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Attendance Officer Lift Firth Park Fircroft Avenue Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 0SD United Kingdom Salary: NJC 12-17 £24,488 - £26,564 (Actual) £28,598 - £31,022 (FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: 37 hours term time plus 5 days (39 weeks) Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 23rd April 2026 Interview date: 30th April 2026 Start date: May 2026 Championing Attendance, Empowering Achievement. We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Attendance Officer to join our passionate and ambitious team. This vital role supports our mission to raise achievement by improving student attendance and engagement across the school. The Role As Attendance Officer, you will: Coordinate all attendance administration, ensuring statutory obligations and academy targets are met Build positive, constructive relationships with parents/carers to promote student attendance and engagement Conduct home visits to support students and families within our local community Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion Manage conflicting priorities with professionalism and a strong attention to detail Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team environment You will have: Proven experience in an administrative/ school or attendance-focused role A high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonal skills The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle competing priorities A full valid UK driving licence A passion for improving student outcomes and a belief in the potential of every young person Why Lift Firth Park? Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16, proudly rated Good by Ofsted in April 2024. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language. The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact, in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future. We would warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact Nichola Butler - School Operations Manager - Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on Facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details. Downloads Job Description Benefits Brochure Safer Recruitment Statement AI Statement PandoLogic.

Attendance Officer Lift Firth Park Fircroft Avenue Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 0SD United Kingdom Salary: NJC 12-17 £24,488 - £26,564 (Actual) £28,598 - £31,022 (FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: 37 hours term time plus 5 days (39 weeks) Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 23rd April 2026 Interview date: 30th April 2026 Start date: May 2026 Championing Attendance, Empowering Achievement. We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Attendance Officer to join our passionate and ambitious team. This vital role supports our mission to raise achievement by improving student attendance and engagement across the school. The Role As Attendance Officer, you will: Coordinate all attendance administration, ensuring statutory obligations and academy targets are met Build positive, constructive relationships with parents/carers to promote student attendance and engagement Conduct home visits to support students and families within our local community Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion Manage conflicting priorities with professionalism and a strong attention to detail Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team environment You will have: Proven experience in an administrative/ school or attendance-focused role A high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonal skills The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle competing priorities A full valid UK driving licence A passion for improving student outcomes and a belief in the potential of every young person Why Lift Firth Park? Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16, proudly rated Good by Ofsted in April 2024. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language. The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact, in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future. We would warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact Nichola Butler - School Operations Manager - Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on Facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details. Downloads Job Description Benefits Brochure Safer Recruitment Statement AI Statement PandoLogic.

Attendance Officer Lift Firth Park Fircroft Avenue Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 0SD United Kingdom Salary: NJC 12-17 £24,488 - £26,564 (Actual) £28,598 - £31,022 (FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: 37 hours term time plus 5 days (39 weeks) Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 23rd April 2026 Interview date: 30th April 2026 Start date: May 2026 Championing Attendance, Empowering Achievement. We are seeking to appoint a motivated and dedicated Attendance Officer to join our passionate and ambitious team. This vital role supports our mission to raise achievement by improving student attendance and engagement across the school. The Role As Attendance Officer, you will: Coordinate all attendance administration, ensuring statutory obligations and academy targets are met Build positive, constructive relationships with parents/carers to promote student attendance and engagement Conduct home visits to support students and families within our local community Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion Manage conflicting priorities with professionalism and a strong attention to detail Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team environment You will have: Proven experience in an administrative/ school or attendance-focused role A high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonal skills The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and handle competing priorities A full valid UK driving licence A passion for improving student outcomes and a belief in the potential of every young person Why Lift Firth Park? Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16, proudly rated Good by Ofsted in April 2024. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language. The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact, in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future. We would warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact Nichola Butler - School Operations Manager - Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on Facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details. Downloads Job Description Benefits Brochure Safer Recruitment Statement AI Statement PandoLogic.

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Procurement And Contract Officer for our client a government organisation in Kensington, London. The successful post holder will support the Procurement and Contract Management Team Managers in securing the continuous development, improvement, efficiency and success of the Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement department as a whole. Commission, procure, and manage the supply of accommodation, including temporary accommodation, direct lets, and private rented sector accommodation. Primarily focus on Temporary Accommodation Repairs & Complaints casework with a special focus on Complaints, Members Enquires, Ombudsman enquiries from investigating them, communicating with residents and agents and responding to residents in writing in line with the corporate complaints policy. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Assist with developing and delivering strategies, policies and programmes to ensure the effective supply and management of accommodation for homeless cases, with a strong focus on reducing levels of usage and promoting value for money. Commission, procure, and manage the supply of accommodation, including temporary accommodation, direct lets, and private rented sector accommodation. Successfully tender, evaluate and let contracts to providers, ensuring quality, value for money and compliance with the organisation's financial regulations and legal requirements, as well as those imposed by external agencies such as London Councils and the MHCLG. Develop and maintain effective relationships with private sector landlords, local managing and lettings agents and owners of empty properties in order to secure use of privately rented properties for households in housing need in the Borough. Carry out inspections of properties in order to assess their suitability for households in housing need, investigate persistent disrepair complaints and/or to take property inventories for those properties. This will include some properties outside the Borough's boundaries. Ensure the effective supply of accommodation for households in housing need and providing effective contract monitoring support. Contributing to the delivery of ad hoc accommodation-related projects, including tenancy audits, delivery of property decant programmes and new contract development. Ensure that demand and supply data and performance and financial information related to the accommodation portfolio is routinely collected, analysed and acted upon, in order to effectively shape commissioning decisions, anticipate and /or manage service problems and control financial expenditure. Ensure that the performance of all accommodation-related projects, contracts and service level agreements is effectively reviewed, monitored and evaluated, and that any under-performance, service failure and/or financial and legal issues are addressed swiftly and appropriately. Ensure that systems are in place to ensure effective move-on from emergency accommodation, helping to minimise high cost placements and subsidy loss. Personal Requirements: A background in Temporary Accommodation, Property Management, Repairs & maintenance is desirable. Qualified to undertake property inspection under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System or ability to obtain qualification is desirable. Experience of procurement and contract management including identifying and successfully addressing under performance. An understanding of the private rented sector and of the issues relating to the acquisition of accommodation, including security of tenure, health and safety, housing standards, and housing benefit regulations. Experience of working with private landlords and lettings agents. Experience of working in a social/private sector housing environment or related field. Experience of communicating effectively to customers and at all levels of the organisation. Good verbal and written communication skills including the ability to negotiate with accommodation providers and the ability to write letters, report, and procedures using plain English. Working Hours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday Pay: £27.36 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.

Make an impact and turn employer connections into real career opportunities for students. If you're passionate about building relationships, opening doors for young people, and working at the heart of education and industry collaboration, this could be your ideal role. You'll play a key role in helping students take their first steps into industry by securing meaningful work placements and building click apply for full job details

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join the Clinical Placements Administration Team. The role The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Placements Manager, wider clinical placements team and academic and administrative staff aligned to the School of Health Sciences to deliver a high quality and efficient service. They will have line management responsibility and oversight of placement activity, processes and requirements for the Health Sciences programmes. Experience of managing a team would be desirable but not essential. About you The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate a strong customer focus and understanding of what students, staff and external placement providers will require from them. The role requires a proactive individual, competent in the use of IT with an attitude open to change. The ability to work to a high level of accuracy is also essential. The role will require excellent interpersonal and organisational ability demonstrating adaptability and flexibility with regards to changing workloads and priorities. The successful candidate will need to be able to adapt to different situations and establish rapport with internal and external stakeholders. They will have day to day line management responsibility for two staff members and would be expected to demonstrate good leadership and practice within their role, in line with existing guidance and structures. We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and responsible person, with the ability to work both as an effective team member and independently. In addition to a competitive salary the post holder will receive 32 days annual leave/closure days and a great benefits package including pension and discounted membership to our world-renowned Surrey Sports Park. How to apply Please apply on the University website with a CV and cover letter addressing the criteria questions. Further details Job Description

Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About the Employer This charity works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. They provide services to aid every stage of recovery from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Theirs is the only day-time service in the city, providing year - round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades they have continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. This charity's specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support hem to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of the Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering this organisation's specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within the organisation and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability - including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to their service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of this charity's core values is to recognise and reward their staff as their greatest asset. They realise that it's their people who have helped them to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people's lives. They want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with this charity, you will find that they offer: Benefits - You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment - You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training - This employer recognises the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. They offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th - 22nd May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This employer is committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. They make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. They do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.

Foster Care Associates (The FCA) Referrals Officer - Fostering Location: Office-based - Sheffield Salary: 23,535.26 per annum Contract: Full time, permanent Benefits: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus Bank Holidays Company pension Life assurance x2 Employee discount scheme Medical cash plan Free parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that is still where our Head Office is today. We have come a long way since those early days. Over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it is underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. FCA (Yorks and Lincs) is a well-established agency, rated as Outstanding with Ofsted, with a highly motivated and experienced staff team dedicated to supporting each child and foster parent in our care. Our staff are well supported with a range of benefits including a generous holiday allowance and we pride ourselves on being a community where people feel involved and have the opportunity to make a difference to children and families' lives. What We Are Looking For As a Referrals Officer, you will manage referrals received from local authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs. You will be required to use your initiative and be able to work independently when required to find creative solutions to foster placement requests. The Referrals Officer role is the first point of contact between local authorities, foster families and social workers. You will need to possess good communication skills and be able to develop positive relationships with colleagues within and outside of the agency, both via written and face-to-face communication. Previous experience of working in a children's services sector may be an advantage though not essential. Excellent organisational and administrative skills are key, together with a passion and motivation to make a difference to the lives of children and their families. We provide an excellent induction into the role. Full training will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has good communication and administrative skills and is seeking a role within a team to make a difference to the lives of children and families. For more information about this post please contact Carrie Robinson, Referrals Manager on (phone number removed). To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies, please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Smartcard Administrator / Support Location: Northampton Contract Type: Temporary (3 month contract) Working Pattern: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, On-site Hourly Rate: 17.20 p/h, paid to Umbrella Role Overview: As an Smartcard Administrator / Support, you will play a critical role in administering all aspects of Registration Authority processes, including smart card production, distribution, and account maintenance. Your expertise will help staff navigate the registration process in accordance with national and local policies while ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and confidentiality policies. Key Responsibilities: Support the RA Officer in managing all aspects, ensuring adherence to national processes for card issuance, revocation, and profile modifications. Respond to service desk inquiries regarding smart card service provision and resolve end-user queries. Manage requests for replacement cards and facilitate face-to-face meetings with Trust staff. Verify and record formal identification evidence and assist in user registration. Coordinate the production and distribution of new smart cards for Trust new starters. Maintain an adequate stock of cards and stationery to ensure uninterrupted card production. Liaise with the National Service Desk regarding testing and incident management. Who We're Looking For: The ideal candidate will have: A Level 3 NVQ in Business Administration or equivalent. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience in an administrative or office environment, preferably within the NHS or IT administration. Some knowledge of NHS applications / clinical systems. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage with staff at all levels. Strong organizational skills to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy. A proactive approach to learning and development, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Personal Attributes: Highly motivated and reliable. Flexible and adaptable to changing demands. Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing a high-quality service. Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. Apply today! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Senior Social Worker - Mental Health (Older People & Adults) MAIN PURPOSE: To work as part of a combined, Older People and Adults Social Care mental health service. To liaise with staff who are Care Coordinators or equivalent, in the mental health Trust. Responding to request for Social Care interventions under the Care Act and other relevant legislation To offer Health or other staff advice and guidance for statutory MHA work and the social care agenda with regards to this service. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To undertake holistic strengths based assessments under the Care Act Following this, formulate Care and Support plans, which evidence Person Centred approach Ensure that appropriate care is delivered; regularly review the care plan, and adjust services where appropriate. Implement Department Practice Model, evidence choice and promoting independence, Encouraging Residents to engage with their recovery. Initiate relevant initiatives including those promoted by Public Health ,to support residents in having healthy lifestyle and relapse prevention. Competent use of Mosaic To carry out risk assessments and demonstrate risk management and positive risk-taking and regular review. To demonstrate effective communication with a range of agencies and professionals. To support residents to commission services they require through Self Directed Support and arrange appropriate statutory services. Provide required written and verbal evidence to funding Panels in order to seek funds for costed services. Present to housing panels with a view to obtaining sheltered accommodation, residential care or part purchased accommodation for service users. To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of the impact of medication and its associated side effects and be able to monitor and raise concerns To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of Cognitive change and impact on mental and physical wellbeing and to document and raise concerns as necessary To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of Neurodiversity To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of physiological change that takes place in older age, and impact on mental and physical wellbeing and functioning and to document and raise concerns as necessary To have sufficient knowledge and awareness of different functional mental illness to enable appropriately support to those experiencing these conditions and to document and raise concerns as necessary To work with residents when they are in crisis, including Psychiatric. Working collectively with Health Colleagues expertise. To write social circumstances reports on allocated service users for Mental Health Review Tribunals and managers hearings. Ensuring that resident's social care needs, as related to their mental health are met under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act. To participate in the team duty rota To have a sound working knowledge of safeguarding, and be able to undertake duties of an Enquiry Officer - write reports and follow through protection plans and close cases. Where required, to be able to demonstrate the above for child protection. Ensure evidence trail for this work is in the required documents in Mosaic To complete Carers assessments and implement packages of care where required. Work alongside the department's contracted Carer agencies To ensure that their work is consistent with the London Borough of Merton policies, which apply to their practice. To liaise with other agencies both statutory and in the private and voluntary sector To attend both management and professional supervision on a regular basis, and to participate actively in the supervision process. To attend team meetings, both Practice and Business, on a regular basis. To ensure that equal opportunities are embedded in all areas of work. To work with residents and carers in the assessments process and implement services to help keep residents living at home as long and safely as possible Undertake functions of a Social Supervisor, under the Mental Health Act, as required To participate in the Duty AMHP Service, as qualified AMHP. To build a good working relationship with providers of services and be involved in regular reviews of placements that are funded by LBM All social workers are expected to maintain their continuing professional development and keep their registration with the Health and Care Professionals Council up to date. All AMHPs are responsible for keeping their AMHP practice and Refresher training up to-date and provide written reports for all assessments. To build and develop good working relationships with third sector services that operate in LBM Identify residents appropriate for Breathing Space initiative and implement as directed Carry out functions under the Menal Capacity Act. This would include being Best Interest Assessor, regards Deprivation of Liberty.

Cardiff Council are looking to recruit an experienced and permanent Independent Reviewing Officer/Child Protection Conference Chair to join our growing services for children, young people and young adults. You will be joining a well-established and dynamic team to continue the good work in the Independent Reviewing Service. You will have relevant experience of working with and understanding to roles of an Independent Reviewing Officer and Child Protection Conference chair. You should also be able to demonstrate skills in chairing and reviewing care plans. Cardiff is committed to working in a strength based and trauma informed approach. Knowledge of this will be key to the role, however training will be provided. An exciting opportunity has become available for a passionate and creative individual to join our new Reviewing Hub. The Reviewing Hub brings together our well-established Safeguarding and Reviewing Service, as well as other important reviewing services. Key functions of the Hub include the Independent Reviewing Service, Child Protection Conferences, Care and Support Plan Reviews as well as other important Safeguarding functions. The Independent Reviewing Officer and Child Protection Conference chair is a dual role, where you will be responsible for reviewing the Care and Support Plans of Children Looked After, as well chairing Child Protection Conferences. There are opportunities to work flexibly in line with Cardiff's flexible working policy. The Care Planning Placement and Case Review (Wales) Regulations (2015) requires an IRO to chair reviews of children who are in an adoptive placement prior to an adoption order being granted; Looked after subject to a statutory order or accommodated with the agreement of parent and Young people in Young Offender Institutions subject to a Care Order or on remand as required under Legal Aid Sentencing and Punishment of Offender's Act 2012 (LASPO 2012). An understanding of the AFA Cymru 'Practice Standards and Good Practice Guide' and the Wales Safeguarding Procedures further outline the IRO and role of the Child Protection Conference Chair. The main duties of the post holder will be to ensure you are focussed on needs of children and ensuring they are addressed, minimising drift and checking the consistency of care planning and decision-making. You should be a registered and experienced Social Worker, have experience of working with Looked After Children as well as the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines and timescales. Good communication and organisational skills are vital for this role. Mae Cyngor Caerdydd yn awyddus i recriwtio Swyddog Adolygu Annibynnol/Cadeirydd Cynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant profiadol a pharhaol i ymuno â'n gwasanaethau sy'n tyfu gennym ar gyfer plant, pobl ifanc ac oedolion ifanc. Byddwch yn ymuno â thîm deinamig a sefydledig i barhau â'r gwaith da yn y Gwasanaeth Adolygu Annibynnol. Bydd gennych brofiad perthnasol o weithio gyda a deall rolau Swyddog Adolygu Annibynnol a chadeirydd y Gynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant. Dylech hefyd allu dangos sgiliau cadeirio ac adolygu cynlluniau gofal. Mae Caerdydd wedi ymrwymo i weithio mewn ffordd sy'n seiliedig ar gryfder, gan ddefnyddio Arwyddion Diogelwch. Mae gwybodaeth a phrofiad o'r dull hwn yn hanfodol, ond darperir hyfforddiant. Mae cyfle cyffrous wedi dod ar gael i unigolyn angerddol a chreadigol ymuno â'n Hyb Adolygu newydd. Mae'r Hyb Adolygu yn dwyn ynghyd ein Gwasanaeth Diogelu ac Adolygu sefydledig, yn ogystal â gwasanaethau adolygu pwysig eraill. Mae swyddogaethau allweddol yr Hyb yn cynnwys y Gwasanaeth Adolygu Annibynnol, Cynadleddau Amddiffyn Plant, Adolygiadau Cynllun Gofal a Chymorth yn ogystal â swyddogaethau Diogelu pwysig eraill. Mae'r Swyddog Adolygu Annibynnol a Chadeirydd y Gynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant yn rôl ddeuol, lle byddwch yn gyfrifol am adolygu Cynlluniau Gofal a Chymorth Plant sy'n Derbyn Gofal, yn ogystal â chadeirio Cynadleddau Amddiffyn Plant. Mae cyfleoedd i weithio'n hyblyg yn unol â pholisi gweithio hyblyg Caerdydd. Mae Rheoliadau Lleoli Cynllunio Gofal ac Adolygu Achosion (Cymru) 2015 yn gofyn bod SAA yn cadeirio adolygiadau o blant sydd mewn lleoliad mabwysiadol cyn i orchymyn mabwysiadu gael ei roi; yn Derbyn gofal sy'n destun gorchymyn statudol neu mewn llety gyda chaniatâd rhiant a Phobl ifanc mewn Sefydliadau Troseddwyr Ifanc sy'n destun Gorchymyn Gofal neu ar remánd fel sy'n ofynnol o dan Ddeddf Cymorth Cyfreithiol a Deddf Cosbi Troseddwyr 2012 (LASPO 2012) Mae dealltwriaeth o 'Ganllawiau Safonau Ymarfer ac Arferion Da' AFA Cymru a Gweithdrefnau Diogelu Cymru yn amlinellu ymhellach swyddogaeth y SAA a Chadeirydd y Gynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant. Mae cyfle cyffrous wedi dod ar gael i unigolyn angerddol a chreadigol ymuno â'n Hyb Adolygu newydd. Mae'r Hyb Adolygu yn dwyn ynghyd ein Gwasanaeth Diogelu ac Adolygu sefydledig, yn ogystal â gwasanaethau adolygu pwysig eraill. Mae swyddogaethau allweddol yr Hyb yn cynnwys y Gwasanaeth Adolygu Annibynnol, Cynadleddau Amddiffyn Plant, Adolygiadau Cynllun Gofal a Chymorth yn ogystal â swyddogaethau Diogelu pwysig eraill. Mae'r Swyddog Adolygu Annibynnol a Chadeirydd y Gynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant yn rôl ddeuol, lle byddwch yn gyfrifol am adolygu Cynlluniau Gofal a Chymorth Plant sy'n Derbyn Gofal, yn ogystal â chadeirio Cynadleddau Amddiffyn Plant. Mae cyfleoedd i weithio'n hyblyg yn unol â pholisi gweithio hyblyg Caerdydd. Mae Rheoliadau Lleoli Cynllunio Gofal ac Adolygu Achosion (Cymru) 2015 yn gofyn bod SAA yn cadeirio adolygiadau o blant sydd mewn lleoliad mabwysiadol cyn i orchymyn mabwysiadu gael ei roi; yn Derbyn gofal sy'n destun gorchymyn statudol neu mewn llety gyda chaniatâd rhiant a Phobl ifanc mewn Sefydliadau Troseddwyr Ifanc sy'n destun Gorchymyn Gofal neu ar remánd fel sy'n ofynnol o dan Ddeddf Cymorth Cyfreithiol a Deddf Cosbi Troseddwyr 2012 (LASPO 2012) Mae dealltwriaeth o 'Ganllawiau Safonau Ymarfer ac Arferion Da' AFA Cymru a Gweithdrefnau Diogelu Cymru yn amlinellu ymhellach swyddogaeth y SAA a Chadeirydd y Gynhadledd Amddiffyn Plant.

Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker Hours of work: Full-Time, 37.5 per week (5 days per week) Contract: 4.5-year fixed term (as this post is funded by the National Lottery) Salary: £28,000 per annum Location: Overstream House, Cambridge CB4 or at other locations within Cambridge About Us Wintercomfort works with people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or with a history of homelessness. We provide services to aid every stage of recovery -from immediate basic welfare needs to long term help in identifying and dealing with the problems which are undermining their stability, and enabling them to engage with education, employment and specialist health services. National statistics rank the numbers of rough sleepers in Cambridge within the highest 20 UK local authorities. Wintercomfort is the only day-time service in the city, providing year-round advice and support for homeless or vulnerably housed people. Over the past three decades Wintercomfort has continued to grow and adapt to meet the needs of the homeless community. Our specialist Housing Team provides expert advice and support to help people successfully navigate the search for housing and crucially, support them to sustain life away from the street. About you and the Role As a member of Wintercomfort s Project Worker Team, reporting to the Senior Tenancy Support Officer the Tenancy Support & Financial Wellbeing Project Worker is responsible for delivering Wintercomfort s specialist range of 1:1 Pre and Post Tenancy Support, implementing proactive, holistic strategies designed to prevent people from losing their homes, whilst simultaneously providing them with the financial tools and capability needed to sustain stability, aimed at empowering Service Users to move out of the spiral of homelessness and back into mainstream society, preventing homelessness and foster financial inclusion. Key Responsibilities To provide emotional and practical support and assistance to prepare and assist Service Users to move into accommodation once a placement is confirmed, working with internal and external colleagues. To work in a flexible manner within Wintercomfort and the wider community to provide outreach and support services in person, occasionally in exceptional circumstances this could include in their own home when accompanied with external partners also includes via text, email, telephone and video calls. To provide a wide range of resettlement-based support along with the Senior Tenancy Support Officer to ensure Service Users access the most suitable housing pathway for their individual needs. To take the lead on all housing related referrals for Service Users. To ensure all suitable Service Users are registered and supported on Homelink. To provide crucial assistance to tenants, focusing on maintaining tenancies, managing money and debt and improving overall financial stability including, signposting, budgeting, welfare benefits checks, rent arrears support, setting-up and managing utilities, housing related life skills, offering guidance and support to enable Service Users to maintain their own homes, aiming to prevent eviction and enhance quality of life. To provide on-going long term tenancy support to Service Users moving into independent living, this includes private rental housing or alternative housing pathways without any on site support. To assist with hand over post tenancy support to accommodation providers at a suitable point in the Service User support pathway, with the aim of enabling long-term independence. To ensure all Service Users have access to external grants and any available funding to support their individual needs to maintain their accommodation. Signposting and assisting with applications for funding to assist people moving into accommodation are supported with the appropriate items: floor coverings, white goods, basic furniture and home furnishings. To support residents to keep their current homes, including mediation with landlords, accessing legal support on evictions, addressing anti-social behaviour, identifying high risk groups targeting support towards vulnerable groups such as those fleeing difficulties, leaving prison, hospital or care systems. To ensure that accurate records are kept, documenting the support services provided to Wintercomfort s service users onto the Salesforce/Inform system. Ensuring that record keeping meets the requirements of internal and external monitoring of outcomes, assisting with reports and case studies to the fundraising team. One of our core values at Wintercomfort is to recognise and reward our staff as our greatest asset. We realise that it's our people who have helped us to become a well-respected charity that helps to make a positive change to homeless people s lives. We want to continue to deliver excellent, relevant services for the homeless in Cambridge by attracting and retaining talented and motivated people. If you choose to come and work with us, you will find that we offer: Benefits You will be eligible for benefits and services, including pension scheme, death in service benefit and free counselling and clinical supervision. A supported work environment You will receive a comprehensive induction, and you will have a probation period to provide a supportive framework for reviewing your progress and discussing your training and development needs. You will be expected to have developed the skills to fulfil all role requirements within this period. Appropriate objectives will be discussed, agreed and reviewed regularly with your Line Manager so that your performance can be measured against these. Training We recognise the importance of having a motivated and effective staff team. We offer on-going training to support you in your role. Closing date: Monday 11th May, 2026 Interviews will be taking place between the 19th 22nd May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging all underrepresented groups, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity. We make selection decisions based on personal merit and an objective assessment against the criteria required for the post. We do not treat job applicants or members of staff less favourably than one another on the grounds of sex (including gender reassignment), marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability (including HIV status), sexual orientation, religion, age or socio-economic factors. No agencies please.

Learning Support Officer (LSO) - Year 2 & Reception Hammersmith & Fulham, W12 (commutable from Shepherd's Bush, Hammersmith, Acton, Chiswick, Kensington) £110-£120 per day Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, long-term temporaryLong Term Futures is seeking a patient, adaptable and experienced Learning Support Officer (LSO) to support pupils in Year 2 and Reception with complex Special Educational Needs in a well-regarded Hammersmith & Fulham primary school.This is a hybrid role, combining dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with high needs alongside general classroom support. The school is looking for someone confident working across EYFS and KS1, who can provide structure, consistency and a calm, nurturing presence throughout the day. About the Role Working closely with class teachers, the SENCo and wider support staff, your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 support for pupils with complex SEN needs Supporting pupils across Reception and Year 2 Assisting with communication, engagement and emotional regulation Using visual supports, structured routines and sensory strategies Supporting learning within the classroom and adapting tasks where required Acting as a class LSO, supporting the wider classroom environment Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff This role requires someone flexible and confident working across different age groups and varying levels of need. Ideal Candidate Profile Experience supporting pupils with complex SEN (essential) Comfortable working both 1:1 and as part of a classroom team Understanding of ASD, communication needs and sensory strategies Calm, patient and resilient approach Strong teamwork and communication skills Committed to a long-term role Why Work with Long Term Futures? Long-term placements offering stability and meaningful impact Weekly pay via our streamlined digital system Free CPD including SEN, Autism and Behaviour Support A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support Next Steps Apply today with your CV to arrange a trial day. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.