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Part-Time Cover Staff - Special Schools | WillenhallFlexible Work in Specialist Education Settings \n Are you looking for rewarding part-time work supporting children and young people with additional needs? \n Hays Education is working with a number of specialist schools in and around Willenhall that are seeking reliable, compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Cover Staff to support their teams on a flexible, part-time basis.These opportunities are ideal for individuals who are looking to fit work around existing commitments while gaining valuable experience within SEND and SEMH education. \n The Role \n As a Cover Support Worker or Teaching Assistant, you could be supporting pupils with: \n\n • Autism (ASC)\n, • ADHD\n, • Speech, Language and Communication Needs\n, • Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties\n, • Complex Needs\n, • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs\n, • Challenging behaviour and emotional regulation\n\n Assignments may include: \n\n • 1:1 support\n, • Small group interventions\n, • Classroom support\n, • Lunchtime supervision\n, • Short-term sickness cover\n, • Day-to-day and ongoing part-time placements\n\n What We're Looking For \n We would love to hear from candidates who have: \n\n • Previous experience working with children or young people\n, • School-based experience (desirable)\n, • SEND, care, support work, youth work or residential experience\n, • A calm, patient and resilient approach\n, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills\n, • A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential\n\n What You'll Receive \n\n • Flexible working to suit your availability\n, • Opportunities across a range of specialist schools\n, • Competitive rates of pay\n, • Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant\n, • Access to training and professional development\n, • Opportunities to gain valuable SEND experience\n\n Apply Today \n Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Youth Worker or someone looking to begin a career within SEND education, we'd love to hear from you. \n Join a team that makes a real difference every day and help support some of the most vulnerable children and young people across Willenhall's specialist education settings. \n To apply, send your CV today or contact Claire Cochrane at Hays Education for an informal discussion about current opportunities. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

\n About the Role \n Are you an experienced kitchen or catering professional looking for work that fits around your life? We are recruiting DBS-checked General Assistants to join friendly, supportive teams across Walsall and the surrounding areas. \n With a range of roles available, we can match you to the position that best suits your skills and experience. Whether you're a seasoned kitchen worker or looking to move into a school or care setting, there's an opportunity for you. \n Roles We're Recruiting For \n\n • Kitchen Assistants\n, • Dinner Ladies / Dinner Staff\n, • Kitchen Porters\n, • Catering Assistants\n, • Lunchtime Supervisors\n, • Care Home Support Staff\n, • Catering and Events Staff\n\n What You'll Be Doing \n Depending on the role, your duties may include: \n\n • Assisting with food preparation and service\n, • Keeping kitchens, serving areas and dining spaces clean and tidy\n, • Washing up and maintaining high hygiene and food safety standards\n, • Supporting and supervising children or residents during mealtimes\n, • Helping with setup and service at catering events\n, • Working as part of a team to ensure a smooth and enjoyable service\n\n What We're Offering \n\n • Competitive hourly pay of £12.71 – £16.81\n, • School working hours, ideal for work-life balance\n, • Friendly and supportive teams\n, • Full-time and part-time hours available\n, • A variety of settings, including schools, care homes and events\n\n What We're Looking For \n\n • A valid Enhanced DBS\n, • Previous experience working in a kitchen environment\n, • Availability Monday to Friday\n, • A full driving licence and access to a car, or access to reliable public transport routes\n\n How to Apply \n If you're reliable, hardworking and enjoy being part of a team, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply Now to submit your CV today. Our team will be in touch to discuss the best opportunities for you. \n Jubilee Hospitality is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

SEMH Support Worker / Teaching Assistant \n Wolverhampton, Bilston & surrounding areas \n Are you experienced in supporting young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or trauma, or do you have a background in care, residential support, youth work or security? \n Aspire People are looking for dedicated SEMH Support Staff to work in specialist schools across Wolverhampton, Bilston and surrounding areas. \n We're interested in people from backgrounds including: \n Residential Support Workers & Care Workers \n Youth Workers & Sports Coaches \n Ex-Forces, Police, Prison Officers & Security \n Teaching Assistants with behaviour experience \n Psychology graduates & aspiring teachers \n What you'll be supporting: \n Young people with SEMH, ADHD, autism and complex behavioural needs. \n Emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement in learning. \n Building trusting relationships and helping pupils develop confidence. \n What we're looking for: \n Experience supporting children or young people, ideally in an SEMH, care, education or behavioural setting. \n Resilience, patience and a consistent approach to behaviour management. \n A genuine interest in helping young people succeed. \n What we offer: \n Day-to-day and long-term supply opportunities. \n Full-time roles available. \n Opportunities to gain valuable experience in specialist SEND education. \n Support from your dedicated Aspire People consultant. \n Interested? Apply today or contact Sonya at Aspire People to discuss available opportunities. \n Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Teaching Assistants & Support Staff - Specialist Education SettingsDo you have experience supporting children and young people with complex needs?Hays Education is looking to speak with experienced and compassionate support staff who have worked within specialist schools, resource bases, ARPs, SEND provisions, and residential children's settings across the Black Country.We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience supporting children and young people with: \n\n • Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)\n, • Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)\n, • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)\n, • Complex medical needs\n, • Non-verbal communication\n, • Trauma-informed practice\n, • SEMH and emotional regulation needs\n, • Challenging behaviour\n, • Personal care requirements\n, • Hoist use and manual handling\n\n Whether your background is as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Learning Mentor, Support Worker, Residential Care Worker, Children's Support Worker, Classroom Support Assistant, Care Practitioner or similar, we'd love to hear from you.We Also Want to Hear From You If...You have worked in: \n\n • Residential children's homes\n, • Children's care settings\n, • Short-break or respite services\n, • Supported living services for young people\n, • Therapeutic and trauma-informed environments\n, • Behaviour support services\n\n Many of the skills developed in residential childcare transfer exceptionally well into specialist education settings, particularly when supporting pupils with complex needs, communication difficulties, autism, SEMH, and challenging behaviour.What We're Looking For Experience within specialist education, care, or SEND settings Confidence supporting children and young people with complex physical and learning needs Experience providing personal care while promoting dignity and independence Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, communication aids or other non-verbal communication methods Understanding of trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches A calm, patient and resilient attitude Experience with manual handling, hoists, or medical needs is highly desirableWhat We Offer \n\n • Competitive rates of pay\n, • Opportunities in special schools, ARPs and specialist provisions\n, • Flexible full-time, part-time and day-to-day roles\n, • Long-term opportunities with excellent schools\n, • Honest advice from an experienced recruiter who understands specialist education\n, • Access to a wide network of SEND settings across Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall and Sandwell\n, • Refer-a-friend scheme\n\n Many of the schools we support tell us that finding staff with experience in PMLD, personal care, hoisting, complex communication needs, trauma-informed practice and behaviour support can be challenging. As a result, candidates with these backgrounds are consistently in high demand.Even if you're not actively looking for a new role right now, I'd still welcome a conversation. Recruitment isn't always about filling an immediate vacancy. Sometimes it's simply about building relationships, understanding your career goals, and discussing opportunities that may be right for you in the future.To find out more, please text Claire Cochrane on for a confidential chat. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

SEND Support Worker - Wolverhampton \n Location: Wolverhampton \n Job Type: Day-to-day and long-term supply opportunities \n Are you an experienced Support Worker, Care Worker or Healthcare Assistant looking to make a difference in a specialist SEND school? \n Aspire People are looking for caring, resilient and dedicated individuals to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, complex needs, learning and physical difficulties, and SEMH. \n You may have experience working in residential care, healthcare, supported living or other support settings. Your transferable skills could be ideal for helping pupils thrive in a classroom environment. \n The Role \n Supporting pupils with their learning, development and well being. \n Providing personal care and assistance with complex needs where required. \n Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, physical and learning difficulties. \n Building positive relationships and encouraging independence. \n Working alongside teachers and SEND staff to create a supportive learning environment. \n About You \n Experience as a Support Worker, Care Worker or in a similar care-based role. \n Level 3 Health & Social Care, a relevant qualification, or transferable experience. \n Patient, compassionate and confident supporting individuals with additional needs. \n A genuine interest in working with children and young people in a SEND school. \n Interested in making the move into SEND education? Apply today or contact Sonya at Aspire People to discuss available opportunities in Wolverhampton. \n Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Part-Time SEND Support Staff - WolverhamptonLooking for Flexible School Hours That Fit Around Your Life? \n Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or someone with a background supporting children and young people, Hays Education is currently recruiting part-time SEND support staff to work in specialist education settings across Wolverhampton.With increasing demand from local special schools, we're looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals who can provide valuable support on a flexible basis, whether that's one day a week or several days each week. \n Opportunities Available Across: \n Bilston Wednesfield Fallings Park Bushbury Low Hill Heath Town Penn Merry Hill Ettingshall Parkfields Tettenhall Oxley Goldthorn Park Sedgley Coseley \n What Will You Be Doing? \n No two days are the same in a specialist setting. Depending on your experience and the needs of the school, you may be: \n\n • Supporting pupils with Autism and additional learning needs\n, • Helping young people develop communication and social skills\n, • Providing classroom support alongside teachers and therapists\n, • Assisting pupils with emotional regulation and behavioural needs\n, • Encouraging independence and confidence throughout the school day\n, • Supporting learning through practical, engaging activities\n\n We'd Love to Hear From You If You Have: \n\n • Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults\n, • A background in education, care, youth work, residential care or support work\n, • A positive and patient approach\n, • Strong communication skills\n, • An interest in SEND, SEMH or specialist education\n\n Why Choose Flexible Cover Work? \n Work around family commitments and other responsibilities Gain experience in a variety of specialist settings Choose the days that work for you Competitive rates of pay Ongoing support from a local education recruitment specialist Opportunities to secure longer-term roles if desired \n Make a Difference in Your Local Community \n Working in a specialist school is about much more than supporting learning. It's about helping children and young people overcome barriers, celebrate achievements and reach their full potential. \n If you're passionate about supporting others and are looking for flexible, rewarding work in Wolverhampton, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to register with Hays Education and access part-time opportunities within special schools and SEND provisions across Wolverhampton. \n Part-Time SEND Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Cover Staff Needed | Immediate Start Available. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you a passionate and dedicated Graduate looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Wolverhampton? Look no further! Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors for a range of positions, including long-term, short-term, and daily supply bookings across secondary schools in Tamworth and the surrounding areas. \n Position: Cover Supervisor \n Contract/Position Start Date: ASAP \n Duration: Daily and Long-Term \n Contract Type: Temporary \n Full Time/Part Time: Full Time \n Minimum Rate of Pay: GBP95-GBP135 \n Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) \n Key Responsibilities \n Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher \n Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment \n Support students across a range of subjects and year groups \n Ensure students remain on task and engaged with learning \n Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student progress, engagement, and behaviour \n Build positive relationships with students and staff \n Support the wider school community when required \n Experience, Training and Qualifications \n Graduate Degree \n Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor, HLTA, Teaching Assistant, Tutor, Learning Mentor, Sports Coach, or Youth Worker is highly desirable \n Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential \n Up-to-date Safeguarding training is required. If you have not completed Safeguarding training within the last 12 months, Prospero Teaching can provide this free of charge \n To Be Eligible for Any Role with Prospero Teaching, You Must: \n Hold the Right to Work in the UK \n Possess an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or be willing to process a new application \n Be able to obtain references \n To Apply \n If you are an experienced HLTA, Cover Supervisor, or education professional looking for flexible work within secondary schools, please contact the Birmingham office on . \n To be considered, please apply with your most up-to-date CV. \n Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and pass all safeguarding and vetting checks before commencing work

About the RoleWalsall Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join the East Locality Family Help & Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an established manager to lead a dedicated team delivering effective safeguarding, family help, and child protection services to children, young people, and families.Working within Children's Social Care, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of social work professionals, ensuring high-quality practice, strong performance, and positive outcomes for children. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, typically consisting of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional supervision to a team of practitioners, ensuring vulnerable children and families receive timely and effective support and protection.You will oversee service delivery across Family Help and Child Protection, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met, risks are effectively managed, and children achieve the best possible outcomes. £41.42 per hour Umbrella 37 Hours Per Week Full Time | Hybrid Working Location: Silver Court, Brownhills • Lead, supervise, support, and develop Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs, and Trainee Social Workers., • Oversee assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring statutory timescales and performance standards are achieved., • Manage and oversee Family Help Plans and Child Protection Plans, including involvement in pre-proceedings and court proceedings where required., • Provide safeguarding oversight and make complex decisions relating to children and families., • Monitor team performance through supervision, quality assurance activity, audits, and performance management processes., • Promote high-quality, child-centred practice and continuous improvement across the team., • Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency safeguarding and support., • Manage resources and delegated budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and positive service outcomes., • Support recruitment, induction, training, and professional development of staff., • Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards., • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration., • Significant experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding services., • Previous management or supervisory experience within a Family Help, Assessment, Safeguarding, or Child Protection setting., • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding frameworks., • Experience of performance management, quality assurance, and workforce development., • Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills., • This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS may be eligible for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary - £54,143 - £58,602 (Grade 8) Contract type - 4x Full time, permanent post Location – Strengthening Families Hubs across the City Work style - Field: working in communities across the city Be the social worker you want to be… This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In Wolverhampton we are ambitious for our social workers, passionate about excellent, relational social work practice and courageous in our innovation, with leaders who are visible and responsive. We need people like you who want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and will support us to deliver excellent services to the most vulnerable children in our city. The CP Lead Practitioner will be a qualified social worker with significant demonstrable knowledge and experience to act as a recognised expert in the field of child protection. You will demonstrate excellent knowledge in issues such as domestic abuse, sexual abuse, neglect and contextual safeguarding. You will be able to provide expert advice and consultation to practitioners across the multi‑agency partnership and support the allocated social worker to continue to work effectively with families when significant harm has been identified. You will have responsibility for section 47 enquiries, children on child protection plans and children in pre proceedings as part of an allocated caseload. You will be able to encourage and facilitate critical thinking and challenge across the multi‑agency group. You will demonstrate robust and evidence‑based understanding of the application of threshold in order to support children and families at the appropriate level. If you are someone who is passionate and tenacious, wants to do the best job possible and is committed to excellent social work practice and achieving the very best for our Children, Young People and Families then we want to hear from you! At the award‑winning, Ofsted rated good with outstanding features, City of Wolverhampton Council, we work restoratively with children and families, building strong relationships and connections to help them find long‑lasting solutions. Our vision for the Children and Young People Services is: • To develop respectful and empowering relationships with children, young people and families, • To ensure children are at the centre of everything we do, • High aspirations, high expectations We are a forward‑thinking, responsive and innovative organisation and want our social workers to spend their time building relationships with families to achieve real, sustainable change. We focus on teams having manageable workloads and we have a clear development pathway alongside a substantial training and development offer which is varied and responsive to practice challenges. Our senior managers and leaders are visible and take the time to listen to frontline employees. We are proud to say we are Ofsted rated Good with outstanding features. We will inspire, support and champion you so that you can be the social worker you want to be. For your valued contribution we offer: • Fantastic learning and development offer including access to Research in Practice and regular social work briefings and conferences, • A Social Work CPD / Career Pathway which will support you to progress and develop, • Permanent social workers will be able to claim back their Social Work England fees annually, • Reimbursement of Blue Light discount card membership fees, • Additional payments for practising Practice Educators, • Supportive and flexible working arrangements, including some home working, • Vibrant and active employee networks including four staff equality forums (Race Religion and Belief; Disability and Age; Gender Maternity and Paternity and LGBT+), • Access to an external and independent confidential reporting service for employee concerns to be raised (“Safe Place”), • Commitment to eliminating discrimination and supporting employee wellbeing to ensure a good work /life balance, including a strong employee assistance scheme and wellbeing offer These posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It also goes without saying that you will be Social Work England registered and have completed the Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) or an equivalent post qualifying pathway. As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to undertake: • A panel interview and will include a Young Person, • Presentation Formal panel interviews will take place on 19 October 2026 and will include a young person. You will be notified on the outcome of your application form as soon as possible after the closing date. Please note, there are no alternative dates available for the Children's panel or formal interview. For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Personal Specification. For further information on these posts please contact Louise Monger (Service Manager) via email at All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empowers employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocation where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for 'touch down' space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements. Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for. For more information about working for our organisation including the culture of the Council, the Council plan and vision, staff equality forums, core HR policies and much more please click here. We are committedto building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents. Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential. We've received the Stonewall Silver Award, emphasising our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace. As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies ouractiveengagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees. As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post. We encourage, inspire and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, theyfeelempowered to speak up and where everyone is treated with respect - Learn more about the staff equality forums here. We arecommittedto the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for any vacancies that require a DBS check to obtain information about applicants to assess their suitability for employment in positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly against anyindividualon the basis of a conviction or any other information revealed as a result of a DBS disclosure - Learn more here If you are considering applying for an apprenticeship or a role where the salary is (Grade 2-5), and would like to visit us to learn about the application, interview process and what it is like to work for the council, please click on this link to find out more - Learn more here Job Description and Person Specification #J-18808-Ljbffr

Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) - Ref: CH05626 G12: £55,662 - £59,490 pro rata to hours worked. Part time post working 18.5 hours per week. Join Walsall Children’s Services at an exciting time in our journey as an Outstanding local authority. We are looking for a confident, values-led and highly skilled Local Authority Designated Officer to help protect children, strengthen safeguarding practice and support safe organisations across the borough. This is a high-impact role at the heart of multi-agency safeguarding. You will provide expert advice, professional challenge and strategic oversight where concerns are raised about adults working with children, ensuring responses are timely, proportionate, fair and firmly focused on keeping children safe. In Walsall, you will be part of an ambitious, supportive and improvement-focused service where relationships, learning and high standards matter. If you are passionate about safeguarding, confident in working across complex professional networks and ready to make a visible difference for children and young people, we would love to hear from you. • Act as a system leader for safeguarding children and young people across Walsall, • Be responsible for managing allegations against adults who work with children. This involves working with police, children’s social care. employers and other involved professionals., • Manage the Position of Trust process in respect of adults in all sectors where there are concerns that they have caused harm or intend to cause harm to a child in accordance with statutory requirements, • Offer advice and guidance to those who are concerned about individuals in a position of trust in line with local safeguarding procedures., • Manage a diverse range of sensitive relationships within the Corporation across Directorates (Children’s Services, Clean & Green; Leisure Services) and with external agencies including (but not limited to) schools and education providers, early years providers, health providers, police, charities, independent, private, faith and voluntary groups at a local, regional and national stage, • Work as appropriate with HR services within the Council (Children’s Services, Clean & Green; Leisure Services) and across all partnership agencies including (but not limited to) schools, and education providers, early years providers, health providers, police, charities, independent, private, faith and voluntary groups at a local, regional and national stage, • Develop and deliver training regionally and nationally to ensure consistent practice in relation to the LADO service To apply for this role, you should have a extensive experience working directly with children and families in a safeguarding setting as a qualified social worker. • To provide the right conditions for you, we are committed to manageable workloads, high support from managers, essential paperwork only, enabling technologies., • Within Walsall we offer a comprehensive training and development programme which contributed to our OUTSTANDING Ofsted grading in May 2025., • There is a comprehensive training offer for workers in Walsall., • There is an impressive offer to workers in gaining a social work qualification and for newly qualified social workers developing their knowledge of frontline practice., • The general training offer is wide ranging and gives workers the opportunity to learn incrementally about their role., • Wellbeing is at the heart of our work., • We offer specialised clinical supervision., • A 9‑day fortnight to support work/life balance., • Flexible working., • Specialist employee assistance and therapeutic support when it is needed., • We know we need to make social work a career people want to stay in. At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over‑reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole – particularly your ‘Supporting Information’ – reflects your own voice. Walsall Council’s Children’s Services are the only Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ local authority in the Black Country. During a visit in May 2025, Inspectors described Walsall Council as a place where children were at the heart of. The council’s journey of continuous improvement started in 2017 and has since transformed into a service with a clear vision, clear priorities and a clear plan, all informed by the views of our staff and children. Staff are at the core of delivering great outcomes for children and young people in Walsall, which is underpinned by our Walsall Right 4 Children vision. The latest Ofsted inspection demonstrated that staff in children’s services are proud to work for Walsall Council and feel supported to do great work. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note:Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Connect2Dudley are seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead and support a Children's Social Care team, ensuring vulnerable children, young people, and families receive high-quality services that safeguard and promote their wellbeing. • Lead, manage, and develop a team of Social Workers, ASYEs, Trainee Social Workers, and Personal Advisors., • Oversee caseload allocation and ensure statutory assessments, plans, and reviews are completed within timescales., • Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management to maintain high standards of practice., • Make informed decisions regarding children and families, ensuring effective risk management and positive outcomes., • Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency support and interventions., • Monitor service performance, conduct case audits, and drive continuous improvement., • Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, local policies, and safeguarding procedures., • Contribute to service development, planning, and strategic priorities across Children's Services., • Promote equality, diversity, and participation, ensuring the voice of children and families is central to practice., • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration., • Significant experience within Children's Social Care, including safeguarding and child protection., • Previous management or supervisory experience within a social work setting., • Strong leadership, decision-making, and performance management skills., • Excellent understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager to lead a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Adult Social Care Grade: G14 Salary: £72,929-£80,464 Location: Walsall Borough, with customer-focused hybrid working Reports to: Head of Service, Adult Social Care Contract: Permanent full time Closing date: 18th October 2026. Interviews w/c 26th October Lead change. Strengthen independence. Improve lives. Walsall Council is seeking an experienced and ambitious Group Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our Pathway to Independence services. This is a significant leadership opportunity for a qualified and professionally registered Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with a strong track record of leading, developing and transforming therapy-led adult social care services. You will provide clear leadership to services that support adults to maximise their independence, choice and control. Working as part of the Adult Social Care leadership team, you will lead service improvement, strengthen professional practice and ensure resources are focused on delivering effective and sustainable outcomes for Walsall residents. • Provide strategic and operational leadership across the Pathway to Independence portfolio., • Lead the development and transformation of therapy‑led services, ensuring that occupational therapy and social work practice contribute effectively to prevention, enablement and independence., • Develop a clear service vision and translate it into deliverable improvement plans, performance expectations and measurable outcomes., • Lead and support Team Managers, creating a positive, accountable and learning‑focused culture., • Strengthen quality assurance, professional practice, governance and performance management., • Use evidence, data, research and feedback to improve outcomes and redesign services., • Manage demand, capacity, resources and delegated budgets effectively., • Ensure services meet statutory requirements and contribute to the Council’s assurance response to the Care Quality Commission., • Build effective partnerships across health, housing, children’s services, commissioning and other agencies., • Represent Adult Social Care in corporate, regional and multi‑agency forums., • Deputise for the Head of Service when required. You must be: • A qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Councilor a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England,., • An experienced senior leader with substantial experience of managing adult social care services., • Able to demonstrate successful leadership and transformation of a therapy‑led service, including service redesign, cultural change and practice improvement., • Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams and supporting managers through significant organisational and operational change., • Committed to strengths‑based, person‑centred and evidence‑informed practice., • Able to demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant adult social care legislation, statutory responsibilities and regulatory expectations., • Experienced in quality assurance, performance management and the use of data to identify priorities and drive improvement., • Able to manage resources and budgets effectively while maintaining service quality and delivering value for money., • Confident in building partnerships and influencing across complex organisational and professional boundaries., • Politically aware and able to operate effectively within a local authority environment., • An inclusive, visible and credible leader who can motivate others, provide constructive challenge and build shared ownership of change. At Walsall Council, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to working collaboratively, embracing change, delivering value for money and creating services that the people of Walsall can be proud of. This role offers the opportunity to shape a key part of Adult Social Care and lead services that help people build on their strengths, regain skills and live as independently as possible. • Requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check., • Is designated as a politically restricted sensitive post., • Includes membership of the Senior Managers' out-of-hours rota., • May require some work outside normal office hours., • This is a hybrid working role therefore attendance at the office is expected every week. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job summary To deliver the most innovative Mental Health Services, we need the most innovative Nurses. BCHFT CRHT is always looking for ambitious, capable individuals who share our passion for making a difference. Are you a passionate mental health nurse who wants to make a real difference to individuals and their families? Do you want to play an essential part in a person's recovery journey? If so, working with Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team could be for you! Your primary work base location will be Sandwell however you will also be expected to work in other localities of Black Country when necessary. Main duties of the job Black Country Healthcare is looking for enthusiastic and motivated nurses who will provide compassionate, person-centred care to adults experiencing mental health difficulties. Crisis resolution Home Treatment Teams offer rapid assessment and short term intensive treatment in order to support individuals and their family/carers during a mental health crisis. Through a recovery approach, we aim to prevent hospital admission or to facilitate discharge from hospital. We follow a multidisciplinary team approach, consisting of nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, non-medical prescribers, occupational therapists, and support time recovery workers. You will find our teams extremely supportive whilst you are growing into the role. We have a good team spirit, and great team work is at the heart of the service. About us At Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, we're building a high-calibre, diverse and inclusive mental health workforce. One that will give talented professionals like you the opportunity to shape an outstanding service that will transform community mental healthcare and deliver happier and healthier lives all across our communities. The Trust is rated 'Good' from CQC (Care Quality Commission) and will become the lead provider for mental health services across The Black Country . We have recently invested in newly created clinical divisions and are currently developing new models of integrated primary and secondary care for adults and older adults, as well launching a far-reaching inpatient strategy, working to eradicate dormitories and building new facilities. This ambitious model is multi-agency and multi-disciplinary, opening the door for you to work in a collaborative and flexible way with partners, service users, carers and their families. The Trust offers a flexible approach to working, opportunity for development and training, regular supervision, and annual personal development reviews. Job responsibilities We are committed to delivering a high standard of multi-disciplinary recovery focused care; the post holder would be an integral part of this process and will be essential to improving service delivery. You will need to have relevant experience in either hospital or community settings, and have transferable skills for assessing mental health needs and risks, and formulating care plans for individuals who might be in a high level of distress with a variety of needs. You must hold a valid driver's licence, and must have a vehicle. If you are interested in this post, we welcome you to come and see how we work and to meet the teams. For more information or an informal chat, please contact: Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential • Evidence of Further Education and Development, • Teaching and Assessing Qualifications or equivalent experience, • Proven Post Registration Experience, • Experience of working with other people who have deliberately self-harmed, • Experience of teaching and assessing in clinical practice (mentoring), • Experience of Working in an Acute Environment Such as Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team or Mental Health Liaison Team, • Caseload management and clinical supervisory experience, • Experience in Quality Care initiatives and audit., • Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills, • Ability to carry out autonomous Mental Health Assessments, • Ability to manage own time and work under pressure., • Ability to embrace continual changes in organisational working and culture, awareness of change., • Self-motivated and an interest in chosen field., • Evidence of commitment to promoting service user and carer values., • Commitment to Personal Development, • Flexible approach to work, • Desire to work with other professionals/departments to enhance service delivery and meet organisational objectives., • Training In Brief Psychological Therapies This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name: Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address: Heath Lane Hospital; Bushey Fields Hospital; Dorothy Pattison Hospital; Penn Hospital, Sandwell (or Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton), B71 2BG Employer's website: Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: Team Managers - CRHTT Sandwell Sudesh Gunputh Supporting documents Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Practitioners (RMN, RNLD, RGN or Social Workers/ Allied Health Professionals) with a criminal justice interest, to work in the Black Country Health & Justice Outreach/Reconnect Service. The post holder would be expected to work in the community within Black Country in the Outreach element of the team but may also incorporate other areas of Health & Justice, such as the Reconnect Service, Police custody or court. This will include providing high quality assessments of people attending and being released from Police Custody/Prison and supporting people under the care of the Outreach/Reconnect Team. The service will be delivered to people of all ages including those under the age of 18yrs who present with any vulnerability including but not limited to mental health, physical health, learning disability, head injury, unemployment, housing, educational needs etc. H&J is not itself a treatment service, but it is an identification, assessment and referral service. The role will involve assessing; accessing; and implementing a wide and, at times, complex range of care services for people over the age of 18 with increasingly complex needs. The successful applicants must be experienced in risk assessment, highly motivated and someone who is looking for a new challenge and have the skills to make a difference. • Working in a Health and Justice (H&J) Outreach/Reconnect service within the Black Country, dependent on skills and service need., • Delivering a high quality clinical service to patients and their families., • Managing complex assessment in Custody, Court and the Outreach/Reconnect service. Responsible for clinical and caseload supervision of other team members where identified., • Diverting and Liaising with multiple criminal justice, police and other partners., • Identify, assess and refer people of all ages with a wide range of mental health, learning disability, substance misuse and/or social vulnerabilities when they first come into contact with the youth and adult criminal justice systems on suspicion of having committed a crime., • When a person is assessed as having single or multiple vulnerabilities, they will be referred to the appropriate treatment or support service and an appropriate package of care and/or support will be instigated., • Accurate, timely information on the person will be shared with police and the courts (with an individual's consent where necessary) to ensure that any charging, sentencing or disposal decisions are based upon an authoritative assessment of their mental health, any learning disability and whether they have a substance misuse issue. Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities. We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems. We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow. We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on specialist assessments (within service specification) in conjunction with service user and carer, helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy. Provide written reports for Crown or Magistrates Courts or to attend and give verbal evidence as required. To offer considered recommendations to these bodies. Responsible for participating in the setting of quality standards, including auditing, monitoring and reviewing of practice in line with current clinical guidance practice/policy. Assess patient's individual care needs, agree and refer on to appropriate agency. Complete and contribute to robust risk assessments and risk management plans. Promote positive risk taking, where appropriate, to improve quality of life and maximise occupational performance/independence. Maintain effective reporting systems by observing and reporting verbally and in writing on patient conditions. Utilise agreed outcome measures to review the effectiveness of H&J processes. Participate in the development of the service to ensure clinical governance processes are actively implemented at team level. Assist in ensuring that the aims and objectives of the service (as set by the Team Leader) are fulfilled and to identify factors which may inhibit these from being achieved. The post holder will be required to work within the NMC Code of Practice/registered professional guidelines. Assist in the implementation of evidence-based practice and participate in research and other projects as required. • Registered Mental Health Nurse/ Learning Disability Nurse/Registered General Nurse on NMC Register or Registered Social Worker/Allied Health Professional., • Professional Social Work qualification, DipSW, CQSW, CSS, BA, MA or Foreign qualification where certified by the Professional Social Work regulatory body. Ensuring current registration with the Professional Social Work regulatory body at all times., • Post-registration experience, evidence of formal courses and training at diploma/degree level., • Psychological intervention Qualification including EMDR, CBT, CBTp, Family Interventions, CAT, DBT, Structured Clinical Management, • Experience of working with Service Users who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs, • Experience of assessing, planning, co-ordinating and managing people with health problems in a community setting., • Experience of engaging with Children and Young People and their families., • Experience of presenting at local/national level This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab) Health & Justice Outreach Practitioner • Bilston, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr

As Family Engagement Worker, you will work as one of the Pact Family team, providing family casework support to prisoners, as well as support to the families of prisoners through advice and guidance, facilitating prison visits, and delivering family induction sessions. About You: To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally involving prisoners and/or their families.You will have the ability to advocate for families dealing with imprisonment, promoting their human rights and ensuring their needs are considered, and views are heard at all levels. You will have the ability to develop referral pathways for families, prisoners and other professionals to access the service.You may have experience of the following: Casework, Key Working, providing advice, guidance and emotional support to male service users. You will act as a role model for volunteers and an ambassador for PACT, conducting yourself professionally at all time, with high standards of personal integrity and accountability.You need to be solutions-focused, adaptable, flexible, emotionally resilient and capable of managing multiple tasks in high stress environments. What we offer: Pact offers a range of benefits including a free advice, information and counselling service, contributory pension, corporate eye care scheme, cycle to work scheme and generous holiday entitlement. You will have the opportunity to attend training events to further develop yourself as a professional training and interventions worker. You will undergo a thorough induction process and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team. • We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Other information: Pact is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applications including those with a criminal conviction (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment). This post is subject to a 6‑month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory references from previous employers covering a 3‑year period, declaration of any unspent criminal convictions (and where appropriate a satisfactory risk assessment), Prison Vetting and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison. We will also require a certificate of good conduct from the Police Force of the country of residence if you have resided overseas for a period of over 12 months (in the past 10 years while aged 18 or over). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Independent Form F Assessors Location: Remote with travel Contract: Self-employed / Consultancy Hours: Flexible Fee: Competitive Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for flexible Form F assessment work? Thrive Fostering Ltd is looking to expand its network of experienced Independent Form F Assessors to support our growing fostering service. We are looking for skilled, reflective and analytical social workers who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve safe, stable and positive outcomes through high-quality foster care. About the role As a Form F Assessor, you will undertake comprehensive assessments of prospective foster carers and their families. You will be responsible for exploring their experiences, strengths, vulnerabilities, motivation, support networks and capacity to meet the needs of children in foster care. You will use your professional judgement and social work expertise to produce a high-quality, evidence-based and analytical Form F assessment for consideration by fostering panel. Your responsibilities will include: • Completing Form F assessments within agreed timescales., • Undertaking assessment visits with prospective foster carers., • Meeting and assessing relevant members of the household., • Gathering and analysing information from multiple sources., • Exploring applicants' motivation and capacity to foster., • Identifying strengths, vulnerabilities and potential safeguarding concerns., • Assessing applicants' ability to meet children's individual needs., • Producing high-quality, analytical assessment reports., • Identifying training, support and development needs., • Working closely with Thrive Fostering's assessment and management team., • Attending midway/review meetings where required., • Presenting assessments to fostering panel and responding to panel questions. We are looking for someone who: • Is a qualified Social Worker., • Is registered with Social Work England or the relevant professional regulator., • Has substantial post-qualifying social work experience., • Has previous experience undertaking fostering/Form F assessments., • Has excellent analytical and report-writing skills., • Understands safeguarding and child protection., • Has a strong understanding of the fostering regulatory framework., • Can work independently and manage their own workload., • Can meet agreed assessment deadlines., • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Is confident working with applicants from a wide range of backgrounds., • Is able to travel for assessment visits when required. Why work with Thrive Fostering? We offer: ? Flexible working arrangements Manage your assessment workload around your professional commitments. ? Independent consultancy opportunities Work with a growing independent fostering agency. ? Professional support You will have access to support from our fostering management and social work team. ? Meaningful work Play an important role in assessing families who could provide safe and nurturing homes for children and young people. ? Opportunities for ongoing work As our fostering service grows, we expect our need for experienced Form F Assessors to grow with it. What we are looking for We are particularly interested in hearing from social workers who have previously completed Form F assessments and presented assessments to fostering panel. If you are an experienced fostering assessor who takes pride in producing thorough, analytical and child-centred assessments, we would love to hear from you. How to apply Please send your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your fostering assessment experience JBRP1_UKTJ

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