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You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court. You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis. You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents' capacity and on the child's needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents. Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role. We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will be a supervisory role. Cardiff Council are looking for a Principal Social Worker to work predominantly in a supervisory role, alongside case management of a small complex caseload, within one of our Locality Teams. The successful candidate would be supported by their Team Manager and the Operational Manager. They would work within a team of social workers, social work assistants and resource assistants (additional administrative support). The successful candidate will be required to supervise a pod of social work assistants and lesser experienced social work staff. Cardiff Council is seeking an individual able to support staff, ensuring the focus of a supportive, positive environment is nurtured within the team. You will be responsible for conducting monthly supervision, chairing strategy meetings and attending joint visits. You will be expected to provide regular oversight of the Young People's care plans through robust quality assurance of the Social Work Assistants work and attendance at relevant meetings such as Child Looked After Reviews. Whilst the role is predominately non-caseholding, where concerns escalate in respect of Young People allocated to one of your supervisees you will be expected to take on allocation until risks have de-escalated to enable relocation to the Social Work Assistant or NQSW. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Principal Social Worker – Kinship FosteringLocation: Cardiff (Hybrid Working Available)Pay Rate: £31.71 per hour (PAYE) or £41.58 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Temporary (Agency)Duration: 3 MonthsHours: 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00) The Role Seven Resourcing are recruiting for a Principal Social Worker to join a dynamic Kinship Fostering team within a forward-thinking Children’s Services environment. This is a non-case holding senior role, ideal for experienced social work professionals looking to step into a strategic leadership position within fostering services. You will play a key role in shaping and improving kinship fostering practice, driving quality assurance, and contributing to the ongoing development of a growing service area. This opportunity offers a strong mix of strategic influence and hands-on involvement in practice standards. Key Responsibilities • Lead on quality assurance of kinship fostering assessments from internal and external assessors, • Drive performance standards and continuous improvement across the kinship fostering service, • Develop and deliver training sessions and practice briefings to enhance service quality, • Support the Service Manager with service development and delivery of high-quality fostering support, • Work closely with panel advisors to ensure consistent and effective approval processes, • Supervise and support staff, promoting best practice within children’s social care, • Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration (Social Work England or equivalent), • Significant experience within Children’s Social Work, ideally within fostering or kinship care, • Strong background in quality assurance, practice development, or leadership roles, • Excellent understanding of fostering regulations, safeguarding, and child protection, • Proven ability to support and develop staff and improve service performance, • Hybrid working model offering flexibility between home, office, and visits, • Flexible working culture to support work-life balance, • Opportunity to contribute to a developing and high-impact service, • Enhanced DBS required, • Strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection Join Seven Resourcing and benefit from over a decade of expertise in connecting professionals with exciting career opportunities. With more than 3,000 five-star reviews, an excellent Trustpilot rating, multiple awards, and strong relationships with top UK employers in both public and private sectors, we offer you the best chance of securing your next role.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Locum Social Worker within CASP, CP, PLO and Court team, Cardiff, £38.43 Hourly, Ongoing We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers to join our Locality team in Cardiff, earning £38.43 per hour on an ongoing locum basis. Cardiff, the vibrant capital city of Wales, offers a fantastic environment to live and work. This position supports part-time and full-time roles. We are seeking seasoned social workers with at least three years of post-qualification experience to tackle mainly Child Protection cases, including those involving the Child Protection Register, Pre-Proceedings (PLO), and Court cases. A qualification with Social Care Wales is required. Our dynamic team is passionate about making a tangible impact by working integrally with children and families to help them achieve their full potential.Perks and benefits: - Flexible, hybrid working hours: Enjoy the balance of working from home and the bustling office environment surrounded by a supportive team. - Professional development opportunities: Access ongoing training and monthly supervision to continue growing your skills. - Vibrant office atmosphere: Benefit from a team that's dedicated, experienced, and supportive, with experienced leaders offering high levels of guidance. - Cultural experiences at your doorstep: Cardiff is renowned for its cultural and recreational activities, providing a fantastic lifestyle alongside your career. - Work-life balance: Locum work offers the chance to determine your schedule to fit your personal life.What you will do: - Safeguard children and build upon family relationships to support and empower them in making critical life decisions. - Work closely with children at risk and their families, ensuring their needs are met to prevent escalation. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams under the Wales Safeguarding Procedures. - Conduct thorough assessments and create effective Child Protection plans. - Deliver high-quality social work services, focusing on child-centred approaches and delivering positive outcomes. - Liaise with other agencies to ensure comprehensive support for families.Cardiff presents a unique blend of history and modernity, offering a great quality of life with a low cost of living compared to other major cities in the UK. With its friendly atmosphere, beautiful parks, and a thriving arts scene, Cardiff proves to be an incredible place to advance your career whilst enjoying the benefits of an energetic and diverse city. Make the move to Cardiff and seize this opportunity to contribute meaningfully as a Social Worker in a place where your work is truly valued.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Mid & Upper Nithsdale - Thornhill, Closeburn, Penpont, Sanquhar and Kelloholm areas Part time & Sessional contracts available Various shift patterns Are you interested in working for an award-winning social care charity? Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting people with support needs to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be! Each person we support has different support needs, so your role as Support Worker may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections. The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support. The people we support all have varying needs and are looking for new Personal Assistants to help them with some of their day to day needs such as personal care, meal preparation and administering medication. You may be supporting someone who requires moving and handling and full training will be required. This is a varied to role and we are specifically looking for new staff to take on shifts to cover various shift patterns. This role does involve some evening and weekend working. Sadly, it’s not always possible for the people we support to manage what many people would consider daily tasks without proper, dedicated support. About You If you think you have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now! Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has support needs. You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had! Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following: • The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support., • The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes., • A positive and flexible outlook to your work and be able to work on your own and as part of a team. If this is, you, then please click the link to apply now. About Us We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to: • Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking, • Introduction to autism, • Epilepsy awareness, • Moving and Handling, • Adult support and protection, • Child support and protection, • First Aid, • Positive Behaviour Support We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to: • Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care., • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loans* Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has support needs. Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles. Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of their start date. *terms & conditions apply

Mid & Upper Nithsdale - Thornhill, Closeburn, Penpont, Sanquhar and Kelloholm areas Part time & Sessional contracts available Evenings & Weekend shifts available Are you interested in working for an award-winning social care charity? Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting people with support needs to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be! Each person we support has different support needs, so your role as Support Worker may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections. The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support. The people we support all have varying needs and are looking for new Personal Assistants to help them with some of their day to day needs such as personal care, meal preparation and administering medication. You may be supporting someone who requires moving and handling and full training will be required. This is a varied to role and we are specifically looking for new staff to take on shifts to cover nights (4pm – 9.30pm) and weekends (7am – 9.30pm). Sadly, it’s not always possible for the people we support to manage what many people would consider daily tasks without proper, dedicated support. About You If you think you have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now! Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has support needs. You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had! About Us Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following: • The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support., • The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes., • A positive and flexible outlook to your work and be able to work on your own and as part of a team. If this is you, then please click the link to apply now. We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to: • Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking, • Introduction to autism, • Epilepsy awareness, • Moving and Handling, • Adult support and protection, • Child support and protection, • First Aid, • Positive Behaviour Support We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to: • Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care., • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to Work Scheme*, • Season Ticket Loans*, • Blue Light Card, • Where required, Enable will fully fund SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications – required for SSSC registration Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has support needs. Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles. The cost of PVG is paid upfront by the organisation and deducted from your wage if successfully appointed. Enable reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible if this vacancy is of interest. Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of their start date. *Terms & conditions apply

Deputy Intensive Childrens Home Manager Job Title:Deputy Intensive Home Manager Children and Young people Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today. Location: North Shropshire Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum + £3,000 £6,000 sleep-in allowance Contract: Full Time (39 hours per week) Sector: Childrens Residential Care Make a Real Difference in Young Peoples Lives Our client is launching a brand-new, 2-bed high-intensity therapeutic childrens home inNorth Shropshire and is looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Support Worker to help lead the service from the very beginning. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new - helping shape a home designed to support children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, giving them stability, care, and a brighter future. Working alongside an experienced Registered Manager, youll be part of a supportive leadership team within a growing national organisation, where your ideas, creativity, and leadership will be valued and encouraged. Why Join Our Client? Our client is committed to creating an environment where both staff and young people can thrive. Youll benefit from strong leadership support, clear progression opportunities, and a therapeutic approach to care that prioritises positive outcomes and reduced restraint. Youll be encouraged to develop professionally, with full support to achieve your Level 5 qualification and progress into a Registered Manager role. The organisation promotes a culture of collaboration, offering regular team meetings, ongoing supervision, and access to specialist clinical guidance. In addition, youll receive a competitive salary with enhanced sleep-in payments, funded qualifications, paid training, a comprehensive induction programme, generous annual leave, and access to wellbeing support services. Staff also benefit from discount schemes, a pension plan, and a referral bonus programme. About the Role As Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the home, supporting the Registered Manager to deliver a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. You will help lead and develop the staff team, ensuring young people receive consistent, high-quality care that supports their emotional and behavioural needs. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will contribute to care planning, safeguarding, staff development, and the overall success of the home. Key Responsibilities • Support the Registered Manager in the daily operations of the home, • Lead, supervise, and develop staff to deliver high-quality care and support, • Promote a therapeutic, child-centred environment, • Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards, • Assist with rota planning, staffing, and resource management, • Support the development and implementation of care plans and behaviour strategies, • Build positive relationships with young people, families, and external professionals, • Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and best practice, • Minimum 2 years experience in a childrens residential setting, • Experience at Senior or Deputy Manager level, • NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People (or equivalent), • Good knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures, • Experience managing rotas, staffing, and budgets, • A strong, resilient, and child-focused leadership style, • Sleep-in requirement of approximately 48 per month Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. They are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, including veterans and military families. xrnqpay If youre looking for a role where you can shape a service, lead a team, and truly change lives, this is your opportunity.

Female only Part-Time post 28 Hours per week Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role. £12.71 per hour Joining bonus £500 (T&C's £250 on completion of onboarding, £250 on completion of 6 months probation) Benefits of joining or team. • Competitive pay, • High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;, • 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years' service., • Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts – which means you'll be fully supported to understand the role whilst getting to know the team and the people you will support, • Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family, • A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child payment, prescriptions and more, • Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service – we believe our staff are our greatest asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage, • Contributory Pension scheme, • Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development, • Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback, • Refer-a-Friend Award – earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation., • Birthday recognition – an Amazon e-voucher every year, • Paid enhanced DBS certificate In this role, you will support two individuals with Autism and ADHD who also require mental health support. You will provide high-quality, person-centred support with all aspects of daily living, while promoting independence and empowering each person to engage in the community activities of their choice. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who is committed, empathetic, caring and compassionate. You should be able to remain calm under pressure, work effectively as part of a team, and be confident using IT when completing records. • Personal Care is required in this service. You could be just what we are looking for! About You: Essential Requirements: • Driver with UK manual licence for at least 1 year and own vehicle., • Passionate about supporting people to live a happy and fulfilled life. Support people to achieve their goals and aspirations, • Good communication skills and able to listen, • Be patient, • Promote independence and daily living skills. xrnqpay, • Good IT knowledge/skills/systems, • Previous experience working with Positive Behaviour support, • WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP WITH THIS POSITION If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: or drop us an email at: . Interview Date: TBC

• WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER SPONSORSHIP WITH THIS POSITION Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding. Full & Part-Time posts (FT 37.5 hours per week) £12.71 per hour Plus £189 for sleep duties, this is based on 3 per month Joining bonus £1000 (T&C's £500 on completion of probation, £500 after one year) Benefits of joining or team. • Competitive pay, • High quality training- we provide all the training you need to deliver first class support;, • 28 days holiday in your first year, increasing to 33 day after five years and then 38 days after ten-years service., • Comprehensive induction programme including shadow shifts which means youll be fully supported to understand the role whilst getting to know the team and the people you will support, • Free and confidential counselling services for you and your family, • A Simply Health Cash Plan- to help you with healthcare costs including dental, physiotherapy, chiropody, optical, new child payment, prescriptions and more, • Long service rewards starting at £100 increasing to £150 depending on length of service we believe our staff are our greatest asset and we want to reward you for your hard work and commitment to Bethphage, • Contributory Pension scheme, • Development opportunities- we want to support you in your career in care, from becoming a mental health first aider, to career progression- from support worker to service manager, your development is our development, • Regular supervisions with your manager, team meetings and feedback, • Refer-a-Friend Award earn £200 every time you successfully refer a friend and they complete their probation., • Birthday recognition an Amazon e-voucher every year, • Paid enhanced DBS certificate The ideal candidate will be a good communicator, committed, and able to demonstrate empathy, care, and compassion. You should be able to work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team. Basic IT skills and the ability to write clearly and legibly are essential. Previous experience in working in health and social care is desirable but not essential as full training will be given You could be just what we are looking for! About You: Essential Requirements: • Driver (desirable), • Good communication skills and able to listen, • Be patient, • Promote independence and daily living skills. xrnqpay, • Good IT knowledge/skills/systems If you would like more information, please get in touch with our recruitment team by calling: Interview Date: TBC

Have worked in a fostering‑related social work role and/or child social care, such as a looked‑after children’s team. Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Are a registered social worker in Wales or open to being registered (fee covered b

Locality - Social Worker Pay rate in line with the All Wales Pledge - £38.43 Umbrella City of Cardiff Council ''Cardiff City Council is seeking experienced Qualified Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience to join our supportive and passionate teams. Opportunities are available across CASP, Child Protection (CP), Pre-Proceedings (PLO), Court, as well as Intake and Locality (long-term) services. You will work with children and families whose names are on the Child Protection Register, and those involved in PLO and court proceedings, making a meaningful impact on their safety and wellbeing. All applicants must be Social Care Wales registered. Our teams benefit from experienced leadership, including long-standing Team Managers and Principal Social Workers, as well as a collaborative environment with varied levels of expertise. We offer monthly supervision, ongoing training, and a flexible hybrid working model, while maintaining a strong team culture for those who enjoy office-based support. Working within the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and Wales Safeguarding Procedures, you will adopt a child-centred, partnership approach to empower families and achieve positive outcomes.'' Benefits of working for Hoop: • 20 years’ experience of the Social Work market, • Your local agency based in Cardiff, • Welsh-speaking consultant available should you wish to converse in Welsh throughout your job search, • PAYE and Umbrella payroll options available – you choose!, • Dedicated point of contact (support team to cover whilst on leave), • Twice weekly payroll, • Actively supplying every Local Authority in South/West Wales and South West England, • Refer a friend scheme available, • Birthday gifts * (after 1 year in service), • Wellbeing sessions To apply for this role, you will need to hold - • A relevant Social Work Qualification, • Registration with Social Care Wales, • Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or be happy to apply for a DBS, • 3 Years of referencing, • Driving license with access to a car Given the nature of the role, only applications from individuals with a social work qualification and registration with either professional body - Social Care Wales / Social Work England can be considered. Please only apply if you meet this criteria. Please contact Kate Bowen at Hoop Recruitment on (phone number removed) if you want to find out more

SW Locums need a number of Qualified Social Workers with at least3 years post qualifying agency social workers to join our CASP, CP, PLO and Court team in Cardiff. The team offer flexible, hybrid working hours. The team manager and principle social worker have both been in their roles for a number of years and offer a wide range of experience and skills, high levels of support, guidance and advice and the team comes with varying levels of experience both as qualified and unqualified. The team have a second PSW who case holds court cases but also provides additional support to the team and team manager. Training opportunities and monthly supervision will be provided to all agency staff. This is a highly passionate, committed and supportive team please apply if you feel suited. Successful Candidates will go into the Locality teams - workers must be Social Care Wales Registered. You must have hands on experience and knowledge of working within the Social Services and Well Being Act (Wales)2014. This Act focuses on working with people and families in partnership, to meet their needs in order to prevent them from escalating. The Wales Safeguarding Procedures are based on the principle that the protection of children from harm is the responsibility of all individuals, and all agencies working with the children. We are looking for experienced social workers for both the Intake teams and Locality (long term teams) who can work with children whose names are placed on the Child Protection Register, families under Pre-Proceedings (PLO) and Court cases. You will be working in a busy, supportive skilled team that aim to make a positive impact to children and their families in order to improve their safety and well-being. As a social worker in Cardiff you will make an impact on children’s lives, through your commitment and dedication you will help deliver high quality services and use a child-centred approach. At SW Locums you will benefit from: * Constant support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable Welsh Speaking consultant. * Great rates of pay. * No “waffle” straight talking, conscientious and informed advice. * Fastest and accurate payments available. * Contact available 24/7. * Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide. * Free DBS and compliance service. * Access to on-going training opportunities. * Industry leading “Refer a Friend” and “Find your own job” bonus scheme offering up to £300 for successfully placed referrals.* * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme

You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court. You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis. You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents' capacity and on the child's needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents. Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role. We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will be a supervisory role. Cardiff Council are looking for a Principal Social Worker to work predominantly in a supervisory role, alongside case management of a small complex caseload, within one of our Locality Teams. The successful candidate would be supported by their Team Manager and the Operational Manager. They would work within a team of social workers, social work assistants and resource assistants (additional administrative support). The successful candidate will be required to supervise a pod of social work assistants and lesser experienced social work staff. Cardiff Council is seeking an individual able to support staff, ensuring the focus of a supportive, positive environment is nurtured within the team. You will be responsible for conducting monthly supervision, chairing strategy meetings and attending joint visits. You will be expected to provide regular oversight of the Young People's care plans through robust quality assurance of the Social Work Assistants work and attendance at relevant meetings such as Child Looked After Reviews. Whilst the role is predominately non-caseholding, where concerns escalate in respect of Young People allocated to one of your supervisees you will be expected to take on allocation until risks have de-escalated to enable relocation to the Social Work Assistant or NQSW. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

Deputy Manager Childrens Home Cardiff Shift pattern: Full-time Includes shifts, weekends and on-call duties Salary £31,000 - £33,000 Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are seeking a motivated and confident Deputy Manager to join a childrens residential home, providing support to young people with complex disabilities and health needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to take a leadership role, make a meaningful impact, and be recognised for driving positive outcomes. In this position, you will have the chance to shape the team, champion high standards, and ensure the home consistently delivers exceptional, person-centred care. You will play a key role in leading the team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring the home delivers consistent, high-quality care. Key Responsibilities As Deputy Manager, you will take a key leadership role, actively shape the services performance and guide the team to achieve excellence. Your responsibilities will include: Leading shifts and setting clear expectations for the team Supporting the Registered Manager with the overall running of the home Ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining inspection readiness Overseeing care plans, safeguarding processes, and risk management Challenging poor practice and driving higher standards Coaching, supporting, and developing staff to improve performance Promoting a structured, safe, and child-focused environment Working closely with families and professionals to ensure consistency of care Taking responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager Supporting the ongoing improvement and stability of the service Requirements: You will need to have: Experience in a childrens residential care setting Experience as a Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks Confidence to lead, challenge, and improve team performance Experience supporting young people with complex needs Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare A commitment to achieving or holding Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare Valid DBS within the last 12 months (preferably on the update service) or willingness to complete a new one Strong understanding of safeguarding, regulatory standards, and positive behaviour support Great communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills Strong communication and organisational skills A resilient, proactive, and hands-on approach Take the next step in your leadership career and make a real impact every day. Join a service that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the freedom to lead with confidence. Apply now and shape the future of the team and the young people in your care. TPBN1_UKTJ

Do you have a caring nature, a calm approach, and a passion for helping young people with profound and complex needs thrive? Masterclass are working with a specialist SEN school supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex medical needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Worker to join our dedicated team and play a key role in supporting our learners' education, care, and personal development. Your Role Will Include: • Supporting students with personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical needs under guidance and training., • Assisting the teacher in delivering highly differentiated and sensory-based learning activities., • Promoting communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing in every interaction., • Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues., • Helping to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment that enables every child to feel valued and included. What We’re Looking For: • Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential – the right attitude is!, • A patient, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting complex and often non-verbal learners., • Willingness to undertake training in areas such as manual handling, medical procedures, and communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS)., • A genuine desire to make a difference to the lives of children with profound and lifelong challenges. Masterclass Education provide CPD recognised online training, covering subjects such as Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Understanding Child Development, Violence Reduction, and more, to all of our candidates. Must have: • Ability to work well independently and as a team, • Has a passion to support and empower children and young people, • A DBS on the Updates Service, or be willing to obtain one, • Commitment to safeguarding students and young people, • Holds GCSE’S in Maths & English grade A*-C 4-9 or equivalent, • Resilience to deal with challenging situations Master Class are the leaders across the UK in providing a unique, personal and bespoke service to our schools and candidates. Masterclass Education offer many amazing benefits: • Weekly pay (PAYE), • A fantastic holiday scheme, • Specialised consultants on hand to help you with advice and support, • MCE Learning portal, you will have free access to all of our online learning in the latest education developments (CPD recognised)., • Flexible work options to work around your personal circumstances. Our focus at Masterclass is, and always will be, on helping education professionals find their dream position in a school where they will be able to truly excel. We are always happy to support ECTs and encourage applications from all Teachers and TAs of every experience and scale. Masterclass Education work exclusively with a large amount of Primary, Secondary and SEN schools across the area who look for MCE staff to be with them on daily cover, short- and long-term contracts. Masterclasses are a part of the REC and Crown Commercial Service, offering the most valued and trusted service. Masterclass Education are disability confident and therefore if you require any adjustments through the interview/registration process please do get in contact. We look forward to your application or any questions you may have

Deputy Manager – Children’s Home Cardiff Shift pattern: Full-time Includes shifts, weekends and on-call duties Salary £31,000 - £33,000 Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are seeking a motivated and confident Deputy Manager to join a children’s residential home, providing support to young people with complex disabilities and health needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to take a leadership role, make a meaningful impact, and be recognised for driving positive outcomes. In this position, you will have the chance to shape the team, champion high standards, and ensure the home consistently delivers exceptional, person-centred care. You will play a key role in leading the team, maintaining high standards, and ensuring the home delivers consistent, high-quality care. Key Responsibilities As Deputy Manager, you will take a key leadership role, actively shape the service’s performance and guide the team to achieve excellence. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading shifts and setting clear expectations for the team, • Supporting the Registered Manager with the overall running of the home, • Ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining inspection readiness, • Overseeing care plans, safeguarding processes, and risk management, • Challenging poor practice and driving higher standards, • Coaching, supporting, and developing staff to improve performance, • Promoting a structured, safe, and child-focused environment, • Working closely with families and professionals to ensure consistency of care, • Taking responsibility in the absence of the Registered Manager, • Supporting the ongoing improvement and stability of the service Requirements: You will need to have: • Experience in a children’s residential care setting, • Experience as a Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager, • Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks, • Confidence to lead, challenge, and improve team performance, • Experience supporting young people with complex needs, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, • A commitment to achieving or holding Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare, • Valid DBS within the last 12 months (preferably on the update service) or willingness to complete a new one, • Strong understanding of safeguarding, regulatory standards, and positive behaviour support, • Great communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, • Strong communication and organisational skills, • A resilient, proactive, and hands-on approach Take the next step in your leadership career and make a real impact every day. Join a service that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the freedom to lead with confidence. Apply now and shape the future of the team and the young people in your care

Calling all Wales Based Social Workers If you're reading this, there's likely something you'd like to improve about your current job. What would you change, and how can we help? We're currently recruiting for multiple local authorities across Wales , offering various roles (including Child Protection, Referral & Assessment, and more) with some roles paying over £40/h+. At Leaders in Care, we work directly with local authorities, allowing us to tailor your job search to focus on what matters to you. High Caseloads? We liaise directly with managers, not third-party vendors, providing you with precise details about your potential workload. Lack of Flexibility? Let's discuss your ideal working patterns . We negotiate terms that suit you, ensuring no surprises when you start. Tired of short contracts? We'll offer you 6 months enabling you time to settle in and room to make an impact without the worry of 3 month rolling extensions! Our goal is to help you get the most out of your work, enabling you to deliver the best service to the vulnerable people you became a social worker to help. If you're interested, please contact Leo by sending your CV to or call 0161 249 8195. Know someone who might be a fit? We offer a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement . Just reach out! Requirements: Registration with Social Care Wales Social Care Qualification TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Support Worker Area : Anglesey Pay Rate: GBP16 - GBP20 per hour Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time, Flexible Shifts About the Role: As a Support Worker, you will provide essential support to individuals with varying needs, ensuring they have the opportunity to live fulfilling and independent lives. You will assist with personal care, daily activities, medication management, and social engagement, tailored to each individuals requirements. Your role will involve both practical support and emotional encouragement, helping clients achieve their personal goals. What Were Looking For: Previous experience in care or support work. A compassionate and patient nature, with a genuine interest in supporting people. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients and their families. Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing needs of clients. A positive, proactive attitude and a team player. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one) Level 3 Health & Social care qualification The people involved in these placements can have a range of needs, including: · Challenging & aggressive behaviour · Learning disability · Autistic Spectrum Condition · ADHD · Personality Disorder · Self-Injury · M.H diagnosis · Victims of the range of abuses · Inappropriate behaviours Criteria for these roles are: · Child and Adult DBS - on the update service · Previous Experience in a similar role · NVQ Level 3 in childcare or equivalent (desirable not essential) · References covering the last 3 years IND-HSC

Kinship - Social Worker Pay rate in line with the All Wales Pledge - £38.43 Umbrella City of Cardiff Council This would include the completion of Connected Person Assessments and Special Guardianship assessments including conversion assessments for those carers pursuing a Special Guardianship arrangement. You will be responsible for assessing potential kinship arrangements and those currently approved foster carers. You would have to be able explain the benefits and differences of becoming a Kinship foster carer or Special Guardian for the child(ren) in their care. Benefits of working for Hoop: • 20 years’ experience of the Social Work market, • Your local agency based in Cardiff, • Welsh-speaking consultant available should you wish to converse in Welsh throughout your job search, • PAYE and Umbrella payroll options available – you choose!, • Dedicated point of contact (support team to cover whilst on leave), • Twice weekly payroll, • Actively supplying every Local Authority in South/West Wales and South West England, • Refer a friend scheme available, • Birthday gifts * (after 1 year in service), • Wellbeing sessions To apply for this role, you will need to hold - • A relevant Social Work Qualification, • Registration with Social Care Wales, • Enhanced DBS registered on the update service or be happy to apply for a DBS, • 3 Years of referencing, • Driving license with access to a car Given the nature of the role, only applications from individuals with a social work qualification and registration with either professional body - Social Care Wales / Social Work England can be considered. Please only apply if you meet this criteria. Please contact Kate Bowen at Hoop Recruitment on (phone number removed) if you want to find out more

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