Latest social work, care and social housing jobs from greatsocialcare.co.uk

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T20:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children and Families team in Newcastle.

The appointed Social worker will be required to:

Work jointly with other professionals to undertake a holistic assessment of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families to set timescales.
Develop Family Support plans and participate in Child Protection plans. These plans will be informed by an assessment of need/risk and will identify desired outcomes within clearly defined timescales.
Ensure that service users' views are fully recorded during the assessment process and wherever possible are reflected in the subsequent case planning.
Prepare and present reports in a clear and logical way, and contribute to multi-agency conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Include cost / 'best value' considerations in identification of resources and case planning.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered, possess a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other social worker roles in Newcastle please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Care recruitment team in the country.
Access to the broadest selection of vacancies across the UK.
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes.
We run a weekly payroll service.
Excellent rates of pay.
Personal service.

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs, to view a full selection of our current social worker vacancies visit synergygroup.co.uk.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T19:03+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children and Families team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Children and Families team, the appointed Qualified Social worker will be required to:

Work jointly with other professionals to undertake a holistic assessment of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families to set timescales.
Develop Family Support plans and participate in Child Protection plans. These plans will be informed by an assessment of need/risk and will identify desired outcomes within clearly defined timescales.
Ensure that service users' views are fully recorded during the assessment process and wherever possible are reflected in the subsequent case planning.
Prepare and present reports in a clear and logical way, and contribute to multi-agency conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Include cost / 'best value' considerations in identification of resources and case planning.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered, possess a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other social worker roles in Nottinghamshire please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to carenorth [at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Care recruitment team in the country.
Access to the broadest selection of vacancies across the UK.
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes.
We run a weekly payroll service.
Excellent rates of pay.
Personal service.

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs, to view a full selection of our current social worker vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £25.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T18:00+00:00

A number of Qualified Social Workers are required to join a Children and Families team in West Yorkshire.

The appointed Social worker will be required to:

Work jointly with other professionals to undertake a holistic assessment of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families to set timescales.
Develop Family Support plans and participate in Child Protection plans. These plans will be informed by an assessment of need/risk and will identify desired outcomes within clearly defined timescales.
Ensure that service users' views are fully recorded during the assessment process and wherever possible are reflected in the subsequent case planning.
Prepare and present reports in a clear and logical way, and contribute to multi-agency conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Include cost / 'best value' considerations in identification of resources and case planning.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered, possess a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other social worker roles in West Yorkshire please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Care recruitment team in the country.
Access to the broadest selection of vacancies across the UK.
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes.
We run a weekly payroll service.
Excellent rates of pay.
Personal service.

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs, to view a full selection of our current social worker vacancies visit synergygroup.co.uk.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £23.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:29+00:00

Evening and weekend support workers required to support clients in the bury area to access community activities such as bowling, cinema etc.
Must have previous experience in a supporting role. A driver would be advantageous.

Interviews to be held in Preston Town centre, please email CV to (email address removed) Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Bury
Salary: £6.00 - £8.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Repairs Scheduler

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:23+00:00

Repairs Scheduler Vacancy
A vacancy for a repairs scheduler is available in Widnes for someone with experience in organising technicians to attend the tenants house to carry out repair work. The candidate chosen for this vacancy must have used the system optitime before as this vacancy is for three weeks and the candidate must hit the ground running. If you have not used this system you cannot apply for this vacancy.
A driving licence is beneficial as the office is difficult to get to by public transport. If you require any further information please contact me.

Hays Construction & Property is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: North West
Salary: £5.00 - £7.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Starting 03/09/2010
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:23+00:00

Our client is looking for a social worker to join their busy family support and assessment team. Applicants will be required to carry a caseload of work allocated by managers within the service, undertake planning and reviews as well as undertaking some direct work with young people and their families.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake multi agency work.
Applicants should hold a relevant social work qualification as well as full registration with the GSCC.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Wakefield
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Weekend Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:22+00:00

We are looking for a weekend support worker to support a gent in the Bury area with an aquired brain injury accessing community and indoor activities such as the gym, playing the wii games console, watching movies etc. Must have had a previous support working role and experience working with Aquired Brain Injury would be preferred. A driver would be advantageous.

Interviews held in the Preston town centreRandstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Bury
Salary: £6.00 - £8.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:17+00:00

Our client is looking for an experienced social worker to join their busy advice and assessment team. The role will involve covering a duty rota, undertaking initial assessments and advising on best course of action. This role will involve working in a fast paced environment, multi agency working and undertaking visits.
Applicants should hold a relevant social work qualification, full registration with the GSCC and experience of working in a child protection environment.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Leeds
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:15+00:00

Location: Bradford
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:15+00:00

Location: Elland
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:13+00:00

Our client is looking an experienced social worker to join their busy advice and assessment team. The role will in involve covering a duty rota, undertaking initial assessments and advising on best course of action. This role will involve working in a fast paced environment, multi agency working and undertaking visits.
Applicants should hold a relevant social work qualification, full registration with the GSCC and experience of working in a child protection environment.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:12+00:00

Our client is looking to recruit a qualified Social Worker to work in the Community Older People Assessment & Care Management team. Applicants should hold a fill driving licence and have access to a car.
Applicants should hold a relevant social work qualification as well as full registration with the GSCC.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £19.00 - £23.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months +

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:10+00:00

Location: Leeds
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:09+00:00

Location: Bradford
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:08+00:00

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:07+00:00

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:06+00:00

Location: Leeds
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:04+00:00

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:03+00:00

Location: Bradford
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:01+00:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Children and Families team in Greater Manchester.

The appointed Social Worker will be required to:

Work jointly with other professionals to undertake a holistic assessment of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families to set timescales.
Develop Family Support plans and participate in Child Protection plans. These plans will be informed by an assessment of need/risk and will identify desired outcomes within clearly defined timescales.
Ensure that service users' views are fully recorded during the assessment process and wherever possible are reflected in the subsequent case planning.
Prepare and present reports in a clear and logical way, and contribute to multi-agency conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Include cost / 'best value' considerations in identification of resources and case planning.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered, possess a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other social worker roles in Greater Manchester please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Care recruitment team in the country.
Access to the broadest selection of vacancies across the UK.
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes.
We run a weekly payroll service.
Excellent rates of pay.
Personal service.

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs, to view a full selection of our current social worker vacancies visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £16.00 - £21.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T17:00+00:00

Location: Bradford
Salary: £19.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months+

Ukranian Speaking Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:56+00:00

Ukrainian speaking support worker required to work 2 days during the week in the Bury area to give support to a lady with learning disabilities to gain access to the community. shopping trips, cinema, meals out etc, therefore a car driver would be preferable for this position however not essential.
Must be prepared to come for an interview in Preston town centre.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Bury
Salary: £6.00 - £8.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Casual Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:52+00:00

support worker required in the preston area to assist service users who live in thier own homes and have learning disabilities or have complex needs and require assistance to access the community for social activities, shopping.
A driver would be advantageous and flexibility required as well as previous experience.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Preston
Salary: £6.00 - £8.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Housing Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:41+00:00

You’ll provide emotional and practical support to our service users, enabling them to gain increasing independence and develop their full potential. This will include:

Provide housing related support, supporting service users in managing debt
Act as a keyworker to allocated service users ensuring they have an up to date and complete support plans addressing their individual needs
Work closely with relevant statutory and voluntary organisations, making sure clients are referred to appropriate agencies for advice and counselling
Develop close links with the local community, promoting a greater understanding of mental health issues
Ensure the premises are in a good condition and health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times

About you:

Experience of working in mental health or a related setting
A flexible, positive and creative approach, and excellent communication skills
Able to engage service users in a wide range of developmental and rehabilitative activities
Strong motivational, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Able to identify and co-ordinate a range of services to meet individual needs
Good IT skills, including Word, email and databases

Giving thousands of people each year a new sense of purpose and fulfilment, we’re one of the UK’s biggest providers of mental health care. Join our West London Supported Housing service and become part of the most innovative mental health organisation in the country.

We offer great benefits, including 25 days’ holiday per year, contributory pension scheme, employee assistance programme and childcare vouchers.

Location: Ladbroke Grove, West London
Salary: £17,274 - £20,080 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 14/09/2010

Complex Care Manager (Dom Care)

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:35+00:00

To set up and manage home care packages for patients with complex needs.

The role includes assessment of patient need; lead in the recruitment process; training nurses and health care support workers to meet the needs of specific patients; performance management and formulation of personal development plans, leadership for the team; on-going day to day management of the care package; liaison with the multi-professional team; management of disciplinary issues with support from the Director of Operations and participation in the on call service.

Main duties:

Lead individual care packages and teams.
Provide advice and support to patients, families, Team Leader and carers.
Have a knowledge of individual patient care and the management of this as necessary to each individual care package.
Have a knowledge of the wider impact of complex care needs on the patient, family and carers.

Educate and train care team members in patient specific conditions, care needs and care activities.
Develop and communicate to team patient specific care plans
Offer clinical advice to patient family and care team based on own knowledge and experience.
Carry out care and train carers according to the companys clinical policies and guidelines and participate in the development and updating of these.
Identify and manage risk.

Ideally, you would be:

Registered Nurse
Experienced in Community Nursing
Experienced in working with patients with complex needs.
Experienced in managing staff
Experienced in strategic planning
Creative and innovative

Please send your CV to (email address removed).ukRandstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Westminster
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Mental Health Occupational Therapist

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:34+00:00

PERMANENT MENTAL HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Forensic Experience essential

Occupational Therapist, Band 6
Location: Norfolk
Salary: £21,176 to £27,000 depending on experience

We are recruiting for one of our private clients in Norfolk who are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist with previous mental health experience in a forensic/medium secure setting and/or with patients with Learning Disabilities.

You will contribute to the clinical programme of the Medium Secure Services by helping to develop, coordinate and ensure effective Occupational Therapy delivery.

We have a specialised permanent recruitment division who place in the NHS and private client across the UK. For more information on this Occupational Therapy job in Norfolk or any other jobs we have across the UK please call 02072598788 or email your CV through to (email address removed)

Unfortunately, we are only able to contact candidates who meet these requirements.

Hays Healthcare is a trading division of Hays Healthcare Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Norfolk
Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Project Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:05+00:00

Ou client is currently looking to recruit a Project Co-Ordinator for a Mental Health project based around the Nottingham City area.

The role will be community based and will require the ideal candidate to undertake Mental Health assessments for young people and will be based at a residential project, near Nottingham City Centre. You will be required to manage a case load, take part in report writing, risk assessments and offer help and support in the community.

It will be desirable if the candidate has experience of working with young people, Mental Health, alcohol related issues and Substance Misuse.

For more information, please call Hannah Baker on 0115 9644322 or e-mail (email address removed)
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £19,000 - £21,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T16:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children and Families team in Merseyside.

The appointed Social worker will be required to:

Work jointly with other professionals to undertake a holistic assessment of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families to set timescales.
Develop Family Support plans and participate in Child Protection plans. These plans will be informed by an assessment of need/risk and will identify desired outcomes within clearly defined timescales.
Ensure that service users' views are fully recorded during the assessment process and wherever possible are reflected in the subsequent case planning.
Prepare and present reports in a clear and logical way, and contribute to multi-agency conferences and meetings as appropriate.
Include cost / 'best value' considerations in identification of resources and case planning.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered, possess a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other social worker roles in Merseyside please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Care recruitment team in the country.
Access to the broadest selection of vacancies across the UK.
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes.
We run a weekly payroll service.
Excellent rates of pay.
Personal service.

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs, to view a full selection of our current social worker vacancies visit synergygroup.co.uk.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Merseyside
Salary: £22.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Benefit Investigation Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:57+00:00

Benefits Investigation Officer - Glasgow
An a great opportunity has arisen within a within a progressive, customer focused organisation within Glasgow. This is a temporary position covering until early next year. A full driving license and own vehicle is essential for this role.
Main duties to include:

To investigate cases of suspected benefit fraud in accordance with the law and regulations.
To receive and log referrals of suspected benefit fraud.
To undertake investigations of suspected benefit fraud and make recommendations
To undertake interviews under caution in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
To undertake any surveillance activity in connection with a suspected benefit fraud in accordance with the relevant codes of practice.
To carry out visits to claimant’s, landlords and employers.
To deal with correspondence arising from the work of the verification and investigations sub section.
To keep abreast of changes in legislation so as to assist in giving advice and guidance to colleagues.
In addition, you will need to achieve the following qualifications and skills:

Professionalism in Security (PINS)
Have sound knowledge of investigation techniques and good knowledge of welfare benefits
Computer literate
Please note applicants who are not PINS trained need not apply.
To apply please email your cv to (email address removed)

Location: Scotland
Salary: £15.00 - £17.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Childrens Home Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:36+00:00

Our client is looking for a Childrens Home Manager for their home based in Woodford Green. The home will provide residential care for up to 4 SEBD children.

This is a challenging and immensely rewarding role with a great support network at this progressive organisation.

You must have Social Care working background in residential care with Children & Young People, a proven track record of managing and leading; and you must be child focused and emotionally astute.

Also required RMA / NVQ4 or Equivalent and a thorough knowledge of The National
Minimum Standards for Childrens Homes
Minimum 5 years Residential Care experience with Children & Young People.

Please send your CV to (email address removed) or call Hayley on 01702 238 250 for more information. Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Woodford Green
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

QSW - Fostering Team - Aylesbury

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:36+00:00

For this job you’ll need to combine your professional Social Work experience, knowledge and skills to deliver a co-ordinated package of support. Focusing on the children involved, your support should be aimed at meeting their needs and ultimately improving their lives.

Working for Buckinghamshire County Council employees can enjoy a diverse caseload, flexibility, creativity, and autonomy; with an open culture where support and advice is available at all times with members striving to achieve a 5 star rating.

Buckinghamshire County Council offer a minimum of five days (pro rata) learning and development per person for both informal and formal learning such as courses, workshops, shadowing and project work.

In a recent survey 91% of employees reporting that they enjoy being part of their team and 81% of our people told Bucks CC "my manager recognises and acknowledges when I have done my job well". This is significantly higher than the Local Government average by 12%

In addition Buckinghamshire County Council offer:

Regular 1-2-1 and team meetings
Career reviews
Revision/study leave
Exam leave
Post entry training leave
Qualifications training
Professional Fees

In order to excel in this Qualified Social work job in Buckinghamshire you should be able to demonstrate excellent understanding Children’s legislation as well as excellent assessment skills. This Qualified Social Work job is for an exceptional Social Worker who is looking to take on a different and new challenge within a great team.

To apply for this qualified social work job, you MUST have:

Previous QUALIFIED experience within a Children & families Team
Proven assessment skills
Fostering experience as a QUALIFIED Social Worker

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job in Buckinghamshire please contact Mark Davis NOW on 0208 477 3660, or send your CV directly to (email address removed)

Hays Social Care is a trading division of Hays Social Care Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Aylesbury
Salary: £35,000 - £38,975 pa Benefits Package
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Interior AutoCAD Designer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:34+00:00

Interior AutoCAD Designer

Our client is a dynamic and forward thinking architectural interior design practice that brings the wow factor to work place interiors. They specialise in creating workspace that is not only visually striking but inspirational.

The job will be office based and require the right candidate to produce working drawings using AutoCAD 2010, designing work place interiors and space planning on projects ranging from £5-10million.

The post is a 3 month contract with the possibility of a permanent position for the right candidate. The role gives the opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career with a leading UK interior design organisation.

Candidate must have:

AutoCAD 2010 working knowledge
Interior Design experience
Knowledge of Photoshop and Presentational Packages
Commercial Office experience preferred

Location: West Midlands
Salary: £10.00 - £12.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

QSW Childrens Hospital

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:33+00:00

Our client, a highly regarded Children’s Hospital based in North London, is looking for an exceptional Qualified Social Worker to join their busy children & families team.

This Qualified Social Work job will involve:

Parenting assessments
Carrying out initial assessments
Intervention work
Ensuring services are holistic
To promote, encourage and enable parents in practicing safe and effective parenting skills
To facilitate therapeutic group work to children and young people

This is a different and diverse job, in a very busy team, and is therefore paying an EXCELLENT RATE OF PAY , you will also have the option to undertake FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS and have access to EXCELLENT SUPPORT from management

To apply for this qualified social work job, you MUST have:

GSCC registration
References covering the past 5yrs
Proven children’s experience

Start working for Hays Social Care in this Qualified Social Work Job and in return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for Hays Social Care you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

£250 Welcome Back Bonus once you have worked 250 hours
Free training
Potential to earn £500 in Loyalty Bonus’s
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague
Free Professional Counselling for social care workers
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award & prize
Dedicated & accessible consultant, over the phone & face to face

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job in North London please contact Mark Davis NOW on 0208 477 3660, or send your CV directly to (email address removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £30.00 - £35.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3-5 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Long Term Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:32+00:00

In addition Buckinghamshire County Council offer:

Regular 1-2-1 and team meetings
Career reviews
Revision/study leave
Exam leave
Post entry training leave
Qualifications training
Professional Fees

To apply for this qualified social work job, you MUST have:

Previous QUALIFIED experience within a Children & families Team
Proven assessment skills
Child protection experience as a QUALIFIED Social Worker

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job in Buckinghamshire please contact Mark Davis NOW on 0208 477 3660, or send your CV directly to (email address removed)

Location: Wycombe
Salary: £35,000 - £38,975 pa Benefits Package
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Senior Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:14+00:00

Our client provides residential, education and therepeutic services to vulnerable children and young people, and they are currently recruiting for a Senior Support Worker to work in their residential unit, based just outside of Croydon.
All applicants shoudl ideally have an NVQ Level 3 in childcare and have previous experience of working with thsi client group. You will be required to part of a professional team providing the care and control of a residential group of up to eighteen young women, and you must be able to lead shifts and take responsibility for overall managemet of the unit in the absence of a deputy manager.
UK right to work and a UK driving license are essential for this roleRandstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Surrey
Salary: £8.00 - £10.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:02+00:00

Our client based in West London is looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker in the Children and Families division in Family Resources.

The appointed Social Worker will be required to:

To act as key/worker to complete court ordered comprehensive parenting /family assessments and core assessments in relation to families with complex issues. (Assessments to use the DOH framework and require high quality analysis and recommendations).
To take a lead role in the collection and analysis of information obtained by other professionals and staff e.g.: contact supervisor or psychologist undertaking direct work as part of a joint assessment.
To work alongside other professionals ensuring inter agency work and communication relating to the assessment of families within a multi-agency context maintaining professional relationships with families, referrers and outside agencies.
To promote, encourage and enable parents to develop safe and effective parenting skills. To support families in maintaining or developing their quality of family life and where possible, in maintaining their independence within the community.
To keep case records up to date, produce and present high quality complex reports and other such reports as required.
To attend and participate in reviews, conferences, meetings and court as necessary.
Contribute to the maintenance of an emotionally secure, warm, stimulating and safe environment.
To assist in the development of policies, procedures and working practices at local, divisional and inter-agency levels.

The successful Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB.

To discuss this Social Work role or any other Children and Families roles in East London please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy group on: 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Worker recruitment team in the country
Access to broadest selection of vacancies across the UK
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes
We run a weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs; to view a full selection of our current social worker jobs please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £25.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T15:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in Newcastle.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Newcastle or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Children's Resource Centre Duty Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:53+00:00

Social Work Team Manager – Children’s Resource Centre Duty Manager

An east London borough urgently needs the services of an experienced Team Manager to manage a team of QSWs in the Children and Families Child Protection & Assessment team based at one of their Children’s Resource Centres on a permanent basis. This challenging but rewarding role will see your further develop your already evident people and system management skills.

The successful applicant with provide day to day and strategic leadership within both the team and the Children’s Trust, and to provide executive support to the Service Manager.

The authority is a supportive environment and there will be scope for long term professional and career progression with a clear promotional path and succession planning a priority, and a loyalty package is currently being put together.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

Delivering and improving services to children and families.
Ensure appropriate assessment services are provided and care plans are put in place and are responsive to the needs of children and their families.
To provide management, consultation, advice and guidance to team members on assessments and ongoing casework ensuring all cases are reviewed and monitored regularly.
Managing budgets and processes.
The coordinate with other stat, non stat and community organisations.
Preparation and writing of reports and briefing notes on operational issues for the HoS and other stakeholders.
Management of Information Systems.

For a discussion about the role and to get a full job description please send your CV to Brendan Shivnan, SWP (Social Work Professionals), 0844 844 1330. (email address removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Service Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:53+00:00

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading local provider of health and social care services, managing one of their services in South West London. The service is a 59 bed unit, consisting of residential, rehab and respite services. The succesful applicant will be supported by a clinical lead and head of residential and you will take overall responsability for the running of the service.
This is a role which requires a strong leader and experience within this field is essential. All applicants must hold the registered manager award, a recent CRB and have UK right to work.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: South West London
Salary: £27,000 - £35,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Nursery Nurse

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:41+00:00

This is an excellent opportunity for a Level 3 Nursrey Nurse to join a friendly 56 place Nursery which takes children from 6 weeks to 5 years.
You will be required to provide high quality care and activities for babies and children which recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment. Organise activities, both inside and outside the nursery, which encourage creativity development, co-ordination, independence, self expression, and learning through play. Be a key worker and work in partnership with parents.

All applicants must have a thorough understanding of the early years foundation, posess an NVQ 3 in childcare and have UK right to work
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Tadworth
Salary: £14,000 - £18,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Nursery Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:39+00:00

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a 109 place Nursery, which accepts children from 6 weeks to 5 years. The succesful applicant will be required to ensure the smooth running of the Nursery in accordance with company policy and Ofsted requirements. To enthuse all staff with a shared sense of pride and energy. To promote the Nursery as a business and build on it dealing with any issues as they arise.

All applicants must possess post qualifying supervisory experience, have a valid CRB and right to work in the UK.

Location: Maida Vale
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:14+00:00

RIG Social Care has an exciting opportunity for Support Workers who have the drive, enthusiasm and commitment to make a real difference to the lives of others.
Working exclusively with adults with learning disabilities, providing supported living in the community you will ideally be medication administration trained. Posessing control and restraint certification will also be an advantage but is not essential.

You must possess a minimum of NVQ 2/3 in Care or equivalent and be available to be included on a shift rota. Applications will also be welcomed from time served carers with a recent career in hands on care.

Our client based in Salisbury is an industry leader in providing excellent care to adults with learning difficulties and supported living. You will work alongside other Support Workers who take pride in the job they do and contribute positively to the lives of others.

This work is ongoing full time on contract 5 days over 7.

If you or anyone you know may be interested in this role, please contact Jason.

Location: Salisbury
Salary: £7.75 - £15.81 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:12+00:00

Our client is looking to recruit a qualified social worker to join their children with physical and learning disabilities team. The role will involve child protection, assessments, carrying a caseload and care planning. Applicants should hold a relevant social work qualification as well as full registration with the GSCC.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Manchester
Salary: £17.00 - £22.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Regional Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:04+00:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Regional Manager to oversee 5 Retirement Homes and Domiciliary Care services for Older People from Leeds to Edgbaston. Our client is looking for a forward thinker with a strong management background in the private or voluntary sector. This person could eventually be overseeing up to 15 homes so our client is looking for someone with excellent business acumen as well as extensive knowledge in the Health & Social Care sector, specifically in Domiciliary Care in order to increase the company's profits and push forward their presense in the market.

Our client provides care in the community and also owns and runs retirement villages & dom care services for adults aged 60yrs+.

Our client is ideally looking for someone with Leadership or Management award in Care. Interviews to be held ASAP.

Applicants without Dom Care experience will not be considered.

For more information please call Kerry Norman on 0161 831 5225 or forward your CV to (email address removed)

Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: UK Wide
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Nottinghamshire or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £21.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children and Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T14:00+00:00

Our client based in North London is looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker in the Children and Families division in Family Resources.

The appointed Social Worker will be required:

To act as key/worker to complete court ordered comprehensive parenting /family assessments and core assessments in relation to families with complex issues. Assessments to use the DOH framework and require high quality analysis and recommendations. Assessments to be completed within agreed timescales.
To take a lead role in the collection and analysis of information obtained by other professionals and staff eg: contact supervisor or psychologist undertaking direct work as part of a joint assessment.
To work alongside other professionals ensuring inter agency work and communication relating to the assessment of families within a multi-agency context maintaining professional relationships with families, referrers and outside agencies.
To promote, encourage and enable parents to develop safe and effective parenting skills. To support families in maintaining or developing their quality of family life and where possible, in maintaining their independence within the community.
To keep case records up to date, produce and present high quality complex reports and other such reports as required. To attend and participate in reviews, conferences, meetings and court as necessary.
To Contribute to the maintenance of an emotionally secure, warm, stimulating and safe environment.
To assist in the development of policies, procedures and working Practices at local, divisional and inter-agency levels.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB.

To discuss this Social work role or any other Children and Families roles in North London please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to SocialCareLondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with Synergy offers:

The most experienced Social Worker recruitment team in the country
Access to broadest selection of vacancies across the UK
The choice of PAYE or Limited Company schemes
We run a weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of social worker jobs; to view a full selection of our current social worker jobs visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £25.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Benefit Investigation Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T13:22+00:00

Benefits Investigation Officer - Glasgow

An a great opportunity has arisen within a within a progressive, customer focused organisation within Glasgow. This is a temporary position covering until early next year. A full driving license and own vehicle is essential for this role.

Main duties to include:

In addition, you will need to achieve the following qualifications and skills:
Professionalism in Security (PINS)
Have sound knowledge of investigation techniques and good knowledge of welfare benefits
Computer literate

To apply please email your cv to (email address removed)

Location: Scotland
Salary: £15.00 - £17.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 2011

Qualified Social Worker - Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T13:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children in Need team in South West London.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of a team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in South West London or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and Social Care jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T13:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in West Yorkshire.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West Yorkshire or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £20.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Residential Family Centre Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T12:34+00:00

A residential family centre in Cheshire is seeking a permanent manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced children and families worker with previous management experience looking to work in a residential management post. It is essential for this post that the applicant holds a management qualification and has previous children & families experience and is a qualified social worker registered with the GSCC to practice social work in the UK. Experience of dealing with placement plans, OFSTED regulations and previous management experience would be of benefit. Based near Manchester, the successful applicant will be drawing up rosters, monitoring and safeguarding children, assessing families, making care and placement plans and managing a small team. The role offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

For more information on this role, or other non statutory children’s work. Please contact Mark H at Service Care Solutions.

Location: Cheshire
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 pa Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T12:00+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in Greater Manchester.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Greater Manchester or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at] synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £22.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Birmingham: Principal Officer: Childrens Services

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:55+00:00

URGENTLY REQUIRED – PRINCIPAL OFFICER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent must be registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver. Candidates must have experience of discharging the duties of an Independent Reviewing Officer and thereby experience of chairing Child in Care reviews, Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 5 Years UK Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role, so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• Act as chairperson of complex meetings including Child In Care Reviews; Initial Child Protection Conferences, Child Protection Strategy Meetings
• Provide consultation on an intra and inter-agency basis on the application of the Birmingham Safeguarding Board Multi-Agency Safeguarding Procedures and in respect of Children in Care
• Comply with current legislation and guidance as it relates to the roles of the Independent Reviewing Officer and Child Protection conference chairperson
• Ensure Child Protection Conferences and Child In Care Reviews are undertaken within time scales and to the required standard
• Address quality and delay in child protection planning through audit and in care planning by consistent implementation of the RAG (quality assurance) process
• Promote multi-agency working
• 35 hours per week (must be willing to work flexibly to meet the requirements of this post)
• Immediate Start
• 3-6 month temporary contract

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £29.20 - £36.65 ph PAYE / LTD
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months +

Nottingham: Advanced Qualified Social Worker:Childrens Servi

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:44+00:00

URGENTLY REQUIRED – EXPERIENCED ADOPTION SOCIAL WORKER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent must be registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 2 Years UK Adoption Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role, so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• To ensure the delivery of appropriate services to children and their families, according to their assessed needs. This will include assessing the needs of children and their families against the Departments agreed threshold criteria and in accordance with National Guidance with set time scales, the creation and implementation of culturally appropriate care plans that demonstrate flexibility and innovative use of resources.
• To delivery good outcomes for children through taking referrals, completing timely assessments and implementing effective service plans that safeguard vulnerable children.
• To undertake child-focused assessments of need within a person centred approach, investigation and management of complex cases, including those of suspected abuse and neglect.
• To lead on safeguarding investigations in the most complex cases and where there are multiple incidents.
• To hold a case load of complex cases. To bring plans and matches to adoption panel and producing written reports and the relevant work towards the completion of the adoption pre-adoption order. .
• To apply advanced knowledge of a wide range of policies in reflective evidence based practice to improve outcomes for children, their families and to contribute to service development in policy review and task groups..
• With minimal supervision to undertake case management responsibilities that include child-focused assessments of need within a person centred approach, monitoring, co-ordinating and review of care plans.
• To assess and promote the life chances of vulnerable children, including children in care their health, education and leisure needs
• To maintain and produce professional case records and reports which are structured, clear, evidence based and logical in accordance with the Department’s case recording standards and practice.
• To ensure that records and user information is accurate, up to date, secure and maintained, using information technology in accordance with agreed data entry systems and Data Protection Act.
• To be conversant with Departmental policy and procedures
• To take part in team duty systems providing an immediate and responsive service as the need arises in emergency work.
• To represent the Authority in court routinely, providing reports and acting as the lead witness and providing support to less experienced colleagues and witnesses as required.
• To manage own workload effectively, maintaining appropriate records and preparing and submitting reports as required within agreed time scales.
• To participate in mentoring and supporting practice learning students and to train as a Practice Teacher if required.
• To attend team meetings as required, and to participate in individual supervision with the line manager as required by the Department’s supervision policy.
• To work pro actively to promote good relationships with other professionals and agencies, as well as with colleagues within the Social Care and the City Council.
• To work flexibly and to participate as a team member in developing the service and ensuring that it remains ‘customer driven’ and appropriate to the needs and demands of the City.
• To demonstrate commitment and sensitivity to ensuring equality of opportunity in service delivery.
• To undertake further training and development as necessary in order to enhance practice and service delivery.
• To practice in accordance with the Care Standards Act 2000 Code of Practice for Social Care Workers, GSCC guidelines and City Council Code of Conduct for Employees.
• 37 hours per week(flexible by negotiation)
• Immediate Start
• 3 Months - ongoing temporary contract

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: Nottingham
Salary: Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Sandwell: Senior Practitioner: Childrens Services (GSCC Reg)

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:44+00:00

URGENTLY REQUIRED – SENIOR PRACTITIONER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent, hold a PQ2 or be prepared to progress if not, registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 4 Years UK Post Qualifying Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• Duty & Assessment work (Children)
• Meet the assessed needs of children and families
• Home Visits
• Manage a complex case load
• Court Work
• Report Writing
• Mentor other less experienced members of staff
• 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation)
• 3 Month Temporary Contract
• Start date subject to CRB and reference clearance

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: West Midlands
Salary: Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months

Support Worker - Newcastle

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:33+00:00

We are currently recruiting a number of experienced supported workers/care workers to work with a service user with physical disabilities, complex needs and challenging behaviour.
Full time and part time available
(£6.12-£6.37 (dep on qualifications)
20% enhancement for unsociable hours

For more information please call Garry on 0191 233 1381 or alternatively email a copy of your CV to (email address removed)
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £6.00 - £7.00 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Rgn/Rmn

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:28+00:00

We are looking for experienced Registered General Nurses and Registered Mental Nurses who want to work for one of the largest independent care agencies in the United Kingdom. The care and nursing homes specialise in nursing ranging from Dementia care, care of the Elderly and many more.

The pay ranges from £10.00 - £13.00 an hour, some offer great training as well which increases your prospects as well as giving the best care possible. The homes range across the UK, some with the very highest accolades possible and really care about the residents they care for enhancing the lives they care for.

So if you want to be part of a dedicated team where you work in first-class facilities offering great care enriching the lives of the residents, where you can also improve yourself with their high-quality training scheme.

There are vacancies available in Birmingham, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Norfolk, Somerset and Hertfordshire.

This vacancy is advertised by Mark Walker, if you are interested in this position click below to apply now.

Location: UK Wide
Salary: £10.00 - £13.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Performance Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:25+00:00

To work with staff and tenants to promote a culture of continuous improvement and support staff in promoting the organisations values and delivering its objectives. To support the Organisational Development Director in developing, promoting and delivering an effective Performance Management Framework and corporate policy and strategy.

Experience:-

Experience of leading on and working with performance management frameworks and quality management systems
Proven experience of developing performance reports using a variety of statistical techniques
Proven experience of reporting to executive level
Experience of addressing data quality issues
Experience at Senior Management level and implementing performance management systems and/or information management
Experience of working in an environment of continuous improvement
Experience of consulting with customers and with customer focused processes.
Staff management and development.

Knowledge:-

Knowledge of bespoke software packages and ICT
Understanding of voluntary and public sector housing framework

Personal Skills:-

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate messages clearly and concisely in an engaging style.
Excellent organisational skills.
Able to implement and maintain administrative procedures and work within established timescale
Be flexible with the ability to work on own initiative and to tight timescales.
Able to prioritise, work under pressure and deliver to agreed deadlines.
Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
Computer literate and fully conversant with ICT systems.
Ability to manage constant and often conflicting demands with little supervision.

Qualifications:-

Relevant qualification relating to Performance Management
Excellent general level of education.

Location: Merthyr Tydfil
Salary: £45,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Part-time Suport Youth Workers-Evenings

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:23+00:00

Part time Youth Support Workers required in Buckinghamshire, various roles available, Support Youth Workers, Leaders in Charge and Duke of Edinburgh's Award Youth Workers.

Part time roles mainly twilight shifts between 3-6 hours per week

We are seeking to appoint dynamic and motivated individuals to work as part time youth workers in a number of our youth centres in the Winslow, Princes Risborough and Iver areas of Buckinghamshire.

You will have a commitment to developing and providing opportunities for young people to participate in positive activities and programmes that contribute to their personal development. Also training and advice regarding D of E, to individuals and groups of young people.

Preferably hold a relevant qualification or prepared to complete the BCC and Community training course ‘Principles of Youth work’. You will need to be able to build relationships with young people in order to develop informal education opportunities and to support and encourage. Would also be required to have some understanding of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and also experience of youth work as an educations process.

If you have a particular skill to offer why not get in touch and find out more about our jobs on offer! Please contact Lorraine on 01296 552004 and/or email your CV to (email address removed)

Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: £14,003 - £18,858 pa Pro Rata
Hours: Part-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Fostering Service Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:20+00:00

Do you have a recent post qualification experience in fostering?

Are you a Senior Social Worker who supervises a team of Qualified Social Workers?

Are you looking you ambitious and looking for the next stage development in your career?

A well established Independent Fostering Agency and who also won the investor award in people are looking for a Service Manager to head up a team of 8 or 9 Supervising Social Workers.

The role involves managing and being responsible for the quality of care provided to their foster carers and foster children as well as being the Ofsted registered manager.

Qualification:
Social work qualification: CQSW, Diploma in Social Work
Registered with the General Social Care Council

Experience:
Supervise staff
Recent fostering experience
Experience with Ofsted inspections
Experience of working for/with Local Authorities
Experience of serious case reviews
Experience being on a panel

Attributes:
Ambitious individual and wanting to stay to see the changes within the team and client group

Must have be a car driver with full clean driving licence.

The benefits once passed probation period:
Free healthcare
Pension contribution scheme
Access to interest-free car loan
40p mileage
20 annual leave

All candidates must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this position.

"Randstad Care operates as an employment business for the supply of temporary staff and an employment agency for the supply of permanent staff."
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: North Harrow
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 pa Depending on Experience
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Residential Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:19+00:00

Our client requires a RSW to support young people with emotional and behavioural issues in a residential setting. Previous experience of working in this environment is essential and NVQ3 is desirable.

Shifts cover days, nights,evenings and weekends

Please email your cv to (email address removed)

Location: Barnsley
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Residential Family Centre Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:15+00:00

A residential family centre in Cheshire is seeking a permanent manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a experienced children and families worker with previous management experience looking to work in a residential management post. It is essential for this post that the applicant holds a management qualification and has previous children & families experience. Experience of dealing with placement plans, OFSTED regulations and previous management experience would be of benefit. Based near Manchester, the successful applicant will be drawing up rosters, monitoring and safeguarding children, assessing families, making care and placement plans and managing a small team. The role offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

For more information on this role, or other non statutory children’s work. Please contact Mark H at Service Care Solutions.

Location: Cheshire
Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Part-time Scheme Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:02+00:00

Our client is a leading North West based Housing Association and they are seeking a Scheme Manager to join their team on a 6 month fixed term contract.

You will be responsible for managing a Sheltered Housing Scheme in Stockport and will include

Promoting the independence, dignity, security, rights and wellbeing of residents
Encouraging a mutually supportive environment at the scheme, where equality of opportunity, choices, privacy and confidentiality are respected
Acting as co-ordinator of support, assessing needs, accessing services and monitoring services provided
Ensuring the proper adminstration, management and maintenance of the scheme in accordance with the organisations standards and procedures
Providing a housing management service to the tenants within the scheme

Duties will include

Contacting the tenants daily to check on their well being
Recognising and identifying the support needs of residents and liaising with other agencies
Participating in support planning/monitoring and attending case conferences where required
Carrying out scheme inspections
Promoting, encouraging and facilitating social activities
Monitoring and supervising the work of cleaners and service contracts
Carrying out housing management duties such as viewings, rent arrears and organising repairs

This role is 20 hours per week which is worked 9am - 1pm, Monday to Friday

You will have experience of working in supported housing previously, ideally within Sheltered Housing and the role is subject to a current Enhanced CRB

Location: Stockport
Salary: £12,819 - £15,655 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in Merseyside.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Merseyside or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Merseyside
Salary: £23.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children in Need team in West London.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of a team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West London or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Registration Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T11:00+00:00

We require a Registration officer for a council based in Bedfordshire. Pay rate: £14ph Duration: 3 months on going contract.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Conduct statutory and non-statutory ceremonies including (but not limited to) marriage, civil partnership, citizenship, renewal of vows, commitment and baby naming ceremonies (together referred to as "ceremonies").

Take notices of, and issue authorities for, marriages and civil partnerships. Act as celebrant at ceremonies at approved venues and other places where ceremonies may be conducted.

Maintain all necessary registers and records relating to ceremonies to ensure that statutory requirements and the requirements of the Proper Officer or the Registration Services Manager are complied with.

Deal in a friendly manner with all enquiries from the public and otherwise relating to ceremonies or other responsibilities of the post to ensure that a high standard of customer care is maintained.

Ensure that all fees received are processed and recorded in accordance with the Council's financial procedures.

Act in any other capacity in the LRS, particularly to carry out any administrative role that may be required or to carry out duties relating to ceremonies or citizenship.

Person Specification

Must have previous experience of Register births and deaths in accordance with statutory provisions.

Attention to detail with good numerate skills.

Email cv's to (email address removed)

Location: London
Salary:
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Fostering Social Worker-Completing Assessments

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T10:39+00:00

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER/SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER-FOSTERING- TAMESIDE £17.00-£21.50 PER HOUR

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER JOB IN TAMESIDE

I am currently recruiting for a social worker to join a fostering team in Tameside. You will be required to supervise foster carers and complete assessments including kinship assessments. This is an urgent request and you must be able to commence employment within the next 2 weeks. For more information please apply online for the job or call Laura Driscoll on 0161 236 3617

In line with this role I am willing to offer an online CRB for an experienced applicant-the processing time on this is much quicker than a paper CRB application and you will get a much quicker turn around on the jobs you wish to apply for (Often within 7 days dependent on referencing and compliance)

You must be registered with the GSCC as a qualified social worker and have extensive experience of social work within local government, the voluntary or independent sector.
You must hold a valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but also whilst working for Hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

£500 loyalty bonus
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a qualified social worker
Free professional counselling service
Online CRB application (Much more time efficient than paper CRB applications)

(Terms & conditions apply on the above)

To apply for this Social Work job in Tameside please do not hesitate to contact Laura Driscoll on the Hays Social Work team-0161 236 3617 or send your CV in MS Word format to (email address removed)

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £17.50 - £21.35 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months Plus

Staff Nurse in Substance Misuse

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T10:04+00:00

Our client is an Addiction Service in Wolverhampton and provides treatment to those who use drugs and / or alcohol problematically. Individuals can access the service by self-referral through the Drop In Assessment Clinics.

We are looking for Registered Nurses with a background in Substance Misuse to join the teams working on a contract basis through our agency.

To apply this role you must have an up to date NMC Pin Number
You will have previous experience of working within the field of substance misuse and will be dedicated to ensuring clients rehabilitate and recover as comfortably as possible.
You will have expereince of conducing front line assesments.

This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated individuals to work with a centre at the forefront of addiction issues, that is striving to make a difference for the service users and the subsequent communities that they live in.

For more information or to apply for this contract please contact Kate Hacking on 0161 831 5225 or forward your CV to (email address removed)

Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £15.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Month to Month

Senior Practioner - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T10:01+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Child Protection team in Newcastle.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

Applying relevant child care legislation to cases including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
Applying the theory and practice of child care planning to cases.
Interviewing children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on these interviews.
Writing reports and communicating with a number of relevant stakeholder groups.
The organisation and prioritisation of your workload.
Operating within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out child in need assessments and making recommendations.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent. This role also requires the applicant to be registered with the GSCC and have a current CRB.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Newcastle or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Communications & Marketing Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T10:01+00:00

To develop and implement the communications and marketing strategy

Experience:

Experience of communication and marketing strategies
Experience of effective media relations
Experience of internal communications including communication of key corporate messages in a relevant and engaging style for employees.
Able to demonstrate positive press coverage achieved as a result of own initiatives.
Experience of managing the production of printed material, including brochures, leaflets, briefing third party designers/printers to ensure corporate brand and style is met.
Experience of writing press releases aimed at all levels of the media.
Experience of marketing.
Staff management and development.

Knowledge & Understanding:

An ability to understand the needs and perceptions of clients, handling difficult situations sensitively together with the ability to understand the needs of different individuals.
Understanding of the area and its key social challenges.
Knowledge of local press
An understanding of web and other technological developments that could be used to the advantage of the organisation.

Skill & Qualities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate messages clearly and concisely in an engaging style.
Excellent organisational skills.
Be flexible with the ability to work on own initiative and to tight timescales.
Able to prioritise, work under pressure and deliver to agreed deadlines.
Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
Computer literate and fully conversant with ICT systems.
Ability to manage constant and often conflicting demands with little supervision.

Qualifications:

Educated to degree level in Marketing and Communications
Good general level of education.
Copywriting and editing skills

Location: Merthyr Tydfil
Salary: £40,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T10:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a vibrant Children in Need team in a North London Authority.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Facilitate and undertake timely comprehensive risk assessment of children and families and to carry a complex caseload involving multi-disciplinary social work.
Undertake specific tasks for absent colleagues on cases requiring action under the direction of the Children in Need team manager.
Chairing meetings, where appropriate, under direction of a team manager for the service users and less experienced staff.
Represent the Department on working groups or liaison meetings involving Health, Housing and other agencies.
Contribute to local and departmental training on practice issues in line with departmental policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate records, updating all changes on relevant databases.
Provide high quality services which are cost-effective and appropriate to the specific needs of the families.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience. Experience of Section 47 investigations and assessments is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in North London or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care Team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk.

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work and social care jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £22.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Registered Manager - Adults

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:54+00:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Shropshire region for a dymanic experienced domiciliary care manager to head up the operations of the domiciliary care office with emphasis on developing the buisness, growth and profitability.

The company provide care in the community for adults aged 60yrs + This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate, the client are looking for a strong registered manager with an entrepreneurial attitude to develop the buisness and drive the company forward.

You must have a minimum of ideally NVQ level 4 and or a leadership or management award in care

For more information please call William on 0121 212 2292 or forward your CV to (email address removed)
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Shropshire
Salary: £30.00 - £32.00 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Repairs Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:45+00:00

Repairs Manager - Housing Association - Maintenance - Management

To meet the needs of their residents my client is expanding their in-house Repairs Team. The value of the work undertaken is to double and the team will employ over 30 people. They now need a dynamic manager to lead and develop this important service.

Applicants will need considerable experience of building maintenance services and be able to demonstrate a track record of customer involvement in defining and monitoring service delivery. Keen business and financial skills are required, as is the ability to provide value for money and high quality services in the not for profit sector.

Knowledge of construction and health and safety legislation is required and a management qualification is desirable.

Good communication and strategic management skills are essential as the successful applicant will develop a comprehensive business plan to show how the Repairs Team will meet our residents' needs, now and in the future.

Basic benefits

Paid annual leave (29 days with the option to buy or sell)
Paid sick leave
Permanent health insurance scheme
Stakeholder pension scheme which includes life insurance
Long service awards – up to £2,500
Paid time off for medical appointments
Interest free loans for season ticket, congestion charge, study and bicycles
Eye tests paid for and contribution towards glasses or lenses
Professional membership fees paid
Pay for being a First Aider or Fire Marshall
Discount on HSA rates
Mobile phones provided where appropriate
Free counselling and legal advice scheme for you and your family
Use of internet and email

Work-life balance and flexible working:

Significant options for flexible working including working at home, compressed hours, flexi-time, part-time working, job share, annual hours, term time working, altered hours etc.
Sabbaticals – up to a year off (subject to a minimum qualifying period)
Maternity leave – up to a year off including 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay
Paternity leave – 10 days fully paid
Paid adoption leave – with up to a year off
Carers leave
Compassionate leave
Paid time off for certain public service activities

Developing, promoting and appraising you:

Internal promotion and sideways move opportunities
Secondment opportunities
Your own individual training programme
Extremely comprehensive internal training programme
Opportunities to go on external courses and conferences
Paid sponsorship for professional qualifications with time off
Team and organisation away-days and conferences
Structured one to one and supervision sessions
Annual performance appraisal

This is an exciting opportunity so if you feel that you are suitable for the role then please don't hesitate to contact Jon Kelson on 01483 766797

Post Objective:

To deliver a value for money, high quality, customer focussed repairs service to residents
To lead and develop the repairs team
To assist the Head of Property Services provide high quality asset management.

Responsible to: Head of Property Services

Responsible for: Repairs Team (30)

Job Dimensions: Primary reporting line is to Head of Property Services. The role will include close working relationship with other managers, external suppliers, internal contractors, residents and client officers. Lead the sections management team and be part of Property Services management team.

Main Duties:

Lead the repairs team to deliver high quality repairs and associated services to residents
Participate in the management of the Property Services section.
Manage the staff employed in the Repairs team.
Manage the service in line with the approved business plan
Report to the Board and relevant residents groups on Repairs team performance.
Report on key business plan issues including new opportunities and risks.
Develop effective policies to deliver customer focused maintenance in collaboration with residents and officers in property services
Responsible for the delivery of a high quality repair service ensuring value for money and excellent standard of customer care and engagement.
Ensure the Repairs team meets its agreed targets and makes a positive contribution to objectives.
Develop a culture of continuous service improvement and strive to deliver top quartile performance on all KPIs.
Overall responsibility for the repairs team budgetary control.
Overall responsibility for compliance with health and safety regulations and promotion of safe working.
Overall responsibility for delivering highest standards.
Overall responsibility for making a positive budgetary contribution through making a surplus on the trading account
Overall responsibility for the strategic management of the repairs team including medium term HR, IT and business planning.
Prepare regular updates to the business plan identifying business opportunities and updating risks to the service.
Any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post.

Location: Surrey
Salary: £47,000 - £52,000 pa 29 Days Holiday + Excellent Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Senior Practitioner - Initial Response Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:45+00:00

SENIOR PRACTITIONER – INITIAL RESPONSE TEAM
EAST LONDON £30.00 LTD
Temporary Social Work Jobs in East London

Responsible for your own caseload, you will focus on providing complex assessments of children at risk of harm. You will carry out initial assessments, make referrals, be part of the duty rota and be responsible for issuing details reports on each case. As a senior practitioner you will be responsible for the supervision of up to 4 social workers, and be a mentor to new members of the team.

To be considered you must have previously worked within a Local Authority Children & Families/Child Protection team or private setting and have a proven track record with up-to-date knowledge on current legislation. GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague*
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Access to a £250 Welcome Bonus once you have worked 250 hours*
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to Ashley Gotz on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £30.00 - £35.00 ph Hays Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months+

Substance Misuse Nurse

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:40+00:00

My client for over 40 years has been helping individuals and families cope with the challenges of addiction.

We are looking for a first level registered nurse, with post-registration experience, to help people with drug and alcohol problems to turn their lives around.

Providing clear messages on harm reduction and health promotion.
If you're a team player and good communicator who is used to delivering nursing interventions in a community setting, find out more.

These roles are available on a contract basis.

For more information and to apply for the roles please send your CV to (email address removed) or call 0161 831 5225Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £18.00 - £21.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: On-Going Contract Av

Domiciliary Care Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:37+00:00

My client is looking for a Domiciliary Care Manager for their agency in the Staffordshire area.

The successful candidate will be:
" Responsible for the day-to-day running of the business
" Main contact for external organisations - CQC and Local Authorities
" Taking lead role in CQC inspections - ensuring continued registration with "good" rating or better
" Ensuring the Company's compliance with statutory standards
" Maintaining up-to-date policies and procedures
" Supervision of Office Staff and Senior Carers
" Developing services in line with requirements of "Personalisation"
" Implement a program of Carer Recruitment
" Maintaining various spreadsheets containing financial information
" Helping to develop a Company Website
" Helping to develop and implement an advertising strategy
" Maintaining & developing further a high quality needs led service
" Managing resources
" Timetabling meetings and taking minutes

NVQ level 4 and a proven track record of management experience within the field of domiciliary care are essential. RMA desirable.

Please forward your CV to (email address removed) or 0121 212 2292

Randstad Care are a market leader in providing a specialist recruitment service in Social Care. Randstad Care operates as an employment business for the supply of temporary staff and an employment agency for the supply of permanent staff. We offer an excellent package to applicants, including inflated salaries, specialist market knowledge, a designated consultant, extensive in-house and long distance training, a Continuous Professional Development training fund.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Staffordshire
Salary: £30.00 - £34.00 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Childrens Hospital

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:33+00:00

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL – PRE BIRTH ASSESSMENT £24.00 Per Hour

Our Client in South East London is looking to recruit a Hard working reliable Social Worker for their busy hospital Team, for the following role you have to be fully aware and understand the duties and responsibilities arising from the Children Act 2004 and Working Together in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people as this applies to your role within the Council. To also be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply
to vulnerable adults in relation to your work role.

You will need to combine your professional experience, knowledge and skills to deliver a coordinated package of support that is focused around the children or young people involved, aimed at meeting their needs and ultimately improving their lives.
Candidates will be responsible for taking all referrals, undertaking initial and core assessments and S47 enquiries, to work on Duty, undertake Initial Assessments, and possibly work on some Child Protection cases.

To be considered you must have a proven track record within a Children’s Hospital Environment and must be up-to-date on current legislation. GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague*
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Hays Qualified Social Work Desk on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: South East London
Salary: £24.00 - £26.00 ph Hays Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months+

Qualified Social Worker-16+ Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:32+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a 16+ team in the role of a qualified social worker. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and have the ability to effectively carry case loads. The individual who wishes to apply for this post must have experience in this field. The duties for this role will include:

Working in partnership with looked after children, unaccompanied minors and care leavers.

The ability to fully support these youths from the transition in adulthood and teach them how to live independently.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Children and Young People's Services

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:31+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join an people's services team in the role of a qualified social worker. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and have the ability to effectively carry case loads. The individual who wishes to apply for this post must have experience in this field. The duties for this role will include:

To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.

To undertake interviews, observation and gather information from children, families and other agencies. To analyse, summarise and evaluate this information to provide a holistic assessment of a childs needs

To understand the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors in which to establish the needs of an individual child

To assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Youth Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:30+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a youth team in the role of a qualified social worker. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and individuals must have the ability to effectively carry case loads. The individual who wishes to apply for this post must have experience in this field . The duties for this role will include:

To develop and deliver youth work provision for positive activities that support young peoples personal and social development and wellbeing.

Identifying the needs of young people and developing curriculum-based projects, activities and opportunities to meet them.

Delivering projects, activities and opportunities for young people within a team of youth workers, workers in training and volunteers.

Working with young people and other workers to evaluate young peoples outcomes and outputs.

Supervising and supporting staff involved in programme delivery.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Senior Practitioner-Older People

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:30+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a older people team in the role of a senior practitioner. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and have the ability to effectively carry case loads. The individual who wishes to apply for this post must have experience in this field, especially working with clients in an ASSD. The duties for this role will include:

This is a part time (ONLY) post in an assessment team for older people.

Completing complex assessments of need, risk management, including investigations of adult abuse. Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

Proven ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities. This post is for a practitioner only, and does not involve management or supervision of staff.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Senior Practitioner-Older People

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:29+00:00

This is a part time (ONLY) post in an assessment team for older people.

Completing complex assessments of need, risk management, including investigations of adult abuse. Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

Proven ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities. This post is for a practitioner only, and does not involve management or supervision of staff.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Children and Young People's Services

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:29+00:00

To understand the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors in which to establish the needs of an individual child

To assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:29+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a care team in the role of a qualified social worker dealing with child protection. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and have the ability to effectively carry case loads. The individual who wishes to apply for this post must have experience in this field . The duties for this role will include:

To assess, identify levels of risk and need and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk or in need.

To promote the welfare of children in need with particular regard for their age, sex, health, race, religion, culture and life experience.

To provide verbal and written reports to Child Protection conferences, strategy meetings, planning meeting and reviews.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-16+ Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:28+00:00

Working in partnership with looked after children, unaccompanied minors and care leavers.

The ability to fully support these youths from the transition in adulthood and teach them how to live independently.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:28+00:00

To assess, identify levels of risk and need and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk or in need.

To promote the welfare of children in need with particular regard for their age, sex, health, race, religion, culture and life experience.

To provide verbal and written reports to Child Protection conferences, strategy meetings, planning meeting and reviews.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:28+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a care team in the role of a qualified social worker dealing with fostering. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work and have the ability to effectively carry case loads

To offer advice and guidance to Districts and members of the public on fostering matters.

To ensure that all equalities issues are integrated into day to day work, monitoring and service planning.

To comply with the requirement to maintain confidentiality of information at all times, including details of service users, residents, clients, suppliers, contractors, staff and finances.

To achieve the required standard of competence to effectively use industry standard applications such as Microsoft Office as well as social care record systems.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Adoption

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:28+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join a care team in the role of a qualified social worker dealing with adoption. Duties of this job will include preparing files for inspection, Court work, the ability to effectively carry case loads and help the young people in their care work towards independent living.

The manager is looking for a Qualified Social Worker with experience in post qualifying adoption experience.

To assist in the recruitment, training, development, support, assessment and review of prospective adopters.

To be aware of, and to promote, the needs of children being looked after by the Local Authority.

To assist in the process of matching the needs of the children with the resources available in the Family Placement Service.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Adoption

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:27+00:00

The manager is looking for a Qualified Social Worker with experience in post qualifying adoption experience.

To assist in the recruitment, training, development, support, assessment and review of prospective adopters.

To be aware of, and to promote, the needs of children being looked after by the Local Authority.

To assist in the process of matching the needs of the children with the resources available in the Family Placement Service.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Youth Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:26+00:00

To develop and deliver youth work provision for positive activities that support young peoples personal and social development and wellbeing.

Identifying the needs of young people and developing curriculum-based projects, activities and opportunities to meet them.

Delivering projects, activities and opportunities for young people within a team of youth workers, workers in training and volunteers.

Working with young people and other workers to evaluate young peoples outcomes and outputs.

Supervising and supporting staff involved in programme delivery.

Candidates must have GSCC registration.
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB.

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Adoption

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:26+00:00

The manager is looking for a Qualified Social Worker with experience in post qualifying adoption experience.

To assist in the recruitment, training, development, support, assessment and review of prospective adopters.

To be aware of, and to promote, the needs of children being looked after by the Local Authority.

To assist in the process of matching the needs of the children with the resources available in the Family Placement Service.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:25+00:00

Looking for enthusiastic individual to join a dynamic social care team as a qualified social worker. Duties of this job will include to provide quality social work services to children and their families based on the policy and objectives of the Department for Children, Schools & Families; To carry a caseload of child care cases, which include child protection, initiating court proceedings, children in care and family support; To employ a variety of evidence-based social work skills and methods in order to achieve specific objectives as agreed with service users and the Team Manager / Assistant Team Manager.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker-Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:25+00:00

To offer advice and guidance to Districts and members of the public on fostering matters.

To ensure that all equalities issues are integrated into day to day work, monitoring and service planning.

To comply with the requirement to maintain confidentiality of information at all times, including details of service users, residents, clients, suppliers, contractors, staff and finances.

To achieve the required standard of competence to effectively use industry standard applications such as Microsoft Office as well as social care record systems.

Candidates must have GSCC registration
Relevant qualifications (DIPSW)
Candidates must also be willing to complete an enhanced CRB

Location: London
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering Team.

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:23+00:00

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER – FOSTERING TEAM – West London
QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER FOR A WELL ESTABLISHED FOSTERING TEAM £25+ Per HOUR

Our client in Essex are looking for a dedicated, determined and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their fostering team on a temporary basis.

For this job you will need to combine your professional experience, knowledge and skills to deliver a coordinated package of support that is focused around the children or young people involved, aimed at meeting their needs and ultimately improving their lives.

Responsible for your own caseload, you will focus on providing assessments of special guardians and act as a family finder for children in need of fostering.

To be considered you must have previously worked within a Local Authority fostering team or private setting and have a proven track record with up-to-date knowledge on current legislation.

GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for Hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague*
Free compliance service
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Access to a £500 Loyalty Bonus *
Free access to a Professional Counselling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Ashley Gotz on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £25.00 - £27.50 ph Hays Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months+

Child Protection Co-Ordinator

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:03+00:00

The oppurtunity has come for a CPC to join a highly organised team in sussex. The main duties of this role is to:

To chair child protection conferences and other multi agency meetings in complex cases.

To provide expert advice and consultation to the Department and outside agencies.

To contribute to the provision of an effective child protection service by evaluating and monitoring practice and the implementation of policy and procedures.

To chair child protection conferences on behalf of the Safeguarding Board within statutory timescales.

To provide expert advice and consultation on all child protection matters to social work teams and other relevant agencies.

To monitor and evaluate the implementation of SCB and departmental policies and procedures and to contribute to their formulation.

To assist in the provision of training both within the department and the SCB network.

To join with the Group Senior Child Protection Co-ordinator in providing professional leadership on best practice in child protection work.

All candidates must be GSCC registered and have a CRB chek dated within the last 12 months

For more information please contact Malaika at Randstadcare on 020 7932 6200

Location: Sussex
Salary: £32.00 - £38.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3months-Ongoing

Approved Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:03+00:00

Randstad Care are looking for an Approved Social Worker to join a busy and supportive team in London.

You must have experience of:

Undertaking assessments with service users and carers, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the impact of mental illness.

Undertaking risk assessment and risk management with people with severe and enduring mental illnesses.

Working with service users to identify and compile appropriate care support packages, taking into account their racial identity and cultural preferences, choice, strengths and needs.

Empowering service users in a culturally sensitive and non-discriminatory manner.

Undertaking assessments in a multi-disciplinary setting.

All Candidates must be GSCC registered and have a clean CRB Check dated within the last 12months.

For more information please caontact Malaika at Randstadcare on 020 7932 6200

Location: East London
Salary: £28.00 - £32.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3months-Ongoing

Domiciliary Care Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:03+00:00

Our client a large public sector organisation with operations across Cornwall has a requirement for Domiciliary Care Workers to support clients across the county.
The Domiciliary Care Workers in Cornwall will assist with personal care, prepare meals, perform household duties where required, and maintain and update care records.
The Domiciliary Care Workers in Cornwall are required to hold NVQ 2 or above in Care or equivalent.
The Domiciliary Care Workers are required to hold current first aid, manual handling, and ideally a food hygiene certificate.
The Domiciliary Care Workers in Cornwall will enjoy ongoing contracts and good rates of pay.
To apply for the Domiciliary Care Worker position in Cornwall please contact Mark Stevens directly on 02380 632 990.

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £7.50 - £10.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Senior Practioner - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Child Protection team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

Applying relevant child care legislation to cases including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
Applying the theory and practice of child care planning to cases.
Interviewing children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on these interviews.
Writing reports and communicating with a number of relevant stakeholder groups.
The organisation and prioritisation of your workload.
Operating within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out child in need assessments and making recommendations.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent. This role also requires the applicant to be registered with the GSCC and have a current CRB.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Nottinghamshire or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children with Disabilities team in South East London.

Working within the Children with Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Manage a caseload consisting of court work, children on the child protection register, children looked after as well as children in need.
Knowledge of childcare legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
The ability to interview children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on your findings.
The ability to organise and prioritise caseloads.
The ability to operate within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out Child in Need assessments.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in South East London or in the Children with Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Learning Disabilities team in South East London.

Working within the Adults with Learning Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provide a responsive person-centred social work service within a multi-disciplinary team.
Developing care plans and managing caseloads.
Monitoring and reviewing packages of support and maintaining up to date files.
Use appropriate methods of assessment and intervention within relevant statutory and departmental requirements. This will include day services and supported accommodation provision.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in South East London or in the Adults with Learning Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Domestic Violence Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

Randstad care are looking for a QSW to become a part of a busy team to anticipate the role of a domestic violence work. For this role you must be able to do th following:

To hold an allocated caseload and be responsible for the provision of direct services to children and their families. This will involve carrying out assessments of need and providing practical and supportive services based on those assessments. You will be based in one of the service areas , either looked after children or family support.

To carry out specific tasks and duties in relation to complex cases where the case responsibility is held by an allocated social worker.

To undertake these duties within agreed service objectives, policies and procedures including the Council's Equal Opportunities Policy.

All candidates must be GSCC registered

For more information please contact Malaika at Randstad care on 020 7932 6200

Location: Barnet
Salary: £24.00 - £26.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3months-Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

We are looking for a QSW to provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.

Your main duties include:

To understand the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors in which to establish the needs of an individual child

To assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework

To provide written and verbal reports which are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence

To review and reassess when necessary and be open to a change of view in response to new evidence

All candidates must be GSCC registed, with a CRB check dated within the last 12 months and a full clean driving licence

For more information please contact Malaika at Randstad Care on 020 7932 6200

Location: Hackney
Salary: £30.00 - £35.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Six Months

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T09:01+00:00

We are looking for a QSW to work for a highyly organised and supportive team in surrey. You will be expected to carry out the main duties required as a QSW which includes all of the following and more:

Carries a caseload and meets agreed workload targets.

Participates in team arrangements to provide an urgent or emergency response, during working hours, as required.

Undertakes assessments of need and constructs care plans and packages to meet the needs of service users and carers.

Purchases services to meet assessed needs, seeking the appropriate authorisation from the budget holder. To liaise with providers as required.

All candidates must be GSCC registered and hold a full clean driving licence.

For more info pleaase contact Malaika at Randstadcare on 020 7932 6200

Location: Surrey
Salary: £21.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3months-Ongoing

Assistant Team Manager, Care & Protection Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:58+00:00

Assistant Team Manager, Care & Protection, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Salary Range – Up to £38,975

Assistant Team Manager required within C&P based from High Wycombe, for our client Buckinghamshire County Council. You will assist in prioritising assessment and planning for the range of services within the Children and Families portfolio. This includes co-ordination and delivery of a range of social work services to children, young people and their families.

Main Duties of the Assistant Team Manager Job:

To supervise staff, qualified and unqualified up to and including Senior Social Workers to ensure the continuity of service delivery by the team.
To manage the unallocated cases within the team, to identify any action required and delegate as necessary
Undertake assessments in conjunction with the service user, their parents or carers and other agencies.
To act as a resource for other team members in working with complex cases and contribute to training staff
To attend court and support less experienced social workers during legal proceedings

To apply for the job of a Assistant Team Manager in Buckinghamshire you will required:

Qualification in Social Work (eg: DipSW)
GSCC Registration
Extensive knowledge of the legislative and theoretical framework
Demonstrable work experience in a role within a Children’s Services Department
Experience in effective man-management
Experience of carrying out assessments of need and risk in Children’s Services
Have good interpersonal skills
IT skills
Ideally have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle

You will be supporting our children and families by coordinating and delivering a range of services to meet their needs. In return, we will support you with all the resources needed to help you meet the demands of a challenging job and develop your career.

Location: Wycombe
Salary: Up to £38,975 pa Excellent Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Occupational Therapist

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:51+00:00

Randstad Care has an exciting opputunity for a band 5 paediatric Occupational Therapist to work three days a week at an established school in South West London. You will be required to work with children up to twelve years old who have impared vision that require help with day to day activities. Randstad care is looking for someone who is available in the coming weeks and someone who is passionate about their work, looking to progress.

All applicants must be HPC registered. For more information pleasse contact AKi Neofitou on 0121 234 7640.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Greater London
Salary: £20.00 - £30.00 pa Dependant on Experience
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: On Going

Qualified Social Workers - Referral & Assessment

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:50+00:00

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKERS – Referral & Assessment
Salary Range - Up to £38,975
Vacancies in High Wycombe and Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

We asked our valued staff why they stay with Buckinghamshire CC - they told us that they wouldn’t find the same kind of close team working and support anywhere else.

Qualified Social Workers are required for various jobs based in High Wycombe or Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire for our Referral & Assessment team. Join us and enjoy a manageable yet diverse caseload, flexibility and autonomy, working in an open, empowering and supportive culture.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Role:

•Complete initial assessments on children in need or vulnerable children within seven working days of referral
•Investigate allegations of abuse against children where there are concerns that they are suffering or at risk of suffering significant harm
•Assess, assist, and/or provide accommodation for children who are at risk of significant harm or who are beyond parental control
•Initiate care proceedings under the Public Law Outline where needed
•Represent the Local Authority at the local Multi-Agency Public Protection Panel
•Seek to improve children’s ‘well being’ as defined by the five Every Child Matters outcomes
•Ensure children are presented to child protection conferences within the requirements of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ guidance.
•Undertake Section 37 private law proceeding court statements
•Provide a duty system for multi-agency referrals from all stakeholders where concerns have been expressed for the wellbeing of children
•Work with National Asylum Support Service and other stakeholders to provide appropriate assessments and support to unaccompanied minors
•Appropriately refer/re-refer on to Common Assessment Framework (CAF), other service providers.

You will be supporting our children and families by coordinating and delivering a range of services to meet their needs.

In return, we will support you with all the resources needed to help you meet the demands of a challenging job and develop your career. We believe in backing and supporting successful, talented people, who are proud to work for Bucks CC - a top rated 4 star council, and who want to make a difference to improving peoples’ lives. We are committed to ensuring that our best asset – our people – benefit from long term rewarding careers, growing and working with us to meet the challenges of a changing environment.

You will be rewarded with a comprehensive salary and benefits package that puts your needs first. Benefits we offer include:

Excellent training & development
Private health scheme
Flexible working where agreed
Annual leave of 22-27 days
Local Government pension scheme
Free car parking
Transport subsidies

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to (email address removed) and/or telephone: Lorraine on 01296 552004

Location: Wycombe
Salary: £24,412 - £38,975 pa Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Deputy Team Manager - Children Services

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:50+00:00

DEPUTY TEAM MANAGER
SOUTH EAST LONDON £35PH

Our client based in South East London has requested a Deputy Team Manager to work in their Referral & Assessment Team.

You will deputise in the manager’s absence and be responsible for the management of up to 13 staff. You will be wholly responsible for the training and appointment of staff, and to ensure the team is up-to-date in relevant legislation.

You will need to undertake negotiations with budget holders and other agencies to secure appropriate funding to meet children's assessed needs. You will attend, organise and chair meetings as appropriate and as requested, within the department and with other agencies. You will offer specialist consultation/advice on complex cases and circumstances within the team.

Candidates must show a proven track record in a Local Authority Children and Families Team and be able to work to a Senior Level. You must be GSCC registered, and be able to provide satisfactory reference details.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague*
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Access to a £250 Welcome Bonus once you have worked 250 hours*
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Ashley Gotz on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: London
Salary: £35.00 - £36.00 pa Hays Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Occupational Therapist

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:46+00:00

Randstad Care has an opputunity for a Senior Occupatiuonal Therapist who has experience in neurology to work for an established hospital in the Buckinghamshire area. Our client is looking for an OT who is passionate about their work and someone that would be interested in leading a team of three OT's and a OTA. Excellent rates of pay are available.

All applicants must be HPC registered. For more information please contact Aki Neofitou on 0121 234 7640.Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Buckinghamshire
Salary: £25.00 - £35.00 ph Dependant on Experience
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Six Months

Branch Manager - York

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:46+00:00

An opportunity has arisen for a Domiciliary Care Manager to run a busy office in York City Centre.

As Care Manager, you would be responsible for managing a team of Care Co-ordinators and Carers, and for ensuring care is of the highest possible standard. This care can range from 24/7 home care to occasional assistance with tasks such as shopping, outings etc. The majority of clients are older people, but you will also oversee care for people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

To be considered for this position, you MUST have experience working in domiciliary / home care at a management or supervisory level. You must be dedicated and hardworking, with good communication skills. An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) would be an advantage, as would a good geographical knowledge of the York area.

For more information or to apply please contact Libby Sutcliffe at Reed Social Care - 0113 394 2940 / (email address removed). All applications will be treated in confidence.

Location: York
Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 pa Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Manager Job

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:39+00:00

Care Manager Job - Sheffield - £25 - 30K
My client, a first-class provider of domiciliary and live-in care is looking to appoint a Care Manager for the Sheffield area.

You will be responsible for the efficient running of the business, managing the administration team and care workers as well as dealing with customers. You will have sole responsibility for the recruitment and management of care staff and for ensuring there is enough care staff to satisfy the needs of the business.

Care Manager Job Description:

Accountable to the directors/shareholders of the business
Responsibility for the legal and ethical running of the day-to-day business
Achievement of sales targets and delivery within budgets
To work within agreed budgets to ensure profitability of business
Ultimate responsibility for all care and administration staff
To manage recruitment and development of care staff
To ensure successful operation of quality control systems
Implementation of complaints procedure
To participate in the growth and development of the business, locally and regionally through various marketing exercises
Preparing information for invoicing and payroll
Take on-call duties as part of a team on a rota basis

Care Manager Key Competencies

Develop and maintain good assessment and review procedures, which become the foundation for appropriate care plans
To be able to plan, allocate and evaluate the workload of all staff
A natural leader able to take ownership of the role
To able to develop and maintain the quality control system
A strong knowledge of the requirements of the Care Standards regulations
Understand and implement legislation and regulations relevant to user groups and the business as a whole
Allocate, monitor and control financial resources
To be able to create and maintain administrative systems
Recruit, select and effectively supervise a dispersed workforce
Implement induction programmes and identify and provide for on-going training needs
To be able to ensure that appropriate kinds of intervention take place to meet customer’s needs and rights
Liaise with other agencies involved with the user to ensure the provision of integrated services
To have an excellent working knowledge of Health and Safety and all other legal aspects

Care Manager Essential Skills and Qualifications

NVQ Level 4 in health and social care
RMA (Registered Manager Award)
Strong understanding of Domiciliary Care and Care Quality Commission (CQC)

If you are interested in this Care Manager Job Sheffield and have management experience of service provision in the care profession and hold the Registered Managers Award or be ‘working towards’ it then please forward your CV to (email address removed) or call 0113 244 2540 for an informal discussion.

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:39+00:00

QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKERS – Care & Protection
Salary: Up to £38,975
Aylesbury and High Wycombe Buckinghamshire

Qualified Social Workers are required for jobs based in Aylesbury and High Wycombe, for our client Buckinghamshire County Council. Based in the Care & Protection team, you will enjoy a challenging but diverse caseload, flexibility and autonomy, working in an open, empowering and supportive culture.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Social Worker Job:

Following referral, to establish the service user’s eligibility for assessment and determine the level of assessment required.
To undertake assessments in conjunction with the service user, their parents or carers and other agencies.
Liaise appropriately with Legal Services and represent the Service in court as required.
To promote the welfare of children and young people in accordance with the Children Act 1989 criteria, and taking account of other relevant legislation.
To monitor the care being provided to ensure that the needs are continuing to be met and to undertake reviews of the needs and service.
To provide ongoing support and advice to service users and parents or carers.

To apply for the job of a Qualified Social Worker in Care & Protection in Buckinghamshire you will required:

Qualification in Social Work (eg: DipSW)
GSCC Registration
Extensive knowledge of the legislative and theoretical framework
Have good interpersonal skills
IT skills
Ideally have a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle

You will be rewarded with a comprehensive salary and benefits package that puts your needs first, which include;

Excellent training & development
Private health scheme
Flexible working where agreed
Annual leave of 22-27 days
Local Government pension scheme
Free car parking
Transport subsidies

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to (email address removed) or telephone Lorraine on 01296 552004 for more information.

Location: Aylesbury
Salary: £30,000 - £38,975 pa Excellent Benefits
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Neighbourhood Warden

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:37+00:00

We require a Neighbourhood Warden for a Local Authority based in Croydon. Pay Rate: £12.60ph LTD or £10.50PH PAYE. Duration: 3 months on going contract.

Email cv's to (email address removed)

Job Summary :

To improve community safety for residents, to reduce residents fear
fear of crime, and to help develop community confidence and involvement in tackling local issues.
To improve the quality of the local environment by the prompt reporting environmental problems, repairs and damage to the local area.

Candidate Profile

To establish and foster a productive working relationship between the Neighbourhood Warden Service, and all agencies, groups and partnerships with whom the service has contact including representatives of the Community, the Community Police Officers, Tenancy Managers, Street Scene Officers, Youth Service and local voluntary sector workers.

To provide a high profile uniform presence within the schemes areas by carrying out patrols on foot, by bicycle and by Vehicle( mobile team ) and to foster community safety.

To respond to incidents as they arise and to take appropriate action to resolve the situation and to develop an awareness of issues that are developing within the community.

To carry out site visits with housing and other relevant agency staff.
To gather evidence and prepare witness statements for Anti- Social Behaviour Orders, Acceptable Behaviour Contracts, Possession Orders, Injunctions and other legal Action.
To attend Court to give evidence as required.
To gather information about crime and disorder and antisocial behaviour and report that intelligence to the Housing Department and Police as appropriate.

To provide residents with information relating to Council and community
services and to participate in resident surveys and environmental "clean and safe" campaigns.

To inform the responsible agencies of incidents of vandalism, repairs to council property, graffiti, abandoned vehicles, dog fouling, fly tipping and rubbish which represents a health and safety risk.

To carry out regular checks of empty properties, ensuring that the property is secure that any damage or evidence of attempts to gain unauthorised entry are reported.

To increase community confidence through liaison with residents and attendance at resident's association and community panel and other community group meetings .

To be ambassadors for the service at all times and to attend and promote the warden service at fun days, festivals and other community events.

Working with Young and Vulnerable Residents

To engage with local youths to raise their awareness of nuisance, crime and security issues and to promote positive involvement with the community by helping to identify their needs.

To organise and participate in sports, games and other recreational and educational activities and events for school children, young people and other groups.

To establish connections with local schools, parents and to identify and report school age children who are suspected of non attendance at school.

To identify vulnerable residents, including minors and to liaise with the appropriate support service concerning their well being.

To participate in the implementation of the Division's Annual Service Plan.

To implement individual development action plan
To be a member of the Neighbourhood Warden Service Team, contributing fully to the effective service delivery.

This will involve working closely, at an operational level, with staff in the Housing and other Service Departments.
To report crimes to the Police.
To keep a log of all incidents and provide written reports as required.
To implement services in accordance with legal requirements, Council policies and procedures, codes and initiatives relating to equal opportunities, customer care, health and safety.
To participate in meetings and training courses as required by the department.

To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post in accordance with the needs of the organisation.

To make best use of available information technology for the efficient running of the service.
To be trained in First Aid procedures so that persons can receive assistance in an emergency while waiting for emergency services to arrive.

Location: South East
Salary:
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:14+00:00

My client is currently looking for a Qualified Social Worker with experience working within a local authority Children and Families Team. Applicants must have a degree in Social Work and be registered with the GSCC. This is a temporary position for a minimum of 3 months with scope to extend.

Randstad Care offer fantastic rates of pay with a dedicated consultant to aid you along the way

To arrange an interview please call Jonathan on 0191 2339327 or email (email address removed) Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Tyne and Wear
Salary: £18.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Initial Assessment

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:10+00:00

Qualified Social Worker - Community Mental Health Worker

Just Social Care are currently recruiting for a local authority. Our client is looking for a Qualified Social Worker, (DipSW or CQSW essential),to join their Community Mental Health Team.

The main duties will include:

Providing a high quality responsive service using all appropriate methods of professional intervention and care management.
Managing a caseload including a wide range of service-users with varying and often complex mental health issues
Undertaking direct work with service-users and operating within Community Care legislation in order to access appropriate resources to meet need.

Post-qualification proven experience of working within statutory mental health services is essential, and prior proven experience of working within a CMHT is preferred.

Just Social Care have the most experienced consultants within the UK who have over 15 years + combined experience within Social Work recruitment, both Locum and permanent placements. For more info on this role please call Jane at Just Social Care on 01375 641131

Please only apply to this post if you are a Qualified Social Worker.

Location: Essex
Salary: £24.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Senior Practitioner - Duty and Assessment

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:09+00:00

A Senior Practitioner or an experienced Senior Social Worker is required to work on the Duty and Assessment Team. Candidates need to have experience of working in a duty and assessment team. Will be undertaking complex Initial assessments and S.47 enquiries. To take the lead on assessments and S.47 enquiries. Must have sound knowledge and understanding of child protection procedures, able to give advice and support to less experienced workers. Have knowledge of joint working with the police and other lead agencies Health and Education, advise these agencies when necessary on CP processes and procedures. Be familiar with systems use for assessments and other data. Be able to use own initiative and make decisions when dealing with crisis to ensure that children are safeguarded. Good communication and recording skills are essential. Should be a confident professional who is able to take the lead. Role is FULL-TIME; duration approx 3 months, subject to review

Location: Surrey
Salary: £28.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - CMHT

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:09+00:00

Qualified Social Worker - Community Mental Health Worker

Just Social Care are currently recruiting for a local authority. Our client is looking for a Qualified Social Worker, (DipSW or CQSW essential),to join their Community Mental Health Team.

The main duties will include:

Providing a high quality responsive service using all appropriate methods of professional intervention and care management.
Managing a caseload including a wide range of service-users with varying and often complex mental health issues
Undertaking direct work with service-users and operating within Community Care legislation in order to access appropriate resources to meet need.

Post-qualification proven experience of working within statutory mental health services is essential, and prior proven experience of working within a CMHT is preferred.

For more info on this position please call Jane at Just Social Care on 01375 641131

Please only apply to this post if you are a Qualified Social Worker.

Location: North London
Salary: £24.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Community Care Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:09+00:00

Working within the community providing support to people of all ages and abilities to live independently within the community.

Must have traceable 5 year working history and able to provide 2 references from within the care sector.

Car drivers preferable

Location: Glasgow
Salary: £6.00 - £7.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - Adults Learning Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:09+00:00

Qualified Social Worker - Adults Learning Disabilities

Just Social Care are currently looking to recruit a Social Worker, who has previous experience of working within a Care Management setting.
You must be a qualified Social Worker who is registered with the GSCC, as well as hold a current enhanced CRB.
Our Client is looking to appoint a locum who has 12 months experience of working within a Learning Disabilities setting, and has experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting, as well have knowledge of Valuing People, Community Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Vulnerable People is required, and you should be Capable and confident in carrying out holistic assessments and reviews.
Able to manage and prioritise case load. Good communication and report writing skills. Previous experience of using CareFirst is preferable, although training would be offered to the right person.

Please only apply to this role if you are a Qualified Social Worker

Just Social Care have the most experienced consultants within the UK who have over 15 years + combined experience within Social Work recruitment, both Locum and permanent placements.

Location: UK Wide
Salary: £24.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - Looked After Children

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:08+00:00

Qualified Social Worker - Looked After Children

Just Social Care have vacancies throughout the UK and are looking for Qualified Social Workers and Social Work Assistant's to fill these short and long term post's.
Our client is seeking a Qualified social worker to join this Looked After Children team.
The ideal candidate will have 2 years post qualifying experience and experience of working within a Looked After Children setting,
You must be experienced of holding complex cases including court cases.

To be considered for this post you should have a minimum of 2 years experience of working within this setting.

You will be qualified with a Diploma in Social Work (DipSW) and be currently registered with the GSCC You should also hold a current valid enhanced CRB check.

Just Social Care have the most experienced consultants within the UK who have over 15 years + combined experience within Social Work recruitment, both Locum and permanent placements. For more info on this position please call Jane at Just Social Care on 01375 641131

Please only apply for this role if you are a Qualified Social Worker

Location: UK Wide
Salary: £23.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - Initial Assessment

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:08+00:00

Qualified Social Worker - Initial Assessment

Just Social Care currently have locum Qualified social worker vacancies to join this Initial Assessment/child protection service across London.
To be considered for this role you will need at least 18 months experience of statutory social work in a front line setting, involving direct work with children and families. This means referral and assessment and or child protection/child in need work
You must have experience in and must be able to;

Undertake child protection investigations and work to child protection plans
Assess risk and need in relation to children and families and formulate plans to address needs
Engage with children, young people and their parents in challenging circumstances
Undertake assessments with good analytical and child centred focus
Work well with partner agencies and communicate with other professionals
Be child focused
Work as part of a team
Use supervision effectively
Understand information technology as appropriate to the job and maintain accurate and up to date records on our IT system.
Be able to write clear reports quickly and to a high standard
Understand the legal process and have experience of writing reports for court, attending court and giving evidence.

Please only appy for this role if you are a Qualified Social Worker and have your GSCC registration.

Just Social Care have the most experienced consultants within the UK who have over 15 years + combined experience within Social Work recruitment, both Locum and permanent placements.

For more info on this post please call Jane at Just Social Care on 01375 641131

Location: West London
Salary: £24.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Senior Practioner - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:03+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Child Protection team in West Yorkshire.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

Applying relevant child care legislation to cases including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
Applying the theory and practice of child care planning to cases.
Interviewing children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on these interviews.
Writing reports and communicating with a number of relevant stakeholder groups.
The organisation and prioritisation of your workload.
Operating within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out child in need assessments and making recommendations.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent. This role also requires the applicant to be registered with the GSCC and have a current CRB.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in West Yorkshire or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:03+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children with Disabilities team in East London.

Working within the Children with Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Manage a caseload consisting of court work, children on the child protection register, children looked after as well as children in need.
Knowledge of childcare legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
The ability to interview children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on your findings.
The ability to organise and prioritise caseloads.
The ability to operate within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out Child in Need assessments.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in East London or in the Children with Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T08:03+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Learning Disabilities team in East London.

Working within the Adults with Learning Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provide a responsive person-centred social work service within a multi-disciplinary team.
Developing care plans and managing caseloads.
Monitoring and reviewing packages of support and maintaining up to date files.
Use appropriate methods of assessment and intervention within relevant statutory and departmental requirements. This will include day services and supported accommodation provision.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in East London or in the Adults with Learning Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T07:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Learning Disabilities team in West London.

Working within the Adults with Learning Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provide a responsive person-centred social work service within a multi-disciplinary team.
Developing care plans and managing caseloads.
Monitoring and reviewing packages of support and maintaining up to date files.
Use appropriate methods of assessment and intervention within relevant statutory and departmental requirements. This will include day services and supported accommodation provision.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West London or in the Adults with Learning Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Practitioner - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T07:02+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Child Protection team in Greater Manchester.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

Applying relevant child care legislation to cases including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
Applying the theory and practice of child care planning to cases.
Interviewing children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on these interviews.
Writing reports and communicating with a number of relevant stakeholder groups.
The organisation and prioritisation of your workload.
Operating within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out child in need assessments and making recommendations.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent. This role also requires the applicant to be registered with the GSCC and have a current CRB.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Greater Manchester or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children with Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T07:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children with Disabilities team in West London.

Working within the Children with Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Manage a caseload consisting of court work, children on the child protection register, children looked after as well as children in need.
Knowledge of childcare legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
The ability to interview children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on your findings.
The ability to organise and prioritise caseloads.
The ability to operate within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out Child in Need assessments.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West London or in the Children with Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Learning Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T06:05+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Learning Disabilities team in North London.

Working within the Adults with Learning Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provide a responsive person-centred social work service within a multi-disciplinary team.
Developing care plans and managing caseloads.
Monitoring and reviewing packages of support and maintaining up to date files.
Use appropriate methods of assessment and intervention within relevant statutory and departmental requirements. This will include day services and supported accommodation provision.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in North London or in the Adults with Learning Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £22.00 - £26.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Practioner - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T06:05+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Child Protection team in Merseyside.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

Applying relevant child care legislation to cases including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
Applying the theory and practice of child care planning to cases.
Interviewing children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on these interviews.
Writing reports and communicating with a number of relevant stakeholder groups.
The organisation and prioritisation of your workload.
Operating within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out child in need assessments and making recommendations.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent. This role also requires the applicant to be registered with the GSCC and have a current CRB.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Merseyside or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Merseyside
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker Children with Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-02T06:04+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a busy Children with Disabilities team in North London.

Working within the Children with Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Manage a caseload consisting of court work, children on the child protection register, children looked after as well as children in need.
Knowledge of childcare legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations.
The ability to interview children and families and make assessments and recommendations based on your findings.
The ability to organise and prioritise caseloads.
The ability to operate within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Carrying out Child in Need assessments.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in North London or in the Children with Disabilities field please contact the Social care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T20:11+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Fostering and Adoption team in Newcastle.

Working within the Fostering and Adoption team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Prepare draft advertisements for fostering and adoption purposes and generally assist with recruitment of carers and campaigns.
Co-ordinate efforts to secure adoptive and foster families for named children.
Liaise and advise colleagues as necessary in preparing children and young people for adoptive and foster placements.
Draw up an agreed home finding strategy and record progress for individual children.
Prepare information in respect of court work and attendance at court when necessary.
Follow up work on recommendations made by the fostering/adoption panel.
Provide regular reports and information to the fostering/adoption panel.
Assess capabilities, attitude and suitability of prospective fostering/adoptive parents.
Draw up a personal specification for children to assist in their placement.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB. Post qualification experience in the area of fostering would be advantageous.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Newcastle or in the Fostering and Adoption field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T19:29+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Fostering and Adoption team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Fostering and Adoption team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Prepare draft advertisements for fostering and adoption purposes and generally assist with recruitment of carers and campaigns.
Co-ordinate efforts to secure adoptive and foster families for named children.
Liaise and advise colleagues as necessary in preparing children and young people for adoptive and foster placements.
Draw up an agreed home finding strategy and record progress for individual children.
Prepare information in respect of court work and attendance at court when necessary.
Follow up work on recommendations made by the fostering/adoption panel.
Provide regular reports and information to the fostering/adoption panel.
Assess capabilities, attitude and suitability of prospective fostering/adoptive parents.
Draw up a personal specification for children to assist in their placement.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB. Post qualification experience in the area of fostering would be advantageous.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Nottinghamshire or in the Fostering and Adoption field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £21.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Service Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:56+00:00

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Service Manager to work for a national care provider. An exciting opportunity for a dynamic person who is interested in both the growth and development within supported living.

You must be able to build and maintain relations with local authorities, to ensure tenants needs are met through regular meetings. The successful applicant will be at management level responsible for deliveing high quality care, support packages for tenants who choose to use the service. You will oversee implementing corporate standards, policies and procedures.

Ideal candidates will need the RMA and/or NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care. This role would suit an individual with at least two years Supervisory / Management experience working within Domiciliary Care alongside working with people with learning difficulties. You will have a strong understanding of CQC regulations and requirements; proven IT Skills; financial/budget management

If you are looking for a new challenge and possess an entrepreneurial attitude to develop business - Randstad Care would like to hear from you. For more information please call Lyndsay Burder on 01392 453789 or email your CV to (email address removed).ukRandstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:49+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Fostering and Adoption team in West Yorkshire.

Working within the Fostering and Adoption team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Prepare draft advertisements for fostering and adoption purposes and generally assist with recruitment of carers and campaigns.
Co-ordinate efforts to secure adoptive and foster families for named children.
Liaise and advise colleagues as necessary in preparing children and young people for adoptive and foster placements.
Draw up an agreed home finding strategy and record progress for individual children.
Prepare information in respect of court work and attendance at court when necessary.
Follow up work on recommendations made by the fostering/adoption panel.
Provide regular reports and information to the fostering/adoption panel.
Assess capabilities, attitude and suitability of prospective fostering/adoptive parents.
Draw up a personal specification for children to assist in their placement.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB. Post qualification experience in the area of fostering would be advantageous.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West Yorkshire or in the Fostering and Adoption field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £20.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Refuge Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:46+00:00

My client is looking for a refuge manager to ensure the efficient delivery and running of various domestic violence refuges across the East Midlands.

As part of the management team your focus will be maintaining standards and ensuring a smooth delivery of the service. This will include ensuring policies are implemented and followed across the company, providing back up support to the services as and when required and providing an out of hours on call service to resolve any emergencies. You will also be expected to assist in the leading and development of a staff team to include supervisions, mentor, general advice and support in the administration of their daily duties.

The successful candidate will have experience at management level ideally within a domestic violence setting however candidates will be considered who can show management experience within supported housing units and experience working with individuals who are victims of domestic violence. You must have a CRB and be able to accommodate an immediate start. As you will be responsible for multiple locations in East Sussex it is essential that you can drive.

The post is very rewarding and will suit individuals who get satisfaction out of helping others and improving quality of lives. My client is committed to providing safe and secure accommodation and preventing isolation that so many victims of abuse often face. By promoting choice, providing reassurance and making individuals aware of their options you can save these people from the suffering they are so akin to having.

To apply please send your CV to (email address removed)

Location: Derbyshire
Salary: £12.00 - £15.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: To Be Confirmed

Refuge Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:41+00:00

My client is looking for domestic violence refuge workers to provide safe and secure accommodation services to those individuals and their children who are victims of domestic violence.

You will be expected to assist the individuals with their practical needs such as assistance in housing matters, including benefit applications, explaining / enforcing house rules, inducting new individuals to the service, collection of rent and assistance with rental arrears. In addition you will be delivering regular key working sessions to monitor the general welfare and wellbeing of the clients. You must update records accordingly and where necessary make referrals to additional services.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate comprehensive assessments skills, housing knowledge, experience in supported housing and experience/knowledge of domestic violence. You must have CRB dated within 12 months and be able to accommodate an immediate start.

In return for your commitment and hard work the position will pay a generous and competitive rate. For more details please don't delay and send your CV today!

To be considered please send a CV to (email address removed)

Location: Derby
Salary: £10.00 - £12.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: To Be Confirmed

Social Worker - Adoption Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:41+00:00

Our client a large unitary authority in Hampshire has an urgent requirement for 2 qualified social workers in their busy adoption team.

The Social Workers in Hampshire will need previous post qualifying experience of adoption services.

The Social Workers in Hampshire positions are full time, although there will be some flexibility with how hours are worked.

The Social Workers in Hampshire will be case holding for children - placement and adoption

The Social Workers in Hampshire must be car drivers due to the nature of the positions and the need to travel.

The Social Workers in Hampshire will enjoy a 6 month contract.

Why work for Hays Social Care

Whilst working through us you’ll receive the following benefits:

Competitive rates of Social Work pay
A £500 Loyalty Bonus
£250 Referral Bonus for each friend / colleague you refer to us
28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
Access to a free counselling service
Free CRB
Free Health Consultations
Your contract would be managed by a local office based in Southampton
You will deal with one specialist Social Work Consultant *Subject to terms and conditions

To find out more about this Social Worker position in Hampshire please contact Mark Stevens direct at Hays Social Care on 02380 632 990.

Location: Hampshire
Salary: £25.00 - £27.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Planner

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T18:15+00:00

Hays Construction are looking for a planner / co-ordinator on a long term basis working for a Nottingham based National Contractor specialising in Housing Maintenance.

Dealing with engineers and allocating them work through their "opti-time" pda system. Taking calls from tenants logging repair jobs and inputting these onto the IT system in order for the engineers to deliver the work on time.
The role is based in a high pressure and busy environment. Experience using a similar PDA system within the maintenance industry is essential. ("Opti-time" experience as advantage.)

Immediate Start
Genuine temp to perm opportunity

Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £7.50 - £10.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Outreach Assistant - Knowsley

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:50+00:00

I have an Exciting new vacancy for an Outreach Assistant in Knowsley. You will become apart of the Children and Family Team.

Working within a local authority in Knowsley you would become part of a medium sized team within the Children's department. The role operates Monday to Friday 9am till 5pm, however does offer flexibility should you require.

You will be required to support senior parental and Community Outreach Officer in delivering Children Centre Services. This includes engaging with the hardest to reach groups in the North area, encouraging memberships, and attendance at activities that are on offer.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please call myself Alison Clewlow on 01772 555530 or e mail me for an informal discussion relating to vacancies in Social work on (email address removed)

Location: Liverpool
Salary: £8.00 - £9.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

RGN Preferably with ABI Experience, Strathaven

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:45+00:00

RGN preferably with ABI experience, Strathaven

Rate of pay is £11 and contracted hours are 36 p/w.

We are urgently looking to recruit a Registered Nurse ideally with experience of dealing with acute brain injuries for a new Home that our client is opening in Strathaven.

My client is a large group that operate care homes across the UK. It is part of the fifth largest independent health and social care provider in the UK and they currently have 80 care homes throughout England, Scotland and Wales.

Training and Development

Training for team members is at the heart of my client’s organisational ethos. Your training begins the first day you walk through the door, and continues throughout your time with them. All their team members are trained on general care practices, while more than 2500 are trained on specialist care services like Advanced Dementia Care and Mental Health Care. My client has also been awarded Investor in People (IIP) award for the year 2010.

Rewards and Benefits

My client understands that what you earn and the benefits you receive have an enormous impact on your quality of life. They continuously review their rewards strategy to make sure it’s comparable to industry standards. They also provide opportunities for flexible work hours, part-time opportunities and unpaid breaks to suit your situation and requirements. This is a great opportunity to joining this brand new service and make your mark on the company from the service start. Please do not hesiate to contact me if you feel you have the qualifications and experience necessary & would like a confidential informal discussion.

Location: South Lanarkshire
Salary: £15,000 - £20,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Business Development Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:32+00:00

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager required for a national Domiciliary Care provider in the South West of England.

As the Business Development Manager you will take responsibility for all domiciliary care services in the region, this will involve direct line management of the Registered Manager and their team of care workers. You will also take direct involvement in starting up and developing new Domiciliary Care services within the region.

Our client is looking for a dynamic, forward thinking manager with extensive knowledge within the Health & Social Care Sector, coming from a strong Domiciliary Care background of at least 5 years. The majority of your time will be spent driving both private and local authority business forward.

Ideal candidates will need the RMA/Leadership and Management award in Care. This role would suit an individual with previous knowledge of working within Domiciliary Care at regional/branch level and have a strong understanding of CQC regulations and requirements.

If you are looking for a new challenge and possess an entrepreneurial attitude to develop business - Randstad Care would like to hear from you. In return you will receive an excellent basic salary car/car allowance, annual bonus depending on the profitability of the organisation and the opportunity to join a private healthcare and pension scheme are also on offer for the right individual.

For more information please call Lyndsay Burder on 01392 453789 or email your CV to (email address removed)
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Marlborough
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Service Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:31+00:00

Our reputable client is looking for a dynamic Service Manager to grow and develop within the supported living sector.
You will be offering quality support for individuals with a wide range of needs. Individuals help design their own Person Centred Plan, which is tailored to suit individual needs and provide the correct level of support required. The plan enables all individuals to make their own choices about the care and support they receive. The aim is to offer the support needed for everyone to reach their goals and live as independently as possible in the community.
The ideal candidate must be able to build and maintain relations with local authorities, to ensure tenant's needs are met through regular meetings,
The successful applicant will be leading a team to deliver:
" High quality care, support packages for tenants who chose to use the service,
" Implementation of corporate standards, policies and procedures.
" Compliance with Statutory and Regulatory domiciliary requirements.
" Agreed financial performance and operating plan objectives.
Ideal candidate:
" Have experience working within a Domiciliary Care agency
" Knowledge of working with people with learning difficulties
" RMA and/or NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care or working towards
" Supervisory / Management experience
" Budget Management
" Proven IT skills

For more information about this role, please contact Hannah Baker on 0115 9644322 or email (email address removed).ukRandstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Hereford
Salary: £28,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Homelessness Prevention Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:21+00:00

The post holder will assist the team responsible for the prevention of homelessness by developing, promoting and delivering services to persons threatened with homelessness including front line advice, advocacy and referral services. The post holder will carry a prevention case load and will take a role in delivering preventative advice sessions to schools, prisons and agencies working with persons threatened with homelessness.
The post holder will provide a front line advice and prevention service to persons presenting as homeless or threatened with homelessness.
You will carry a case load of persons threatened with homelessness and take measures to actively prevent homelessness including advocacy, liaison and negotiation with landlords and accommodation providers in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
You will also liaise with agencies who can provide practical, financial and emotional support to clients where this will assist in the prevention of homelessness.
Homelessness surgeries will be provided to the local prison population to give detailed information and advice to reduce or prevent homelessness and arrange for mainstream housing applications to be completed and submitted.
You must have a working knowledge of all relevant housing legislation relating to the prevention of homelessness in all housing sectors.
This is a great opportunity to work with a variety of client groups in a pro-active and involved approach to the prevention of homelessness.

Location: Dundee
Salary: £12.50 - £15.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Starting 10/09/2010
Duration: 3-6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adoption Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:16+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adoption Team based within the Southampton area - Hampshire

You will be required to provide a post adoption service to all those whose lives are affected by adoption. You will provide advice, information, counselling and support for adopted young people or adults and / or their adoptive families or birth families or prospective adopters. You will need to provide help with searching, intermediary work and post reunion counselling.

You must be GSCC registered and you will be subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure.

Contact faye gravett @ Randstad Care today on 02380 381900 or email your CV to (email address removed)
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Hampshire
Salary: £22.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adoption Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:11+00:00

Our client required a Qualified Social Worker with at least 3 years post qualified experience of adoption services. Full time, although can be flexible with how hours are worked and must be a car driver. Assignment is for 6 months.

For more information please contact Faye Stovell at Randstad Care for information on this position and other permanent or locum social work vacancies on 02380381900 / (email address removed)

Reliance Care and BBT have merged to form Randstad Care, forming the Largest Specialist Social Care agency in the UK.
With our combination of 60 years experience of social care recruitment and our large combined data base of over 250,000 candidates registered, Randstad Care are leading the way in the social care field.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Hampshire
Salary: £23.00 - £29.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months Contract,

Childen's Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:10+00:00

Urgently Required .............
Part time Childrens Support Worker for Three Autistic Boys in Moretonhamstead, Nr Dartmoor within a home care setting.

You will required to provide support to include all aspects of personal care.

It is essential that you have worked with children or adults.

You will be required take the children to Hydro, Swimming and Youth Club, It is essential that you are car driver and will need business insurance.

You will be required to work 4 mornings or evenings per week on a rota basis.

This role would suit a candidate who is looking for part time hours no weekends.

Crb is required for this role.

Location: Devon
Salary: £7.00 - £9.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:10+00:00

Our Client Requires a FEMALE SUPPORT WORKER for a 21 hour contract to support a lady with a learning difficulty and challenging behaviour in her own home.

It is essential that you have worked within a similar field before as you will be working with vulnerable clients.

You will be required to work days, evenings and weekends as well as overnight stays, this role will also include loan working.

You will be required to be able to provide support to enable independent this will include all aspects of care, domestic and shopping support.

Ideally you will have :-

Manual Handling
Medication Awareness
Health and Safety
Pova
Food and Hygiene
Infection Control
Full Driving Licence with Business Insurance
Nvq 2 or similar although this is not essential

A Crb is required for this role.
Randstad Care, recruitment for Social Care, Social Housing, Nursing, Allied Health Professions and Domiciliary Care with 23 offices nationwide, giving you every opportunity to fully realise your potential, including ongoing training to every one of our temporary workers completely free of charge.

Location: Redruth
Salary: £7.00 - £9.00 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:03+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Fostering and Adoption team in Greater Manchester.

Working within the Fostering and Adoption team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Prepare draft advertisements for fostering and adoption purposes and generally assist with recruitment of carers and campaigns.
Co-ordinate efforts to secure adoptive and foster families for named children.
Liaise and advise colleagues as necessary in preparing children and young people for adoptive and foster placements.
Draw up an agreed home finding strategy and record progress for individual children.
Prepare information in respect of court work and attendance at court when necessary.
Follow up work on recommendations made by the fostering/adoption panel.
Provide regular reports and information to the fostering/adoption panel.
Assess capabilities, attitude and suitability of prospective fostering/adoptive parents.
Draw up a personal specification for children to assist in their placement.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB. Post qualification experience in the area of fostering would be advantageous.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Greater Manchester or in the Fostering and Adoption field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £22.00 - £25.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children Looked After

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T17:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children Looked After team in South East London.

Working within the Children Looked After team, this Qualified Social Worker will perform the following duties:

Manage your workload and provide supervision and advice.
Work closely with members of other disciplines and organisations.
Maintain accurate and up to date records.
Work within the framework of legislation and guidance.
Contribute to team planning and development.
Promote the improvement of standards and quality assurance.
Promote the equality of opportunity in line with the Local Authorities policies.
Undertake risk assessments and formulate child protection and child care plans.
Supervision of children on the child protection register, children in care and children assessed as being in need.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will have experience in Child Protection and strong case management skills. Knowledge of the children in care system is also essential.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in South East London or in the Children Looked After field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Childrens Centre Outeach Support Worker - Liverpoool

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:59+00:00

I have 2 exciting new vaccines for Children's Centre Our each Support Workers located in Liverpool.

You will become apart of a medium sized, friendly team in a children's centre. Experience within a childcare setting is essential.

The roles are full time, working Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm. However flexibility in these hours will be considered.

Your key responsibilities will include planning and conducting children's activities and activities to involve parents as well, conducting home visit is where necessary, working within the every child matters framework and to OFSTED regulations, and working with issues that effect families and solving these issues.

For more information please contact Service Care Solutions.

Location: Liverpool
Salary: £7.00 - £8.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Weekend Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:58+00:00

We have a number of service users on our books, and also deal with a varied range of service users.

We take care of adults with learning disabilities, adults with mental health problems , children with autism , children with physical disabilities , the elderly and infirm.

Each client group has its own rewards.

Calls can last anywhere from 30 minute visits, sit in service to a full live in package.

Location: Bracknell
Salary: £8.00 - £9.00 ph Paid Weekly
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Domiciliary Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:58+00:00

We have a number of service users on our books, and also deal with a varied range of service users.

We take care of adults with learning disabilities, adults with mental health problems , children with autism , children with physical disabilities , the elderly and infirm.

Each client group has its own rewards.

Calls can last anywhere from 30 minute visits, sit in service to a full live in package.

Location: Crowthorne
Salary: £8.00 - £9.00 ph Paid Weekly
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Senior Quantity Surveyor

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:58+00:00

A Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to join our client based in Birmingham.

The appointed Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the following duties:

Managing the planned maintenance teams.
Measuring the commercial success by implementing assesments and processes to follow.
Applying costs to each job/contract and then making sure team is working towards acheiving this.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Experience of customer service, including managing expectations in terms of costs and problem resolving.
Experience of Quantity Surveying in relation to Social Housing.
Experience of construction and building industry, public sector experience is preferable.

For more information on this exciting role, please apply online.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Permanent

Domiciliary Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:57+00:00

We have a number of service users on our books, and also deal with a varied range of service users.

We take care of adults with learning disabilities, adults with mental health problems , children with autism , children with physical disabilities , the elderly and infirm.

Each client group has its own rewards.

Calls can last anywhere from 30 minute visits, sit in service to a full live in package.

Location: Crowthorne
Salary: £8.00 - £9.00 ph Paid Weekly
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Domiciliary Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:56+00:00

We have a number of service users on our books, and also deal with a varied range of service users.

We take care of adults with learning disabilities, adults with mental health problems , children with autism , children with physical disabilities , the elderly and infirm.

Each client group has its own rewards.

Calls can last anywhere from 30 minute visits, sit in service to a full live in package.

Location: Crowthorne
Salary: £8.00 - £9.00 ph Paid Weekly
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:49+00:00

We are looking for a care assistant with the ability to work as part of a dynamic team, providing support within the residential home. You will be required to maintain clear and concise records and write reports, with a willingness to support service users. Duties will include providing personal support and personal care, maintaining respect and dignity, being aware of emotions and general assistance in the daily running of the home. Working as part of the team, hours will be flexible to include days, evenings, weekends and waking night shifts to ensure client consistency and to ensure the health and safety of the users, reporting any concerns as necessary. You must have previous experience within a similar position to be considered for this role. The successful applicant will receive competitive rates and in house training. For more information please contact Jamie on 01223 557688 BBT operates as an employment business for the supply of temporary staff and an employment agency for the supply of permanent staff

Location: Heacham
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:48+00:00

Location: Mundesley
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:48+00:00

Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:48+00:00

Location: Long Stratton
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:46+00:00

Location: Long Stratton
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:46+00:00

Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:44+00:00

Location: Mundesley
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:44+00:00

Location: Mundesley
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:44+00:00

Location: Heacham
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:44+00:00

Location: Swaffham
Salary: £650 - £950 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Voids Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:43+00:00

A Voids Manager is required to join our client based in North London.

The appointed Voids Manager will be responsible for the following duties:

To manage the Voids team which consists of 3 surveyors and 3 administrators.
To create a good working relationship with the relevant departments ensuring that agreed void property turn around dates are adhered to and improved where possible.
To manage the contractors to ensure that works carried out are to a high standard and within set timeframes.
To be able to allocate costs through the re-active maintenance or asset management departments as appropriate per property.
To constantly thrive to improve service and efficiency in line with the associations values.

The successfully appointed Voids Manager will possess the following skills and experience:

Previous management within a maintenance or voids department within social housing is imperative.
An in-depth knowledge of repairs and an understanding of the internal workings of voids is essential.
Excellent people and communication skills are required to create and maintain good relationships across departments.
Prior contract management and procurement of services would be preferable.

For more information please apply online today.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £30.00 - £35.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Maintenance Surveyor

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:35+00:00

A Maintenance Surveyor is required to join our client based in North London.

The appointed Maintenance Surveyor will be responsible for the following duties:

To carry out pre inspections to properties identifying works required and whether those works should be undertaken by the housing association.
To liaise with contractors as appropriate ensuring that all works are carried out within time and to budget.
To carry out post inspections of works carried out ensuring that jobs have been completed to a level in keeping with the associations expectation.
Following up with tenants with regard to any issues or complaints ensuring that regular contact is maintained with the tenant until these are resolved.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Prior experience of carrying out pre and post inspections within re-active maintenance is required.
Knowledge and understanding of using schedule of rates.
A proven track record of working as a maintenance surveyor within social housing.
Good IT and customer services skills are essential.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please apply online.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £21.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 4-6 Months

Maintenance Administrator

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:27+00:00

A Maintenance Administrator is required to join our client based in Bromley, Kent.

The appointed Maintenance Administrator will be responsible for the following duties:

To take incoming calls from tenants in relation to repairs required to their property.
To ascertain the type of repair needed and the possible cause of the problem in order that the repair can be allocated through to the correct department.
To enter details of the repair on to the in-house repairs system.
Follow-up the repair with the relevant surveyor or contractor to ensure that the works have been booked in and carried out.
Maintain high levels of customer service and satisfaction at all times making sure that any complaints are dealt with politely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

It is essential that you have prior experience of working within a maintenance department within social housing, either for a housing association, local council or partnering contractor.
Excellent IT skills are required especially within Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
A good understanding of repairs and fault diagnostics.
Excellent customer services skills.

For more information on this role please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Kent
Salary: £9.00 - £11.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months

Benefit Investigation Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:25+00:00

Benefits Investigation Officer - Glasgow

Main duties to include:

In addition, you will need to achieve the following qualifications and skills:

Professionalism in Security (PINS)

Have sound knowledge of investigation techniques and good knowledge of welfare benefits
Computer literate

To apply please email your cv to (email address removed)

Location: Glasgow
Salary: £12.50 - £15.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: March 2011

Sandwell: Qualified Social Worker: Childrens/Adult Services

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:25+00:00

URGENTLY REQUIRED – QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent must be registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver. Candidates must have experience of working in a social work team covering transitions into adulthood; have sound experience in working in either an adult’s social work team or with children/adults with disabilities. You must have at least 3 years Post Qualifying Experience.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 3 Years UK Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• Undertake assessments
• Manage a case load
• Make visits
• Support young people transitioning into adulthood
• Care Management
• Liaise with other professionals
• 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation)
• 3 Month Temporary Contract
• Start date subject to CRB and reference clearance

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: West Midlands
Salary: Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months

Electrical Engineer / Inspector

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:18+00:00

An Electrical Engineer / Inspector is required to join our client in East London.

The appointed Electrical Engineer / Inspector will be responsible for the following duties:

The role will involve managing the electrical contracts and contractors working within the decent homes programme covering properties across East London.
There are several contractors undertaking projects including door entry systems, phone systems, fire alarms, rewiring and digital TV installation.
To project manage the different schemes concurrently ensuring that all projects are brought in on time and within budget.
To manage contractor performance and ensure that tenant satisfaction levels remain high.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Experience of managing similar projects preferably within a Social Housing environment.
17th edition as some electrical and PACT testing will be required.
Good IT and communication skills.
The ability to work alongside contractors but also be able to challenge performance and decisions when necessary.

For more information on this role please apply online.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £22.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Derbyshire/Shropshire: Social Worker: Childrens Services (GS

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:14+00:00

URGENTLY REQUIRED – QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent must be registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 12 months UK Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• To work with a small number of young people and their families to ensure they receive a quality service
• To work with colleagues to ensure a comprehensive package of care/education/therapy is delivered
• It would be desirable to have experience of challenging stigma and other forms of social exclusion
• To work with & support nominated families
• To ensure nominated families are kept fully informed of all matters relating to their child
• To work as part of a multidisciplinary to achieve the best outcomes for the young people
• To undertake individual & family work
• To liaise with placing authorities
• To keep senior managers up to date on issue
• To support colleagues to promote best practice
• To be involved in investigating complaints
• To prepare reports, attend meetings
• To be available to parents & staff outside the school day, as agreed
• To meet with parents
• A sound working knowledge of children learning disability services
• Knowledge of the role of the National Care Standards and current legislation in relation to children’s homes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to lead meetings, deliver training and communicate with all stakeholders
• An ability to listen to and engage with stakeholders, including staff and those in our care
• Proficient IT skills in order to type reports, memos and letters to external customers and staff
• An ability to motivate and inspire others in their work with a positive outlook and approach to tasks.
• Highly organised, maintaining attention to detail and a commitment to following tasks through to a close
• The ability to plan and prioritise work and time effectively using own initiative
• An ability to work some unsociable hours
• Reliable, disciplined and able to maintain energy and enthusiasm during difficult periods
• Able to work with some challenging young people and parents
• Able to challenge poor practice and promote best practice
• 30 hours per week (flexible by negotiation)
• 4 Month Temporary Contract
• Start date subject to CRB and reference clearance

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: Derbyshire
Salary: Negotiable
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 4 Months

Care Home Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:05+00:00

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, well established national care home provider as the appointed Care Home Manager. This particular Care Manager job is based in Forres on the Moray coast .

This care centre offers nursing, residential and respite care for elderly people with physical frailty or dementia. The approach is holistic and emphasises the importance of social interaction and activities. This is an ideal appointment for a manager with a strong emphasis on high care standards with a personalised approach. The care home offers accomodation for up to 60 residents.
The main purpose of this role is to deliver business performance and quality targets for this specific care centre. You will provide support and leadership to the Care Home staff ensuring the culture of customer focus and quality of service. You will maintain control of the budgetary spend and deliver optimum operational efficiency and cost effectiveness within the Care Centre. It will be your responsibility to ensure compliance with the care commission requirements and prepare inspection reports.

You will have strong experience of managing people and a service. Strong team management experience is essential. A comprehensive understanding of commercial principals and practices is also essential along with a good understanding of budget management. You will have health & social care experience at managerial level along with relevant qualifications. You will hold the Registered Managers Award, or be working towards it. You must therefore hold a qualification that would make you eligible for the RMA such as Nursing (1st level) or SVQ 3 or 4. Experience specifically of Care of the Elderly is highly advantageous.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me. It will be a confidential initial enquiry

Location: Moray
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - Children Looked After

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children Looked After team in East London.

Working within the Children Looked After team, this Qualified Social Worker will perform the following duties:

Manage your workload and provide supervision and advice.
Work closely with members of other disciplines and organisations.
Maintain accurate and up to date records.
Work within the framework of legislation and guidance.
Contribute to team planning and development.
Promote the improvement of standards and quality assurance.
Promote the equality of opportunity in line with the Local Authorities policies.
Undertake risk assessments and formulate child protection and child care plans.
Supervision of children on the child protection register, children in care and children assessed as being in need.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will have experience in Child Protection and strong case management skills. Knowledge of the children in care system is also essential.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in East London or in the Children Looked After field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Fostering

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Fostering and Adoption team in Merseyside.

Working within the Fostering and Adoption team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Prepare draft advertisements for fostering and adoption purposes and generally assist with recruitment of carers and campaigns.
Co-ordinate efforts to secure adoptive and foster families for named children.
Liaise and advise colleagues as necessary in preparing children and young people for adoptive and foster placements.
Draw up an agreed home finding strategy and record progress for individual children.
Prepare information in respect of court work and attendance at court when necessary.
Follow up work on recommendations made by the fostering/adoption panel.
Provide regular reports and information to the fostering/adoption panel.
Assess capabilities, attitude and suitability of prospective fostering/adoptive parents.
Draw up a personal specification for children to assist in their placement.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered and hold a current CRB. Post qualification experience in the area of fostering would be advantageous.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Merseyside or in the Fostering and Adoption field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Merseyside
Salary: £23.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Fire Surveyor / Inspector

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T16:00+00:00

A Fire Surveyor / Inspector is required to join our client in Central London.

The appointed Fire Surveyor / Inspector will be responsible for the following duties:

To undertake fire safety inspections under the Regulatory Reform (Fire safety) Order 2005.
Identifying potential risks within multi-occupancy properties and making recommendations under the Order for improvements to be made.
Liaising with tenants and providing ongoing advice with respect to fire safety.
Liaising with and pre and post inspecting correction works to housing stock carried out by relevant contractors.
Providing up-to-date knowledge of fire regulation requirements to other members of staff within the Housing Association in order that they can assist in reducing risk factors within properties.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

Must have experience and a proven track record of carrying out fire risk assessments under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Working knowledge and experience of PAS 79 and FRA creation and management.
NEBOSH Fire Safety & Risk Management Certificate or Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE) Part 1 in risk assessment.
Prior experience of working within Social Housing or a similar environment.
Good IT skills and the ability to understand the needs and requirements of the tenants.

For more information on this role please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: London
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Starting 27/09/2010
Duration: Permanent

Gas Engineer / Inspector

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:42+00:00

A Gas Engineer / Inspector is required to join our client based in the City of London.

The appointed Gas Engineer / Inspector will be responsible for the following duties:

Working in a client facing role, you will work in partnership with the gas contractor checking a percentage of works carried out and feeding back results to the gas manager and the contractor.
Pre and post inspections of boiler repairs and installations.
Analysing and managing the performance of the contractor together with checking invoicing and cost data.
Carrying out certain fixes as required predominantly on domestic heating systems but some assistance with commercial units may be required from time to time.
Working closely with the contractors and the administrating team to ensure that all CP12's are maintained and up-to-date.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

Must be Gas Safe registered with current experience.
Previous work experience within a housing association, ALMO or council would be advantageous but not essential.
A good working knowledge of domestic boiler systems is essential and some commercial exposure would be desirable but not essential.
Excellent knowledge of gas safety regs, including reg 36 (Landlords Responsibility) BS 6644 and IGEM 10.
Must have good IT skills and be able to accurately input information.

For more information on this role please apply online.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: City of London
Salary: £19.00 - £23.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Starting 13/09/2010
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:35+00:00

Qualified Social Worker- Older People Physical Disabilities and Sensory Impairment Hounslow Start 2010 with a new challenge Temporary Social Work JobS in
Hounslow
This well established Borough situated in North West London are looking for a dedicated and determined Qualified Social Worker for their People Physical Disabilities and Sensory Impairment

Hounslow Social Services are looking for a Dynamic Social Worker who is keen to take on a challenge. Candidates don’t need to have specific Disability experience but a wide understand of Older Persons Social Care

Responsible for your own Complex caseload, you will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in order to:

To be considered candidates need GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
£500 Loyalty bonus ( £250 after 900 hours worked )
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Access to a £250 Welcome Bonus once you have worked 250 hours*
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service *Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Hays Qualified Social Work Desk on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to

Location: South East
Salary: £25.00 - £27.50 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6months

Interim Deputy Director of Maintenance

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:33+00:00

An Interim Deputy Director of Maintenance is required to join our client based in the City of London.

The appointed Interim Deputy Director will be responsible for the following duties:

An interim post to analyse the current performance of the existing DLO and management structure and to make recommendations as to improvements that can be made.
To increase efficiency and performance within the DLO in-turn improving the level of tenant satisfaction.
To analyse and make changes where necessary to the current structure evidencing benefits in performance whilst still providing a value for money service.
To improve relationships between the tenants, the RSL and external partners / contractors.
Analyse existing service contractors and look to procure new service contractors as deemed necessary.

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Prior experience and a proven track record within a similar post within social housing.
Experience and evidence of where you have initiated and worked through a changing environment which has led to a successful outcome.
Prior management of procurement of new service contractors and suppliers.
The ability to understand and analyse performance data and cost information to be able to improve service whilst still providing value for money.
A can do attitude and a driven personality combined with the desire to see a project through to the end.

For more information on this high-profile role please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: City of London
Salary: £450 - £550 pd
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Starting 13/09/2010
Duration: 4-6 Months

Care Home Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:32+00:00

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, well established national care home provider as the appointed Care Home Manager. This particular Care Home is based in Dunbartonshire near Glasgow. It is a purpose built, 42 bed, two-storey building set in extensive grounds, offering nursing, social and personal care for dementia related issues.

The approach is holistic and emphasises the importance of social interaction and activities. This is an ideal appointment for a manager with a strong emphasis on high care standards with a personalised approach.
The main purpose of this role is to deliver business performance and quality targets for this specific care centre. You will provide support and leadership to the Care Home staff ensuring the culture of customer focus and quality of service. You will maintain control of the budgetary spend and deliver optimum operational efficiency and cost effectiveness within the Care Centre. It will be your responsibility to ensure compliance with the care commission requirements and prepare inspection reports.
You will have strong experience of managing people and a service. Strong team management experience is essential. A comprehensive understanding of commercial principals and practices is also essential along with a good understanding of budget management. You will ideally have health & social care experience at managerial level although for this position it is essential that you have nursing registration. Experience specifically of Care of the Elderly is highly advantageous.
For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me. It will be a confidential initial enquiry.

Location: West Dumbartonshire
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Team Manager - Hospital (Child Protection)

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:19+00:00

Our client based in South East London are seeking a Team Manager for this Hospital team in the area of Child Protection.

Lewisham Social Services requires a Team Manager for their busy hospital team. The appointed manager will be based at University Hospital Lewisham and supervise 3 social workers dealing primarily with s47's on children who have been admitted to the ward and pre-birth assessments. This position involves managing a great deal of child protection and court work and demands a hands-on approach to casework management. Candidates must have relevant experience at a managerial level.

Candidates must:

Have a recognised social work qualification
Be registered with the GSCC
Have a CRB disclosure issued within the last year

Please apply online in the strictest of confidence if you meet the criteria specified above.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South East London
Salary: £32.00 - £34.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:13+00:00

Qualified Social Worker– LAMBETH Start 2010 with a new challenge Temporary Social Work JobS in
LAMBETH
This well established 4*+ Borough situated in South London are looking for a dedicated, determined and experienced Senior Practitioner for their TAC team.

For this job you will need to combine your professional experience, knowledge and skills to deliver a coordinated package of support that is focused around the Children and Families involved, aimed at meeting their needs and ultimately improving their lives.

Responsible for your own Complex caseload, you will focus on the following

Undertake assessments of children and young people with identified additional
Supervision of Staff
Needs and formulate recommendations for CAF action plan
Hold a caseload of children and young people with identified additional needs, via a CAF
To hold the role of the lead professional in preparing, coordinating, implementing and reviewing the CAF action plan. Also working with other agencies in the process.
Undertake direct work with children, young people and their families on an individual or group basis.
Develop, implement and review CAF action plans and to present cases to TAC panel and review meetings, updating the CAF where required
Provide a range of early intervention and preventative methods, working in partnership with families and other agencies, as per the CAF action plan.
Offer advice, guidance and consultation to colleagues and partner agencies, regarding Social Care issues.

GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Access to a £250 Welcome Bonus once you have worked 250 hours*
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Hays Qualified Social Work Desk on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: City of London
Salary: £27.50 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6months

Developing Practitioner - Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:01+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Sittingbourne, Kent.

Candidates MUST have competencies working in Children and Families for a minimum of 1 year in Child Protection. Hold a current CSCC registration and ideally hold a driving licence with use of your own car.

Main responsibilities:
To ensure that services are efficiently and effectively provided.
Assess and provide services to children and families in need with in the framework of the appropriate legislation, regulations, and child care policy.
Manage a caseload of children and families.
Providing reports to Child Protection Conferences.
To act as Duty Social Worker when required.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Child Protection (Family Support) team in Newcastle.

Working within the Child Protection (Family Support) team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

To be responsible for the day to day interpretation and implementation of statutory and departmental policy in the provision of casework and, if appropriate, group work or other social work services to individuals, families and other groups.
To be responsible for the negotiation and allocation of appropriate service provision to clients and their families; through the determination of service provision contracts with providers, ensuring that the complex needs of users are met, providing value for money.
To ensure the implementation and co-ordination of complex assessments, the purchase of agreed packages of care and the monitoring of service contracts, in partnership with the users / carers and advocates.
To work closely with other Departments, and statutory and independent agencies to meet the complex needs of users and their carers within the community.
To provide an effective social work service at individual client level by ensuring the use of appropriate resources from the Council, and statutory and independent agencies.
To attend child protection conferences, reviews and Court as the Council representative as appropriate. Write complex reports and undertake all administrative duties related to the social work function.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Newcastle or in the Child Protection (Family Support) field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Practitioner - Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:01+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Children in Need team in Newcastle.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

To act as a source of consultation for colleagues within the team and where appropriate the Department by virtue of being an experienced and reliable Senior Practitioner.
To assist in and contribute to the development of the practice standards in the Department as required and where relevant, which may include some training responsibilities.
To undertake responsibility for some areas of work in the day to day running of the team and supervision of team members.
To maintain a current and active interest and knowledge in such legislation and policy changes, research findings and practice developments, from a wide field, as are relevant to the post holder's client's group responsibilities.

Knowledge of child care legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations are an essential requirement for this position.

The successful Senior Practitioner will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent and be registered with the GSCC with a current CRB. A minimum 3 years working knowledge within children and families settings, with experience of court work is also desired.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Newcastle or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Children Looked After

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children Looked After team in West London.

Working within the Children Looked After team, this Qualified Social Worker will perform the following duties:

Manage your workload and provide supervision and advice.
Work closely with members of other disciplines and organisations.
Maintain accurate and up to date records.
Work within the framework of legislation and guidance.
Contribute to team planning and development.
Promote the improvement of standards and quality assurance.
Promote the equality of opportunity in line with the Local Authorities policies.
Undertake risk assessments and formulate child protection and child care plans.
Supervision of children on the child protection register, children in care and children assessed as being in need.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will have experience in Child Protection and strong case management skills. Knowledge of the children in care system is also essential.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West London or in the Children Looked After field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Physical Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Physical Disabilities team in South West London.

Working within the Adults with Physical Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provision of care management services to Adults with learning disabilities.
Providing a high quality responsive service using all appropriate methods of professional intervention and care management.
Managing a caseload including a wide range of service-users with varying and often complex issues.
Undertaking direct work with service-users and operating within Community Care legislation in order to access appropriate resources to meet need.
Reviewing care packages and making adult placements.
Undertaking Risk Assessments.
Multi Disciplinary working and liaison with other professionals.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in South London or in the Adults with Physical Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to (email address removed)

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T15:00+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Broadstairs, Kent.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Broadstairs, Kent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:58+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Tonbridge, Kent.

Candidates MUST have competencies working in Children and Families with a minimum of 1 years competencies in Child Protection. Hold a current CSCC registration and ideally hold a driving licence with use of your own car.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Tonbridge
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:58+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Gillingham, Kent.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Gillingham, Kent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:57+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Dartford, Kent.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Dartford, Kent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:56+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Tonbridge, Kent.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Tonbridge
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:56+00:00

Reed Social Care are looking to recruit Qualified Social Workers to work in Dartford, Kent.

Please contact Claire on 01622 776600 or email your CV NOW to (email address removed)

Location: Dartford, Kent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Court Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:54+00:00

Court Management:

Runs a fully operational office
Maintains all records and equipment
Records and maintains court finances fully and accurately
Manages communal facilities
Efficiently and effectively maintains residents records and information
Effectively and efficiently manages emergency situations

Marketing, Voids, Lettings and Tenancies:

Provides appropriate and accurate information to direct enquiries
Attends accompanied viewings
Manages the lettings procedure
Liaises with local authority housing department
Liaises with local authority to ensure appropriate action is taken to fulfil nomination agreements
Organises ‘Open Days’
Creates and regularly reviews court ‘Welcome Pack’

Rent Accounting:

Monitors rent accounts
Provides accurate benefit advice or facilitates such through a reputable external advisor
Liaises with benefit agencies on behalf of residents

Budgeting:

Assists Housing Services Managers to monitor Court expenditure
Requests and receives quotes from contractors for Term Contracts for Garden Maintenance, Window Cleaning, and Contract Cleaners where appropriate
Ensures that expenditure for Court stationery and cleaning materials is within specified budget
Takes a lead role in ensuring that pre-determined budgets for urgent and non-urgent court repairs are effectively managed

Court Maintenance:

Co-ordinates the day-to-day repairs
Responds appropriately to emergency repairs
Assists in the planning and implementation of the Capital Works Programme
Assists in developing Court Action Plans and reports back to tenants
Monitors Contractors’ performance
Completes and maintains accurate records and documentation in relation to maintenance issues
Assists in the annual review of term contracts

Health and Safety:

Responsible for own Health & Safety ensuring a safe working environment for colleagues.
Monitors all aspects of health and safety on Court
Completes a Fire Safety plan and ensures that residents are fully aware of fire safety procedures
Maintains all appropriate logs
Completes Emergency Plans
Completes annual risk assessment

Care:

Develops and maintains effective relationships with external agencies
Has involvement in the co-ordination of care packages
Arranges low level services where required or requested
Offers informal counselling
Monitors admission into and discharge from hospital

Development of Low Level Domestic Service and Service Promise:

Recruits and selects staff across a range of posts
Manages staff performance through a system of appraisal supervision and coaching
Ensures that staff receive statutory training
Assists in the co-ordination of staff rosters
Liaises with a range of eternal services to ensure joint services are provided effectively
Negotiates on behalf of residents/service users and acts as advocate
Maintains an effective recording/reporting system
Identifies potential for delivery of Domestic Services
Liaises with the Service Development Manager
Develops Service Promise in line with set objectives

Personal and Staff Development:

Recruits, selects and supervises ancillary staff
Ensures staff receive appropriate training
Monitors performance of court staff
Organises consultation meetings
Attends and contributes to patch meetings/seminars
Completes Job Development Programme

Promoting Housing 21 in the Community:

Develops the social integration of the court into the local community
Represents Housing 21 by attending local agency forums/meetings
Actively encourages the use of the communal facilities for activities involving older people in the local community

Resident Involvement:

Actively encourages the formation of Tenants’ Association
Co-ordinates and supports the Tenants’ Association
Co-ordinates Residents’ meetings and encourages residents to attend and participate
Actively encourages residents to be involved in organising court activities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Problem solving
- Good negotiating skills
- Excellent organisation abilities
- Maintains accuracy in calculating figures and keeping financial records
- Presentation skills (desirable)
- Good IT skills (desirable)
- Marketing skills (desirable)
Hays Construction & Property is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £7.50 - £10.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Qualified Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:50+00:00

Qualified Social Worker – Children and Families Investigation and Assessment Newham £26.00PER HOUR
STart 2010 with a new challenge Temporary Social Work JobS in
North London
This well established local authority in East London is looking for a dedicated, determined and experienced Qualified Social Worker for their Investigation and Assessment Team

Candidates will be expected to :

Undertake Risk Assessments
Initial assessment and Core assessments
Section 47 investigations
Initial care proceedings,
Child in Need Assessments
Carefirst Trained

GSCC registration, valid enhanced CRB and references covering the last 5 years are all also required.

In return, not only will you will receive all the support you need to perform in your job but also whilst working for hays you’ll have access to a wide range of employee benefits, these include:

Free compliance service
£250 Referral Reward every time you refer a colleague*
Eligibility to win our “Temp of the Month” award
Free access to a Professional Counseling Service
Terms & conditions apply

To apply for this Qualified Social Work job please do not hesitate to contact Hays Qualified Social Work Desk on 0208 477 3660 or send your CV in MS Word Format to (email address removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £27.50 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6months

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:32+00:00

You’ll provide emotional and practical support to our service users, enabling them to gain increasing independence and develop their full potential. This will include:

Participating in practical-based and therapeutic groups
Facilitating the sharing of experiences and the teaching of new skills
Helping to enable service users to communicate and express their needs
Developing individual support plan helping residents to develop appropriate coping strategies for managing their difficulties
Involving and empower service users, giving them the opportunity to influence the services they receive.
Assisting in the selection of volunteers and the induction of new staff
Keeping detailed records, writing reports
Promoting our aims and objectives.
Working closely with a wide range of other statutory and voluntary agencies.

About You:

Background in supporting people who have mental health issues
Commitment to empowering service users and ability to engage them in developmental and rehabilitative activities
Excellent communication and listening skills
Must have or be willing to work towards NVQ Level 3.
The ability to work a varied shift pattern is essential

Giving thousands of people each year a new sense of purpose and fulfilment, we’re one of the UK’s biggest providers of mental health care. Our service in Tooting works to give people with mental health issues lifestyle opportunities based on them being full members of their communities. Our ambitions are clear – you will help us achieve them.

We can offer you 25 days holiday, pension, life assurance, childcare vouchers, four weeks paid retention leave after five years’ service and the opportunity to really develop yourself and others.

Closing date: 10 September 2010.
Interviews: 16 September 2010.

Location: Tooting
Salary: £17,274 - £20,080 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 16/09/2010

Part-time Housing Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:30+00:00

Hours: 30 hours per week.

You’ll provide emotional and practical support to our service users, enabling them to live independently in the community. This will include:

Advising on tenancy issues, welfare benefits, financial and budgeting matters
Providing practical advice and assistance in regaining and re-learning daily living skills
Making sure clients are referred to appropriate agencies for advice and counselling.

About you:

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to obtain qualification
Experience of working in a related setting
A flexible, positive approach and excellent communication skills
Strong motivational, negotiation and interpersonal skills
A willingness to work flexible hours

Giving thousands of people each year a new sense of purpose and fulfilment, we’re one of the UK’s biggest providers of mental health care. Join our Supported Housing service in Hounslow, and become part of the most innovative mental health organisation in the country.

We offer great benefits, including 25 days’ holiday per year (pro rata), contributory pension scheme, employee assistance programme and childcare vouchers.

Closing date: 10 September 2010.
Interviews: 16 September 2010.

Location: Hounslow
Salary: £16,774 - £19,580 pa Pro Rata
Hours: Part-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 16/09/2010

Occupational Therapist

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:27+00:00

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (REHABILITATION CASE)
West Yorkshire
Salary up to £27,000 pa

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is looking for a change of pace within their profession. This job is slightly more office based but you still have the opportunity to work with a Clinical caseload. The main duties involve:

Immediate Needs Assessments (INAs)

This involves visiting patients at home (or hospital) to assess their current situation and identify all of the needs following an accident, including: medical history, Injuries as a result of the accident, Current medical status/medication, Social situation, Home environment, Mobility, Psychological state, Personal Care and current employment. Following the home visit, the Case Manager will contact all the relevant parties, ie GP, specialists, employer, social services etc. The Case Manager then produces a standard report outlining all the relevant facts, including the actual needs of the patient.

Case Management

If the case moves to case management, the Case Manager is responsible for implementing all the needs outlined in the INA, acting as a patient’s advocate. This involves regular liaison with the patient, as well as his/her solicitor, the insurance company and all the specialists/employers etc. Case Management activities must always be conducted with regard to a positive impact on a “patient journey” in conjunction with a clear consideration of the costs involved. You must log all their activity on a computer database and produce monthly reports identifying the case progression for each patient.

If this sounds like the perfect job for you please email your Cv to (email address removed) or call 020 7259 8788.

Hays Healthcare specialises in placing Medical staff. We will require all new applicants to complete our registration process before commencing employment. Unfortunately, we are only able to contact candidates who meet these requirements. *See website for terms and conditions*.

APPLICANT CRITERIA
Experience/Skills

HPC Registered Occupational Therapist.
Previous Band 6 experience in clinical setting, ideally within ITU, A&E, Orthopaedics, neurological or community.
Experience in decision making and prioritising care needs
Clean driving licence
IT literate, and good typing skills

Qualities ·

Ability to work independently
Ability to liaise with all types of individuals, i.e. Healthcare teams, patients, solicitors, insurers etc.
Assertive, motivated and capable of lateral thinking with good problem solving skills.

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Estimator

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:27+00:00

An Estimator is required to join our client based in West Yorkshire.

The appointed Estimator will be responsible for the following duties:

Using the 'Conquest' system to take off quantities and to produce bills of quantities.
To produce cost plans and detailed tender estimates.
To review bid documents and to identify onerous contract terms.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

Offering Financial advice service to both internal and external teams.
Ability to provide comprehensive nett cost estimates.
Meet Deadlines without being prompted.

For more information please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Starting 01/10/2010
Duration: Perm

Qualified Social Worker - Community Care - Older People

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:23+00:00

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated practitioner to undertake a 3 month contract (this is likely to be extended another 6 months if successful in the role) in the east of Scotland.

Outcomes UK is a Social and Health Care service solutions company. Our portfolio of work covers Recruitment, Consultancy, Training, Assessments and Development. We have a wealth of operational and managerial expertise, acquired through considerable experience in managing and delivering social work, social care, health and education services, in the public, voluntary and private sectors.

You must have relevant experience, a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience, be registered with the SSSC and be aware of current legislation.

For more information on Outcomes UK or for a confidential discussion on all our vacancies please contact Sarah Kay on 01383 889172 or 07967 381060.

We have numerous vacancies across Scotland.

Location: East of Scotland
Salary: £25.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3-12 Months

Maintenance Coordinator

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:19+00:00

A Maintenance Coordinator is required to join our client based in Nottingham.

The appointed Maintenance Coordinator will be responsible for the following duties:

Ensuring Trade Operatives complete their daily workload and ensure sufficient time is spent at each job to ensure satisfactory completion.
Liaising with sub-contractors to ensure all works are completed within due date and completing jobs on our in-house system.
Scheduling all works reported into Opti time, ensuring jobs are planned in a logical order and are within their priority times, with limited travel times and full days work are scheduled.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

Experience of working with and management of Tradesmen/Operatives.
Comprehensive understanding of customer and technical requirements for the main functions provided by a repairs environment.
Repairs and Maintenance experience.
Experience using Opti Time or another service booking system.

For more information please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £8.50 - £9.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Family Support Team

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:05+00:00

We are looking for a Senior Qualified Social Worker for the Assessment and Family Support Team in Basildon. Candidates need to have minimum of two years post qualifying experience.

Job Purpose: Under the general supervision of a senior practitioner or team manager, to deliver an effective social work service to a specific group of service users in Essex.

Key Accountabilities:

To be professionally responsible for providing initial assessment and investigations under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.
To undertake a caseload consisting of initial assessments and investigations, as required by the Team manager, in relation to both new and open cases.
To undertake any actions identified as necessary by assessments and/or investigations including participation in CP conferences, co-working and Court proceedings, as determined by the best interests of the child.
Knowledge of other children's services and how they relate to Assessment and Family Support Services.
A demonstrated commitment to the Department's Policy on shared records and clients records.
Evidence of sound assessment practice.
Committed to quality social work practices.
A commitment to anti-oppressive behaviour practice and management.
A commitment to working on partnership with carers, children and their families.
Willingness and ability to work in an open manner as part of a team with a commitment to sharing and working alongside staff in own and other organisations.
A commitment to the child's rights to have their wishes, feelings and views taken onto account and the right to participate in the social work process.
Detailed understanding of the Children Act 1989.
Knowledge and understanding of child development, relating theory and practice.
Detailed understanding of the 'Working Together' document.

Additional Requirements:

DIPSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent
Relevant degree or equivalent
Post qualifying knowledge and experience of working in a Child Care Team
Evidence of direct work with children and their families knowledge and skills required onto practice
Good organisational skills

Additional Information: It is essential that you are able to drive and have a full driving licence or have access to a car and driver.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Basildon
Salary: £24.81 - £28.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Supervising Social Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:04+00:00

Supervising Social Worker required to join a large, nationwide and expanding foster care organisation. All applicants must have a proven track record in the foster care sector as well recent experience of Form F Assessment. The role is open to drivers only as the work is to cover the entire Wiltshire area. If you are interested in finding out more information about this opportunity please contact Jason Hobson at RIG Social Care on 01423 790374.

Location: Wiltshire & Dorset
Salary: £36,000 pa Expenses and £3k Car Allowance Will Also Be Paid
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Deputy Manager

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:04+00:00

A well established care provider based in Bedfordshire requires an interim Deputy Manager to join their busy team for a period of 3 months.

Main duties of the role will include assisting the Home Manager within a residential nursing unit for older people and those who are EMI. This will involve reviewing current care plans in place with clients, implementing a new rostering system and promoting the services within the community. Other duties include budgeting and maintaining professional relationships with external agencies and Social Services.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting older people and must be committed to ensuring a high standard of service in Social Housing or Social Care. The candidate must be available at short notice, be at least NVQ Level 3 qualified in Social Care, possess an enhanced CRB disclosure and have your own means of transportation.

This is an exceptional opportunity for progression within a friendly and expanding organisation to become an all rounder within social care. To apply please send your CV to the details provided.

Location: London
Salary: £13.00 - £16.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Month

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Physical Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Physical Disabilities team in East London.

Working within the Adults with Physical Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provision of care management services to Adults with learning disabilities.
Providing a high quality responsive service using all appropriate methods of professional intervention and care management.
Managing a caseload including a wide range of service-users with varying and often complex issues.
Undertaking direct work with service-users and operating within Community Care legislation in order to access appropriate resources to meet need.
Reviewing care packages and making adult placements.
Undertaking Risk Assessments.
Multi Disciplinary working and liaison with other professionals.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in East London or in the Adults with Physical Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: East London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Child Protection team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Child Protection team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

To be responsible for the day to day interpretation and implementation of statutory and departmental policy in the provision of casework and, if appropriate, group work or other social work services to individuals, families and other groups.
To be responsible for the negotiation and allocation of appropriate service provision to clients and their families; through the determination of service provision contracts with providers, ensuring that the complex needs of users are met, providing value for money.
To ensure the implementation and co-ordination of complex assessments, the purchase of agreed packages of care and the monitoring of service contracts, in partnership with the users / carers and advocates.
To work closely with other Departments, and statutory and independent agencies to meet the complex needs of users and their carers within the community.
To provide an effective social work service at individual client level by ensuring the use of appropriate resources from the Council, and statutory and independent agencies.
To attend child protection conferences, reviews and Court as the Council representative as appropriate. Write complex reports and undertake all administrative duties related to the social work function.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in Nottinghamshire or in the Child Protection field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to carenorth [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £21.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Care Assistant

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:01+00:00

Our client is seeking a number of experienced Care Assistants to work a variety of shifts in some of their homes across the Leeds area; the shifts will range from daytime to evenings, to waking nights and sleep ins so flexibility is essential.

Applicants should have a minimum of 12 months previous experience within a similar paid role and must be NVQ Level 2 qualified.

Location: Leeds
Salary: £7.00 - £9.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Residential Support Worker - Children & Families

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:01+00:00

Our client is looking for an experienced residential support worker to work in their children's residential home. Applicants will be required to undertake various shifts, including days, waking nights and some sleep ins.

Duties will include providing care for the young people, following care plans, as well as meal preparation,laundry, supervision of social activities and learning support . GNVQ level 3 is disirable . All applicants should have previous experience in a similar position.

Location: Bradford
Salary: £6.00 - £11.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Children Looked After

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Children Looked After team in North London.

Working within the Children Looked After team, this Qualified Social Worker will perform the following duties:

Manage your workload and provide supervision and advice.
Work closely with members of other disciplines and organisations.
Maintain accurate and up to date records.
Work within the framework of legislation and guidance.
Contribute to team planning and development.
Promote the improvement of standards and quality assurance.
Promote the equality of opportunity in line with the Local Authorities policies.
Undertake risk assessments and formulate child protection and child care plans.
Supervision of children on the child protection register, children in care and children assessed as being in need.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will have experience in Child Protection and strong case management skills. Knowledge of the children in care system is also essential.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in North London or in the Children Looked After field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: North London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Practitioner - Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:01+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Children in Need team in Nottinghamshire.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

To act as a source of consultation for colleagues within the team and where appropriate the Department by virtue of being an experienced and reliable Senior Practitioner.
To assist in and contribute to the development of the practice standards in the Department as required and where relevant, which may include some training responsibilities.
To undertake responsibility for some areas of work in the day to day running of the team and supervision of team members.
To maintain a current and active interest and knowledge in such legislation and policy changes, research findings and practice developments, from a wide field, as are relevant to the post holder's client's group responsibilities.

Knowledge of child care legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations are an essential requirement for this position.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in Nottinghamshire or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Nottingham
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Family Support

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T14:00+00:00

Essex County Council requires a Senior Qualified Social Worker for the Assessment and Family Support Team in Basildon.

The appointed Qualified Social Worker's duties will include:

To be professionally responsible for providing initial assessment and investigations under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.
To undertake a caseload consisting of initial assessments and investigations, as required by the Team manager, in relation to both new and open cases.
To undertake any actions identified as necessary by assessments and/or investigations including participation in CP conferences, co-working and Court proceedings, as determined by the best interests of the child.
Knowledge of other children's services and how they relate to Assessment and Family Support Services.
A demonstrated commitment to the Department's Policy on shared records and clients records.
Evidence of sound assessment practice.
Committed to quality social work practices.
A commitment to anti-oppressive behaviour practice and management.
A commitment to working on partnership with carers, children and their families.
Willingness and ability to work in an open manner as part of a team with a commitment to sharing and working alongside staff in own and other organisations.
A commitment to the child's rights to have their wishes, feelings and views taken onto account and the right to participate in the social work process.
Detailed understanding of the Children Act 1989.
Knowledge and understanding of child development, relating theory and practice.
Detailed understanding of the 'Working Together' document.

Additional Requirements:

DIPSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent
Relevant degree or equivalent
Post qualifying knowledge and experience of working in a Child Care Team
Evidence of direct work with children and their families knowledge and skills required onto practice
Must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes
Good organisational skills

For more information please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: Basildon
Salary: £24.00 - £24.81 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Care Officer

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:59+00:00

Our candidate is seeking an experienced Residential Support Worker who is qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 and has previous experience of working in a similar role within Children's Residential Homes.

The role will involve working a range of ad-hoc shifts across weekdays and weekends, both day, evening, waking nights and sleep ins so flexibility is essential. Access to a vehicle and a clean driving licence would be preferable.

Location: Leeds
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Gas Team Leader

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:54+00:00

A Gas Team Leader is required to lead a gas administration department based in South London.

The appointed Gas Team Leader will be responsible for the following duties:

To manage the gas administration department.
Managing day to day and responsive gas related enquiries.
Scheduling in works to be carried out as appropriate.
Ensuring that annual CP12's are up-to-date and that the database is managed efficiently to achieve 100 per cent compliance on gas servicing.
Managing a small team of gas administrators and liaising with the gas inspectors and surveyors.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

Previous experience of working within a gas department within social housing an advantage.
Evidenced managerial experience within a previous role.
Good working knowledge of IT systems and accuracy with data input.
Customer focused as there will be a need to liaise with tenants on daily basis.
Problem solving and complaint handling skills would be an advantage.

For more information please apply online in the strictest of confidence.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: South West London
Salary: £18.00 - £21.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:30+00:00

Support Worker required for flexible shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Holt, Cromer and other locations in North Norfolk.

Duties will include providing personal support and personal care, maintaining respect and dignity, to assist individuals with mobility difficulties and with routine domestic tasks and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide the best possible service

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Holt
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:30+00:00

For Flexible Shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Great Yarmouth.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Great Yarmouth
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:30+00:00

For Flexible Shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Swaffham and Thetford.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Thetford
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:30+00:00

Support Workers required for flexible shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Norwich.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Norwich
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:28+00:00

For Flexible Shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Norwich.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Norwich
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:28+00:00

Support Workers required for flexible shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Kings Lynn.

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:27+00:00

Support Worker required for flexible shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Great Yarmouth.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Great Yarmouth
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:27+00:00

For Flexible Shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Swaffham and Thetford.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Thetford
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:27+00:00

For Flexible Shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Holt, Cromer and other locations in North Norfolk.

Shifts will include respite, supported living and residential day services.
Previous experience is essential

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: Holt
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 pa
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Support Worker

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:27+00:00

Support Workers Required for flexible shifts with Adults with Learning Disabilities in Kings Lynn.

Excellent pay rates- £8.00- £11.50 per hour

Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £8.00 - £11.00 ph
Hours: Part-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: N/A

Qualified Social Worker - Adults with Physical Disabilities

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:02+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join an Adults with Physical Disabilities team in West London.

Working within the Adults with Physical Disabilities team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

Provision of care management services to Adults with learning disabilities.
Providing a high quality responsive service using all appropriate methods of professional intervention and care management.
Managing a caseload including a wide range of service-users with varying and often complex issues.
Undertaking direct work with service-users and operating within Community Care legislation in order to access appropriate resources to meet need.
Reviewing care packages and making adult placements.
Undertaking Risk Assessments.
Multi Disciplinary working and liaison with other professionals.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West London or in the Adults with Physical Disabilities field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0800 072 5900 or email your CV to socialcarelondon[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West London
Salary: £23.00 - £27.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Senior Practitioner - Children in Need

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:01+00:00

A Senior Practitioner is required to join a Children in Need team in West Yorkshire.

Working within the Children in Need team, this Senior Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

To act as a source of consultation for colleagues within the team and where appropriate the Department by virtue of being an experienced and reliable Senior Practitioner.
To assist in and contribute to the development of the practice standards in the Department as required and where relevant, which may include some training responsibilities.
To undertake responsibility for some areas of work in the day to day running of the team and supervision of team members.
To maintain a current and active interest and knowledge in such legislation and policy changes, research findings and practice developments, from a wide field, as are relevant to the post holder's client's group responsibilities.

Knowledge of child care legislation including the Children Act 1989 and associated guidance and regulations are an essential requirement for this position.

To discuss this role or any other Senior Practitioner jobs in West Yorkshire or in the Children in Need field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds [at] synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current Social Work vacancies please visit our website.

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £24.00 - £30.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection

greatsocialcare.co.uk — 2010-09-01T13:01+00:00

A Qualified Social Worker is required to join a Child Protection (Family Support) team in West Yorkshire.

Working within the Child Protection (Family Support) team, this Qualified Social Worker will have the following responsibilities:

To be responsible for the day to day interpretation and implementation of statutory and departmental policy in the provision of casework and, if appropriate, group work or other social work services to individuals, families and other groups.
To be responsible for the negotiation and allocation of appropriate service provision to clients and their families; through the determination of service provision contracts with providers, ensuring that the complex needs of users are met, providing value for money.
To ensure the implementation and co-ordination of complex assessments, the purchase of agreed packages of care and the monitoring of service contracts, in partnership with the users / carers and advocates.
To work closely with other Departments, and statutory and independent agencies to meet the complex needs of users and their carers within the community.
To provide an effective social work service at individual client level by ensuring the use of appropriate resources from the Council, and statutory and independent agencies.
To attend child protection conferences, reviews and Court as the Council representative as appropriate. Write complex reports and undertake all administrative duties related to the social work function.

The successful Qualified Social Worker will be GSCC registered, have a current CRB and 2 years post qualification experience.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Worker jobs in West Yorkshire or in the Child Protection (Family Support) field please contact the Social Care team at The Synergy Group on 0113 388 4200 or email your CV to socialcareleeds[at]synergygroup.co.uk

Working with The Synergy Group offers:

The most experienced Social Work recruitment team in the UK
Access to the broadest selection of Social Work vacancies in the UK
The choice of PAYE or limited company schemes
Weekly payroll service
Excellent rates of pay
Personal service

The Synergy Group is a specialist recruiter of Social Work jobs, to view a full selection of our current social work vacancies please visit synergygroup.co.uk

The Synergy Group is an equal opportunities employer. For more opportunities, please visit (link removed)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £20.00 - £24.00 ph
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 6 Months

Rochdale: Advanced Qualified Social Worker: Childrens Servic

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URGENTLY REQUIRED – ADVANCED QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER!

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent must be registered with the GSCC, have a current CRB and be a car driver. Candidates must have experience with children with disabilities (learning & physical), & experience of child protection.

If you are not a GSCC registered Social Worker with a minimum of 2 Years UK Social Work experience, you are not eligible for this role so please do not apply!

The roles and responsibilities will include:

• Undertake assessments
• Home Visits
• Child Protection work
• Care Management
• Manage a case load of children with disabilities (both physical and learning)
• Liaise with other professionals
• 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation)
• 3 Month Temporary Contract
• Start date subject to CRB and reference clearance

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Click here to see our latest offers and incentives at (link removed) Entrust Social Care we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• Your own dedicated consultant
• Free CRB Police Check *
• Company Mobile Phone *
• Free Training *
• 1st Class Level of Service

Subject to terms

Location: Rochdale
Salary: £17.50 - £21.35 ph PAYE / LTD
Hours: Full-time
Type: Temporary or Contract
Starting: Immediately
Duration: 3 Months

Domiciliary Care Manager

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A Domiciliary Care Manager is required to join this CQC 3* care provider at their head office in Alton, Hampshire.

This organisation were founded 7 years ago and have enjoyed steady growth year on year whilst ensuring that care remains their sole priority. The opportunity has come about due to their current Registered Manager being promoted to the Board of Directors.

As the Domiciliary Care Manager you will take responsibility for approximately 50 care staff and a team of administration staff at the head office. You will also look to continue the development of the organisation in and around the local area and that your team of care workers are given every opportunity to continue with their own personal development. You will also be required to undertake individual care plans and risk assessments with each client.

To be considered for this job, you will ideally have NVQ 4 in Health and Social Care and/or the Registered Manager's Award (RMA). In return you will receive a basic salary in the region of £25,000 to £30,000 per annum.

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Chris Osbon on 02380 632 990 or email (email address removed) quoting job reference: 1211476

Location: Hampshire
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 pa
Hours: Full-time
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: ASAP