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We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. 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This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is preferred. Hybrid working is available. <br>Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.</p>\n<p><br>About Us:<br>The Domestic Abuse Hub is a multi-disciplinary service providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by domestic abuse across Wirral. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims, where strive to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be there when needed</li>\n<li>Increase safety for those at risk, without adding to their trauma</li>\n<li>Reduce opportunities for perpetrators to abuse</li>\n<li>Support people to live the lives they want after harm occurs</li>\n<li>Create a brighter, kinder future for the next generation.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For an Informal discussion about this role, please contact emmagraham2@wirral.gov.uk</p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. 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Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint a Care Navigator to join our South Wirral Community Team You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the personalisation and inclusion pathways for Adults and Carers ensuring legal framework of the Care Act 2014.</p>\n<p>You will ensure strength and asset-based practice, personalisation and social inclusion is embedded and applied effectively throughout. The role will involve assessing and implementing a range of social care services and providing guidance/advice and information for adults, older people and carers. You will work autonomously and independently, assessing, formulating, implementing, and agreeing care and support plans with adults and carers.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of health and social care functions for adults/carers for the people of Wirral. You will be responsible for working in partnership with other agencies supporting adults/carers to access services/support in the independent and non-statutory sector. If you enjoy integrated Health and Social Care practice and think you have what it takes to be the difference for our residents, then this could be the perfect job for you. About the candidate We are looking for someone who can be part of an integrated and supportive team, planning, monitoring and evaluating work with the MDT care team.</p>\n<p>You’ll need to have experience working in Hospital Discharge. Your experience should include supporting adults/carers/families and helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy. You will have knowledge and understanding of Care Act (2014), Equality Act (2010), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the Human Rights Act (1998).</p>\n<p>Above all, you will be looking to improve the outcomes for the residents of Wirral and improve the way we engage with our residents to ensure they are at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:dominicduffy@wirral.gov.uk\">dominicduffy@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. 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We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. 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We would like them to provide leadership and professional supervision to the team, giving direction and maintaining practice standards.</p>\n<p>This includes the achievement of performance targets and promoting continuous professional development. Ensuring structures, systems and processes are in place so that statutory duties, legislative responsibilities and KPI’s of the Local Authority are effectively co-ordinated across Wirral. Making appropriate use of available resources within required operational and service quality standards. To be a professional resource in respect of advice to the team, wider teams and supporting agencies.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:michaelareid@wirral.gov.uk\">michaelareid@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. 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We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. 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This role will support the research and intelligence function in developing and implementing a comprehensive research governance framework across the council, focusing on building research capacity, facilitating strategic and academic collaborations, and securing external funding to advance public health initiatives.</p>\n<p>The aim of the role will be to ensure that local decision-making on policy and interventions are routinely based on robust evidence, which will ultimately improve health outcomes and the wider determinants of health for local residents.</p>\n<p>Based in the public health team, the post holder will work with a broad range of local stakeholders across the Council, NHS and VCFS partners, to enable the development and embedding of research infrastructure, to ensure that research activity becomes part of the culture of the Council and broader local system.</p>\n<p>The post holder will be able to work autonomously and at a high level to achieve the following objectives:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Build strategic and collaborative working relationships with colleagues across the Council, local stakeholders and wider academic networks, in order to promote the use of research.</li>\n<li>Develop a strategic plan to implement the LARP programme across the Council, in line with NIHR guidance and within funding timescales.</li>\n<li>Provide guidance and support for those looking to engage with research in the Council, through networking and sharing knowledge of best practice and current legislation/guidance.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role is part funded by the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health, and the postholder will be expected to actively promote, support and contribute to the activity of the NHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health, alongside their work within the Council.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:nicolajones1@wirral.gov.uk\">nicolajones1@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. 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We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as A Staying Close Support Worker<br>Are you ready to welcome a new challenge in a “BRAND NEW” purpose-built development, specifically for young people making a journey from a children’s home to independence. A staying close support worker is going to play a vital role in the development and in the promotion of independence to our care leavers. The young people will be living in “trainer flats”<br>You will be located on site and on hand to offer support and outreach to our young people who have reached an age where they can live independently and ready for learning new skills and gaining the experience of the adult world.<br>You will be required to work closely with partners from housing, education, health, community and families, this is a fantastic opportunity to start a service from new and to shape it in the way our children/young people need it to be.<br>You will form part of a new staff team, there will be plenty of opportunity to attend training and development, this will be an exciting journey for you and there will be plenty of scope for further development.<br>You will be supported by an experienced Registered Manager.<br>You will receive monthly supervisions and annual appraisals. The manager will be on hand to support you through your journey with us.<br><br>To be successful in this role you will need to be focused on working as a team on promoting independence. As corporate parents, you will be on hand for emotional support as well as an advice giver.<br><br>You will be required to work shifts on a rolling rota, the shift pattern is 2 on – 3 off. This role does NOT require sleep in's or waking nights. If this role is for you then we welcome your application.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br>You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by emailing us at recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk<br><br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure<br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br>St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality<br>St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leaders lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.<br><br><br>NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.<br>All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"From: £27,711 Per annum To: £30,060 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6779d77e-df7c-4661-8168-18c420ae9036.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cd8e53ca-228b-4563-830a-5f31e4cdbce7","title":"SEND School Occupational Therapist","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"Abbey School","location":"Chester","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This role is not suitable for newly qualified Occupational Therapists. 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Do you have the drive and dedication to support those who need it most? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong> As a Missing From Home Intervention Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support and advocacy for children and young people who have been reported missing. Your primary responsibilities will include: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Conducting Return Home Interviews:</strong> Engage with children and young people to understand the reasons behind their missing episodes and ensure their voices are heard. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Influencing Care Planning:</strong> Record and analyze the factors impacting the child or young person to contribute to effective care planning. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Providing Independent Advocacy:</strong> Advocate for the needs and rights of children during and after missing episodes. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Collaborating with Partners:</strong> Work closely with social workers, police, and other agencies to ensure a coordinated response. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Educating and Preventing:</strong> Advise young people on the dangers and risks associated with running away, aiming to prevent future incidents. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engage proactively with young people who run away. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain accurate records and monitor service activity. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure the needs of children and their families are met by service providers. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Represent the service positively in various environments. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Promote the use of Young Peoples Centres by other agencies and local partners. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Qualifications:</strong> Level 3 Safeguarding/Designated Safeguard Lead Training or equivalent, and a good standard of general education including English and Maths at Level 2. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Experience:</strong> Proven experience working with children and young people, particularly those at risk of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and those reluctant to engage. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Skills:</strong> Ability to build positive relationships, produce high-standard written material, and engage and motivate young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Knowledge:</strong> Understanding of the causes of youth crime, anti-social behavior, and other adverse outcomes for young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Personal Attributes:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible and willing to work according to the needs of the council. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Committed to continuous professional development. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Able to travel as required for the role. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>Join us in making a real difference. Apply now to become a Missing From Home Intervention Worker and help shape a brighter future for our children and young people. </p>\n<p><strong>Apply Today!</strong> </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this advert early if the demand is met.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade F (12-19) £27,711 - £31,067","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-26T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a7fdd4cd-372e-4255-96a3-fd78476f2a81.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"387c71d8-6946-478d-85ef-ec629488a54a","title":"Midday Assistant","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"Halton Borough Council Schools","location":"Runcorn","locationType":3,"description":"<p><br>Required for January 2025</p>\n<p>Position: Midday Assistant </p>\n<p>NJC Scale point 1 £3023 pro rata</p>\n<p>Hours: 5 hours per week (12-1pm each day)</p>\n<p>Term time only contract </p>\n<p>Astmoor Primary School is a small but exciting educational establishment offering a high quality working environment to its children and staff.  We are looking to appoint a Midday Assistant to join our community.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate would be joining a team of dedicated and caring professionals who are enthusiastic and flexible workers. </p>\n<p>Please telephone the school office on 01928 565053 for further details. </p>\n<p>Application forms are available from and should be returned to the school.</p>\n<p><br>The closing date for applications is Friday 10th January 2025<br>Shortlisting: w/c 13th January 2025<br>Interviews with take place : w/c 13th January 2025</p>\n<p><br>Please note: Astmoor Primary School is committed to Safeguarding Children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Candidates should note that the successful applicants will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure.  Further information about the disclosure scheme can be found at </p>\n<p>https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check/overview</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£3023 pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-19T13:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-10T17:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4fe87087-e5c0-4ce4-bc22-4ece7b13b39c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bee8ac7f-2d07-47fb-b5fc-a62e06bbc4c2","title":"SENDSTART Caseworker","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square, Hybrid Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>Our SENDSTART Caseworkers are responsible for overseeing and actively engaging in the development of high quality and timely Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). You will work closely with families, schools and a range of service providers, including education, health, social care and voluntary sectors, ensuring that the parents/carers, children or young people (CYP) are included in the assessment and annual review process and their views are accurately recorded.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Candidate</strong></p>\n<p>The successful candidates will have experience of working with children or young people with special educational needs and disabilities and experience of leading multiagency meetings. You will be required to liaise with a wide range of people and partner organisations and so excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative way, are essential.</p>\n<p>Previous applicants need not apply.</p>\n<p><strong>If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please contact Danielle Smith on </strong><a href=\"mailto:daniellesmith2@wirral.gov.uk\"><strong>daniellesmith2@wirral.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br><br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as An Assessment and Review officer in Contact Cares<br><br>An opportunity has arisen (12 months fixed term) for a driven and innovative Assessment and Review Worker to co-ordinate and support intermediate care discharges at Newton hospital. As part of the council’s people’s Services within Contact Cares the successful applicant will work within a multi-disciplinary team and assume case responsibility for individuals and, where appropriate, their carers who require discharge from Hospital or an Intermediate Care Unit, in line with grade, initial or ongoing practical help and/or assistance.<br><br>Responsibilities also include.<br><br>• Attending daily handover & board rounds<br>• Attending twice daily IC Huddle<br>• Liaise with all borough discharge teams to expediate d/c<br>• Manage referral process for timely admission to Newton<br>• Complete E-DIS<br>• Support with relevant audits and patient experience processes<br>• Work with all members of the MDT team<br>• Attend system DTL .<br><br><br>Contact Cares is a large and busy multi-disciplinary team and is the single point of access for health and social care referrals. As the team continues to develop, we are looking to recruit a motivated Assessment and review worker to join our assessment and discharge team within the service. The team consists of both qualified and unqualified Social Care, Nursing and Therapy staff. We offer planned and urgent assessments and provide a 2-hour response under Urgent Community Response Criteria as well as supporting hospital and intermediate care discharges.<br><br>The Contact Cares team also provide initial contact, care planning, onward referrals, and signposting services for a wide range of adult clients across health and social care. With a focus that stretches from prevention and early intervention, to reducing hospital admissions and readmissions the work is varied and interesting.<br><br>Newton Community Hospital is a 30 bedded IMC unit, providing Intermediate Care in a community setting, including nursing, medical, therapy and social care interventions for patients who require specialist care and support. Intermediate care is for people whose short-term needs can be addressed within a limited period of weeks, as part of their overall care plan. The aim is to provide assessment and treatment to aid people to recover previous functional ability following illness or injury and promote health, wellbeing and independence supporting them to remain within their own home, prevent admission or readmissions to an acute hospital and prevent discharge to care homes.<br>Onward referrals to other community nursing and therapy teams can be made as part of the discharge and on-going care plan.<br>There is a dedicated multidisciplinary team that support both patients and families including nursing, GP, therapy, social work, and mental health with in-reach support from various disciplines.<br><br>The team operate from 8.00 am until 10.00 pm 7 days per week to include Bank Holidays. This post will be 8-4 Monday - Friday<br><br>St Helens is a strong and resilient Council, which respects and values the individuality and diversity that every employee brings to the Council. We seek to create a positive and open working environment.<br><br>• Awarded Investors in People Gold Status<br>• Attractive salary, retention, and relocation package<br>• Excellent pension scheme<br>• Car user allowance and car parking facilities<br><br>This post will provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a diverse and interesting role and contribute to the team's exciting development.<br><br>This Authority is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure<br><br>Must be able to drive, have access to a car and have a valid licence<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br>You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by email to pauladuffy@sthelelns.gov.uk or mobile 07849 352 136<br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure<br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br>St Helens Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. 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The service is delivered in a range of settings including supported living, respite and day services.</p>\n<p>This varied and rewarding role will involve providing person centred and bespoke care and support, assisting people to engage in opportunities that are meaningful to them, and this includes providing dignified personal care.</p>\n<p>You will be required to work flexibly across any of the Adult Provider Services throughout the borough, and the role can involve any of the following: shift work, waking nights, weekends and bank holidays. In some parts of the service, you will be required to lone work.</p>\n<p>You will join a friendly team where training and ongoing support is provided.</p>\n<p>The post is subject to enhanced hours and sleep in payments. An enhanced DBS check will also be undertaken.</p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.</p>\n<p>At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Operations Manager Lisa Daley at <a href=\"mailto:lisa.daley@knowsley.gov.uk\">lisa.daley@knowsley.gov.uk</a>  / 07824 372293 or Operations Manager Robby Parry at <a href=\"mailto:robby.parry@knowsley.gov.uk\">robby.parry@knowsley.gov.uk</a> / 07717 301323</p>\n<p>Previous applicants need not apply</p>\n<p>If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.</p>\n<p>Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted</p>\n<p>The closing date for this vacancy has been extended for the Christmas / New year period </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,790 to £25,183 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-16T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c601d04a-4c7d-4415-805c-4a47ce913d06.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2fa60118-2ab5-47ed-affe-e467eb2874a4","title":"Support Worker - Halton Supported Housing Network","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Our Story:</strong></p>\n<p>Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.</p>\n<p>Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.</p>\n<p><strong>We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘<em>our colleagues’</em>.</strong> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Halton Supported Housing Network is a group of 18 houses across Runcorn and Widnes, providing accommodation and support for adults with learning and physical disabilities in the community.</strong></p>\n<p>We are putting people first and focusing on what people with a disability can do as opposed to what they cannot; supporting people in such a diverse way is one of the main reasons why Halton Supported Housing Network has won national awards.</p>\n<p>We believe that people with a disability should be the drivers in their lives not the passengers; therefore person centred support workers need to support and engage people to take the lead in living in their own homes. The service has multiple vacancies for committed individuals to act in the capacity of Support Worker, promoting people with disabilities to engage in all aspects of their daily living and links into meaningful opportunities within their local community.</p>\n<p>We have several permanent roles available, ranging in hours per week so whatever your situation we feel we could have the right position for you, to enable you to enjoy a positive work/life balance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support tenants to achieve the objectives identified in their Person-Centred Plan, maximising their independence. Following tenants individual risk assessments/support plans that are in place in relation to any challenging behaviour. this will include planned and unplanned care responding to individuals alarm calls/ systems. </li>\n<li>Support tenants to prepare meals, undertake household tasks, including self-care. Flexibility to work alternative hours to support this is required. Support tenants to access the community.</li>\n<li>Assist and support tenants to manage their finances daily record all transactions on individual budget sheets, ensuring that tenants monies and budget sheets balance. Follow HSHN finance policy and procedures.</li>\n<li>Complete all mandatory training and attend any person or job specific training relative to the post if requested by your line manager </li>\n<li>Receive, check, and book in monthly medication from the pharmacy. Dispose correctly of any old medication. Report any discrepancies immediately to Duty. Administer, record and order ability to follow HBC policies.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p>\n<p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 26 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li>\n<li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li>\n<li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Investment in your personal development</li>\n<li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li>\n<li>Car leasing schemes</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact <strong>Emma Berrington (Principle Manager) on 0151-511-6965 or Margaret Myler (Assistant Manager) on 0151 511 6439</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews TBC.</p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values</strong>.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.</p>\n<p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,027 - £24,404 FTE","publishDate":"2024-12-16T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3b028386-952c-4368-bd68-f2b01fcbb28d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ba6e7f91-a963-4a80-a20c-3be9c7ca82fa","title":"Attendance Support Officer","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"Weatherhead High","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Full Time 38 Weeks Per Year</p>\n<p>£23,429 </p>\n<p>Required from February 2025</p>\n<p>Are you a reliable, articulate and organised professional who enjoys working with children and young people who wants to work in a vibrant school?  We are seeking to appoint an Attendance Support Officer to undertake duties in respect of supporting the school’s Attendance Strategy; engaging with students and families, recording, monitoring and reporting on student attendance.  The successful candidate will have excellent communication and IT skills for the purposes of producing graphical analysis and reports.  You will also need to be well-motivated and able to multi-task whilst maintaining high standards of accuracy. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To join our team, we are looking for: <strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</p>\n<p>Excellent IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office</p>\n<p>The ability to form effective working relationships with colleagues and students alike</p>\n<p>Well developed organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities</p>\n<p>Previous experience of working in a school office would be an advantage but is not essential. </p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Who are we?</p>\n<p>Weatherhead High School is a large 11 to 18 oversubscribed girls’ comprehensive school with approximately 1540 students on roll.  There is an excellent mixed Sixth Form with nearly 300 students.  We have a PAN of 254 for each year group from Year 7 to 11 and the school of choice for girls in Wallasey and the surrounding area.</p>\n<p>The facilities are amongst the best in the country – we have an excellent building, which really enhances teaching & learning as well as our extra-curricular provision. Students and teachers benefit from well-presented classrooms, excellent creative arts and sports facilities and up-to-date ICT provision.  The school is located close to the M53 and the Wallasey Tunnel, and is easily accessible from Liverpool and Cheshire by car or public transport.</p>\n<p>Students are both engaged and engaging; they enjoy learning and are warm and enthusiastic about the opportunities offered to them.  Staff work hard and are well rewarded.  There is a great team spirit amongst the staff and a strong emphasis is placed on professional growth and development. </p>\n<p>We were judged to be an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider in our recent inspection in November 2022.  During the inspection, inspectors commented that <em>‘</em><em>Weatherhead High School is a happy and friendly learning community.  Pupils, students in the Sixth Form and staff are proud to belong to this school.  Relationships between staff and pupils are strong.’</em></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Weatherhead High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.  Weatherhead High School is an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all people regardless of their sex, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.</p>\n<p>‘This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).  This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.  Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974\">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974</a></p>\n<p>How to apply?</p>\n<p>For further information about the school and this opportunity, please visit our website at www.weatherheadhigh.co.uk/join-us/work-with-us/ or telephone / email the school (for the attention of Mrs Finn, HR Manager).</p>\n<p>Tel:  0151 631 4000     </p>\n<p>Email: schooloffice@weatherheadhigh.co.uk</p>\n<p>Please complete the online application form, including the names and addresses of two referees, and submit it with a letter of application to the Headteacher (addressing the criteria set out in the person specification and of no more than two sides in length).  The application form and letter must be submitted via the school’s TES portal, or via the school website.  Please note we are only able to accept our standard TES application forms.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Apply by: Friday 10 January 2025 (3.00 p.m.) (previous applicants need not reapply)</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,429","publishDate":"2024-12-13T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-17T15:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5fa31823-bd91-4ff4-9a28-9e79d23627e8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"02bb1663-35ce-475c-b06b-4094e474c79e","title":"Programme Lead - All Together Smokefree","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square, Hybrid Working","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>Programme Lead - All Together Smokefree</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Fixed term to 31 March 2027</strong></p>\n<p>Champs Public Health Collaborative has an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dynamic and highly motived Senior Public Health Programme Manager to work across Cheshire and Merseyside on an innovative, large scale public health programme to transform population health and wellbeing through tackling our single greatest cause of preventable inequalities. The All Together Smokefree ambition is to end smoking, everywhere, for everyone in Cheshire and Merseyside, delivering a Smokefree 2030 that is fair and equitable for adults and a tobacco free future for every child.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role:</strong></p>\n<p>You will be supported by All Together Smokefree Strategic Lead and Lead Director of Public Health. The post holder will be a key senior role as part of the Champs Public Health Collaborative and will manage a small team, taking responsibility for leading and directing the development and successful implementation of the substantial All Together Smokefree programmes of work, including commissioned programmes and evaluation. This will include taking responsibility for working with all partners to oversee programme and commissioned delivery and performance against objectives, finances, milestones and programme outcomes, initiating corrective action in conjunction with programme partners where required.</p>\n<p>The role will provide high quality expert advice to Champs DsPH Board and the Cheshire and Merseyside Population Health Partnership Board, plus system and collaborative leadership across the Health and Care Partnership, and across sectors including local authorities, voluntary organisations and other statutory partners, plus national coalition partners such as Action on Smoking and Health.</p>\n<p><strong>About the candidate:</strong></p>\n<p>You must be able to work to tight deadlines and have the ability to ensure high levels of intellectual rigour, political awareness, negotiation, motivation and advocacy skills, as well as flexibility.</p>\n<p>This is a fixed term post to 31 March 2027 and the post holder will be part of the Champs support team. The Champs support team leads, facilitates and enables delivery of the key programmes of work (hosted by Wirral Council). For more information www.champspublichealth.com</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion, please contact Helen Cartwright (<a href=\"mailto:helencartwright@wirral.gov.uk\">helencartwright@wirral.gov.uk</a>) or Cheryl Yeardsley (<a href=\"mailto:cherylyeardsley@wirral.gov.uk\">cherylyeardsley@wirral.gov.uk</a>)</p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£61,780 - £64,874","publishDate":"2024-12-12T16:11:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/62b7351d-a410-424f-9d0c-3267fca3dc19.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cacccdc9-86ce-4105-8b2d-4a65b395cdb3","title":"Trusted Assessor - Occupational Therapy","employer":"St Helens Borough Council","department":"","location":"St Helens Metropolitan Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We Are St Helens Borough Council<br><br>Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support. We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br><br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as a Trusted Assessor in Occupational Therapy<br><br>Joining us as an experienced Occupational Therapist means you will provide expertise commensurate with your role, experience and grade acting as invaluable resource to the team and department working in a diverse, challenging and rewarding environment.<br><br>We are seeking a well-motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered Occupational Therapist, with good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure, to join our team. The successful applicant will have an interest in developing their skills working with adults with disabilities who have complex needs and will be responsible for the provision of specialist assessments and follow-on support to those in need of residential or nursing home placement.<br><br>The successful applicant should have a good understanding of complex physical disabilities, mental health conditions in particular dementia diagnoses, and experience in the provision of equipment. The trusted assessor role involves assessing patients on wards and intermediate care settings to facilitate discharge to a care home residence, this can be new placements or returning placements. You will also support those people once discharged from hospital to ensure a smooth transition into their new home. You will play a key role in an integrated team to facilitate timely discharge from hospital with the person being at the centre of the assessment and recommendations made. Knowledge of up to date moving and handling techniques and good IT skills would be an advantage. The Service is committed to continuing professional development.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br><br>If you are interested in any of these roles and would like an informal discussion please contact Gill Jewison on 07795 450 191<br><br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure<br><br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br><br>St Helens Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident Employers lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.<br><br>NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.<br><br>All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan<br><br>Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42708 to £44711 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-12T15:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-09T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0a4f239f-6439-4ead-a7e3-8afa3c2d9ec4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7c50aed5-10b3-4956-b3de-f1ffaf7c97a2","title":"Team Manager - Edge of Care","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>A brand-new opportunity to make a real difference</strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready to lead an exciting, newly-formed team designed to rewrite the narrative for children and families? At Halton, we believe that with the right support, children can remain at home safely, even when the challenges seem insurmountable. This is your chance to pioneer an innovative service focused on keeping families together, tackling issues proactively, and building resilience that lasts a lifetime.</p>\n<p>As our Edge of Care Team Manager, you won’t just lead a team—you’ll inspire a complete culture shift across the borough. We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes the belief that with the right intervention, the impossible becomes possible.</p>\n<p>Your Role:</p>\n<p>As part of this brand-new team, you will:</p>\n<p><strong>Lead with passion</strong>: Build and guide a resilient, proactive team of skilled professionals committed to supporting families at the brink of crisis.</p>\n<p><strong>Innovate and inspire</strong>: Develop cutting-edge approaches to strengthen family bonds, address root causes, and prevent breakdowns.</p>\n<p><strong>Collaborate for success:</strong> Forge strong partnerships with other agencies and communities, creating a safety net of support for families.</p>\n<p><strong>Empower change:</strong> Provide reflective supervision and foster an environment where creativity, empathy, and determination thrive.</p>\n<p>This isn’t just a managerial role—it’s an opportunity to shape lives, influence the future, and set a new standard for what proactive support can achieve.</p>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p>\n<p>We’re looking for someone extraordinary:</p>\n<p><strong>Relentlessly positive</strong>: You believe in the power of families to overcome adversity and thrive.</p>\n<p><strong>Proactive and resilient</strong>: You thrive in challenging situations, tackling obstacles head-on with a calm and creative approach.</p>\n<p><strong>Experienced leader:</strong> You’ve managed teams in social care, with a proven ability to inspire and deliver exceptional results.</p>\n<p><strong>A visionary collaborator:</strong> You think outside the box and work seamlessly with others to create innovative solutions.</p>\n<p>We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing.</p>\n<p>You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area from your first day.</p>\n<p>We offer an extensive benefits package as well as an attractive financial package with a range of other benefits, including a generous leave allowance (up to 34 days), a flexible working week, free parking, car allowance, car lease scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives and discount scheme.  We are within easy commutable distance of Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside regions.</p>\n<p>Halton is a thriving and vibrant Borough where people can learn and develop their skills; enjoy a good quality of life with good health; a high quality, modern urban environment; the opportunity for all to fulfil their potential; greater wealth and quality, sustained by a thriving business community; and safer, stronger and more attractive neighbourhoods.</p>\n<p>Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.</p>\n<p>Do you believe you have what it takes be our next Team Manager?</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about our Team Manager post, please contact Jill Evans via email at Jill.Evans@halton.gov.uk.</p>\n<p><strong>Interview dates to be confirmed.</strong> <strong> Please note, we are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. </strong><strong>Therefore, please do not hesitate to submit your application asap to enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council.<em> </em></strong></p>\n<p><strong>The market supplement attached to this post may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.</strong></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£54,138 - £57,130 (Advertised Salary is Inclusive of £8,420 Market Supplement)","publishDate":"2024-12-11T15:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5ccbae27-a1d7-4392-bd0b-9ddad29e8db0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8f8dd74f-faed-4fbc-b971-88ee36a7eca8","title":"Student Services and First Aid Administrator","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"Halton Borough Council Schools","location":"Runcorn","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Heath School</strong> is looking to appoint a new team member to our Student Services, supporting the needs of our students and taking responsibility for the First Aid provision within school.  As a member of the admin team, you would be expected to support the general administrative needs of the team.</p>\n<p>Our school is extremely popular. We are oversubscribed with over 1200 students on roll. For many years, outcomes have been extremely positive, and students have moved on to achieve their aspirations. However, we do not pride ourselves only on our academic performance but on our student-centred approach and the range of opportunities we provide our students through our curriculum and through our extra-curricular offer. That is The Heath Standard.</p>\n<p>We care for our staff, as we care for our students, their health and wellbeing are paramount as we understand the pivotal role our staff play in the development of our school and its students. Our staff work incredibly hard but equally, we work hard to ensure their work is as effective as possible.</p>\n<p>For further information on the post and why you should work at The Heath School then please see supporting documents, contact the school or even arrange for a visit.  An application pack and further details are available by downloading from our website: <a href=\"http://www.heathschool.org.uk\">www.heathschool.org.uk</a>   <strong>Applications will only be accepted on completion of a school application form.  Please do not send your CV.</strong></p>\n<p>The Heath is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and the post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Further information about DBS checks can be found at <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/crb-criminal-records-bureau-check\">www.gov.uk/crb-criminal-records-bureau-check</a>   If you are shortlisted for interview, we will carry out an online search for information about you as part of our due diligence and commitment to safeguarding.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£22,170 - £22,457 pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-11T14:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/86a113a6-6dac-4a59-b029-c70443bf79e8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"57a05626-a12c-4417-b0d0-7579beca062f","title":"Advanced Practitioner","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wirral, Stein Centre, St Catherine's Hospital","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint an Advanced Practitioner to join our Community Integrated Response Team (CIRT) services- supporting the Urgent Community Response (UCR 2-hour response), Home First and Short-Term Assessment and Reablement (STAR) services.</p>\n<p>Our teams work across Wirral and are co-located with NHS colleagues in St Catherine's Health Centre. Our services work collaboratively across a multi-disciplinary team, which includes Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Community Paramedics, Virtual Frailty Ward professionals, Health Care Assistants and Social Care- we are admission prevention and discharge/community services.</p>\n<p>You will have a key role to play in supporting the delivery of the Personalisation and inclusion Pathways for Adults and Carers ensuring legal framework of the Care Act 2014. Wirral Council are using the 3 Conversations model (3Cs) across all Adult Social Care teams. The ethos of the model is to identify individual’s strengths and aspirations to maximise their independence and wellbeing.</p>\n<p>You will support and provide professional supervision to qualified Social Workers and unqualified social care professionals in the team, and support with quality assuring assessments with support from Practice Lead colleagues.</p>\n<p>You will be part of a leadership team, providing leadership and management in conjunction with Team Manager and MDT Leads, responsible for some HR tasks, supporting the daily operational needs of the services.</p>\n<p>As an Advanced Practitioner you will be expected to support with complex cases, taking the lead role in ensuring that all operational social work practice involving safeguarding, adult protection and assessment are completed in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures. You will work autonomously and independently to support the team in assessing, formulating, implementing, and agreeing care and support plans with adults and carers.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of health and social care functions for adults/carers for the people of Wirral. You will be responsible for working in partnership with other agencies supporting adults/carers to access services/support in the independent and non-statutory sector. If you enjoy integrated Health and Social Care practice and think you have what it takes to be the difference for our staff and residents, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p><strong>About the candidate</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who can be part of an integrated and supportive team, planning, monitoring and evaluating work with the MDT care team. You’ll need to be qualified Experienced Social Worker and registered with Social Work England and have experience working in community social work and an understanding and experience of hospital prevention and discharge pathways.</p>\n<p>Your experience should include Work within Social Work England Standards of registration, professional values and code of conduct, to provide social work input and support to adults/carers/families helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy.</p>\n<p>You will have knowledge and understanding of Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the Human Rights Act (1998). Desirable to have completed Practice Educator and/or Best Interest Assessor qualification.</p>\n<p>Above all, you will be looking to improve the outcomes for the residents of Wirral and improve the way we engage with our residents to ensure they are at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions about the role, please contact Team Manager Karen Kelly at <a href=\"mailto:karenkelly@wirral.gov.uk\">karenkelly@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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£29,777-£33,024

Wirral (Hybrid)

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