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The purpose of the role is to design, develop and deliver a comprehensive programme of short break opportunities that reflect the needs of disabled children, young people, their parents and carers. This is a Borough-wide role. </p>\n<p>We are seeking applicants with knowledge and experience of working with children with a range of complex and additional needs.  You will have a positive approach to the strengths, abilities, likes and dislikes of the children and young people.  You will ensure that the children and young people are at the centre of the activities provided. You will recognise the vulnerabilities of individual children and young people and be committed to promoting their independence responsibly.  </p>\n<p><strong>You will have:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>NVQ level 3 in childcare or equivalent experience at an equivalent level</li>\n<li>Experience of delivering and evaluating leisure opportunities for disabled children and young people</li>\n<li>A working understanding of child safeguarding policy and practice and health and safety</li>\n<li>Experience of working constructively in partnership with parents and carers and professionals</li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>\n<li>Ability to prepare reports and plans to a high standard</li>\n<li>Ability to work energetically and creatively to improve services</li>\n<li>Full, current driving licence</li>\n<li>Willingness to undertake relevant training commensurate with the post including Paediatric First Aid, information compliance, child safeguarding and relevant computer packages and applications</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitatation of Offenders Act 1974.  An enhanced DBS is required.  </p>\n<p>Equal opportunities: All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this post (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited for interview.  </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade G SCP 20 - 25, Salary £30,296 - £33,945 (pay award pending)","publishDate":"2024-10-22T14:48:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-11T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7a7df8c2-b8e4-450e-a041-9d6956e32536.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5937a557-34ce-43ec-8298-b8820ff05b63","title":"Case Worker Women's Centre","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are looking for a dedicated Case Worker too provide focused support, advice and guidance to women accessing Halton Women’s Centre. 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Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. 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Managers recognise your potential and support your progression. Positive outcomes and feedback is recognised and acknowledged by senior management…. Knowsley is a great place to work’ - (Experienced Social Worker).</em></strong><strong> </strong> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our Young Persons Team (YPT) is a dynamic and dedicated team committed to supporting young people in our community. They work tirelessly to empower and advocate for our young people, creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive.  The team work with young people as they enter adulthood, working closely with colleagues from partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes for them. </p>\n<p>The post is based in a service where the management team is supportive, with experienced, knowledgeable staff who know our young people well and who are committed to getting the best for the young people they support. </p>\n<p><strong> How to Apply:</strong> </p>\n<p>You can book an interview now!  </p>\n<p>We are holding fortnightly interview panels - there’s no lengthy application forms, no shortlisting, just book an interview at a time that’s convenient for you. You can also view job descriptions and the benefits of working for Knowsley.  </p>\n<p>If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.   </p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.  </p>\n<p>At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. 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This is your one-to-one time solely focused on your career development </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Reflective Supervision - 4 weekly</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Access to Signs of Safety Group Supervision</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Newly Developed Progression Pathway</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Learning at Work Week</strong>: A yearly celebration awards to recognise & celebrate individual practice across the council<strong>.</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Visible Leadership with Monthly Principle Social Worker (PSW) drop-in sessions</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Themed Practice Learning Week</strong>: Providing a range of bitesize learning opportunities. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Currently Offering Free Parking</strong> </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Cycle to Work Scheme: </strong>We are committed to greener transport solutions. 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Managers recognise your potential and support your progression. Positive outcomes and feedback is recognised and acknowledged by senior management…. Knowsley is a great place to work’ - (Experienced Social Worker).</em></strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Our Child Protection Service</strong></p>\n<p>Social workers in our Child Protection Teams support children and their families via Child in Need Plans, Child Protection Plans and PLO Pre-Proceedings. Our small teams each have five social workers, an Advanced Social Worker and Team Manager. You will be supported to develop a relationship with your manager, have regular supervision, support from our Quality Assurance Team, excellent training opportunities and access to tools and resources to assist in your day-to-day practice.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will have the opportunity to develop trusting relationships with children and their families, supporting them to achieve great outcomes and prevent children’s needs from escalating.</p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p>\n<p>You can book an interview now! </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are holding fortnightly interview panels - there’s no lengthy application forms, no shortlisting, just book an interview at a time that’s convenient for you. You can also view job descriptions and the benefits of working for Knowsley. </p>\n<p>If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.  </p>\n<p>If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.  </p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce. </p>\n<p>At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. 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This is your one-to-one time solely focused on your career development</li>\n<li><strong>Reflective Supervision - 4 weekly</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Access to Signs of Safety Group Supervision</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Newly Developed Progression Pathway</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Learning at Work Week</strong>: A yearly celebration awards to recognise & celebrate individual practice across the council<strong>.</strong>\n</li>\n<li><strong>Visible Leadership with Monthly Principle Social Worker (PSW) drop-in sessions</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Themed Practice Learning Week</strong>: Providing a range of bitesize learning opportunities.</li>\n<li><strong>Currently Offering Free Parking</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>Cycle to Work Scheme: </strong>We are committed to greener transport solutions. Our scheme entitles you to significant discounts on the price of a new bike & safety equipment.</li>\n<li>bank holidays.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Eye Tests: </strong>We provide all display screen users with a free eye test on request. We have a corporate eye care scheme which includes a contribution to the cost of glasses</li>\n<li><strong>Childcare Vouchers</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Discounted Gym Membership</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Credit Union Membership</strong></li>\n<li>\n<strong>VIVUP Discounts & Savings </strong>The program offers a staff discount scheme.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants. </p>\n<p><strong>For further details about available posts, please contact:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong>Gavin Byrom, Team Manager <a href=\"mailto:Gavin.Byrom@knowsley.gov.uk\">Gavin.Byrom@knowsley.gov.uk</a> or Tracey Brydson, Team Manager  <a href=\"mailto:tracey.brydson@knowsley.gov.uk\">tracey.brydson@knowsley.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday, 1st December 2024</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,221 - £41,418 per annum [ Pay Award Pending]","publishDate":"2024-10-16T15:02:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-01T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1931076a-073e-49d1-8293-01e2aa0e81a0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6e631c2b-75c8-4d50-a918-c65eeea2aa70","title":"Support Worker - Halton Supported Housing Network","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Halton Supported Housing Network is a group of 19 houses across Runcorn and Widnes, providing accommodation and support for adults with learning and physical disabilities in the community.</strong></p>\n<p>We are putting people first and focusing on what people with a disability can do as opposed to what they cannot; supporting people in such a diverse way is one of the main reasons why Halton Supported Housing Network has won national awards.</p>\n<p>We believe that people with a disability should be the drivers in their lives not the passengers; therefore person centred support workers need to support and engage people to take the lead in living in their own homes. The service has multiple vacancies for committed individuals to act in the capacity of Support Worker, promoting people with disabilities to engage in all aspects of their daily living and links into meaningful opportunities within their local community.</p>\n<p>The role will include working alongside people who at times can display behaviour that can be challenging. Ideally, you will have NVQ qualifications in Adult Social Care and experience in working with Physical disabilities and being able to undertake personal care is also essential. This is a lone working post and you should therefore be comfortable working on this basis.</p>\n<p>This is a challenging but extremely rewarding role which, working on a rota basis, may include work at weekends, bank holidays and some sleep-in duties. Additional enhancements for unsociable hours worked are payable.</p>\n<p><strong>We have several permanent roles available, ranging in hours per week so whatever your situation we feel we could have the right position for you, to enable you to enjoy a positive work/life balance.</strong></p>\n<p><br>In return for your commitment, we can offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We also provide a comprehensive training programme as part of your role.</p>\n<p><strong>For an informal discussion about this post, please contact HSHN duty person, Emma Berrington (Principle Manager) on 0151-511-6965 or Margaret Myler (Assistant Manager) on 0151 511 6439</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,737 - £23,114 FTE per annum - pay award pending","publishDate":"2024-10-16T12:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/523e1aa4-33b4-4ecf-8e65-0644ea00e7f1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0b2875e9-bf92-4329-a103-c097dd550041","title":"Early Years Intervention Worker","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>Early Years Intervention Worker – Portage x 2</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Fixed term for 12 months </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>This is a permanent opportunity to become part of the vibrant Early Years SEND team, in the role of Early Years Intervention Worker - Portage. You will work hybrid between Locality Family Hubs, Mallory Building and home.</p>\n<p><strong>About the candidate </strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone with an excellent ability to work in partnership with children and their families, including other professionals involved with supporting children. Demonstrable experience of working with young children in either their home or settings. Commitment to inclusive practices and a good level of knowledge and understanding of the Early years foundation stage and SEND code of practice is essential. You will be responsible for supporting children and their parents with activities that support a child's development, utilising Portage small steps approach. There will also be opportunity for you to expand your own skills through a personal development plan. This is a rewarding job that will put the successful applicant in a key position to support children and their parents.</p>\n<p>Should you require any further information or an informal discussion regarding this role, please email <a href=\"mailto:sarahharper@wirral.gov.uk\">sarahharper@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Interviews to commence mid November 2024.</p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If your skills, knowledge or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you - as subject to the skills, knowledge or experience levels within the candidate pool we may explore a traineeship for this role.</p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.</p>\n<p>We will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.</p>\n<p>At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Anthony Stanton-Bird (anthony.stanton-bird@knowsley.gov.uk)</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,500 - £23,893 per annum (Pay Award Pending)","publishDate":"2024-10-16T09:18:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a0e4c5e5-147d-4961-9010-9ebae8f39bac.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5d9c6037-7f81-440a-a67d-50f98b776654","title":"Experienced Social Worker - CWD","employer":"Knowsley Council","department":"","location":"Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton , Knowsley , L36 6GA, Hybrid Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Are you looking for your next step in Children’s Social Care? </strong></p>\n<p>‘Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the MJ Awards 2024.  Come join us and be part of our future success!’ </p>\n<p><strong>We have vacancies for Experienced Social Workers in our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team</strong></p>\n<p>Here at Knowsley, we are committed to our children and families and we work hard to improve outcomes for our community.  We have high aspirations for the children and young people we support and through innovation and investment we have a positive impact on family’s lives.  At Knowsley, we believe, <strong>‘We Are Better Together.’</strong> </p>\n<p>We are currently seeking applications from Experienced Social Workers who share our vision for Knowsley.  We want to be a place where all our children have the best start in life, where every family thrives and where all our young people aim high and achieve their potential.</p>\n<p><strong><em>‘There are many opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. Managers recognise your potential and support your progression. Positive outcomes and feedback is recognised and acknowledged by senior management…. Knowsley is a great place to work’ - (Experienced Social Worker).</em></strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Children with Disabilities Team</strong></p>\n<p>Our CWD team is essential, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with disabled children, young people and their families in our community.  We work in partnership with families and our multi agency colleagues to secure the best possible outcomes for children and young people, maximising their life changes and opportunities.</p>\n<p>This is a rewarding role where you will be supporting children and young people with complex needs.  You will be able to evidence a strong ability to gather and analyse information, completing robust assessments and formulating outcome focused plans.  We aim to promote the strengths of our children and their families to help them achieve their aspirations and the outcomes they desire. </p>\n<p><strong> How to Apply:</strong></p>\n<p>You can book an interview now! </p>\n<p>We are holding fortnightly interview panels - there’s no lengthy application forms, no shortlisting, just book an interview at a time that’s convenient for you. You can also view job descriptions and the benefits of working for Knowsley. </p>\n<p>If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.  </p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce. </p>\n<p>At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. 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