings a positive, fun, can-do attitude to leading others and inspiring great support. Why this role is special You'll lead a skilled, dedicated team who care deeply about making a difference. You'll build trust, connections, and opportunities that help someone grow, explore their world, and feel fully understood. You'll be supported by a strong, committed family and professional network, all working towards the same goal. And most importantly, you'll be backed by an organisation that always puts people first. What you'll be doing Inspiring and mentoring your team to deliver person-centred, empowering support. Using Active Support to promote independence and choice. Managing operational responsibilities including rotas, safeguarding, compliance and support planning. Building strong, positive relationships with families, advocates and local partners. Championing a culture of dignity, inclusion, quality and high expectations. Acting as Service Manager in their absence. Who we're looking for You're not just an Assistant Service Manager, you're a leader, mentor, and motivator. You'll bring: a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. a solid understanding of the social care sector and the difference it makes to people's lives. Experience leading and developing teams, with confidence in safeguarding and compliance. a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance. and above all, energy, warmth and heart. Why Avenues? You'll join a supportive, values-led organisation where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is tangible. We offer flexible working, meaningful perks that value your time, energy and wellbeing, and the chance to be part of something that truly changes lives. We are proud to part of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you declare a disability, and meet the essential criteria, you'll be offered the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities at interview stage. Ready to take the next step? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Our Team at Sherborne Utilities Ltd - Water Engineer (Team Leader/Ganger and Operative/Labourer) Location: Somerset / Dorset (No Relocations) Immediate Start Available Sherborne Utilities Ltd is one of the South West's leading water utilities contractors, proudly delivering professional, high-quality services across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Devon. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Water Engineer (Team Leader/Ganger and Labourers) to join our friendly, hardworking, and growing team. Why Join Sherborne Utilities? We're a company that values loyalty, professionalism, and dedication. We reward your hard work and support your development every step of the way. What We Offer: Full-time, long-term position £500 signing-on bonus after completing 6 months of service Employee referral scheme - earn cash for successful recommendations Hourly rate based on experience and qualifications Overtime paid at time and quarter, time and a half paid after passing probation 6 months Overtime and occasional weekend work available Company vehicle and fuel card for work-related use Branded uniform and full PPE provided 28 days paid holiday , including bank holidays (an additional days holiday every year after 2 years service, capped at 35 days total) Nest pension scheme Optional private health insurance - part-paid by the company Ongoing training, personal development, and career progression Friendly, proactive and supportive team culture Your Role: As a Team Leader/Ganger , you will take charge of a small crew, delivering key water utility projects including: Repair and maintenance works Mains laying and installations Private water services and connections You'll be responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, while maintaining respectful communication with customers and the public. Essential Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Water Hygiene Card Street Works Certification (NRSWA) - Team Leader only but beneficial for Operative As a Operative/Labourer your roles will include assisting the Team Leader, keeping the van and site clean and tidy, learning the basics from your Team Leader to allow progression in the job. Learning to drive the van and manoeuvre the trailer. We also require experience or certification in some or all of the following (the more you have, the better your rate of pay): Cat & Genny (Cable Avoidance Tool) First Aid at Work Manual Handling Abrasive Wheel Excavator and Dumper (CPCS/NPORS) Lifting Operations Vehicle Marshal / Banksman Desirable: Experience in team leadership roles within the water/utilities sector Familiarity with the local Dorset/Somerset and Wiltshire area Flexibility to handle occasional emergency jobs or weekend work Positive, proactive attitude with a commitment to safety and professionalism Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 07:30 to 17:00 Overtime available Occasional weekend work (as required) Extra Incentives: £500 signing bonus after 6 months Referral payments for bringing in more great workers Pay increases with more training and qualifications Part-funded private health insurance available Sound like a role for you? Take the next step in your career and become part of a trusted, supportive company that recognises your value and helps you grow. Apply today - we'd love to hear from you! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £13.00-£19.00 per hour Benefits: Company car Company pension On-site parking Application question(s): Are you based in Dorset or Somerset? (No Relocations) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work Location: On the road
Dec 26, 2025
Full time
Join Our Team at Sherborne Utilities Ltd - Water Engineer (Team Leader/Ganger and Operative/Labourer) Location: Somerset / Dorset (No Relocations) Immediate Start Available Sherborne Utilities Ltd is one of the South West's leading water utilities contractors, proudly delivering professional, high-quality services across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Devon. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Water Engineer (Team Leader/Ganger and Labourers) to join our friendly, hardworking, and growing team. Why Join Sherborne Utilities? We're a company that values loyalty, professionalism, and dedication. We reward your hard work and support your development every step of the way. What We Offer: Full-time, long-term position £500 signing-on bonus after completing 6 months of service Employee referral scheme - earn cash for successful recommendations Hourly rate based on experience and qualifications Overtime paid at time and quarter, time and a half paid after passing probation 6 months Overtime and occasional weekend work available Company vehicle and fuel card for work-related use Branded uniform and full PPE provided 28 days paid holiday , including bank holidays (an additional days holiday every year after 2 years service, capped at 35 days total) Nest pension scheme Optional private health insurance - part-paid by the company Ongoing training, personal development, and career progression Friendly, proactive and supportive team culture Your Role: As a Team Leader/Ganger , you will take charge of a small crew, delivering key water utility projects including: Repair and maintenance works Mains laying and installations Private water services and connections You'll be responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, while maintaining respectful communication with customers and the public. Essential Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Water Hygiene Card Street Works Certification (NRSWA) - Team Leader only but beneficial for Operative As a Operative/Labourer your roles will include assisting the Team Leader, keeping the van and site clean and tidy, learning the basics from your Team Leader to allow progression in the job. Learning to drive the van and manoeuvre the trailer. We also require experience or certification in some or all of the following (the more you have, the better your rate of pay): Cat & Genny (Cable Avoidance Tool) First Aid at Work Manual Handling Abrasive Wheel Excavator and Dumper (CPCS/NPORS) Lifting Operations Vehicle Marshal / Banksman Desirable: Experience in team leadership roles within the water/utilities sector Familiarity with the local Dorset/Somerset and Wiltshire area Flexibility to handle occasional emergency jobs or weekend work Positive, proactive attitude with a commitment to safety and professionalism Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 07:30 to 17:00 Overtime available Occasional weekend work (as required) Extra Incentives: £500 signing bonus after 6 months Referral payments for bringing in more great workers Pay increases with more training and qualifications Part-funded private health insurance available Sound like a role for you? Take the next step in your career and become part of a trusted, supportive company that recognises your value and helps you grow. Apply today - we'd love to hear from you! Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £13.00-£19.00 per hour Benefits: Company car Company pension On-site parking Application question(s): Are you based in Dorset or Somerset? (No Relocations) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) Work Location: On the road
Social Care Practitioner - Review Team (Adult Social Care) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £28,598 - £31,023 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 711619 We have an exciting opportunity available for a Social Care Practitioner to join our small, friendly and supportive Review Team (Adult Social Care) here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As a Social Care Practitioner, you will use a strength-based approach to maximise individual's abilities to live as independently as possible and remain safe in their community. You will work under the supervision of a registered practitioner to undertake direct work with individuals and their carers. Adult Social Care provides a range of interventions to adults who need extra support to stay healthy, play a part in their community and lead as fulfilling a life as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and advance to a Grade 6 once all progression criteria's have been met. This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council has joined Social Care Future (SCF), a growing movement working to transform adult social care. SCF aims to change how people think about care and organise it so that everyone, whatever their age, health, or disability can live in a home they choose, stay connected to what they love, and be part of supportive communities while doing what matters to them. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities: Manage your own diary and caseload to complete work in agreed time frames. Complete strength-based reviews of care in line with our statutory duty. Co-ordinate feedback from a range of sources, working with advocates where necessary. Provide written reports and maintain day to day case recording. Have good communication skills to engage with all our residents. Work as part of a team. Candidate requirements: Competent level of IT skills and ability to learn and use adult social care recording system Excellent verbal and written communication skills - including ability to engage with individuals with a diverse range of communication needs Ability to relate to individuals from a diverse range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds Awareness of the impact of ill health, disability, social disadvantage, and poverty has on and individuals' wellbeing Experience of working in a health or social care setting/ or in a customer facing role. Our Area Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today. Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact Jen Daines via email Closing date: 18th January 2025, 11pm Interview date: TBC Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Dec 26, 2025
Full time
Social Care Practitioner - Review Team (Adult Social Care) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £28,598 - £31,023 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 711619 We have an exciting opportunity available for a Social Care Practitioner to join our small, friendly and supportive Review Team (Adult Social Care) here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As a Social Care Practitioner, you will use a strength-based approach to maximise individual's abilities to live as independently as possible and remain safe in their community. You will work under the supervision of a registered practitioner to undertake direct work with individuals and their carers. Adult Social Care provides a range of interventions to adults who need extra support to stay healthy, play a part in their community and lead as fulfilling a life as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to develop and advance to a Grade 6 once all progression criteria's have been met. This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council has joined Social Care Future (SCF), a growing movement working to transform adult social care. SCF aims to change how people think about care and organise it so that everyone, whatever their age, health, or disability can live in a home they choose, stay connected to what they love, and be part of supportive communities while doing what matters to them. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 27 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities: Manage your own diary and caseload to complete work in agreed time frames. Complete strength-based reviews of care in line with our statutory duty. Co-ordinate feedback from a range of sources, working with advocates where necessary. Provide written reports and maintain day to day case recording. Have good communication skills to engage with all our residents. Work as part of a team. Candidate requirements: Competent level of IT skills and ability to learn and use adult social care recording system Excellent verbal and written communication skills - including ability to engage with individuals with a diverse range of communication needs Ability to relate to individuals from a diverse range of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds Awareness of the impact of ill health, disability, social disadvantage, and poverty has on and individuals' wellbeing Experience of working in a health or social care setting/ or in a customer facing role. Our Area Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today. Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, please contact Jen Daines via email Closing date: 18th January 2025, 11pm Interview date: TBC Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you may be invited to interview before the closing date. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week £52,194 - £55,323 per annum About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you'll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here. About The Role Are you ready to take the next step/new leap in your career in residential children's care? Are you looking for a fresh new start? Come join a brand new team where you will be supporting our children and young people, by helping them to build trusted relationships. We want people like you - who will bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and healthy coping strategies. Through supporting them to engage with fun and meaningful activities including education you will help support the contribution to everyday life within the home. In doing so, you will help them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate some complex family dynamics. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something brand new and truly impactful. We're opening a brand new, purpose-built six-bedroom residential children's home (Bedfont Lane) in Hounslow early next year, designed to support Looked After Children with complex and challenging behavioural needs. As the Registered Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and success of this home from day one. We're building a passionate, skilled, and committed team to deliver outstanding care and support to Hounslow's children and their families. You'll be at the heart of this mission-leading with compassion, driving excellence, and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. This is an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic new setting and help build something special for the community, we want to hear from you. This role sits within the Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team and is responsible for the strategic, operational, and regulatory leadership of a newly established children's residential home. The Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home will oversee the development and implementation of care policies, ensure compliance with Ofsted and statutory regulations, and lead a skilled team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. They will work on: • Recruiting and developing residential staff. • Managing care planning and safeguarding procedures. • Building strong relationships with children, families, and professionals. • Ensuring the home meets Quality Standards and delivers positive outcomes. The role offers opportunities for professional growth through: • Leading service innovation and continuous improvement. • Chairing working groups and contributing to policy development. • Engaging in ongoing training and development. • Building leadership capacity through supervision and mentoring responsibilities. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone passionate about improving life outcomes for children and young people in care. About The Team You'll Be Working In The Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team is dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Its core purpose is to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality care environments that support children's development, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes. You'll be joining a newly formed, forward-thinking residential care team that's committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care. Led by the Residential Group Manager, the team will include: • Residential Manager. • Deputy Managers. • Senior Residential Support Workers. • Residential Support Workers. • A Chef/Cook. • A Handyperson. • A Domestic Cleaner. Together, you'll work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards of care, guided by Hounslow's values and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. The team is passionate about safeguarding, inclusion, and empowering children and young people to achieve their full potential. You'll also work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families to ensure holistic support and continuity of care. This team plays a vital role in: • Delivering statutory care and safeguarding responsibilities. • Ensuring compliance with national regulations and Ofsted standards. • Creating tailored care plans that reflect each child's individual needs and aspirations. The impact of this work is significant for children and young people to benefit and have stable, supportive relationships, improved life chances, and a sense of belonging within their communities. About You You are a confident, compassionate, and experienced leader with a proven track record in residential childcare. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, and you're passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can thrive. You have extensive experience managing residential teams, and you know how to inspire, develop, and support staff to deliver consistently high standards of care. You're confident in navigating the regulatory landscape, with a strong working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, The Children Act, and Ofsted's inspection framework. You're strategic and operationally sharp, able to manage budgets, lead inspections, develop policies, and ensure the home runs smoothly day-to-day. You're also emotionally resilient, with excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, and have a commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice. You hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) and meet the requirements to be registered with Ofsted. We are looking for someone who is ready to take on the challenge of launching and leading a brand-new home, building a strong team, and making a lasting difference in the lives of Hounslow's children and young people. This is a role for someone who wants to shape a service from the ground up, lead with integrity, and be part of a team that's focused on delivering lasting change for children and families. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile. Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! Enhanced DBS check is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this role will take place throughout January 2026 as part of a wider recruitment campaign to build a brand new team for the opening of our residential children's home in Hounslow. We're recruiting across multiple roles to ensure the home is fully staffed with passionate, skilled professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to arrange an interview time. Please be mindful that multiple roles are being interviewed during this period, so scheduling may take a little longer than usual, but rest assured . click apply for full job details
Dec 26, 2025
Full time
Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home Permanent, Full-Time, 36 hours per week £52,194 - £55,323 per annum About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you'll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here. About The Role Are you ready to take the next step/new leap in your career in residential children's care? Are you looking for a fresh new start? Come join a brand new team where you will be supporting our children and young people, by helping them to build trusted relationships. We want people like you - who will bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work - creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and healthy coping strategies. Through supporting them to engage with fun and meaningful activities including education you will help support the contribution to everyday life within the home. In doing so, you will help them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate some complex family dynamics. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something brand new and truly impactful. We're opening a brand new, purpose-built six-bedroom residential children's home (Bedfont Lane) in Hounslow early next year, designed to support Looked After Children with complex and challenging behavioural needs. As the Registered Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, standards, and success of this home from day one. We're building a passionate, skilled, and committed team to deliver outstanding care and support to Hounslow's children and their families. You'll be at the heart of this mission-leading with compassion, driving excellence, and making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. This is an opportunity to create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where children can thrive. If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic new setting and help build something special for the community, we want to hear from you. This role sits within the Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team and is responsible for the strategic, operational, and regulatory leadership of a newly established children's residential home. The Registered Manager - Bedfont Lane Children's Home will oversee the development and implementation of care policies, ensure compliance with Ofsted and statutory regulations, and lead a skilled team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care. They will work on: • Recruiting and developing residential staff. • Managing care planning and safeguarding procedures. • Building strong relationships with children, families, and professionals. • Ensuring the home meets Quality Standards and delivers positive outcomes. The role offers opportunities for professional growth through: • Leading service innovation and continuous improvement. • Chairing working groups and contributing to policy development. • Engaging in ongoing training and development. • Building leadership capacity through supervision and mentoring responsibilities. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone passionate about improving life outcomes for children and young people in care. About The Team You'll Be Working In The Children's Safeguarding and Specialist Services team is dedicated to protecting and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people. Its core purpose is to provide safe, nurturing, and high-quality care environments that support children's development, emotional wellbeing, and long-term outcomes. You'll be joining a newly formed, forward-thinking residential care team that's committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred care. Led by the Residential Group Manager, the team will include: • Residential Manager. • Deputy Managers. • Senior Residential Support Workers. • Residential Support Workers. • A Chef/Cook. • A Handyperson. • A Domestic Cleaner. Together, you'll work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards of care, guided by Hounslow's values and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015. The team is passionate about safeguarding, inclusion, and empowering children and young people to achieve their full potential. You'll also work closely with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families to ensure holistic support and continuity of care. This team plays a vital role in: • Delivering statutory care and safeguarding responsibilities. • Ensuring compliance with national regulations and Ofsted standards. • Creating tailored care plans that reflect each child's individual needs and aspirations. The impact of this work is significant for children and young people to benefit and have stable, supportive relationships, improved life chances, and a sense of belonging within their communities. About You You are a confident, compassionate, and experienced leader with a proven track record in residential childcare. You bring a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, and you're passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where they can thrive. You have extensive experience managing residential teams, and you know how to inspire, develop, and support staff to deliver consistently high standards of care. You're confident in navigating the regulatory landscape, with a strong working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, The Children Act, and Ofsted's inspection framework. You're strategic and operationally sharp, able to manage budgets, lead inspections, develop policies, and ensure the home runs smoothly day-to-day. You're also emotionally resilient, with excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, and have a commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice. You hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) and meet the requirements to be registered with Ofsted. We are looking for someone who is ready to take on the challenge of launching and leading a brand-new home, building a strong team, and making a lasting difference in the lives of Hounslow's children and young people. This is a role for someone who wants to shape a service from the ground up, lead with integrity, and be part of a team that's focused on delivering lasting change for children and families. Read more about the work you'll be doing in the Role Profile. Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! Enhanced DBS check is required for the role. When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Interviews for this role will take place throughout January 2026 as part of a wider recruitment campaign to build a brand new team for the opening of our residential children's home in Hounslow. We're recruiting across multiple roles to ensure the home is fully staffed with passionate, skilled professionals ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and young people. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch as soon as possible to arrange an interview time. Please be mindful that multiple roles are being interviewed during this period, so scheduling may take a little longer than usual, but rest assured . click apply for full job details
We are currently seeking to appoint a number of HGV drivers, based out of Fareham/Southampton/Chichester. The successful candidate will be required to undertake daily driving duties whilst complying with all legal obligations and Company procedures/instructions as detailed within Driver Inductions, Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and adhere to all associated Health & Safety requirements. Vehicle category: Skip Loader Key skills, experience and/or qualifications required: Have a Category C (Class 2) licence Hold a valid CPC certificate Skip/hook loader experience is highly desirable In return, you will get: Base Pay - Standard rate: £13.30 per hour, minimum 50 hours per week - Overtime at 1.5x standard rate after 10 hours daily between Monday to Friday - Overtime at 1.5x standard rate for all hours worked Saturday - Overtime at 2x standard rate for all hours worked Sunday and Public Holidays Attendance Bonus - £20.00 per week (£1,040.00 per year), subject to eligibility: 1. Full and on-time attendance Monday to Friday 2. Availability for allocated Saturday Pay Enhancements - Mobile worker allowance (equivalent up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief) This is eligible for up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief, and does not include potential overtime at enhanced rates. - 3% employer pension contribution This is eligible for up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief, and does not include potential overtime at enhanced rates. Potential annual gross pay, based on 55 hours (not explicitly worked hours) : £40,807.00 Please note this is indicative of gross pay only and is subject to your own tax situation and pension enrolment. Company Description TJ Waste & Recycling Ltd is the waste management arm of TJ, serving both commercial and domestic consumers with a range of waste collection and disposal solutions in the South East Region. Under this banner, TJ operates a network of strategically located Materials Recovery Facility's equipped to recycle up to 100% of waste received. Through organic growth and acquisition, TJ Waste & Recycling has become one of the leading independent waste management providers in the South East. Employment-Specific Benefits & Allowances - 20 days holiday, plus Public Holidays - Perks at Work employee discount platform (opt-in) - Company uniform (personal protective equipment) - 20% discount code for skip-hire services (on request) - Parking on-premises - Referral bonus for suggesting staff Work Remotely: No Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.30 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: Charity Farm, 127 Wickham Road, Fareham PO17 5BP/Dibles Wharf, Belvidere Road, Hampshire, Southampton SO14 5QY/Northwood Farm, Burndell Rd, Arundel BN18 0HR In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.30 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: WasteSkipLoader Job Type: Full-time Pay: From £13.70 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: SkipDriver2024
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
We are currently seeking to appoint a number of HGV drivers, based out of Fareham/Southampton/Chichester. The successful candidate will be required to undertake daily driving duties whilst complying with all legal obligations and Company procedures/instructions as detailed within Driver Inductions, Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and adhere to all associated Health & Safety requirements. Vehicle category: Skip Loader Key skills, experience and/or qualifications required: Have a Category C (Class 2) licence Hold a valid CPC certificate Skip/hook loader experience is highly desirable In return, you will get: Base Pay - Standard rate: £13.30 per hour, minimum 50 hours per week - Overtime at 1.5x standard rate after 10 hours daily between Monday to Friday - Overtime at 1.5x standard rate for all hours worked Saturday - Overtime at 2x standard rate for all hours worked Sunday and Public Holidays Attendance Bonus - £20.00 per week (£1,040.00 per year), subject to eligibility: 1. Full and on-time attendance Monday to Friday 2. Availability for allocated Saturday Pay Enhancements - Mobile worker allowance (equivalent up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief) This is eligible for up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief, and does not include potential overtime at enhanced rates. - 3% employer pension contribution This is eligible for up to £0.225 per hour in tax relief, and does not include potential overtime at enhanced rates. Potential annual gross pay, based on 55 hours (not explicitly worked hours) : £40,807.00 Please note this is indicative of gross pay only and is subject to your own tax situation and pension enrolment. Company Description TJ Waste & Recycling Ltd is the waste management arm of TJ, serving both commercial and domestic consumers with a range of waste collection and disposal solutions in the South East Region. Under this banner, TJ operates a network of strategically located Materials Recovery Facility's equipped to recycle up to 100% of waste received. Through organic growth and acquisition, TJ Waste & Recycling has become one of the leading independent waste management providers in the South East. Employment-Specific Benefits & Allowances - 20 days holiday, plus Public Holidays - Perks at Work employee discount platform (opt-in) - Company uniform (personal protective equipment) - 20% discount code for skip-hire services (on request) - Parking on-premises - Referral bonus for suggesting staff Work Remotely: No Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.30 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: Charity Farm, 127 Wickham Road, Fareham PO17 5BP/Dibles Wharf, Belvidere Road, Hampshire, Southampton SO14 5QY/Northwood Farm, Burndell Rd, Arundel BN18 0HR In person Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.30 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: WasteSkipLoader Job Type: Full-time Pay: From £13.70 per hour Benefits: Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Experience: Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driver CPC (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: SkipDriver2024
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can lead a dedicated team and make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? We are a well-established housing association based in Coventry, currently recruiting for a Housing Support Team Leader. Key Responsibilities of a Housing Support Team Leader Lead and supervise a team of support workers, ensuring high-quality support is prov click apply for full job details
Dec 25, 2025
Contractor
Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can lead a dedicated team and make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? We are a well-established housing association based in Coventry, currently recruiting for a Housing Support Team Leader. Key Responsibilities of a Housing Support Team Leader Lead and supervise a team of support workers, ensuring high-quality support is prov click apply for full job details
Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full Time Salary: Up to £39,000 dependent on experience Contract term: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week, 5 hours per day Monday - Friday Location: Hybrid, office base Milton Keynes Caseload Location: Essex Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assuran click apply for full job details
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full Time Salary: Up to £39,000 dependent on experience Contract term: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week, 5 hours per day Monday - Friday Location: Hybrid, office base Milton Keynes Caseload Location: Essex Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assuran click apply for full job details
Job Description: Start date: September 2026 Location: Belfast Duration: 36 months Application closing date: 28th February 2026 - Please note we may close adverts earlier if we receive a high level of interest for this role so we would strongly encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please be aware that if you apply between 18th December 2025 - 5th January 2026 , there will be a slight delay in receiving your invitation to complete the next stage of your application (our online assessment) due to our Company Christmas Shutdown period. Salary: A competitive starting salary of £15,975. hours per week Pension Success share Plus many more flexible benefits! About us: Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airb us as a Craft Engineering Apprentice at our site in Belfast and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A220 aircraft. This 36-month programme offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. As the global centre of excellence for A220 wing manufacturing, our Belfast site delivers over 70 wing sets each year. Our apprenticeship programme is carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly. With over 157,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently What you will be doing: As a Craft Apprentice you'll immerse yourself for the first 12 months of the programme learning the foundational skills required for building aircraft. While completing your academic studies the course will also cover an element of mechanical fitting activities. This programme is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on aircraft components. This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact: Year One : You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Belfast Met working towards obtaining: NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations; Level 2 Academic Qualification Level 2 Essential Skills; This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year. Year 2 and 3 : Your Learning Takes Flight at Belfast! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world-class team at the Airbus Belfast site. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills. This will include: Preparation & Setup: This involves meticulously cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish. It also includes accurately mixing paints and preparing spray equipment according to specifications. Application & Quality: Skillfully applying multiple, even coats of paint using precise techniques, while monitoring environmental conditions. A crucial part of the role is inspecting the finish for quality, making adjustments, and performing touch-ups, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and equipment maintenance. Fitting Activities - This would include a placement in our single aisle and wide body business areas to perform fitting activities in our wingbox production areas, these activities will include drilling and installing fasteners. You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards: Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering) Level 3 Academic Certificate Upon successful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a Skilled Fitter, specialising in the assembly of both metallic and composite components to produce the wing box structure on our world-class A220 aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career. Requirements In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must achieve a minimum of Four GCSE passes in the following subjects: Mathematics: minimum Grade C English Language: minimum Grade C Science or a Technology based subject minimum Grade C Any other subject minimum Grade Preference may be given to candidates with a minimum Grade B or C in Math. Essential Skills, Key Skills or City & Guilds, at the appropriate level, will also be considered as acceptable equivalents. Applicants should be aware that the selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with the eligibility criteria for the funding of the Apprenticeships NI 2021 program, as set out by the Department for the Economy. BOOST YOUR APPLICATION We want to get to know you -not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you. Why a hands-on apprenticeship? Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning. Show your hands-on experience. In your CV or cover letter, include any hands-on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like: DIY projects Building and fixing things Doing make-up or beauty work Tinkering and Tech Projects Building models Baking or cooking Others Important Information: GRADES: Please note: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website . Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus . Contact: Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship - Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Start date: September 2026 Location: Belfast Duration: 36 months Application closing date: 28th February 2026 - Please note we may close adverts earlier if we receive a high level of interest for this role so we would strongly encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please be aware that if you apply between 18th December 2025 - 5th January 2026 , there will be a slight delay in receiving your invitation to complete the next stage of your application (our online assessment) due to our Company Christmas Shutdown period. Salary: A competitive starting salary of £15,975. hours per week Pension Success share Plus many more flexible benefits! About us: Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airb us as a Craft Engineering Apprentice at our site in Belfast and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A220 aircraft. This 36-month programme offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. As the global centre of excellence for A220 wing manufacturing, our Belfast site delivers over 70 wing sets each year. Our apprenticeship programme is carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly. With over 157,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently What you will be doing: As a Craft Apprentice you'll immerse yourself for the first 12 months of the programme learning the foundational skills required for building aircraft. While completing your academic studies the course will also cover an element of mechanical fitting activities. This programme is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on aircraft components. This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact: Year One : You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Belfast Met working towards obtaining: NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations; Level 2 Academic Qualification Level 2 Essential Skills; This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year. Year 2 and 3 : Your Learning Takes Flight at Belfast! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world-class team at the Airbus Belfast site. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills. This will include: Preparation & Setup: This involves meticulously cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish. It also includes accurately mixing paints and preparing spray equipment according to specifications. Application & Quality: Skillfully applying multiple, even coats of paint using precise techniques, while monitoring environmental conditions. A crucial part of the role is inspecting the finish for quality, making adjustments, and performing touch-ups, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and equipment maintenance. Fitting Activities - This would include a placement in our single aisle and wide body business areas to perform fitting activities in our wingbox production areas, these activities will include drilling and installing fasteners. You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards: Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering) Level 3 Academic Certificate Upon successful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a Skilled Fitter, specialising in the assembly of both metallic and composite components to produce the wing box structure on our world-class A220 aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career. Requirements In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must achieve a minimum of Four GCSE passes in the following subjects: Mathematics: minimum Grade C English Language: minimum Grade C Science or a Technology based subject minimum Grade C Any other subject minimum Grade Preference may be given to candidates with a minimum Grade B or C in Math. Essential Skills, Key Skills or City & Guilds, at the appropriate level, will also be considered as acceptable equivalents. Applicants should be aware that the selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with the eligibility criteria for the funding of the Apprenticeships NI 2021 program, as set out by the Department for the Economy. BOOST YOUR APPLICATION We want to get to know you -not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you. Why a hands-on apprenticeship? Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning. Show your hands-on experience. In your CV or cover letter, include any hands-on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like: DIY projects Building and fixing things Doing make-up or beauty work Tinkering and Tech Projects Building models Baking or cooking Others Important Information: GRADES: Please note: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website . Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus . Contact: Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship - Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Job Description: Start date: September 2026 Location: Belfast Duration: 36 months Application closing date: 28th February 2026 - Please note we may close adverts earlier if we receive a high level of interest for this role so we would strongly encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please be aware that if you apply between 18th December 2025 - 5th January 2026 , there will be a slight delay in receiving your invitation to complete the next stage of your application (our online assessment) due to our Company Christmas Shutdown period. Salary: A competitive starting salary of £15,975. hours per week Pension Success share Plus many more flexible benefits! About us: Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airb us as a Craft Engineering Apprentice at our site in Belfast and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A220 aircraft. This 36-month programme offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. As the global centre of excellence for A220 wing manufacturing, our Belfast site delivers over 70 wing sets each year. Our apprenticeship programme is carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly. With over 157,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently What you will be doing: As a Craft Apprentice you'll immerse yourself for the first 12 months of the programme learning the foundational skills required for building aircraft. While completing your academic studies the course will also cover an element of mechanical fitting activities. This programme is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on aircraft components. This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact: Year One : You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Belfast Met working towards obtaining: NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations; Level 2 Academic Qualification Level 2 Essential Skills; This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year. Year 2 and 3 : Your Learning Takes Flight at Belfast! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world-class team at the Airbus Belfast site. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills. This will include: Preparation & Setup: This involves meticulously cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish. It also includes accurately mixing paints and preparing spray equipment according to specifications. Application & Quality: Skillfully applying multiple, even coats of paint using precise techniques, while monitoring environmental conditions. A crucial part of the role is inspecting the finish for quality, making adjustments, and performing touch-ups, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and equipment maintenance. Fitting Activities - This would include a placement in our single aisle and wide body business areas to perform fitting activities in our wingbox production areas, these activities will include drilling and installing fasteners. You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards: Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering) Level 3 Academic Certificate Upon successful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a Skilled Fitter, specialising in the assembly of both metallic and composite components to produce the wing box structure on our world-class A220 aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career. Requirements In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must achieve a minimum of Four GCSE passes in the following subjects: Mathematics: minimum Grade C English Language: minimum Grade C Science or a Technology based subject minimum Grade C Any other subject minimum Grade Preference may be given to candidates with a minimum Grade B or C in Math. Essential Skills, Key Skills or City & Guilds, at the appropriate level, will also be considered as acceptable equivalents. Applicants should be aware that the selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with the eligibility criteria for the funding of the Apprenticeships NI 2021 program, as set out by the Department for the Economy. BOOST YOUR APPLICATION We want to get to know you -not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you. Why a hands-on apprenticeship? Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning. Show your hands-on experience. In your CV or cover letter, include any hands-on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like: DIY projects Building and fixing things Doing make-up or beauty work Tinkering and Tech Projects Building models Baking or cooking Others Important Information: GRADES: Please note: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website . Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus . Contact: Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship - Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Start date: September 2026 Location: Belfast Duration: 36 months Application closing date: 28th February 2026 - Please note we may close adverts earlier if we receive a high level of interest for this role so we would strongly encourage you to apply early to avoid missing out on this opportunity! Please be aware that if you apply between 18th December 2025 - 5th January 2026 , there will be a slight delay in receiving your invitation to complete the next stage of your application (our online assessment) due to our Company Christmas Shutdown period. Salary: A competitive starting salary of £15,975. hours per week Pension Success share Plus many more flexible benefits! About us: Ready to build the wings that lift the world? Join Airb us as a Craft Engineering Apprentice at our site in Belfast and play a vital role in manufacturing wings for our A220 aircraft. This 36-month programme offers valuable hands-on training, recognised qualifications, and a clear path to a rewarding career in aviation. At Airbus, we believe a diverse workforce drives innovation. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. Airbus is a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, leading the way in designing, manufacturing, and delivering aerospace products across Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence, and Space sectors. As the global centre of excellence for A220 wing manufacturing, our Belfast site delivers over 70 wing sets each year. Our apprenticeship programme is carefully designed to give you valuable practical training alongside your academic studies, setting you up for success and helping your career truly fly. With over 157,000 employees worldwide and as the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe, Airbus is at the forefront of the aviation industry. During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our experienced engineers and quality team to support you to complete the work safely and efficiently What you will be doing: As a Craft Apprentice you'll immerse yourself for the first 12 months of the programme learning the foundational skills required for building aircraft. While completing your academic studies the course will also cover an element of mechanical fitting activities. This programme is designed to equip you with valuable qualifications and competencies to work directly on aircraft components. This 36-month apprenticeship is structured to maximise your learning and impact: Year One : You will spend the first 12 months of your apprenticeship based at Belfast Met working towards obtaining: NVQ Level 2 diploma in Performing Engineering Operations; Level 2 Academic Qualification Level 2 Essential Skills; This will allow you to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to make an immediate contribution when you enter the workforce in the second year. Year 2 and 3 : Your Learning Takes Flight at Belfast! Building on your foundational knowledge, you'll join our world-class team at the Airbus Belfast site. Here, you'll apply your skills directly to live aircraft projects. Your varied tasks will require a range of technical skills. This will include: Preparation & Setup: This involves meticulously cleaning, sanding, and masking surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and a flawless finish. It also includes accurately mixing paints and preparing spray equipment according to specifications. Application & Quality: Skillfully applying multiple, even coats of paint using precise techniques, while monitoring environmental conditions. A crucial part of the role is inspecting the finish for quality, making adjustments, and performing touch-ups, all while strictly adhering to safety protocols and equipment maintenance. Fitting Activities - This would include a placement in our single aisle and wide body business areas to perform fitting activities in our wingbox production areas, these activities will include drilling and installing fasteners. You'll continue your academic studies on day release, working towards: Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering) Level 3 Academic Certificate Upon successful completion of your 36-month apprenticeship, you'll become a Skilled Fitter, specialising in the assembly of both metallic and composite components to produce the wing box structure on our world-class A220 aircraft. You'll receive a Modern Apprenticeship Certificate, setting you up for a fantastic career. Requirements In order to be eligible to this apprenticeship you must achieve a minimum of Four GCSE passes in the following subjects: Mathematics: minimum Grade C English Language: minimum Grade C Science or a Technology based subject minimum Grade C Any other subject minimum Grade Preference may be given to candidates with a minimum Grade B or C in Math. Essential Skills, Key Skills or City & Guilds, at the appropriate level, will also be considered as acceptable equivalents. Applicants should be aware that the selection of successful candidates will be made in accordance with the eligibility criteria for the funding of the Apprenticeships NI 2021 program, as set out by the Department for the Economy. BOOST YOUR APPLICATION We want to get to know you -not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter: Why Airbus? What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? Is it our aircraft, innovation, global impact, or something else? Let us know what interests you about our work and why we stand out to you. Why a hands-on apprenticeship? Why do you want to learn by doing? We'd love to hear what draws you to practical, skills-based learning. Show your hands-on experience. In your CV or cover letter, include any hands-on activities or hobbies where you've used practical skills. These could be things like: DIY projects Building and fixing things Doing make-up or beauty work Tinkering and Tech Projects Building models Baking or cooking Others Important Information: GRADES: Please note: Any offer will be conditional upon us receiving evidence of your required grades in addition to completing all pre-employment checks and online forms. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website . Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus . Contact: Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. We employ people from all sections of the community and are committed to the appointment of the best candidate based upon the merit principle alone. In pursuit of our equal opportunities programme, we would particularly welcome more applications from Catholics and females, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Company: Airbus Belfast Limited Employment Type: Apprenticeship - Experience Level: Student Job Family: By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time Salary: Up to £45,000 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, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based in Oldbury with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands. ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our Manager in Process of Registration and are a close, supportive team of staff. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior /Supervising Social Worker to join our passionate team. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support and supervise 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. Work with foster parents to ensure they fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the ACS policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to foster parents in line with ACS's Operational Standards. Work in partnership with local authorities and other professionals to support children, young people and foster parents and contribute to all relevant meetings and any other tasks. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. 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 Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with young people and adults Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities. Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota or Andrew Nugent, Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Active Care Solutions 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.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full Time Salary: Up to £45,000 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, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Office Based in Oldbury with flexibility to work from home - Covering the West Midlands. ABOUT US We're a high-quality fostering organisation, recognised as 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, and one of the UK's only independent fostering agencies specialising in cultural and faith-based fostering placements. That's what we set out to do in 2012, and we're still doing it today. Our focus is on helping children and young people with specific religious or cultural needs find foster parents who share their values and identity and can provide a safe and loving home. As such we provide a specialist service and in our most recent inspection in 2024, OFSTED rated us as 'Outstanding' in every area of our work Our head office is in the West Midlands, but as out reputation and services have grown, so has our presence across the UK. We now have an office in Blackburn and also cover the East Midlands and Yorkshire. We are fortunate to have Kulvinder Kaur Sahota as our Manager in Process of Registration and are a close, supportive team of staff. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior /Supervising Social Worker to join our passionate team. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Support and supervise 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. Work with foster parents to ensure they fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the ACS policies and procedures. Provide and record regular supervision to foster parents in line with ACS's Operational Standards. Work in partnership with local authorities and other professionals to support children, young people and foster parents and contribute to all relevant meetings and any other tasks. Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation. 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 Participate in day 'duty system' on a rota basis supporting referrals team YOU MUST HAVE: A Social Work qualification Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with young people and adults Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures Ability to work in partnership with placing authorities. Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away) Full driving licence For more information about this post please contact Kulvinder Kaur Sahota or Andrew Nugent, Fostering Service Manager on . No agencies please. Active Care Solutions 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.
Senior Support Worker / Team Leader - Days including Sleep-ins - Shifts are 2 on/4 off £25,876 to £28,489 (dep on experience & qual) PLUS £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year Take The Lead - Become a Senior Residential Support Worker and lead the way! Do you have a caring nature and the drive to help children and young people reach their full potential and to support a team to do the same? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Must have a valid manual UK Driving Licence Must be 21 or over Minimum of 2 years' experience in Children's Residential Support About Us We believe every child deserves a safe, supportive and nurturing home. Our Support Staff play a vital role in providing that stability for children and young people who, for various reasons, cannot live with their families. A good Team Leader is key to a successful team. Many of the children we support have experienced trauma or difficult life events. That's why we're looking for compassionate, resilient and empowering individuals who can help them heal, grow, and flourish. This is a challenging role at times - but it's also one of the most rewarding. If you want to make a lasting difference in a young person's life, we'll give you the tools and support to do just that. What We're Looking For This is a senior role so you do need to have previous experience within children's support services. A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Residential Child Support/Care Worker Good written and verbal communication skills HNC Social Care and SVQ 3 qualifications Ability to work towards completion of SVQ 4 A sound understanding of childcare theory and interventions Working knowledge of childcare related legislation, health and social care standards and national guidelines. Full UK manual driving licence If you've ticked the boxes above then you could be exactly who we're looking for! What We Offer We'll invest in you as much as you invest in the children you support. Here's what you'll get: Full induction and specialist training Support to gain professional qualifications (SVQ4) Competitive salary plus sleepover allowance £500 Welcome Bonus paid on successful completion of probation £1000 Refer A Friend scheme Permanent, full-time contract for job security Access to employee assistance programme and pension scheme Ongoing career development and progression opportunities We'll also cover the cost of your PVG check with Disclosure Scotland and support you to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Ready To Join Us? If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where every day you'll be making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build brighter futures for children and young people. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
Senior Support Worker / Team Leader - Days including Sleep-ins - Shifts are 2 on/4 off £25,876 to £28,489 (dep on experience & qual) PLUS £67.50 per sleep-in, expect 10 sleeps per month gives an additional £8000+ over the year Take The Lead - Become a Senior Residential Support Worker and lead the way! Do you have a caring nature and the drive to help children and young people reach their full potential and to support a team to do the same? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Must have a valid manual UK Driving Licence Must be 21 or over Minimum of 2 years' experience in Children's Residential Support About Us We believe every child deserves a safe, supportive and nurturing home. Our Support Staff play a vital role in providing that stability for children and young people who, for various reasons, cannot live with their families. A good Team Leader is key to a successful team. Many of the children we support have experienced trauma or difficult life events. That's why we're looking for compassionate, resilient and empowering individuals who can help them heal, grow, and flourish. This is a challenging role at times - but it's also one of the most rewarding. If you want to make a lasting difference in a young person's life, we'll give you the tools and support to do just that. What We're Looking For This is a senior role so you do need to have previous experience within children's support services. A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Residential Child Support/Care Worker Good written and verbal communication skills HNC Social Care and SVQ 3 qualifications Ability to work towards completion of SVQ 4 A sound understanding of childcare theory and interventions Working knowledge of childcare related legislation, health and social care standards and national guidelines. Full UK manual driving licence If you've ticked the boxes above then you could be exactly who we're looking for! What We Offer We'll invest in you as much as you invest in the children you support. Here's what you'll get: Full induction and specialist training Support to gain professional qualifications (SVQ4) Competitive salary plus sleepover allowance £500 Welcome Bonus paid on successful completion of probation £1000 Refer A Friend scheme Permanent, full-time contract for job security Access to employee assistance programme and pension scheme Ongoing career development and progression opportunities We'll also cover the cost of your PVG check with Disclosure Scotland and support you to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Ready To Join Us? If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where every day you'll be making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build brighter futures for children and young people. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
The Role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Extra Care Housing Co-ordinator to join the Strategic Commissioning team. The team are responsible for a wide range of commissioned services including Domiciliary Care, Residential and Nursing care, Extra Care, Day Care, Social Inclusion and Support Services. What you'll do: Hampshire County Council commissions care and support services in 21 Extra Care Housing schemes in the county with several more schemes in development. We are looking for an exceptionally competent senior co-ordinator to lead on allocations for new and existing schemes, line manage and supervise 4 Extra Care Co-ordinators (senior case workers) and work with a wide range of partners to promote Extra Care Housing and co-ordinate referrals. The post includes carrying out Care Act assessments for applicants for Extra Care Housing as required. You will also play a key role in contract management, service development and the management of operational relationships between commissioned care providers, landlords, district and borough housing departments and the department's locality teams. What we're looking for: You will have significant experience of working in a social care environment as well as experience of working in partnership in complex settings. With excellent inter-personal, communication and problem solving skills, you will be able to work constructively with others to promote and maximise the use of Extra care Housing. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a key role in developing Extra Care Housing within Hampshire and to support our vision and 5 year strategy to help people to live long, healthy and happy lives, with the maximum possible independence.
Dec 25, 2025
Full time
The Role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Extra Care Housing Co-ordinator to join the Strategic Commissioning team. The team are responsible for a wide range of commissioned services including Domiciliary Care, Residential and Nursing care, Extra Care, Day Care, Social Inclusion and Support Services. What you'll do: Hampshire County Council commissions care and support services in 21 Extra Care Housing schemes in the county with several more schemes in development. We are looking for an exceptionally competent senior co-ordinator to lead on allocations for new and existing schemes, line manage and supervise 4 Extra Care Co-ordinators (senior case workers) and work with a wide range of partners to promote Extra Care Housing and co-ordinate referrals. The post includes carrying out Care Act assessments for applicants for Extra Care Housing as required. You will also play a key role in contract management, service development and the management of operational relationships between commissioned care providers, landlords, district and borough housing departments and the department's locality teams. What we're looking for: You will have significant experience of working in a social care environment as well as experience of working in partnership in complex settings. With excellent inter-personal, communication and problem solving skills, you will be able to work constructively with others to promote and maximise the use of Extra care Housing. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a key role in developing Extra Care Housing within Hampshire and to support our vision and 5 year strategy to help people to live long, healthy and happy lives, with the maximum possible independence.
Housekeeper Location : Hartwell, Northampton Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours : 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday) The Oakleaf Group are currently recruiting for a part-time, experienced Housekeeper. The role is for 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday), with the flexibility to provide cover as and when required. To work as a member of our care delivery team in maintaining high standards of Resident Care. The Housekeeper will be expected to assist in delivering a high standard, clean and safe environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Housekeeper will report to the Home Manager. Rewards & Benefits: £250 Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics for self development of your career Free DBS Check Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Career progression within the company CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grants Free staff meals Free on-site parking Responsibilities: To take direction and daily job tasks from the Nurse and Home Manager. Clean, tidy all areas in conjunction with co-worker to a high standard. Work to an agreed timetable. Ensure the fabric and integrity of the building is kept to a high standard. Maintain a safe environment in accordance with all health and safety and unit policies and procedures. Be prepared to carry out additional cleaning requirements if a need is highlighted. Respond appropriately to action plans from environmental audits. Monitor usage and storage of all stock. Adhere to all COSHH guidelines. Carry out required weekly stock ordering. Assist in weekly/monthly deep cleaning. Clean, when required, unit carpet for minor spillages. Empty all bins and general waste. Adhere to infection control guidelines. Monitor the environment for additional cleaning requirements. Adhere to manual handling, risk assessment and fire safety. Report faulty equipment to qualified staff Participate as a team member. Communicate with team any problems or difficulties. Maintain resident confidentiality/data protection. Adhere to all unit policy and procedures and maintain up-to-date knowledge. Maintain up-to-date mandatory training. Monitor pest control and report any problems. Report any untoward incidents to the Nurse in Charge. Responsible for the security of keys. To monitor your own educational needs and to ensure you meet the requirements of your job. Be prepared to undertake training for the benefit of The Oakleaf Group. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The Organisation: The CareTech Group; established in 1993, and is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 550 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a "Disability Confident Leader". Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage.
Dec 24, 2025
Full time
Housekeeper Location : Hartwell, Northampton Salary: £12.21 per hour Hours : 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday) The Oakleaf Group are currently recruiting for a part-time, experienced Housekeeper. The role is for 6 hours per week (10am - 4pm every Sunday), with the flexibility to provide cover as and when required. To work as a member of our care delivery team in maintaining high standards of Resident Care. The Housekeeper will be expected to assist in delivering a high standard, clean and safe environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Housekeeper will report to the Home Manager. Rewards & Benefits: £250 Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics for self development of your career Free DBS Check Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Career progression within the company CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grants Free staff meals Free on-site parking Responsibilities: To take direction and daily job tasks from the Nurse and Home Manager. Clean, tidy all areas in conjunction with co-worker to a high standard. Work to an agreed timetable. Ensure the fabric and integrity of the building is kept to a high standard. Maintain a safe environment in accordance with all health and safety and unit policies and procedures. Be prepared to carry out additional cleaning requirements if a need is highlighted. Respond appropriately to action plans from environmental audits. Monitor usage and storage of all stock. Adhere to all COSHH guidelines. Carry out required weekly stock ordering. Assist in weekly/monthly deep cleaning. Clean, when required, unit carpet for minor spillages. Empty all bins and general waste. Adhere to infection control guidelines. Monitor the environment for additional cleaning requirements. Adhere to manual handling, risk assessment and fire safety. Report faulty equipment to qualified staff Participate as a team member. Communicate with team any problems or difficulties. Maintain resident confidentiality/data protection. Adhere to all unit policy and procedures and maintain up-to-date knowledge. Maintain up-to-date mandatory training. Monitor pest control and report any problems. Report any untoward incidents to the Nurse in Charge. Responsible for the security of keys. To monitor your own educational needs and to ensure you meet the requirements of your job. Be prepared to undertake training for the benefit of The Oakleaf Group. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The Organisation: The CareTech Group; established in 1993, and is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 550 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives - this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a "Disability Confident Leader". Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage.
Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join our warm and supportive childrens home in Kegworth as a Senior Support Worker . In this pivotal role, youll lead shifts, mentor and support staff, and play a key part in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive click apply for full job details
Dec 24, 2025
Contractor
Are you an experienced residential childcare professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join our warm and supportive childrens home in Kegworth as a Senior Support Worker . In this pivotal role, youll lead shifts, mentor and support staff, and play a key part in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive click apply for full job details
Recovery Worker - Peer Support Lead - HMP Wormwood Scrubs Location: Shepherd's Bush Salary: £28,207 per annum About The Role Are you passionate about empowering others, championing lived experience, and shaping meaningful change? Join our dynamic Substance Misuse Service at HMP Wormwood Scrubs and play a key role in transforming recovery pathways for men in custody click apply for full job details
Dec 24, 2025
Full time
Recovery Worker - Peer Support Lead - HMP Wormwood Scrubs Location: Shepherd's Bush Salary: £28,207 per annum About The Role Are you passionate about empowering others, championing lived experience, and shaping meaningful change? Join our dynamic Substance Misuse Service at HMP Wormwood Scrubs and play a key role in transforming recovery pathways for men in custody click apply for full job details
Job Description Care Team Leader - Rose Keys Residential Service Are you ready for a new challenge in your care career? Lifeways is seeking a dedicated and experienced care professional to join our team as a Care Team Leader at Rose Keys , supporting adults with learning disabilities, complex needs, mental health conditions, and behaviours that challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an established and supportive team, where your leadership will make a meaningful difference every day. Lifeways is committed to investing in your development and offering genuine career progression. Shifts include weekdays and weekends. What We Offer: Over £2,000 in total rewards per year Cycle to Work Scheme - Up to £1,000 Gym discounts - Save up to £192 a year Eye care & health cash plans New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members Eligible for the Blue Light Card - discounts on shopping, food, days out & more £200 for every successful referral 3% employer pension contribution 8 paid days of training per year Access to qualifications & apprenticeship About You: We welcome applications from experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). If you're a committed Care Assistant or Support Worker with a strong track record and a desire to progress, we'll provide the training and support you need to thrive in this role. Your Role: As a Team Leader , you will: Lead and motivate a team of support workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care Support individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives Oversee recruitment and development of team members, including staff supervisions and interviews Communicate effectively with staff, the people we support, and external professionals Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills "Lifeways has been amazing. I started off as a support worker at Heath Farm in 2017 with no previous experience in care and, honestly, this was originally supposed to be a job to fill in a gap. Lifeways made me realise how important this line of work is and how rewarding it can be to support people with autism and learning disabilities." - Sabrina Brown, Deputy Manager Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly values your contribution and supports your growth. LWGSC
Dec 24, 2025
Full time
Job Description Care Team Leader - Rose Keys Residential Service Are you ready for a new challenge in your care career? Lifeways is seeking a dedicated and experienced care professional to join our team as a Care Team Leader at Rose Keys , supporting adults with learning disabilities, complex needs, mental health conditions, and behaviours that challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an established and supportive team, where your leadership will make a meaningful difference every day. Lifeways is committed to investing in your development and offering genuine career progression. Shifts include weekdays and weekends. What We Offer: Over £2,000 in total rewards per year Cycle to Work Scheme - Up to £1,000 Gym discounts - Save up to £192 a year Eye care & health cash plans New! 10% off at B&Q for all team members Eligible for the Blue Light Card - discounts on shopping, food, days out & more £200 for every successful referral 3% employer pension contribution 8 paid days of training per year Access to qualifications & apprenticeship About You: We welcome applications from experienced Care Team Leaders or Senior Support Workers holding an NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). If you're a committed Care Assistant or Support Worker with a strong track record and a desire to progress, we'll provide the training and support you need to thrive in this role. Your Role: As a Team Leader , you will: Lead and motivate a team of support workers to deliver high-quality, person-centred care Support individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives Oversee recruitment and development of team members, including staff supervisions and interviews Communicate effectively with staff, the people we support, and external professionals Maintain accurate records using strong written and IT skills "Lifeways has been amazing. I started off as a support worker at Heath Farm in 2017 with no previous experience in care and, honestly, this was originally supposed to be a job to fill in a gap. Lifeways made me realise how important this line of work is and how rewarding it can be to support people with autism and learning disabilities." - Sabrina Brown, Deputy Manager Join Lifeways and be part of a team that truly values your contribution and supports your growth. LWGSC
