46 Social Work jobs

Job Description Are you looking for a rewarding and flexible role? We are looking for motivated individuals to join our dedicated team of Bank workers to positively engage with our clients. Benefits include 28 days annual leave (pro rata) Competitive rates of pay for Sleep Ins Access to NEST Pension Professionally supportive team and employer Bike 2 Work Scheme Rewards scheme - Discounts of high street and online shops plus discounts off holidays About the role Provide recovery focused, person centred support to enable people with mental health needs to live as independently as possible within the community Develop trusting relationships with service users to achieve positive outcomes, be part of recovery support planning to help create an empowering environment which promotes self-esteem and enables service users to express choice and make decisions about their lives Support service users in the maintenance of their emotional wellbeing and...

Are you a qualified teacher with SEN experience? Have you managed a team? Would you relish the chance to escape the constraints of a classroom environment?  You will lead a team of Teaching Assistants who work 1:1 and 2:1 with young people who have autism, a learning disability and/or mental health challenges. We provide a bespoke curriculum for each student, working with them at home, in the community, or via our College partnerships across Milton Keynes. We teach the life skills each young person will need as they grow to adulthood, focusing on each student's particular interests and ambitions. You will manage the planning and implementation of the curriculum, ensuring a full educational programme is developed for each young person, meeting their learning, social, emotional and developmental needs.  This is a full-time role, working 35 hours a week. What we need from you You must be a Level 5 qualified teacher with management experience and have...

Are you an experienced Positive Behaviour Support professional passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live lives that make sense to them? A vacancy has arisen within MacIntyre’s Lead PBS team based initially across our children’s homes in St Albans and Leighton Buzzard and later supporting the setup of a third children’s home in the area. You will be supported in the role by the Registered Manager and Head of PBS and will work as part of a diverse team of seven Lead PBS Coaches across MacIntyre’s services for children, young people and adults.  MacIntyre takes a pro-active approach to PBS.  This means that rather than responding to escalating behaviours of concern, the main aim of the role is to pro-actively develop the skills of young people and their staff teams. You will hold, or be working towards, a professional qualification in PBS, such as a degree or Masters level qualification in PBS or similar, the...

o you want to make a positive difference in people's lives that lasts long after your shift ends? As a Support Worker at MacIntyre, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting adults with a learning disability and/or autism to live a life that makes sense to them.     You will be part of a core team empowering people to participate in day-to-day activities, local community events, to go shopping, take part in sporting activities and hobbies or just enjoy a coffee in the café. (All while staying Covid-safe of course.) People we support in Great Holm live in self-contained residential flats, as independently as possible. Please be aware: Some people you'll be working with have complex needs and may show challenging behaviour. Our specialist teams will support and train you through our positive behaviour approach.   You will need to provide personal care to some people. Some people require help with medication Quote from CQC inspection report   “People had...

Has the pandemic inspired you to consider a change in direction? Would you relish the opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s lives? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you to develop a career working with people who have a learning disability and/or autism. We support people across Milton Keynes, all with differing needs. Some are very independent, others need more assistance, sometimes with personal care. No two days are the same! One day you may find yourself supporting someone to cook their meals or teaching them all the steps involved in making a cup of tea. The next you might make sure someone can chat with their family via Zoom. Or perhaps you'll find yourself dancing round the living room to someone's favourite songs! Every day is different when you work at MacIntyre. You'll work shifts on a rota basis, including days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Shift patterns vary according to people's needs. We have a range of opportunities:...

What a heart-warming feeling it is to bring a smile to another’s face. But do you know what lasts longer than a smile? The feeling of supporting and empowering people with learning disabilities and autism to live a life that makes sense to them. Seeing the difference that YOU can make as a Relief Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant). Now that IS rewarding…. We are recruiting additional Relief Learning Support Assistants in Wingrave. Shifts will be during term-time only. Outline You'll join the team at MacIntyre School, a vibrant residential school for children with autism and severe learning disabilities. We're located in the pretty village of Wingrave, between Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard. You don't need experience, just patience, warmth and the ability to learn. Of course any experience working with young people with learning disabilities would also stand you in good stead too. You'll be a Relief Learning Support Assistant (Teaching...

What a heart-warming feeling it is to bring a smile to another’s face. But do you know what lasts longer than a smile? The feeling of supporting and empowering people with learning disabilities and autism to live a life that makes sense to them. Seeing the difference that YOU can make as a Senior Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant). Now that IS rewarding…. The roles are term-time only 38.5 hours per week (41 weeks a year). Outline You'll join the team at MacIntyre School, a vibrant residential school for children with autism and severe learning disabilities. We're located in the pretty village of Wingrave, between Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard. You'll be a Senior Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant) working with students aged 10 - 19 who have complex learning disabilities. You'll provide learning support to students and the class teacher, both in the classroom and during off-site activities. Classes are made up of 6 students but...

Do you have an interest in psychology or building a career in the field of autism? Could you support children with learning disabilities to live a life that makes sense to them? Then our role as a Support Worker at our children's home on the edge of Leighton Buzzard may be just the right fit for you. We love what we do and are recognised for our passion and dedication. Come and join us as a Support Worker and you'll soon see why. this work is so rewarding.. Outline You will support the children in the morning to get them ready for school, and then again in the evening and at night once school has finished for the day, helping with their daily lives and making sure they are able to participate fully in community activities and hobbies; interests that we hope you will share and nurture. These young people have complex needs and may show challenging behaviour. Our specialist teams and Registered Manager will support you to learn ways of helping them to manage this...

What a heart-warming feeling it is to bring a smile to another’s face. But do you know what lasts longer than a smile? The feeling of supporting and empowering people with learning disabilities and autism to live a life that makes sense to them. Seeing the difference that YOU can make as a Relief Learning Support Assistant (Teaching Assistant). Now that IS rewarding…. We are recruiting additional Relief Learning Support Assistants in Wingrave. Shifts will be during term-time only. Outline You'll join the team at MacIntyre School, a vibrant residential school for children with autism and severe learning disabilities. We're located in the pretty village of Wingrave, between Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard. You don't need experience, just patience, warmth and the ability to learn. Of course any experience working with young people with learning disabilities would also stand you in good stead too. You'll be a Relief Learning Support Assistant (Teaching...

Reference number: 44706 Title: Support Worker Location: Stevenage Salary: £9.00 per hour Hours: 37.5 hours per week Closing date: Sunday 1 November 2020 Interview date: To be confirmed Contract type: Permanent Are you looking for a rewarding job where you go home knowing that you have made a real impact on someone’s life? Sense has a great opportunity for a enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Support Worker based in Stevenage. This is a permanent contract working 37.5 hours per week.  About the role… • As a Support Worker you will support and enable people to live the life they choose in a residential setting • You will support individuals and encourage them to make choices, to express themselves and to develop independent living and life skills  • Supporting people on trips to locations such as swimming pools, parks and shopping centres In return we will offer you… • £9.00 per hour • Bespoke, rewarding career...

Full time & Part time Support Worker roles.   The Lifeway’s Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of support services for people with diverse and often complex needs in community settings. Our vision is to help people live ordinary, independent and happy lives through extraordinary support. Established in 1995, the Lifeways Group has over 10,000 employees providing specialist support services for people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, sensory and communication impairments, and acquired brain injuries. We do this through our portfolio of nine dedicated and specialist support services, which includes Autism Care, Brighton & Sussex Care, Care Solutions, Future Home Care, Integra, Keys Hill Park, Lifeways Community Care, Living Ambitions and SIL and currently support more than 6,000 people across the UK. Job Description Lifeways Group is looking for Support Workers/Carers for both full and part...

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire Permanent £10.71 to £12.11 Come and join our modern, vibrant and welcoming community! If you are a NVQ 2 or 3 Qualified Care Assistant then we want to hear from you! We have a fantastic opportunity available at our state of the art Retirement Village, based in High Wycombe.  You will receive a competitive salary of £10.71 - £12.11   plus excellent benefits package which includes; - Pension - Employee Assistance Programme - BUPA and Health Sure cash plan - 33 days including bank holidays Here at ExtraCare we offer our residents access to outstanding retirement villages, promoting care and lifestyle opportunities that truly do create ‘better lives for older people’. We are committed to offering fulfilling and worthwhile careers to all our staff – enabling you to deliver the quality of service we promise. Hughenden Gardens Village is set beside the beautiful Hughenden Valley, the Village can provide residents with a...

Hours: 37 Manager Email: Yadwinder.Chaudhary@milton-keynes.gov.uk Golden Hello: £2000 (G) - £3000 (H) Hours: Full time, (37) Introduction Milton Keynes is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and dynamic place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to that continued success than through a unique and rewarding career with Milton Keynes Council. So if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, make a move to Milton Keynes Council. With modern working practices where flexibility is commonplace and performance is measured on outcomes and results, alongside a generous holiday entitlement, you can experience a fulfilling job and great work-life balance. We are looking for Social Workers to join our progressive and strengths based mental health social care team. You may be a passionate mental health social worker who is looking for a change of team or organisation. Or, you are a diligent and competent social worker...

Hours: 0 Manager Email: andrew.woodall-buchanan@milton-keynes.gov.uk Hours: Relief, (0) Introduction Milton Keynes is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and dynamic place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to that continued success than through a unique and rewarding career with Milton Keynes Council. So if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, make a move to Milton Keynes Council. With modern working practices where flexibility is commonplace and performance is measured on outcomes and results, alongside a generous holiday entitlement, you can experience a fulfilling job and great work-life balance. We are a care service that provides support to Adults (18+) with a wide variety of care needs, enabling them to remain living in their own homes. We are looking for care workers to join the team on a relief basis, covering periods of absence within the service, enabling us to continue providing high quality...

The Lifeway’s Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of support services for people with diverse and often complex needs in community settings. Our vision is to help people live ordinary, independent and happy lives through extraordinary support. Established in 1995, the Lifeways Group has over 10,000 employees providing specialist support services for people with learning disabilities, mental health needs, autism, profound and multiple learning disabilities, sensory and communication impairments, and acquired brain injuries. We do this through our portfolio of nine dedicated and specialist support services, which includes Autism Care, Brighton & Sussex Care, Care Solutions, Future Home Care, Integra, Keys Hill Park, Lifeways Community Care, Living Ambitions and SIL and currently support more than 6,000 people across the UK. Job Description Social Care solutions (part of the lifeways group) are looking for Support Workers/Carers in the central Hatfield Area of...

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Permanent £28000  We are recruiting to a full-time, permanent Learning and Development Officer (for care) to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. We are looking for an experienced trainer who can equip staff with the knowledge, practical skills and motivation to carry out their duties to an outstanding standard. You will be rewarded with a great benefits package which includes: A competitive salary: up to £28,000 per year 25 days holiday per year (in addition to 8 bank holidays) A comprehensive induction programme Pension scheme including Life assurance Social Club Free on-site gym membership Excellent training and support In this key role, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the quality of care and support provided to residents. We are looking for an individual who can create an engaging learning environment, inspire and motivate others and have relevant experience in care. This is a...

Hours: 23 Manager Email: Garry.Lake@milton-keynes.gov.uk Introduction Milton Keynes is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and dynamic place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to that continued success than through a unique and rewarding career with Milton Keynes Council. So if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, make a move to Milton Keynes Council. With modern working practices where flexibility is commonplace and performance is measured on outcomes and results, alongside a generous holiday entitlement, you can experience a fulfilling job and great work-life balance. ESWT Social Worker L2/3 - 23 Hours per week Grade: G3 (32,029) – H4 (38,813) PRO RATA Annualised hours contract, £4,000 MRS payment and a 35% Alternative Working pattern payment. An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Family Assessment and Support Team (FAST) as a part time Emergency Social Worker (ESWT). As a qualified Social...

Position : Support Worker Location : Ugley, Bishops Stortford Find your place with us and help change lives. We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting over 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams. About the role As a support worker at Hft you’ll be supporting adults with learning disabilities to live the best life possible.  In this caring and creative role, everything you do will enable people to have choices about their own lives, creating flexible services that meet people’s needs and always looking for the best way of doing things. The purpose of your role is to give the highest possible standards of support to individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities, in all aspects of their daily lives. You’ll be helping to ensure the people we support: Build confidence to develop interests Feel secure and safe   Are provided with any personal care needed with dignity Increase...

Reference number:   44697 Title:   Support Worker Location:   Kettering Salary:   £9.00 per hour Hours:   37.5 per week Closing date:   Sunday 1 November 2020 Interview date:   To be confirmed Contract type:   Permanent Are you looking for a rewarding job where you go home knowing that you have made a real impact on someone’s life? Sense has a great opportunity for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Support Workers based in Kettering. These are permanent contracts, 2 posts working 37.5 hours per week. We will interview applicants throughout the campaign, therefore an early application is advised. About the role… • As a Support Worker you will support and enable people to live the life they choose in a residential setting • You will support individuals and encourage them to make choices, to express themselves and to develop independent living and life skills  • Supporting people on trips to locations such as...

Manager Email:  Laura.Harding@Milton-Keynes.gov.uk Introduction Milton Keynes is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and dynamic place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to that continued success than through a unique and rewarding career with Milton Keynes Council. So if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, make a move to Milton Keynes Council. With modern working practices where flexibility is commonplace and performance is measured on outcomes and results, alongside a generous holiday entitlement, you can experience a fulfilling job and great work-life balance. We have an exciting opportunity to join the Mental Health & Autism Social Care Team as a Relief Community Support Worker. The positions being offered are zero-hour contract. However, the current demand in the service will mean that there will be opportunity to work up to full time hours if desired. The team opening hours are between 9am – 5pm Monday to...