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Job Title: Advocacy Caseworker Contract: Permanent Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week (FTE 35 hours) Work Pattern: 21 hours per week to be worked Monday – Friday. Hours of work to be agreed. Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes with hybrid working available. Salary: £35,040 per annum, FTE (£21,024 per annum actual for 21 hours per week).Thank you for your interest in joining our special charity!About UsThe Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.About the RoleThe Advocacy Caseworker will be responsible for providing Social Care and CHC casework and support to SCI people for a wide range of issues relating to their health care and independent living. Working with SIA teams and external partners and agencies they will also be responsible for improving the provision of services to SCI people.The data and case studies they collate will be central to both the work of the Campaigns and Fundraising teams and the wider SIA communications. This information will also assist with service and organisational development, identifying new trends and areas of unmet need.The successful candidate will have at least one year’s experience of CHC and/or social care work, Experience of working with government bodies such as social workers, NHS etc, A good understanding of relevant social policy, welfare rights, health and social care issues that affect people living with disabilities, in particular those with spinal cord injuries. They will have the ability to cope with challenging or emotional enquiries and enquirers, be able to prioritise a busy workload and be able to explain complex information in an accessible way.Benefits:<ul><li>Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees)</li><li>Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution)</li><li>Access to Group life assurance scheme</li><li>Access to Healthcare cash plan</li><li>Access to discounted gym membership</li><li>Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP)</li><li>Employee volunteer days</li><li>Free car parking at SIA House</li><li>Investing in our people – all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development</li></ul>This post will play a critical role in achieving our ambitions. We hope that the role inspires you and we look forward to receiving your application.Closing date: 12 January 2026, 9am Interview dates: 27 January 2026 at SIA House, Milton KeynesInterested?If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right candidate.No agencies please.

Spinal Injuries Association

Welcome to SIA

Advocacy Caseworker

Job Title: Housing Solutions Officer Location: Romford Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: 6 months with possible extension Start date: ASAP Pay Rates: £20.28 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay Hours / Working Days: 36 hours per week (Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends as required) Job Purpose To deliver a high-quality housing advice and homelessness prevention service on behalf of the Council. The role involves assessing and investigating homelessness applications under the Housing Act 1996 (Part 7) and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, developing Personalised Housing Plans, and working proactively to prevent homelessness and reduce temporary accommodation use. The post holder will support vulnerable residents, provide expert advice on housing options across public and private sectors, and ensure compliance with all relevant housing, health, and social care legislation. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Deliver a professional housing options and homelessness service, conducting detailed interviews, assessments, and investigations in line with statutory duties.</li><li>Develop and maintain Personalised Housing Plans to prevent or relieve homelessness.</li><li>Provide comprehensive advice on housing options, including private renting, social housing, shared ownership, and relocation schemes.</li><li>Undertake homelessness prevention activities such as landlord mediation, debt management, and referrals for tenancy sustainment.</li><li>Conduct case investigations, issue statutory decision letters (S184), and prepare reports for internal and external use.</li><li>Attend court when required to represent the Council in homelessness or judicial review cases.</li><li>Collaborate with Adult and Children's Social Care, health services, and voluntary agencies to deliver joined-up support for clients.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Care Act 2014, and Children's Act 1989.</li><li>Record and maintain accurate electronic casework and data submissions to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).</li><li>Promote service improvements, innovation, and cost efficiency within homelessness prevention.</li><li>Respond to customer and stakeholder enquiries, complaints, and correspondence in a timely and professional manner.</li></ul> Experience &amp; Skills <ul><li>Strong understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Housing Act 1996, and related case law.</li><li>Proven experience delivering effective housing advice and homelessness prevention services.</li><li>Skilled in conducting detailed interviews, investigations, and complex decision-making.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and statutory letters.</li><li>Strong negotiation and advocacy skills when dealing with landlords, tenants, and partner agencies.</li><li>Ability to manage complex caseloads, prioritise work, and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Good IT skills and experience using case management systems.</li><li>Knowledge of welfare benefits, social housing access, and tenancy rights.</li><li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and customer-focused service delivery.</li></ul> Qualifications <ul><li>Relevant work experience with strong literacy and numeracy.</li><li>Formal training or qualification in housing or related field desirable.</li></ul> Working Conditions <ul><li>36-hour working week, with flexibility required for occasional out-of-hours work (e.g., emergencies or meetings).</li><li>May be required to work across different Council sites.</li></ul> Key Outcomes <ul><li>Homelessness prevented or relieved wherever possible.</li><li>Accurate, timely, and legally compliant homelessness decisions.</li><li>Effective partnership working to support vulnerable households.</li><li>Reduced reliance on temporary accommodation.</li><li>High levels of customer satisfaction and positive service outcomes.</li></ul>

Your World Healthcare Ireland

Your World Healthcare

Housing Solutions Officer

Your World has a brilliant new opportunity for a Band 6 ADOS Speech and Language Therapist with postgraduate experience working with ADOS Assessments. Description: You will join an experienced and highly motivated team in Central London. Pay rate ranging between £55 - £75 P/H per hour depending on experience. The SLT we seek will have previously worked with ADOS Assessments as a post-graduate therapist. They will be encouraging, supportive, and understanding of the varied patient needs they may encounter. The right candidate must also have exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with patients. Requirements:<ul><li>AN HCPC-approved degree in Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>Right to Work in the UK</li><li>Valid HCPC registration</li><li>ADOS-2 (Autistic Diagnostic Observation Schedule) Training completed.</li><li>NQP (Newly Qualified Practitioner) competencies completed.</li></ul>Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes:<ul><li>Daily PAYE Payroll</li><li>Weekly Limited Company &amp; Umbrella Payroll</li><li>Dedicated Recruitment Consultant</li><li>Fast-Track Registration</li><li>Training &amp; Support</li><li>Excellent Referral Bonus</li><li>Access to our Your Loyalty rewards</li><li>Assistance with travel and accommodation</li></ul>About Your World Your World is proud to be the leading supplier of AHPs in the UK. Our Speech and Language Therapy team is known for placing high-quality speech therapists into Locum SLT jobs. Last year, we supplied our candidates with over 3 million work hours! Sound like the perfect position for you? Click Apply Now or contact our team at 0203 751 5899 . Alternatively, email Edmund Whitton at [email protected] to learn more about our SLT jobs in the UK.

Speech & Language Therapist - Autism Assessments - Remote

This Band 7 BMS Locum Needed Huddersfield position is suitable for a qualified Biomedical Scientist to apply on a locum basis to start as a locum with a pay of £30.00 - £35.00 P/H. Beneficial criteria to help be successful in this BMS role include the following:<ul><li>Microbiology</li><li>Bacteriology - All benches covered</li><li>Virology background not considered</li><li>HCPC Registration required</li><li>Biomedical Science Background</li><li>Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship)</li></ul>Benefits Our market-leading candidate service benefits package includes:<ul><li>CPD Assistance</li><li>Mandatory Training Arrangements</li><li>Complete NHS Government Approved Framework Service</li><li>UK employment opportunities</li><li>Personal, dedicated Consultant</li><li>Direct contact outside core business hours &amp; weekends</li><li>Expert payroll team</li><li>Access to our Your Loyalty rewards</li><li>Efficient, dedicated compliance service</li><li>Assistance with travel and accommodation</li></ul>About Your World Established in 2005, Your World is one of the leading providers of healthcare professionals throughout the UK and Ireland. Our primary focus is ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service, success and satisfaction to all clients and candidates. Last year, we provided our candidates with over 5 million hours of work! Our team of Biomedical Science Consultants always ensure they have the best selection of biomedical science jobs available for a variety of areas and experience levels. Your World is an equal opportunity employer. To discuss this opportunity in more detail, apply now, or contact me on 02037515909 or email [email protected] .

Band 7 BMS Locum Needed Huddersfield

This Biomedical Science position is suitable for a qualified Nottingham Band 4 Associate Practitioner Locum to apply on a locum basis to start as a locum with a pay of £17.00 - £20.00 P/H. Beneficial criteria to help be successful in this AP role include the following:<ul><li>Histology experience</li><li>Special stains</li><li>Embedding</li><li>Microtome / Cutting sections (20-25 blocks an hour)</li><li>Biomedical Science Background</li><li>Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship)</li></ul>Benefits Our market-leading candidate service benefits package includes:<ul><li>CPD Assistance</li><li>Mandatory Training Arrangements</li><li>Complete NHS Government Approved Framework Service</li><li>UK employment opportunities</li><li>Personal, dedicated Consultant</li><li>Direct contact outside core business hours &amp; weekends</li><li>Expert payroll team</li><li>Access to our Your Loyalty rewards</li><li>Efficient, dedicated compliance service</li><li>Assistance with travel and accommodation</li></ul>We are an equal opportunities employer About Your World Established in 2005, Your World is one of the leading providers of healthcare professionals throughout the UK and Ireland. Our primary focus is ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service, success and satisfaction to all clients and candidates. Last year, we provided our candidates with over 5 million hours of work! Our team of Biomedical Science Consultants always ensure they have the best selection of biomedical science jobs available for a variety of areas and experience levels. Your World is an equal opportunity employer. To discuss this opportunity in more detail, apply now, or contact me on 02037515909 or email [email protected] .

Nottingham Band 4 Associate Practitioner Locum

Based within a fantastic Specialist Paediatric Service in Newtownabbey, this position is ideal for someone who needs a new challenge and wants to take their career to the next step. The hourly pay rate for this role is £14 - £17 P/H all inclusive. The Social Work Assistant will be primarily responsible for assisting social work managers in the provision of quality social work services to children and families. He/She will work within a Children's Services Team and will undertake tasks allocated by the Social Work Team Manager to support social workers in the discharge of their duties. The Social Work Assistant will also be expected to ensure continuing professional development through training, supervision and learning in line with NISCC registration requirements KEY RESULT AREAS / MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Direct Practice with Children and Families 1 Undertake work with children and/or parents/carers as directed by the Social Work Manager, Senior Social Work Practitioner or Social Worker in keeping with any support/protection/care plan and in their family support cases. 2 The SW/ SP/ SSW would hold case responsibility and the Band 4 social work assistant would be involved in and contribute to the overall assessment process commensurate with their role / responsibility. Their role will be supported through the provision of supervision and under the guidance of the case-holder. They would not hold carry a caseload independently. 3 Undertake the arrangements and/or assist with the delivery of services, assessed by social work staff as being needed to support children and families. This will include supported work with children and families. On occasion attendance and contribution to reports for Trust meetings in relation to children and families. 4 Complete delegated tasks such as co-ordinating family support, diversionary and respite services, sourcing appropriate family support services and other resources. 5 Collate essential information about children and families and report this back to the Social Worker/ Team Manager to assist in the assessment of the families' circumstances and needs. 6 Assist children and/or parents/carers with practical tasks including transport in respect of identified appointments, delivering advice and guidance in relation to parenting tasks for example routines and boundaries, behaviour management, homecare management, budgeting and essential form filling as necessary. 7 Provide general information about services and sign-post to more appropriate services as required. 8 Assists in delivery of contact services including the supervision of contact arrangements as directed. This will include transport issues and ensuring completion of appropriate documentation Is this you? A suitable candidate for the role will ideally have previous experience in a similar role and love what they do. This individual is suited to someone who is a good listener, a great communicator and has a natural interest in problem-solving. About Your World Established in 2005, Your World is one of the leading providers of healthcare professionals throughout the UK and Ireland. Our primary focus is ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service, success and satisfaction to all clients and candidates. Last year, we provided our candidates with over 5 million hours of work! Your World is an equal opportunities employer. Sound like the perfect position for you? Click Apply Now or contact me on 02037515888 . Alternatively, email Holly at [email protected] to find out more about our Occupational Therapy jobs on offer in the UK.

Band 4 Social Work Assistant

Who we are:Enthum House, is a 24/7, 365-day residential setting. We provide person-centred support and safeguarding for up to fourteen unaccompanied young people aged 16-18, who are seeking asylum in the UK and moving towards independence.&nbsp;&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:The Operations Director and Nominated Individual (NI) in Supported Accommodation plays a crucial role in ensuring that the services provided in supported accommodation settings meet Ofsted regulatory standards and are delivered in a way that promotes the wellbeing and safety of young people. The Nominated Individual is responsible for overseeing the service's compliance with the Supported Accommodation Regulations and Standards 2023, ensuring that high-quality support is delivered, and supporting the Registered Service Manager in maintaining the operational aspects of the service.<h2>Specific&nbsp;Duties</h2>Service&nbsp;Delivery&nbsp;and&nbsp;Regulatory&nbsp;Compliance<ul><li>To&nbsp;be&nbsp;a&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Senior&nbsp;Leadership&nbsp;Team&nbsp;and&nbsp;attend&nbsp;regular&nbsp;Senior Management Team meetings</li><li>Head&nbsp;of&nbsp;Safeguarding&nbsp;(DSL)&nbsp;-&nbsp;Overview&nbsp;of&nbsp;Safeguarding/managing&nbsp;allegations.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;meets&nbsp;the&nbsp;needs&nbsp;of&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;in accordance&nbsp;with legislation, policy, and best practices.</li><li>Line&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide formal&nbsp;and&nbsp;informal&nbsp;supervision and&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Registered Service manager and others as necessary to improve the home’s performance.</li><li>Ensure the home is led and managed in such a way as to be consistent with Enthum&nbsp;House’s&nbsp;approach&nbsp;and&nbsp;ethos&nbsp;and&nbsp;deliver&nbsp;the&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;set&nbsp;out&nbsp;in&nbsp;the statement of purpose.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;is&nbsp;fully&nbsp;prepared&nbsp;and&nbsp;ready&nbsp;for&nbsp;Ofsted inspection.</li><li>To&nbsp;have&nbsp;oversight&nbsp;of&nbsp;implementation&nbsp;of&nbsp;statutory&nbsp;and&nbsp;home’s&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide feedback&nbsp;to&nbsp;senior&nbsp;leaders&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;effectiveness&nbsp;of policies.</li><li>Resolve complex operational and service-based problems and conflicts raised through&nbsp;the&nbsp;home’s&nbsp;day-to-day&nbsp;running,&nbsp;complaints&nbsp;(and&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;HR&nbsp;process&nbsp;in collaboration with Co-Director(s))</li><li>To&nbsp;have&nbsp;oversight&nbsp;of&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;reports,&nbsp;statistical&nbsp;data,&nbsp;and&nbsp;evaluations&nbsp;in accordance with the policies of the home.</li><li>Review&nbsp;the&nbsp;performance&nbsp;of&nbsp;Staff.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;service&nbsp;meets&nbsp;the&nbsp;required&nbsp;quality standards in terms of safety, care quality, and operational procedures.</li><li>Liaise&nbsp;with&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;authorities&nbsp;and&nbsp;support&nbsp;the&nbsp;preparation&nbsp;of&nbsp;inspections, audits, and reports</li></ul>Leadership&nbsp;and&nbsp;Support:<ul><li>Supervise,&nbsp;lead&nbsp;and&nbsp;guide&nbsp;the&nbsp;Registered&nbsp;Manager&nbsp;and&nbsp;support&nbsp;staff,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;the team is well-informed of their roles and responsibilities.</li><li>Act&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;senior&nbsp;point&nbsp;of&nbsp;contact&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;team,&nbsp;offering advice&nbsp;on&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices&nbsp;and professional development opportunities.</li><li>Help&nbsp;to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;positive,&nbsp;inclusive,&nbsp;and&nbsp;supportive&nbsp;working&nbsp;environment.</li></ul>Quality&nbsp;assurance&nbsp;and&nbsp;Monitoring<ul><li>Be&nbsp;accountable&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;quality&nbsp;of&nbsp;support&nbsp;provided,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;that&nbsp;young&nbsp;people receive person-centered care tailored to their individual needs.</li><li>Monitor&nbsp;individual&nbsp;plans&nbsp;and&nbsp;outcomes&nbsp;for&nbsp;young&nbsp;people,&nbsp;working&nbsp;closely&nbsp;with&nbsp;the Registered Service Manager to implement improvements where necessary.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;robust&nbsp;safeguarding&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;place&nbsp;and&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;any&nbsp;concerns or incidents are addressed promptly and in accordance with legal and best practice standards.</li></ul>Operational&nbsp;Leadership&nbsp;and Accountability<ul><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;is&nbsp;adequately&nbsp;staffed,&nbsp;with&nbsp;recruitment,&nbsp;training,&nbsp;and retention strategies in place.</li><li>Assist&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;review&nbsp;of&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;in&nbsp;line&nbsp;with statutory requirements and best practice.</li><li>Contribute to the financial management of the service, including budget monitoring&nbsp;and&nbsp;resource&nbsp;allocation in&nbsp;partnership&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Finance&nbsp;Director.</li><li>Attend&nbsp;Quarterly&nbsp;Trustee&nbsp;meetings&nbsp;in&nbsp;person&nbsp;and&nbsp;occasional&nbsp;online&nbsp;Trustee meetings as required</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;quality&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;and&nbsp;health&nbsp;and&nbsp;safety&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;are&nbsp;conducted,&nbsp;and action plans are implemented by managers.</li><li>Overview&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;risk&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;are&nbsp;in&nbsp;place&nbsp;to&nbsp;protect&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;staff.</li><li>Monitor&nbsp;ongoing&nbsp;quality&nbsp;of service&nbsp;provision.</li><li>Co working on Data analysis (including progress of young people, i.e. Planning stars),&nbsp;recording&nbsp;and&nbsp;monitoring.&nbsp;Establish&nbsp;mechanisms&nbsp;for listening&nbsp;and&nbsp;acting&nbsp;on the views of beneficiaries, on the organisations performance (April and September)</li><li>Demonstrate&nbsp;service&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Children’s&nbsp;Homes&nbsp;(England)&nbsp;Regulations, Children’s Homes Quality Standards, and the social care common inspection framework (SCCIF).</li><li>Maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;culture&nbsp;of&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;service&nbsp;improvement.</li><li>Support&nbsp;Registered&nbsp;Service&nbsp;Manager&nbsp;to&nbsp;create&nbsp;effective&nbsp;monitoring&nbsp;systems&nbsp;to ensure the home is always ready for an Ofsted inspection and develop good working relationships with the home’s Ofsted inspector.</li><li>Marketing,&nbsp;media&nbsp;management&nbsp;and&nbsp;public&nbsp;speaking&nbsp;when&nbsp;required</li><li>Co&nbsp;work&nbsp;on&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;and&nbsp;assessing&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;risk&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and opportunities.</li><li>Responsible for the local authority relationships and proactive income generation and management.</li></ul>Young&nbsp;People&nbsp;Engagement and Support:<ul><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;young&nbsp;people’s&nbsp;voices&nbsp;are&nbsp;heard and&nbsp;that&nbsp;they&nbsp;are&nbsp;fully&nbsp;involved&nbsp;in decisions about their life and support received.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;the&nbsp;service&nbsp;is&nbsp;promoting&nbsp;independence,&nbsp;dignity,&nbsp;and&nbsp;respect&nbsp;for&nbsp;all&nbsp;young people.</li><li>Address&nbsp;any&nbsp;complaints&nbsp;or&nbsp;concerns&nbsp;from&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;and&nbsp;work&nbsp;with&nbsp;staff&nbsp;to resolve them in a timely and satisfactory manner.</li><li>Reporting&nbsp;and&nbsp;Documentation:</li><li>Oversee the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records for each young person&nbsp;on&nbsp;Mentor,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;that&nbsp;documentation&nbsp;is&nbsp;comprehensive&nbsp;and&nbsp;compliant with the regulatory framework.</li><li>Prepare&nbsp;and&nbsp;submit&nbsp;reports&nbsp;to&nbsp;Ofsted,&nbsp;Local&nbsp;Authority,&nbsp;or&nbsp;other&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;bodies&nbsp;as required.</li><li>Ensure&nbsp;that&nbsp;all&nbsp;reports,&nbsp;incident&nbsp;logs,&nbsp;and&nbsp;action&nbsp;plans&nbsp;are&nbsp;completed&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;timely and accurate manner.</li></ul><h2>Person Specification</h2><h3>Qualifications and Education</h3><ul><li>A&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;qualification&nbsp;in&nbsp;health&nbsp;and&nbsp;social&nbsp;care&nbsp;(e.g.,&nbsp;Level&nbsp;5&nbsp;Diploma&nbsp;in Leadership for Health and Social Care or equivalent).</li><li>Knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;current&nbsp;legislation&nbsp;and&nbsp;best&nbsp;practice&nbsp;in&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation and care settings</li><li>Evidence&nbsp;of&nbsp;work-related&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;management&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;strategic management responsibility.</li></ul><h3>Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience&nbsp;working&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;Ofsted&nbsp;regulated&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;or&nbsp;children’s home&nbsp;environment,&nbsp;ideally&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;senior&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;or&nbsp;management&nbsp;role.</li><li>Experience&nbsp;working&nbsp;with&nbsp;vulnerable&nbsp;children&nbsp;and&nbsp;young&nbsp;people&nbsp;with&nbsp;complex needs (mental health, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, adolescent services, transition teams, care leavers etc.).</li><li>Proven&nbsp;track&nbsp;record&nbsp;of&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;standards&nbsp;and improving care quality.</li></ul><h3>Knowledge and Understanding</h3><ul><li>As a minimum a thorough understanding of the Supported Accommodation Regulations&nbsp;and&nbsp;Quality&nbsp;Standards&nbsp;England&nbsp;2023, Working&nbsp;Together&nbsp;to&nbsp;Safeguard Children 2023, GDPR 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.</li><li>Guidance&nbsp;pertaining&nbsp;to&nbsp;running&nbsp;a&nbsp;residential&nbsp;supported&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;service</li></ul><h3>Essential Skills and Abilities</h3><ul><li>Strong&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;and&nbsp;management&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;motivate&nbsp;and&nbsp;guide&nbsp;a team.</li><li>Excellent&nbsp;communication&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;both&nbsp;written&nbsp;and&nbsp;verbal.</li><li>A&nbsp;detailed&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;of&nbsp;safeguarding,&nbsp;risk&nbsp;management,&nbsp;and&nbsp;health&nbsp;and safety regulations.</li><li>Ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;under&nbsp;pressure&nbsp;and&nbsp;handle&nbsp;sensitive&nbsp;situations&nbsp;with&nbsp;discretion&nbsp;and professionalism</li></ul><h3>Equality and Diversity</h3><ul><li>Promote&nbsp;equality&nbsp;and&nbsp;diversity&nbsp;by&nbsp;interpreting&nbsp;equality,&nbsp;diversity&nbsp;and&nbsp;rights according to legislation and policies.</li><li>Develop&nbsp;a&nbsp;culture&nbsp;of&nbsp;non-discrimination&nbsp;that&nbsp;supports&nbsp;individuals’&nbsp;rights&nbsp;and eliminates&nbsp;patterns&nbsp;of&nbsp;discrimination.</li></ul><h2>Service</h2>Enthum&nbsp;House&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;Category&nbsp;2&nbsp;ringfenced&nbsp;shared&nbsp;semi-independent&nbsp;accommodation&nbsp;for up to 15 looked after young people (UASC).Responsible to - TrusteesResponsible for - Registered Service Manager and Team<h3>Terms and Conditions</h3><ul><li>3 days a week, with flexibility across the week as required and based&nbsp;on&nbsp;the needs&nbsp;of the service. £33,000 starting salary.</li><li>Occasional&nbsp;evening or weekend&nbsp;work&nbsp;may&nbsp;be required.</li><li>Based&nbsp;in&nbsp;Eastbourne with&nbsp;occasional&nbsp;travel&nbsp;to other&nbsp;locations&nbsp;for external meetings.</li></ul>

Enthum Foundation

Operations Director and Nominated Individual

Our Commitment Derbyshire provides consistent, good quality care through twelve children's homes across the County. Our homes provide an environment where young people feel happy to live. Under-pinned by Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy (PACE), trauma informed practice, social pedagogy and person-centred approach to inform practice, we work continuously to improve the quality of our Children's homes, ensuring our young people have every opportunity to thrive and develop. About the role A fantastic opportunity to join the team at Hillview Children's Home, located in Swadlincote, providing therapeutically informed residential care for up to Four Derbyshire children, aged between 8 - 18yrs. Our Residential Childrens Workers provide a service to Children in accordance with legislative and policy requirements. Working as part of a small staff team who provide support and a person-centred service, they are responsible for the daily support, guidance, educational and social needs of our children. As an RCW, you will need to have an openness to and an aptitude for relationship focused and psychologically informed working practices. You must have the appropriate skills and experience to perform and work within an environment that can, at times, require using your own initiative along with an understanding of the children act, the quality care standards and Children's Homes (England) regulations 2015. You must hold, be working towards, or be willing to undertake and complete within 2 years of starting work at the home, the Level 3 Children and Young people's Workforce Diploma and Social Care Pathway (England) 2015. OR you should hold an equivalent qualification such as The NVQ 3 caring for children &amp; young people and be prepared to complete any additional work to meet the required level. More information on the role can be found within the Job and Person profile. Residential Childrens Worker roles attract the following additional payments. This Residential Childrens Worker role is shift based (earlies, lates and sleep in's) to provide 24hr care. Salary details: Grade 9 £16.77- £17.79 Monday to Sunday 7am-7pm. After 7pm until 7am £22.36 - £23.72. Bank Holidays £33.54 - £35.58 per hour Sleep-in duty, you will be paid a basic duty payment rate of £36.19. Any additional time worked as a result of being called to work when sleeping in will be paid at the appropriate rate for the day/time of day. Bank holidays: sleep-in duties that span into or out of a bank holiday will be enhanced to double the basic duty payment rate. For more information on our residential children's service please visit <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/children-we-look-after/residential-care/young-people-who-need-residential-care.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/child…</a> Working for Derbyshire Derbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep. The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links. In addition to location, there are several perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:<ul> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li> <li>travel expenses</li> <li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li> <li>free car parking at most sites</li> <li>an in-house counselling services</li> <li>occupational health service</li> <li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li> <li>cycle to work scheme</li> </ul>Provisional Interview Date: 9 or 10 January 2026 Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made. Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here CS1 We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made. Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here CS1 Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected. We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within Children's Services for dynamic and committed individuals to play a role in Children's Social Care. The role of the Family Time Assistant supports children to maintain contact with their family as part of any legal proceedings You will work across the Erewash locality delivering Family Time sessions in a range of council and community venues. What will I be doing:<ul> <li>Driving children to and from Family Time.</li> <li>Making observations within Family Time.</li> <li>Ensuring the health and safety of children within Family Time.</li> <li>Maintaining records on electronic systems.</li> <li>Maintaining communication with locality Social Workers and Practice Supervisors.</li> <li>This list is not exhaustive, take a look at the Family Time Assistant job profile for more detail.</li> </ul>What skills and experience do you need to have:<ul> <li>Be enthusiastic, versatile and self-motivated with the ability to work well as part of a team</li> <li>Have good communication skills</li> <li>Have the ability to analyse complex data</li> <li>Be able to manage one's own time</li> <li>Have good IT skills</li> <li>Understand the need for confidentiality</li> </ul> If you would like to have an informal chat about this role, send an email to <a href="mailto:cs.ereBSmanagers@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">cs.ereBSmanagers@derbyshire.gov.uk</a> . Please include your mobile number. Provisional Interview Date: Monday 19 January 2026 Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here CS1 We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

Family Time Assistant (2 Posts)

Our Commitment Derbyshire provides consistent, good quality care through twelve children's homes across the County. Our homes provide an environment where young people feel happy to live. Under-pinned by Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy (PACE), trauma informed practice, social pedagogy and person-centred approach to inform practice, we work continuously to improve the quality of our Children's homes, ensuring our young people have every opportunity to thrive and develop. About the role Our Residential Childrens Workers provide a service to Children within Specialist Services in accordance with legislative and policy requirements. Working as part of a small staff team who provide support and a person-centred service to children and young people, they are responsible for the holistic care and safety needs of the children. They work in close collaboration with partner services to support children and their families in accessing additional services, which may help address any unmet developmental needs. They embed the therapeutic ethos of Derbyshire Residential Services within the Homes, to ensure that all areas of a child's care address their physical, emotional, and social development. As an RCW, you will need to have an openness to and an aptitude for relationship focused and psychologically informed working practices. You must have the appropriate skills and experience to perform and work within an environment that can, at times, require using your own initiative along with an understanding of the children act, the quality care standards and Children's Homes (England) regulations 2015. You must hold, be working towards, or be willing to undertake and complete within 2 years of starting work at the home, the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR should hold an equivalent qualification such as L3 Children and Young Peoples Workforce (Social Care pathway), or NVQ L3 Caring for Children and Young People. Residential Childrens Worker roles attract the following additional payments. This Residential Childrens Worker role is shift based (earlies, late's and sleep in's) to provide 24hr care. Salary details: Grade 9 £16.77- £17.79 Monday to Sunday 7am-7pm. After 7pm until 7am £22.36 - £23.72. Bank Holidays £33.54 - £35.58. Sleep-in duty, you will be paid a basic duty payment rate of £32.86. Any additional time worked as a result of being called to work when sleeping in will be paid at the appropriate rate for the day/time of day. Bank holidays: sleep-in duties that span into or out of a bank holiday will be enhanced to double the basic duty payment rate. For more information on our residential children's service please visit <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/children-we-look-after/residential-care/young-people-who-need-residential-care.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/social-health/children-and-families/child…</a> Working for Derbyshire Derbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep. The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links. In addition to location, there are several perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:<ul> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li> <li>travel expenses</li> <li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li> <li>free car parking at most sites</li> <li>an in-house counselling services</li> <li>occupational health service</li> <li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li> <li>cycle to work scheme</li> </ul>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks. The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made. Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here CS1 We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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