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We are seeking a dynamic Social Worker to join our Families First Service team in Stretford, UK. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a salary between £37,280 and £42,839 annually. This exciting opportunity is with an inclusive and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to providing exceptional support to families. You'll be part of a vibrant team that prioritises collaboration and innovative approaches in its mission to improve the lives of children and families. Our service is well-regarded for its supportive work environment and commitment to professional development. Join us and make a tangible difference in the community you serve. Perks and benefits: • Competitive salary: Earn £37,280 to £42,839 annually and enjoy a well-deserved living while making a difference., • Professional development: Continuous opportunities for training and growth to ensure you thrive and progress in your career., • Flexible working hours: Achieve a better work-life balance with our adaptable schedule options., • Supportive work environment: Be part of a friendly and collaborative team that is focused on making real change., • Generous holiday allowance: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and pursue your personal interests. What you will do: • Provide a purposeful, professional social work service within a multi-agency partnership approach to children in need and their families, including the assessment of their needs in accordance with statutory requirements and service procedures., • Understand and identify pathways for children and their families to ensure they receive the appropriate level of support., • Use the threshold agreement to identify risk and support partners in managing risk to safeguard children effectively., • Conduct comprehensive assessments with families to understand needs, risks, and protective factors, creating clear analysis and plans for support., • Work directly with families to apply your social work knowledge and skills to improve their circumstances and outcomes sustainably., • Maintain up-to-date and child-focused records, ensuring clarity between factual information and professional judgment., • Attend and represent the local authority in multi-agency meetings, reviews, and conferences as needed., • Maintain professional registration with Social Work England and engage in continuous professional development to uphold your registration., • Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to ensure the implementation and recording of plans for children., • Engage in supervision with practice managers and leads, and mentor or supervise junior colleagues and students. Requirements of this Social Worker role: • A Social Work Qualification or equivalent., • Understanding of relevant legislation., • Registered or eligible for registration with Social Work England., • At least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience working with children and young people in a statutory setting. Stretford offers an inviting community atmosphere with plenty of local amenities and easy access to the vibrant city of Manchester. Ideal for those seeking a balance between exciting city life and the tranquility of suburban living, Stretford provides a welcoming place to live and work. Join us in this rewarding role and be part of a community-focused team that is making a difference every day. 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.

Holiday entitlement will be 28 days including public and bank holidays Working hours are between 9-5pm Location of the home is DE11 Full location willl be disclosed to the right candidate due to safeguarding reasons KEY TASK AREAS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Children and Young People ? To meet the requirements of the Registered and Placing Authority ? To ensure that the Home always meets the regulations set by the Regulatory Body ? To deliver services in line with the Children's Home Regulations including quality standards and Ofsted Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) and company policies ? To safeguard all Children and Young People in the Home and to ensure good safeguarding procedures and principles detailed by your local safeguarding board are always in place and applied consistently ? Work with the team to ensure that referrals and applications are made as and when necessary and within the set time frames e.g. Safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty ? Contribute to the process of assessment of referrals as and when required ? Work with the care team to coordinate admissions of suitable Children and Young People to the Home ? Ensure that all the relevant personal/pathway/placement plans for Children and Young People are in place, accurate, up to date and are adhered to by staff ? Support Key Worker Responsibilities for Children and Young People ? To ensure eff ective and timely contact and communication with the appropriate external agencies and Children and Young People's relatives, advocates and others ? Within a multidisciplinary team, monitor the progress of all Children and Young People's personal/pathway/placement plans, off ering advice, support and consultation ? Undertake regular reviews of the service provided to Children and Young People, involve relevant external agencies and take steps to represent the Children and Young People's interests ? Act on and/or delegate actions or recommendations from any reviews and ensure that all outcomes are completed ? Provide direct care and supervision, as required, to Children and Young People in the Home, including providing occasional cover for staff absence as necessary Job description ? Oversee and ensure that all staff eff ectively manage challenging behaviour, enabling Children and Young People to develop from a position of needing external control, toward self-control ? Maintain eff ective daily contact with internal and external colleagues ? Work eff ectively and positively with relatives, advocates and others involved with Children and Young People ? Direct and coordinate the care and support of each Child and Young Person to ensure that their targets are met ? Take responsibility for coordinating risk assessments and ensuring they are reviewed and updated ? Monitor and ensure that all Children and Young People's fi nancial transactions are recorded and administered following individual placement agreements, and Company and Regulatory Body policies and procedures ? Ensure awareness and implementation of appropriate practical application of the Mental Capacity Act including the Deprivation of Liberty ? Work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team which encompasses education, residential and clinical services relevant to the Home ? Liaise with staff from other departments to provide a consistent approach to all aspects of Children and Young People's care Staff ? Work with the Operations to ensure that appropriately qualifi ed and experienced staff are recruited per Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Work with the Operations to ensure that staffi ng meets the standards and levels as set out in the Home's Statement of Purpose ? Ensure that employment checks under Schedule 2 are undertaken with regard to the recruitment of staff following the standards set by the Regulatory Body, for example, references and DBS checks ? Take the lead on recruitment decisions with assistance from the Administration Department ? Ensure that all staff complete a full induction following Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Support Operations eff ectively apply the probation process and contribute to decisions regarding the ongoing employment of staff ? Assist in planning and updating of qualifi cations and contribute to personal development of self and others in line with personal and organisational objectives ? Provide regular supervision and annual appraisals following company policies and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Conduct Return to Work meetings for direct reports and manage sickness and absenteeism following Company policy ? Involvement in disciplinary, capability, grievance and other people management procedures following Company policy as appropriate ? Ensure that Operations carry out supervisions, probation reviews, annual appraisals, return to work meetings and manage their staff in line with Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Ensure regular team meetings in line with Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Delegate responsibilities based on the competence of staff and the needs of the Company and review to promote teamwork and communication Job description ? Ensure and undertake verbal debriefs with staff as required and necessary and ensure relevant paperwork is completed ? Take the lead on the suspension of staff involved in Safeguarding issues in conjunction with the Operations ? Identify training needs of staff and contribute to the training and development of staff ? Ensure that staff exhibit the values set out by the Company and uphold standards of behaviour following Company policies Quality ? To ensure that appropriate standards are maintained, especially about care, educational and clinical programmes (service dependent) for the Children and Young People in their care, following company policies. Specifi c areas include: o The Homes Statement of Purpose o Safeguarding Individuals o Health & Safety - environmental health, food, fi re, risk assessments o Complaints and representation o General Social Care Council Codes of Practice o Care Quality Commission (registration) regulations/ Care Standards o Equality General ? Ensure awareness that the service operates to agreed budgets and contribute to keeping within these budgets as instructed ? Exercise vigilance regarding Health and Safety and promptly report all hazards and/or remedy them where appropriate. Undertake all duties in a manner calculated to minimise or avoid unnecessary risks, personally or to others ? Reports issues and/or incidents relating to staff Children and Young People that have arisen promptly to the relevant Line Manager or appropriate person ? To carry out on-call duties as required ? Operate at all times following Company policies and procedures, with particular reference to Safeguarding, Child Protection, Whistleblowing, Complaints and Representations and Behaviour Policies ? Participate in training and take responsibility for personal development ? Participate in team meetings, supervisions and annual reviews following Company policy and the standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Work to promote the Home as a valued, professional asset within its community and conduct themselves at all times in a manner that reinforces this image ? Ensure that all actions are in the interests of the Children and Young People and the Company ? To work to and exhibit the values of the Company and maintain standards of behaviour following Company policies, procedures and practices ? To carry out any other reasonable and relevant duties as required Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you a Team Leader or Senior Support Worker ready to take the next step? Do you believe people with a learning disability and/or autism should live lives full of choice, purpose and connection? At MacIntyre, we support people to live gloriously ordinary lives – lives that make sense to them. We're now looking for a Frontline Manager to lead teams accross 3 supported living homes in Warrington. About the role You'll lead and inspire 3 teams across 3 houses where we currently provide support for 6 people. You will lead teams to provide a person centred support that is ambitious and supports connections, purpose and quality of life. You will be a visible leader building relationships, with the people we support, your team, families, and partner professionals. As a Frontline Manager, you'll: • Create a positive, inclusive culture where staff feel confident, supported and motivated, • Lead person-centred recruitment to build the right team around each individual, • Coach, mentor and develop staff through supervision, reflective practice and day-to-day leadership, • Ensure support is meaningful, creative and shaped by what matters to each person, • Champion MacIntyre's values, DNA and PBS practice in everything you do, • Rotas, support planning and risk management, • Embedding high-quality PBS practice with support from the PBS Lead, • Safeguarding, quality and regulatory compliance, including an understanding of or willingness to learn about CQC (the Care Quality Commission) and how to meet their standards, • Managing resources effectively and supporting the sustainability of the houses you are responsible for leading., • Building strong relationships with families, commissioners and health and social care professionals, • There are currently 3 houses in the Hub we are recruiting for. 1 house supports 3 people; one house supports 2 people and the third supports one person., • You will be overseeing commissioned support hours for each person, including sleep ins and waking night support. #IND What we need from you • Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism, ideally in supported living, • Experience supervising or managing a team, • A calm, reflective and values-led leadership style About us MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism. We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions. Our Vision For all people with a learning disability to live a life that makes sense to them. Our Mission We will support a sense of wellbeing through a celebration of each person's unique gifts, talents and contributions, the quality of our relationships and ensuring the promotion of real opportunities to connect with others. Our purpose To achieve excellence in everything we do MacIntyre's “primary purpose” is to make a positive contribution to the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We make this contribution by ensuring that all our interactions are great, that our knowledge and skills represent excellence and that we support people to develop purposeful and warm relationships. Our “secondary purpose” is to have a positive influence in our local communities and on our sector by connecting well, nurturing partnerships and demonstrating best practice. Our DNA MacIntyre has a particular way of working with people and because it is so important to all our activities we call it our DNA. It is a combination of our values and the way that we put those values into actions that is unique to MacIntyre. Through our , the promotion of and , we aim to support every person to live a life that makes sense to them, with a level and style of support of their choosing. Pay and Rewards We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes: • Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays, • Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees, • MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme, • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing, • Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost), • MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period), • Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents, • MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff, • MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more, • You will qualify for a Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff. At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job. But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Area Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge. How to apply If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV. Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today, we cant wait to hear from you! Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining. MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others. Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen. JBRP1_UKTJ

Supervising Social Worker - Orange Grove Contract type: Full-Time Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover Hours: 37 hours per week Office Location: Northwest Start Date: March 2026 Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme, Medical Cash Plan About Us Orange Grove was founded in 1996 by two social workers who understood that strong relationships held the key to successful fostering. As with all families, relationships matter. They provide a stable platform for growth, which is why we commit time, effort, and resources into nurturing them constantly. We do this for the children in our care by getting to know them and providing a safe and positive family environment. We do it for our foster parents by treating them individually and tailoring our support to their needs. And we take care to build strong and positive relationships with local authorities and our other partners, so we can all work effectively together. This has been at the heart of our philosophy ever since we were first set up over 20 years ago. The Role Orange Grove Fostercare Northwest are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed, and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. To have experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence, being a confident driver, willing and able to travel across the North West with unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position that includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role for prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. You will be involved in the recruitment, training, and supervision of Foster Parents and promoting the welfare of children placed with Orange Grove Fostercare. Requirements • Hold a Social Work England, qualification in Social Work or equivalent, and be registered with Social Work England., • Experience of working within fostering., • A comprehensive working knowledge of all fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation, • Excellent communication skills, • A commitment to high-quality practice, which may include occasional working after 17.00pm and weekends., • Being part of an Out of Hours rota for the Northwest region (phone contact / sign posting), • Direct support of foster parents with a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision, • Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards, • To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders, enabling full participation in meetings, decision making, to include child protection. xrnqpay Have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own vehicle Orange Grove Fostercare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment

Senior Children's Support Worker Location: Warrington Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. Salary: £13.60 £14.20 per hour (£27,580 £28,797 per annum) Sleep-in Allowance: £3,000 £6,000 per year Hours: 39 hours per week full-time long day shifts plus sleep-ins Contract: Full-time, temporary contract with the opportunity to become permanent About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced, resilient, and nurturing Senior Childrens Support Worker to join one of their family-style residential homes in Warrington. You will be supporting children and young people with severe learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, including some individuals who are non-verbal. This is a key role within the home. You will provide encouragement and praise, remain calm and patient during times of crisis, and use your experience and passion to inspire colleagues and help achieve the best possible outcomes for the young people in your care. Personal care is a required part of this position. What Were Looking For • Minimum of 12 months experience working in complex care, • Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or Health & Social Care (recognised within pay rate), • Experience or knowledge of child-centred and therapeutic care models, • Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, • Naturally caring, flexible, and resilient approach, • Ability to work shifts and sleep-ins as part of a flexible rota, • Makaton or BSL skills are desirable but not essential, • Full induction and introductory programme, • Fully funded training and qualifications, • Enhanced pay scales recognising qualifications and experience, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, • Free meals during shifts, • Comprehensive employee benefits programme, • NEST Pension Scheme, • Life assurance, • Free enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, • 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), • Staff Referral Scheme split a £500 bonus when you refer a friend Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcomes applications from service personnel, veterans, and military families. Veteran-friendly policies, peer support networks, and military awareness training are in place. As part of this commitment, eligible current or former service personnel who meet the essential criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview, provided military experience is clearly detailed on their CV. Please apply online. Suitable candidates will be contacted to discuss the role in further detail. Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. Were looking for someone who leads with empathy, resilience, and heart. xrnqpay If youre passionate about creating safe, nurturing homes where young people can thrive, this role offers the chance to leave a lasting impact.

Foster Care Associates (FCA) Senior / Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton and Portsmouth About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services that make a positive difference to the lives of looked-after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. However, our purpose remains the same: to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities. This is underpinned by a series of values designed to help children and young people reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. Despite our size, we remain a close-knit and supportive community. At FCA, we're one big family, committed to supporting every child and foster parent, every day. Duties Will Include • Supporting foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care, • Supporting and monitoring the continued suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment, • Ensuring carers fully understand the fostering task, required competencies and expected standards, including complaints and representation procedures in line with FCA policies, • Providing and recording regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards, • Working in partnership using a team parenting approach to identify needs within the foster family (e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays), contributing to meetings and relevant actions, • Ensuring each child and foster parent is fully compliant with all key documentation, • Attending meetings and/or providing reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages, • Promoting participation of children and young people in agency development and access to local resources and opportunities, • Participating in an out-of-hours support service on a rota basis, • Participating in the day duty system on a rota basis, supporting the referrals team, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional overnight stays), • Confidence transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. JBRP1_UKTJ

Family Safeguarding Social Worker | South West England | £100 Weekly Expenses | Flexible Office Days Are you an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive, well-structured team where work-life balance and quality practice truly come first? Leaders in Care are working with a proactive local authority in the South West thats committed to manageable caseloads, flexible working, and a collaborative culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in childrens lives without the burnout. About the Role: Youll be part of a dedicated Family Safeguarding team, supporting families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and Family Support interventions with minimal court involvement. The authority takes a relationship-based approach, focusing on keeping families together safely wherever possible. Whats on Offer: • Up to £100 weekly expenses (accommodation or travel support), • Flexible working choose your office days, • Ongoing training & professional development opportunities, • Supportive management regular supervision and reflective practice, • Loyalty & performance bonuses, • 6-month contract minimum with strong potential for extension, • Easily commutable from major South West hubsRequirements:, • Social Work qualification & registration with Social Work England (SWE), • 3+ years experience in Family Safeguarding, Child Protection, or CIN work JBRP1_UKTJ

A care support company in Greater Manchester is looking for a Children's Support Worker to assist a child with special educational needs in a home setting. This role requires supporting daily routines and emotional regulation, while facilitating structured activities.

A dedicated social care organization in Manchester is seeking passionate Childrens Support Workers available for flexible hours. The role involves delivering care and supporting the emotional wellbeing of young individuals.

A child support organization in the Channel Islands is seeking a Secure Unit Support Worker to help vulnerable children in a secure residential home.

Vitalis are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to work as a Team Manager in Trafford Council. Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Trafford Council. The role brings together professionals and partners around the child and their carers, building a strong, consistent network of support that pr

A welcoming and highly nurturing specialist school in Didsbury is looking to appoint a Learning Support Worker to join their dedicated team. The school supports pupils with complex communication and educational needs, as well as young people with learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments and a range of complex needs. About the School The school has seen consistent success in pupil outcomes over recent years, driven by its commitment to personalised learning and a deeply supportive environment. This is a truly delightful setting with: Specialised classrooms tailored to individual learning profiles Sensory rooms and therapeutic spaces A high staff‑to‑student ratio, enabling targeted, meaningful support Skilled, supportive staff who work collaboratively to ensure every pupil thrives The facilities are purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of learners, helping them to achieve academically, socially and emotionally. The Role As a Learning Support Worker, you will primarily be supporting students within the classroom, helping them access learning and develop essential life skills. Key responsibilities include: Providing 1:1 or small-group support Assisting pupils with communication, sensory regulation and emotional wellbeing Delivering activities set by the class teacher and SENCO Supporting pupils with complex needs to engage positively in learning Promoting independence, confidence and resilience Helping maintain a calm, structured and nurturing environment This is an incredibly rewarding role, ideal for someone who is compassionate, patient and committed to making a positive difference. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Experience in a care or education setting Experience working with young people Understanding of – or willingness to learn about – complex needs, learning disabilities, Autism and sensory impairments Empathy, resilience and excellent communication skills Enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting positive outcomes An Enhanced Child & Adult DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel Why Join This School? A collaborative, welcoming and supportive team Ongoing training and development opportunities A role where no two days are the same The chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on the lives of young people All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Location: Remote, working across schools and parishes within the Diocese of Manchester Hours: Full time – 35 hours per week Contract: Fixed term to 31/12/2029 (with potential extension to 31/12/2033, subject to Church Commissioners’ funding) Salary: £32,463 per annum (Diocesan Payscale‑ Band 3.3 – spot grade) About the Role We are delighted to be appointing a brand-new‑ Encounter Team for the Salford Archdeaconry within the Diocese of Manchester. Funded through an exciting national initiative from the Church Commissioners, this new position plays a key part in supporting, resourcing and encouraging ministry with children, young people and their families across our schools, churches and mission communities. This is a dynamic, varied role that spans early years, children’s ministry, youth ministry, school chaplaincy, and developing young leaders. Working closely with the Salford Encounter Archdeaconry Lead, you will help nurture vibrant Christian communities and create life-giving‑ opportunities for children and young people to grow in faith, confidence and belonging. What You’ll Do In this broad ministry role, you will contribute to shaping and strengthening our work across multiple age groups and settings. Responsibilities include: Early Years & Children (0–5s) Supporting churches and mission communities to develop creative, age-appropriate‑ ministry for 0–11s. Helping establish or enrich toddler groups, fresh expressions of worship, Messy Church, Forest Church, and other innovative initiatives. Championing best practice through current research, training and shared learning. Strengthening connections between churches and local schools, including engagement with Early Years providers and supporting meaningful transition events (e.g., Year 6). Children and Families Worker (5-11s) Support and develop vibrant, engaging ministry for 5–11s. Enrich existing children’s work and help churches launch new, distinctly Christian groups for primary‑aged children. Resource fresh expressions of worship such as Messy Church and Forest Church. Strengthen connections between churches and primary schools, including meaningful Year 6 transition events. Promote best practice through learning, research and shared training Youth Ministry (11–18s) Helping develop and grow a vibrant youth ministry across the archdeaconry. Supporting churches to run Christian groups, youth worship, retreats, sacred spaces and outdoor worship. Encouraging creative outreach and discipleship opportunities for young people in a variety of contexts. Chaplaincy & Developing Young Leaders Supporting and resourcing chaplaincy across primary and secondary schools. Equipping clergy and church teams to engage confidently in chaplaincy-related‑ ministry. Helping nurture the next generation of young leaders by supporting diocesan initiatives such as the Equip Young Leaders Conference and Deeper Year Out. Creating spaces where young people can explore leadership, faith and discipleship in a supportive environment. Across all strands, you will play a key part in delivering the diocesan vision to see more young active disciples and ensure thriving CYP ministry within reach of every child and young person. About You We would love to hear from you if you are: Passionate about helping children and young people discover faith, grow in confidence and flourish. Creative, enthusiastic and energised by working in a wide range of settings — from toddler groups to youth gatherings to school chaplaincy. Excited about resourcing churches, supporting volunteers and helping spark new initiatives. A strong communicator, skilled at building relationships across parishes, schools and communities. Committed to nurturing fresh, innovative, distinctly Christian ministry. Key Dates Closing date: Thursday, 9 April 2026 at 5:00pm Interview dates: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Friday, 24 April 2026 (Interviews take place at St John’s House, 155–163 The Rock, Bury BL9 0ND.) You may have experience in the following: Youth & Families Worker, Children and Families Worker, Youth Worker, Early Years Worker, Children & Young People Worker, Family & Youth Worker, Schools Worker, Schools and Community Worker, Chaplaincy Worker, School Chaplain, Children’s Ministry Worker, Youth Ministry Worker, Family Ministry Worker, Children’s Support Worker REF-(Apply online only)

Children’s Social Worker – Greater Manchester We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Children’s Social Worker to join a well-established Children’s Services team within a local authority in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and families. The Role As a Children’s Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload and undertake statutory responsibilities to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. You will work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to deliver effective interventions and ensure children receive the support they need. Key Responsibilities Complete high-quality assessments in line with statutory guidance Manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care Develop and review care plans to support children and families Work closely with multi-agency partners including education, health and police Prepare reports for court, reviews and case conferences Ensure the voice of the child remains central to all decision-making Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration Previous experience within a local authority Children’s Services team Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory frameworks Excellent assessment, communication and report writing skills Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team What’s on Offer Competitive pay rates / salary depending on experience Supportive management and regular supervision Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to develop your skills within a progressive children’s service If you are passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. Why work with We do Social Work? New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly Twice weekly payroll Free DBS and compliance service Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK Refer a friend “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us* We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes

Supervising Social Worker - Foster Care Contract Type: Full-Time (37 hours), 12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Salary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience) Office Location: Northwest Benefits: * £3,000 Car Allowance * 30 days Annual Leave (increases to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays * Company Pension * Life Assurance (2x salary) * Employee Discount Scheme * Medical Cash Plan Key Responsibilities: * Supervise and support foster carers to ensure high-quality care for children. * Assess and monitor the needs of foster placements and children in care. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fostering regulations, child care law, and safeguarding legislation. * Collaborate effectively with other professionals and stakeholders. * Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota for the Northwest region. Requirements: * Hold a qualification in Social Work or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England. * Proven experience of working within the fostering sector. * Strong knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare law, and safeguarding practices. * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. * Commitment to high-quality practice, including the willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends. * Proficient IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and relevant databases/systems. * Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by Orange Grove Fostercare). If you meet the above requirements and are passionate about fostering and child welfare, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families

Family Support Worker – Greater Manchester We are currently recruiting for experienced Family Support Workers to join dedicated children and family services teams across Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who are passionate about supporting families and improving outcomes for children and young people. The Role As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with children, young people and their families to provide practical and emotional support. You will help families develop the skills and resilience needed to create safe, stable and nurturing home environments. Key Responsibilities Provide direct support and interventions to children, young people and families Work alongside social workers and multi-agency professionals to deliver support plans Assist families in developing parenting skills and positive routines Support children to access education, health and community services Monitor progress and maintain accurate case records and reports Participate in meetings and reviews relating to family support plans Essential Requirements Previous experience working as a Family Support Worker or in a similar family support role (essential) Experience supporting children, young people and families within community or statutory services Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team What’s on Offer Competitive hourly rate / salary depending on experience Opportunities to work within supportive local authority teams Ongoing professional development Meaningful work supporting families and improving outcomes for children If you have proven experience in family support work and are committed to making a positive difference to the lives of children and families, we would welcome your application Why work with We do Social Work? New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly Twice weekly payroll Free DBS and compliance service Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK Refer a friend “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us* We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes

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