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We are currently recruiting for the below post:.Qualified Social Worker Safeguarding Cornwall, Devon Immediate start with ongoing contract.You will need to have strong post qualified experience in Children's' Team - Assessment, Duty work - 2 years minimum qualified experience desired.Hold CIN and CP

The role offers an immediate start with an ongoing contract and payment at £42 per hour.

37.5 hours per week on a permanent contract. The role requirespositivity and excellent communication, leadership, and caseload managementabilities. You will need to demonstrate integrity and initiative, soundclinical knowledge with evidenced based practice and the ability to manage ateam, approaching your work in a coordinated way. We work integrated with primarycare, ASC, therapists, urgent & intermediate care services alongsideour specialist services informing our ageing well MDTs. With a focus on TEP and enhance care planning. In patients' homes and part of the Care Home Service. If you havean interest in community nursing, preventing hospital admissions, and caringfor people with complex long-term disease, through to the last stages of theirlife, this role is for you. This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. All LWS staff are expected to able/willing to work across a 7 day service. We provide opportunity for continued learning/career progression, if this ignited your interest we would like to hear from you. As a Community Sister/Charge Nurse yourrole is vital in terms of coordinating peoples care & delegating to yourteam. You will be required to be an autonomous practitioner, provide holistic patient centred care. To champion for patients,whilst demonstrating highly motivated leadership skills with ability toinfluence/inspire others. The candidate must have the knowledge and confidence to have delicate conversations around advanced care planning in anticipation of end of life care including treatment escalation and have the skills required to make clinical decisions around resuscitation status based on the persons clinical presentation. We you be required to undertake a robust induction, allocateda supervisor to support your learning to develop in your role We offer training in line with the required competenciesfor you to build on your past knowledge/experience/skills. You will beexpected to undertake continued learning with accessibility to accredited courses You will be required to be competent/diagnose/investigate.Have sound knowledge/judgement providing evidence-based wound management/pressure ulcer prevention. Continence management, palliative & end oflife care The ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner, between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations, including areas not served by public transport, is essential. Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs. As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve. We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives. We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation. Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert. Be responsible for the provision of planned and unplanned care to patients and theirCarers in a defined geographical area working as part of a twenty four hour District Nursing Service Be able to respond to urgent referrals for patients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team To triage and accept appropriate referrals directly from other disciplines, patients, carers and members of the public and / or refer to other agencies where appropriate Be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, organising & reviewing complex packages of care including case conferences the candidate must have the knowledge and confidence to have delicate conversations around advance care planning in anticipation of end of life care including treatment escalation and have the skills required to make clinical decisions around resuscitation status based on the persons clinical presentation. Ensure privacy, dignity and human rights are respected for all patients and carers. Undertake comprehensive risk assessments of all situations associated with the care ofpatients in order to ensure nurses and the carers safety Assessments might include the provision of equipment ensuring it is used safely Be responsible for overseeing, monitoring of equipment and ensuring maintenance &repair. To report and records all incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire,physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse. Maintain accurate records, which are confidential, up to date , legible and that all caregiven has to be documented. These records may be paper or IT based system and must bemaintained as specified in the Trust Policies, NMC guidelines and Government directives. Thepost holder will be expected to oversee the standard of patients records by audit or peer review and have a regular open discussion with team members. The post holder is required to comply with all infection control policies and guidance,attend relevant updates and report issues of concern to their immediate line manager if no action orexplanation received, then it is the individuals responsibility to elevate to Director of Operationsor Chief executive office To monitor & maintain the health, safety and security of self and others Be responsible for organising own time management on a daily basis in line withcaseload demands balancing patient needs with the non clinical aspect of the role Work within challenging and unpredictable environments e.g. patients homes, whichmay have constraints that require adaptability Act as a clinical advisor on health care issues within their area of expertise. Undertake health promotion whenever possible to all age groups and also contribute toplanned health promotion activities. Nurse Prescriber and takes responsibility for prescribing in line with Non-medical Prescribing policy and within the Devon Formulary. Identify community health needs and participate in new projects, research and audit. Act as a role model for other staff and students demonstrating high standards of practice and professional conduct. Be involved with the development, implementation and monitoring of standards. Develop links with other professional and voluntary bodies to ensure maximumeffectiveness of the service and patient care. Work alongside the Community Matron for Long Term conditions if appropriate in monitoring complex health needs of the patients and reduce hospital admissions Ensure that work which is often unpredictable is prioritised and suitably delegated to othermembers of the multi-disciplinary team. Implement, participate and facilitate Clinical Supervision as per organizational Policy. Participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the Knowledge and SkillsFramework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with theannual development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training ordevelopment required to fulfil their role. Be conversant and adhere to the vulnerable adult and child protection procedures &Organizational polices. Support the District Nursing Manager regarding equity of workload throughout the largerTeam & deputise in his/her absence. • Relevant post registered experience., • Able to demonstrate Clinical Management skills appropriate to the role., • Proven relevant experience of Leadership., • Experience in leading and development of new pathways of care and delivering best practice., • Experience in managing sensitive issues and overcoming obstacles in communication., • Experience and working knowledge of community setting desirable., • Experience of influencing change in the workplace., • Up to date knowledge of current practice within the area specified in job purpose., • Knowledge of national and local frameworks and strategies ., • Ability to translate best practice evidence and national policies in practice., • Background and development knowledge of Government Policies and changes in Primary Care., • Understanding of NICE guidance., • The post holder will have experience undertaking Incident Investigations., • Ability to undertake holistic patient centred assessment, • Evidence of continued recent academic and, • Knowledge of service development, • Previous primary care / community experience., • Good time management, • Autonomous practitioner with the ability to work unsupervised., • Ability to assess and treat patients using evidence-based practice., • Ability to work alongside clinicians to support and enhance quality of patient care., • Excellent interpersonal skills in Leadership, co-ordination and management skills., • IT Literate., • Highly motivated with ability to influence and inspire others., • Ability to act as a champion for patients and carers and their interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on service developments., • Flexible/Adaptable, • /Team player, • Evidence of using initiative to put innovation into practice., • (degree or diploma), • NMC Registration, • Current Registered Nurse with a relevant registered experience., • Experience of mentoring., • Recognised teaching qualification mentorship or equivalent., • Leadership experience/qualifications, • NMP prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake., • DNSPQ Qualification, • Specialist Nurse, • modules, • Familiar and committed to the principles and values of the NHS., • Demonstrate commitment to focus on quality, promotes high standards to consistently improve patient outcomes., • Creates and fosters a culture of openness, honesty, integrity and inclusiveness., • Ability to work flexibly, demonstrating commitment to partnership working., • Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport. 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The full time equivalent salary of £56,090 to £59,332 includes an amount for a market supplement of £3,039 per year. This market supplement is reviewed annually. Job Description & Person Specification > Are you an experienced Social Work leader who is passionate about improving the lives of children in care? At Torbay Children's Services, we're looking for an ambitious, child-focused Team Manager to lead our Cared For Team and help drive outstanding outcomes for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service that is both Ofsted rated Good and an Accredited Restorative Authority, where relationships, collaboration and high-quality practice are at the heart of everything we do. As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, support and direction to a dedicated team of Social Workers and Community Care Workers, ensuring children in our care receive the stability, permanence and support they need to thrive. You will oversee practice, performance and permanency planning, champion relationship-based and restorative approaches, and work closely with partners to deliver positive outcomes for children and families. Based on the Cared For Team structure, the role has oversight of an Advanced Social Worker, Social Workers and Community Care Workers. We are looking for a qualified and registered Social Worker with significant experience of working with children and families, strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire, support and develop others. You'll bring sound decision-making, effective practice oversight and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people. Why Join Us? • Relocation, Retention and Golden Hello packages available., • Grade L salary plus market supplement., • Join an Ofsted Good Local Authority., • Work within an Accredited Restorative Authority., • Hybrid working arrangements., • Strong leadership support and manageable caseloads., • A culture that values professional development and reflective practice., • Opportunities to contribute to service improvement and innovation across Children's Services. This role is based in Torquay, with an expectation to work in the office 2 days a week. (All week on duty weeks which is one in every 3.) This post will be carrying out Regulated Activity. As such the post will require an Enhanced Criminal Record Check plus an additional Barred List Check. The check will reveal any spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions (which have not been filtered), any local Police information and a check of either the Adult, Child or Adult and Child Barred Lists. If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser: jobs/job-descriptions/team-manager-social-work-qualified/ For an informal chat please contact Andrew Moorhouse on or . Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 9th November 2026. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however this advert will not close before 27th October. Essential: • Significant decision making skills – the ability to analyse information, draw conclusions and effect judgements based on outcomes and risk., • Proven problem solving skills – the ability to identify causes, make objective and informed judgements that demonstrates emotional resilience and balance., • Ability to appraise and motivate staff in a way that ensures compliance with policies but also enables individuals to develop., • Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners across agency boundaries., • Ability to plan, organise and use resources effectively and efficiently. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Essential: • Knowledge and understanding of the full range of activities delivered by the Authority and partners in relation to children, young people and families., • Thorough understanding of the professional practice relating to safeguarding and working with complex families., • Thorough understanding of the ‘common core’., • Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of equal opportunities., • Awareness of effective management practices. Essential: • Current Social Work England Registration., • Relevant professional qualification to the equivalent of a degree or equivalent and where relevant a current professional registration or licence to practice (Posts managing social work teams will require a social work degree and evidence of having met post qualification standards)., • Management qualification to certificate level or equivalent, or a willingness to acquire such in a timely fashion., • Significant social work qualification experience of working with children and families in the context of current legislation and government initiatives / or minimum of two years post social work qualification experience plus significant management experience in a relevant field working with children and families., • Commitment to evidence of applying an evidenced informed practice approach. Please review the available pages within the careers site. A list of employer benefits can be found here. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Children and Family Health Devon is excited to offer the opportunity for a 1 wte (37.5 hours) Clinical Team Manager to join our Mood, Emotions & Relationships (MERs) pathway within Children and Family Health Devon. This pathway supports children and young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health and emotional difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, emotional dysregulation and complex relational challenges. As a Clinical Team Manager, you will combine leadership responsibilities with your professional expertise, overseeing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and compassionate care. You will provide day-to-day operational management, professional supervision and support for staff, while contributing to service development, workforce planning and quality improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your leadership career while continuing to use your clinical skills to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. • Provide day-to-day leadership and management for a multi-disciplinary MERs team, • Supervise, support and develop staff through compassionate and inclusive leadership, • Contribute clinical expertise to assessments, formulations and care planning as required, • Monitor performance, demand and capacity, ensuring safe and effective service deliveryWork closely with the Operations Manager and clinical leads to develop pathways and drive improvements, • Build strong working relationships with families, schools, social care and partner agencies At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure. We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions. With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone. Date posted: 23 October 2026 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 7 Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working Reference number: C9369-26-0786-1 Job locations: Children & Family Health, Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6JD, United Kingdom; South Devon Healthcare, 187 Newton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7BA, United Kingdom Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. • Essential: Experience of working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team and across agencies., • Essential: Experience of delivering a clinical practice within the area of specialty for children with complex health conditions - undertaking specialist assessment and treatment interventions for children and young people with complex health problems, • Essential: Experience of supervising others and developing positive supervisory relationships with healthcare professionals., • Essential: Experience in managing HR and recruitment processes including staff appraisals, performance and sickness management., • Essential: Experience of delivering healthcare within an equalities and human rights framework, • Essential: Experience of initiating, organising and planning inter-agency meetings aimed at setting in place a treatment package tailored to the individual needs of a child/young person., • Essential: Experience in involving service users as active partners in the delivery and or design of services, • Essential: Experience of engagement in service development and quality improvement, • Essential: Experience of using data to improve services, • Essential: Specialist skill in the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, highly complex, technical and/or clinically sensitive information to children/young people and families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the service, adapting your approach according to the individual needs of the audience., • Essential: Ability to integrate complex clinical information into a coherent formulation., • Essential: The ability to work as an autonomous professional, to take on responsibility, make decisions under pressure and seek support as appropriate., • Essential: Ability to review, analyse and report on information and key data relating to the teams performance, capacity or activity., • Essential: The ability to plan and complete operational leadership tasks as directed and within reasonable timescales., • Essential: Ability to develop and implement systems to manage capacity and demand - patient flow, staff workloads., • Essential: A professional mental health qualification e.g. RMN, Social Work Degree, BSc/Diploma in OT, or equivalent., • Essential: Additional specialist training and qualification to post graduate diploma level or equivalent in supervision and/or leadership skills., • Essential: Professional registration/accreditation with a recognised body, e.g. NMC, HCPC, Social Work England, UKCP, BABCP, • Essential: Evidence of relevant CPD. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer name: Devon Partnership NHS Trust Address: Children & Family Health, Shinners Bridge, Dartington, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6JD, United Kingdom Employer's website: (Opens in a new tab) For questions about the job, contact: Operational Manager, Lindsey Eastlake, Devon Partnership NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr

Site Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Town Torquay Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 08/11/2026 23:59 The Cancer CNS role is a key worker role. The UGI Cancer CNS addresses patient’s health concerns and works to promote their health and wellbeing. Using their skills and expertise in cancer care, the CNS provides physical and emotional support to their patients coordinates their care services and informs and advises them on clinical and practical issues associated with their diagnosis. This leads to a more positive outcome for patients. The UGI Cancer CNS role is a key worker role and is a core member of the UGI Multidisciplinary team in TSDFT. The UGI Cancer CNS addresses patients’ health concerns and works to promote their health and wellbeing. Using their skills and expertise in UGI care, the CNS provides physical and emotional support to their patients coordinates their care services and informs and advises them on clinical and practical issues associated with their diagnosis. This leads to a more positive experience and outcome for patients. The UGI Cancer CNS team are based within the acute trust near the main oncology department, the planned daycase unit and the Inpatient cancer unit. The UGI Cancer CNS is part of the core service and is part of the cancer support team for the trust. The CNS works collaboratively with others or independently to meet the needs of the patients and their families. It is expected they will also participate in the education and development of other staff members and assist with the development of clinical services and enhanced practice across the Trust. Detailed job description and responsibilities For the full details of the UGI Cancer CNS role please refer to the JD and PS attached • Registered Nurse, • BSc Hons in relevant subject area, • Evidence of CPD, • Cancer Nursing experience, • Level 2 communication, • Advanced Communication skills, • Evidence and experience of previous CNS role, • Gastrointestinal nursing experience, • Knowledge of/using ACCEND You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people. If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts. The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Liaison Psychiatry Service provides a 24 hour, 7 day a week in and out of hours comprehensive service to patients, clinicians and carers at the local District General Hospital (DGH). This includes specialist mental health assessment and intervention to people of all ages from the age of 18 who present or, are admitted to the DGH. We provide a specialist consultation-liaison service to referring clinicians and clinical teams, assisting them in decision making in difficult and complex cases, and providing both formal and informal education to qualified and unqualified staff, and offer a broad range of specialist psychosocial treatments for individual inpatients. Staff within the service are also representing the Devon Partnership Trust in the general hospital setting and will play a vital role in communicating and maintaining a good working relationship between the two organisations. Through consultation, assessment and interventions, the Liaison Psychiatry Service aims to - Arrive at a formulation which will identify the correct care pathway and ensure this is implemented Improve the quality of mental health care for all patients Improve quality of life for both patients and carers Identify and manage risk Reduce the length of stay in the general hospital Prevent hospital admissions Reduce the number of incidents and complaints Measure improvements of health outcomes Determine service needs A key aim of the service is to contribute to the acute care pathway, ensuring that those persons who present to the DGH receive a timely specialist mental health assessment by a specialist mental health worker. A significant proportion of these presentations will be those who present with acts of self harm and suicidal behaviours. In Torbay, our service incorporates the following areas: Acute Care Pathway (ACP) Ensuring a timely response to people who attend the Emergency Department and facilitating discharge from the Acute Medical Unit and other wards. Inpatient Assessing and reviewing patients who are kept on caseload for a period of monitoring whilst they remain in-patients in Torbay and South Devon DGH. This will include dementia, delirium, depression, eating disorders, psychosis, medication management & support for patient and ward in challenging situations, on-going risk assessment and monitoring. Integrated Psychological Medicine Service (IPMS) Ensuring pathways are in place to allow access to the right treatment at the right time for those who present with both complex physical and psychological needs. There are high rates of mental health problems among people with long-term medical conditions and people with severe mental illness have a reduced life expectancy which can be due to physical health issues. • Contribute to the team and engage with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, service users, their carers and other statutory and voluntary sector agencies., • Impart complex and sensitive information to: Patients and families/carers re assessment, care planning, treatment and review Multi disciplinary teams to ensure the provision of consistent well coordinated care, • Primary care teams regarding client care External agencies also involved in the provision of care eg: voluntary and private sector, police, social services, housing, employment etc Services user and carer groups, • Liaise with a wide range of other professions and agencies., • Contribute to the safe and effective day to day operations of the services including the handling of clinical enquiries., • Present information, some of which may be contentious, to patients and their families and carers., • Attend management and professional meetings as directed by their line manager and professional lead., • Responsible for planning and co-ordinating own day to day work load in collaboration with the needs of the service users and the wider needs of the service. This requires excellent prioritisation skills., • Plan and organise case conferences liaising with other agencies as required to meet the needs of their clients., • Ensure that interventions are planned in an integrated and co-ordinated manner particularly where dependent on other external agencies., • Undertake bio-psycho-social assessments, developing a working formulation and diagnosis which will identify onward care pathways., • As part of the bio-psycho-social assessment completion of risk assessment and formulation will determine risk management plans., • Further assessments/reviews may be required and adjustments made to care pathways where appropriate., • Understands and recognises own limitations and seeks supervision when necessary., • Participate in research and development in line with service delivery & development., • Work without direct supervision and take accountability for your own actions. When tasks are delegated, ensure that the person you have delegated these tasks to is appropriately skilled to undertake the tasks. Work within the operational policies and service specifications of the team., • Responsible for developing care whilst service users are in the DGH. This will include assessing, planning, intervention and evaluation., • Ensuring active involvement of service users and their carers., • Triage/prioritise referrals by assessing and advising on eligibility criteria., • Provide specialist advice to referrers/other multi-disciplinary staff in relation to the care of the patient., • Participate in safeguarding adults and children., • Act in an advisory and collaborative role in interpretation of clinical, professional and technical policies relating to adult mental health., • Appraise current practices and standards in light of new research findings and introduce evidence based techniques as appropriate., • Participate in programmes of audit and research within the team and implement the findings., • Contribute to professional clinical governance arrangements in order to ensure the quality of the service provided., • Participate in the development of Mental Health Services., • Work collaboratively on the formulation of, and review of policies, standards, guidelines and procedures within DPT and the DGH., • Attend and participate in relevant groups to include policy implementation, networking , peer review to promote benchmarking and sharing of best practices., • Responsible for care of own equipment., • Supervision of junior qualified and non-qualified staff., • Provide clinical supervision., • Co-ordinate the activity of the team and facilitate handover meetings., • Provide mentorship to students allocated to the team., • Take a clinical lead in the absence of the team leader / practice lead., • Participate in clinical & managerial supervision as well as annual PDR., • Participate in team staff support., • Support staff within the DGH to holistically manage people presenting with complex mental health issues and offer appropriate therapeutic interventions., • To actively participate in producing and delivering training packages to our colleagues in the DGH and acting as a point of reference as required., • Keep up to date with all Core and Essential Training requirements., • Maintain up to date clinical records in a timely and accurate manner in line with standard operating procedures., • The postholder works towards complying with the core competencies for mental health liaison practitioners as described in the Competency Framework for Liaison Mental Health Nursing., • Practice in a way that actively minimises dependency and promotes recovery., • Communicate information in a way that makes it relevant and understandable for service users and carers, working to the principles of the functions policy implementation guidelines and practice in line with the standards and values set out in them., • Work co-operatively with staff colleagues within the Acute Hospital, other parts of the mental health services, primary care & other statutory and non-statutory organisations., • Ensure a duty of care to your patients and clients, who are entitled to receive safe and competent care., • The Service User wishes, feelings, values and beliefs should be taken into consideration as well as the views of the people close to them., • Take personal accountability for your own practice. This means that you are answerable for your actions and omissions, regardless of advice or directions from another professional in accordance with the NMC Professional Code of Conduct. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Application Deadline: 15 November 2026 Department: Childrens Services Employment Type: Permanent Location: Torbay Council Reporting To: Head of Service Compensation: £56,090 - £59,332 / year The full time equivalent salary of £56,090 to £59,332 includes an amount for a market supplement of £3,039 per year. This market supplement is reviewed annually. Job Description & Person Specification > Are you an experienced Social Work leader who is passionate about improving the lives of children in care? At Torbay Children's Services, we're looking for an ambitious, child-focused Team Manager to lead our Cared For Team and help drive outstanding outcomes for children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service that is both Ofsted rated Good and an Accredited Restorative Authority, where relationships, collaboration and high-quality practice are at the heart of everything we do. As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, support and direction to a dedicated team of Social Workers and Community Care Workers, ensuring children in our care receive the stability, permanence and support they need to thrive. You will oversee practice, performance and permanency planning, champion relationship-based and restorative approaches, and work closely with partners to deliver positive outcomes for children and families. Based on the Cared For Team structure, the role has oversight of an Advanced Social Worker, Social Workers and Community Care Workers. We are looking for a qualified and registered Social Worker with significant experience of working with children and families, strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire, support and develop others. You'll bring sound decision-making, effective practice oversight and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people. Why Join Us? • Relocation, Retention and Golden Hello packages available., • Grade L salary plus market supplement., • Join an Ofsted Good Local Authority., • Work within an Accredited Restorative Authority., • Hybrid working arrangements., • Strong leadership support and manageable caseloads., • A culture that values professional development and reflective practice., • Opportunities to contribute to service improvement and innovation across Children's Services. This role is based in Torquay, with an expectation to work in the office 2 days a week. (All week on duty weeks which is one in every 3.) This post will be carrying out Regulated Activity. As such the post will require an Enhanced Criminal Record Check plus an additional Barred List Check. The check will reveal any spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions (which have not been filtered), any local Police information and a check of either the Adult, Child or Adult and Child Barred Lists. Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 23rd November 2026. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Essential: • Significant decision making skills - the ability to analyse information, draw conclusions and effect judgements based on outcomes and risk., • Proven problem solving skills - the ability to identify causes, make objective and informed judgements that demonstrates emotional resilience and balance., • Ability to appraise and motivate staff in a way that ensures compliance with policies but also enables individuals to develop., • Ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners across agency boundaries., • Ability to plan, organise and use resources effectively and efficiently. Essential: • Knowledge and understanding of the full range of activities delivered by the Authority and partners in relation to children, young people and families., • Thorough understanding of the professional practice relating to safeguarding and working with complex families., • Thorough understanding of the 'common core'., • Ability to demonstrate awareness and understanding of equal opportunities., • Awareness of effective management practices. Essential: • Current Social Work England Registration., • Relevant professional qualification to the equivalent of a degree or equivalent and where relevant a current professional registration or licence to practice (Posts managing social work teams will require a social work degree and evidence of having met post qualification standards)., • Management qualification to certificate level or equivalent, or a willingness to acquire such in a timely fashion., • Significant social work qualification experience of working with children and families in the context of current legislation and government initiatives / or minimum of two years post social work qualification experience plus significant management experience in a relevant field working with children and families., • Commitment to evidence of applying an evidenced informed practice approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Main area Cancer services Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours • Part time, • Flexible working22.5 hours per week (may include bank holiday s and weekends in the future) Job ref 388-8263981-PC&S Site Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Town Torquay Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 08/11/2026 23:59 The Cancer CNS role is a key worker role. The Skin Cancer CNS addresses patient’s health concerns and works to promote their health and wellbeing. Using their skills and expertise in Skin cancer and cancer care, the CNS provides physical and emotional support to their patients coordinates their care services and informs and advises them on clinical and practical issues associated with their diagnosis. This leads to a more positive outcome for patients. The Skin Cancer CNS role is a key worker role and is a core member of the Skin Multidisciplinary team in TSDFT. The Skin Cancer CNS addresses patients’ health concerns and works to promote their health and wellbeing. Using their skills and expertise in Skin care, the CNS provides physical and emotional support to their patients coordinates their care services and informs and advises them on clinical and practical issues associated with their diagnosis. This leads to a more positive experience and outcome for patients. The Skin Cancer CNS team are based within the acute trust near the main oncology department, the planned daycase unit and the Inpatient cancer unit. The Skin Cancer CNS is part of the core service and is part of the cancer support team for the trust. The CNS works collaboratively with others or independently to meet the needs of the patients and their families. It is expected they will also participate in the education and development of other staff members and assist with the development of clinical services and enhanced practice across the Trust. Detailed job description and responsibilities For the full details of the Skin Cancer CNS role please refer to the JD and PS attached • Registered Nurse, • BSc Hons in relevant subject area, • Evidence of CPD, • Cancer Nursing experience, • Level 2 communication, • Advanced Communication skills, • Evidence and experience of previous CNS role, • evidence of experience in speciality area pathway, • Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website. You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people. If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts. The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Tripod Partners is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker for Safeguarding in Cornwall/Devon, with an immediate start on an ongoing contract.

The role is a immediate start with an ongoing contract, paying £42 per hour and requires strong post-qualification experience in Children’s Team – Assessment and Duty work.

Our client based in Devon is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Adult Social Care Locality Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and motivated leader to oversee a busy community-based service supporting adults with a wide range of care and support needs. The successful candidate will provide operational and professional leadership to a team of Social Workers and Adult Social Care practitioners, ensuring high-quality, person-centred practice and effective service delivery. You will oversee assessments, reviews, safeguarding activity, and complex casework, whilst supporting practitioners to deliver strengths-based interventions that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. This role requires an experienced manager with strong knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with partner agencies, providers, citizens, and carers in a fast-paced environment. • Providing day-to-day leadership and management of the Locality Team, ensuring high standards of professional practice and service delivery., • Supervising, supporting, and developing Social Workers and Adult Social Care staff through regular supervision, performance management, and professional development., • Allocating work across the team, ensuring workloads are appropriate, priorities are managed effectively, and statutory responsibilities are met., • Overseeing the completion of Care Act 2014 assessments, reviews, support planning, and complex case management activity., • Providing oversight and guidance on safeguarding concerns and safeguarding enquiries, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and local procedures., • Supporting staff with complex decision-making, risk management, and the application of professional judgement., • Ensuring Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision-making processes are completed in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005., • Undertaking practice quality reviews and preparing cases for Practice Quality Forums and funding panels where required., • Monitoring the quality of assessments, reviews, reports, and support plans to ensure they meet professional and organisational standards., • Working collaboratively with health partners, providers, housing services, community organisations, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated support and positive outcomes., • Responding to complaints, concerns, and service issues in a timely and professional manner., • Supporting service improvement initiatives and contributing to the development of best practice across Adult Social Care., • Monitoring performance, quality assurance activity, and key service objectives to ensure effective and efficient service delivery., • Maintaining oversight of budgets, resources, and commissioned services to support positive outcomes and value for money. To be successful in this role you must have; • Professional Qualification: MA, BA, BSc in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent recognised professional qualification., • Registration: Must be registered with Social Work England., • Experience: Significant post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care, including leadership, supervision, or management responsibilities., • Legislation Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Adult Safeguarding legislation, and associated statutory guidance., • Safeguarding Experience: Proven experience overseeing safeguarding concerns, Section 42 enquiries, and complex risk management., • Leadership Skills: Experience managing teams, supervising staff, allocating workloads, and supporting professional development., • uality Assurance: Experience undertaking practice audits, quality reviews, and preparing cases for funding or decision‑making panels., • Multi-Agency Working: Strong experience working collaboratively with health services, care providers, partner agencies, citizens, and carers., • Communication Skills: Excellent leadership, negotiation, report‑writing, complaint handling, and stakeholder management skills., • Organisational Skills: Ability to manage competing priorities, drive performance, and lead service delivery within a demanding environment., • Free DBS and compliance service, • Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly, • Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies, • Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal, • Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge, • Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK, • “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*, • “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us * Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes. If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Permanent Full time position Located in Ashburton We're offering a competitive salary starting from, $111,020 - $133,696. This role will be located at our Ashburton site. At this site we are working with tamariki and whānau to make positive changes in our community. This position will also be working with children that offend. We need people who have knowledge, experience and who are deeply passionate about whānau wellbeing. We acknowledge that there is much work to do but we are up for it. As part of this role you will need to lead, support and supervise a team of social workers working across these areas. There will be times when you will also be part of varying projects that occur within Regional Office. This team also works closely with Iwi and other government and non-government organisations, supporting our tamariki and whanau. The ability to build and maintain positive relationships across this area is of high importance. It is imperative that you are able to travel around the region as and when required. The role requires you to identify the professional development needs of your team and ensure they are supported to grow their capability and practice depth. Manage workflow and ensure that the right decisions are made in a timely manner. Everything you do needs to reflect the values of Oranga Tamariki, and assure professional practice is aligned with our Practice Framework, Principles and Standards. Partner and collaborate with peer supervisors across the region, including the wider leadership team and understanding the importance of your role in the wider operational setting. Ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Supervisor who is working as such in Oranga Tamariki as a Supervisor (or who has recently been a Supervisor with Oranga Tamariki). • A full, clean, valid driver's licence, • Full registration with New Zealand's Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) and a current Annual Practicing Certificate, • A social worker qualification recognised by the SWRB, • Previous people management and/or mentoring experience is essential, • An ability to build and lead an effective team and be a team player, • A proactive approach that places the needs of tamariki front and centre in all decisions and actions., • Excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing demands, • Knowledge of the principals and purposes of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989, • Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga Māori, and Pacific peoples' culture. Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. Our vision is to ensure New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapū, iwi and Māori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need. Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children has a commitment of putting tamariki first, we believe aroha is vital, we respect the mana of people, we are tika and pono, we value whakapapa and we recognise that oranga is a journey. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. Applications close 25th October 2026 however may be closed earlier due to application numbers. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Children's Registered Manager to reopen a two bed home in Kingskerswell. Backed by experts in our Clinical & Operations team you can deliver the best care to Children that need a loving and supportive home. This role can be shaped to how you want it to be and your working hours can flex around your own needs. At Cambian we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our children’s residential homes across the UK. Cambian is part of the CareTech family, where we work collectively to support every child to have an extraordinary day every day. Up to £50,000 DOE £5,000 welcome bonus paid on successful registration Annual quality and commercial bonus from £5,000. • As a member of the CareTech leadership team you will participate in a Management Incentive Plan that will enable you to share in the long term success of the Company. We are happy to discuss flexible working! Comprehensive Induction:To set you up for success. Management Development Training Programme and continuous development from our in-house Leadership Academy. Whose courses provide our existing and future leaders the time and psychological space to explore the expectations of a leader, with a focus on core behavioural skills. To motivate, empower, inspire and stretch leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in leadership and management, by reflecting on themselves and how they interact and work with their teams, their networks and the wider business. Competitive pay, pension scheme, and a range of benefits including: • Employee Assistance Service, • Recommend a Friend scheme, • Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out, • Long Service Awards As a Registered Manager our expectation is that your home will be rated as at least “Good” by Ofsted. In this two bedroom • Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs., • Develop a great team: Working with the recruitment teams support, bring in the right people for your home to ensure your success. Complete company induction and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to ensure familiar faces for the young people., • Foster Consultation: Develop systems to consult young people about the care they receive., • Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan., • Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the Home’s Statement of Purpose., • Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns., • Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people., • Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate., • Embrace a safe culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for at the best possible standard., • Effective Commercial Management of your home: Ensure you manage your home aligned to budget expectations., • Passionate about making the difference to the lives of young people in care., • Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years., • Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at point of application, if not then you must be enrolled on the Level 5 within 6 months of starting in post., • Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation #J-18808-Ljbffr

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