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We offer high-quality, specialist care to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in society. Every young person in our care is supported by a team of experienced, empathetic staff within warm, welcoming homes. Our approach is built around emotional safety, trust, and consistent daily routines, helping children build confidence, develop independence, and look forward to a brighter future LOCATION: STOCKTON-ON-TEES Role of the Bespoke Support WorkersOnce any support package is in place, our bespoke support worker (s) will be responsible for:Providing day-to-day trauma informed support set out in the childs care plan, to meet the childs day to day needs, promoting their safety and well-being and protecting them from harm including the cooking of meals, supporting the child/young person to keep their bedroom clean and tidy and ensuring that the home in which the young person lives in is clean.Promoting healthy lifestyle choices through structure and routine that would be expected within a family home.Supporting the childs engagement with education/training/employmentPromoting good relationships with neighbours and the wider communityFacilitating engagement with broader support services and health appointments (where these are specified within the childs care plan)Facilitating access to the community, cultural and leisure activities in line with the childs interests and aspirationsTransporting as and when necessary and have the relevant business use insurance.Promoting Family Time contact for children looked after with birth family members where this is specified within the childs care plan.Ensuring that the childs views about their care, support, and accommodation (where applicable) are listened to and acted upon where appropriate.Adhering to the Philomena protocol if the child goes missing- including searching for the young person, trying to contact the young person, and known associates however possible. If the young person cannot be located within the agreed allocated period to report this to Social Worker/ Duty Worker or EDT during out of hoursSupporting move on plans and assist with the childs transition.Maintaining a daily logbook/ incident book and sharing this with colleagues during staff handover points, shared through an agreed secure method.Notifying package managers of all incidents of self-harm, running/missing, substance misuse, damage to property and violent/ abusive behaviour in addition to any other significant risks identified by the support workers immediately through the EDT (out of hours)Adhering to all organisational policies relating to Safeguarding, Health and Safety, General Date Protection RegulationsSupport workers should not engage in discussion with parents/carers about the case or offer opinions or personal views relating to professionals or circumstances surrounding the case. Family members should be advised to contact the childs social worker if they wish to discuss .TPBN1_UKTJ

Family Court Advisor Middlesbrough £33.50 ph Hybrid Working As a Family Court Adviser, you will: Provide advanced social work services to children, families and the courts. Assess and analyse court applications involving child protection and serious welfare concerns. Identify and respond to issues affecting children and young people, ensuring their needs and best interests remain central. Promote a child-focused approach with parents and those who hold parental responsibility. Provide professional advice to courts and Local Authorities regarding safeguarding concerns and ways to improve outcomes for children. Support effective judicial case management through high-quality social work analysis and advice. Undertake high-quality direct work with children and families to understand their experiences, needs and wishes. Complete thorough assessments and analysis to inform decision-making and recommendations. A minimum of 3 years PQE as a Qualified Social Worker Required for application To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency

Family Support Worker £27,000 + Company Car (with an approx. retail value of £23,000 to £26,000, taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k) and other excellent benefits This role covers Northumberland, Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Sunderland, Stockton, Redcar and Cleveland and Middlesbrough. Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need. About the role: We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours, 5 days per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our North East Care Team to families in the local area, at a time where they need it most. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Southampton Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness. You will enjoy responsibility for managing your own schedule, remaining flexible to the needs of the families on your caseload. Having worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact. What we’re looking for: An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care. A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly. Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines. Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice) A persuasive and open communicator, you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people, and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential. What we offer: We are proud to be a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! As a Top 10 Charity, we have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including: • Control over your own schedule, based on the needs of families on your caseload, to balance home and working life, • Company car for front line care posts (car P11D value of £(phone number removed), taxable benefit in kind of £6-£8k), • Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%, • 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time), • The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping, • Time off in Lieu, • Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year, • Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via (email address removed);, • Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts, • Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes, • A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme, • Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page on our website. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our Candidate Pack on our website. Development opportunities: As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be the best they can be, and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, and Introduction to Play. The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs, with all family support workers having a foundation level of skills within their first year. About us: Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of their time together, providing expert practical and emotional support where they need, it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. How to apply: To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online. Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Additional information: Interviews will take place at our North East Care Team Office, we will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know as part of your application. There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate the team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation. Family Support Worker - Apply Now

Blackpool Council's Family Time Team is seeking a diligent Family Time Worker to supervise and support family time between children and their families across Blackpool. You will work flexibly across settings, building strong links with social workers and foster carers, guiding families in parenting

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Family Time Worker to join the Rossendale team within the Children and Family Wellbeing Service (Early Help). The role focuses on facilitating safe, meaningful family time sessions for children living apart from their parents, in partnership with social care co

Family Support Worker needed for Birmingham Children's Trust in a contract role with hybrid working options.

Seeking an experienced Family Support Worker for a contract role with Birmingham Children's Trust in Birmingham, offering hybrid working.

Seeking a Senior Family Support Worker to deliver support packages to families, preventing escalation to intensive services.

Senior Social Worker needed for Family Support & Protection Team in Tower Hamlets, managing child protection cases and court work.

We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Kentown Team. Our Family Support Workers are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months. The programme aims to provide a building blo

Social Worker needed to manage caseloads for individuals and families requiring guidance, ensuring effective support and adherence to professional standards.

As a Justice Social Worker, you'll work alongside individuals to support positive change, reduce offending, and promote rehabilitation, balancing support with public protection. You'll be part of a supportive and experienced team that works collaboratively with partners across health, housing, commu

Support Worker (Learn Dis) REF: HSCP/. Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits to employees including flexible working opportunities, attractive pe

Early Learning Support Worker (Supply). Renfrewshire Council are looking to recruit enthusiastic and caring early learning support workers for our general supply pool. Although a qualification is not essential to apply for this post you should have relevant experience with children and/or young peop

Based on your experience and qualifications, this may include opportunities at Residential Support Worker or Senior Residential Support Worker level. For colleagues appointed at Senior Residential Support Worker level, there will also be opportunities to mentor and support less experienced colleague

This is a fast-paced service suited to a confident Adult Social Worker with strong decision-making skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload. We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join a Front Door Service. The Front Door Service acts as the first point of contact for adults requirin

We're proud of the career pathways we offer and would particularly welcome conversations with experienced social workers who are looking to continue their professional journey as well as help nurture the next generation of social workers through guidance and shared learning. Looking for career suppo

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We are looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join a Mental Health Team. This team operates within a multidisciplinary environment, delivering high-quality support to adults experiencing mental health issues. The team is responsible for developing personalised care plans, tailored to individual nee

Undertake professional supervision of others and support their professional development including mentoring and support of designated staff enhancing and developing competences disseminating research and best practise findings to improve the performance of the team. A dedicated consultant as your ma

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person-centred care and support to individuals in Billingham, County Durham? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker and lead a passionate and friend

They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing regular visits. We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Looked After Children Team. The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people wh

You will be joining a successful team on a full-time basis, with fantastic leadership and supportive colleagues. As a Mental Health Recovery Workerat Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs service. Work in partnership with outside agencies involved in the care an

We are looking for confident Relief Support Workers to provide person centred support to service users within our Billingham services who have a learning disability and complex needs so that they can experience a wide range of opportunities for personal development. As a Relief Support Worker, you w

Responsibilities include creating and reviewing SMART support plans, delivering home or community based support, facilitating access to medical and community services, and minimizing hospital admissions for mental health. Right now, we are looking for a Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our

You will effectively support and manage the social worker, and assessment and review officers to undertake Care Act assessments, reviewing current care arrangements and the suitability of commissioned services. You will be responsible for promoting Blackburn with Darwen’s vision, objectives and pr

Providing peer support to qualified social workers to ensure a high quality practice. Assisting social workers with decision making. Work with York Limited is working with our York‑based client to find an experienced Social Worker Consultant for Practice Development work within their Adult Social

Tripod Partners is seeking a highly experienced children’s social worker for Havering with an immediate start and ongoing contract.

Southern Domestic Abuse Service is looking for a CAPVA Improvement Worker to support children and families affected by abuse.

Tripod Partners is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the Locality Team in Central Bedfordshire.

You will assess children and families where safeguarding concerns exist and support those on child protection and need plans, while preparing court reports as required. Lincolnshire County Council in Grantham is seeking a qualified social worker to manage cases from referral to closure, including CI

You will take a lead role in supporting children and families with complex needs, helping them and their networks build strength and safety so children can remain at home wherever possible. Working alongside multi‑agency partners you will deliver effective, evidence-informed interventions while mo

St Philip's Care is seeking an enthusiastic Administrator to support the day-to-day running of a busy care home. Join a team that emphasises training, development, and a supportive working environment, with opportunities to progress and gain qualifications.

They have excellent support from their supervising social workers, as well as managers in the agency. They attend support groups and regular events with their birth and looked after children. What We Are Looking For and What to Expect From Us We are currently looking to recruit a Senior / Supervisin

Proactive Global is seeking a Warehouse/Stores Operative in Reading with hands-on picking and goods-in experience.The role includes counting, packing, and accurate stock handling, plus basic Word skills.FLT training or licence is preferred, with a commitment to reliable, proactive work habits and th

Support with continuous professional development. Social Prescribing Link Worker. Social Prescribing Link Worker.

Tripod Partners is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker for the Adults team in Newcastle. This is an immediate start on an ongoing contract to provide high-quality social work support.

Onside Advocacy in Wyre Forest is seeking a Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our team and help local people take greater control of their health. The role works with NHS partners to connect individuals to non-medical supports and address social determinants of health. The successful candidate

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified social worker who is passionate about driving excellence, improving outcomes for adults, and supporting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Job Title: Social Worker (Quality Assurance). Provide support to the Service Manager for Quality A

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is recruiting a Consultant Social Worker for the Family Safeguarding Team in Hertfordshire. The post combines leadership with direct work supporting children, young people and families within a strengths-based model, aiming to reduce risk and promote positive outcomes. This o

City of York Council is recruiting an experienced social worker for the Family Help Service (Family Help Lead Practitioner).

You will be the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors, supporting daily school operations.

Notable employers of mental health support workers in the West Midlands include:. The West Midlands region offers various employment opportunities for mental health support workers across different settings and specializations. Support workers for individuals with learning disabilities and mental he

Hull and East Yorkshire Mind in Hull is seeking a Children and Young People's Safe Space Practitioner to provide practical and emotional support to young people attending the Safe Space.

Contract Personnel Ltd is recruiting a Warehouse Operative for an ongoing contract in Snetterton.The role runs Monday to Friday with afternoon/evening shifts from 13:00 to 21:00, offering stable, weekday hours.You will be responsible for picking, packing, labeling, and preparing orders for dispatch,

The student may also need mobility, orientation, sighted assistance, lab support and access support on and around campus, if this is the case it is your job to provide this support. Specialist Chemistry Academic Support Worker. The Learning Support Centre (LSC) are specialists in neurodiversity and

Friendly and supportive working environment.