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Job Title: Social Work Deputy Manager Specialism: Social Care Management Job Location: South Croydon Salary: £40,000 per annum Type: Full-time | Permanent We are looking for a forward-thinking and energetic Social Work Deputy Manager to join an exceptional social care team in South Croydon. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact within high-quality social care services. While the organisation name cannot be disclosed, the service offers a supportive, innovative, and collaborative working environment where leadership and professional growth are strongly encouraged. This role is ideal for an experienced social worker ready to take the next step into senior management, supporting service delivery, staff development, and positive outcomes for service users. Perks and benefits: Full-time permanent role offering stability and a consistent working schedule Supportive and collaborative workplace culture Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities Company pension scheme Employee wellbeing support initiatives What you will do: Support the day-to-day operational management of social work teams Deputise for the Service Manager when required, contributing to leadership and decision-making Provide supervision, coaching, and professional guidance to social workers and support staff Assist with service planning, development, and performance improvement Ensure statutory duties, safeguarding responsibilities, and practice standards are consistently met Support risk management and promote best practice across services Job overview: As Social Work Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Service Manager to lead and develop social work services. You will share responsibility for operational management, staff development, and quality assurance, ensuring high standards of practice and positive outcomes for service users and communities. Person specification: Qualifications: Professional qualification in Social Work Management or leadership qualification (desirable) Registration and training: Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Training in supervision, leadership, safeguarding, and risk management Commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Experience: Significant post-qualification experience in social work Experience in a supervisory, senior practitioner, or management support role Strong knowledge of statutory frameworks, safeguarding, and risk assessment Experience of multi-agency working and service improvement Understanding of performance management and quality assurance processes South Croydon offers an excellent balance of city connectivity and suburban calm. With strong transport links, green spaces, and a vibrant local community, it is an ideal location for both professional growth and quality of life. Apply now to take the next step in your leadership career and make a lasting impact within social care services.

Experienced KS2 Teacher – Year 6Full-Time | Permanent | Outer London M2–M6 (with TLR opportunity)Large, High-Performing Primary School | Croydon Are you an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher ready to take on a rewarding Year 6 class this September? A large, well-established primary school in the London Borough of Croydon is seeking a confident and skilled KS2 practitioner to lead a lovely Year 6 class on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving school with strong leadership, excellent CPD, and clear progression opportunities — including the potential for a TLR for a teacher passionate about leading Maths or English. About the School This is a large, three-form entry primary school with a strong reputation for academic success and inclusive practice. The school has been recognised by Ofsted for its effective leadership, positive behaviour culture, and strong pupil outcomes. With multiple classes per year group, collaboration is at the heart of everything they do. As the successful candidate, you will work closely alongside an experienced and supportive Year 6 teacher, sharing planning, moderation, and best practice — ensuring you feel fully supported, particularly during SATs preparation. Why Teachers Benefit from Joining This School • Outer London salary M2–M6 (competitive pay scale), • TLR opportunity for leading Maths or English, • Generous and protected PPA time, • Shared planning within a three-form entry year group, • Strong, visible Senior Leadership Team, • High-quality CPD and leadership development pathways, • A well-structured curriculum and assessment system, • Excellent behaviour systems and pastoral support The Role – Year 6 The Year 6 cohort is bright, enthusiastic, and capable. The school is seeking a teacher who: • Has strong KS2 experience, ideally in Upper KS2, • Is confident preparing pupils for SATs, • Maintains high expectations for attainment and behaviour, • Can build strong relationships with pupils and parents Ready for Your Next Step? If you are an experienced KS2 teacher looking to join a supportive, ambitious, and well-led primary school with real progression opportunities, this could be the perfect role for you. Apply today by contacting Natasja at KPI Education to be considered for this exciting Year 6 opportunity. Take the next step in your career in a school where leadership, development, and collaboration truly matter. INDTEA

Practitioner Psychologist Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title:Practitioner Psychologist Location:Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary:£60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band:8A Shift Pattern:22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities Include: • Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment, • Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support, • Provide clinical supervision to the team, • Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs, • Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team, • HCPC Registration is essential, • Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology, • Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in, • Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision, • Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement, • Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise, • Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents, • 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service, • Employer Pension Contribution, • Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card, • Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more, • Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work, • Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans, • Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Annual Staff Awards We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. xrnqpay We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Are you a Maths Teacher ready to take the next step, or an experienced practitioner looking for a fresh challenge with genuine leadership responsibility? This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving secondary school in Croydon as Second in Charge of Mathematics, where you will play a key role in driving standards and supporting the success of the department. Youll teach across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to contribute at KS5, while working closely with the Head of Department to shape curriculum delivery, support colleagues and raise attainment. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to step into leadership or an experienced 2iC seeking a new environment with scope to make a real impact. What makes this school a great place to work: • A welcoming and collaborative community built on mutual respect, kindness and shared ambition, • A strong focus on professional growth, with tailored CPD and clear progression routes, • A calm and purposeful atmosphere where students behave well and are ready to learn, • A commitment to inclusion and wellbeing, ensuring every student feels supported, • A united staff team who work together with a clear sense of purpose and direction, • High expectations across the school, underpinned by strong pastoral support systemsYour key responsibilities:, • Work alongside the Head of Department to support and strengthen Maths provision, • Take an active role in curriculum development and sequencing across key stages, • Lead by example in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons, • Support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and sharing best practice, • Contribute to strategies that improve student outcomes and exam performance JBRP1_UKTJ

A local government authority in Croydon seeks a Senior Practitioner for the Family Assessment Service.

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Theatre Practitioner – Scrub for their Shirley Oaks Hospital in Croydon.

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks an Early Years Educator to foster children's development in a supportive environment.The role involves planning educational activities, preparing a stimulating environment, and overseeing children's care needs.Ideal candidates should have a Level 3 qualificati

A renowned support organization in Croydon seeks a Practitioner Psychologist.

Candidates should have significant trauma and orthopaedic experience and must hold relevant qualifications including a registration with Health and Care Professions Council. A healthcare organization in Carshalton is seeking an experienced Virtual Fracture Clinic Lead APP to lead its services. This

Previous experience working within an Early Years setting – ideally as a Room Leader, Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator or similar. Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more. As a Room Leader, you will lead, men

Team Manager – Early Help Team | Croydon Council Permanent position Salary between £60,000 – £62,000 per annum £3,000 retention bonus Leadership role within Early Help Service Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Strong focus on service development and early intervention Croydon Council is seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Manager to lead its Early Help Team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an established leader to shape early intervention services, support families at the earliest stage, and drive positive outcomes across the borough. About Croydon Council Croydon Council continues to invest in its Children’s Services, with a clear vision centred on early intervention, prevention, and strong family support. The Early Help Service plays a crucial role in reducing escalation into statutory services, with a collaborative, multi-agency approach at its core. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of Early Help practitioners Oversee the delivery of high-quality early intervention services to children and families Drive performance, quality assurance, and continuous service improvement Provide reflective supervision, support, and professional development to staff Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support Ensure effective safeguarding practice and adherence to statutory responsibilities Candidate Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Significant experience within Early Help, Safeguarding, or Children’s Services Previous management or senior practitioner experience Strong leadership, decision-making, and performance management skills Sound knowledge of safeguarding frameworks and early intervention strategies Why Work With Us Competitive salary between £60,000 – £62,000 per annum £3,000 retention bonus Permanent leadership role with clear progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Supportive senior leadership and strong team culture Opportunity to shape and develop Early Help services Commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development Interested? Get in Touch Josh Dhumisani (phone number removed)

Science Lead Practitioner Enfield September 2026A high-performing secondary school in Enfield is seeking an exceptional Science Lead Practitioner to join their outstanding Science faculty from September 2026. This is a permanent Science Lead Practitioner role within a school rated Outstanding by O

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is looking for a highly motivated Emergency Nurse Practitioner to join their busy Emergency Department.

Lead Practitioner of Science Bushey, Hertfordshire September 2026 Start An ambitious and rapidly improving secondary school in Bushey, Hertfordshire is seeking an exceptional Lead Practitioner of Science to drive teaching excellence and curriculum development.

Roles include building relationships with families, leading practice improvements, and participating in professional growth opportunities.

English Lead Practitioner Enfield September 2026A high-performing secondary school with sixth form in Enfield is seeking an exceptional English Lead Practitioner to join their outstanding English faculty from September 2026. This is a permanent English Lead Practitioner role within a school rated

A prominent mental health service provider is seeking a dedicated CAMHS professional to deliver essential mental health services to young people in schools across Luton and Central Bedfordshire.This role involves providing consultations, assessments, and interventions while supervising colleagues.Th

The Lead Nurse is responsible for the line management of the Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist across sites (Cavendish Square, Chelsea, Kingston, Sutton). Lead Nurse & Advanced Nurse Practitioner Urology. Lead the patient experience agenda within the division, working c

Are you a passionate and skilled educator eager to lead and inspire teaching excellence? Alfred Sutton Primary School is seeking a dynamic Lead Practitioner to join our leadership team and champion the professional development of our teaching and support staff. As Lead Practitioner for Leading Teach

We are proud to offer a rare and exciting opportunity for an exceptional Lead Practitioner in Science to join our ambitious Senior Leadership team. As Lead Practitioner - Science, you will:. Please note this is not a Head of Department role, the Science team are well lead by Head of Science and two

A leading cancer care institution located in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse/ODP to join their scrub team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing evidence-based care to patients, ensuring compliance with clinical standards, and taking on leadership roles wi

If you are an experienced, high-calibre Science Lead Practitioner or senior Science Teacher ready to take on whole-school influence, this Science Lead Practitioner opportunity in Enfield represents a compelling next step. A high-performing secondary school in Enfield is seeking an exceptional Scienc

We are looking for innovative practitioners who can embrace the new model and put it into practice. We welcome applications from practitioners who are highly motivated, resilient, enthusiastic, creative, flexible, and resourceful.

A leading educational organization is seeking a Lead Practitioner of Maths at Kinver High School to deliver high-quality teaching and enhance student learning experiences. The successful candidate will collaborate with school leadership to drive educational standards and support fellow educators.

We are excited to be recruiting to our first permanent child protection lead practitioner roles based in the North of the County. As a Child Protection Lead Practitioner, you’ll be at the heart of transforming the way we support and protect children across Children’s Social Care. Support learnin

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London seeks a committed Senior Scrub Practitioner to deliver safe post-operative care in a private hospital.

A leading NHS organization in Greater London seeks a Cardiology Virtual Ward Manager to oversee the management of patients on virtual wards. The role requires independent assessments and advanced clinical expertise, while promoting patient-centered care and providing leadership and mentorship for he

A community-focused organization in Leatherhead is seeking a Smoke Free Generation Lead Practitioner to create and implement a smoking prevention and cessation service for young people aged 11-24.

The Lead Nurse/ACP HIV has a clear management and leadership role over the Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Day Ward Teams. Are you a qualified advanced clinical practitioner passionate about HIV? We are seeking a motivated band 8a advanced clinical practitioner in HIV to join our forward-thinking HI

A leading nursery service in Cambridge is looking for a passionate Early Years Practitioner to create a nurturing environment that promotes children's development.

A community care provider in the Greater London area is seeking a Senior Practitioner to oversee day-to-day operations and ensure high-quality, person-centred support. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years' experience in adult social care, relevant NVQ qualifications, and strong communication an

The Role: Are you a qualified THRIVE Practitioner looking to lead emotional development in a specialist setting? We are hiring a specialist to conduct THRIVE assessments and deliver targeted emotional literacy programmes. Licensed THRIVE Practitioner (Education Support). Licensed THRIVE Practitioner

A private nursery is seeking a passionate Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children.

Deputy Room Lead & Senior Early Years Practitioner. The pace of work requires a proactive, flexible practitioner who works with initiative and commitment at all times. The post holder will support the Room Lead and Management Team to ensure the nursery operates in line with all relevant legislation,

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner / Associate Team Leader.

A leading childcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Nursery Practitioner (Level 2/3+) to deliver high-quality care and education. The role involves supporting children's development, building relationships with families, and leading practices in early education.

A leading health service provider in Dorking is seeking a skilled Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join their Clinical Assessment Service. This role offers opportunities for leadership and requires flexibility regarding working hours.

A leading mental health care provider in Greater London is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner for a fixed-term role focused on community mental health care. The role involves clinical leadership, case management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

A dynamic healthcare partnership in Greater London seeks an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centered care across two sites. The role requires strong clinical decision-making, leadership, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

A leading healthcare provider in Oxford is seeking a dedicated Senior Staff Nurse in Anaesthetics.

A local nursery provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Room Leader to join their team. Responsibilities include leading a room, supporting children's development through play, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

A brand new nursery in Palmers Green is seeking an experienced Level 3 Nursery Practitioner.

A leading accountancy practice in Greater London is seeking a qualified Insolvency Practitioner, either experienced or eager to start taking appointments. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and business development skills and have a vision for career advancement.

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Band 6 Nurse/ODP for the Operating Department. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, developing new skills, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate must be a registered practitioner (RGN or ODP) with demonstrated exp

A leading independent healthcare provider in London seeks a Senior Theatre Practitioner. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with significant experience in the perioperative setting, preferably in orthopaedics.

An award-winning hospital in Bath seeks an experienced Operating Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join their Perioperative team.

Ideal candidates will have a valid Insolvency Practitioner licence and experience in the insolvency process. A well-established Accountancy Practice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Licenced Insolvency Practitioner to manage a diverse portfolio of insolvency cases.

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant to deliver outstanding care and education to children.