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• Job reference: SRF52854, • Salary: £47389 - £58225 per annum / pro rata, • Department: Student Experience and Education Directorate, • Location: Whiteknights Reading UK, • Hours Per Week: FTE 0.80 (28 hours per week), • Employment Basis/Type: Part-time / Permanent Part Time, Permanent Contract The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 1st March 2026 If the successful candidate already holds a Skilled Worker Visa sponsored by another organisation and it was issued before the 4th April 2024, by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the ___.Are you passionate about helping students achieve career success? The University of Reading is seeking a proactive and innovative Careers Consultant to join our award-winning Careers & Employability team. If you are an experienced careers adviser in higher education, an industry professional in HR or possessing significant line management experience recruiting and developing early careers talent, you could be an ideal fit for this role!As a Careers Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing the employability and career learning of our students. You will use technology-enabled blended learning approaches to improve the career readiness of our students and graduate employment outcomes of the University. This role will provide strategic consultancy to the departments of our Schools of Humanities and Arts and Communication Design and delivers impactful careers teaching, seminars and 1:1 coaching to students. You will also lead a specialist project; our current projects include working with postgraduate students and supporting our alumni., • Consultancy and Analysis : Provide expert labour market analysis and advice to enhance student employability., • Collaboration and Engagement : Work closely with academic departments and the wider Careers & Employability team to embed employability within the curriculum., • Student Support : Manage a student caseload, design and deliver career learning sessions, and provide 1:1 career coaching., • Project Management : Lead key projects within the Careers Consultancy Team, setting objectives and overseeing implementation., • Professional Development : Stay updated with labour market trends and recruitment practices and engage in continuous professional development., • A degree (Humanities/Arts) or equivalent., • A relevant professional qualification in careers, coaching or similar (or working towards)., • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile, analyse and present data in a compelling way., • Experience of collaborating with and influencing a broad range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation., • Experience in project management and the ability to manage conflicting priorities., • Experience delivering seminars or other presentations to large and small groups., • Knowledge of UK graduate recruitment and national labour market developments., • Join a community that is actively making a difference to the future of our planet. Become part of The University of Reading which has been named Sustainable University of the Year 2025 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025., • Make a real difference in the lives of students by enhancing their career prospects and employability., • Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and stay at the forefront of careers consultancy. Student Services currently offer smart working arrangements whereby, (following a 6-week induction period), staff may have the opportunity to work from home up to 40% of their working week. Whilst this is an informal arrangement, it is something the successful post-holder can benefit from, whilst remaining flexible around key event dates and the requirements of the role.If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us at the University of Reading and help shape the future of our students!Please see the job description and personal specification for further details.For more information, please contact:Contact Name: Nicky NormintonContact Job Title: Head of Career ConsultancyContact Email address: Alternative Contact Name: Anne DelauzunAlternative Contact Job Title: Director of Careers & EmployabilityAlternative Contact Email address: University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

A community-based organization is seeking a Support Worker to join their vibrant team in Hounslow. Key responsibilities include supporting individuals, working with mental health professionals, and fostering a safe environment. The role involves assisting adults with mental health needs in achieving

An award-winning social work agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker Adults Practice Manager to lead a dynamic team in Westminster. The role involves delivering statutory adult mental health services, ensuring compliance with key legislation, and promoting best practices.

Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner An exciting and rewarding opportunity for a caring and dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join Wimbledon Day Nursery, supporting childrens learning and development through high-quality childcare, safeguarding, and EYFS-led activities in a nurturing early years environment. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Early Years Educator, Nursery Assistant, Childcare Assistant, Pre-School Practitioner SALARY: £28,000 - £30,000+ per annum (depending on experience) LOCATION: Wimbledon, South London JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week on a shift pattern between 7.30am 6.30pm, Monday to Friday JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join the dedicated and welcoming team at Wimbledon Day Nursery. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of age groups, supporting children to play, learn, and develop in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage. As an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner, you will provide high standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care, ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. The Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner will work closely with colleagues and parents to meet individual learning and care needs, while maintaining strong safeguarding, health, and safety practices throughout the nursery. ABOUT US We are a private day nursery for children from 3 months to 5 years with excellent facilities and a team of dedicated professionals. We offer the opportunity for you to create a fun and positive learning environment for all children in your care. Your development as a practitioner will be our focus and we will help you to be the best you can be. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner include: Child Development Support: Planning and delivering activities tailored to each childs stage of development and interests Key Person Responsibilities: Acting as a key worker for a group of children, maintaining accurate learning and development records Safeguarding Practice: Following safeguarding procedures to ensure childrens welfare, safety, and wellbeing at all times Parental Engagement: Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with parents and carers Team Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues to support a positive, inclusive nursery environment Care Routines: Supporting personal care routines including meal times, toileting, and nappy changing Health and Safety: Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety across the nursery Record Keeping: Accurately recording observations, accidents, and relevant information in line with nursery procedures Flexibility and Support: Assisting with general nursery duties and attending training, meetings, and events as required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one Good standard of written and spoken English Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures Ability to work effectively as part of a team DESIRABLE Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting Experience acting as a key person for children Confidence in building positive relationships with parents and carers NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14343 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Wimbledon Day Nursery AWD-IN-SPJ TPBN1_UKTJ

Trainee Practitioner - Childrens Residential Worker - London Location : Children's Homes London (Balham or Ealing) Contract Type : Permanent Closing Date : 19 February 2026 Salary : £25,584 rising to £27,248 upon successful completion of mandatory training. Specific Hours : 40 hours per week (shift work including weekends and bank holidays) If youre looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career in Childrens Social Care where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. All you need is a genuine passion for making a difference well provide full training and ongoing support to help you thrive, even if you dont have prior care experience . Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities. About the Role As a Trainee Practitioner- Children Residential Worker , youll support children and young people aged 1217 who are building resilience after experiencing adversity. Youll help them develop key life skills, build trust, and create a safe, supportive environment where they can thrive. Youll also have the chance to take part in fun activities and positive experiences with them. All we ask for is a genuine passion for making a difference. No previous care experience is needed we provide full training and support, including professional qualifications through St Christophers Academy Entry Pathway. Training Starting a career in Childrens Social Care comes with a lot to learn, which is why we provide a 4-week fully paid induction and training programme to make sure you feel supported and confident in your new role. St Christophers Academy At St Christophers, we offer more than a care job we offer a real career pathway. Youll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young peoples lives. When you join us, youll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore further your current role, well support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more about St Christophers Academy , please click here Our development programme, St Christophers Academy , is built to help you reach your full potential and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. Working Hours Our children and young people need support around the clock so our homes run 24/7 and we operate on fixed rotas with a variety of shift patterns. As a Trainee Practitioner, youll work day shifts between 8am and 10pm , with 8, 10 or 12-hour shifts available . Youll usually work an average of 40 hours per week , including weekends and bank holidays. For example, if you work four 10-hour shifts, youll then have three days off. Overtime is available and paid at time and a half , including bank holidays. At our Ealing home, youll be required to complete an average of 2 sleep-ins per week, paid at £50 each. Location We have Childrens Homes based in Balham and Ealing. During your interview process, youll have the opportunity to let us know your preferred location , and well do our best to match you with a home that suits your preference and availability. What you need to bring to this role: Ability to build genuine, trusting relationships with children and young people. Resilience to manage challenging behaviour and complex situations. Strong teamworking skills and willingness to support colleagues. Empathy, while always maintaining professional boundaries. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins What you should expect from us: Competitive salary: £25,584 (rising to £27,248 after completing mandatory training and probation). 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance. Tailored career development plan through our St Christophers Academy . A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, childrens right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK. Discretionary funded training programs. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services. Recruitment Process At St Christophers we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. Application: Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Job Description and Person Specification Online Situational Test: After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an online situational test. The results of this test will help inform the shortlisting process. Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage: Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. Please apply as soon as possible , as we review applications on a rolling basis . For more information or assistance during the application process, please visit the St Christopher's website. Please note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act occupational requirement. It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. Apply Now TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Registered Manager Salary: £40,000 per annum Location: Hounslow About the role: The main purpose of this role is ensure that Healthvision meets all it's compliance obligations as specified by regulatory organisations, Contract Monitoring Officers at local councils and legal frameworks. It is expected that the Registered Manager will ensure quality assurance systems are in place and followed by all team members. The Registered manager must share the organisation's ethos and values. Key Accountabilities: To ensure Health Vision policies and procedures are adhered to at all times To ensure that the quality assurance programme is followed and any action plans required are implemented in a timely fashion. To ensure that care planning is person centred and holistic To support, monitor and supervise operational staff to ensure best practice, this includes, but is not limited to, roster oversight, regular reviews of care assessments, communication and general performance To manage all service issues, such as complaints and feedback, promptly and effectively. Communicating with customers and conducting investigations. Developing action plans and referring staff for disciplinary hearings where appropriate. Responding to customer queries promptly and professionally. To maintain professional standards of care and behaviour at all times, and to promote Healthvision in a positive manner particularly external professionals To maintain a level of professional conduct and attitude as an example to be aspired to by the rest of the operational team To advise the Managing Director of any serious incidents or situations that cause concern or threaten client or carer safety Have an awareness of the responsibilities related to maintaining client and organisation confidentiality. Communicate effectively and professionally with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure best possible care outcomes Follow published local authority procedures when reporting concerns or issues and report in a professional manner when liaising with these bodies. About you: People management skills Organisational skills Good written and oral communication skills Commitment to being sensitive to needs of other cultures Proficient use of IT systems Proven experience in complex care environments Must be prepared to attend regular training to update knowledge and skills Care Coordinator experience preferred Benefits: Generous salary Generous holiday scheme Opportunity for development Please click APPLY to submit your cv for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Registered Care Manager, Home Care Manager, Support Worker, Carer, Care Support, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Residential Care Manager, Residential Service Manager, Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, Day Care, Care Worker, Home Manager, Residential Manager, Care Helper, Care Management, Care Assist, Support Assistant, Care Team Leader, Care Manager, Support Manager, Care Coordinator, Private Care Assistant, Private Care, Care Home Assistant, Care Home Worker, Support Care Worker, Social Care may also be considered. TPBN1_UKTJ

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Job Title: Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Practitioner Location: Wandsworth, UK Salary: £39,266 £45,763 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time We are seeking an enthusiastic Social Worker / Approved Mental Health Practitioner to join the Childrens Specialist Services Team in the vibrant borough of Wandsworth. This full-time opportunity offers a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of children in need and their families. You will work in a borough known for its friendly community, excellent public amenities, and green spacesoffering a fantastic quality of life without the usual city pressures. Perks and benefits: Competitive Salary: Earn between £39,266 and £45,763 per annum, reflecting your experience and expertise. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements designed to support you and the families you work with. Professional Development: Access to ongoing training, learning opportunities, and career progression pathways. Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values shared learning and celebrates success. Inclusive Workplace: A strong commitment to diversity and equality, encouraging you to bring your authentic self to work. What you will do: Act as the lead professional on specialist statutory cases, including Child Protection, Care Proceedings, and Looked After Children. Undertake comprehensive social work responsibilities for children in need and their families, following the APIR framework. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to ensure effective safeguarding and child-centred planning. Build strong partnerships with allied health professionals and social care practitioners across childrens and adults services. Work collaboratively with schools, childrens centres, and community settings. Embed evidence-based practice into day-to-day service delivery. Engage positively in supervision, annual appraisal, audits, and peer review processes. Support team development by contributing to improvement plans and sharing good practice. Develop expertise in managing key risks affecting child welfare. Engage preventative and targeted family support services, including voluntary sector partners. Maintain accurate electronic case records in line with the Integrated Childrens System. Promote the participation of children, young people, and families in decision-making. Uphold equality and diversity principles in all aspects of practice. Contribute ideas to improve service efficiency, effectiveness, and policy development. Experience: Experience delivering statutory social work services within childrens services. Proven ability to work collaboratively across voluntary and statutory agencies. Effective use of supervision and appraisal to enhance professional practice. Qualifications: Diploma in Social Work, CQSW, CSS, or an equivalent qualification recognised for UK registration. Registration with Social Work England is essential. Wandsworth is an exceptional place to live and work, offering beautiful green spaces, a rich cultural scene, and excellent transport links. Its a borough where professional ambition and personal wellbeing go hand in hand. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency. With an Excellent Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and numerous industry awards, we are committed to matching skilled professionals with outstanding opportunities apply today and take the next exciting step in your social work career. TPBN1_UKTJ

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A leading recruitment agency is looking for a customer-focused Property Manager to oversee Key Worker accommodation in Slough.

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Salary: £25,630-£30,490 per annum, depending on experience.Cranstounis a charity which believes in creating a better, healthier and safer world.With passionate staff, courageous people and the knowledge and expertise to match, Cranstoun empowers people to change and rebuild their lives.We provide

A charitable organization providing support services is seeking a Key Worker – Criminal Justice Specialism in Worcestershire.

A charity organization in Worcestershire is recruiting for a role that involves delivering targeted support to improve continuity of care between prisons and criminal justice partners.The successful candidate will provide in-reach provisions, support discharge plans, and ensure a smooth transition f

Targeted Family Help Hinckley and Bosworth are looking for Key Workers! Do you have experience of providing direct support in the home to children and families with complex needs? Do you have experience of identifying and delivering appropriate evidence-based interventions to families and experience