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Location Home based with frequent travel across our communities Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 Basis Permanent Salary Up to £35,000 + car allowance & enhanced benefits package About us We are Pegasus Homes Ltd, a vibrant, dynamic business who are proud to design, build, and create high-quality homes with a focus on independent later living for the over 60's. Our current portfolio has some 1100 homes across 44 communities and our developments are beautifully designed offering stunning community living. About our role This is an exciting, newly created role in which you will report to and support our Customer Wellbeing Manager, you will act as the vital link between high-level welfare strategy and localised site operations.Your core responsibilities will include… Resident Support & Case Management • Act as the first point of contact for individual support needs, managing the independent living inbox and responding to non-priority welfare concerns., • Build trusted relationships with residents and their families, providing clear communication and guidance on independent living transitions., • Mobilise across our portfolio to conduct hands-on welfare checks and provide direct support during sensitive periods. Safety & Compliance • Identify, escalate, and co-ordinate safeguarding concerns in partnership with relevant authorities., • Support complaints handling regarding independent living and care services (including Careline and emergency service interactions)., • Provide expert guidance and ‘on-the-day’ support to our Building Community Managers and onsite teams., • Be a point of escalation during the eligibility process and complete assessments where needed. Community Engagement • Champion our Community Engagement strategy including an innovative framework for social, physical, creative, and intellectual activities., • Provide support, training, and resources to onsite teams, assisting with event booking, marketing materials, and fostering a collaborative culture. About you The successful candidate will possess the emotional stamina to handle complex care needs, alongside the organisational skill to manage a diverse regional portfolio. A calm, level-headed approach and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older adults are essential. Qualifications & Essential Criteria • NVQ Level 3 or higher in Health and Social Care (Essential), • Formal training in Risk Assessment in Adult Care and Assessment & Eligibility is required., • A valid UK Driving Licence and a genuine willingness to travel across our national portfolio is essential for this field-based role Operational Experience • A proven track record in reactive case management, specifically handling sensitive, urgent, and multifaceted care needs., • Practical experience in identifying and managing safeguarding concerns in strict alignment with Local Authority requirements., • Demonstrable experience in managing complex complaints within a care or independent living environment, ensuring outcomes are both fair and empathetic., • Significant experience acting as the primary welfare link between residents, families, and internal operational teams., • Proven ability to conduct formal assessments and provide documented justification for outcomes., • A background in housing management, older people’s services, or supported housing is highly advantageous. Expertise & Knowledge • A deep understanding of the physiological and psychological challenges facing older adults., • Support complaints handling regarding independent living and care services (including Careline and emergency service interactions) to a satisfactory conclusion., • Sound knowledge of current safeguarding legislation and best practices in resident welfare., • Exceptional verbal and written skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with everyone from residents to senior leadership., • The ability to prioritise a diverse regional caseload, ensuring a rapid and effective localised response. Your attributes • The stamina to provide compassionate grief support and navigate high-stress family dynamics with ease., • A calm, level-headed presence when managing urgent welfare issues or sensitive complaints., • A genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older adults and championing the Pegasus brand values. Good to know • Due to the nature of wellbeing support, a flexible approach to working hours is essential to meet the needs of our residents and respond to urgent situations., • As our developments span the breadth of the country, from the North East to the South West, this position demands a high degree of mobility. You should be a confident long-distance driver who genuinely enjoys the variety of supporting different regions in person. Our benefits & rewards We offer fantastic benefits which look after your Financial, Mental and Physical Wellbeing as we believe it is important that we are able to support our employees across all three of these elements in order to ensure an effective work life balance. By joining us you'll enjoy a benefits package that includes: • Enhanced annual leave & holiday buying scheme, • Contributory pension scheme with additional employer contribution,, • Life Assurance, • Two paid volunteering days per annum, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Health Cash Plan & Virtual GP, • Discounted Gym Membership, • Company Discounts Portal, • Refer a friend scheme and access to internal opportunities Your recruitment journey Once you submit your application, our team will personally review your experience with a human touch. Depending on the role, we may invite you to complete a brief online assessment. From there, you’ll typically move into a one or two-stage interview process. Whether these meetings happen virtually or in person, we’ll always ensure you have the opportunity to visit our communities or offices to get a true feel for life at Pegasus Homes. Whatever the path looks like for your specific role, we promise to keep you updated every step of the way. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and invite applications from all backgrounds, regardless of protected characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of your application, please let us know. Please note that in accordance with UK law, we can only consider applicants who currently have the right to work in the UK. If you have the skills & experience we are looking for we'd love to hear from you!

Liquid Personnel represents a Devon-based client seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead the Adult Social Care Locality Team, overseeing social workers and practitioners to deliver person-centred practice, safeguarding, and complex case management. You will drive practice quality, support staff development, manage workloads and budgets, and partner with health and community services to secure positive outcomes for adults in care. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client based in Devon is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Adult Social Care Locality Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and motivated leader to oversee a busy community-based service supporting adults with a wide range of care and support needs. The successful candidate will provide operational and professional leadership to a team of Social Workers and Adult Social Care practitioners, ensuring high-quality, person-centred practice and effective service delivery. You will oversee assessments, reviews, safeguarding activity, and complex casework, whilst supporting practitioners to deliver strengths-based interventions that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. This role requires an experienced manager with strong knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with partner agencies, providers, citizens, and carers in a fast-paced environment. • Providing day-to-day leadership and management of the Locality Team, ensuring high standards of professional practice and service delivery., • Supervising, supporting, and developing Social Workers and Adult Social Care staff through regular supervision, performance management, and professional development., • Allocating work across the team, ensuring workloads are appropriate, priorities are managed effectively, and statutory responsibilities are met., • Overseeing the completion of Care Act 2014 assessments, reviews, support planning, and complex case management activity., • Providing oversight and guidance on safeguarding concerns and safeguarding enquiries, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and local procedures., • Supporting staff with complex decision-making, risk management, and the application of professional judgement., • Ensuring Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision-making processes are completed in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005., • Undertaking practice quality reviews and preparing cases for Practice Quality Forums and funding panels where required., • Monitoring the quality of assessments, reviews, reports, and support plans to ensure they meet professional and organisational standards., • Working collaboratively with health partners, providers, housing services, community organisations, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated support and positive outcomes., • Responding to complaints, concerns, and service issues in a timely and professional manner., • Supporting service improvement initiatives and contributing to the development of best practice across Adult Social Care., • Monitoring performance, quality assurance activity, and key service objectives to ensure effective and efficient service delivery., • Maintaining oversight of budgets, resources, and commissioned services to support positive outcomes and value for money. To be successful in this role you must have; • Professional Qualification: MA, BA, BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent recognised professional qualification., • Registration: Must be registered with Social Work England., • Experience: Significant post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care, including leadership, supervision, or management responsibilities., • Legislation Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Adult Safeguarding legislation, and associated statutory guidance., • Safeguarding Experience: Proven experience overseeing safeguarding concerns, Section 42 enquiries, and complex risk management., • Leadership Skills: Experience managing teams, supervising staff, allocating workloads, and supporting professional development., • uality Assurance: Experience undertaking practice audits, quality reviews, and preparing cases for funding or decision‑making panels., • Multi-Agency Working: Strong experience working collaboratively with health services, care providers, partner agencies, citizens, and carers., • Communication Skills: Excellent leadership, negotiation, report‑writing, complaint handling, and stakeholder management skills., • Organisational Skills: Ability to manage competing priorities, drive performance, and lead service delivery within a demanding environment., • Free DBS and compliance service, • Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly, • Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies, • Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal, • Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge, • Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK, • “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*, • “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us * Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you looking for a new challenge whilst working within the Community? We are looking for someone to act as a source of expertise on the assessment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of pathologies to physiotherapists, studentphysiotherapists, skilled non-registered staff, other healthcare professionals, GPs, Consultants, patients and their carers. Able to provide a high standard of physiotherapy service within Torbay. Which will involve community rehabilitation, crisis response and Intermediate care cover. You will be required to work between these area’s dependant on needs of the service, this will take part in the Baywide Intermediate Care weekend rota and late duty rota within the zone. This may also include from time to time, covering other localities within the Trust. Please feel free to contact us if you require any further information. • Deliver high quality care to the housebound patients of Torbay and work as part of multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with primary care and secondary care., • Undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, including professional and legal accountability and managing clinical risk for all aspects of own work. Some aspects of work will involve delivery of the care as part of a multidisciplinary team. In most cases to be the sole health professional with responsibility for that patient’s episode of care, • Undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse or complex physical, psychological, cognitive and behavioural conditions in order to provide an accurate diagnosis and prognosis, • Formulate and deliver individualised physiotherapy treatment programmes, including manual therapy techniques, therapeutic handling, patient education, electrotherapy, provision of exercise (individual/group), and other alternative options. This includes the appropriate selection of referrals for inclusion in a range of treatment programmes, one to one sessions using advanced treatment options, advanced communication, questioning and reasoning skills Torquay Health and Well-Being Team are a large but supportive team who enjoys mentoring team members and students and is passionate about delivering quality care to the housebound patients. We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality. We are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. The team is flexible and promotes a health work/home life balance. Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon. Diploma/degree in physiotherapyState registration – current HCPC certificate Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal,neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings Carry out assessments and treatments of people with severe physical, cognitive, behavioural and sensory impairment and poor mobility with frequent intense physical effort daily e.g. handling of heavy body parts. This may include several short periods of static postures kneeling, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending and stretching daily. Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties. • Diploma/degree in physiotherapy State registration – current HCPC certificate, • Experience within the NHS including experience as a junior in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, • Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field, • Post graduate training/experience in rehabilitation and elderly care, • Working knowledge of a broad range of musculoskeletal, neurological and medical conditions common in the elderly, • Knowledge of the relevant NSFs and clinical guidelines, • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team, • Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers, • Some experience working with a biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment, • Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings, • Experience of primary care rehabilitation, • Knowledge of the safeguarding adults process, • An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit, • Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and adult social care, • Ability to maintain judgement under pressure, • Ability to organise and prioritise workload, • Ability to contribute to weekend/evening working rosters, • Ability to work alone assessing and managing risk. Clinical workload involves daily/weekly/monthly domiciliary visits with telephone support from the physiotherapy lead if required, and lone working during the out of hours service, • Ability to be mobile in the South Devon area to complete community visits and attend meetings You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people. If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts. The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Trauma Stabilisation Practitioner Base: Brunswick House, Cattedown Plymouth, with the option of hybrid working Area Covered: Plymouth City Salary: £25,954 (pro rata actual = £12,997) per annum rising to £26,364 (pro rata actual £13,182) per annum on successful completion of probation. Hours: 18.75 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 30/09/2026 The role of the Trauma Stabilisation Advisor & Administrator at First Light in Plymouth is to predominantly offer some clients psychoeducational support whilst they are waiting for counselling. As a Trauma Stabilisation Advisor, this role will deliver an appointment-based Trauma Stabilisation service to already clinically assessed clients. The advisor will be using techniques which have been delivered through specialist TSP training and there is an expectation to deliver four trauma stabilisation sessions per day, and to complete all notes and admin connected with each case. There is a requirement to be conscientious, meticulous and at all times act in a confidential manner. The Administrator should be highly motivated, flexible and able to work unsupervised. They must also be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and be able to create charts, filter and formulas in Excel using data from our client management system (Oasis). • To provide 12 Trauma Stabilisation sessions to 12 separate clients per week and keep accurate notes and admin around these sessions, within the boundaries of training and competence., • To facilitate, support and deliver of the Trauma Stabilisation Programme for clients who are within and outside of the Criminal Justice process seeking support, • Continually assess and regularly review the victim s risk and needs and use a Trauma informed Approach to keeping victims and their families safe, • Undertake assessments on all new referrals to understand the service requirements for each client, • Provide advice, support and guidance to people accessing the recovery pathway, • Provide the continuity of support to all victims who have not been assigned further therapeutic support, • Maintain data integrity and compile and prepare reports using our own Client Management System and its data reporting program. Also using Word, Excel and PowerPoint in accordance with reporting deadlines, • Undertake specific administration duties related to the children and young people s service, including electronic case and note management, client assessments and contracting, user feedback and provide statistical caseload information for quarterly service reports., • To undertake individual assessments and develop creative ways of working therapeutically with young people who have experienced sexual abuse or sexual violence, based on client need., • To consistently reach all KPIs for the service and assist the adult service in reaching theirs if possible., • Has completed TSP training or is willing to complete at the earliest opportunity, • Experience of working with people who have been sexually abused., • Has good knowledge of Microsoft and other IT applications, • Experience of sound knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding., • A comprehensive induction and training programme., • A well-being day per financial year (1st April to 31st March), • Access to external supervision to discuss personal or emotional responses to traumatic cases, to ensure emotional and psychological well-being., • Health and well-being resources including our staff Well-being Group, Staff Consultation Committee and active participation in our employee engagement platform., • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which includes a 24/7 telephone helpline offering medical, emotional and financial support., • Working for an organisation committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, and all backgrounds regardless of age, race, faith, disability, neurodiversities, genders, gender expression or sexuality. First Light are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and have an LGBTQIA+ Staff Network., • Annual pay review and employer contribution pension scheme. The successful applicant will be subject to a Disclosure & Barring check, and a social media check conducted by a third party organisation as part of our Safer Recruitment process. Any future offer of employment is contingent on the satisfactory completion of these checks, as well as the receipt of two satisfactory employment references, with one being from your current or most recent employer. Please note that in some roles staff may be required to work from a home/office base in accordance with our Hybrid Working policy. 12 noon on Wednesday 30th September 2026 To be confirmed with the candidate. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days of the deadline for receipt of applications, please assume you have been unsuccessful at this time. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert early for the right candidate, so we encourage early applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 27 September 2026 Department: Childrens Services Location: Torbay Council Compensation: £32,578 - £35,570 / year Help Shape Better Services for Children, Young People and Families. Do you believe that children, young people and families should have a genuine voice in the decisions that affect their lives? Are you passionate about participation, engagement and co-production? Do you have the skills to build positive relationships, inspire involvement and ensure that lived experience helps shape services and practice? If so, we would love to hear from you. At Torbay Council, we are committed to putting children, young people and families at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Participation Officer to help ensure that the voices of children, young people, families and communities influence the design, delivery and improvement of services across Children's Services. As a Participation Officer, you will work directly with children, young people, families and communities to create meaningful opportunities for participation and engagement. You will design and facilitate consultation, engagement and co-production activities that enable people to share their views, experiences and ideas and ensure these are reflected in service development and decision making. A key aspect of the role will be reaching out to those whose voices are often underrepresented or seldom heard, helping to remove barriers to participation and increase inclusion across our services. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, partners and community organisations, supporting a culture where participation is embedded throughout Children's Services. • Plan and deliver participation, engagement and co-production activities., • Facilitate events, group sessions, consultations and workshops., • Build trusted relationships with children, young people, families and communities., • Support children, young people and families to share their experiences and influence change., • Work with service managers and leaders to gather feedback that informs service improvement., • Engage with vulnerable, underrepresented and seldom-heard groups., • Prepare reports, maintain records and contribute to service improvement activity., • Develop strong partnerships with community groups, schools and partner organisations., • Promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people at all times., • Has experience working with children, young people and families within health, education, social care or a related environment., • Is an excellent communicator who can engage confidently with a diverse range of individuals and groups., • Can build positive relationships and work effectively with partners and stakeholders., • Understands participation, engagement and co-production approaches., • Has experience supporting vulnerable children, young people and families., • Can facilitate training, workshops and group activities., • Is well organised and able to work independently whilst also contributing as part of a team., • Is committed to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people., • A qualification in youth work (or a related field) and experience of participation, engagement or co-production activity would be advantageous., • Hybrid and home-working opportunities., • Flexible working arrangements., • A supportive and collaborative working environment., • Opportunities for professional development and training., • The chance to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people and families across Torbay. Torbay Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Successful applicants will be required to undergo all relevant safeguarding checks. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape services through the voices and experiences of those who use them. If you are passionate about participation, inclusion and making a positive difference, we would love to hear from you. This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role. Essential: • Ability to produce and maintain accurate records and reports., • Ability to engage positively with children, young people and their families., • Ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of individuals, communities, organisations and partner agencies to support participation, engagement and service improvement., • Ability to engage and communicate effectively with children and young people, families and communities, supporting their meaningful participation and involvement in services and decision making., • Understanding the needs children, young people and families including the more complex issues faced by vulnerable and underrepresented groups.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Essential: • Detailed knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact children, young people and families who access Children’s Services including those who are vulnerable, cared for or care experienced have a special educational needs and disabilities, or face barriers to participation., • Understanding of basic human needs, physical, emotional, cultural and social., • Knowledge of participation, engagement and co-production principles., • Detailed knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Essential: • Work in a health, education or social care environment (paid or unpaid) with children and young people and families., • Experience of working with children, young people and families experiencing high vulnerabilities and levels of needs., • Experience working to performance indicators, including monitoring and reporting on service outputs/outcomes, tracking of participation activities, analysing performance information, and identifying correction action., • Educated to GCSE O Level standard at Grade C or above or equivalent.For an informal chat please contact Bexs Rushton on or . Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 5th October 2026. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however, this advert will not close before 18th September. If you are keen to submit an application, please apply as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr

14 September 2026 Childrens Services Fixed Term Contract Torbay Council Team Manager GBP 40,444 - GBP 43,149 / year Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the skills and determination to navigate complex casework, build effective partnerships, and ensure children receive the support they need to thrive? Torbay Council is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated EHCP Officer to join our SEND and Inclusion Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in coordinating Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes and supporting children, young people, and families across Torbay. As an EHCP Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating statutory assessments and planning for children and young people with SEND. You will oversee a caseload of EHCPs, working closely with families, schools, health professionals, social care colleagues, and other partners to ensure that children receive appropriate educational provision and support. • Coordinating and drafting Education, Health and Care Plans., • Managing complex casework and statutory SEND processes., • Monitoring and reviewing EHCPs through Annual Reviews., • Working collaboratively with schools, colleges, health services, social care, and families., • Supporting timely placement decisions and educational transitions., • Ensuring statutory duties and timescales are met in line with SEND legislation., • Contributing to positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND. We are looking for someone who has: • Experience working with children and young people with special educational needs., • A sound understanding of SEND legislation, statutory processes, and current guidance., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities., • The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines., • Experience of working collaboratively with professionals across multiple agencies., • A commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families. At Torbay Council, you'll be part of a supportive team committed to making a real difference in the lives of children and families. We offer: • Hybrid working arrangements., • Ongoing learning and development opportunities., • A collaborative and inclusive working environment., • The opportunity to influence positive outcomes for children and young people across Torbay. Torbay Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment checks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Join us and help ensure every child and young person in Torbay has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. This position is for a fixed term of 12 months from the start date. This post will be carrying out Regulated Activity. As such the post will require an Enhanced Criminal Record Check plus an additional Barred List Check. The check will reveal any spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions (which have not been filtered), any local Police information and a check of either the Adult, Child or Adult and Child Barred Lists. If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser: jobs/job-descriptions/ehcp-officer/ For an informal chat please contact Grace Beer on or . Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 24th September 2026. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however this advert will not close before 2nd September. Essential: • Significant decision-making skills - the ability to analyse information, draw conclusions and effect judgements based on outcomes and risk., • Proven problem-solving skills - the ability to identify causes, make objective and informed judgements that demonstrates emotional resilience and balance., • Ability to deal with difficult and challenging situations with tact and sensitivity., • Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners across agency boundaries., • Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and utilise resources appropriately. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Essential: • A thorough understanding of current legislation and DfE guidance and developments in special educational needs., • A broad understanding of issues surrounding general developments in educational assessment and intervention., • Knowledge of working with schools as systems., • Knowledge of legislation and procedures relating to assessment and provision for children with special educational needs., • An understanding of the implications of the emerging changes to legislation relating to special educational needs. Essential: • Educated to GCSE O Level standard or equivalent., • Evidence of continued professional development., • Experience of working in schools., • Experience of working in more than one professional area., • Experience of Person-Centred Planning methodology. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Home - Careers - Adult Therapeutic Practitioner (Complex Needs) Ref: FDI26/09: t o apply for this role, please download and read the full job description/person specification and if you feel you meet the criteria, please download an application form and return it, along with the optional equality monitoring form, to: . FearFree delivers services across the Southwest for victims, children and perpetrators of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking, with the aim to break the cycle of abuse and support all to live free from fear. We provide trauma responsive support, and this post will be fundamental to ensuring service users, stakeholders and partners experience this in our daily delivery. The varied and rewarding role involves delivering trauma-informed, one-to-one educational support to adult victims of domestic abuse. Working collaboratively with our IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisors), you will help ensure that support is safe, inclusive and effective for people with a range of experiences and risks. You will play a vital part in championing people to recover from trauma, build safe relationships and move forward with dignity and hope. This role will also involve delivering our empowerment and recovery groups for those who have experienced domestic or sexual abuse. FearFree is committed to flexible and hybrid working and this role will be a mix of home based and office based, alongside requiring travel for multi-agency meetings and other deliverables. This is a 12 month fixed term role and may include evening and weekend work when required. • To provide 1:1 support for medium risk clients who have previously been supported by our IDVA team., • Deliver structured, evidence-based and trauma-responsive group programmes for victims/survivors and individuals who have used harm., • Contribute to joint safety and support planning alongside IDVAs., • Monitor and respond to safeguarding concerns in with organisational practices., • Provide direct assessment, casework support, advice, information, and advocacy through telephone contact, and/or meetings at the relevant practice., • Provide support to increase people’s personal safety, and that of any children, and inform them of their rights and options in terms of housing, legal and welfare rights., • To provide signposting and onward referrals to patients., • To provide ongoing specialist advice and support around Domestic Abuse (DA)., • To provide training to multi-agency partners on understanding, recognising and responding to DA., • Develop good working relationships and liaise with outside agencies where needed., • Keep accurate records of all referrals received and of work done with or on behalf of service users., • Work flexibly and manage your own schedule, including evening work on a rotational basis to meet the needs of those unable to access support during working hours., • Live and embody the FearFree values., • To promote the service to external agencies where applicable., • Give information and support to service users regarding their other needs and refer them to other support services as required., • Ensure our service is widely accessible – adapting practice as required to suit individuals., • Work across a large geographical area to ensure locality is not a barrier to accessing services., • Deliver training and information sessions to promote our service, and increase awareness and understanding of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking for victims and those who harm., • Have a responsibility around safeguarding of both adults and children, maintaining knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures and integrated working., • Support other agencies in the identification and referral of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking issues via promotion of service and institutional advocacy., • Ensure all referrals are clearly logged on our database and all case records are kept fully updated, according to FearFree policies and procedures., • Engage with case management supervision, reflective practice and clinical supervision as required, taking an active role in managing own wellbeing and supporting the wellbeing of your colleagues., • Support colleagues in all services across FearFree as required., • Support the sustainability of the organisation by participating in fundraising activities and sharing ideas and contacts for income generation., • To engage in and contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness., • Undertake all statutory and mandatory training, as required by the organisation. To apply for this role, please download and read the full job description/person specification and if you feel you meet the criteria, please download an application form and return it, along with the optional equality monitoring form, to: . There is no specific closing date for this role and the vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged. FearFree is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr

• Vetting Level Required DBS Enhanced Adult & Children Family Support Practitioner Salary:£26,006.84 per annum ( pro rata - from April 2026) Location:Paignton, Devon Contract/Hours:Permanent/Part Time – 25 hours per week Interviews: to be held on the 4 th and 5 th of March 2026 • 29 days annual leaveplusbank holidays(over 7 weeks paid leave a year for full time workers)and theoption to buy or sellleave, • Professional qualifications and excellenttraining, • Flexible maternity, adoption, andpaternitypackages, • Up to5% employer contributionandlife assurancecover, • Blue Light Card eligibility withdiscounts at15,000 national retailers At Action for Children, we offer more than just a job. Join us and you’ll be part of a team dedicated to giving children safe and happy childhoods.See howyour skills can make a real difference, helping solve the problems children and young people face every day. A bit abouttherole Join Action for Children and an exciting partnership with Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust, supporting the 0 to 19 Torbay initiative. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, has a good sense of humour, and wants to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. You work directly with families across Torbay, Torquay and Brixham, offering practical and emotional support. This includes one to one family support and parenting, domestic abuse, substance misuse and wider family challenges. You'll have experience and family support or similar role, strong communication skills, a good understanding of safeguarding, experience of home visits, the ability to work independently as part of a team and the flexibility to travel across the locality. You’ll complete assessments, create personalised support plans and work closely with partner agencies to ensure families get the right help at the right time. Please note that this role does involve working occasionally on Saturdays About the Service We aim to safeguard and promote good health for all children in the Paignton, Torbay, Torquay and Brixham area whilst providing comprehensive local care to those in need together with support for their families. How you could make a difference • Coordinate support for children, young people, and families through various interventions (one-to-one, group, or community based) Via face to face, online, or telephone delivery., • Provide a high-quality service based on individual assessments of need, • Maintain effective communication and relationships with colleagues, children, young people and their families, • Respond appropriately to Safeguarding., • Build strong relationships with other professionals and partner agencies to promote strength-based approach., • Keeping accurate records of interactions and progress is also important. Let’s talk about you • NVQ Level 3 in early years or equivalent with at least two years post qualifying experience (preferred), • Knowledge of developmental trauma, attachment theory, emotional regulation and attunement, • A sound knowledge of the impact trauma can have on children's life outcomes, • A positive and caring attitude with excellent interpersonal skills, • The ability to prioritise and manage workloads, • Ability to work alone as well as within a team, • A strong work ethic in a fast-paced and challenging environment, • Hold a full driving license and have access to a vehicle Why Action for Children? Every child should have a loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn - the support to cope with life’s challenges. But too many children don’t. By bringing your passion and unique skills and experience, you’ll help us create change that really matters. And when we succeed, we’ll recognise what you did to make a difference. We've been driven by love totake actionfor children for over 150 years, giving them the protection and practical help they need. A lot’s changed since 1869. But what children really need, hasn’t. Soas long aschildren need us, we’ll be here. Wework hard to create an inclusive environment. One where individuality is celebrated and where everyone feels valued and supported. Because when we come together, with skills like yours, we’re capable of amazing things. Weactivelyencourageapplications frompeople withBlack, AsianandMinority Ethnicbackgroundsandpeople with adisability,as these groupsare under-represented within Action for Children. Menarecurrentlyunder-represented within our Children Service roles.We’d like to change that.So,we reallyencouragemen to applyforany ofour Children Serviceroles. Want to know more about Action for Children? See below for further information about working with us: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 7 October 2026 Department: Adults & Community Services Employment Type: Permanent Location: Torbay Council Reporting To: Team Manager Compensation: £27,274 - £29,071 / year Job Description & Person Specification > Are you observant, professional and take pride in keeping people, buildings and communities safe? Do you enjoy being visible, building positive relationships with the public and responding confidently to a wide variety of situations where no two days are the same? Torbay Council is looking for a Corporate Security Officer to join our dedicated Security Team, providing a highly visible security presence across key Council buildings and locations; primarily within Torquay Library. Working days will include weekend working. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines security, customer service, safeguarding, incident response and partnership working. You'll play an important role in protecting Council assets, supporting staff and visitors, assisting enforcement agencies and helping people feel safe in the communities we serve. Whether you're carrying out mobile patrols, monitoring CCTV systems, responding to alarms or supporting public events, you'll be at the heart of maintaining safe, secure and welcoming environments. We're looking for someone who understands that modern security is about more than protecting buildings. It's about providing reassurance, delivering excellent customer service, exercising sound judgement and working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and members of the public. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who: • Remains calm, professional and confident in challenging situations., • Has excellent observational skills and attention to detail., • Takes pride in delivering high standards of customer service., • Can communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds., • Builds positive relationships with colleagues, customers and partner agencies., • Works well independently and as part of a team., • Understands the importance of safeguarding and public safety., • Is adaptable, reliable and able to respond to changing priorities., • Thrives in a busy operational environment where every day is different., • Brings integrity, resilience and a willingness to learn and develop. This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role. If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser: jobs/job-descriptions/corporate-security-officer/ For an informal chat please contact Beccy Wells on or . Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 12th October 2026. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however this advert will not close before 27th September. Essential: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to deal confidently and professionally with challenging situations and conflict., • Good observational skills with strong attention to detail., • Ability to work independently using personal initiative and as part of a team., • Ability to maintain accurate records, logs and incident reports. As this post meets the requirements of the Immigration Act 2016 (part 7), the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Essential: • Proven ability in gathering, interpreting, explaining, associating and applying information to meet customers’ needs. Essential: • Experience of working within the security industry or similar roles., • Experience of responding to security incidents and incidents of anti-social behaviour., • Experience dealing with members of the public and delivering excellent customer service. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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