Young Carers Support And Development Worker Jobs
Salary: £22,866 FTE
Hours: 30 hours per week
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent
Purpose:
To support BAME Carers to review and re-assess their Carers Assessments and Peace of Mind for
Carers contingency plans in line with local authority procedures. To provide information and support
to Carers to reduce the impact of their caring role.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Contact all Carers whose Carers Assessment/POM4C plan is due for annual review.
• Ensure that Carers Assessments/POM4C plan reviews are carried out with at least 90% of Carers who are due for an annual review.
• Consider if a Carer may have substantial difficulty in being involved in the assessment review process under the definition provided by the Care Act 2014 and ensure the Carer has suitable advocacy support.
• In undertaking the Carers Assessment/POM4C plan review, support the Carer to identify and communicate whether there have been any changes since their assessment that impacts on their caring role.
• Where there have been no changes since their assessment, ensure the Review Form is complete enabling the Carer to continue to receive the same levels of support.
• Where there has been changes since their assessment, undertake a re-assessment to determine the Carer’s eligibility under the Care Act 2014 using the National Eligibility Criteria.
• Where Carers needs for support meet the eligibility criteria, develop and deliver in partnership with the Carer a care and support plan, that is proportionate to the assessed needs.
• Where there has been changes since their assessment, use the Local Authority Resource Allocation System (RAS) to determine a Carers’ payment. Commission Carers’ payments, explaining the payment process to the Carer.
• Ensure that Carers who are ‘not eligible’ in accordance with the Care and Support (Eligibility Criteria) Regulations 2014 are provided with advice, information, signposting and referral on to meet current needs and prevent/delay future needs.
• Ensure that Carers’ Assessments Reviews and Support Plans are complaint with the Carers’ Assessment and Support Planning Quality Assurance Framework.
• Take a whole family approach to undertaking the Carers Assessment Review, considering whether other Carers, including young Carers, are involved in care giving and ensure they are offered information and referred on for support where consent is given.
• Provide up to date information regarding Carers rights and the services and resources available to support Carers.
• Ensure support offered and information provided to Carers is appropriate for their specific needs including but not limited to mental health conditions, learning disabilities and dementia.
• Make outgoing referrals to facilitate Carers’ access to other local services/organisations where appropriate.
• Work in partnership with the other Review Officers to ensure a co-ordinated approach to annual carers assessment reviews.
• Process notifications such as notifications of death and changes to residential status.
• Maintain accurate case recording using both Local Authority Case Management Systems and internal recording systems in line with business processes.
• Ensure any changes made to the POM4C plans are registered with the call monitoring provider for the POM4C Scheme.
• To provide a quality standard of report to support service reporting.
• Achieve individual performance management indicators as set by the Team Leader.
• Responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and adults.
• Contribute to the newsletter for local carers and professionals.
• Undertake the role of Assessment & Support Officer where required to meet the demands on the service and provide contingency support throughout the wider carers service as required.
• Support the induction, training and professional development of social work students.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
REF-212 416
TACT East Midlands Team have a unique opportunity for either a Supervising Social Worker who is ready to progress their career to a Senior Supervising Social Worker or a current Senior Social Worker who understands trauma and therapeutic parenting approaches.
Salary – Supervising Social Worker pay - £35,292 p.a. + £1,500 Out of Hours Allowance p.a. + £750 Homeworking Allowance p.a. / Senior Supervising Social Worker pay - £39,880 p.a. + £1,500 Out of Hours Allowance p.a. + £750 Homeworking Allowance p.a.
Hours - 35 Hours per Week
Contract - Permanent
Location - Home-based in Northamptonshire, Leicester, Peterborough, Central Milton Keynes with travel required to visit foster families located across the TACT East Midlands area
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and looks to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive well-being programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work-life balance for all our employees so they can give excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma-informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
The East Midlands Team, who have been rated as Outstanding in their Ofsted inspection in February 2024, have a unique opportunity for either a Supervising Social Worker who is ready to progress their career to a Senior Supervising Social Worker or a current Senior Social Worker who understands trauma and therapeutic parenting approaches. This role will give the successful Social Worker a chance to build on their skills and knowledge in providing support and supervision to our foster families based in the East Midlands area, to help them manage the complex needs of the children and young people in their care.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
The main requirements of the Social Worker role are:
- Experience in supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families to meet the complex needs of the looked-after young people
- Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
- Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
- Experience in using electronic records systems and IT effectively, which should include experience of virtual meetings and webinars.
- Experience in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality and promoting their positive development
In addition to the annual salary the post holder will be paid £1,500 p.a. Out Of Hours Allowance upon participation on the rota.
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Perkbox – retail discount scheme.
- Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).
The successful candidate will be required to travel to face-to-face meetings in the East Midlands region at least once a month and on other occasions for training and team wellbeing events.
An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Wednesday, 17th April 2024
Interview Date: Tuesday, 30th April 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
Carer
Location: St Austell - Little Harbour, St Austell, Cornwall
Contract Type: Permanent/ Full-time
Hours: 40 hours per week, 12.5-hour shift pattern (please specify your preferred number of hours in the supporting statement when applying)
Salary: £22,728 - £27,162 per annum - FTE (plus enhancements for night, weekend, and bank holiday working)
Benefits: Competitive
Closing Date: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
“Happy, amazing, special and fun” are perhaps not the first words that spring to mind when thinking of a children’s hospice, but this is exactly how families describe their hospices. Matched by the staff feeling “proud, rewarded, and making a difference” by working in this special setting, this is perhaps quite a different carer role from what might be expected.
Our client provides respite, palliative, and bereavement care for children with life-limiting conditions on a one-to-one basis. Having the time to build relationships with children and their families while they are at the hospice and between visits helps to make the roles incredibly fulfilling. There are vacancies to join the Care Team at Little Harbour in Cornwall. Applicants should be experienced in caring for children with life-limiting conditions, complex needs, or chronic illnesses.
Working as part of a friendly team, Little Harbour offers a beautiful, homely, well-equipped workplace within a supportive environment where individuals will be recognised as valuable members of the care team. 96% of their staff strongly agree that they enjoy the work they do, and they value their staff, offering an excellent working environment with an enthusiastic and committed team.
Their employees work hard every day to make the most of short and precious lives. They are proud to support them with a range of enhanced benefits, which include:
Why Work For Them?
• 33 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service
• Enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay
• Personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
• Family-friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay
• Occupational health, well-being, and counselling services and an employee assistance program
• Group life insurance scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Environmental and Green Agenda
• Free on-site parking
• A nurturing and inclusive environment
• A chance to make a real difference
If someone is not sure about what it is like to work in a Children's Hospice or the precious service they offer to children and families, they can look at their website and be inspired by their family stories.
How to Apply:
Please apply by clicking on the link before the closing date (see below). If there are any questions, please visit their website to find out more or use their email to contact them and speak to one of their HR team today.
They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. They welcome applications from all sections of the community.
This fantastic opportunity will give you the chance to explore the wonders of the South West, whether someone is already located here, they are a returner, or is looking for a different way of life; the South West offers a high quality of life and great leisure opportunities. These environmental attractions are matched by the excellent reputation of the highly successful organization and local employer.
Someone may have experience in the following: Caregiver, Personal Support Worker, Home Health Aide, Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Elderly Care Provider, Companion Caregiver, Direct Support Professional, Respite Care Worker, Disability Support Worker, Hospice Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Family.
REF-212327
Salary: £22,866 FTE
Hours: 22.5
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent
Purpose:
To support Carers to review and reassess their Carers Assessments and Peace of Mind for Carers contingency plans in line with local authority procedures. To provide information and support to Carers to reduce the impact of their caring role.
Specific Responsibilities
- Contact all Carers whose Carers Assessment/POM4C plan is due for annual review.
- Ensure that Carers Assessments/POM4C plan reviews are carried out with at least 90% of Carers who are due for an annual review.
- Consider if a Carer may have substantial difficulty in being involved in the assessment review process under the definition provided by the Care Act 2014 and ensure the Carer has suitable advocacy support.
- In undertaking the Carers Assessment/POM4C plan review support the Carer to identify and communicate whether there have been any changes since their assessment that impacts on their caring role.
- Where there have been no changes since their assessment, ensure the Review Form is complete enabling the Carer to continue to receive the same levels of support.
- Where there has been changes since their assessment, undertake a re-assessment to determine the Carer’s eligibility under the Care Act 2014 using the National Eligibility Criteria.
- Where Carers needs for support meet the eligibility criteria, develop and deliver in partnership with the Carer a care and support plan, that is proportionate to the assessed needs.
- Where there has been changes since their assessment, use the Local Authority Resource Allocation System (RAS) to determine a Carers’ payment. Commission Carers’ payments, explaining the payment process to the Carer.
- Ensure that Carers who are ‘not eligible’ in accordance with the Care and Support (Eligibility Criteria) Regulations 2014 are provided with advice, information, signposting and referral on to meet current needs and prevent/delay future needs.
- Ensure that Carers’ Assessments Reviews and Support Plans are complaint with the Carers’ Assessment and Support Planning Quality Assurance Framework.
- Take a whole family approach to undertaking the Carers Assessment Review, considering whether other Carers, including young Carers, are involved in care giving and ensure they are offered information and referred on for support where consent is given.
- Provide up to date information regarding Carers rights and the services and resources available to support Carers.
- Ensure support offered and information provided to Carers is appropriate for their specific needs including but not limited to mental health conditions, learning disabilities and dementia.
- Make outgoing referrals to facilitate Carers’ access to other local services/organisations where appropriate.
- Work in partnership with the other Review Officers to ensure a co-ordinated approach to annual carers assessment reviews.
- Process notifications such as notifications of death and changes to residential status.
- Maintain accurate case recording using both Local Authority Case Management Systems and internal recording systems in line with business processes.
- Ensure any changes made to the POM4C plans are registered with the call monitoring provider for the POM4C Scheme.
- To provide a quality standard of report to support service reporting.
- Achieve individual performance management indicators as set by the Team Leader.
- Responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and adults.
- Contribute to the newsletter for local carers and professionals.
- Undertake the role of Assessment & Support Officer where required to meet the demands on the service and provide contingency support throughout the wider carers service as required.
- Support the induction, training and professional development of social work students.
Personal support
- Attendance of regular n-compass staff and carers team meetings
- Attendance of bi-monthly supervision and annual appraisal
- Complete a personal development plan in conjunction with your Line Manager and take responsibility for achieving its actions
- Work within organisational policy and act in the best interests of the organisation at all times
- Work within the organisations Safeguarding Policy, including completing safeguarding training to ensure a good understanding of safeguarding concerns, including potential abuse/neglect of adults/children and young people
- Work within the organisations Quality, Information Governance and Caldicott Principle Policy. This will include following processes in line with the ISO Quality Management System and the Information Governance Tool Kit
The post holder may be required to undertake other related duties not specifically mentioned above. Any changes to their job description will be made in consultation with the post holder
REF-212 412
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Job Purpose
This role is within our crisis alternative service Safe Space - an out of hours service providing a safe and welcoming space for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing crisis. The service operates 365 days a year from 12:00pm (midday) - 11:30pm across all of our boroughs. The role will consist of two shift patterns to ensure the service is covered: 11:30am-6:30pm and 4:30-11:30pm. This will be on a rota basis across support workers.
Staff within the service will provide person-centred, practical and emotional support, face to face or via telephone on a one-to-one or group basis to individuals experiencing mental health crisis. This will consist of 1:1 support; de-escalating and providing interventions, signposting for specialised or longer-term support, and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing. The aim of this service is to de-escalate and prevent further crises.
The objectives of the service include:
- To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health crisis in HFEH.
- To provide support to clients accessing the service- for instance: signposting, de-escalation, planned wellbeing activities etc.
- To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
- To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
- To treat service users with respect, dignity and personalised support
- To raise awareness of mental health services available with the goal to improve long term mental health and reduce social isolation
- To increase self-management skills of those accessing the service
- To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services whilst experiencing crisis.
- To reduce the use of statutory crisis services by people experiencing mental ill health without positive outcomes for the individual.
The Role
The role of the support workers will be to support the rest of the team in delivering interventions on a one-to-one and group basis. The role will also involve triaging and assessing all clients accessing the service, signposting and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing.
About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind
This is an exciting opportunity to join and support a fast growing and dedicated team supporting the wellbeing of communities across West London.
We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover. We listen, support recovery, fight stigma and work with partners to take action. We provide services for adults, children and young people, signposting for everyone and training and consultancy for employers.
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Children’s Residential Support Worker (EBD)
Have you ever wanted to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable Children and Young People? Our children’s home in Davenport works with Children and Young People who have Emotional and Behavioural Disorders (EBD).
The Together Trust is one of the North West’s leading charities, offering individual care, support, and education to hundreds of children, young people, and adults each year. We are a not-for-profit charitable trust, so every penny goes back into benefiting the people that we support.
You will be working in a caring home environment, nurturing, and supporting the young people we work with helping them to overcome the issues that are facing. You will work with the team and the Registered Manager to give the support that these Children and Young People deserve to help make life better for them.
Location – Davenport, Stockport
Hours- 37.5 hours per week
Salary - £21,283
£87.50 for sleep-in shifts.
25% uplift on hourly rate for weekend shifts.
We also offer….
- Bi-annual salary increments.
- 27 days annual leave rising to 30 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years plus bank holidays.
- Occupational sick pay and family friendly policies including enhanced maternity.
- Together rewards platform for discounts and wellbeing support.
- After you have successfully completed a 6-month probation period, you will undertake a QCF level 3 or 4 qualification with support from an assessor and supervision.
We also provide a caring, supportive environment for all our employees, with a strong emphasis on a good work / life balance, and this something you can’t put a value on!
Please see the attached list for the full list of benefits on working for the Together Trust.
About the position….
- As a children’s Residential Support Worker, you will work as part of a residential childcare team providing support for the children and young people with their physical, emotional, and social needs with an emphasis on promoting their personal growth and independence.
- Working on your own initiative and as part of a team, you will be to preparing and assisting the children and young people to fulfil the aims of their person-centred plan.
- You will support the children and young people with communication and work closely in a team that has a passion to improve their lives whilst in our care.
- You will work flexibly to undertake the full range of duties in a well-planned way that respects and values the children and young people as individuals.
We provide compassionate, nurturing care for the children and young people who are in crisis and have complex needs, supporting them to move on from a difficult past to a brighter future.
About you….
You don’t have to have any previous childcare experience as full training is provided, but if you have experience that is a bonus! We look for applicants who have the following skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills. You’ll be expected to liaise with other staff, parents/carers, and professionals.
- Am ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team, taking the lead when required, maintaining & encouraging open and honest communication.
- A good standard of written English and IT skills would be essential, you will be writing reports and keep record of the Children and Young Peoples progress.
- Transporting children / young people to an activity or school is a requirement. A driving licence that has been held for 12 months would be desirable.
Is this you? Are you ready to make a positive change? Then please take a closer look at the Full Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this advert.
We are a Real Living Wage employer.
Together Trust has committed to paying all staff a significantly higher salaries than the government minimum wage. By officially registering as a Living Wage employer, we are showing our commitment to our employees, now and in the future.
Apply now!
If you think you might have the relevant skills and experience, we are looking for, please get in touch or apply now.
In order for the Trust to comply with the apprenticeship funding rules, it is a requirement of the role that the successful applicant must be able to evidence that (1) they have the right to work in the UK without additional approval for more than 20 hours each week throughout the year and (2) they have an eligible residency status for the purposes of the apprenticeship funding rules. In most cases this will mean that the individual needs to show that they have been ''ordinarily resident'' in particular countries (including the UK) at least 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship.
We welcome applications from those with a right to work in the UK. We do not currently sponsor overseas staff.
We may remove this vacancy prior to the expiry date if a suitable candidate is found therefore early applications are encouraged.
Shortlisting will take place throughout the duration of the advert as we are seeking more than one individual.
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Are you ready for the next step?
We are looking for a great motivator with excellent communication and organisational skills to manage and develop our new service supporting Adult Carers, Young Adult Carers and Young Carers across Lewisham to improve their health and wellbeing, and access support that meets their needs. The role is based at our office in New Ash Green and requires travel by car to Lewisham twice a week.
You’ll manage and oversee the day-to-day operation and delivery of the service, ensuring performance monitoring outcomes and KPI’s are met. You’ll develop partnerships with local stakeholders, practitioners, businesses and services to promote and embed the service, facilitating the development of Carer friendly culture.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a positive team culture and develop the local team, ensuring staff receive induction, supervision and training. You’ll manage a small caseload and support the delivery of the service’s activity package as required, including respite activities, online groups, face-to-face sessions.
Applicants should have relevant staff or project management experience in social care, health, education or the voluntary and community sector relating to working with vulnerable adults and/or children. You should have operational experience of multi-agency working, a practical understanding of barriers faced by Unpaid Carers, and an awareness of cultural differences and access to services.
This is a full-time role. The postholder must have access to their own ULEZ compliant car.
Be part of something amazing.
We offer our employees:
· Inclusive values-based environment
· Competitive remuneration package
· Workplace pension scheme
· Generous 31 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
· Opportunities for hybrid working
· Benenden Health Care
· Death in Service Benefit
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Employee Supported Volunteering scheme
· Development opportunities
· and more
Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.
Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.
Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Housekeeping Assistant to join our Housekeeping Team. This role will require the successful candidate to provide a high standard of housekeeping ensuring excellent levels of cleanliness are consistent throughout the site and that infection control procedures are met across site.
Staff benefits include free shuttle bus, and more… Read more below
Role Requirements
As part of the site services team the role holder will be expected to liaise with managers and staff across the Trust. The role holder is expected to work closely with the other members of the facilities team and assist in covering in the laundry, in the deep clean team or other works as and when required.
You will be a natural and enthusiastic housekeeper working not only as part of a team but also individually. You will be health and safety aware, take ownership of your own work, and be understanding of the children’s needs here at The Children’s Trust. Good organisational skills, flexibility and being friendly and caring in nature are a must for this role. Please note that the role requires a significant degree of manual handling and working with houses services and laundry equipment.
With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation.
Strictly no agencies, please.
As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.
About Us
The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
Staff Benefits
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment.
We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.
Other benefits include: free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rehabilitation of Offender’s
We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of applicants with criminal records, both of which are available on request.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.
Online Searches
In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families.
We value diversity and aim to have diverse workforce that reflects the community and our service users, in line with our vision, values and inclusion commitments. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
The Child and Family Specialist role is part of an exciting and innovative jointly commissioned service between London Borough of Harrow and NW London NHS and represent an exciting partnership with Anna Freud. The Early Intervention and Prevention Service is a community wellbeing team for children and families.
The Child and Family Specialist will work in partnership with schools, children and families to assess and respond to the psychological needs of children experiencing social, emotional, mental health or behavioural difficulties through undertaking assessments and providing interventions. The post-holder will also: provide specialist advice and support to school staff in the identification of mental health needs of children and accessing appropriate resources; and actively contribute to outcome monitoring and service improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Anna Freud’s thriving Clinical Help offers in the Schools Division. The post-holder will offer a range of clinical activities to address mental health needs in children and young people, including assessment and direct individual and group work with young and parents/carers.
The post-holder will be supported through supervision and will deliver consultation, training, and workshops to non-mental health staff.
Location
Hybrid (a mixture of home/onsite working): staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at Harrow Community sites (Cedars Children’s Centre, 127 Whittlesea Road, Harrow HA3 6ND) and occasionally at Anna Freud, 4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH.
Contract duration
Permanent
Closing date for applications
Midday (12pm), Thursday 4 April 2024.
Notification of interview
Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Monday 8 April 2024. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Interviews
Interviews will be held on Thursday 11 April 2024
How to apply
Please click on the 'Apply now’ button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Project Worker
At YMCA Sutton Coldfield, we transform the lives of young people with support, respite and safe spaces.
Job title: Youth Project Worker
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Salary: £5,949 p.a. (FTE £23,795 p.a.)
Hours: 10 hours a week
Contract: Fixed term to 31st March 2027 with the possibility of extension
Please contact us if you need help accessing this recruitment information
We’re looking to recruit an exceptional individual who can make a big difference to the lives of children and young people in Sutton Coldfield and Birmingham.
The focus of the role will be to support young people aged 11-19 across Birmingham in various settings, including 1:1 mentoring within schools and during youth clubs and sports sessions at various locations around the city.
A significant focus of the role will be to deliver one-to-one, mentoring support to young carers in schools to raise aspirations, build self-esteem and resilience, and promote positive coping strategies in overcoming struggles they face. You will also be required to support the project leads in planning and delivering youth work activities in youth club and sports settings to engage and build meaningful relationships with young people from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
We are a friendly, inclusive organisation with policies, working arrangements and benefits that support staff wellbeing and learning.
The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday, 8th April 2024
We expect interviews to be held at our Sutton Coldfield office during the week commencing 15th April 2024.
Please apply asap. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early without notice if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
The YMCA Sutton Coldfield is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and expects staff and volunteers to share that commitment This is reflected in our recruitment and vetting processes which includes asking candidates to provide information about any gaps in employment, pre-employment checks, including references, an identity check, right to work in the UK, disclosure (if applicable) and qualifications (if applicable).
A disclosure check will be sought in relation to the successful applicant for this post. This will be shared with Human Resources and may also be shared with the Safeguarding Manager and the relevant management team. All applicants must also complete a self-disclosure.
YMCA Sutton Coldfield is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all we do. We aim to grow an inclusive workforce where everyone feels welcome irrespective of age, class, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, religion, sexual orientation or social-economic backgrounds.
The YMCA Sutton Coldfield is a registered charity in England (1008752).
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Mediator
Working Hours: 37 Hours per week
Salary: £27,500 per annum,
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hatfield Office/Hybrid - Candidates must have a full driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
Herts Young Homeless is an independent charity and has been supporting vulnerable people in Hertfordshire since 1998. We are professional, passionate, collaborative and supportive charity that provides guidance to everyone who is in need of support.
We are looking for dedicated and passionate Mediator to join our team based in Hatfield!
How will you make a difference?
You provide a mediation service for 10 to 24 year olds and their families who are experiencing conflict, and support and empower them to find realistic solutions. This will include exploring innovative ways of working to ensure positive outcomes for young people and families.
The young people we support are amazing, inspiring and courageous. The challenges they face can test even the most resilient and they often lack the support needed to see them through difficult times; leaving them stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. We are looking for those who have the passion, patience and empathy to support our young people to overcome barriers and move forward in their lives, encouraging and enabling them to achieve and succeed.
What can we offer you?
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- 25 days annual leave per annum (in addition to Bank Holidays & Public Holidays)
- Holiday purchase scheme
- People's Pension Plan contribution
- Group Life Insurance plan
- Opportunities for personal and career development
- Hybrid working - option to work from home up to 2 days per week
- An additional annual leave day on your Birthday
- Monthly draws to win ‘lunch on your manager’ or ‘leave work early’
- Medicash – A healthcare cash plan offering cash back on a range of healthcare related treatments including optical, dental and complementary treatments. Unlimited access to a 24/7 health and stress related helpline and discounted gym memberships.
What will you be doing?
- To undertake mediation with 10-24 year olds and their parents / main carers (including siblings and other family members) as appropriate across Hertfordshire
- To undertake short & longer term mediation sessions with young people and their families (including siblings and other family members) as appropriate.
- To work closely with hyh’s Advice and Information Workers and other referrers to engage families in the mediation process
- To chair and co-ordinate family meetings alongside the Advice & Information workers and co-ordinate and implement focused action plans to encourage families to find their own solutions / prevent family breakdown and homelessness.
What can you bring to the team?
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the problems facing homeless young people.
- Ability to engage and motivate young people, strong interpersonal skills including the ability to be appropriately assertive.
- General administrative skills (filling, record keeping and computer literacy)
- Ability to work effectively with a full and varied workload with conflicting deadlines.
- Excellent understanding of confidentially with strict professional boundaries and personal integrity
- Excellent planning, organisational & time management skills
- An understanding of the voluntary sector and the constraints placed upon voluntary sector organisation (desirable)
- Have a flexible working approach to the needs of the service users.
- IT literacy including excel, word, teams and outlook
- Highly motivated with the ability to work using your own initiative and as part of a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive professional relationships.
- Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
- Willingness to work flexibly where required.
- A commitment to undertake training where required and an enthusiasm for new challenges and experiences.
If you are open, big hearted, passionate, conscientious and take pride in doing a job well, then we would love to hear from you!
hyh strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Our promise to you
Herts Young Homeless promises to act with the upmost integrity and respect when it comes to handling your data and will not share your details with any other client without 1) discussing the opportunity with you first and 2) without your verbal or written consent for us to do so
Application Instructions
We would like a personal statement telling us about how your skills and experience align with the requirements for the role of Mediator and confimation that you are able to drive and have access to your own vehicle. Please attach this with your CV to the application.
Closing Date: 2nd April
If successfull to the Recruitment process, hyh be holding a recruitment morning that will involve a variety of tasks as well as a competency based interview. Should you need any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment day please confirm upon receipt of invitation.
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Purpose of the Job
- To Develop a new co-production and community engagement network that will play a leading role in driving service transformation across the West London NHS Trust.
- Liaise closely with the NHS Transformation Team to gain key insights on NHS services…
- Crisis & inpatient mental health services
- Child and adolescent mental health services and developmental services
- Older people’s mental health services
- Community and recovery mental health services
- Psychological medicine services
- Integrated care services
Key Responsibilities
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- Organise regular network meetings comprised of service users from across the NHS Network and Mind Networks.
- Deliver regular in-reach into inpatient services and closed inpatient groups to provide feedback on ward experiences.
- Regularly promote the mental health network, through attendance at stakeholder events, network meetings and active marketing.
- Provide training to network members, so that they can provide effective feedback and insights on services, attend key focus groups, meetings, and support with the sharing of insights.
- To work closely with the Service user participation leads to help support and implement a comprehensive participation and engagement strategy where applicable across HFEH Mind and NHS Transformation cohort.
- To work collaboratively with the Youth Services and Adult service Co-Production Leads to ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.
- To manage competently safeguarding concerns that arise.
- Be able to work some unsocial hours as required in line with the demands of the role.
- To produce regular reports in respect of service user feedback and participation and engagement across west London Trust.
- To ensure the on-going monitoring and evaluation of HFEH Mind/west London trust co-production and participation programmes, reporting on progress against KPIs and informing the continued development of our co-production and participation across West London Trust.
- To work closely with the Business Development and Quality Manager to review and monitor funding arrangements and produce reports as appropriate, with input from service users.
- To develop partnerships with other local and national agencies where applicable to support with future coproduction opportunities.
Person specification
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- Experience of working with those who have mental health issues including adults, carers, young people.
- Extensive experience of service user participation /coproduction /codesign /consultation.
- Experience of managing groups and 1:1 work.
- Experience of training and presenting to others.
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures for adults, children, and young people.
- Experience evaluating, designing, and delivering coproduction activities.
- Previous experience of developing and implementing new services with the ability to demonstrating effectiveness using evidenced based evaluation.
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Job Title: Senior Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
Salary: £42,725 (£35,893 salary p.a. + £750 Home Working Allowance p.a. + £2,000 Out of Hours Allowance + £4082 p.a. London Weighting if eligible)
Hours & Contract: 35 Hours per week - Permanent
Location: Homebased including travel to East, North and West London, Essex and Hertfordshire.
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Supervising Social Worker to join the passionate TACT East London Team. The successful candidate will be a homebased Senior Supervising Social Worker who will be required to travel to face-to-face meetings across the regional area and also attend in person team meetings at least once a month. Other opportunities for other in person events includes training, team wellbeing days, and children and foster carer focussed events.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the Senior Supervising Social Worker will include:
- An appropriate social work qualification
- Up-to-date registration with Social Work England
- A minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settings
- Experience in supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families to meet the complex needs of the looked-after young people
- A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.
- Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations including the Children's Act and NMS Fostering Standards.
- Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
- Ability to prioritise, plan and self-organise efficiently.
- Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinars
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis).
- An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
A Standard / Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday14th April 2024
Interview Date: Monday 22nd April 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
We are looking for motivated & empathetic individuals to join the Children & Young People team at Victim Support based in Hampshire as Initial Support Agents (known internally as Triage & Early Intervention Officers) working 15 hours per week.
Are you looking for a new challenge that will be rewarding and make a real difference to people's lives? Do you enjoy talking to people, providing empathy & support, and helping to find solutions to problems?
If this sound like you, then we'd love to hear from you...
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
- High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
- Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
- Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
- Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This role is based between our independent office in Chandlers Ford and from home on a hybrid basis. You will be working shifts that vary between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday. You will also be required to work a minimum of 1 Saturday per month 8am to 4pm where you will receive a day off in lieu during the week. Shifts are designated on a rota basis which is given in advance.
As an Initial Support Agent/ Triage & Early Intervention Officer, you will be:
You will be talking to children, young people and parents and carers on the telephone from a variety of different backgrounds, all with different experiences. No two days are the same & you will need to use your communication skills and resilient nature to help those dealing with trauma and the effects of crime, who may have gone through a life-changing experience. You will receive robust training prior to working directly with clients and ongoing support to ensure that you can provide victims with quick responses to meet their needs and help them cope and recover.
You will be working within a supportive team that is part of a large independent charity which offers the opportunity to develop skills to enhance your ongoing personal development.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision
Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.
As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
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Company Description
At Catch22, we are proud of our reputation as a modern and progressive employer. Our 1,300 colleagues and 300 volunteers work at every stage of the social welfare cycle, supporting over 60,000 individuals from cradle to career. Our work spans education, social justice and rehabilitation, children's social care, family support, social action and getting people into work.
Our Pan Merseyside Child Exploitation and Missing from Home services identify reasons for young people running away and provide support. Our services also prevent or stop child exploitation, raise awareness amongst young people and provide training for professionals, parents and carers.
Job Description
The role of Service Coordinator is an exciting opportunity to oversee a team of Caseworkers, ensuring that they provide first class to support, to young people who are at risk of child exploitation, or have for a time been missing from home.
This role will assist the Service Manager to establish strategic links in the area, with key partners and other stakeholders, with a view to promoting and continually enhancing the service. We are co-located within a multi-agency team, tackling missing and child exploitation, so you'll have a great opportunity to develop your networks and expertise within the sector.
The cases that we work on are complex and challenging, but are making a difference in the lives of those that access our services. We've completed over 1500 return home interviews, helping to prevent further missing episodes. We've also supported over 130 young people through a programme of direct work, tailored to their individual needs.
*This role requires access to a car for business use, and a full driving licence.
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Qualifications
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience:
- Relevant professional qualification in youth/community work, social care, health or education.
- Able to manage across a wide geographical area, ensuring that preventative and reactive services are provided to children and young people at risk.
- Experience of working directly with young people who present with complex needs.
- Experience in managing casework, including assessment, action planning and reviews.
- Ability to engage and work in partnership with a variety of external agencies, to achieve agreed outcomes.
- A full driving licence and access to own vehicle with business use.
Additional Information
Salary: £31,200 per annum
Hours of work: Full time, 37 hours per week*
Contract: Fixed term, until 31st of March 2027
Location: This role can be based in either our Knowsley, Liverpool, or St. Helens office (with regular travel across the region required).
*Working arrangements: Typical hours are Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, but there is an occasional requirement for evening and weekend work.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
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