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We are ambitious for Tower Hamlets children and families and endeavour for every child and young person to be healthy, safe and successful. Tower Hamlets is a progressive, ambitious and diverse place to work. We place children and families at the heart of everything that we do and are relentless in our pursuit of positive outcomes for all.Our Better Together Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts which underpin Restorative Practice and draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed PracticeOur C-Change approach: Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, sets out “6 Cs ” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other. About The JobWe have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Audit Officer position, in the Learning Academy. Key Responsibilities<ul>\n<li>To support the delivery of the Children’s Social Care Quality Assurance Framework with a particular focus on auditing activity.</li>\n<li>Under the leadership of the Quality Assurance Manager and in collaboration of Service Managers, to improve and assure quality of practice across Children’s Social Care.</li>\n<li>To support the development and dissemination of practice standards across Children Social Care.</li>\n<li>\nTo undertake audits in accordance with the CSC Quality Assurance Framework ensuring effective and evaluative scrutiny of practice. </li>\n</ul> Please see attached JD for full details. Requirements<ul>\n<li>5 years or more post qualifying social work experience</li>\n<li>A Social Work England (SWE) recognised Social Work qualification. A current SWE certificate will be a condition of appointment and a condition of employment for all staff working in a qualified social work role.</li>\n<li>Substantial experience in children and families work, having regularly undertaken complex assessments of children and families</li>\n<li>Extensive experience of working in partnership in complex cases where culture, race, gender, sexuality and disability are key factors in provision.</li>\n<li>Experience of practice education/ mentoring/ coaching staff or students, enabling learning</li>\n</ul> Our Offer:We are committed to developing excellent managers and practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of choice. We will help you to develop excellent social work practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace. If you choose to work with us, you will benefit from:<ul>\n<li>A competitive salary (£56,733 - £59,772)</li>\n<li>\nUp to 33 days annual leave after 5 years continual service; and 8 bank holidays</li>\n<li>Zone 2-3 travel card, season ticket loan</li>\n<li>Opportunities to develop your practice, with a clear framework for career development/leadership programme</li>\n<li>Good quality, regular, reflective supervision</li>\n<li>Enhanced sick pay scheme, maternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave</li>\n<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working </li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme/ Rent deposit scheme/ Access to free eye tests</li>\n<li>Discounted gym membership & You at Work discounts and many others</li>\n</ul> How to ApplyPlease complete the application form on our online recruitment system - Alvius and upload your CV. <ul>\n<li>Closing date 20/01/2025</li>\n<li>Interviews to be held on Wednesday 29/01/2025 from 11am (Please hold this date)</li>\n</ul> If you would like any further information about the role, please contact Anna Muller at <a href=\"mailto:ann.walker@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">Anna.muller@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> Additional DetailsTower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).Tower Hamlets Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£56,733 - £59,772","publishDate":"2024-12-19T11:07:41.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-20T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/10ce7bb1-a85e-4314-bcfb-02a8085a0ebd.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"71e17b86-f490-4041-9fa6-d7a1e2424390","title":"Brokerage Officer","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned. Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer. Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink. Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other. We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand. Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK. About the Role and our Ideal Candidate About the role To build strong relationships with internal and external partners to enable the sourcing of good quality care whilst achieving best value for money.<ul>\n<li>Work with ASC Operational Teams and relevant professionals to prioritize and monitor cases and broker services in a timely and effective manner. </li>\n<li>Set up packages of care that meet the aspirations and needs of the citizen through call off processes from established framework agreements, commissioned services, spot purchase and direct negotiation as appropriate.</li>\n<li>Maintain detailed records and systems for monitoring vacancies, allocations and placements across ASC to ensure utilisation and cost effectiveness is achieved.</li>\n<li>Develop and maintain good working relationships with Providers.</li>\n<li>Ensure contracts and Service Level Agreements are signed returned and implemented appropriately. </li>\n</ul> About you Experience of brokerage is desirable, but not essential as full training is available for the right candidate. This is a fast paced environment, so it is essential that you are flexible and adaptable with regards to your workload. You will have good communication skills both verbal and written and be able to communicate clearly, confidently and appropriately with colleagues using the best methods of communication for the task. You will have excellent time management skills and will be able to monitor and prioritise your work. Attention to detail is an essential skill in this role coupled with accurate data recording. You will have an enquiring mind and will q uestion and challenge ways of working, with an understanding of the bigger picture in terms of the corporate context and external environment. You will have strong negotiation and influencing skills and be able to rapidly build good relationships with all our partner agencies, both internal and external. You will have an understanding of the care market and the current challenges. You will have a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all our residents and will demonstrate empathy and cultural sensitivity. You will be a strong team player and will demonstrate Kingston's STAR values in all you do. About Us The Adult Social Care Brokerage Team sources packages of care on behalf of the council for adults who have been assessed as having care needs. We provide this service to all the social care teams of Kingston, including the Hospital Team, Mental Health Team and Learning Disability Team. The care we source includes, Day Opportunities, Transport, Supported Living, Care at Home and Placements (residential settings). We are a small but supportive team who are passionate about the service we deliver and the residents we serve. We are currently committed to attend the office in person for 2 days per month, this is the first Thursday of every month and then a rolling day on the third week, - Tuesday to Thursday i.e in January it will be the 14th (a Tuesday) in February it will be 19th ( a Wednesday) etc Our Offer To You 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. In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation. 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>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension 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 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. 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. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. 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. We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living. 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. 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We are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated person to join our Housing Options team.\nYou will be responsible for welcoming new arrivals who arrive under the Homes4Ukraine Scheme and help them to settle in. You will also assist with move on arrangements to help them find new homes as the scheme winds down.\nAs well as working with the Ukrainian cohort of customers you will also provide tenancy sustainment to customers in our temporary accommodation.\nYou will need the resilience to be able to work with vulnerable people with multiple needs, as well as those unfamiliar with how the system works, or who have fallen through it.\nAn ability to speak additional languages would be advantageous but not essential.\nThis post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements. \nThe ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts. These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. 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 sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.\nPlease note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) which includes a basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.\nSpelthorne Borough Council use the Microsoft Authenticator app as a secure way of accessing our network. Successful candidates will be required to use their own mobile device to download and use Authenticator.\nIn return, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits’ package that includes flexible working hours, pension scheme and at least 23 days’ paid leave per year. \nClosing date: Friday 3 January 2025 (5pm)\nInterview date: Friday 10 January 2025\nTo apply please see the 'apply' button below.\n Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates. If we have not contacted, you within 3 weeks of the closing date then your application has been unsuccessful.\nAll shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date. 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However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. \nThe brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer. \nAbout the role\nThis is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the development and delivery of a 3-year Train the Trainer pilot programme in the chosen pilot locations in England or Scotland.\nThe pilot will train and equip local health care professionals, health promotion workers and local community workers with the knowledge and resources to promote breast awareness, breast screening and risk reduction messages in their own communities.\nYou will support the 2 public health development managers, train the trainer, with the development and delivery of the in-person programme, including, marketing materials, resource packs and ongoing support for trainees. You will also be responsible for the organisation of training delivery within the pilot areas.\nAbout you\nWe’re looking for someone who has experience of working on public health focused projects, and engagement experience with a range of audiences from health or community-based organisations.\nThe right candidate will have a good understanding of health inequalities, the challenges they present to health behaviours and outcomes, and be passionate about addressing these challenges.\nYou’ll have strong communication and engagement skills and enjoy working to develop successful partnerships with a range of organisations, communities and stakeholders.\nJob description and benefits\nPlease download the job description and our attractive benefits package. \nPrimary location of role and hybrid working\nThese roles involve significant travel across England (Westminster and Leicester) or Scotland (Glasgow and Lanarkshire).\nTherefore, these posts can either be home based or office based at our London, or Glasgow offices (if within reasonable commuting distance).\nWhen applying\nWe hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.\nPlease confirm which location your are applying for in your application.\nIf you’ve any immediate questions please email <a href=\"mailto:Recruitment@breastcancernow.org\">Recruitment@breastcancernow.org</a> (please note our offices will be closed from the 24th December 2024 to January 2nd 2025).\nOur commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion\nWe’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.\nClosing date: 9.00am on 13 January 2025\nInterview date: W/C 27 January 2025 via MS Teams","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,000 to £33,000 per annum (subject to location)","publishDate":"2024-12-17T11:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4969d010-7f8b-4a5f-b04f-cbf86c0be2dc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f8428df3-6234-428c-b52c-664841b16b55","title":"Senior Supervising Social Worker","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark","locationType":3,"description":"Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and their carers?Do you have the skills and passion to lead, mentor and support carers providing life-changing care to children in need?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking for a Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our team and support foster carers and special guardians in Southwark. Come and join us!About the Role:Working within a systemic framework, you will provide group supervision and clinical support, helping carers develop the confidence and skills needed to care for children who have experienced trauma, abuse and loss.You will work closely with colleagues across care and safeguarding teams to ensure placements are stable and permanent, always focusing on improving outcomes for Southwark's children while guiding and supporting foster carers and connected carers.In this role, you will:<ul>\n<li>Supervise and support a group of foster carers, assessing their needs and providing tailored training and guidance.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with colleagues to assess and maintain placements, striving for stability and permanence for children.</li>\n<li>Mentor and coach less experienced social workers, contribute to training programs, and enhance the support system for special guardians and connected carers.</li>\n</ul>Recruitment Timeline:<ul>\n<li>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 5th January 2025</li>\n<li>Shortlisting date/s: week commencing 6th January 2025</li>\n<li>Interview date/s: week commencing 13th January 2025</li>\n</ul>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. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul>If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we'd love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and help us create brighter futures for Southwark's children. Apply today!About You:You are an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker with a passion for improving the lives of children and supporting carers in our community. You thrive in leadership roles, mentoring and coaching less experienced colleagues, such as ASYE social workers.You are committed to high standards and confident in challenging others when needed to achieve the best outcomes for children. You are skilled in assessing placements and developing effective plans that prioritise children's long-term well-being.To succeed in this role, you will:<ul>\n<li>Have experience in social work, particularly with children, foster carers and special guardians.</li>\n<li>Be skilled at managing complex cases and delivering targeted interventions that ensure positive outcomes.</li>\n<li>Have the ability to mentor and coach social workers and students, contributing to their professional growth.</li>\n</ul>For a detailed list of qualifications and requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal, confidential discussion about the job opportunity, please contact Claudia Kwaku via email at Additional Details:<ul>\n<li>This role is a permanent full time, 36 hour per week position.</li>\n<li>A full Enhanced DBS check is required for this post.</li>\n</ul>Benefits and more information:<a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48618 - £55710 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-17T10:25:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-15T10:25:37.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6dc558b8-e0bf-4576-96fd-cce1662ee760.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f7d0ab26-d0e7-4ee2-a77e-42865f2ed025","title":"Social Worker - Adults","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"About the Borough This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned. Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer. Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink. Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other. We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand. Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK. About the Role and our Ideal Candidate About the role This post attracts a golden hello incentive of £1,000 that is applicable to successful candidates for joining The Royal Borough of Kingston T&C's apply. We have a great opportunity to join the Chessington and Surbiton Hub Locality Team as a full time Social Worker. You will need to be registered with Social Work England to be considered for this post. The role will require the worker to: - Facilitate effective assessment and support planning in accordance to the Care Act 2014 for adults with physical health needs. - Be responsible for undertaking reviews of our service users and supporting them and their needs as required, within the statutory timescales. - To care manage a number of cases, including undertaking safeguarding investigations. The work will vary with different levels of complexity and risk. - Achieve effective communications with colleagues in other departments within health and social care to ensure efficient and person centred multidisciplinary support planning. - Ensure that onward required referrals to the correct service are made. - Consider the correct funding path (e.g. ASC, CHC, Section 117, joint social care and health funding). - Make effective use of resources through care planning, signposting to other services, or providing individuals with information and advice. Our Ideal Candidate In order to fulfil this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication, assessment and case management skills. You'll also need to possess effective organisation skills in order to balance and manage your cases and workload. In addition you'll need to have knowledge and experience of applying local Safeguarding processes, as well as the London Multi-Agency Adult Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. A sound and up to date knowledge of all relevant legislation, social care initiatives and priorities is also required. Other requirements include: -An undergraduate or postgraduate in Social Work -Registration with Social Work England -Excellent communication skills, both in written and oral presentation -Good assessment and case management skills -Knowledge of Personal Budgets/Self Directed Support and the philosophy underpinning these -Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and social care initiatives and priorities About Us The Chessington and Surbiton Hub is a part of Adult Social Care within the Royal Borough of Kingston (RBK). We are one of three locality teams who support adults with physical health needs. We are a friendly team of Social Workers and Support Co-ordinators that provides interventions for people with long-term care needs from the age of 18 and above. The primary client base is older adults and people with physical disabilities. The role offers an excellent opportunity to promote positive outcomes for individuals that we work with. This also involves being proactive in preventing harm from occurring to adults at risk. Our involvement is proactive and empowering, focusing on liaising with individuals and their carers soon after their initial referral in order to assess their needs and create effective outcome-focused support plans. We work closely with the Reablement service in order to maximise people's independence, choice and quality of life. In order to promote a flexible, seamless service and offer continuity for individuals where required, we are able to provide targeted ongoing support. As such, our Social Workers have a varied caseload and are able to utilise the support of other specialist practitioners across other parts of the service. Our Offer To You 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. In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation. 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>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension 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 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. 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. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. Additional Information We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. 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. We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living. 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. #LI-JT Job Profile <a class=\"file_application_msword\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3335/105858/1/0/da54d859a0b2d968cf9dc7c2ff814185f2aff7d8\"> Social Worker and O.T. 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We are seeking a passionate individual to become an integral part of our clinical team at our specialist service in Croydon.\nIn this creative, evolving, and impactful position—less standalone, mainly advisory, and with more staff-focused work than client-based—you will work within a 27-bed residential facility dedicated to individuals with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnoses. You will work closely with, and be clinically accountable to our Group Psychological Lead, whilst reporting into the Head of Service.\nAs a Practitioner Psychologist, your expertise will drive the delivery of evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents. You will play a crucial consulting role to support staff and managers, offering guidance and expertise to foster a psychologically informed and supportive environment. This includes advising on best practices, providing clinical supervision, and enhancing the overall capability of the staff team to deliver high-quality care. Your contributions will help shape the strategic direction of the service and ensure that staff are equipped to meet the complex needs of residents effectively.\nPenrose Croydon: Our Croydon facility offers a psychologically informed environment across four distinct sites, providing medium and low-support forensic mental health services to men and women. The job holder will work across different sites in the South London area, offering flexibility and the opportunity to engage with a variety of services and residents in need of support. \nShift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling based on service needs. There may be opportunities for remote work, depending on service requirements. \nSalary: £55,000 (Full Time Equivalent) \nJob Reference ID: 245404\nAdditional benefits include: \n<ul>\n<li>A CPD budget of £500 per annum</li>\n<li>NHS Blue Card eligible </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n</ul>\nWHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS PRACTITIONER PSYCHOLOGIST ROLE \nThis is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals with complex forensic mental health needs. As a Forensic Psychologist, you’ll thrive in a creative and evolving role that challenges and inspires you daily. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, where your expertise will be key to enhancing clinical outcomes and shaping the future direction of our services.\nEssential Qualifications and Registration:\n<ul>\n<li>Post-graduate doctoral level training in Applied Psychology (or equivalent) as accredited by the BPS (or equivalent awarding body)</li>\n<li>HCPC registration as an applied Psychologist (registration number must be provided in the application form)</li>\n</ul>\nWhat else we look for as part of our essential criteria:\n<ul>\n<li>Previous experience working as a qualified forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector</li>\n<li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li>\n<li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement</li>\n<li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li>\n<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>\n</ul>\nWHAT'S SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES YOU WILL HOLD AS A PRACTITIONER PSYCHOLOGIST?\n<ul>\n<li>Referral, assessment, and care planning MDT working</li>\n<li>Risk assessment, formulation, and management responsibilities ongoingly</li>\n<li>Clinical caseload where appropriate – 1:1 and group</li>\n<li>Reflective practice lead for staff on-site</li>\n<li>Cross working across a service that has 4 sites</li>\n<li>Central office collaborative working to assist with ongoing charity-wide psychological deliverables</li>\n<li>Possible consultation on risk and development areas for the charity led by Group Psychology Lead for SIG</li>\n<li>Research, audit, and evaluation components</li>\n<li>Possible supervision provision as the team expands</li>\n<li>Staff support in training ongoingly </li>\n</ul>\nWhat more do we offer?\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n<li>Regular all staff webinar - access to leadership team to ask any related questions </li>\n</ul>\nABOUT US\nSocial Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.\nSIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.\nWant to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a>\nFurther details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.\nAdditional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience ; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.\nAs an organisation, we’re proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.\nFor Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call us on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a>.\nPlease note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. \n<blockquote>\nUnfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£55,000 - £65,000 (Full time equivalent)","publishDate":"2024-12-13T16:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-31T16:17:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/afdf1e31-10e9-4b5a-ba1d-5b666a69b0f0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"79f82f66-c8dc-450c-bbfa-81938c8f0091","title":"Independent Chair of the City & Hackney Safeguarding Adults Board","employer":"City of London","department":"","location":"City of London","locationType":2,"description":"About us\nThe City and Hackney Safeguarding Adults Board is recruiting to the post of Independent Chair. We are an ambitious Board working collaboratively across the City of London and London Borough of Hackney to ensure that all adults are safeguarded from abuse and neglect in a way that supports them to make choices and have control about how they live.\nAlthough the role is being recruited through the City of London Corporation, the postholder will have reporting lines and governance to both the City of London and London Borough of Hackney, with day to day queries for the role managed by the London Borough of Hackney.\nThe role\nUnder the Care Act 2014, The City of London Corporation and the London Borough of Hackney has a duty to ensure a Safeguarding Adults Board (SAB) is in place. The selection of agencies and individual members’ needs to be guided by the need for the SAB to keep itself informed about its local community, and about any wider safeguarding issues and risks. The Independent Chair is responsible for delivering s.43 and schedule 2 of the Act which relates to how the SAB is managed and delivered.\nThe City and Hackney Safeguarding Adults Board (CHSAB) are looking to recruit an Independent Chair with suitable skills and experience for a critical role in promoting outstanding safeguarding adults practice in the City and Hackney. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure CHSAB effectively discharges all its functions in relevant guidance and statute, and fulfils its duties under the Care Act 2014 and objectives as set out in its safeguarding strategy.\nThe Board partners are keen to build on current strong foundations within the Partnership and appoint an Independent Chair to take forward the safeguarding agenda in an objective and dynamic way.\nThe Independent Chair has a key role to lead collaboratively, to give advice and support and also offer constructive challenge and hold partner agencies to account, ensuring that interfaces with other strategic functions are effective.\nThe Board is seeking a person with senior and exceptional leadership and Board and governance experience. Knowledge of Adult services and excellent communication skills are essential to effectively chair Board meetings and advise the strategic leads (Local Authority, Police and Health).\nThis role will be for a core requirement of 28 days per year.\nThe successful candidate will be appointed on a consultancy basis (outside of IR35).\nThis post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.\nAbout you\nTo be considered for this fantastic opportunity, the successful candidate must hold an Academic and/or professional qualification in Social Care, Health or legal discipline of sufficient standing. You will need substantial experience of the safeguarding agenda at a strategic and operational level and have the ability and credibility to command respect across all agencies.\nYou will have demonstrable experience in strategic leadership and senior management in large public or independent sector organisations to effect change for adult service users. Desirable for this experience to have been in an agency which includes safeguarding adults. You will have an understanding of the operational context of the full range of safeguarding work within frontline services across a partnership. Additionally you’ll need previous experience chairing complex meetings at a senior and strategic level in an efficient, professional and effective manner. You will be self-motivated and dynamic with a keen analytical eye and the ability to assess information in order to problem solve and make informed decisions on key issues. The ideal candidate will have the ability to cultivate and maintain excellent working relationships, across multi-agency and professional boundaries, and to challenge practice effectively in a way that leads to improvement.\nThe successful candidate will be asked to provide a full employment history as part of the pre-employment checks.\nClosing date: 12 noon on the 6th of January 2025\nInterviews will be held on: TBC.\nTo apply for this role, please click on the apply link above. \nFor any other queries regarding this role, please use the above email contact. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£600-£650 per day consultancy basis (outside of IR35); 28 days a year","publishDate":"2024-12-10T13:11:43.825Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bc158db7-b7e7-4402-9b5b-53b5d66f4b2b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"21a3d583-967c-4312-9896-a9c9d08fdb50","title":"Social Worker","employer":"Lambeth Council","department":"","location":"6 Brixton Hill","locationType":3,"description":"Lambeth Agency Workers- Click here to Apply Social Worker – Kings College Hospital x 2 ref: 2085 Hybrid Working Career graded PO2- PO3: £41,967 pa rising in annual increments to £48,063 pa inc LW. Part time is pro- rata 1 1 x Permanent and Full Time (35 hours per week, 3 days in the office and 2 working from home) 1 1 x Permanent and part time (21 hours per week, 3 consecutive days, 2 days in the office, 1 working from home) Welcome payment- £1000 Market Supplement- £1000 About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the Borough: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Role: · We are seeking three motivated qualified social workers to join the Lambeth Hospital social work team, based at Kings college Hospital (KCH) · This team supports Lambeth residents who are admitted to KCH, GSTT and hospitals out of the borough. · The primary feature of work undertaken by staff in the Hospital team is to deliver strength based preventative support, where required assess and establish supports and safeguard patients. · The team undertake reviews of existing packages of care and consideration of placements · Hospital social workers carry out a variety of responsibilities, including referring people to rabblement where they are identified as potentially benefitting from maximising their everyday living skills, ensuring safe and timely decisions are made to facilitate discharges. · The team work closely alongside our MDT colleagues and voluntary sector organisations. · The Hospital is a fast paced team with a committed and enthused workforce who strive to achieve positive outcomes for our residents. · You will work closely with other teams in the borough and engage wider agencies to support the person. · You’ll need to adapt to a demanding and changing environment and have a commitment to partnership and collaborative working. <ul>\n<li>· The team carry out assessments or reviews with adults over 18 years with a range of physical health disabilities and vulnerabilities, so experience with these client groups is essential – as well as having a robust understanding of the Safeguarding procedures. The team support hybrid working, the requirement is to be on site 3 days a week with the option to work 2 days at home.</li> </ul> We especially encourage applications from people from underrepresented groups and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vanessa Redley at vredley@lambeth.gov.uk Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59am on Sunday 12th January. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: · Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's. · Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service. · Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. · Hybrid Working. · Employee Assistance Programme. · Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service. · Discounts at local restaurants. · Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms. · Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships. · Cycle to Work Scheme. · Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. · Trade Union Membership. · Market Supplement in place after being in post for 12 months. · Welcome payment paid after passing the 6 months’ probation. How to Apply: If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.\n\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=4417b4dc702aafb8c5f63977fd55f261&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\">","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2024-12-09T15:40:06.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-08T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/30537d53-1024-4478-8121-7c729b5c3520.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0a73ce81-60e5-49de-88e8-bd2b0e2f68fd","title":"Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention","employer":"London Borough of Tower Hamlets","department":"","location":"Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON","locationType":3,"description":"Role: Children’s Social Worker - Assessment & InterventionDivision: Supporting Families Division Salary: Grade I-K - £44,430 - £55,710 plus travel allowance of £1,280 per annumContract: PermanentLocation: LBTH Town Hall, 106 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BJ About UsWe believe that the best place for children is to be raised within their own families, immediate or wider, wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. In Tower Hamlets we are committed to building relationships and strengthening families by working with people in a compassionate and understanding way. We are ambitious for Tower Hamlets children and families and endeavour for every child and young person to be healthy, safe and successful.Tower Hamlets is a progressive, ambitious and diverse place to work. We place children and families at the heart of everything that we do and are relentless in our pursuit of positive outcomes for all.Our Better Together Practice Framework is based on the ideas and concepts which underpin Restorative Practice and draws from other strength-based approaches, such as Systemic and Trauma Informed PracticeOur C-Change approach: Connect, Curious, Community, Co-Produce, Collaborate, Check, sets out “6 Cs ” for our work with children, young people their parents and carers, and each other.About the RoleWe are recruiting experienced social workers for our front door service Assessment and Intervention and Family Support and Protection Teams.If you are passionate about building relationships with children and families at their first contact with Children’s Social Care, focused on working towards positive outcomes for children and have at least 1 year of post-qualifying experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care team, we would love you to apply.Assessment and Intervention -You will work as part of a fast-past team responding to child protection needs and undertaking child and family assessments. Under the guidance of your team manager, your team will be on duty every 4/5 weeks.You will support children and families through the assessment process, up to co-producing step-down, Child in Need and Child Protection plans. Previous experience of Section 47 investigations and child and family assessments are desirable. About You<ul>\n<li>Have working knowledge of the framework within which social care operates, inclusive of legislation and national guidance and procedures specific to this post</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of statutory work with children, including children in need, child protection, children looked after and court work. Knowledge of different types of interventions in family support</li>\n<li>A nationally recognised or other social work England recognised social work qualification</li>\n<li>Have at least 1 year of post-qualifying experience in a statutory Children’s Social Care setting</li>\n</ul> Our BenefitsWe've been working hard to make Tower Hamlets a great place to practice social work. We will help you to develop excellent social work practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace. We are committed to developing excellent practitioners and making Tower Hamlets an employer of choice. We offer a competitive salary - £44,430 - £55,710 plus travel allowance of £1,280 per annum.We offer brand new state-of-the-art offices in the heart of the east end with great transport connections. We have fantastic transport links – Tower Hamlets town hall is directly opposite Whitechapel Station, putting all of London within easy reach of the town hall. Our employees are put on the Local Government Pension Scheme. This is a career average salary scheme, so your pension benefits are guaranteed and do not depend on how investments perform. We pay into the fund on your behalf. We have a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 working days, rising to 33 days with 5+ years' service, in addition to bank holidays and an additional 3 days at Christmas. We positively encourage flexible working and work life balance aimed at supporting individual employee requirements within the context of meeting service needs. We have a number of money-saving schemes, including a rent deposit scheme (which offers staff an interest free loan to help pay rent deposits) and season ticket loan scheme (interest-free loans to help staff when purchasing travel season tickets). You will also benefit from:<ul>\n<li>A manageable and diverse caseload and good quality reflective supervision</li>\n<li>\nCoaching and support from our well-established Learning Academy, and the opportunity to practice within our bespoke practice model Better Together, which encompasses restorative, systemic and trauma informed practice principles Core, elective, flexible and specialist learning pathways, as well as clear development pathways for every stage of your social work career</li>\n<li>\nOpportunities to develop your practice, with a clear framework for career development/leadership programme</li>\n<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working </li>\n</ul> How to ApplyWe have simplified our application process, please complete a short application on our online application system and upload your CV. Closing date: This role is closing for applications on the 1st January 2025Test Stage: If successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to partake in stage 1 and 2 of the interview process (a group challenge and written exercise) on 8th January 2025.Interview: If successful in test stage 1 and 2, you will then be invited for a panel interview on the 16th January 2025.Please keep these dates free For further information regarding the role, please contact:Assessment and Intervention - Habon Ibrahim-Osman at <a href=\"mailto:Habon.Ibrahim-Osman@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">Habon.Ibrahim-Osman@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> or Cindy Abbey at <a href=\"mailto:Cindy.Abbey@towerhamlets.gov.uk\">Cindy.Abbey@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a> Additional DetailsTower Hamlets vision for our borough is that: people are aspirational, independent and have equal access to opportunities; we are a borough that our residents are proud of and love to live in; and we are a dynamic, outcomes-based council using digital innovation and partnership working to respond to the changing needs of our borough. We want people who aspire to our TOWER values: Together; Open; Willing; Excellent; Respect.Tower Hamlets has a zero-tolerance approach to, and works to eradicate, all forms of discrimination on the basis of race, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, status as a civil partner, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy and maternity and looks to employ a diverse workforce representative of those groups. We recognise that people can also be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview. Care experience has also been adopted by the Council as an additional protected characteristic.We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).Tower Hamlets Councils are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,430 - £55,710","publishDate":"2024-12-03T18:02:47.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-01T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/57de3949-d150-4074-bf7a-e5c58d31e6f4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9ed69ab3-dfd7-4625-a00a-d249d810a469","title":"Customer Service Assistant","employer":"United Colleges Group","department":"","location":"Willesden Green","locationType":3,"description":"Role: Customer Service Assistant\nLocation: Willesden Green/Wembley Park, Operational reasons may require you to work at alternative sites to meet the exigencies of the business\nResponsible to: Learner Services Manager\nSalary: £16,995 - £18,226 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance)\nRole Type: Part - Time (21hrs), Fixed Term\n \nAbout UCG\nUnited Colleges Group (UCG) is based at the heart of the education sector in London. With a combined turnover of c£50m, the Group has both the ambition and strength to create a lasting difference in the local communities it serves, and beyond. United Colleges Group, formed in 2017, has continued to provide strong education and skills support to the c16,000 learners who we serve every year. We have around 1,000 dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff who always put the needs of our students first and we are now looking for a Customer Service Assistant to join our cohort of dedicated staff.\nAbout the role \nThe Customer Service Assistant is a hands-on role supporting UCG’s front line Learner Services Team for the College ensuring the highest levels of customer support and information to the public, our potential students and customers, our partners and staff. The Customer Service Assistant will be expected to provide switchboard services for the college and support pre-enrolment advice and information to ensure a smooth applications and enquiries process for current and prospective students.\nThe successful applicant will provide administrative support for the Reception and Course Information Centre and to the Events and Lettings of the College.\nAs part of the Learner Services team, you will maintain excellent levels of presentation in Reception and manage front-line communications for visitors to the college, positively influencing the public’s perception of the College and their choice to engage, partner and study with us.\nThe Customer Service Assistant will;\n<ul>\n<li>Have an NVQ Level 2 in Information Advice and Guidance (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards</li>\n<li>Have relevant experience providing administrative and customer service support in a busy working environment</li>\n<li>Have a sound knowledge of operating a switchboard</li>\n<li>Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>\n<li>Have effective communication skills- both written and verbal</li>\n<li>Be able to work proactively and use initiative without supervision while also working as part of a team</li>\n</ul>\nIn return, the Group offers generous annual leave, a defined-benefit pension scheme, an interest-free season ticket loan, cycle scheme, free sight tests, enhanced maternity and paternity leave schemes and many other benefits.\nHow to Apply\nIf you’re ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting the “Work with Us” section on our website: http://www.ucg.ac.uk.\nThe College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. 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They support patients who are ready for discharge into the community from the South London and Maudsley NHS Trust. \nYou will play a crucial role in supporting individuals to achieve recovery, reablement, and rehabilitation within a trauma-informed and psychologically informed environment (PIE). Working closely with residents/participants, you will create personalised support plans, offer practical assistance, and deliver tailored interventions to help them achieve their goals.\nYour efforts will focus on empowering residents/participants to reach their desired outcomes, ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources for positive progress. You will also take an active role in developing, participating in, and encouraging residents/participants to engage in activities, projects, and events. \nShift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis in service, which can include Early Shifts (08:00 - 16:00), Mid Shifts (09:30 - 17:30), Late Shifts (13:30 - 21:30), Long Days (08:00 - 21:30) and Waking Night shift (21:00 - 08:30) \nWhat we are looking for:\n<ul>\n<li>IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience is required</li>\n<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, ideally supporting those with Mental Health and Substance Misuse</li>\n<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>\n<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>\n<li>Able to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others</li>\n</ul>\nWhat we offer\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\nPlease refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.\nABOUT US\nSocial Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.\nSIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.\nWant to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a>\nFurther details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION\nPlease note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.\nAdditional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>. \nWe are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). 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Audit Officer - Supporting Families Division

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

£56,733 - £59,772

Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Brokerage Officer

Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

£37,068 - £40,755

Kingston (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Tenancy Sustainment Officer (Homeless & Ukrainian Resettlement Focus)

Spelthorne Borough Council

Salary £26,929 - £36,282 pa plus essential car user allowance

Council Offices - Knowle Green (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Public health development officer, train the trainer x2

Breast Cancer Now

£29,000 to £33,000 per annum (subject to location)

Scotland (covering Glasgow and Lanarkshire) , England (covering Leicester and Westminster) (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Senior Supervising Social Worker

Southwark Council

£48618 - £55710 per annum

Southwark (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Social Worker - Adults

Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

£40,755 - £45,510

Kingston (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Practitioner Psychologist

Social Interest Group

£55,000 - £65,000 (Full time equivalent)

48- 50 Friends Road (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Independent Chair of the City & Hackney Safeguarding Adults Board

City of London

£600-£650 per day consultancy basis (outside of IR35); 28 days a year

City of London (Hybrid)

Posted 11 days ago

Social Worker

Lambeth Council

£40,000 - £74,999

6 Brixton Hill (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

£44,430 - £55,710

Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON (On-Site)

Posted 18 days ago

Customer Service Assistant

United Colleges Group

£16,995 - £18,226 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance)

Willesden Green (On-Site)

Posted 23 days ago

Complex Needs Recovery Worker

Social Interest Group

£26,150

6 Lynette Avenue (On-Site)

Posted 25 days ago

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12 Social Care job vacancies in Kingston upon Thames

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Audit Officer - Supporting Families Division

Brokerage Officer

Tenancy Sustainment Officer (Homeless & Ukrainian Resettlement Focus)

Public health development officer, train the trainer x2

Senior Supervising Social Worker

Social Worker - Adults

Practitioner Psychologist

Independent Chair of the City & Hackney Safeguarding Adults Board

Social Worker

Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention

Customer Service Assistant

Complex Needs Recovery Worker

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Social Care job vacancies in Kingston upon Thames