6 Social Care jobs in Garstang

Curriculum Manager - Health & Social Care

Permanent - Full Time

Salary£43,222 - £5,406 per annum (Band 8)

Application Deadline Thursday 2nd October 2025

Your future is here
A place to inspire

In a leadership role here at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here you will be at the forefront of curriculum development and innovation, ensuring our learners are equipped with the skills, behaviours and experiences to achieve at college and thrive in life. Here you will have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career, whilst leading in a large and vibrant college that puts its learners at the heart of everything it does.

Who we need

Nottingham College has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative and dynamic leader to join the Curriculum Leadership Team at its flagship City Hub campus, as Curriculum Manager for Health and Social Care. The Faculty Area covers a wide breadth of curriculum levels from pre-16 and entry level through to adult provision and Higher Education to 1000 students.

We are looking for someone who has proven people management experience in inspiring a large curriculum team in a dynamic educational setting alongside the interim Head of Faculty. You are confident in applying your skills and knowledge to providing high quality teaching, learning and assessment for a diverse range of students. As part of this role, you will support the Curriculum Leadership team to provide outstanding value driven leadership in all aspects of the development, management, and delivery of a fast paced, customer facing curriculum area.

What you’ll bring

A key focus of this role will be in driving the quality of the provision and the curriculum offer to meet the needs of our students, employers, and stakeholders. Developing students’ opportunities for progression and developing readiness for employment will also be a critical factor of this role. The successful candidate will be required to liaise across other faculty areas; support services; admissions; English and maths and pastoral services to support the learner experience.

You are an experienced people manager who understands the importance of creating a stable and collaborative work culture. This role is central to positively engaging colleagues to work towards outstanding outcomes for our students.

If you can demonstrate your ability to drive improvements in teaching and learning, resulting in good and better outcomes for students; lead curriculum innovations; and you have strong people management and line management skills, then we look forward to receiving your application.

The post will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria at application stage from the person specification. Please ensure that you have a look at this specification attached to the Role

Profile and complete your application directly from this, as these specifications are an integral part of the selection process.

For further details on this post please press APPLY.

Interviews will be held at the City Hub campus, week commencing 6th October 2025.

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £43,222 - 5,406 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 39 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave  
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme 
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Halton Borough Council are looking for social workers to join their Care Leavers team! Apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of young people aged 16-18 within the Children in Care pathway.
• Undertake statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation and local procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Personal Advisors, IROs, education providers, housing, health services, and other professionals to support the transition to independence.
• Ensure young people are prepared for leaving care by promoting their participation in pathway planning and decision-making.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments and prepare court reports as necessary.
• Ensure that safeguarding measures are in place and regularly reviewed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and reports on the local authority's case management system.

Requirements as a Social Worker include:

• SWE Registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Drive and have access to a car
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork:

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
• Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council
• Prompt and reliable payroll system
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get 250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place

Interested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

NOTE: Applicants must have a driving license and access to a car for this position - travel time will be paid.

The Belong at Home domiciliary service delivers bespoke packages of care and support, whether in a customer’s home within the community or within one of our village apartments. The service is expanding and opening a new branch in Birkdale, Southport!

Senior Community Support Worker

Senior Support Worker - Homecare

• Location: Morecambe
• Salary: £27040 (estimated based on 40 hours a week at £13 per hour) Additional pay for on-call duties
• Hours: 40 hours per week

Are you looking to take the next big step in your care career? Are you passionate about supporting others and ready to develop your leadership skills? Specialist Care Team is excited to offer an opportunity for a Senior Support Worker in our home care service. This role is perfect for Support Workers/Carers looking to progress into more senior roles and is a stepping stone to management-oriented roles like Team Leader or Deputy Manager .

Why Work With Us?
At Specialist Care Team, we believe in fostering growth – not just for our service users, but for our team members too. We are committed to your development and will support you as you take the next step in your career. Whether it’s through extra training, mentorship, or hands-on experience, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

What’s the Role?

As a Senior Support Worker , you’ll be working directly with service users as part of our hands-on care team. You will lead by example, ensuring that high standards of care are consistently delivered to people with learning disabilities, Autism, mental health needs , and more. While the role involves leadership, it is not office-based or purely managerial – you will be actively involved in day-to-day care and support activities. You’ll also have the chance to assist in training new support workers and provide ongoing mentorship, helping them grow and develop in their roles. You’ll also get the chance to make a real difference by ensuring service users live their lives to the fullest.

What Will You Do?

• Hands-on care : Provide direct support to service users, ensuring that their daily needs are met, and their well-being is prioritised.
• Leadership : Assist in training new support workers and act as a mentor to provide ongoing guidance and support to the care team.
• Quality assurance : Monitor and review care plans, ensuring they reflect the needs of the clients. Report any changes or issues to ensure that the service continues to provide the highest level of care.
• Care planning and support : Create and maintain individual care plans for some service users, working alongside staff and service users to ensure the plans are up to date and relevant.
• On-call responsibilities : Participate in a shared on-call rota, providing support to staff and helping manage any unplanned absences.
• Promote and protect the welfare of the individuals you support.

What Do You Need?

• A passion for care and great communication skills (written and verbal).
• Leadership qualities and the desire to grow and develop into a management role.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (we’ll provide training opportunities!).
• A commitment to our core values: ambition, compassion, innovation, reliability, and inclusivity .

What’s In It For You?

• Career development opportunities with mentoring and training to help you progress.
• A chance to lead and inspire a team while making a direct impact on people’s lives.
• A supportive, values-driven work environment where your growth matters to us as much as the care you provide.

Join Us and Make a Difference!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic, caring team, we would love to hear from you! View our recruitment pack online . Apply today at and start making a difference with Specialist Care Team .

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and encourage anyone who shares our passion for delivering high-quality care to apply.