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• To contribute to the development and delivery of Corporate & service strategies, policies and operational plans that secure the achievement of service and council objectives.
• To manage a caseload of routine and non-routine legal matters with minimum supervision.
• To provide clear, consistent and accurate legal advice to clients in the Council’s services.

• To undertake advocacy on behalf of the Council in courts and tribunals, where this is part of the work of the team.
• To draft complex reports and legal documentation.
• To deliver seminars or briefings to clients, colleagues, service users, Members and others.
• To research and analyse the law.
• To comply with the Service’s practice management standards and manage cases within that framework.
• To use the case management system and to record the chargeable hours per annum required for the post or such other outcome focused targets as may be set by the Head of Service or Director of Legal and Governance.
• To provide any performance data required by the Service promptly and accurately.
• To ensure that all work is carried out to the standards required by any formal arrangement with clients.
• To support the Council in achieving its strategic aims and delivering the corporate objectives.
• To play a full part in the team to which the post holder is assigned, attending team meetings, briefings etc and working co-operatively with colleagues.
• To participate in client liaison arrangements by providing information or attending meetings as required and to implement any client care procedures.
• To keep up to date with developments in relevant areas of law, legal practice and relevant local authority services and be able to assess the implication of these changes on the council. To take responsibility for self-development.
• To notify the Legal Partners, Head of Service and Director of Legal of any instructions or events that could result in a breach by the Council or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule of propriety or could constitute maladministration.
• To supervise junior staff when required to do so.
• To attend evening meetings as and when required. To attend and represent the Council at external meetings, Council committee meetings and working groups as necessary (which might fall outside of normal office hours), to advise on legal issues, governance and procedure.
• To work collaboratively with clients to ensure a customer focused and holistic approach to the delivery of services.
• To demonstrate and be part of an ambitious, agile legal team with a sound grasp of the bigger picture, including the Council’s key priorities and continually modernising programme.
• To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and character of the work as may be reasonably required by the Head of Service.

Children's Social Worker

Family Help - Safeguarding Team

Locum

Ongoing Assignment

Social Workers - 38- 4

Hampshire County Council are recruiting a Children's Social Workers in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams in Hampshire

Responsibilities:

• To have a mixed caseload of families spanning early help and children in need
• To co- work families alongside our Family Practitioner
• To work within a smaller defined location/ geographical are
• To build links with partners/ organisations within local communities
• Knowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute care
• Assessments of risks protection & social care needs of individuals, carers, families
• Undertake joint assessments to ensure all risks considered
• Take appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies & within legal & statutory framework, to protect vulnerable people
• Monitor, review and re asses care packages/services against identified risks

Requirements

• 3 years post qualifying experience as a permanent employee
• Social work degree
• Experience of working with children and families in social work setting
• Knowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute care

Benefits

• A 9 day working fortnight
• Annual leave of 25 days per annum
• A personal assistant, who will provide crucial back office support to free up your time to focus on professional practice.
• A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly.
• 5 personal development days per annum.
• Access to permanent vacancies as they are released.
• Flexible working options to fit around today's lifestyle
• 38-42 per hour umbrella rate dependant on role

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Qualified Social Workers required for a permanent contract in the North Westarea - covering Manchester, Leeds and Sheffieldareas.

You will be a registered Social Worker in the UK and ideally have experience working with Children's Services or Family Assessment Centres

As you will be regional, a driving licence is essential for this position.

Salary 38-44k pa

Further details and job spec available

Qualified Social Workers required for a permanent contract in the Midlands area - covering Birmingham, Walsall and Derby areas.

You will be a registered Social Worker in the UK and ideally have experience working with Children's Services or Family Assessment Centres

As you will be regional, a driving licence is essential for this position.

Salary 38-44k pa

Further details and job spec available

Ref/ 116120

Social Care Worker

Northfield, Birmingham

15 hours per week

£9,828.00 per annum

About the role

We are looking to recruit Social Care Workers for our care home Trescott Road, Northfield, Birmingham. We are looking for someone to join our team in supporting customers who have learning disabilities, additional health, mobility and physical support needs.

The role will include covering .

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Connect2socialwork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join various Children's Social Work Teams across Hampshire.

The benefits of this Social Worker role:

• Hybrid working
• Great teams to work in
• Laptop and training provided
• Low case load

Role Responsibilities:

• To use professional skills, knowledge, and experience and a range of interpersonal and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of risks protection and social care needs of individuals and carers/families, within relevant legal and statutory frameworks, agreed priorities and current eligibility criteria.
• Refer to other relevant agencies and undertake joint assessments where appropriate to ensure all risks and needs are considered.
• To arrange, provide or purchase appropriate services/care within the Departments agreed priorities and resource framework to reflect best value principals and to comply with legislation and statutory duties.
• Take appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies and within legal and statutory framework, to protect vulnerable people.
• Manage an agreed case load in accordance with statutory and Departmental procedures and objectives, and professional good practice to enable individuals to achieve goals and maximise their strengths
• Monitor, review and reassess care packages/services against identified risks, needs, and objectives to ensure the continued effectiveness in achieving required or wanted outcomes.
• Make appropriate use of paper and computerised case recording systems to and effectively contribute to professional case management and comply with current legislation and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Records should be accessible to individuals, colleagues and managers as appropriate.
• Produce reports as required which comply with statutory and Departmental procedures and capture and analyse information clearly and guide decision making and case management.
• Ensure knowledge of benefits, fees and allowances is current and advise individuals how to access them in order to achieve maximum independence and manage expectations and demands.

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*

Connect2Staff/Connect2Kent, part of Commercial Services Trading/Kent Ltd, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Harrow have Social Worker graded roles (permanent) in the following Adult's Teams, please contact me for more info.

Safeguarding

Mental Health

Learning Disabilities

Transitions

Review

Integrated Neighbourhood

Harrow have Social Worker graded roles (permanent) in the following Adult's Teams, please contact me for more info.

Safeguarding

Mental Health

Learning Disabilities

Transitions

Review

Integrated Neighbourhood

Daring to deliver social care differently.  

Together, we’re shaping adult social care for the future,  The Oxfordshire Way .  

A role with a difference.  

Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire by helping them to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible.   

The people we support are at the heart of all we do.  By listening to people and building on their strengths and aspirations, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want.    

" We have the opportunity to question our thinking, be creative, and not feel limited by standard processes. We're encouraged to put the person at the centre, ensuring their voice is the loudest while balancing risks and safety needs. " Emma  

By encouraging innovation in our services and developing our community networks, we’re empowering our colleagues to find creative support solutions for people. We know that people value getting to know the team supporting them, and we actively help our colleagues to build relationships with people and partners in the heart of their communities.  Read more .  

" We’re always open to new ideas and regularly share our experiences and knowledge. We have weekly team get-togethers and monthly formal meetings, along with both peer and individual supervision. We’re committed to continuous learning and are very open in our approach. "  David  

Celebrating innovation and excellence.  

" We’re always looking for innovative ways to deliver social care, putting the people we support at the heart of what we do. "  Jennifer  

Learn more about how we’re shaping the future of adult social care. Discover our award-winning initiative,  “Cheers M’ Dears”  which fosters friendship at Banbury’s newest ‘pub,’ and explore how  robots  are being used in Oxfordshire to research the importance of touch .   

How we give back to you.  

We are dedicated to transforming the way we support our frontline social workers, ensuring the best outcomes for every individual we work with. Our commitment includes meaningful supervision, ongoing continuous professional development, and manageable caseloads, allowing you to bring your best self to your work.  

“ I’ve never been in a role with such a supportive team. ”  Hannah  

“ We’re a well-staffed team that supports each other tremendously ” -  Funmi  

• Flexible Working: Balance your professional and personal life.
• Agile Technology: Tools to support agile working.
• Generous Holidays: Up to 33 days per year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
• Relocation Package : Up to £8k to support you in moving closer to Oxfordshire.
• Wellbeing Tools: cess resources like Headspace, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support.
• Pension Scheme: Local Government contributory pension with up to 19.9% employer contribution.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for family needs.
• Discounts: Local and national shopping and travel discounts to support everyday living.
• Learning & Development: Continuous professional development and career pathways, including job share and secondment opportunities.

“ My journey is a testament to Oxfordshire County Council’s commitment to nurturing talent and providing avenues for professional development. "  Jen  

About you.

You’re free-thinking and brave, and that sets you apart. You’ll be supportive and energised; if it can be done differently, you’ll find answers through exploration and courage. Just as importantly, you will embody our values in everything you do:

• Always learning : You continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law. 
• Be Kind and Care : You have an understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.  
• Equality and integrity in all you do: You have a commitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome .
• Taking responsibility : You are a self-leader who has the passion to promote people’s strengths to gain the best outcomes for people.  
• Daring to do it differently : You find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.

Where Progress, Diversity, and Ambition Come Together.  

Together, we’re the moment makers and we’re focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you’ll look around and say, “I make a difference”. Because we’re all creating lasting change to people’s lives in Oxfordshire.  

At its heart is our Oxfordshire Way  vision, to enable people to live well and independently in their own communities .  

Everyday you’ll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We’re not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives.  

We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself – while raising the bar for the future of adult social care.  

Are you in?

" We’re saying come and be part of the team and learn all about how we deliver Adult Social Care and in return we’re going to support you to develop, what I believe is, a fulfilling career in social work.  "  Fiona  

Listen to our Adult Social Care podcast!

You’ll hear from our incredible colleagues who live our core value of “daring to do it differently” as we explore the transformative power of innovative care practices and celebrate the dedication of those who make a difference every day.  Listen here .

Would you like to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Wendy Somerville on  

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Our commitment to:
 Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
 Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
 
Our commitment to:
 Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
 
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