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At OFG we believe increating a better work life balance Job Title: Deputy Headteacher Location: Riseley Green School, Riseley, Reading, Berkshire RG7 1QF Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only no sponsorship available About the Role As Deputy Headteacher, you will provide strategic leadership across curriculum development, assessment, teaching and learning, pupil progress, staff development and operational management. You will deputise for the Headteacher when required and contribute to the vision, ethos and long-term success of the school. This role requires a passionate educational leader who can inspire colleagues, build strong relationships with families and external professionals, and create a culture where both pupils and staff thrive. What You'll Be Doing Leadership & School Improvement Support the Headteacher in leading the schools vision, strategy and improvement priorities. Deputise for the Headteacher when required. Drive high standards, effective systems and continuous improvement. Curriculum, Teaching & Learning Lead the development of an engaging, inclusive and needs-led curriculum. Champion high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across the school. Use evidence and data to drive improvement and pupil achievement. Staff Leadership & Development Inspire, coach and develop staff to achieve high professional standards. Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high expectations. Support staff wellbeing, performance and professional development. Pupil Progress & Inclusion Oversee assessment, progress tracking and target-setting across the school. Ensure individual learning, therapeutic and care needs are effectively supported. Work closely with the SENCo and multidisciplinary professionals to maximise outcomes. Safeguarding & Wellbeing Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment for all pupils. Support effective safeguarding, welfare and child protection arrangements. Work with families and external agencies to ensure pupils receive the right support. Partnership & Community Build positive relationships with parents, carers, professionals and external partners. Promote the schools values, achievements and wider community presence. Share best practice and develop strong partnerships to enhance outcomes. What We're Looking For Degree and QTS qualification required. Has substantial senior leadership experience within an educational setting Demonstrates a strong understanding of curriculum development, assessment and school improvement Has experience supporting pupils with additional or complex needs Can inspire and develop staff to deliver outstanding practice Is highly organised, resilient and solution-focused Has excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people About Us Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school near Reading, Berkshire, for autistic young people aged 416, with a capacity of 60 pupils. We provide a nurturing, structured environment tailored to each childs needs, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. Small classes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and personalised programmes ensure every pupil can thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works closely with families to support wellbeing, independence, and the development of essential life skills. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running. Why Join Us? We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions Your Wellbeing Matters mental health support and physical health checks Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits Hundreds of UK and international discounts Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. 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Residential Project Worker (As and When) Are you ready to be part of something new and exciting? Barnardo's is thrilled to introduce, The Whistlestop in Randalstown and Willowgrove in Banbridge. These are both residential short breaks homes. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team of Residential Project Workers. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities and would like to be part of these gold-standard services please read on As an As-And-When Residential Project Worker, you will play a valuable role at the centre of our team in supporting and caring for children and young people accessing the service. Your time will be spent working closely with the children, ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable experience during their stay with us. Part of the role will include sleep ins and waking night shifts, so this will be something you can embrace and bring energy to. Do you have the following: • Experience of working with children and young people?, • Experience of working within safeguarding policy and procedures?, • A full driving licence and able to drive, or be able to demonstrate how you meet the mobility requirements of the role? Could this be the next step in your career path? Apply online today, When completing your application please refer to your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification and Job Description document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. Applicants must be registered with the NI Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register by appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to undertake enhanced Child and Adult barred AccessNI check. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible Pay & Reward Framework We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's?values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our?People & Culture?Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. Benefits Workplace Offer: What it means for you Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role. Barnardo's require colleagues to be UK residents, based in the UK and to complete their roles from within the UK (with the exception of colleagues providing Barnardo's services in Jersey and colleagues who live in the Republic of Ireland providing services in Northern Ireland) • Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements., • Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata, • The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme, • A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options, • Service related sick pay from day 1, • Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution, • Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension, • Cycle2work scheme, • Interest free season ticket loans, • Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal, • 20% discount at Barnardo's stores, • Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc, • Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support, • Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer *T&C's apply based on contract About Barnardo's We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. JBRP1_UKTJ

About The Role Help shape the future of dementia care in the UK. Dementia is the UK's biggest killer and one of the greatest social care challenges of our time. Every three minutes, someone in the UK develops dementia, and millions of people are affected through their relationships with family members, friends and colleagues. At Alzheimer's Society, we believe dementia shouldn't devastate lives. As the UK's leading dementia charity, we provide vital support to people affected by dementia today, while driving the research, innovation and system change that will transform lives in the future. As we continue to deliver our ambitious Help and Hope Strategy, we are seeking a new Trustee with significant experience in adult social care. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most important conversations in health and care. As a Trustee, you will help shape the strategic direction of a nationally recognised charity with a strong reputation, growing influence and an unwavering commitment to people affected by dementia. We're looking for a senior leader who understands the realities of adult social care and the opportunities ahead. You may have developed your expertise through social care provision, commissioning, regulation, policy, local government, integrated care systems or a related field. Whatever your background, you'll bring insight into the challenges facing the sector and a passion for improving outcomes for people living with dementia. Working alongside an experienced Board and Executive Team, you will provide support, challenge and strategic guidance to help ensure Alzheimer's Society continues to make the greatest possible impact. You will also help strengthen our understanding of the changing health and social care landscape at a time of significant reform and opportunity. We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who can bring: • Significant leadership experience within adult social care, • Strategic insight and sound judgement, • An understanding of governance and organisational leadership, • The ability to influence, challenge constructively and work collaboratively, • A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, • A genuine passion for improving the lives of people affected by dementia Previous Trustee or Non-Executive Director experience is welcome but not essential. This is a voluntary position requiring approximately one to two days per month, including Board and Committee meetings throughout the country, predominantly in London At Alzheimer's Society, we believe greater diversity leads to better decisions and stronger governance. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from those currently under-represented at Board level. Join us and help create a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Interviews will take place on 16th September at our London-Crutched Friars office. About You About Alzheimer's Society Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society. We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. Our hiring process During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website . Giving back to you Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits , recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society. You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society. INDAZ JBRP1_UKTJ

Nursing Home Manager, up to £60,000 per annum Care Home Manager | Registered Manager | Matron Elderly Care | Dementia Care | Nursing Home Job Description: A permanent Nursing Home Manager post has become available in a luxury nursing home in Bedford that specialise in providing nursing care to the elderly. Up to £60,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications Must have previous experience as a care home manager 40 hours per week, as per home’s needs Luxury nursing home for the elderly * Job reference: JO19532 The successful candidate will be required to ensure the smooth running of the home at all times and to the highest quality of nursing care to the home’s elderly residents, some of who may suffer with dementia. Good communication skills, previous home management experience and a passion for providing outstanding care are therefore essential. Job requirements of the Home Manager: • Promote clinical and administrative arrangement, training and care planning within the home • Organising and motivating the carers to ensure good standards of care are delivered • Maintain and monitor the health and welfare of residents • Liaising with other healthcare professionals (clients, GPs and other multi-disciplinary team members) • Ensure CQC National Minimum Standards regulations are met to ensure the needs, welfare and social inclusion of the residents are secured • Organising and attending regular staff meetings • Ensure the overall smooth, efficient and effective running of the care home at all times Skills / Qualifications Required: • Previous experience as a Home Manager • Must hold RMA / NVQ5 or equivalent • Valid NMC PIN – RGN, RMN desirable but not essential • Experience in budgeting and recruitment • Passion for elderly care Apply TODAY to arrange an interview or call (phone number removed) for more information!! Matron / Registered Manager / Care Home Manager / Care Manager / Home Manager

We are recruiting a Support Worker MUST be able to drive the 8 seater minibus. To join our service in Bedford, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Byron Court Byron Court is set on a quiet street in Bedford in a large Victorian style house with a beautiful garden, easily accessible by public transport. The service is registered for seven service users both male and female; service users have an array of mental health issues such as autism, anxiety, and asperser’s syndrome and learning disabilities and they are aged between 24 – 60 years. Public transport links are very good the service is around a 10-minute walk from the train station a just over 5 minutes from the town centre and local bus station. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Arts and crafts Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc. Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skills The Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Driver essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies

Clinical Assessor (PIP / WCA) – Adult Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists Hybrid remote roles available across England. Full-time positions available Everpool Recruitment is one of the UK's leading providers of permanent recruitment solutions to the Health and Social Care sector and we offer bespoke consultancy services to clients and candidates alike. We are currently recruiting for hybrid remote Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts. Salary: PIP - £45,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme WCA - £48,000 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 12 months (dependent of performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme Course Dates: October, November and December. Submit your application and secure your position as our October slots are filling up as well as our November! (Please note that each of the above roles are subject to availability and needs in each geographical area which may fluctuate over time. Ideally candidates need to be willing to do either of these roles. If someone has a strong preference for one over the other, we may be able to accommodate although this can’t be guaranteed) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm - Full-time positions available after full-time training period. Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary: PIP - £45,000 starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months (dependent on performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme WCA - £48,000 starting salary + £1,000 increase at 12 months (dependent of performance) + Excellent Bonus Scheme Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends. Flexible Work Options: Full-time roles available. Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days. Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme. Career Progression: Excellent internal advancement opportunities. Employee Discounts: Discounts at around 1,000 retailers. Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits including 24/7 Employee Assistance, a wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline, and more. ShareSave Scheme: Participate in our ShareSave scheme. Volunteering Day: Paid day off each year for volunteering. Role Overview: Conduct Assessments: Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments. Review Evidence: analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities. Compile Reports: Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Example Tasks: Interview claimants to understand their health conditions and daily challenges. Review medical records and write comprehensive reports. Provide recommendations based on thorough assessments. Training Program: Successful candidates will complete a 12-week comprehensive training program covering (amongst other things): Assessment Techniques: Best practices for accurate evaluations. DWP Guidelines: Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions. Report Writing: Skills for detailed and objective reporting. Who We Need: We are specifically seeking: Registered Adult Nurses (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General) Occupational Therapists (Adult-focused) Paramedics (Adult-focused) Physiotherapists (Adult-focused) Pharmacists (Adult-focused) Polite Note: Sponsorship is Not available for these roles. Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting Registration: Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC or HCPC. Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report-writing, and excellent IT skills are essential. About Us: Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference. How to Apply: Email your application to (url removed) or apply via the link provided

Nursing Home Manager Location: Bedfordshire Salary: £60,000 per annum + Performance Bonus Scheme Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: Days The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Care Home Manager to lead a well-established nursing, residential and dementia care service in Bedfordshire. This role is ideal for a passionate and commercially aware leader who is committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care, driving quality improvements and maintaining strong occupancy levels. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the service, ensuring exceptional standards of care, compliance and operational performance. You will be supported by a dedicated senior leadership team, alongside experienced Deputy Management, Administration, Hospitality and Housekeeping teams, enabling you to focus on delivering excellent outcomes for residents and staff. Reporting to: Operations Manager Key Responsibilities • Provide strong leadership and direction to the home's multidisciplinary team., • Promote a positive culture centred on kindness, dignity, compassion and person-centred care., • Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice standards., • Maintain high-quality care delivery and resident satisfaction across the service., • Manage budgets effectively and ensure financial targets are achieved., • Drive occupancy through effective community engagement, relationship building and marketing initiatives., • Oversee recruitment, retention, performance management and staff development., • Ensure effective governance, risk management and safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service. Candidate Requirements • Previous experience managing a nursing and/or residential care home., • Strong working knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory compliance., • Demonstrable success in improving care quality and achieving positive inspection outcomes., • Excellent leadership, communication and relationship-building skills., • Proven commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and occupancy. Qualifications • Registered Nurse qualification with active NMC registration desirable but not essential., • Relevant health and social care management qualifications preferred. Package & Benefits • Salary of £60,000 per annum, • Excellent performance-related bonus scheme, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, • Career development and progression opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Blue Light Card benefits, • DBS paid for by employer, • NMC PIN renewal paid (where applicable) This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Home Manager seeking to join a successful care service with strong support, excellent resources and a commitment to delivering exceptional resident care

Support Worker – Must hold a clean UK Manual Drivers license Location: Bedford Rate: £13.03 per hour Permanent | Full-time | 37.5 hours per week (rota-based) Please note: We may be unable to support applications where Home Office visa restrictions prevent candidates from meeting the full contractual hours or requirements of the role. ‘Extraordinary Days, Every Day’ At CareTech, we are committed to delivering Extraordinary Days, Every Day through high-quality, person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering independence, building confidence and life skills, and supporting people to live fulfilling lives in environments that best suit their needs. We are recruiting Support Workers to join our service in Bedfordshire supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Albert House Albert House is for 8 Adults with Learning Disability, Physical disability, Epilepsy and Adults on the Spectrum. Person centred care is very important to us at Ashview House. As a team, we focus on the abilities of the people we support and promote learning of new skills, thereby promoting independence and an improved quality of life. We have an open culture where staff feel safe to challenge bad practise, learn from mistakes, share knowledge and lessons learnt. The people we support are involved in the day-to-day running of their home. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Arts and crafts Days out such as Theme Parks, Meals out, Social activities, Christmas markets etc. Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skills The Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates wi

Duties and Responsibilities: Reports to the Branch Registered Manager. Ensuring all staff working in the Extra Care Scheme know their roles and attendance requirements. To ensure that the company priority of a re-abling, outcome-focused ethos is always communicated. Ensure all support plans and risk assessments are person centered and reviewed regularly. Ensure all supervisions and spot checks are completed and up to date. Ensure rotas are covered, and cover shifts if there is no other alternative. Participate in the On Call of the service, including holding a work phone. To provide ‘hands on’ care and support as and when required Liaising with the Housing Providers manager on site to ensure a coordinated approach is working for the customer. Communicating effectively internally and externally in writing. To ensure that all necessary computerised and manual records are up to date and compliant. Implementation of complaints procedure. Ongoing liaison with all clients, customers / relatives, social workers and any other external agencies. Providing a range of operational, managerial and administrative support for the development and ongoing existence of the Residents’ Committee at the scheme. Preparation of regular company reports as needed. Ensure training needs of all staff working in the scheme are communicated to the training team effectively. Ensuring to maintain the training Matrix, both E-learning and face to face. Ensuring all staff who are outstanding training or due to expire is communicated to the training team and put onto the training diary. To undertake regular risk assessments, staff spot checks, and reviews with customers To attend relevant training as and when required Ensuring information is up to date, maintaining Health and Safety records and provide practical and emotional support to all staff and customers when required. Ensure all folders maintained in the office are up to date and compliant, I.E the complaint folder, incident forms and time sheets etc. Manage and assist the senior support workers with medication and medication returns Audits of Mar charts and Log sheets Assisting Employee’s with their Training, I.E online courses and completion of the care certificate booklet. To assist the Training department in marking the Care Certificate Booklet and ensuring all pages are signed off correctly. To ensure all compliance spreadsheets are updated regularly and complaint, I.E, safeguarding spreadsheet, supervisions and spot checks etc. Personal Attributes: Reliable and hard working Flexible and good time management Ability to show warmth and compassion Ability to build and maintain rapports Ability to cope well under pressure Ability to cope with change in a fast paced environment Qualifications: Knowledge of service provision in the care profession Effective in all forms of communication Experience of working with a customer focused business Confident in decision making To have or be working towards a diploma level in Health and Social Care or equivalent Experience of working in a care or residential setting with suitable length of experience and qualification. Completed the Care Certificate Key Competencies: To be able to plan, allocate and evaluate the workload of all staff. To understand and implement legislation and regulations relevant to care and support staff and user groups. To be able to maintain and communicate administrative systems. To be able to select and effectively supervise all care staff working in sheltered accommodation. To be able to arrange the implementation of induction and other relevant training programs, and to identify and communicate on-going training needs. To be able to establish and maintain effective positive working relationships. To be able to maintain good assessment and review procedures within a re-abling framework which become the foundation for appropriate care and support plans for all customers living in the Extra Care Scheme. To be able to ensure that appropriate kinds of re-abling interventions take place to meet the customer’s needs and requirements. To liaise with other agencies involved with the Extra Care Scheme and with the residents to ensure the provision of integrated services. To have a good working knowledge of Health and Safety and confident in its communication

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across UK. We are currently recruiting a Housing Register & Complaints Officer for our client based in Waltham Forest. Key Responsibilities for Housing Register & Complaints Officer Assess Housing Register applications and re-registrations, determining eligibility, priority, effective dates, medical needs and housing options. Provide housing advice, homelessness prevention support and guidance on alternative housing options. Allocate Council and Registered Provider properties through Choice Based Lettings, direct matching and other allocation schemes. Verify applicants’ circumstances and assess suitability for permanent, temporary and private rented accommodation. Identify support needs and make referrals to relevant tenancy, social care, health and specialist services. Investigate and resolve complex Stage 2 housing management and landlord complaints, gathering evidence and making fair, evidence-based decisions. Prepare clear and comprehensive complaint responses, addressing issues, findings, remedies and required actions. Liaise with residents, Housing, Assets, Legal Services, Registered Providers, senior managers and external agencies to resolve complex cases. Respond to Housing Ombudsman enquiries and investigations within required timescales. Maintain accurate case records, evidence, correspondence, decisions and audit trails in line with governance and data protection requirements. Manage a complex caseload, prioritising work and meeting statutory, regulatory and service deadlines. Identify recurring issues, service failures and risks, contributing to service improvement and prevention of repeat complaints. Requirements for Housing Register & Complaints Officer Strong knowledge of housing allocations, homelessness, tenancy management and landlord and tenant legislation. Good knowledge of Part VI of the Housing Act 1996 and relevant Housing Allocations Policies and statutory guidance. Knowledge of the Housing Act 1985, Housing Act 1996, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and Housing and Regeneration Act 2008. Working knowledge of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards and Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code. Knowledge of the Children Act, Care Act and Welfare Reform Act, particularly their impact on housing needs and vulnerable households. Experience of investigating complex housing complaints and producing clear, evidence-based findings and responses. Excellent analytical, investigative, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret legislation and apply policies accurately. Ability to manage complex caseloads, meet deadlines and work effectively with residents, housing providers, legal services, social care, health and other partners. Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle sensitive and contentious cases professionally. Proactive, solutions-focused approach to homelessness prevention, complaint resolution and achieving sustainable housing outcomes

Blissful Healthcare is currently recruiting an experienced Band 6 Adult Social Worker for an exciting opportunity with an NHS Trust based in Bedford. Key Responsibilities Undertake comprehensive Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews. Assess adults with complex health and social care needs. Develop and review care and support plans. Arrange and commission appropriate health and social care services. Complete safeguarding and risk assessments to ensure service users remain safe. Maintain accurate electronic patient records. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and local authority colleagues. Participate in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development. Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification. Current registration with Social Work England. Experience within Adult Social Care. Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding legislation. Excellent assessment, communication and case management skills. Desirable Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification or willingness to undertake AMHP training. Previous NHS or Local Authority experience. What We Offer Competitive hourly rates. Weekly payroll. Dedicated recruitment consultant. Ongoing contract opportunities. Friendly and responsive compliance team. Interested? Apply today by submitting your CV, or contact Blissful Healthcare for a confidential discussion

Deputy Service Manager - Arlesey - £30,147.00 per annum Join Voyage Care and Feel Valued, we reward your dedication with: • Stream – giving you the flexibility to draw upon up to 40% of your pay, as it is earned. • Funded Blue Light Card – hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc. • 24/7/365 doctor line for our colleagues and their families • Access to cash plans for our colleagues, which also covers their families • Enhanced retirement leave • Long service awards Deputy Service Managers with a passion for enhancing the quality of life of the people we support are at the heart of our management teams. We’re currently searching for a fantastic Deputy Service Manager to join us in leading our supported living service. This service is a welcoming and friendly environment with a dynamic team that supports a fantastic group of people! Our Deputy Service Managers will be responsible for managing a team of colleagues with the purpose of helping people to gain more independence in their daily lives. You could be developing and implementing person centred support plans, conducting care needs assessments, recruiting and inducting new colleagues, completing supervisions/appraisals, completing medication competencies and medication audits, attending mutli-disciplinary meetings, completing reports and generally assisting the Registered Manager in the day-to-day management of our service. You’ll never lose sight of why you choose to do this, as our Deputy Service Managers play a central role in team leadership and have a hands-on approach to care management. You will also take part in the on-call rota (although this may be subject to change depending on the needs of the service). This is an amazing role for someone who is looking to really make a difference to the lives of others, whether that’s helping our colleagues grow in confidence or the people we support gain independence so that they meet their goals. We’re interested in our Deputy Service Managers having both the right experience and the right values. This is why at this service our Deputy Service Manager should have previous experience in a care management role and a Level 3 in Health & Social Care as well as experience working with individuals with autism, acquired brain injury, complex individuals with mental health needs, traumatic backgrounds and challenging behaviours. Why choose us? We embrace people’s differences and encourage you to Be You, and so long as you’ve got the passion to make someone’s life better, we can give you all the skills and development opportunities you need to build a great career. We encourage our staff to Grow Together through our excellent training programme, starting at induction and following you through your career, with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security in a sector leading organisation. Don't hesitate to apply today and make a real difference to the lives of the people we're supporting! All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references

Children's Support Workers Location: Lincolnshire Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. You will

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Health and Social Care Teacher to deliver engaging lessons that cover a variety of topics, including health, well-being, and social care practices. This Health and Social Care teacher offers the opportunity to teach a diverse and dynamic curriculum, suppo

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Southern Health and Social Care Trust seeks a Locum Consultant Radiologist to join the Medical Directorate on a bank basis, with flexible working options and the aim of delivering high-quality diagnostic radiology services. Fellowship in radiology and relevant licensing are expected; on-call duties

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The successful candidate will teach Health and Social Care up to KS4 and KS5, with the opportunity to contribute to the continued success and development of the department. The successful candidate will be joining a strong and passionate team, committed to delivering high-quality lessons and shaping

Health & Social Care Teacher Independent School, Bournemouth Full-time position January 2026 Start MPS/UPS Equivalent Salary School Information This Independent School educates around 850 pupils aged 11–18 and is well known for its caring ethos and strong academic outcomes. Experience and Qualific

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You will deliver applied learning linked to real-life health and care settings, supporting coursework and exam preparation. Health & Social Care ECT – Mixed Secondary School in Merton (January Start) Location: Merton Start Date: January Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale Sch

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