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JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker within Fostering Team in Gloucester UK earning £35 per hour Hourly. Ongoing contract with a blend of Full-time and flexible working arrangements. We are seeking an experienced agency Social Worker to join our dynamic Fostering Support Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact by supporting and supervising foster carers, ensuring they provide exceptional care for vulnerable children in alignment with their care plans. This role offers the chance to integrate into a welcoming team where safeguarding is key and households are supported to meet the National Minimum Standards for fostering. Perks and benefits: In addition to a competitive hourly rate of £35, you will enjoy the freedom that comes with locum work, allowing you to gain diverse experiences across different settings. Our hybrid working model offers you the flexibility to work both from home and in the office, allowing you to achieve a balanced work and home life. We prioritise regular reflective supervision, ensuring you have the support needed to thrive in this role. As part of our commitment to your professional growth, we offer opportunities to develop your skills and upskill with training and support groups. What you will do: - Provide support and supervision for foster carers to help them deliver the best quality care. - Carry out household visits to ensure compliance with National Minimum Standards for fostering. - Manage around 190 fostering households in coordination with the rest of the team. - Facilitate and participate in support groups and training sessions for foster carers. - Conduct annual reviews and maintain a caseload to ensure smooth operations. - Assist in identifying and securing appropriate placements for children. - Engage in regular reflective supervision sessions to enhance your professional practice. Requirements: - Registered with Social Work England. - Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work. - UK qualified experience working as a Social Worker, ideally within fostering. Gloucester is a fantastic place to live and work, offering a rich blend of history and contemporary culture. Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Gloucester provides picturesque surroundings for a balanced lifestyle, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Join us and make a difference while enjoying the charm and vibrancy of Gloucester. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Sanctuary Personnel

Social Worker - Fostering Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

<h2>Social Worker Experienced - Adults Team</h2>

Job Title: Social Worker (Experienced) - Adults 
 Location: Shire Hall, Gloucestershire 
 Salary: £35 per hour 
 Contract Type: Temporary 
 Duration: 1 December 2025 - 31 March 2026 (with potential extension) 
 Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00)


<h3>Overview</h3>

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Social Worker to join the Gloucester Locality Team, based at Shire Hall. This role offers a guaranteed minimum three-month assignment with the prospect of extension, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to strengths-based social work practice within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.


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Competitive Hourly Rate: £35 per hour on a full-time basis.
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Weekly Allowance: £150 accommodation or mileage allowance.
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Manageable Caseloads: Caseloads capped at 25 to support high-quality, person-centred practice.
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Flexible/Agile Working: After a two-week induction at Shire Hall, the role offers remote working with 2-3 days per week required onsite.
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Job Security: Guaranteed minimum three-month placement with potential renewal.
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Professional Support: Regular supervision, guidance, and a comprehensive induction programme.
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Development Opportunities: Ongoing access to training and professional growth.
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Work collaboratively with adults experiencing challenging circumstances to promote independence, wellbeing, and informed life choices.
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Apply the Three Conversations model to deliver strengths-based and person-centred interventions.
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Build strong partnerships with local communities, voluntary organisations, and multi-agency professionals to ensure effective and holistic support.
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Manage a caseload of up to 25 adults, ensuring timely assessments, reviews, and safeguarding duties where required.
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Maintain accurate and compliant case records in line with statutory requirements and local policy.
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Stay informed of key legislation, guidance, and best practice underpinning Adult Social Care.
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Contribute to team meetings, multi-disciplinary discussions, and service development.
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Social Worker Experienced - Adults Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Locum Social Worker within Adults Mental Health in Gloucestershire UK earning £32.65 per hour Hourly. Full-time. Ongoing.Embark on a rewarding journey as a Locum Social Worker where you will engage with a vibrant community in the heart of Gloucestershire. If you're enthusiastic about making a positive impact in Adult Mental Health, this is the perfect opportunity to employ your expertise. Enjoy the flexibility that comes with locum work and experience a fulfilling career with an exciting variety of challenges.Perks and benefits:<ul>
<li>Relish the flexibility of locum work, allowing you to design your work-life balance and gain experience across different settings.</li><li>Enjoy a competitive hourly rate coupled with the opportunity for continuous professional development.</li><li>Be part of a supportive and dynamic team that champions mental well-being and innovative service delivery.</li><li>Access to diverse professional resources and networking events, ensuring you are always at the cutting edge of social work practice.</li></ul>
What you will do:<ul>
<li>Assess the needs of adults with mental health challenges and develop tailored care plans</li><li>Offer professional advice and support to service users and their families</li><li>Coordinate with healthcare providers and community organisations to deliver comprehensive care</li><li>Maintain meticulous records and regularly review care plans to ensure they meet the evolving needs of service users</li><li>Regularly engage in professional development activities to enhance your knowledge and skills in Adult Mental Health</li></ul>
Requirements: You must hold a degree or equivalent in social work and have current Social Work England registration. Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK, working as a qualified Social Worker, is essential.Living and working in Gloucestershire is a delightful prospect. With its picturesque landscapes, vibrant towns, and a rich cultural heritage, Gloucestershire offers a high quality of life. Whether you're seeking tranquility or adventure, it’s an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Social Worker - Adults Mental Health

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Barchester Healthcare

Night Care Assistant

ABOUT THE ROLE As an Activities Coordinator at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a stimulating environment that enables us to deliver exceptional all-round care and support for our residents. Our ethos is all about celebrating life, so you'll help to devise imaginative, fun and motivational activities that suit every interest and ability. An extremely rewarding role, part of your time as an Activities Coordinator will be spent getting to know our residents and their families before you create tailored activities programmes focused on maximising everyone's wellbeing, independence and social engagement. ABOUT YOU You'll need to be warm, empathetic and personable to join us as an Activities Coordinator. Your organisational skills and driven mind-set mean you always get things done and make things happen. Meanwhile, your infectious enthusiasm and creative approach will inspire our residents and staff to get involved in activities both within the home and in the local community. Any similar experience would be ideal, but it isn't essential especially because we'll make sure you have the training you need to develop your skills and progress your career with us. For this role you will need to be able to drive in order to take our residents on trips. You will also need to be happy to work weekends on a rota basis as required. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your planning and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 8765

Activities Coordinator - Care Home

Live in care jobs near Cirencester. Taking care of everything We're Oxford Aunts and we've dedicated our life's work to helping people stay in the home they love since 1967. For over 50 years, we've grown our live-in care specialism and our ways of working to support the lives of the people we care for and the people who look after them. Join us and you'll discover how our community of colleagues are always there for each other. You'll live in a home that you'll proudly care for. And the relationship you build with the person you care for will give real meaning to the work you do. If you live in or near to Cirencester, you are ideally located to support our clients. Enhancing your life Because you take care of everything in the home, we take care of everything for you. Enhancing your life with work patterns and benefits that make a massive difference to your lifestyle, health and wellbeing. <ul> <li> Great rates of pay - earn up to £141 per day </li> <li> Generous rest time in placement </li> <li> A welcoming community </li> <li> Free induction training with opportunities to further develop your knowledge through our ongoing training courses</li> <li> Free accommodation in our dedicated carer house during training </li> <li> Local 24/7 support from our experienced team </li> <li> Free DBS check </li> <li> Free, confidential telephone line (Employee Assistance Programme) </li> <li> We're a Disability Confident Employer - ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations </li> <li> We offer longer placements which enable you to spend more time building a meaningful relationship with the person you care for and that give you flexibility to fit your work pattern around your lifestyle choices </li> </ul>This is meaningful work As a live-in care specialist, you'll provide companionship and support with personal care, domestic tasks and housekeeping (cooking, washing,ironing, vacuuming etc), so your client can live well in the home they love. You'll have the opportunity to support people living with a variety of conditions, enabling you to further develop your skills and knowledge. All placements are within 70 miles of Oxford, so you must be able to travel to your client home. What you'll need:<ul> <li> Hands-on professional care experience and the confidence to work independently. You may have worked as a live-in carer, domiciliary carer, care assistant, support worker, healthcare assistant or similar. </li> <li> Good communication skills and ability to maintain clear and accurate records </li> <li> To be reliable, compassionate and enthusiastic </li> <li> Experience of working under pressure and staying calm in difficult situations. </li> <li> Eligibility to work in the UK </li> <li> As this is a live-in position you will need to commit to living with your client for a minimum of 10-12 weeks at a time, although many of our Carers choose to stay in their placements for longer periods before having an extended break </li> <li> You must be flexible to travel to your client placement </li> </ul>Taking care of everything If you like the idea of live-in care, we'll take care of everything to make sure you're supported and rewarded in everything you do. Providing quality care in people's homes since 1967, Oxford Aunts is run by a team of experienced care professionals and is part of The Good Care Group.

Oxford Aunts

Live-In Carer - Cirencester

Gloucester, Gloucester Engla GL2 0RS, United Kingdom The Cedars is looking to recruit a Senior Support Workerto join the team.This is a full time 40 hours a week role. Working Days and weekends Rate: £13.10 per hour Located in Kingsholm, near to the centre of Gloucester, The Cedars provides residential support for up to nine people with a learning disability. The home is located on a quiet road, within walking distance of the town centre. We want to support our residents to live their lives to the fullest, by promoting independence and supporting them to access the community, in a safe way. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our residents wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Senior Support Worker, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of residents What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. - Leadership skills - Initiative - Willing to learn - Be supportive - Experience with Challenging behaviours -Conducting debriefs - Schedule flexibility - Experience in leading a staff of support workers - NVQ level 3 nice to have What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Adult care benefits<ul><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>28 days annual leave</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare</li><li>Access to development opportunities</li><li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li><li>Leadership &amp; management development</li><li>Long service award</li><li>Refer a friend bonuses</li></ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. About Priory Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, as well as children's mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities. With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care. Priory is part of MEDIAN Group , a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care. Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here . All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL' INDHP1

Priory

Careers at Priory

Senior Support Worker

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Bank Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Stonehouse, Stroud Engla GL10, United Kingdom The Lighthouse is looking to recruit a Support Worker to join their team. Full and Part time positions available Shift Pattern: Earlies, Lates and long days, weekend work included £13.60per hour The Lighthouse is a 5-bedded residential home for females aged 13-18. The Lighthouse provides a unique package of care and supports 24 hours a day and 365 days a year for young people within our care system. This provision is part of Priory's transitional living services for young people requiring support with risk taking behaviours offering the best possible care in their recovery journey. The Lighthouse is a large detached house near to Stroud Town Centre, We provide a high ratio of care, which enables a robust and proactive approach to risk management, whilst supporting people to engage with meaningful activity in the community. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate: Qualifications and Skills • Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature • Empathy, understanding and patience • Ability to work on your own and as part of a team • Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure • The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges • Competent in verbal and written English To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK. Adult care benefits • Free on-site parking • 25days annual leave • Contributory pension scheme • Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare • Access to development opportunities • Long service award • Refer a friend bonuses   Disclosure All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland, and the cost of this will be covered by Priory.   We are an equal opportunities employer. INDBAU2

Support Worker - days

JOB-20240819-db742659Join our dynamic team as a Locum Social Worker within Adult Social Care in South Gloucestershire. This ongoing full-time role is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact in the community while enjoying the flexibility and rewards of locum work. Earning £32.65 per hour, you'll have the chance to broaden your experience, enhance your skills, and work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team.Perks and benefits:<ul>
<li>Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn a generous rate of £32.65 per hour that reflects your expertise and dedication to adult social care.</li><li>Flexible Working: Enjoy hybrid working opportunities, giving you a great mix of office, community, and home settings to suit your lifestyle.</li><li>Continuous Development: Access to numerous training and development programs to keep your skills sharp and career moving forward.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: With locum work, you can tailor your schedule to balance personal commitments without compromising your professional ambitions.</li><li>Vibrant Community: Be part of a team that values collaboration and fosters a strong, supportive network of professionals in the sector.</li></ul>
What you will do:- Conduct social work assessments and provide advice and guidance to service users, ensuring the highest standards of care and support. - Collaborate closely with colleagues in different sectors, including health and the voluntary sector, to deliver seamless and integrated services. - Monitor and review care plans, evaluating reablement programs to promote service user independence. - Manage your caseloads or specific projects to secure specialist inputs and achieve effective outcomes. - Raise awareness of care issues, conduct risk assessments, and develop safe working practices to respond appropriately to assessed needs.Essential Requirements:- Degree or equivalent in social work. - Current Social Work England registration. - Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker. - Full clean driver's licence and access to a car or suitable travel arrangements for home visits and community work.South Gloucestershire offers an enticing blend of rural charm and urban convenience, with stunning countryside and well-linked transport routes. Our team is committed to ensuring the best outcomes for adults in the community, and we invite you to bring your expertise to an area known for its beauty and community spirit. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to elevate your career and explore South Gloucestershire's promising prospects. Join us and be part of something truly special.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

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