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Positive Futures is positive about people. We transform peoples lives every day. We support people who have a learning disability, acquired brain injury and autism. The bottom line is this: wonderful things can and do happen when people get the right support, at the right time, from the right people. Purpose of Role To provide high quality support to people to enable them to live independently and to have choice and control over all aspects of their life in order to deliver our Mission Positive Futures for people with a learning disability, acquired brain injury or autism working together to achieve dreams and transform lives. Additional Information Part time - 20 hours per week Permanent Full valid UK driving license and access to a car insured for business purposes to transport people supported. About The Role What does a Support Worker do? Put simply, your job is to support people to live the life they want. To help you to do this, you will: receive a full and paid induction spend time getting to know the person you are supporting learn how best to support that person work as part of a dedicated team to provide support. You dont need formal qualifications or experience, but you do need to be kind, patient, and have a sense of fun. Main Responsibilities Providing Person Centred Support Form a positive relationship with the person being supported, maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with them and their families. Promote and support relationships, which enable people with a learning disability, to be included, and engage in their local community. Ensuring the high quality, person-centred support (outlined in the persons Person-Centred Portfolio) needed to live the life they want and achieve their dreams/goals. Supporting People to Develop and Maintain Key Skills in relation to Housing Support Support people to understand and fulfil their responsibilities to look after their home in line with any tenancy agreements. Support people with domestic chores such as shopping, preparation of healthy meals, cleaning, gardening, washing clothes and ironing. Supporting Independence, Social and Communication Skills Support people to have choice and control over all aspects of their lives. Administration Accurately and effectively maintain and store records and short reports within the Service, utilising appropriate systems, templates and record keeping processes (e.g. behaviours, incidents, communication, risk assessment etc.) Use ICT systems to carry out the responsibilities of the post (e.g. Microsoft Office, HR and Finance information system, support planner system) See job profile for more information. All duties must be carried out within the policies and procedures of the Organisation. Access NI: An Enhanced Access NI Disclosure Check will be required for this position. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining the position. Positive Futures adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice, a copy of which can be made available upon request. Positive Futures also have a Policy and procedure on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Storage & Handling copies of which can be made available upon request We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of religious belief; political opinion; sex; sexual orientation; marital or civil partnership status; racial group; age; disability Required Criteria Personal or work experience of providing care or support for someone Basic digital skills e.g. to record notes and use rota, HR or care systems. Full, valid driving licence and access to a car insured for business purposes in order to transport people we support. Class 2 business insurance is required. Or Full, valid driving licence or ability to travel independently to meet the requirements of the post. Skills Needed About The Company Founded in 1995 (initially under the name United Response NI), we now operate across Northern Ireland offering a wide range of services tailored to individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injury or autism and the families who support them. Our services include supported living, peripatetic housing support, shared-lives schemes, residential short breaks and family support. We focus on enabling people to live as equal citizens, develop independence and realise their hopes and dreams. With offices and services located in Bangor, Belfast, Enniskillen, Lisburn, Omagh and beyond, were committed to making a meaningful difference in local communities. Company Culture At Positive Futures, we foster a culture of respect, innovation and empowerment. We believe in putting people firstboth those we support and our staff. We create environments where colleagues feel valued, where ideas for improvement are welcomed, and where continuous learning is encouraged. We support staff to grow professionally and personally, and we emphasise collaboration, listening and trust. Working with us means being part of a team that genuinely cares, is proactive in shaping futures and embraces the possibility in every situation. Company Benefits Our Staff and people we support are our strength and our people are at the heart of everything we do, those are not just our values it's who we are. Working at Positive Futures means doing work that matters - and being supported by people who genuinely care about your growth and wellbeing. We want you to feel valued, encouraged and set up to thrive, both in and outside of your role. Thats why our benefits are built around one simple idea: when youre supported, you can make an even bigger difference to the people we support. Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Sabbatical leave, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Social Opportunities, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Bereavement leave Salary £12.21 - £12.80 per hour Benefits: Vacation, Paid time off Paid sick days Retirement plan and/or pension Employee development programs Sabbatical leave Referral bonus

Support Worker Waking Nights Charity Jobs NI is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Positive Futures for a Support Worker Waking Nights role based in Bangor. Positive Futures is a leading Northern Ireland charity supporting people with a learning disability, acquired brain injury and autism to live the life they want. This is a rewarding opportunity to join an organisation that is passionate about transforming lives through high-quality, person-centred support. Positive Futures is seeking caring, dependable and compassionate individuals who want to make a genuine difference through overnight support work. This opportunity may also appeal to candidates searching for roles such as Waking Night Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Care Assistant Nights or Supported Living Support Worker. About Positive Futures Positive Futures supports children, young people and adults with a learning disability, acquired brain injury or autism, as well as their families, across Northern Ireland. Since 1995, the organisation has worked to help people participate fully in society, develop independence and realise their hopes and goals. The Role As a Waking Nights Support Worker, you will provide high-quality overnight support to help people live as independently as possible while feeling safe, comfortable and supported during the night. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will build positive professional relationships with the people you support and deliver person-centred support in line with each individuals needs, preferences and goals. The core purpose of the role is to provide high-quality support that enables people to live independently and have choice and control over all aspects of their lives. The role will involve maintaining a calm and secure environment overnight, carrying out relevant checks, responding appropriately to any support needs that arise during the shift, and offering reassurance and practical assistance where required. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reports, using ICT systems appropriately, and helping to ensure a smooth handover between night and day staff. Positive Futures has opportunities available ranging from full-time 36-hour contracts to part-time and bank/relief roles, and welcomes applications from candidates interested in a variety of working patterns. Location Bangor Salary £12.21 to £12.80 per hour What Positive Futures is Looking For This role would suit someone who is kind, patient and supportive, with a genuine interest in helping others. Applicants should be able to demonstrate personal or work experience of providing care or support for someone, along with basic digital skills to record notes and use rota, HR or care systems. Applicants will need to have reliable access to transport for this role. Benefits Positive Futures offers a strong range of employee benefits, including enhanced annual leave, paid sick leave, pension, employee development programmes, sabbatical leave, referral bonus, Employee Assistance Scheme, wellbeing support, Blue Light Card access, social opportunities, progression opportunities and access to a health and wellbeing app. Additional Information An Enhanced Access NI check will be required for this position. Positive Futures notes that a criminal record will not necessarily prevent appointment and confirms that it is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. How to Apply If you are passionate about making a positive difference in peoples lives and supporting individuals to feel safe, settled and supported through the night, we would love to hear from you. Simply apply now with your CV to register your interest. Applications will be reviewed and processed on receipt, so early application is advised. A member of the Charity Jobs NI team will be in touch to discuss your application and guide you through the next steps of the process. Charity Jobs NI is proud to be supporting Positive Futures as recruitment partner for this vacancy. Skills: Support Worker Care Assistant Supported Living

The Vacancy Relief Project Worker - Make a Difference in Mental Health Recovery Are you passionate about supporting people to live independently and achieve their goals? At Inspire, we're looking for a Relief Project Worker to join our Mental Health & Addiction Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide person-centred support in a recovery-focused environment. About the Service House 10 is a secure 24-hour supported living environment for six adults living with complex mental health needs. Our aim is to promote quality of life through compassionate, person-centred care and a psychologically safe environment that supports recovery. Our multidisciplinary team, including an on-site Occupational Therapist, provides holistic support, covering all aspects of daily living, physical and emotional wellbeing, medication management, and social inclusion Why This Role Matters As a Relief Project Worker, you'll help service users build resilience, develop life skills, and maintain their tenancy while promoting independence and wellbeing. You'll work in supported housing schemes, delivering care and support that empowers individuals to take control of their lives. What You'll Do Provide person-centred care and support using a recovery and strengths-based approach. Support service users with mental health and wellbeing through individual plans. Assist with tenancy management, budgeting, shopping, and daily living skills. Administer medication safely and in line with policy. Plan and deliver individual or group activities, including community outings. Act as a key worker, maintaining accurate records and liaising with professionals. Promote social inclusion and reduce stigma. Work flexibly on a rota basis, including early, late, weekend, and night shifts. What We're Looking For - Qualifications & Experience: QCF/NVQ Level 2 in a related subject (e.g., Care) and 6 months paid experience in health and social care OR Minimum 12 months paid experience in health and social care. Skills: Experience motivating and supporting service users. Ability to maintain records and use IT systems. Other Requirements: Flexibility to work varied shifts. Must register with NISCC upon appointment. Access NI check required. Skills & Attributes Compassionate, resilient, and adaptable. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to promote dignity, respect, and empowerment. Ready to Apply? Click Apply Now and start your journey with Inspire. For queries or an informal chat, we'd love to hear from you please contact Darren Crooks on . Please note: Successful applicants will be subject to Access NI checks. Inspire is committed to equality of opportunity and selection based on merit. Our Organisation Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential. We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities. Our Benefits Enhanced Annual Leave Cycle to Work Scheme Shopping Discounts Employee Wellbeing Initiatives Death in Service Benefit Occupational Sick Pay To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

Nonstop Care are working with a local authority in North Wales, who are looking for a Locum Social Worker to join their locality team. This is an opportunity to work in a beautiful rural location within a stable and productive team. The position offers low caseloads, supportive management & an immediate start. Benefits: Up to £38, scaling based on interview and experience. Immediate start. Rural location. Ongoing contract. Low caseloads. Requirements: Social Care Wales or Social Work England registration Experience within Assessment or Child Protection A full driving licence The hiring managers will be interviewing as & when strong candidates come across their way, so apply now to secure your chance. If this isn't the right position for you, there are multiple positions across various seniority's available. Get in touch with our recruitment specialist Andrew Rowley to discuss. Email: Contact Number: (phone number removed)

Nonstop Care are working with a local authority in North Wales, who are looking for a Locum Advanced Social Worker to join their Assessment team. This is an opportunity to work in a beautiful rural location within a stable and productive team. The position offers hybrid working, supportive management, a high pay rate & an immediate start. Benefits: Up to £42, scaling based on interview and experience. Immediate start. Rural location. Ongoing contract. Hybrid working. Requirements: Social Care Wales or Social Work England registration Experience within Assessment or Child Protection A full driving licence The hiring managers will be interviewing as & when strong candidates come across their way, so apply now to secure your chance. If this isn't the right position for you, there are multiple positions across various seniority's available. Get in touch with our recruitment specialist Andrew Rowley to discuss. Email: Contact Number: (phone number removed)

It is essential that you have a BA (Hons) in Social Work or equivalent; be registered with the SSSC and committed to social work values.

The desire to be a team player who wants to achieve best possible outcomes for all our children and foster carersExperience of working in the fostering sector and/or children/young people in social careHold a formal social work qualificationBe registered as a social worker with Social Work EnglandHa

Duty & Assessment Social Worker - Tameside Council Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester Rate: Up to £39 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience Hours: 36 hours per week - Full-time Contract Type: Agency / Temporary Overview Caritas Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Soci

Social Worker - Duty and Assessment Team in Lancashire, earning £36 per hour. Step into an exciting journey as a Social Worker within the Duty and Assessment Team in Lancashire.

Permanent and Locum Social Worker vacancies across London in Children and Adult Services.

There are 6 teams within DAAT, each team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, who holds complex cases and supports 5 or 6 Social Workers / Senior Social Workers and a Newly Qualified Social Worker within their team. As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Supervising Social Worker (Fostering). An established and values-driven fostering organisation is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their North West team on a fixed-term basis.

Are you a passionate qualified Social Worker or Occupational Therapist ‘returning’ into Adult Social Care? Are you keen to resume practicing, but need some support to re-register with Social Work England or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)? If so, we would also like to hear from you

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £40,708.

Social Worker - Home First Neighbourhood Team - OX1 1NDNumber of Positions: 9Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £37,035 - £43,693Working Hours: 37Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Adult Social CareAbout UsAt Oxfordshire County Council, you don’t just work for us… you learn, grow, and thriv

Locum Children & Families Social WorkerLocation:Peebles(1 vacancy) & Galasheils (1 vacancy)Rate: £25£40 per hourContract: Locum / OngoingStart Date: ASAPWe are currently recruiting two experienced Locum Children & Families Social Workers to join supportive and well-established teams in Scottish Bo

Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Childrens Social Wor.

Locum Children & Families Social Worker CHADLocation: Galashiels, Scottish BordersRate: £25£40 per hourContract: Ongoing LocumStart Date: ASAPWe are recruiting an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a Children & Families (CHAD) Team within Scottish Borders.

Full & Part Time | Condensed hours Available | Supportive Management | Huge amount of flexibility Have you gone into Spring not happy with your locum role? If so, we have an opportunity to join a stable authority for an Assessments social worker to join a close knit team for an exclusive rate of up

We would like to hear from you if you are: A Qualified Social Worker, and Registered with Social Work EnglandIf you are an International Social Worker, please apply via the International Social Worker Vacancy also on the Careers pageKind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individu

Career Progression Opportunites | Supportive Management | Flexible Working | 9 Day Fortnight Are you an experienced social worker looking to get into Fostering, but finding opportunities are limited in your current role? We're currently working with a highly rated council based in on the South Coas

Senior/Supervising Social WorkerSalary: Up to £40,948.

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily commutable in the South West We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the rural South West of England, for an experience Senior SW / AP to join their Duty & Assessment sevice

Part Time Supervising Social WorkerBase Location: CoventryHours: 28 hours per week (4 days)Salary: Up to £34,507 FTE £43,134.

Leaders in care are currently working with an Authority in Merseyside who are on the look out for experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. Hybrid working | Flexible Working Available If you're a social worker who enjoys freedom to simply crack on - keep reading as this is for you.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker - Full time - Permanent Basic Salary: Up to £34,324.

Beautiful county | 12 Month Contract| Supportive Management | Flexibility Leaders In Care are currently working with an established authority in the South West of Wales in abeautiful County with a manageable caseload where they are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people i

Social Worker (Family Safeguarding Teams)Are you a dedicated and passionate Social Worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Social Worker to join our Children and Family Services team, working in the Assessment and Safeguardi

Outstanding Ofsted | Flexible Working | L&D Programme | Career Progression | Opportunity to get into Fostering Are you looking to join a Fostering service where you feel valued, and career progression is very much encouraged? Leaders in Care are working with an Ofsted Outstanding rated Independent

If you are a Social Worker living outside of the United Kingdom or a Student Social Worker please keep an eye out for our International Social Worker vacancies or opportunities for Newly Qualified Social Workers. Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Children's Assessment Service (North) - OX16 5AUN

Regular reflective supervision | Outstanding Ofsted Seeking new opportunities in the South East? We're currently looking for an experienced children's social worker to become part of a well-established Children in Care service in the South East.

Location:West LothianRate:£25£40 per hourContract:Locum / OngoingStart Date:ASAPAbout the Role:21 Health and Social Care (21HSC) are a leading health and social care recruitment agency currently recruiting for experienced and motivated Children & Families Social Worker to join a Practice Team on a

Career Progression | Longstanding Supportive Management | Hybrid Working | Manageable Caseload At Leaders in Care, we are currently working with an Ofsted rated Good council on the South Coast oif England,for an experienced childrens social worker to join their well established Children's Family Sa

Role: Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £28,938.

Social Worker - Adult Services - OX1 1NDNumber of Positions: 2Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £37,035 – £43,693Working Hours: 37Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Adult Social CareDaring to deliver social care differently. Are you in?" We’re saying come and be part of the team and learn

Family Safeguarding Social Worker | South West England | £100 Weekly Expenses | Flexible Office Days Are you an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive, well-structured team where work-life balance and quality practice truly come first? Leaders in Care are working wit

Jobs in Guernsey Are you in the UK and seek a better work life balance - only 45 minutes away?Are you a UK or Channel Islands resident looking to build a rewarding career while enjoying an incredible island lifestyle?1st Recruitment specialise in health and social care roles in Guernsey and are cur

Leaders in care are currently working with an Authority in Merseyside who are on the look out for experienced Child Protection Social Workers.

Senior/Supervising Social WorkerLocation: Home-based - East ScotlandSalary: Up to £41,960.

Supervising Social WorkerLocation: Newton Aycliffe (covering the North East)Salary: £33,000 £41,000 per annumContract: Permanent, Full-TimePositions Available: 2Are You a Life Changer?Do you want to lean in and help transform the life of a child?Our client puts children first through a therapeuti

With hybrid working, specialist roles, and a commitment to career development, The Vale provides an empowering environment for social workers looking to grow professionally while making a difference.

This is a statutory role, so a social work qualification and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council is required. Qualified Social Worker Children & Families. Looking for a rewarding role where your experience is truly valued? A well-established council in the central belt is searchin

A fostering agency based in Belfast is looking for a passionate social worker to assist vulnerable children in finding foster homes. Applicants should have a BA or MA in social work and experience dealing with trauma.