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JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding &amp; DoLs Team - Rutland (UK) - £To be confirmed Hourly - Ongoing Contract - Full-timeThis exciting opportunity with Rutland County Council's Adult Safeguarding and DoLS Team is based in Oakham, Rutland. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our vibrant team responding to complex and high-risk adult safeguarding enquiries. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working partly from home, with an expectation of two days per week spent in Rutland. As a Social Worker in this dynamic environment, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of adults at risk by upholding the principles of the Care Act and Making Safeguarding Personal practices. Our commitment to preventing harm and reducing abuse or neglect is at the heart of everything we do. This full-time position allows you to create, review, and monitor support plans for some of the most vulnerable in our community, including individuals who may lack capacity to make their own decisions.Perks and benefits: - Competitive hourly rate: Although this will be confirmed, working as a locum can provide a higher earning potential and allows you to dictate your own schedule. - Professional development: Gain invaluable experience with complex cases within a supportive and knowledgeable team, which can significantly enhance your career trajectory. - Flexible working arrangements: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working to maintain work-life balance while also making a tangible impact. - Countryside charm: Rutland offers a unique blend of rural beauty and accessible urban amenities, enriching both work and leisure time.What you will do: - Respond to adult safeguarding enquiries, ensuring adherence to the Care Act and Making Safeguarding Personal principles. - Promote the safety and well-being of adults at risk and actively contribute to reducing risk and preventing harm. - Undertake comprehensive social care assessments including complex cases for Rutland residents, partnering with individuals and their carers to develop support or protection plans. - Collaborate with individuals who may lack capacity to make decisions, completing necessary reports and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed.Requirements of the Social Worker: - A degree or equivalent in social work, with current Social Work England registration. - Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK as a qualified Social Worker. - Post-qualifying experience in Section 42 enquiries is essential.Rutland is not just a great place to work but also a fantastic place to live. With its picturesque landscapes, rich history, and welcoming community, Rutland offers the best of both worlds – peaceful rural living with all the amenities you need close by. Whether you’re a lover of the great outdoors or someone who enjoys exploring charming market towns, Rutland has something for everyone. Join us and be part of a supportive community where your work makes a real difference.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 - Adults Safeguarding & DoLs team

Oakham, Oakham Engla LE15, United Kingdom Priory Health Care islooking to recruit a Support Worker to join their team. This is afull timerole. Salary: £24,637 Day &amp; Night Shift: Working 37.5 hours per week (12hour shifts) 07:45 - 19:45 / 19:45 - 07:45 on a rota with weekends included. Located in the picturesque town of Melton Mowbray on the Leicestershire border, Priory Hospital is a 50-bedded residential service, providing care and treatment for people with mental health conditions to longer-term community care. The service has 3 wards and plans to open the first ward by January 2026 as a 26 bed residential care service for working age adults with ongoing mental health conditions who require support in the community. 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. Your positive attitude and passion for providing high quality care and support will be your key strengths, but you'll also have a friendly, patient and positive approach to work. As a Support Worker, you will assist 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. You will provide support with day to day activities, whilst encouraging and promoting independent living. As part of our team, you'll help people reach their potential, through both practical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives. <ul><li>Supporting with personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and personal care </li><li>Performing light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing bed clothes </li><li>Assistance and support to attend medical appointments </li><li>Observe, monitor, and record physical and emotional well-being, and quickly report any changes to senior staff </li><li>Supporting the development of important family connections and liaising with specialists, including Speech &amp; Language Therapists and Learning Disability teams </li><li>Encouraging participation in social and recreational activities that promote involvement and personal growth </li></ul>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 <ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a caring nature </li><li>Empathy, understanding and patience </li><li>Ability to work on your own and as part of a team </li><li>Ability to understand and follow policies and procedure </li><li>The ability to anticipate and respond to challenges </li><li>Competent in verbal and written English </li><li>A healthcare qualification is desirable, but not essential </li></ul>To be considered for this role, we require you to have the right to work in the UK. 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. Healthcare benefits<ul><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra 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>Company Description Priory Adult Care is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist adult care services. Our aim is to provide the right support in the right home for all the individuals we accommodate. With community-based residential care settings, as well as a network of supported living services, we support adults over the age of 18 with autism, dementia, learning disabilities, mental health conditions, Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and behaviours that challenge. We also offer a range of residential and nursing care settings for older people with varying levels of need.   At Priory, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something special. A closeknit, supportive and diverse team who help to make a real difference to people's lives.  We offer full training and numerous pathways into senior and leadership position to help you shape your career with us. Our roles can be full or part time with a variety of shift patterns available, including weekdays and weekends.   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.

Priory

Careers at Priory

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.

Barchester Healthcare

Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

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