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You should have a good understanding of tenancy law, housing options, and landlord-tenant responsibilities, as well as experience handling ASB; tenancy fraud; safeguarding; and tenancy enforcement. 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You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p>\n<p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.</p>\n<p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p>\n<p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p>\n<p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (requiring presence in the office for a minimum of two days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p>\n<p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href=\"http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs\">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity statement</strong></p>\n<p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.</p>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p>\n<p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>Want to know more?</strong></p>\n<p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>If you’d like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail njindal@tandridge.gov.uk</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,486 to £30,552 (pro rata) according to experience","publishDate":"2025-03-26T10:50:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7ab62b70-cc0c-431d-90ef-b74547e27967.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3438fc2f-dc7c-401b-a39a-680c43ed5bc4","title":"Single Homeless Pathway Officer","employer":"Crawley Borough Council","department":"","location":"Crawley","locationType":3,"description":"<b> About the role </b><br> <br>We are looking for a Single Homeless Pathway to join the busy Housing Options Team. 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The focus of this role is to encourage early identification, problem-solving and solutions to prevent homelessness or rough sleeping.<br><br>We are looking for a proactive individual who can build strong community relationships providing a single point of contact and a conduit into core services to improve outcomes for the residents of the borough<br><br>An ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, accommodation providers, partner organisations and other professionals whilst providing a high quality of service and customer care to all groups of the community is essential. <br><br>You will need to be creative in seeking solutions and work closely with partner organisations to support households with complex needs and enable customers to access the services they need to secure settled accommodation.<br><br>Preference will be given to applicants who have worked in a homelessness setting but training will be provided to the right candidate who can demonstrate the qualities and skills required for this role. Successful shortlisting for interview will be on the basis of meeting the essential criteria in the job description and person specification and selection will focus on experienced candidates in the first instance. <br><br>We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if suitable applications are received.<br><br><b> Additional information </b><br> <br>Interviews will be held in person. A written test may be emailed to shortlisted applicants shortly before the interview and will form part of the recruitment process. <br><br>The role is offered on a 12-month fixed term basis, funded through our Rough Sleeper Prevention and Recovery Grant, with the possibility of extension depending on government grant funding.<br><br>The role will be largely community based and will require attendance at various venues around the borough most days of the week, along with some time in the town hall with limited home working.<br><br><b> Employee benefits </b><br> <br>We offer a generous employee benefits package , with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<br><br><b> Our way of working </b><br> <br>Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<br><br><b> Safer recruitment </b><br> <br>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<br><br><b> How to apply </b><br> <br>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.<br><br>For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email helen.davies@crawley.gov.uk , Housing Options Manager or call 01293 438583.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,313.00 - £36,968.00\n \n\n\n per annum","publishDate":"2025-03-26T04:47:35.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/fd9147f1-ae24-40b1-b491-c6fe505ebd15.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"941c4ef4-78fb-44ec-a93f-53e781a7728d","title":"Independent Reviewing Officer - Children Social Care","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The London Borough of Sutton \"is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work\" - Ofsted <br><br> London Borough of Sutton works closely with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development. <br><br> Children's Social Care is going through an important change to meet the growing needs of the children and families we support. We are making many improvements to ensure that care for children is better and to create positive working environments for our staff. With committed leaders and experienced managers, we are bringing fresh ideas to our work and are helping to make real improvements in how we support children and families. Our aim is to provide high-quality care that helps children thrive while also creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment for our staff to develop their careers. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Join Children Social Care as an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:<ul>\n<li> £1,000 paid with your first month's salary </li>\n<li> £1,000 for your first completed year of service </li>\n<li> £2,000 for your second completed year of service </li>\n<li> £3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter </li>\n</ul>With a total salary package of up to £62,620 (subject to pay scale), inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care.<ul>\n<li> Are you passionate about advocating for children's rights and welfare? </li>\n<li> Do you have experience in child protection and want to help shape positive outcomes for young people? </li>\n<li> Do you want to be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes the well-being of children in our community? </li>\n</ul>Reporting to the Safeguarding Service Manager, your responsibilities as an Independent Reviewing Officer will include:<ul>\n<li> Chairing statutory Looked After Children (LAC) reviews, ensuring that care plans are robust, effective, and child-focused. </li>\n<li> Advocating for the best interests of the child, ensuring their voice is heard and acted upon in all aspects of their care. </li>\n<li> Monitoring the progress of care plans and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and best practice guidelines. </li>\n<li> Working closely with social workers, foster carers, legal representatives, and other professionals to ensure coordinated and effective care planning- (High support) </li>\n<li> Providing independent oversight and scrutiny of social work practice, promoting high standards of care and welfare </li>\n<li> Maintaining detailed and accurate records of all review meetings, decisions, and recommendations. </li>\n<li> Contributing to service improvement and development by providing training, identifying trends, highlighting good practice, and recommending changes where necessary. </li>\n</ul>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Karen Walls, Safeguarding Manager on karen.walls@sutton.gov.uk or Denise Walford, Senior CP Chair on denise.walford@sutton.gov.uk <br><br> This role is a great opportunity for:<ul>\n<li> Experienced social workers: Qualified social workers with a strong background in child protection reviewing social care practice, gained at Team Manager level. If you are passionate about growing your career, this role is an opportunity that focuses on chairing and facilitating critical discussions that impact children's lives. </li>\n<li> Current and Former Independent Reviewing Officers : Individuals who have significant experience in child welfare, social work, or safeguarding roles, with a proven track record of chairing multi-agency meetings, especially within a children's services framework and local authority setting. </li>\n</ul>We would expect the suitable candidates to fulfil the following competencies:<ul>\n<li> Be a qualified Social Worker with a relevant professional qualification in Social Work and registered with Social Worker England </li>\n<li> Significant experience in child protection or safeguarding with strong understanding of child protection legislation, local authority processes, and multi-agency collaboration. </li>\n<li> Knowledge and experience of effectively chairing statutory meetings within children's services. </li>\n<li> Strong knowledge of The Children Act 1989, 2004, IRO Handbook (2010), and other relevant legislation and statutory guidance. </li>\n<li> Experience of managing performance, setting and monitoring standards and challenging poor practice </li>\n<li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with families in a sensitive manner and make sound decisions in complex and challenging situations </li>\n<li> Ability to challenge poor practice constructively and escalate concerns effectively. </li>\n</ul>If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and possess the skills and experience required for the role, we encourage you to apply! Join our dedicated team and take on a rewarding challenge that allows you to advocate for children, collaborate with diverse professionals, and contribute to meaningful outcomes. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-26T03:01:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-09T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bbb942ac-b475-4b2b-adbe-c5ff3858cb57.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"502a48f1-8f02-4921-a16f-675baee4d86b","title":"Child Protection Chair - Children Social Care","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The London Borough of Sutton \"is uncompromising in its focus on improving quality of frontline social work\" - Ofsted <br><br> London Borough of Sutton works closely with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP). The partnership offers staff a wide range of pre and post qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development. This includes staff being encouraged to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE). Staff are also given the opportunity to attend conferences, workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development. <br><br> Children's Social Care is going through an important change to meet the growing needs of the children and families we support. We are making many improvements to ensure that care for children is better and to create positive working environments for our staff. With committed leaders and experienced managers, we are bringing fresh ideas to our work and are helping to make real improvements in how we support children and families. Our aim is to provide high-quality care that helps children thrive while also creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive environment for our staff to develop their careers. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Join Children Social Care as a Child Protection (CP) Chair on a 12 months fixed term contract and enjoy a Golden Hello along with a Recruitment and Retention Bonus, outlined as follows:<ul>\n<li> £1,000 paid with your first month's salary </li>\n<li> £1,000 for your first completed year of service </li>\n<li> £2,000 for your second completed year of service </li>\n<li> £3,000 for your third completed year of service and each year thereafter </li>\n</ul>With a total salary package of up to £62,620 (subject to pay scale), inclusive of bonuses and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to elevate your career in social care.<ul>\n<li> Are you passionate about protecting children, and working with their families to make sustained change? </li>\n<li> Could you support families, agencies and social workers, to make creative plans that focus on individual needs and keep children safe? </li>\n<li> Are you an experienced Social Worker, with management experience, looking for a new challenge?<strong> </strong> </li>\n</ul>We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Child Protection Chair within Children Social Care at the London Borough of Sutton. Our objective is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children and young people in our community<strong>. </strong>Reporting to the Senior Safeguarding Chair, your responsibilities as a Child Protection Chair will include:<ul>\n<li> To lead and facilitate child protection conferences, ensuring that the best interests of children are at the forefront of all discussion. </li>\n<li> Improving the protection of children by developing outcome-focussed, multi agency child protection plans, within a tight timeframe. </li>\n<li> Monitor and review progress on child protection plans, providing guidance and support to involved parties. </li>\n<li> Provide training and support to staff and agencies on child protection processes and procedures. </li>\n<li> Stay updated on current legislation, best practices, and research in child protection and safeguarding. </li>\n</ul>You will work as part of a small team of Child Protection Chairs, where your skills in analysing complex information alongside the ability to communicate with both families and agencies, will support the service to deliver our statutory objectives. CP Chairs work collaboratively with social workers, educators, health professionals, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive safety plans. Your knowledge and experience of social work, safeguarding and restorative practice, will be essential to enable and encourage a strength based approach to delivering our services. There will also be an expectation that you will provide cover for the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). This will involve chairing meetings related to an allegation against a professional, in either their work or personal life. <br><br> If you are an experienced Social Worker with management experience that is looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you. You will join a supportive and experienced team and will enjoy opportunities for joint working and professional development. <br><br> For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Denise Walford, Senior CP Chair on denise.walford@sutton.gov.uk or Karen Wells, Safeguarding Manager on karen.walls@sutton.gov.uk <br><br> This role is a great opportunity for:<ul>\n<li> Experienced social workers with a strong background in child protection and line management , gained at Assistant /Team Manager level. If you are passionate about growing your career, this role is an opportunity that focuses on chairing and facilitating critical discussions that impact children's lives. </li>\n<li> Current and Former Child Protection professionals who have significant experience in child welfare, social work, or safeguarding roles and are looking to take a leadership position in child protection within a Local Authority. </li>\n</ul>In addition, we would expect suitable candidates to fulfil the following competencies:<ul>\n<li> Be a qualified Social Worker with a relevant professional qualification in Social Work and registered with Social Work England </li>\n<li> Line management experience gained at Assistant or Team Manager level. </li>\n<li> Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding, with strong understanding of child protection legislation, local authority processes, and multi-agency collaboration. </li>\n<li> Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with families in a sensitive manner and make sound decisions in complex and challenging situations. </li>\n<li> Ability to work at Sutton Civic Offices up to 3 days a week </li>\n</ul>Our strong, accessible, and supportive management culture creates a positive team environment that promotes regular supervision and encourages continuous professional development for staff. Join us on this journey to create an environment where both the children in our care and our staff can thrive and succeed in their everyday lives. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-26T03:01:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-09T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2a7c04b9-0960-4755-be34-c1b22d1ec601.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ad13f964-c5fb-4e14-82d7-5c76a22884a3","title":"Community Senior Practitioner - Tunbridge Wells","employer":"Kent County Council","department":"","location":"Montague House, Tunbridge Wells","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\n<p>We are recruiting Senior Social Workers with a range of different skills and experience.</p>\n<p>We currently have a part time vacancy in the Tunbridge Wells locality.  </p>\n<p>We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service. </p>\n<p>£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service. </p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join our community teams across Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.</p>\n<p>We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.</p>\n<p>Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>We welcome applications from experienced Social Workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.</p>\n<p>You will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Advanced Practitioner level of the Professional Capabilities Framework for Registered Practitioners.</p>\n<p>You will have experience of managing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries</p>\n<p>You will be able to demonstrate expertise in the supervision and development of staff, including performance management</p>\n<p>We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a likeminded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.</p>\n<p>You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Support Offer</strong></p>\n<p>In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.</p>\n<p>We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension scheme.</p>\n<p>You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.</p>\n<p>We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.</p>\n<p>You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.</p>\n<p>We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs are met.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and to registration as a qualified social worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</p>\n<p>We also welcome applications from experienced registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists with relevant experience into our Community Senior Practitioner roles.  If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please call Sarah Pattinson on 03000 412249 who will arrange for someone to contact you.</p>\n<p><strong>Contact Details</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p><em>For more information about the role, please contact Sarah Pattinson on 03000 412249 and a member of the team will respond appropriately.</em></p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,810 - £49,989 pro rata","publishDate":"2025-03-25T11:34:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-16T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/99f0a041-8b41-4d82-9ea7-2d140b7b4680.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d0de0a51-9807-4360-913b-9fe0f2c39dc6","title":"Food, Safety and Development Team Leader","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Are you passionate about protecting public health and helping to shape the future of Environmental Health? </strong></p>\n<p>With your expertise in environmental health, you’ll act as the lead for food hygiene, public health, health & safety and the learning and development lead for Environmental Health Trainees and Apprentices. You’ll be dedicated to shaping and developing others learning and ensuring they have the tools for success.</p>\n<p>You’ll motivate, lead and empower the team by providing advice and guidance, drawing on your expertise and experience of Food Hygiene, Infectious Disease Control, Health and Safety, Public Health and registration associated with the Beauty Sector.  In addition to this, you’ll deputise for the Environmental Health Manager when necessary and aid team development by creating and implementing policies, procedures and reporting on performance.</p>\n<p>Your day-to-day duties will include case management, responding to service requests, inspections and investigations and providing technical support to others. You’ll lead, develop and support a variety of ambitious projects and ensure the team retains a strong customer focus, as well as keeping up to date with legislative changes.</p>\n<p>We invite applications for a full-time (37 hours) or a part-time (minimum 30 hours) although please note that there is a requirement to be office based (Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG) for at least 60% of the time and therefore we are unable to consider applicants who wish to undertake remote working.</p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to know more about the role? </strong></p>\n<p>Please contact Laura Webb, Environmental Health Manager on 01732 227 167 or Colin Alden, Environmental Protection Team Leader 01732 227 189 for an informal discussion about the role.    </p>\n<p>For further details on the role, the Council, and the benefits of working for us, please see our Candidate Pack – <a href=\"https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/beewswi/1\">https://sevenoaks.pagetiger.com/beewswi/1</a></p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?</strong></p>\n<p>Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>30<sup>th</sup> April 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: </strong>21<sup>st</sup> & 22<sup>nd</sup> May 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£51,494 - £54,587","publishDate":"2025-03-24T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-30T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d14a7273-281e-47e7-85cd-adf8ec2f59d3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"79cef682-217a-4564-9b58-b32fbc5c5c88","title":"Head of Finance and Deputy S151 Officer","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Lead, Inspire and develop our Finance team </strong></p>\n<p>Sevenoaks District Council provides a unique opportunity for you as we are financially self-sufficient and have two companies that you’ll play a key role in.</p>\n<p>You’ll have responsibility for the continued delivery of the Council’s budget strategy and generating income from existing (and new) assets to provide the foundations for delivering the Council's vision. You’ll also take the financial lead on a variety of different projects across the Council, providing advice and guidance on financial viability.</p>\n<p>You’ll provide the Finance team with direction and guidance, ensuring that the team deliver a high-quality service with a commitment to enhancing skills and knowledge.</p>\n<p>With your leadership, the Council’s financial service will continue to flourish and develop to enhance the Council’s success, whatever the future may hold.</p>\n<p>So, if you are<strong> </strong>looking to take the next step up and hone your strategic skills or if you are an experienced financial leader, then come and make a lasting impact in our district.</p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. 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You will be key member of the team helping to improve efficiency across our team creating capacity to continue with business-as-usual work alongside our rewarding improvement activity.  </p>\n<p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong></p>\n<p>We’d love to hear from you if you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have experience in working in a busy and challenging environment.</li>\n<li>Are someone who listens actively and communicates proactively with stakeholders and to be a point of contact for queries, support and advice.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Are resourceful, flexible and used to managing your own workload through to successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Can interpret information/situations to resolve more problems.</li>\n<li>Are able to maintain accurate records.</li>\n<li>Are an excellent team player, pro-active, dynamic and flexible.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This is a part-time temporary role for a period of 6 months working 18 hours per week.  The working hours are flexible with a combination of working in the office and at home.</p>\n<p><strong>What we offer </strong></p>\n<p>When you join us your expertise/skills/experience will be valued and your career development will be our priority. </p>\n<p>We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers <em>our employees/you</em> to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference. </p>\n<p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.  </p>\n<p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop. </p>\n<p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking. </p>\n<p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (requiring presence in the office), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme. </p>\n<p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href=\"http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs\">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide.  </p>\n<p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p>\n<p>At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services. </p>\n<p>We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act. </p>\n<p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. </p>\n<p><strong>Want to know more?</strong> </p>\n<p>If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you. </p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:Emma%20Brown\">Emma Brown</a> on 01883 732903  <a href=\"mailto:Ebrown@tandridge.gov.uk\">Ebrown@tandridge.gov.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary range is £11,601-£13,556 p.a.","publishDate":"2025-03-21T15:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/92e9f5b2-6e17-4d54-bf50-47b487edb16d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6a403438-8378-4912-abc8-f96fa5a14b96","title":"Poverty Reduction Project Officer","employer":"Reigate & Banstead Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Reigate","locationType":2,"description":"<p><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Job Title:</strong> Poverty Reduction Project Officer</span><br class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Location:</strong> Town Hall, Reigate (Hybrid working)</span><br class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Salary:</strong> £28,023 – £35,724 per annum</span><br class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Hours:</strong> 36 hours per week</span><br class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Basis:</strong> Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months)</span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">About the Role</strong></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Working in partnership with Surrey County Council and working closely with the Council’s Benefit, Housing and Community Partnerships teams, we are invited to collaborate in a pilot scheme utilising the Low Income Family Tracker (LIFT) tool.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">This is an exciting opportunity to create relationships with other district and boroughs for the benefit of our community’s needs. 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If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Intervention Team Leader Jodie Phillips via email <a href=\"mailto:Jodie.Phillips@reigate-banstead.gov.uk\">Jodie.Phillips@reigate-banstead.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, offering a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled and ex-armed forces candidates, who meet the essential criteria for the role.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Closing Date:</strong> Sunday 13 April 2025 at 23:59<br class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Interview Date:</strong> w/c 28 April 2025</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><span class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Interview Process</strong></span></p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview at the Town Hall, which will also involve an assessment using Microsoft Excel.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><strong class=\"customHTML\">Values and Behaviours</strong><br class=\"customHTML\">Our great working environment and the values and behaviours of every individual and team in the Council, help to evolve the culture of our organisation to become more commercial, innovative and embracing of change.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">Successful applicants to our career opportunities will be able to demonstrate they share the values and behaviours we seek in our organisation.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\">See '<a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/cb94b7dc-f398-4c0b-862e-bc0b0de2d53d#sign-in-required\">Who we are</a>' as a council, to find out more about us.</p>\n<p class=\"customHTML\"><em class=\"customHTML\">Please note this role is being advertised internally and externally. 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We maintain positive and collaborative relations with councillors, internal clients and other stakeholders. To build on that, we are always looking at how we can deliver our service more efficiently and sharpen our outcomes-based focus. With an embedded case management system in place and fully electronic legal research tools, we are mostly paperless and working our way towards digital signing and sealing.<br><br>The council's functions and activities are wide-ranging and as such it enters into low to high-value contracts for goods and/or services, call-off, IT, and building works plus framework agreements, funding agreements, data protection agreements and consultancy agreements. 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You will be able to provide evidence of this as well as of your continuous professional development.<br><br>This role will offer you opportunities for growth and professional development - not only through the breadth of local authority contractual work but also across a range of continuous improvement, legal technology and governance projects.<br><br>The Legal Team fosters a friendly, collegiate and supportive physical and remote working environment. With a mix of homeworking and office-based working, we offer flexibility to the team and to our new recruits.<br><br>We welcome applications from full-time or part-time candidates and aim to support those with family commitments or caring responsibilities. We also welcome candidates from public or private sector legal backgrounds.<br><br><b> Additional information </b><br> <br>Working hours for this role are 22 to 37 per week depending on part or full time position.<br><br>The post holder will occasionally be required to work outside of normal working hours and to attend evening meetings.<br><br>This post is politically restricted.<br><br>Assistance with elections at the request of the Returning Officer (separate remuneration will apply).<br><br><b> Employee benefits </b><br> <br>We offer a generous employee benefits package , with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.<br><br><b> Our way of working </b><br> <br>Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.<br><br><b> Safer recruitment </b><br> <br>Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.<br><br><b> How to apply </b><br> <br>Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. 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This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> The Commissioning Service shapes vital services-from children's and adult social care to education and wellbeing-ensuring quality through procurement, monitoring, and smart contract management. We drive innovation by challenging the status quo, fostering collaboration amongst stakeholders, and empowering service users to shape the services that impact their lives. <br><br> The primary responsibilities of the Children's Social Care Commissioning Team are to commission children's placements, post-16 support and accommodation for care experienced young people and unaccompanied asylum seeking young people and services for children with disabilities and their families. <br><br> We're dedicated to ensuring vulnerable children and families not only feel safe, but truly thrive. By deeply understanding their needs and strategically using resources with our partners, we seek to maximise the impact of every action and every pound invested. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> <strong>About the Role</strong> <br><br> Become a champion for vulnerable young people in Sutton, using your expertise to strategically lever and manage resources to design and deliver impactful housing and support solutions which support them in building bright and independent futures. <br><br> The successful candidate will:<ul>\n<li> Drive the future of the borough's supported accommodation offer by designing, developing and delivering commissioning recommendations which make best use of the council's resources and deliver strong outcomes. </li>\n<li> Unite stakeholders - from young people and social care professionals to housing and support providers, housing and welfare professionals - to co-create, deliver and review an outstanding post-16 support and accommodation offer for vulnerable young people. </li>\n<li> Proactively review and ensure sufficiency of post-16 support and accommodation services to meet the evolving needs of our vulnerable young people. </li>\n<li> Actively monitor and manage supported accommodation contracted provision to achieve high-quality and cost-effective service delivery. </li>\n</ul><strong> About you </strong> <br><br> We're looking for someone to lead on the housing and support needs of vulnerable young people by working with Council professionals and delivery partners to commission effective support systems for young people in support of their successful journey to independence. <br><br> You will have:<ul>\n<li> Proven ability to work confidently with other functions and partners to lead partnership work. </li>\n<li> Skill-set to develop and execute comprehensive commissioning strategies and recommendations to achieve desired outcomes. </li>\n<li> Knowledge of procurement and experience of procuring new services. </li>\n<li> Experience of designing and using performance management frameworks to achieve high quality service delivery. </li>\n<li> Excellent communication, negotiating and influencing skills. </li>\n<li> Strong data management and analytical skills. </li>\n<li> Understanding of children's social care commissioning, ideally home placements for 0 - 25 year olds - desirable </li>\n<li> Understanding of housing landscape - desirable </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,532 - £55,620 (£57,663 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-20T03:01:38.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-13T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a8e70e72-c517-4998-9e13-2754c134e14e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e05abcb6-0bbd-4db1-a952-0a90a5df6704","title":"Social Worker - Children's First Contact Service","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br>Sutton's Children's First Contact Service is a single point of contact for all early help and children's social care services, support for children through to identifying children in need and Child protection matters. The lines is open to all practitioners and the general public.<br><br>Sutton's Children's First Contact Service aims to ensure a consistent and efficient response to referrals to the Children's Service's. The Children's First contact Service co-ordinates incoming referrals and seeks to ensure that they follow the appropriate pathway for the child's needs according to Pan London threshold matrix.<br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br>Children's Social Worker - Children's First Contact Service<br><br>Welcome and Retention Bonus:<br><br>£1000 paid in your first month salary and £1000 paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service<br><br>£2000 paid after your 2nd completed year in service<br><br>£3000 paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter.<br><br>Whole package totals up to £47,857 (including Retention Bonus)<br><br>We are looking for confident and skilled Social Workers to work in our Children's First Contact Service. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people.<br><br>Reporting to the Team Manager, you will work within the frameworks of Early Help, Section 17 and Section 47 - processing contacts received into the team on a daily basis, concluding relevant outcomes as to any onward plan. Your role will include liaising with multi agencies and engage at times in multi agency forums.<br><br>Compliance is key to our statutory requirements and as a Social worker you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.<br><br>Our ideal candidate<br><br>The successful candidates will be enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a caring and calm approach who have a thorough understanding of the frameworks that underpin social work practice. You will bring insight and experience to the team and the lives of children and show initiative which will help develop our services to an outstanding standard. You must also enjoy working in a high pace team, being able to deliver consistency, energy, and passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives. You will demonstrate empathy when dealing with sensitive situations and strong interpersonal skills using different ways of communicating. Showcasing the ability to assess and record a child's needs, applied through evidence based practice to justify decision making. <br><br>We welcome applications from experienced CFCS/MASH practitioners or those with sustained child protection experience and with a clear ability to write comprehensively, speak with clarity and are able to deliver analysis based on evidence and research. <br><br>Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to take part in case discussions.<br><br>In addition, We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to):<br><br>you are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body Social Work England<br><br>have completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)<br><br>At least 2 years post ASYE work experience as a UK Registered Social Worker<br><br>hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly.<br><br>If you have experience in a similar Children's services team, are competent in undertaking assessments, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, then apply today!<br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rota if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-20T03:01:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-20T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dea4f20a-1be8-43d5-8001-2fc5265877be.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c90ecc06-ead6-410a-8115-af73d1e3c064","title":"Social Worker Hospital Pathways","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Adult Social Care is undergoing a significant transformation to address the rising demand for our services. We're implementing wide-ranging changes to improve care for adults and create positive working environments for our staff. We have new leaders and experienced managers who bring innovative ideas to the service and are driving meaningful changes throughout your service delivery. Our goal is to deliver exceptional care that enhances outcomes for our community whilst providing an inclusive, diverse and stable environment for staff to grow their career. <br><br> Hospital Pathway And Reablement (Start) Service <br><br> Staff within our hospital team work closely with NHS colleagues to facilitate safe, timely discharge. Their priority is to enable people to return to their own homes, utilising reablement and other services to enable them regain independence. <br><br> For more information on our new operating model and teams <a href=\"https://www.sutton.gov.uk/w/adult-social-care-jobs\" title=\"Adult Social Care\">click here</a>. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> Join Adult Social Care as a Social Worker and receive a Welcome Bonus* of £1000 paid in your first month's salary or a Retention Bonus* of £1000 paid for every complete year in service (*subject to pay scale within the grade). <br><br> We've got an exciting opportunity for you as a Social Worker in Adult Social Care. Our mission is to empower adults to live independently as possible, and we need your expertise to make it happen. This role will challenge you in a dynamic and diverse environment, helping you expand your skills and knowledge in the practice of soc ial care. As a Social Worker working within the Hospital Pathways Team, you will conduct assessments, manage complex cases, and provide high standards of care. Our teams are renowned for its ability to craft outstanding care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of service users, integrating input from various professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. <br><br> Our teams are renowned for its ability to craft outstanding care plans that prioritise the needs and voices of service users, integrating input from various professionals, families/carers, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. <br><br> Are you ready to take the next step? We are here to support your growth as you begin your career at Suttons Adult Social Care. Apply now and join us as we navigate this journey toward excellence. <br><br> <strong>Our Ideal Candidate</strong> <br><br> This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in adult care and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. <br><br> In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul>\n<li> Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England and eligibility to work in the UK. </li>\n<li> 2 years post qualifying experience working in adult services, assessing and supporting individuals with diverse needs and successful completion of their ASYE. </li>\n<li> Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 as well as social work theories. </li>\n<li> Strong assessment, outcome focussed care planning, and risk management skills. </li>\n<li> Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals. </li>\n<li> Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge. </li>\n</ul>For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact Keyur Patel, Team Manager Hospital Pathways on keyur.patel@sutton.gov.uk <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br>#LI-JT","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-19T03:01:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0610ac12-1dc2-4506-a408-abac8b35269f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8d554c24-2ae2-4613-bad9-2cc9f0f8d3df","title":"Therapeutic Support Worker (Mental Health Practitioner)","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Willow Rise Residential Services is an in-house residential service for children and young people who are in the care of the Local Authority. This in-house provision supports connection with the child's local area. We want all of Sutton's children and young people to have a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive, and we are committed to giving them that opportunity to live their best lives, with the best support. <br><br> With a welcoming and family feel, the trusted and positive relationships between staff and children are a strength of the homes. Children receive individualised and consistent care as reflected in their care plans, and are well supported to make good progress in all areas. <br><br> The team consists of qualified support staff, Lead Care Co-ordinators and Managers who have a passion for supporting children to achieve improved outcomes and is supported by practitioners based within the Therapeutic Hub, a part of the Practice and Support service. <br><br> We are an innovative multi-disciplinary team staffed by experienced and qualified practitioners. The team benefits from the expertise of professionals from mental health, speech and language, education and social care. We work together to offer therapeutic support to children and young people open to Children's Services who have emerging or complex mental health or behavioural needs. This includes young people who are accommodated in residential or foster care. The Hub serves as a therapeutic support to Sutton's in-house residential children's homes. <br><br> The Therapeutic Hub supports the embedding of Sutton's practice models by promoting a restorative and trauma informed approach in our work, not only with children and families but also the systems surrounding them <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <ul>\n<li> Experience of direct work with children with significant trauma and complex needs </li>\n<li> Desirable to have experience with children who are care experienced, however full training will be provided </li>\n<li> Strong track record of team working </li>\n<li> Strong track record of evidencing outcomes </li>\n<li> Able to display a depth of understanding regarding various therapeutic models and how this influences intervention </li>\n</ul>Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.<br><br>We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,755 - £48,531 (£50,574 unconsolidated maximum)","publishDate":"2025-03-19T03:01:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-04T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3fba6935-c62e-47dc-a669-6f2f0bc8d0d0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"43c3325f-7197-4c39-850f-9326690069ab","title":"Specialist Support Worker","employer":"London Borough of Sutton","department":"","location":"Sutton","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough : <br>In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ. <br><br>Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.<br><br>All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.<br><br>Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.<br> <br> About the Service and Team : <br> Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and their families? Children Social Care at the London Borough of Sutton have embarked on a transformation journey and are seeking dedicated and compassionate Specialist Support Workers to provide a range of support and interventions designed to meet family needs in a flexible and responsive way. <br><br> Your responsibilities will include:<ul>\n<li> Working closely with children, young people and their families to deliver personalised support to children and focused on their emotional, social, and educational needs. </li>\n<li> Conduct assessments to identify the needs and strengths of each child. </li>\n<li> Assist children in developing life skills, coping mechanisms, and resilience, addressing challenges and barriers to their development. </li>\n<li> Engaging with parents and caregivers to understand family dynamics and involve them in the support process. </li>\n<li> Maintain a safe and secure environment for children, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. </li>\n</ul>Specialist Support Workers are guided by the principles of Restorative Practices, working in family homes and communities, completing direct work with children, young people and their families. Your knowledge and expertise will help to deliver tailored support to individuals with unique needs, empowering them to reach their full potential. <br> <br> About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate : <br> This position offers an excellent opportunity to experienced social care professionals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing a variety of specialist needs. We encourage applications from candidates with ex perience in delivering child care services within a local authority setting and those pass ionate about delivering person-centred care. You will join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities. <br><br> In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates (not limited to):<ul>\n<li> Hold a recognised qualification in Social Care or similar </li>\n<li> At least two years working experience in children's social care or in a child and family setting. </li>\n<li> Substantial experience of working intensively with young people in need, on a one to one basis and with their peers, family and school/college or training provider </li>\n<li> Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both parents and professionals. </li>\n<li> Ability to plan and coordinate individual social care plans </li>\n</ul>If you're a dedicated social care professional, with a passion for delivering exceptional care, London Borough of Sutton can provide you with a working environment that drives collaboration, supportive and values empathy, understanding, and commitment to excellence. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career and apply now. We need your support to create a brighter future in the community we serve. <br> <br> Our Offer to You : <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>\n<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year </li>\n<li> Three volunteering days per year in Sutton </li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Car parking scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul>Application Process : <br>Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.<br><br>To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.<br><br>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br> <br> Additional Information : <br>We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing\" title=\"Workforce Equalities Report - Highlights\">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. 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