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The role is based at The Willows and supports the Gravesham area in North Kent.</p>\n<p>Do you want to work in an Outstanding Local Authority? Ofsted have recently awarded Kent with an Outstanding rating in recognition of the service we provide to our children.</p>\n<p>We are now looking for experienced Social Worker who can lend their skills and experience to help us build on our successes. We have a vacancy within North Kent Children Care Service for a Senior Practitioner. The successful candidate will be welcomed into one of our 5 Teams and will be based at The Willows in Swanley.  </p>\n<p><strong>About the area</strong></p>\n<p>The Children in Care Service cover the whole of North Kent, supporting the areas of Dartford, Gravesham and Swale and is a mix of urban and rural communities. Therefore, you will be required to work across the operational area of North Kent.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>Kent embraces blended working, with scope for a combination of working from home and office. You will be working with a supportive established management team, with good quality supervision, and have excellent opportunities for professional development to manage a varied and complex caseload working with children in care. </p>\n<p>You’ll develop areas of specialist practice and bring your professional expertise to a range of cases including of complex cases.</p>\n<p>As a role model for good practice and champion for your area of expertise, you’ll set performance expectations, striking a balance between support and oversight. As well as coaching and mentoring less experienced staff, you’ll have the opportunity to act as a Practice Assessor for ASYE and student social workers.</p>\n<p>You’ll share your knowledge and experience with the team in a number of ways, including, joint visits, court attendance, case audits and reviews, you will have opportunities to contribute to working groups and multi-agency forums to support the development of new initiatives.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>Professionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you’ll have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families. This should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks. We’re also looking for the willingness to develop as a practitioner.</p>\n<p>Being a team player is essential in any social work team, and you’ll act as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, contributing to training initiatives. The ability to build relationships with colleagues as well as statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies, will be key. </p>\n<p><strong>Rewards</strong></p>\n<p>In return, we offer an attractive benefits package, a competitive salary and a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.</p>\n<p>We are also committed to ensuring you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.</p>\n<p><strong>Transport</strong></p>\n<p>The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.</p>\n<p>This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. 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Join us in transforming our service!</span></p><p><strong>Recruitment timetable</strong></p><p><span><strong>In return for your hard work, we offer:</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Up to £40,344 per annum (subject to experience)</span></li>\n<li>Opportunities to develop and implement innovative practices.</li>\n<li>Professional development and training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Career progression prospects.</li>\n<li>The chance to work with a supportive and collaborative team.</li>\n<li>The ability to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.</li>\n</ul><p><span>For more information on our benefits, see the link here - <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a></span></p><p><span><strong>Want to know more? </strong></span><span>Please review the job description below or contact Rebecca Davies, Head of Service for SEND via email at for an informal chat about your suitability for the position.</span></p><p><span><strong>Recruitment timetable:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span>Advert closing date: 11:59pm on 22nd May</span></li></ul><p><span>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. 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You will support them towards achieving their personal goals including independent living. You will be based across various homes, hospitals, wards, and supported living accommodations based around Lewisham.</p>\n<p>You will provide pathways, support, and appropriate interventions that will enable successful resettlements, and deliver to achieve more safer, integrated communities for our stakeholders. The areas of support will include: Prevention, Transition, Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Support, and Social Inclusion. </p>\n<p>This role will work alongside South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM) who provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK. They also provide substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol with 4,600 staff serving a local population of 1.3 million people.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support a caseload of participants, contribute to the development of support plans, risk assessments and reviews.</li>\n<li>Positively promote the pathways available towards independent living within the community. Ensure participants understand what tools and resources are available to them to regain independence.</li>\n<li>Participate in, and encourage R&Ps to participate in the running and development of projects, initiatives, training and volunteering.</li>\n<li>Recognise signs of deteriorating mental health and initiate appropriate interventions to prevent a crisis.</li>\n<li>You may need to attend external appointments when required.</li>\n<li>Admin duties will vary, this includes maintaining confidential records in a timely manner using </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who has a true passion to support those who face challenges with their mental health, substance use, and who have various complex needs. You will be able build rapport and trusting relations with others in a professional setting including with people who don't necessarily want to engage, you will be able to motivate them to build positive outcomes. You will be adaptable and flexible in your approach, and understand that each individual has different level and types of support needs, you will be able to flex your approach to suit the needs of different people. You will have an understanding and ability to help others overcome their personal barriers, and will be motivated to want to make a difference to people's lives. This is a fulfilling role, and is the perfect fit for someone who has a real passion in supporting others.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will have previous experience working with people with multiple and complex needs, substance use, and dual diagnosis</li>\n<li>You will be proactive in your approach, able to use your own initiative to resolve challenges</li>\n<li>You will have resilience and a creative approach to overcome barriers</li>\n<li>You will be able to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>\n<li>You will be able to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers</li>\n<li>You will need some level of IT ability as we record records using our online CRM systems and use Microsoft programs daily</li>\n<li>You will have previous experience in creating co-produced support plans, key working, and care plans</li>\n<li>You will understand the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are looking for a team player, driven to provide high quality care and support to others, an effective communicator who is able to build rapport with others from various backgrounds. </p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>This role is eligible to receive a Monthly travel card reimbursed ( zone 1-3)</li>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) 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<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are 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. 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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG 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.</p>\n<p>Want 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> Further 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>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please 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.</p>\n<p>Please 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 below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional 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>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,000","publishDate":"2025-04-24T08:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T08:43:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/30d9f337-79d5-4711-b24e-2a851d1f62a3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e1979d45-2dba-40b2-bf46-ac076841ea04","title":"Intern Adult Social Care (8 WK FTC)","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Tooley Street","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span><strong>Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? </strong></span></p><p><span><strong>Southwark Council's Adult Social Care Department is offering an exciting internship opportunity for an 8 week placement set to start early in July 2025.</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>About the Role:</strong></span></p><p><span>Adult Social Care covers a wide range of services, including Mental Health, Substance Misuse, All Age Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Short Breaks, Older People, and Physical Disabilities. 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This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. </span><br><br><span>We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></p><p><span><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></span></p><p><span>As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. 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The successful postholder will become the strategic lead on domestic abuse for both councils and will enable both Councils to fulfil their duties under the new Domestic Abuse Act 2021.</p>\n<p>The role will include reviewing the relevant domestic abuse policies and procedures, attending meetings (such as the Local Partnership Board), liaising with commissioned services, and working to develop specialist services.</p>\n<p>You’ll be based with the Community Safety teams but will need liaise with other internal departments, as well as external domestic abuse organisations and other relevant agencies.</p>\n<p>You will be highly be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and possess excellent communication skills.</p>\n<p>You will be required to work at Kings Hill (West Malling) and Tunbridge Wells, there will also be an opportunity for some home working.</p>\n<p><strong>For an informal discussion about this role please contact Alison Finch, Safer & Stronger Communities Manager on 01732 876247 (direct candidates only please, strictly no agencies)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews to take place W/C 2nd June 2025. </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£32,205 - £41,067","publishDate":"2025-04-23T14:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e61f7f76-4ab3-4188-a321-b8a8e4fcedb0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5cf0cd43-cf48-4c5c-8bac-d0d99d8b49c0","title":"Corporate Services Manager / Company Secretary","employer":"Ekaya Housing Association","department":"","location":"Southwark","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Are you looking for a new challenge? </strong></p>\n<p>Ekaya is seeking to recruit permanently to the Corporate Services Manager / Company Secretary role. 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You will lead our HR services, manage our office facilities, support our board governance work as well as comms.</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone to support the Director of Finance & Resources and Deputy CEO, the</p>\n<p>Board and the Senior Management Team to deliver effective governance, HR and Corporate</p>\n<p>Services, embed a risk culture and ensure compliance as well as strengthen the Association’s internal control functions.</p>\n<p>To be successful in the role you will need:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>CIPD qualification or working towards same with a commitment to CPD</li>\n<li>Education to degree level or equivalent through relevant training and experience</li>\n<li>Relevant Health & Safety qualification  </li>\n<li>Experience of providing Human Resources support to management and employees, including organisational change, terms and conditions, policies and procedures              </li>\n<li>A sound grasp of corporate governance issues and secretarial practice  </li>\n<li>Good understanding of regulatory environment and legal requirements of the social housing sector</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders</li>\n<li>Experience of preparing and presenting reports to Senior Management and Board</li>\n<li>Proficient in Board report writing and minute taking</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will be joining the team at an exciting time of growth and will be responsible for delivering an excellent responsive customer orientated service to Ekaya residents, tenants, other service users and stakeholders.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>We offer an excellent package, to include:</li>\n<li>Competitive salary £52,670 per annum</li>\n<li>7% employer pension contribution</li>\n<li>4 x life insurance</li>\n<li>Hybrid working</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>25 days holiday plus public holidays, rising to 30 days after five years continuous service Health benefits</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>For details on how to apply, please hit the apply button above.</h4>\n<p>Closing date: 5 pm on <strong>Monday 5<sup>th</sup> May 2025.</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews and testing will take place on <strong>Thursday 15<sup>th</sup> May 2025.</strong></p>\n<p>For any queries or an informal discussion about the role, please contact recruitment@ekaya.co.uk<strong> </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52,670 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-23T11:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a287dcbd-c610-43fd-bef7-e031c7a251c0.jpeg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f589e074-85d5-45fd-9669-f8b2daad9058","title":"Homeownership Litigation Officer","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark, London","locationType":2,"description":"<h2>The role</h2>\n<p>Are you ready to take the lead in driving exceptional service and financial performance within a thriving London borough? 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These roles offer the opportunity to support the community residents and make a real impact in one of London’s most vibrant areas.<br><br>Your role is not just important; it's transformative to our borough with many new developments taking place along the river Thames, residential estates at Elephant and Castle, at the former Surrey Docks at Canada Water, and through to Peckham and Camberwell.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A chance to shape homeownership litigation strategy in a high-impact role</li>\n<li>Managing a portfolio of complex County Court and Legal Tribunal cases related to homeownership disputes.</li>\n<li>Providing expert guidance on legal enforcement and income recovery strategies</li>\n<li>Representing Southwark Council in First-Tier Tribunal (FTT), Upper Tribunal, and County Court proceedings</li>\n<li>Advising internal teams and key stakeholders on service charge legislation and case law</li>\n<li>Preparing all necessary case documentation and ensuring witnesses are fully briefed</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How will you make an impact?<br><br></strong>We need dynamic and experienced Homeownership Litigation Officers who are passionate about public service and driven to make a difference who will bring a blend of the following:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proven experience in litigation, leasehold management, or income recovery</li>\n<li>Expertise in service charge legislation and relevant case law</li>\n<li>Experience in preparing cases for Tribunal and County Court hearings</li>\n<li>Confident in providing high-level legal advice and driving successful case outcomes</li>\n<li>A proactive approach with a passion for justice and financial accountability</li>\n<li>Play a pivotal role in shaping services that directly affect residents’ lives.</li>\n<li>Strong legal mind with a focus on delivering results within tight deadlines.</li>\n<li>This role offers flexible home working blended with travel into our London Bridge HQ.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Additional salary details</h2>\n<p><strong>About Southwark Council</strong></p>\n<p>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.</p>\n<p>At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities.<br><br>Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice, and inequality) underpins all that we do.<br><br><strong>Benefits and more information.</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a></p>\n<p>Salary Range: <strong>Salary: £44,430 - £51,663</strong></p>\n<h2>Recruitment timetable</h2>\n<p>Application Closing Date: <strong>11:59 PM on the 26<sup>th</sup> of May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>Interview Dates: <strong>W/C 2nd of June 2025</strong></p>\n<p>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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</p>\n<p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong></p>\n<p>As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. 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You’ll be confident in responding to deadlines with excellent communication skills to ensure the smooth running of the service. Your Planning knowledge will guide and support the team with complex queries and aid their development.</p>\n<p>So, if you can rise to the challenge to lead a creative and very busy Planning Support team, then we would love to hear from you!</p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. 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Rotas will typically be 2 nights on, 2 nights off, 3 nights on, then 2 nights off. Bank holiday working permitted if rota falls on this day. You may also be required to work flexibly in the week to attend day meetings and training sessions.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Recovery Worker to join our team which aims to deliver support to male residents aged between 18 and 65. You will be at the heart of providing person centred support in a residential setting to our residents who have mental health issues, often alongside drug and alcohol dependencies. You will provide tailored support to help our residents to improve their quality of life, and achieve their personal goals through providing flexible support. The service offers our residents two years supported living with 24 hour medium to high levels of support to help residents maintain stability in the community and reduce hospital admissions. </p>\n<p>You will work directly with our residents to support them to overcome their personal barriers and challenges to achieve positive outcomes. You will do this through one to one support sessions, group sessions and activities, and general support with their daily living.</p>\n<p>The role further includes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supporting residents with taking their correct medication</li>\n<li>Carrying out various welfare checks on residents during the night</li>\n<li>Health and safety tasks, including reporting repairs and maintenance</li>\n<li>Keeping support plans up to date using our online portal</li>\n<li>Plan and deliver various activities within the service to gain a sense of community and belonging which could include movie nights, cooking nights, and game nights. 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You will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working within a residential setting</li>\n<li>Experience working with people with multiple and complex needs, ideally in mental health</li>\n<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>\n<li>Ability  to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers</li>\n<li>IT ability to use our online CRM systems and Microsoft programs daily</li>\n<li>Previous experience in creating co-produced support plans, key working, and care plans</li>\n<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>\n<li>A qualification in NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is extremely desirable </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) 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<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are 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. 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. </p>\n<p>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. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG 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.</p>\n<p>Want 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> Further 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>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please 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.</p>\n<p>Please 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 below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. 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We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For 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 our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. 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Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment that values innovation and embraces the latest technology?</span></p><p><span><strong>If yes, we are the perfect place for you!</strong></span></p><p><span>Our Adults Social Work Services have diverse, amazing teams that are passionate and dedicated about making a difference in people's everyday lives. They work with adults with physical disability, older persons, adults with dementia and carers.</span></p><p><span>We have <strong>dynamic teams</strong> that are skilled professionals, all committed to making a meaningful difference to people's lives. You will have the opportunity to work flexibly and to collaborate with colleagues from different professional backgrounds who bring diverse expertise and a shared passion for helping people.</span></p><p><span>Our teams have a proven track record of investing in the professional growth of our colleagues. From specialised training to hands on experience, you will have access to a range of learning opportunities designed to help you excel. Thrive in a supportive environment that values your <strong>career progression and personal wellbeing</strong>.</span></p><p><span>The services are at the forefront of embracing the <strong>latest technology</strong> to improve our services. We embrace new and creative approaches to working in Social Care, ensuring our services are both impactful and forward thinking.</span></p><p><span>With strong practice support from our <strong>Principal Social Worker </strong>and<strong> Principal Occupational Therapist</strong> and the opportunity to gain a variety of different experiences, we are an organisation that is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities.</span></p><p><span><strong>The role:</strong></span></p><p><span>The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a multi-disciplinary setting, with a focus on strengths based practice and promoting independence and recovery.</span></p><p><span>The main duties of the role include goal setting, completing Care Act assessments and devising care and support plans, completing reviews, completing Mental Capacity Assessments, chairing Best Interests meetings, crisis intervention, signposting, providing advice and information and working with people with complex social needs.</span></p><p><span>There is also a Safeguarding function within the service, which includes completing initial fact finding and assessing and minimising risk.</span></p><p><strong>Recruitment timetable</strong></p><p><span>Advert Close: 7th May</span></p><p><span>Shortlisting Date: 12th May</span></p><p><span>Interview Date: 19th May</span></p><p><span><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></span></p><p><span>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:</span></p><p><span>* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans<br>* Are currently in care, or have previously been in care<br>* If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</span></p><p> </p><p><span><em><span>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 </span></em><a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\"><em><strong><span>Southwark Stands Together programme</span></strong></em></a><em><span>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></em></span></p><p><strong>Additional details</strong></p><p><span>Our Intermediate Care Service (ICS) is seeking Social Workers to work across both integrated teams, Community Urgent Response and Reablement . The role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment, collaborating closely with health professionals. We place a strong emphasis on strengths-based practice, crisis management, independence, and recovery, ensuring that each individual receives a comprehensive support tailored to their needs. </span></p><p><span>The role encompasses a diverse range of tasks, including:</span></p><p><span>- Providing advice and information to service users and their families </span></p><p><span>-Goal-setting for reablement and rehabilitation </span></p><p><span>-Conducting Care Act assessments and person-centred care and support plans</span></p><p><span>-Facilitating urgent reviews and Mental Capacity Assessments + Best Interests meetings </span></p><p><span>-Delivering crisis intervention and timely signposting to necessary community resources </span></p><p><span>-Working closely with individuals with varied health and social care needs, including informal carers</span></p><p><span>Within our service, safeguarding is paramount. The role also includes conducting initial fact-finding, risk assessment, and mitigation to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals.</span></p><p><span>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</span></p><p><span><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></span></p><p><span>In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\"><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></a> page.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44430 - £51663 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-16T09:28:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T09:28:39.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0364635f-f410-46c7-bc77-3a3a5339f324.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"250e39e8-6057-4c71-88be-6c758971bbae","title":"AMHP Team Manager","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><span><strong>Lead, Innovate, and Make a Difference in Mental Health Services</strong></span></p><p><span>This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to take on a leadership role within Southwark Council's dedicated daytime AMHP service. As Team Manager, you will provide strategic oversight, expert guidance, and operational management to ensure the delivery of high-quality interventions for individuals in mental health crisis.</span></p><p><span>You will lead a small, committed team comprising an Advanced Practitioner, two full-time AMHPs, and a Business Support Officer. Additionally, you will supervise and support other AMHPs within the service, ensuring best practice and legal compliance. Your role will be pivotal in shaping service delivery, developing guidance, and maintaining strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including the local Mental Health Trust and Police.</span></p><p><span>With a focus on operational efficiency, you will manage data reporting, quality assurance, and service development. Your leadership will ensure that Mental Health Act requests are handled effectively, alternatives to compulsory admission are thoroughly explored, and the AMHP service remains responsive, legally robust, and person-centred.</span></p><p><span><strong>About You</strong></span></p><p><span>We are seeking an accomplished AMHP with substantial experience in mental health services, a strong knowledge of relevant legislation, and a passion for leadership. You will be a registered Social Worker (Social Work England) or equivalent professional, with current AMHP approval.</span></p><p><span>Key skills and attributes include:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Proven experience managing and supervising a professional team.</span></li>\n<li><span>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.</span></li>\n<li><span>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in report writing and data analysis.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</span></li>\n<li><span>A commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span>You will play a crucial role in service improvement, workforce development, and the implementation of best practices within the AMHP service.</span></p><p><strong>Recruitment timetable</strong></p><p><span>Advert close: 02/05/2025</span></p><p><span>Shortlisting date: 12/05/2025</span></p><p><span>Interview date: 20/05/2025</span></p><p><span><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></span></p><p><span>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:</span></p><p><span>* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans<br>* Are currently in care, or have previously been in care<br>* If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</span></p><p> </p><p><span><em><span>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 </span></em><a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\"><em><strong><span>Southwark Stands Together programme</span></strong></em></a><em><span>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></em></span></p><p><span><strong>About the Service</strong></span></p><p><span>Southwark Council's AMHP service plays a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing mental health crises. Operating within Adult Social Care, the team provides interventions and legal guidance to ensure that individuals receive appropriate support in the least restrictive manner possible.</span></p><p><span>As AMHP Team Manager, you will lead a service that upholds the highest professional standards, working in collaboration with mental health services, other professional organisations and community support networks.</span></p><p><span>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Ann Witham or Salil Meech Mazumdar on <strong>0207 525 2751</strong>. Or contact us on , </span></p><p><span>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</span></p><p><span><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></span></p><p><span>In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\"><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></a> page.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52674 - £59772 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-16T09:26:48.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T09:26:48.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7d8f3ff0-091c-4122-b3a4-ff48f1da4f35.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"754d922e-b566-4ac4-8307-e3523ede0fd8","title":"Case Manager - Youth Justice","employer":"London Borough of Tower Hamlets","department":"","location":"Town Hall, 160 Whitechapel Road, LONDON","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p><p>An opportunity has arisen to join Tower Hamlets and the City of London Youth Justice Service as a Youth Justice Case Manager on a permanent contract.</p><p>The relationships built with children and their families are pivotal to all aspects of youth justice practice. We are seeking Case Managers who have excellent skills in engaging and developing positive trusting relationships with children and their families from diverse backgrounds.</p><p>As a Case Manager, you will be allocated children aged 10-17 years old who have received both community and custodial sentences from the Court. You will undertake high quality assessments and devise individualised intervention plans tailored to children’s needs which have a positive impact upon children’s desistance from offending, safety and protection of the public. You will have an unwavering commitment to delivering the best outcomes for Tower Hamlets and the City of London children.</p><p>The Youth Justice Service is committed to ‘Child First’ principles and approach for which collaboration with children, families and multi-agency partners is at the heart of everything we do. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of approaches including trauma informed, restorative justice and relational approaches. The Youth Justice Service is a multi-disciplinary team consisting of partners including speech and language therapists, substance misuse practitioner, police, child & adolescent mental health clinician, education officer and therapeutic practitioners.</p><p>For more information, please contact Tyrelle Ritchie on tyrelle.ritchie@towerhamlets.gov.uk. </p><p>Closing date: 11<sup>th</sup> May 2025</p><p>Interviews are scheduled to take place in June 2025</p><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><p>Tower 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.</p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p>We welcome applicants interested in flexible working arrangements and also applicants who live in the borough.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,618 - £51,663","publishDate":"2025-04-15T15:38:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0c6ee0fd-13d4-467b-90fd-acc1bba14e59.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c88c7d51-0d85-4bf9-8b31-5efbfca2a339","title":"Deputy Team Manager - Transfer of Care Weekend Team","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><span>Lead with Purpose: Become a Weekend Deputy Team Manager in Southwark's Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit!</span></p><p><span>Are you ready to take on a leadership role that makes a real difference, even outside the usual 9-to-5? Southwark Council is seeking an energetic and passionate Deputy Team Manager to oversee our Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit during critical weekend periods. This unique role, with a 36-hour workweek spanning Tuesday to Saturday, offers the perfect opportunity to lead a dedicated team while ensuring that patient care and safe discharges continue smoothly through the weekend.</span></p><p><span><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p><p><span>In this pivotal role, you'll lead and inspire your team of social workers and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care every day, especially during the busy weekend periods:</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Operational Leadership</strong>: Oversee the day-to-day operations from Friday to Tuesday, ensuring social workers efficiently triage referrals, allocate cases, and authorise assessments, keeping the flow of care moving smoothly.</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Guidance and Support</strong>: Provide expert guidance on complex discharges, safeguarding issues, and mental capacity assessments, ensuring your team is well-supported and empowered to make informed decisions.</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Collaborative Networking</strong>: Serve as the lead manager for weekend hospital discharges at Kings and St Thomas Hospital, ensuring that care plans are maintained, and discharges are handled effectively. You'll also be the key link for managing step-down flats in extra care schemes, ensuring that referrals are triaged and residents are placed appropriately.</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Team Development</strong>: Mentor and supervise social workers and assistant practitioners, fostering an environment of continuous learning and reflective practice, ensuring that your team can operate autonomously and confidently.</span></p><p><span><strong>About You</strong></span></p><p><span>We are looking for a dynamic, experienced leader with a strong commitment to social care excellence. The ideal candidate will bring:</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Deep Knowledge</strong>: A solid understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Continuing Healthcare processes, with a track record of applying these frameworks in practice.</span></p><p><span>- <strong>Proven Experience</strong>: Experience in leading MDT and safeguarding meetings, providing reflective supervision, and supporting the professional development of others. Experience as a Practice Educator or within ASYE is desirable but not essential-what matters most is your commitment to growth and development.</span></p><p><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></p><p><span>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:</span></p><p><span>* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans<br>* Are currently in care, or have previously been in care<br>* If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</span></p><p> </p><p><em><span>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 </span></em><a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\"><em><strong><span>Southwark Stands Together programme</span></strong></em></a><em><span>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></em></p><p><span><strong>- Leadership Skills: </strong>The ability to lead with confidence, think creatively under pressure, and make decisive, informed decisions that ensure the best outcomes for residents.</span></p><p><span><strong>About the Service</strong></span></p><p><span>The Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit is at the heart of Southwark's commitment to providing seamless and effective care transitions from hospital to home or other care settings. Our team is dedicated to managing the complexities of hospital discharges, safeguarding concerns, and care planning with precision and compassion. As a leader during the weekend, you will ensure that services remain robust, responsive, and focused on the needs of our residents even during peak periods.</span></p><p><span><strong>Join Us</strong></span></p><p><span>If you're ready to step up and lead with purpose during critical weekend periods, this is the role for you. Join Southwark Council and make a real impact on the lives of our residents, while advancing your own career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Apply today and take the lead in shaping the future of care at Southwark.</span></p><p><span>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</span></p><p><span><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></span></p><p><span><strong>In addition to a generous salary, this post attracts time and a half payments for any weekend work completed. </strong></span></p><p><span>In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\"><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></a> page.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48618 - £55710 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-15T08:47:05.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-14T08:47:05.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3dd5c765-60e3-4894-b55e-b17a3024e6f7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"990eb859-868f-48f7-af45-eaaf08daf095","title":"Unit Manager - Adults Residential Homes","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The role</strong></p><p><span>Are you ready to have greater autonomy and responsibility with the opportunity to Lead our hardworking, dedicated and supportive team?</span></p><p><span>Would you like the opportunity to excel in your career and leave a lasting impact within a local authority known for its ambition and commitment to transforming lives?</span></p><p><span>If yes, we have the perfect role for you!</span></p><p><span>Our Orient Street Adult Residential Short Break service is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager who can work with high levels of autonomy, to join our team, lead and drive forward change, and make a meaningful difference today!</span></p><p><span><strong>About the Role:</strong></span></p><p><span>We are looking for a Registered Manager who has the ambition and skills to develop our service model. You will be given the autonomy and responsibility to shape and guide a service to deliver new models of support to the people of Southwark, providing regular respite, urgent respite as well as goal orientated enablement stays. You will be a subject matter expert on regulatory matters related to CQC and confident operating autonomously, reporting regularly to senior managers. Someone who can support and encourage the development of skills, growth and fulfilment for the adults staying at Orient Street and support the service from good to outstanding.</span></p><p><span>In this role, you will inspire and guide your team, helping them reach their full potential. You will be an integral part of Southwark's learning disability service and will work closely with the social care and health teams. You will have the autonomy to develop and build the service, working closely with those who use the service and family carers, you will be making a real difference for adults with learning disabilities and autism.</span></p><p><span>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager who has experience of policy writing and quality assurance, or a Deputy Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career and lead the continued development of our service.</span></p><p><span><strong>About You:</strong></span></p><p><span>This role is ideal for someone who is passionate and understands the needs of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and those who display behaviours of concern. To succeed in this role, you will need to:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Hold or be willing to work towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Social Care.</span></li>\n<li><span>Possess knowledge and understanding of the needs of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and individuals with behaviours of concern.</span></li>\n<li><span>Have experience with budget management, analysis and monitoring.</span></li>\n<li><span>Lead by example, supporting staff to reach their full potential.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></span></p><p><span>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:</span></p><p><span>* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans<br>* Are currently in care, or have previously been in care<br>* If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</span></p><p> </p><p><span><em><span>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 </span></em><a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\"><em><strong><span>Southwark Stands Together programme</span></strong></em></a><em><span>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></em></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Understand the importance of communication, build relationships and engage with families and service users.</span></li>\n<li><span>Knowledge and working understanding of the CQC regulations and quality standards.</span></li>\n</ul><p> </p><p><span><strong>About Us:</strong></span></p><p><span>Orient Street is a CQC registered residential respite service (rated Good) that supports adults with learning disabilities and autism, addressing a wide range of diverse and complex needs.</span></p><p><span><strong>To be considered for an interview, your CV and supporting statement should clearly demonstrate:</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>An enhanced DBS check and clearance.</span></li>\n<li><span>A thorough knowledge of CQC regulations, the Care Act 2014, and the governance of CQC registered care homes.</span></li>\n<li><span>A proven track record with CQC inspections.</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience working with adults with learning disabilities in a residential environment, including providing personal care.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span>For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.</span></p><p><span><strong>Contact Information:</strong></span></p><p><span>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kerry Rabey Head of Service at </span></p><p><span>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</span></p><p><span><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></span></p><p><span>In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\"><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></a> page.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52674 - £59772 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-15T02:14:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-14T02:14:39.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3d9d86dc-2f90-418d-ad19-135c05a42dac.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dada65f3-1f42-4c71-a151-6f5f8d3c797c","title":"Apprentice (Organisational Development)","employer":"Southwark Council","department":"","location":"Southwark, London","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>The role</h2>\n<p>Are you ready to learn and shape the future of how an entire council connects, communicates, and celebrates its people? Step into the beating heart of Southwark Council as our Organisational Development Apprentice and kickstart a career that’s inspiring, people-focused and full of purpose.<br><em><br></em>Southwark is a borough that thrives on diversity, collaboration and ambition. With over 120 languages spoken and a young, multi-cultural population, we are committed to delivering a fairer future for all. This is your chance to contribute to a team with a powerful mission: making everyone love working at Southwark. If you’re excited by meaningful and impactful work, a supportive environment and learning from the best—this is the role for you.</p>\n<p><strong>What is great about the role?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Hands-on with real impact</strong>: From crafting staff surveys to helping deliver show-stopping all-staff events, your work will genuinely shape and improve employee experience.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Front-row seat to leadership</strong>: You’ll get exclusive access to attend and support senior meetings, including our Leadership Network, to develop your strategic mindset.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Thrive in a supportive hub</strong>: With a dedicated freshers network, another apprentice already in the team, and a culture that nurtures early careers, you’ll be supported along your career journey.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>As an OD Apprentice, you will:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support the delivery of exciting projects aligned with the OD team’s objectives.</li>\n<li>Help to plan and run corporate engagement events, including our much-loved staff awards.</li>\n<li>Draft internal comms, including the HR service newsletter and help create staff surveys.</li>\n<li>Be a friendly and proactive point of contact for OD-related enquiries.</li>\n<li>Provide admin and project support to OD managers across a variety of initiatives.</li>\n<li>Collaborate and engage with stakeholders and staff from all corners of the council.</li>\n<li>Join learning networks and taking part in career development opportunities.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passion for people, communication and engaging with staff across a large organisation.</li>\n<li>A natural organiser with attention to detail and a willingness to learn.</li>\n<li>Interest in the public sector and a genuine desire to make a difference.</li>\n<li>Team player who’s approachable, curious, and ready to get stuck in.</li>\n<li>Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ or 2 A-Level passes.</li>\n<li>This role offers flexible home working blended with travel into our London Bridge HQ.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>Additional salary details</h2>\n<p><strong>About Southwark Council</strong></p>\n<p>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.<br><br>At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals, and attend our universities.<br><br>Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice, and inequality) underpins all that we do.<br><br><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark<br><br></a>Salary Range: <strong>£29,703<br></strong></p>\n<h2>Recruitment timetable</h2>\n<p>Application Closing Date: <strong>11.59pm on the 30th of April 2025</strong></p>\n<p>Interview Date: <strong>The</strong> <strong>13<sup>th</sup> of May 2025<br><br></strong>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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</p>\n<p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong></p>\n<p>As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. 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Even though this is a home working position, during your probation period you may be required to spend time in our London office or other locations to receive training - and learning about the role - as well as developing your knowledge and skills.</p>\n<p>Ideally you will already have an understanding of rating and council tax legislation and be qualified or part-qualified with the professional examinations of the Institute of Rating, Revenue and Valuation (IRRV).  If not, the successful candidates will be expected to commit to study this and achieve the IRRV Technician qualification preferably within a 2-year period, or at least to have made sufficient and significant progress in that time. There will then be an opportunity to progress your studies to attain the full Corporate/Diploma membership qualification.</p>\n<p>We offer a competitive salary ranging from <strong>£29,093 to £45,718</strong> on having achieved full corporate membership of the IRRV. 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Based in the MPDU, this role will work across teams in the Mayor’s Office and City Hall to help coordinate and drive the Mayor’s work for young Londoners. The purpose of this role is to:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ol>\n<li>Provide high level support to the Deputy Mayors and Mayoral Appointees across policy areas related to support for young people including in the GLA, MOPAC and VRU; through problem-solving, overseeing implementation and delivery, policy analysis and review, attending meetings, developing, and maintaining internal and external contacts and dealing with correspondence, to assist the Deputy Mayors and Mayoral Appointees fulfil their functions.</li>\n<li>Represent Deputy Mayors, and Mayoral appointees as appropriate on relevant policy matters within the GLA, GLA Group and with external bodies as required.</li>\n<li>Provide a steer to teams within the GLA, MOPAC and the VRU on Mayoral priorities and messaging, working with fellow Senior Advisers to ensure Mayoral policy is coordinated and effectively delivered.</li>\n</ol>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What your day will look like</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Work with the Mayor’s Policy and Delivery Unit (MPDU) principals, Mayoral Directors and other colleagues to provide advice and support on the delivery of the Mayor’s agenda for young people. Bring greater coordination to policy on young people including supporting the work of the Mayor’s Policy and Delivery Unit. To solve problems and help ensure effective delivery and implementation of existing Mayoral policy.</li>\n<li>Liaise between senior decision makers in the Mayor’s Office, GLA, MOPAC and the VRU to ensure a consistent policy approach is taken across the GLA Group.</li>\n<li>Work with relevant policy teams on behalf of the Mayor’s Office, review policy development and monitor programme delivery on behalf of the Mayoral appointees to give confidence that the Mayor Office’s view and priorities are reflected as necessary and that the Mayor’s priorities are progressing in a timely and effective way.</li>\n<li>Work with colleagues in the Communications and Political Affairs Units of the Mayor’s Office to ensure effective public communication and political engagement around the Mayor’s priorities for young people.</li>\n<li>Keep abreast of relevant external news developments and provide communications advice to Deputy Mayors and Mayoral appointees including commissioning speaking notes, position papers and briefings to support the senior decision-makers in preparation for media interviews, social media and other external communications.</li>\n<li>Edit and draft speeches, reports, correspondence, Mayor’s Questions and briefings on behalf of the Deputy Mayor and Mayoral appointees.</li>\n<li>Work as part of the Mayor’s Policy and Delivery Unit and with other colleagues in the Mayor’s Office to ensure the co-ordinated and effective delivery of the Mayor’s agenda.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><strong>Skills, knowledge and experience</strong></p>\n<p>To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Technical requirements/experience/qualifications</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Significant experience and proven track record of working within complex political environments</li>\n<li>Proven understanding of policy issues relating to young people.</li>\n<li>Extensive experience of programme and project management working across teams.</li>\n<li>Experience of engaging with stakeholders and managing communications in a political context</li>\n<li>Understanding of the role of the GLA, local and central government</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/gla_competency_framework_hr_28june2021.pdf\">GLA Competency Framework</a></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to date CV</li>\n<li>Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the ‘Additional Documents’ section of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g. “CV – applicant name - 012345)</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>If you have questions about the role</strong></p>\n<p>If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager would be happy to speak to you. Please contact <strong>Jamilla Hinds-Brough</strong> at <strong><a href=\"mailto:Jamilla.HindsBrough@london.gov.uk\">Jamilla.HindsBrough@london.gov.uk</a></strong> and <strong>Natan Doron</strong> at <strong><a href=\"mailto:Natan.Doron@london.gov.uk\">Natan.Doron@london.gov.uk.</a></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the <strong><a href=\"mailto:glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk\">glaopdcrecruitment@tfl.gov.uk</a></strong> who support the GLA with recruitment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Assessment process</strong></p>\n<p>Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If shortlisted you’ll be invited to an interview/assessment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The interview/assessment dates are <strong>to be confirmed.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Equality, diversity and inclusion </strong><br>London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Benefits</strong><br>GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Additional Information</strong><br><strong>Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/find-out-dbs-check\">Find out which DBS check is right for your employee - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Full job description can be found below:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p>\n<ol>\n<li>To provide high level support to Deputy Mayors and Mayoral appointees across policy areas related to support for young people; through problem-solving, overseeing implementation and delivery, policy analysis and review, attending meetings, developing and maintaining internal and external contacts and dealing with correspondence, to assist the Deputy Mayors and Mayoral Appointees fulfil their functions.</li>\n<li>To represent Deputy Mayors, and Mayoral appointees as appropriate on relevant policy matters within the GLA, GLA Group and with external bodies as required.</li>\n<li>To provide a steer to teams within the GLA, MOPAC and the VRU on Mayoral priorities and messaging, working with fellow Senior Advisers to ensure Mayoral policy is coordinated and effectively delivered. </li>\n</ol>\n<p><br><strong>Principal Accountabilities</strong></p>\n<ol>\n<li>To provide advice and support to Deputy Mayors, Mayoral Appointees, MOPAC and VRU in the policy areas of young people to support them in the delivery of the Mayor’s priorities.</li>\n<li>Work with the Mayor’s Policy and Delivery Unit (MPDU) principals, Mayoral Directors and other colleagues to provide advice and support on the delivery of the Mayor’s agenda for young people. Bring greater coordination to policy on young people including supporting the work of the Mayor’s Policy and Delivery Unit. 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Southwark Council is seeking a dedicated <strong>Service Manager</strong> to lead our <strong>Older Persons and Physical Disabilities (OPPD) Support Teams</strong>. This is a pivotal role where you will shape the future of social care services, ensuring that vulnerable adults receive high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence and social inclusion.</span></p><p><span>You will be part of a collaborative <strong>senior management team</strong>, driving excellence in service delivery while managing complex cases, safeguarding responsibilities, and strategic developments.</span></p><p><span><strong>About the Service</strong></span></p><p><span>Southwark Council's <strong>Adult Social Care (ASC) Division</strong> is committed to empowering individuals to live independently, access the right support at the right time, and build strong community connections. Our OPPD service plays a vital role in:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>Delivering strengths-based, personalised care in line with the <strong>Care Act 2014</strong></span></li>\n<li><span>Supporting people with <strong>complex needs</strong>, including those requiring court of protection intervention</span></li>\n<li><span>Enhancing <strong>partnership working</strong> with the NHS, voluntary organisations, and local community groups to improve outcomes</span></li>\n<li><span>Driving <strong>service innovation</strong> through proactive leadership and continuous improvement</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p><p><span>As a <strong>Service Manager</strong>, you will provide <strong>strategic leadership and operational oversight</strong> to ensure that services meet and exceed quality standards. Your responsibilities will include:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span><strong>Leading, managing, and developing</strong> a high-performing team of social care professionals</span></li>\n<li><span>Overseeing <strong>complex case management</strong>, including safeguarding, court processes, and crisis interventions</span></li>\n<li><span>Implementing <strong>best practice models</strong> that enhance service delivery, efficiency, and effectiveness</span></li>\n<li><span>Driving forward <strong>new initiatives</strong> to improve service user experience, ensuring that support is timely, flexible, and person-centred</span></li>\n<li><span>Managing budgets efficiently, ensuring <strong>value for money</strong> while maintaining high-quality service standard</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>Benefits and more information:</strong></span></p><p><span>In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href=\"https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/\"><strong>Staff Benefits</strong></a> page.</span></p><p><strong>Recruitment Timetable:</strong></p><p><strong>Advert close: 5th May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Shortlisting date: 8th May 2025</strong></p><p><strong>Interview date: 15th May 2025</strong></p><p><strong><span>Guaranteed Interview Scheme:</span></strong></p><p><span>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:</span></p><p><span>* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans<br>* Are currently in care, or have previously been in care<br>* If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</span></p><p> </p><p><em><span>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 </span></em><a href=\"https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together\"><em><strong><span>Southwark Stands Together programme</span></strong></em></a><em><span>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.</span></em></p><ul><li><span>Working collaboratively with <strong>internal and external partners</strong>, influencing service developments and promoting integrated care</span></li></ul><p><span><strong>About You</strong></span></p><p><span>We are looking for an <strong>inspirational leader</strong> with a strong background in adult social care, particularly in <strong>older persons and physical disabilities services</strong>. You will bring:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span><strong>Extensive experience</strong> in complex case management, safeguarding, and legal frameworks (Court of Protection, Coroners Court, etc.)</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Proven leadership skills</strong> with the ability to manage teams, drive performance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Strategic thinking</strong>, with an understanding of the challenges facing local government and how to navigate them</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>A collaborative mindset</strong>, able to build strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance service delivery</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>A commitment to person-centred care</strong>, ensuring that services empower individuals and promote independence</span></li>\n<li><span><strong>Innovative problem-solving skills</strong>, using creativity and data-driven approaches to improve service outcomes</span></li>\n</ul><p><span><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></span></p><p><span>At Southwark Council, you will be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that values its people. 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