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Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic OfficesWorking Hours: 37 About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Join Us for Your Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) Do you have a passion for making a real difference to the lives of children and families? Start your social work career with Portsmouth City Council and undertake your ASYE in a supportive, innovative, and high‑performing Children’s Social Care service. Our practice is rooted in relational, restorative, and family safeguarding models , underpinned by a trauma-informed approach . If you value meaningful relationships with children and families, and aspire to work in a culture of learning and reflection, Portsmouth is the place to build your career. Why Choose Portsmouth? Our practice is rooted in relational, restorative, and family safeguarding models, underpinned by a trauma-informed approach. If you value meaningful relationships with children and families, and aspire to work in a culture of learning and reflection, Portsmouth is the place to build your career. Ofsted “G ood with an outstanding grade in the experiences and progress of children who need help and protection” – Ofsted, May 2023. ‘Portsmouth is a centre for learning and practitioners benefit from a comprehensive workforce development offer, including the Stronger Futures Academy.’ What We Offer You will join one of our Family Safeguarding & Support Teams or Building your Futures (children we care for team). You will benefit from: A Structured and Supportive ASYE Pathway • A comprehensive two‑week induction to the organisation and your team, • A dedicated workplace assessor (a team leader) who knows your day‑to‑day practice, • A gradual, protected caseload with a monitored 10% reduction, • Formal progress reviews at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, • Sessions focused on the child’s journey and voice, • Practice‑based learning and model‑specific training, • Internal and external specialist trainers, • Additional tailored training opportunities, • Direct access to the ASYE Coordinator and Stronger Futures Academy Team, • Regular personal, family/child, group, and peer supervision, • Action Learning Sets / Reflective group supervision, • Support in developing your professional identity and inter‑agency networks, • Access to Research in Practice resources, • Development of high‑quality assessment and report‑writing skills, • Access to Portsmouth City Council’s employee benefits The ideal candidate We are seeking Newly Qualified Social Workers who: • Have graduated (or are due to graduate) with a BA, MA, BSc, Apprenticeship degree in Social Work, or equivalent recognised by Social Work England, • Are committed to developing knowledge of theory, legislation, and best practice, • Understand the complexities facing children and families, • Can work collaboratively with families and professional networks, • Have a sound understanding of safeguarding, • Communicate clearly and confidently with children, families, and professionals, • Take pride in high‑quality recording and report writing, • Offer high support and high challenge with a commitment to anti‑discriminatory practice, • Think creatively and respond calmly in crisis situations, • Are reflective, compassionate, and committed to personal wellbeing Please ensure that you download and read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application. Early applications are welcomed !! You are welcome to apply whilst your social work qualifications are in progress, please state on your application when you may expect to receive them. The ASYE Stronger Futures Programme commences September 2026 and your ASYE can commence from your date of SWE registration or employment start date Interview Details - Interviews will take place during February, March & April 202 We begin interviews prior to the advertised closing date and reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications . Sponsorship We may consider offering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to students from overseas who are already residing in the UK. To be eligible, applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Sponsorship will be assessed as part of the recruitment process. This is only available to candidates currently living in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to provide resettlement support. Informal Enquiries - We would welcome an informal discussion prior to applying, please contact: with your query and contact details and you will receive a timely response. Our Recruitment process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person ' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. I f you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. More information can be found at ___ Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS ___ before submitting any information. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___ Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Glen House, Southampton (Adopt South)Working Hours: 30 We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to be part of our Adoption Assessment and Support team, who offer a holistic approach to helping families and children when they have challenges and need our support. You could help us transform the lives of adopted children and young people. This is a part time role working 30 hours per week. About Adopt South Adopt South is a regional adoption agency, launched in April 2019. The agency is formed through the partnership between Hampshire County Council, Isle of Wight Council, Portsmouth City Council and Southampton City Council, with support from voluntary adoption agencies, Adoption UK, Barnardo’s and PACT. The Role Based at Glen House in Swanwick, you will work directly with families to positively transform the lives of adopted children. Your passion, enthusiasm and collaborative style will play a crucial role in ensuring successful outcomes for our parent(s) and children. Having extensive experience and strong assessment skills, you will meet with families to complete Suitable To Adopt Report Assessments, deliver robust support plans, as well as development work and training of prospective adopters Your experience and skills will also contribute to our training and workshop objectives, peer to peer support groups and family fun events. This varied role is a fantastic opportunity for a social worker professional with three years' experience, who has empathy and creative thinking. We will support your learning and development, so you will be confident in introducing innovative therapeutic approaches and ideas that support families and our adoptive community. The ideal candidate You will need to have/be • A degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, • Registration with Social Work England, • Experience of working with children and families in social work setting, • Concise verbal and written communication skills, • Mediation and negotiation skills, • Ability to assess risks, needs, and to analyse information and recognise problems, • Understand equalities issues in social work practice and principals of safety, dignity and empowerment, • Understand philosophies, professional social work issues and legal frameworks, • Understand data protection/confidentiality and need for accurate and timely recording, • Highly organised and able to manage time and conflicting demands effectively, • Willing to learn and develop in the role, with ongoing training and personal development Informal Enquiries If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact - Rebecca Bowles or Vicky Moore Team Manager, please email or with your contact number and availability for informal discussion. About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Our Recruitment process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. More information can be found at ___ Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS ___ before submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

Senior Mental Health Peer Support Worker - Portsmouth, PO53QQ, United KingdomJob Category: Social Care AdultsRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Southsea Community Cinema and Art CentreWorking Hours: 37Your new roleWorking closely with the Mental Health Peer Hub Facilitator, this role will play a

A nonprofit organization is looking for a Peer Specialist in Greater London to provide Assertive Community Treatment services and community support. Responsibilities include teaching daily living skills, facilitating peer support groups, and assisting consumers in accessing benefits. The ideal candi

Job Family Support (Peer Support / Lived Experience). Derbyshire Recovery & Peer Support Services offer friendly, recovery‑focused support to people living in the community. Provide compassionate companionship, encouragement, and peer support to people experiencing mental health difficulties.

The Peer Support Worker will use their lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder, or of supporting someone with an eating disorder, to provide meaningful, boundaried peer support to individuals receiving care within the Adult Eating Disorders Service. Providing peer support to individuals

Carer Peer Support Worker (Mental Health Older Adult Wards. To support the team in implementing care planned interventions, including those supporting families and carers. It is why we’re embedding lived experience roles across our mental health and learning disability services, and we’re lookin

Carer Peer Support Worker (Mental Health Older Adult Wards). It is why we’re embedding lived experience roles across our mental health and learning disability services, and we’re looking for a Carer Peer Support Worker (PSW) to join us at this exciting time. To support the team in implementing c

Focus Birmingham is looking for a compassionate and motivated Peer Support Development Coordinator to support the development and growth of peer‑led support opportunities for people living with sight loss, and their families, across Birmingham. Peer Support Development Coordinator. In this rewardi

A mental health support organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lifestyle Peer Support Worker to leverage lived experience in aiding individuals with mental illness. The position allows for remote working and travel within Cornwall, contributing to a supportive team committed to community re

A health service provider in Greater London is looking for a Band 4 Peer Support Worker. Qualifications include a degree or equivalent experience and significant peer support work experience. This role involves supporting rough sleepers with mental health needs by sharing personal experiences to fos

To support the team in implementing care planned interventions, including those supporting families and carers. It is why we’re embedding lived experience roles across our mental health and learning disability services, and we’re looking for a carer Peer Support Worker (PSW) to join us at this e

To support service users to negotiate an ‘Advanced Directive’ with all people involved in their care and others who provide support. The role of peer support worker (PSW) has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of mental health challenges. To positively promote and s

Significant experience of working as a Peer Support Worker in a relevant setting. You will support people to navigate health and rough sleeping systems and to overcome barriers that prevent them from accessing healthcare and other support. Through sharing aspects of own lived experience of mental he

A leading mental health charity in the UK seeks a Living Well Peer Support Worker to provide compassionate support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. With a focus on community engagement, you'll facilitate peer-led groups and provide essential assistance to those in need.

A community support organization in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Development Coordinator. The role focuses on developing peer-led support opportunities for individuals living with sight loss, fostering inclusive networks, and enhancing confidence and wellbeing through community

A healthcare provider is looking for a Carer Peer Support Worker to utilize lived experiences in assisting individuals with mental health challenges. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and be supported during your training.

This permanent full-time position involves providing peer support from lived experience to assist individuals in recovery from substance use. A health and wellbeing organization in Surrey seeks a Peer Support Practitioner.

Access to a national peer support network. Participate in our national peer support network, training, and reflective practice. You’ll be joining a passionate and diverse team supporting people living with long‑term mental illness.

To support individuals in identifying personal recovery goals to improve the service users' quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead. The Peer Support Worker will have lived experience of rough sleeping and of using mental health servic

A leading healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Band 4 Peer Support Worker to support the Rough Sleepers Mental Health Project.

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is looking for a passionate peer support worker who has lived experience of mental health challenges. In this role, you will provide essential support to service users, assisting them in their journey towards recovery.

This position offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and peer collaboration. A major mental health service provider in Greater London seeks a Peer Support Worker to join their Adult Eating Disorders Service. This role uses personal recovery experience to provide meaningf

We’re looking for Peer Support Practitioner for our Surrey Service who will:. Provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to people who use our services. Support in the development of the Lived experience recovery organisation within i-access and support the partnership with SABP.

The Peer Support Worker will use their lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder, or of supporting someone with an eating disorder, to provide meaningful, boundaried peer support to individuals receiving care within the Adult Eating Disorders Service. The Peer Support Worker will deliver

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We're currently looking for individuals across the country to take part in remote paid research, including remote focus groups, product trials, and consumer studies.Earn up to £700 a week in your free time by providing feedback on everyday products and services.If you're comfortable sharing your op

Bridgwater (Central Base) with Nationwide Travel.We are an agency recruiting on behalf of a leading cleaning company seeking reliable and hardworking Industrial Cleaning Operatives to join their specialist team.Based out of Bridgwater, this role involves working across retail sites nationwide, focus

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Belmont Industrial Estate, Durham,DH1 1TF.Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.Only apply if you can commit to the start time.The role of Warehouse Operative is critical to the safe and efficient movement of parcels within our depots.This position plays a crucial part in ensuring our client mainta

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a warehouse-based role, supporting the day-to-day operations of the business while also representing the company when required.

Baltic Recruitment are currently looking for warehouse operatives and production operatives for respected companies in and around the Washington area.This role is a great opportunity as it is a long-term Temp to Perm position.All training will be provided, however a background in the manufacturing s

Are you someone who understands the challenges of mental health recovery and knows how to support others through it? Do you have experience with medication, leading shifts, and guiding a team with confidence?. Making Space is a supportive and values-led organisation, and we are looking for a Senior

This is a varied role in which you will support people to attend our learning centre in Kennington, Oxfordshire as well as provide one-to-one support out in the community. Tuesday we support a group of people who are passionate about dance. Other day-to-day activities you may be involved in include

As a Home Support Worker you will provide high standards of care and support for service users, in line with care and support plans, compliance with CQC regulations and the organisation's policies and procedures. Home Support Worker – x2 positions. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Home Suppor

Are you passionate about delivering high quality, respectful, and person centred care and support to individuals in Billingham, County Durham? Creative Support are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker and lead a passionate and frien

As the Qualified Residential Support Worker in the home, you will be responsible for supporting the Support Workers. Children's Services Qualified Residential Support Worker. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Residential Support Worker to join the Children's Home in Stoke-on-Trent, wh

Once any support package is in place, our bespoke support worker (s) will be responsible for:. Every young person in our care is supported by a team of experienced, empathetic staff within warm, welcoming homes. Role of the Bespoke Support Workers.

Support Worker Join Nurseplus as a Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a temporary Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings,

Family Support Practitioner (Social Work Qualified – Non-Statutory Role) Nottingham City Council Work Bases: Bulwell Family Hub Mary Potter Centre (Hyson Green)We are recruiting for multiple Social Work–qualified professionals to join the family support teams based across Nottingham C

The people they support tell them that they want “good support from kind and friendly people” – so that is what they are looking for!. As an Outreach Support Worker, you’ll provide tailored care and support to individuals in both their homes and the community. Their mission i

Pertemps Aylesbury is currently recruiting for a Warehouse Operative - Mon-Fri Location: Outside of Aylesbury (you must be able to drive) Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-2pm Salary: £23,811 Duties: - Accurate picking and packing of client orders - Accurate receipt,

As the Team Leader in Walsall Wood home, you will be responsible for deputising in the Deputy Managers' absence and supporting the Support Workers. Providing guidance, support, and mentorship to staff. Supporting with staff rotas and shift planning.

Start Date: Immediate Start - Subject to successful application.We are looking for experienced, confident and reliable Healthcare Assistants.You will need good communication skills and the ability to work in a variety of healthcare settings providing advanced notice and short notice cover.You will w

Key Responsibilities Supporting children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs Promoting a safe, structured, and nurturing environment Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour in line with care plans Supporting daily routines, activities, and personal developm

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