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Job Category : Social Care - Qualified
Location : Municipal Buildings, Knowsley, L36 9YU, Knowsley Borough Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £25.00
Duties and responsibilities
This is not a comprehensive list of all the tasks, which may be required of the post holder. It is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken.

1. Promote the welfare and safeguarding of adults in Knowsley.
2. To carry out timely assessments on Knowsley adult residents in accordance with the DOLS model of assessment together with supporting guidance.
3. Ensure assessments and planning for people actively promote the participation and engagement of all relevant agencies, the person and their family.
4. Prepare/formulate support plans for people which take account of their views wishes in the implementation of those support plans.
5. To maintain case records to a high standard and produce reports in accordance with the Service guidance/policy and procedure which reflect national guidelines using the relevant information technology.
6. To ensure that the diverse needs of people and their families are identified, met and regularly reviewed and plans updated to reflect any subsequent changes.
7. To participate in developmental activities as may be required, and to promote improvement of service or the use of resources.
8. Ensure the statutory duties of the Council are fulfilled and met in accordance with legal requirements and Service responsibilities to promote and safeguard a vulnerable person’s welfare.
9. To pursue appropriate personal and professional training and development opportunities as and when they occur to ensure compliance with HCPC and Directorate standards/expectations.
10. To comply with all the Council’s Standing orders and Financial regulations..
11. Any other duties (commensurate with the grade) which will assist the Service in meeting its objectives

Skills, knowledge, experience
Ability to illustrate understanding of general social work principles and knowledge, the role and function of a social worker in the field of adult social care, including the use of an asset based model of social work delivery.
Be able to express an appreciation and understanding of current legislation, including the Care Act 2014, the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act, and application to working practices
Be able to apply 1 and 2 into effective working practice
Ability to see/use advice and supervision appropriately and to reflect on own practice to promote good working practices and development.
To have an understanding of the role of other agencies
Be able to effectively communicate with other agencies and service users and be able to work in collaboration with each other
Have the ability to manage time/self efficiently and effectively
Ability to write concise reports and maintain appropriate social work records
Demonstrate a good working knowledge and understanding of safeguarding principles with an ability to put these into practice.

Qualifications
CQSW/DipSW/CSS and Best Interest Assessor Qualified
Registration with Social Work England

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified (Kingston & Richmond)
Location : 44 York Street, Achieving for Children
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £33.95

Location - Twickenham

They will be responsible for managing support for Social Workers including:

• Providing a responsive and progressive supervision space to Social Workers, ensuring timely support to children and their families
• Operating a team duty system and supporting the allocation of children and family Assessments
• Supporting duty and team leaders.

Qualifications -
Social Work degree or equivalent
ASYE completion
Extensive experience in Referral and Assessment

Our usual requirement is 3 days per week in the office or out in the community.

Job Category : Admin / Clerical
Location : Guildhall 2, Royal Borough of Kingston
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £18.95

Executive Assistant (Gr G)

• Providing Executive Support to Executive Directors of Kingston Council - working as part of a small team.
• Including, diary management, meeting management, minute taking, gatekeeping, support with any directorate related projects etc.
• Experience of executive support to senior level in Local Government
• Experience of G Suite - and be familiar using Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and GMail
• Hybrid working so required to come on site to Council offices 2/3 days per week (in central Kingston).

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified
Location : County Hall, Pembrokeshire County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £31.00

Inside IR35
JOB PURPOSE

To chair Child Protection Conferences in line with Wales Safeguarding Procedures 2019 and to assist the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) for managing professional allegations in line with the procedures when allegations are made against professionals.

To deliver the council’s statutory duty for the reviewing of children’s care and support plans and the monitoring of the council’s functions as a corporate parent under part 6 of the Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act 2014 “Looked After and Accommodated Children” and the Care Planning, Placement and Case Review (Wales) Regulations 2015; the Adoption and Children Act 2002; the Care Planning, Placement & Case Review (Wales) Regulations 2015, to monitor these Reviews against established standards, and direct programmes of care and support.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1 To carry a mixed case load of children who are looked after and / or accommodated and deliver the statutory reviewing process and children subject to protective planning.
2 To chair Initial and review child protection conferences.
3 To work to the All Wales Child Protection Procedures 2008.
4 To assist the team manager in line with the guidance relating to allegations made against professionals who work with children.
5 To carry out the IRO function in line with Part 6 COP Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act 2014; the Children Act (1989) Regulations and the Adoption and Children Act 2002 and the Care Planning, Placement & Case Review (Wales) Regulations 2015. This would include children placed both within Pembrokeshire’s boundaries and by the Council elsewhere in England, Scotland and Wales.
6 To chair other child-related meetings as appropriate and subject to availability.
7 To monitor Child Care Reviews against established national standards with colleagues in the integrated safeguarding team.
8 To develop standards within Pembrokeshire based on “best practice”, and to ensure that these standards are regularly reviewed against national developments.
9 To participate in and contribute to training opportunities.

10. To advise the Integrated Safeguarding Team Manager of any potential or actual difficulties.
    1 To work closely with other Authorities, Agencies and Users of the service in developing good practice.
    2 To undertake any other relevant duties deemed appropriate.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

1 Professional Social Work Qualification and registered with the Care Council for Wales.
2 Direct experience of Child Care and safeguarding work.
3 Considerable post-qualifying experience.
4 Familiarity with all aspects of Child Care legislation and guidance .
5 Thorough working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of software.
6 Extensive experience of working in a multi-agency setting.
7 Proven ability to interact positively and effectively with children and young people “Looked After” and children on the Child Protection Register.
8 Ability to be innovative and act on own initiative..
9 Valid driving licence and car available for work.

Job Category : Management
Location : Laurence House - Fifth Floor, Lewisham Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £41.25

Deliver a rolling programme of Fire Safety Works as directed

2. Ensure contracts and works are delivered in a timely and cost effective manner to agreed quality standards, value for money, statutory and regulatory legislation, health & safety compliance, ensuring high levels of customer and client satisfaction.
3. Effectively work with colleagues to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget.
4. To ensure all project activities are carried out in accordance with the organisation’s standards and legislative requirements.
5. To supervise the work of others as appropriate, encouraging and supporting staff to ensure the work is completed to a high standard, creating a sense of team spirit, and giving recognition for a job well done
6. To undertake contract management of Fire Safety Works projects including taking corrective action where necessary and report regularly on the progress of the programme.
7. Undertake the role of lead officer and follow the LBL contract management framework. Meeting external contractors on a monthly basis to monitor performance.
8. maintain communication and consultation to the highest possible standards of customer care with residents and resident groups throughout the project from initial initiation throughout implementation to final review.
9. To ensure that work is carried out within the budgets and that value for money is achieved, by monitoring and reporting on performance.

Job Category : Admin & Clerical
Location : Priory House, Central Bedfordshire Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £13.92

Provide proficient, accurate customer focus support across a range of projects and programmes.
This will include gathering business requirements, planning and scheduling, project/programme governance, production of reports.

May include budget monitoring, procurement, stakeholder communication and engagement.

It is important that the candidate has good communication skills, is proficient with Microsoft products, is organised and can work alone as well as part of a team.

Job Category : Environmental Services
Location : Wearside Service Centre, Lewisham Council
Hours Per Week : 35.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 08:00
End Time : 16:00
Salary: £17.65

This post is not open to hybrid working. The role requires the candidate to operated throughout the Borough.
Must have a valid Driving License
Must hold a recognised Pest Control Qualification (RSPH Level 2 or equivalent).
Weekend work is required on which overtime will be paid(on an Ad-hoc basis)

Knowledge

Detailed knowledge of public health and nuisance pest species, their habitat, biology, significance and measures used for their control. S

Detailed knowledge of Health and safety and other relevant legislation S

Aptitude and Skills

Good oral and written communication skills.

Able to organise, plan and prioritise own workload.

Able to keep accurate records

Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Experience

Good practical experience and understanding of pest control operations and methodology.

Experience of dealing with the public in a diverse cultural environment
Personal Qualities

Self starter, able to use own initiative. Innovative and enterprising.

General Education

Must hold a recognised Pest Control qualification or have relevant experience in the field

Circumstances

Able to work evenings and weekends

Must hold full UK Driving License.

Physical

Generally candidates must meet standard Lewisham requirements for the post.

Job Category :Sales / Marketing
Location : County Hall, Denbighshire County Council
Start Date : Immediate start
Salary: £11.98
Shifts will; be 7hrs 30min each with one of 7hrs only = 37hrs a week total and will include 8:30 - 4:30; 8:45 - 4:45; 9 - 5
To deliver first class customer service by providing information, advice guidance and support to Denbighshire residents as part of the delivery of a new council service - using the most appropriate system/method to meet their needs.
Do you have experience of dealing with customers, providing a friendly, positive and professional service? Would you thrive working within a fast-paced environment delivering quality customer service?

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, motivated and committed to providing excellent customer services at all times. ICT, literacy and numeric skills are a must as well as experience in dealing with the public.

You must have confidence to take ownership and be proactive and positive in your approach to problem solving. The shift pattern will be Monday to Friday 8:30 - 5:00pm.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Experience of working
within a busy customer
service environment.

Solve customer problems and suggest changes to help ensure it does not
happen again.

Working in a fast paced environment

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Clear understanding of
customer service skills
and behaviours.

Good knowledge of IT
systems including email,
internet applications and word processing.

Ability to
communicate
confidently and listen and understand the
views of others.

Flexible approach to
Work.

Job Category : Facilities & Environmental Services
Location : London Borough of Newham
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £32.12

Essential food safety and food standards inspections for food businesses overdue inspection. This is a post Covid backlog and the work has been agreed with the Food Standards Agency to bring Newham back into regulatory alignment . The work is within budget.
The work will be split into part time work across 3 full time vacant posts in order to maximise the pool of potential candidates as Food competent EHO's are in very short supply.
KNOWLEDGE

Sound knowledge of food safety, health and safety, infectious diseases and public health and nuisance processes within a local government context including enforcement and regulatory functions, food law and the application of all relevant legal and practical principles.

Sound knowledge of the main functions of a local authority food safety processes and functions and the wider determinants of health promotion, food hygiene, food standards and public health within the context of environmental health.

Sound knowledge of Primary Authority principles and processes

Sound knowledge of licensing and prior consent law such as licensing and planning law as it relates to public safety and occupational Health and safety.

An understanding of food hygiene training to a nationally recognised standard.

An understanding of the Council’s Vision and corporate aims for the service political structure and operation
QUALIFICATIONS

To hold an appropriate Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) approved academic qualification – an MSc, BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Environmental Health or equivalent degree/vocational qualification in a related legal or technical field.

To be fully registered with EHRB or recognised competency equivalent.
Evidence of continuing professional development.

EXPERIENCE:

Sound experience of core aspects of public protection work including legal and technical application of food safety, health and safety work and licensing control, including case law and current operational guidance.

Sound experience of the use and application of Food Safety legislation and EC Food Hygiene Regulations, Health and Safety at Work Etc Act 1974 and other principal acts, regulations, codes of practice and statutory guidance as it relates to food and Health and Safety.

Sound experience of providing advice on complex food safety cases and health and safety cases arising in food premises.

Experience of working with and applying a range of public protection remedies to a range of public protection issues.

Experience of taking formal enforcement action such as the service of notice or instigation of prosecution for offences.

Experience of originating, leading and implementing projects to conclusion and reporting the results.
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Sound experience of working with and applying a range of public protection remedies to a range of public protection issues.

Comprehensive experience of taking formal enforcement action such as the service of notice or instigation of prosecution for offences.

Experience of providing technical advice and support to subordinate staffing working or training in EH.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

High degree of literacy and numeracy skills with appropriate application to the business.

Ability to lead, support and assist colleagues in resolving complex cases.

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels in a clear and concise manner.

Ability to take the lead and make effective interventions and sound technical judgements on food safety and health and occupational health and safety through use of the full range of powers.

Ability to work with minimum supervision and flexibly within a team.

Ability to support team development and share knowledge and skills.

Ability to manage workload and casework and work to objectives, and determine work methods to achieve those objectives within timescales, agreed outcomes and budgets.
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Ability to lead, support and assist colleagues in resolving complex cases.

Ability to be self-motivated, and a willigness to attend appropriate training and staff development activities with other team members. Also willingness to assist in the training of trainees.

Job Category : Admin / Clerical
Location : Bromley Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Start Date : Immediate Start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £12.24

Training Co-ordinator (BR6)
3-month assignment
The role is hybrid working, with 2 days in the office.
Please refer to the attached JD/PS for more information and please ensure your candidate meets the essential criteria detailed on this document.

Job Category : Social Care - Unqualified
Location : West Sussex County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.50
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £14.17

Location: Bridge House, Worthing covering central area of WSCC (Worthing/Horsham)
Hours per week: 37.5 - Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 5:30, with some degree of flexibility required
Salary: This is a graded role (G7)
Duration: 6 months

The successful candidate will need to have a UK driving license and their own car.

This is a standard Child and Family Worker role but is bespoke, in that the priority within this is to support a Social Worker in transporting and attending all home visits and meetings away from the office.

OFSTED UPDATE: In May 2023 Ofsted Inspectors praised West Sussex County Council’s Children’s Services for its ‘relentless approach to improving practice,’ giving the service an overall rating of ‘requires improvement’, with ‘good’ judgements for children in care and leadership and management. The judgements on children needing help and protection and children leaving care are they ‘require improvement to be good’. This rating is up from the last full inspection of Children’s Services back in 2019, when all areas were rated as inadequate.
Inspectors recognised the ‘strong, determined and cohesive leadership team’ who have made significant improvements since 2019 and their commitment and focus to make further improvements.

Key Skills:

1. Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to organise and present information clearly, concisely and accurately in ways that promote understanding, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to persuade and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action and gain the trust of service users.
2. Ability to analyse and interpret information in order to manage casework with children / young people and their families, assessing needs, setting objectives and reviewing progress.
3. Ability to engage and intervene in partnership with children/young people, their families and other external agencies in order to effect positive and lasting change. Ability to work in an empowering way, focusing on collective strengths and resources, e.g. using a solution focused approach, and responding flexibly to diverse groups and service users whilst maintaining confidentiality.
4. Ability to prioritise and manage own workload, co-ordinating a range of tasks in a clear and logical way to meet agreed deadlines, whilst working
   towards clear goals. Able to reflect on own practice and learn from experience, taking responsibility for proactive professional development.
5. Ability to maintain clear, accurate records of all work undertaken and produce case reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences including meetings, conferences, court panels and other agencies.
6. Sound and accurate IT skills, including report writing, maintaining accurate records, ensuring confidentiality, and protecting information.

Qualifications, knowledge and experience:
• GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.
• QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent), or demonstrable equivalent comparable experience.
• An understanding of systems, procedures and policies relevant to Children’s
Social Care e.g. child protection and safeguarding procedures, practice and policy. Desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of the development of children and young people, and age-appropriate behaviour.

Job Description & Person Specification
• An understanding of a range of interventions that can be used with children, young people and families to achieve change.
• Sound and accurate IT knowledge e.g. Microsoft Office, in order to produce written reports.
• Experience of providing advice and guidance to others.
• Significant experience of using a range of direct work interventions in working with children, young people and their families.
• Experience of working with children/young people and their families in crisis or complex situations. Desirable
• Experience of using assessment planning and reviewing processes.
• Experience of working in a Social Care Environment. Desirable
• Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multiagency setting.
• Requirement to communicate in English with members of the public
• Valid and full driving licence

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified
Location : Worthing Hospital, West Sussex County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:30
Salary: £27.81

Pay : Payrate : £35 per hour . We are bound by the MoC, which means pay rates are capped. Whist we are able to pay up to £38 per hour, this rate is for those deemed to be at a qualified level for at least 2 years . Please ensure your candidates are aware that the pay rate they request may not be the rate they are offered; managers are assessing skills and competency at interview. If the candidate is being offered less than requested, we will make the reasoning clear whilst providing feedback

Location : Worthing Hospital
Working arrangements : Mixture of home and hospital - will be required to attend the hospital to support with duty and visit the wards to undertake assessments and attend family meetings etc We also work as part of the multi-disciplinary team covering A&E and the emergency floor. Most people attend the hospital about twice a week but this is flexible and depends on the rota.

Job Description : The aim is making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The requirement of the hospital Social Work Team is to respond within timescales to assess people both in the hospital and those that have recently been discharged from hospital. We assist them with arranging any care and support they may need in the longer term to maximise their independence. The work is varied fast paced and there are opportunities to gain experience in working with a variety of professionals both in the Hospitals and Community Resources including the Voluntary sector. The Team are supportive and we are committed to offering opportunities for workers to develop themselves as Practitioners.

As a Social Worker, you will:
• Accountable for delivering a statutory social work service
• Have compassion and empathy to support individuals who need our services
• Work in partnership with colleagues to deliver a high standard of social work practice
• Work hard to support people to regain their skills and independence following their hospital admission wherever possible.
• Have access to a strong and dynamic social work service with clear leadership

Please note that this role includes flexible working arrangements and the ability to work in remote environments.

Experience and Skills Key Skills:

1. Experience of working proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate strengths-based assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes (in line with relevant legislation), working in partnership with carers, colleagues and a variety of external agencies to meet people’s outcomes.
2. Experience of applying a risk enablement approach and using evidence-based practice.
3. Experience of analysis and interpretation of people related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.
4. Experience of contributing to or undertaking safeguarding enquiries.
5. Ability to provide informal supervision and develop the capabilities of less experienced social care practitioners, and to mentor and coach students and apprentices.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance and interventions. 7. Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, know when to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision, and to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations.
7. Sound and accurate IT skills to ensure effective record keeping, compliant with data protection and respecting confidentiality.

Job Category : Housing
Location : Rhyl Library, Museum & Arts Centre, Denbighshire County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date :Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £20.85

We are searching for a motivated and engaging individual to lead on the delivery of an exciting programme of employability and skills support as part of our strategic ‘Working Denbighshire’ approach to tackling poverty through sustainable employment. The Working Denbighshire Employer & Training Relationships Manager is a key role within the Working Denbighshire structure. The role is required to provide motivational and inspirational leadership to staff to ensure the delivery of a collaborative, flexible and high quality service working in partnership with other employability projects locally, regionally and nationally as part of an integrated ‘Working Denbighshire’ approach. This position would suit someone with strong organizational skills and experience, who has a genuine interest in developing the careers of others. The ideal candidate will be proactive and have a creative and innovative approach to engagement with excellent interpersonal skills to secure employment and training focused opportunities for the citizens of Denbighshire.

Job Category : Housing
Location : Rhyl Library, Museum & Arts Centre, Denbighshire County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £16.26

Are you inspired to help people by developing a range of employment opportunities to support people to tackle poverty through employment? We are searching for an individual to join our Working Denbighshire team as part of our Employment Engagement function to develop highly effective employer networks across all sectors so that Denbighshire citizens are able to access different types of opportunities from a range of businesses/employers. The ideal candidate will have the ability to target, engage and build effective relationships with employers and businesses as well as being highly motivated, innovative, proactive and an excellent communicator and negotiator.

Job Category : Housing
Location : Rhyl Library, Museum & Arts Centre, Denbighshire County Council
Hours Per Week : 37.00
Start Date : Immediate start
Start Time : 09:00
End Time : 17:00
Salary: £13.24

Do you want to made a real difference to people’s lives and be part the of the Working Denbighshire service aimed at helping tackling poverty through employment? We are searching for a highly organized and proactive individual to join our Working Denbighshire team to provide day to day administration and project support to the Employment Engagement and Training function. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with experience of undertaking administrative related tasks and an excellent communicator with the ability to maintain effective relationships with partners and stakeholders.