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ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your motivational and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Adults Social Care - Social Worker Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an immediate start in a rewarding Adults Social Care role? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and qualified Adults Social Care - Social Worker to support hospital discharge processes and promote a home-first approach. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives while working within a dynamic team. About the Role: Adults Social Care - Social Worker (Qualified) As an Adults Social Care - Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in facilitating hospital discharges efficiently. Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring timely reviews within two weeks in line with our new winter initiative, which emphasizes a home-first approach for service users. The aim is to support individuals in returning home safely and promptly, or conducting regular reviews for those unable to do so at the point of discharge. Candidate Responsibilities • Facilitate timely hospital discharges for adults requiring social care support, • Conduct reviews within a 2-week timeframe, aligned with winter initiative protocols, • Support service users in achieving a safe and sustainable home-first approach, • Maintain accurate and detailed case records, • Collaborate with hospital teams, care providers, and family members, • Ensure full compliance and adherence to all relevant policies and procedures, • Work five days per week (preferred), with an expectation of three days in the office weekly – living locally is crucial for this role, • Participate in ongoing team meetings and training sessions, • Support residents in planning and arranging suitable care packages upon dischargeBenefits of the Role, • Competitive pay rate (to be discussed upon application), • Immediate start for fully compliant candidates, • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, • Flexibility in working arrangements depending on the candidate’s situation, • Contribute to a vital winter initiative supporting vulnerable adults, • Develop your skills within the Adults Social Care sectorSalary / Pay Rate 154.99 per day exclusive of holiday pay or 196.95 inclusive of holiday pay How to Apply Interested applicants should contact Delanie on or call 01772 208964. Please include an updated CV so apply today to secure this rewarding opportunity! Join us as an Adults Social Care - Social Worker and make a positive impact during this crucial season.

Observation Assessor – Health & Social Care Apprenticeships Location: Field-based (Travel required) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + travel expenses + great benefits Are you passionate about raising standards in Health and Social Care? Do you love seeing others grow, achieve, and make a real difference? We’re looking for a motivated and inspiring Observation Assessor to join our dedicated Health & Social Care Apprenticeship team. This is a rewarding and dynamic role where you’ll travel to workplaces across your region, carrying out holistic observations of learners and helping them achieve one of the most important qualifications in their careers. What you’ll be doing • Visiting workplaces to observe learners in real-life care settings, ensuring they meet apprenticeship standards., • Providing clear, constructive feedback to support learner progression and achievement., • Planning and conducting progressive in-person visits (average of 3 learners per day)., • Managing your time effectively to maximise travel efficiency and learning outcomes., • Ensuring all assessments meet Ofsted, awarding body, and internal quality standards., • Supporting with other key activities such as mock assessments, professional discussions, and learner reviews., • A genuine passion for education, quality, and empowering others to succeed., • Excellent planning, time management and communication skills., • Confidence working independently, with the flexibility to travel long distances and stay overnight when needed., • An Assessor qualification (D32/D33, A1, TAQA, or CAVA)., • A Health & Social Care qualification at Level 3, 4 or 5. You’ll be part of a passionate, professional, and supportive team who genuinely care about learners and the difference high-quality training makes in Health and Social Care. You’ll enjoy variety, independence, and the chance to see your impact first-hand as learners achieve their qualifications and progress in their careers. If you’re motivated by helping others succeed and want a role where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and inspire the next generation of Health and Social Care professionals. Salary: Level 3 - £27,000 + bonus opportunity Salary: Level 5 - £30,000 + bonus opportunity Benefits of working with t2 group ·Mileage and overnight stay costs will be covered ·Laptop and mobile phone provided ·25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with length of service) ·Christmas & New Year shutdown period ·Pension scheme ·Specsavers scheme# ·NUS Discount Card eligibility ·£500 employee referral bonus scheme ·Enhanced sick pay & maternity reward vouchers ·Employee well-being and assistance programme Additional Requirements ·Must have own transport, broadband connection, and business-use car insurance (all business mileage and expenses are covered by the company) ·Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check & references t2 group is committed to providing a safe environment for all learner’s and employees. To find out more about our commitment to safeguarding please visit the t2 website We’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with t2 group.

Are you a qualified Chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? Working as a Second Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Here at Barchester, we work with an open, honest, supportive approach, where quality of care is at the heart of everything we do. As sector leading healthcare experts, we are proud to have the highest quality ratings across our 224 homes and hospitals across the UK. Barchester have proudly been awarded a two-star outstanding rating by Best Companies, ranked 11th in the top 20 Best Health & Social Care Companies to work for and 14th in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For in the UK. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Confidence engaging with residents to create appetising and nutritious menus Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Manage the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence Assist Head Chef in menu development Work with fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control REWARDS PACKAGE Rewarding Excellence bonus, meaning you will be financially rewarded by up to £500* for a Good or Outstanding CQC inspection Unlimited access to our generous refer a friend scheme, earning up to £500* per referral Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need it to make a decision with confidence Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services Tax code review service, where we will check that you are on the right code and paying the right level of tax Option to join our monthly staff lottery alongside thousands of colleagues across the UK *Terms & conditions apply If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be.

If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager . Adult’s Social Workers, Integrated Assessment and

Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an immediate start in a rewarding Adults Social Care role? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and qualified Adults Social Care - Social Worker to support hospital discharge processes and promote a home-first approach. As an Adults Social Care -

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service.

Adult Social Worker, First Contact Team, Stockton on Tees. To provide a comprehensive Social Work service to Adults and their carers across the Stockton Borough within the First Contact team which is the front door for Adult social care in Stockton Borough council. The First Contact Adults team is b

Locum Social Worker – Children & Families Team in Stockton-on-Tees, earning £27. As a Social Worker, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to support children and families in Stockton-on-Tees, delivering exceptional service while enjoying the flexibility and rewards that come with locum work

If you are an enthusiastic and dynamic Social Worker, either experienced or newly qualified, who brings passion and commitment to achieving the best for the most vulnerable families and have experience in Childrens Statutory Safeguarding Services either as a Social Worker or Social Work student, we

Adults Social Care - Social Worker Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an immediate start in a rewarding Adults Social Care role? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and qualified Adults Social Care - Social Worker to support hospital discharge processes and promote a home-first a

Role: Social Worker Fostering ServiceLocation: DudleyType: OnsiteSalary: TBCContract: 6 monthsMyn is an AI driven marketplace that connects the candidates, clients and recruiters.

Principal Social Care Solicitor. The primary specialisms for this post will be Childcare Law, with Adult Social Care Law as a secondary area of focus. The legal service is currently undergoing a period of structural change, and this role will be key in providing stability, leadership, and direction

Head of Service – Risk Management and Business Unit | Adult Social Care. Strategic Leadership Experience – Proven ability to lead large-scale, complex operational services within Adult Social Care or Health with a strong track record of delivering high-quality outcomes in a regulated environment

Principal Social Care Solicitor. The primary specialisms for this post will be Childcare Law, with Adult Social Care Law as a secondary area of focus. The legal service is currently undergoing a period of structural change, and this role will be key in providing stability, leadership, and direction

The Youth Justice Service is looking for a qualified Social Worker able to work within a multi-disciplined environment to prevent the offending of young people aged 10-18 years old. The role is attached to Children’s Social Care but permanently placed within the team to provide the key values and

Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an immediate start in a rewarding Adults Social Care role? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and qualified Adults Social Care - Social Worker to support hospital discharge processes and promote a home-first approach. Adults Social Care - Social

A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with your ASYE completed. Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.

You will be experienced in Children in Care and Children Looked After Excellent engagement and direct working skills with children and young people is essential as well Care and placement planning and minimising risk with a methodical organised approach, ensuring long term improved outcomes Ensurin

Social Worker – Short Breaks Service. Step right up to a thrilling opportunity to make a real difference as a Social Worker in our innovative Short Breaks Service in the heart of Halton, UK. Short Breaks and Support Services.

Are you an experienced social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Our client in Durham is seeking a. Are you an experienced social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Our client in Durham is seeking a. Individual and Famil

Qualification: A degree or diploma in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. The Service Manager for Child Protection Advisors will lead and manage the Child Protection Advisory Service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, child-centred safeguarding practices. Provide strategic le

Are you an experienced social worker passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives? We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Permanence Team based in Ellesmere Port. Social Worker - Cheshire West and Chester Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Head of Operations to lead and transform adult social care services across the county. Leading the operational delivery of adult social care services across Lancashire. Operational Leadership Excellence: Extensive experience leading large-scale, diverse operati

My wonderful client are expanding and are looking for a creative and driven Social Media & Content Executive to grow their brand across organic social channels, blogs, and search. Manage and grow their social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. Excellent writing skills for b

Provide high-quality, efficient and effective legal and administrative advice and services to the County Council, partners and external customers. Able to handle a high caseload in Adult Social Care from start to completion. Service Care Solutions is recruiting for an.

Courts of Law, Individual and Family Services, and Civic and Social Organizations. Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention, South Essex (Experienced Social Workers). This range is provided by Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service).

Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking an immediate start in a rewarding Adults Social Care role? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and qualified Adults Social Care - Social Worker to support hospital discharge processes and promote a home-first approach. Adults Social Care - Social

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The legal service is currently undergoing a period of structural change, and this role will be key in providing stability, leadership, and direction during a time of transition. Providing high-quality legal advice to the Social Care team. Offering guidance and supervision to the Social Care team on

Successful applicants will undergo various pre‑engagement checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). Qualified Children's Social Worker. Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service).

Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. The IFD Team is a multi-agency hub made up of professionals from Children's Services, Early Help Services, and partner agencies, working together to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right ti

The Head of Service Delivery will oversee the strategic alignment, development, and execution of all service functions. We work closely with funders, providing Grant Distribution and Fund Management services, enabling them to support social action with confidence and transparency. The Social Change

As an Adults Social Care - Social Worker, you will play a key role in facilitating hospital discharges and promoting a home‑first approach for service users. Adults Social Care - Social Worker. Facilitate timely hospital discharges for adults requiring social care support.

Lead and shape service planning across Adult Services, ensuring effective practice, performance, budget management, and workforce development to improve outcomes for Lancashire residents. Provide line management to the Principal Social Worker and Principal Occupational Therapist, supporting the deli

We're looking for talented, passionate, and curious Social Workers who are eager to develop their careers and champion best practice within Childrens Social Care. Social WorkerPortsmouth council. Make a Difference Where It Matters Most At Portsmouth City Council, we believe that social work truly ma

Social Worker Adult Services – Health Interface Service role at Somerset Council. Being a critical part of developing the new Adult Social Care service. Progressing to a seven-day service (currently six).

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for a social worker to join their client’s Locality service team in Derbyshire. Social Worker – Locality Service. Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly.

Courts of Law, Individual and Family Services, and Civic and Social Organizations. Qualified Children's Social Worker - Pathfinder role at Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service). You should have previous experience working with children and families in a social work capacit

Working as part of a small, supportive Learning Disability and Autism service in the East of Somerset, supporting a team of up to four Social Workers and two Adult Social Care Practitioners. You will have a close working relationship with the Service Manager, who will provide regular supervision and

Working collaboratively to help frame the social care elements of the local authority’s self-evaluation process to ensure readiness for SEND Ofsted & Children’s Social Care Ofsted inspections. To attend as the Social Care lead the weekly SEN Panel and to ensure Social Care actions are communicat

Social Worker - Learning Disability & Autism Service (Adults) - Somerset Council. Develop knowledge of the local area and partnerships with local agencies; provide creative solutions; contribute to the development of the Adult Social Care service. Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work

If you are a Social Worker and this is not the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO (Independence Reviewing Officer), BIA (Best Interest Assessor), MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager. A

If you are a motivated and experienced social worker looking for a part-time opportunity, please contact Delanie at Delanie. Experience of working in a similar role, preferably in child protection or social care. Strong understanding of child protection and children's social care.

Take on the statutory role of Principal Social Worker (Adults) and provide senior leadership for Practice Standards and Adult Safeguarding; shape how we deliver high-quality, rights-based social work across South Tyneside; promote learning, quality assurance and co-production with people and carers.

Degree in Social Work and current Social Work England registration. Experience of relationship focused social work. Effective leadership and management which helps to reduce risk for our social workers and the children and families they support.

Qualified and registered social worker (Social Work England). We want individuals to champion the very best social work practice, who are motivated, flexible, enthusiastic, passionate and with a "can do" attitude who share our passion for improving children's and young persons' lives. Work within st

Personal Advisor | Children’s Social Care – Leaving Care Service | Lancashire. We are recruiting passionate and committed Personal Advisors to join Lancashire County Council’s Children’s Social Care – Leaving Care Service. Support access to education, employment, training, housing, health