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To achieve this, the post-holder will be involved in work to support a range of key strategic and change projects, maintaining and updating policy, procedure, processes and practice guidance, to support the business in delivering a good quality service, while working according to policy and legislation and making the best use of local authority resources. In addition, the post-holder will provide best practice advice and feedback to frontline practitioners to support legislative and business process compliance. The post-holder will develop and take a lead on discreet aspects of process and guidance within the development of strategic long-term planning, policies, procedures and guidance, taking into account the views of a range of stakeholders, identifying challenges and designing and developing solutions to make evidence-based recommendations for approval by key strategic business leaders. This could include utilising a co-productive approach with customers and carers. The post-holder will work with operational staff and colleagues in Learning and Development to support the Adults' Services workforce with continuous professional development, to ensure they develop the skills they need in their role.What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced, and registered where appropriate, social care worker with excellent knowledge and experience of Adults' Services operations and the requirements of the Care Act 2014, other key legislation and strategic business planning processes. You will have the ability to translate high level strategic objectives into accessible processes, procedures and guidance. You will have relevant knowledge of advanced theoretical health and social care concepts and practices and detailed organisational knowledge relating to the provision of a professional social care service, dealing with very complex people related issues. You will have detailed knowledge of the wider health and social care legislation, organisational policies, practices and procedures and in-depth knowledge of specialist area(s) as appropriate. Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05404.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Meg Brownings (Principal Occupational Therapist) at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! 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This includes being responsible for leading on specialist areas of service delivery, ensuring that key developments are communicated to colleagues and that business change is successfully implemented.You will work as part of a geographically based specialist mental health social work team, providing a service to people who are aged 65 years and over, with occasional contact with people under the age of 65 years where they have a diagnosis of dementia.You will manage a caseload, collaborating with people and family or friend carers, undertake strengths-based assessments and reviews, identifying eligible needs and personalised outcomes. You will be working within a supportive environment to apply your social work skills to develop and implement support plans aimed at improving wellbeing and delivering outcomes, including utilising community assets, and ensuring that eligible needs are met.You will also need to be able to travel independently throughout the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public. Qualifications and/or experience required include:*please refer to job description for full information* Degree in relevant professional or equivalent qualification e.g. Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Diploma in Social Work. * Registration with the relevant professional registration body and responsibility for maintaining registration with that body. * Approved Mental Health Professional (it is a requirement to have AMHP qualification or to be working towards the qualification to be complete within 2 years of appointment and to maintain level of knowledge). Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05391.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Hiring Manager Paula Gunn at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37336 - £40221 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T09:44:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-18T09:44:49.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9b0201d7-7553-4dd6-a423-24941242f8fe.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1a2f2d09-15ee-4456-9d7a-52e5f11aa1bf","title":"Personal Advisor - Leaving Care","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Worthing, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"Salary: £33,945 - £36,648 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time - 37 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Based at Bridge House, Worthing Interviews: To be confirmed but will not take place before 11/10/2024 We are looking for a Personal Advisor to join our Care Leavers Service. The Care Leavers service work with our care leavers between the ages of 17-25 in their transition to adulthood. Personal Advisors support care leavers to develop the skills needed to live independently and to be aspirational in identifying and achieving their goals, including healthy living, stable homes, and good educational opportunities.Transitioning into adulthood is a challenging time for any young people. This is especially so for our Care Leavers who have often experienced trauma and may have complex needs including mental health, substance use and offending behaviours.To succeed, you will be able to demonstrate personal resilience, to manage the emotional demands of this role and support our Care Leavers who may have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, and discrimination. You will be able to demonstrate you are able to respond calmly and sensitively to our Care Leavers who at times may be presenting challenging behaviours and in crisis situations.As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including:<ul>\n<li>an excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>generous holiday entitlement (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role</li>\n<li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li>\n<li>volunteering opportunities</li>\n<li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li>\n<li>a range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform (see our<a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/business-and-consumers/supplying-wscc-with-goods-or-services/staff-discounts/\">Staff discounts page</a> if you are a business looking to offer a discount)</li>\n<li>health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans</li>\n</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>The OpportunityThe main focus of your role will be to act as a professional representative for Care Leavers by working with a focus on delivering services to those people who access or need the service, in line with statutory duties, acting with integrity, professionalism and respect on behalf of the organisation, ensuring at all times that the needs of individuals are paramount.About youTo be successful in this role you will have:<ul>\n<li>The ability to analyse and interpret people related information and data, allowing you to prioritise, negotiation and implement actions and interventions where appropriate.</li>\n<li>The ability to engage and empower Care Leavers and work effectively with these young people in crisis.</li>\n<li>The experience to work in partnership to assist the young people you are supporting.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, which will enable you to influence and persuade in relevant situations.</li>\n<li>Problem Solving skills and be a decision maker.</li>\n<li>The Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in a crisis.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with children, young people, and families.</li>\n<li>Experience of safeguarding situations and how to respond appropriately to these.</li>\n</ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.About usAt West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for all children, young people, families, and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for children, young people, and families in West Sussex that we support. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey.We have established a new and experienced leadership team driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan. We don't underestimate the work that needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening in the Care Leavers service. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to the Care Leavers in West Sussex - there has never been a more rewarding time to join!The Care Leavers service work with our care leavers between the ages of 17-25 in their transition to adulthood. Personal Advisors support care leavers to develop the skills needed to live independently and to be aspirational in identifying and achieving their goals, including healthy living, stable homes and good educational opportunities. Transitioning into adulthood is a challenging time for any young people. This is especially so for our care leavers who have often experienced trauma and may have complex needs including mental health, substance use and offending behaviours.Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05389. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.EC","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33945 - £36648 per annum + Local Goverment Pension","publishDate":"2024-09-26T10:17:13.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-03T10:17:13.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2d5bed2b-28be-4bc6-8391-0bd0bf9b704f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9e75fcd9-1e5c-4ea5-8b0b-d21599d3030a","title":"Administrator","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About UsWe are committed to improving our services for the children and families we support in West Sussex. In May 2023 Ofsted Inspectors praised West Sussex County Council's Children's Services for its 'relentless approach to improving practice,' giving the service an overall rating of 'requires improvement', with 'good' judgements for children in care and leadership and management. The judgements on children needing help and protection and children leaving care are they 'require improvement to be good'.Inspectors recognised the 'strong, determined and cohesive leadership team' who have made significant improvements since 2019 and their commitment and focus to make further improvements.The OpportunitySalary: £24,294 to £24,702 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time - 37 hours per week - Mon -Fri 8.30am - 5pm Location: Based at Durban House but due to temporary closure, currently based at County Hall - Chichester (Hybrid working available - minimum of 2 days in the office)We are looking to recruit an Administrator/Note Taker for one of our Children, Young People and Learning (CYPL) teams based in the South of the County. As an administrator, you will provide a customer focused and efficient administrative service, prioritising your daily tasks in accordance with team requirements and service objectives.In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a range of administrative tasks to a high standard of quality within agreed timescales. These are likely to include tasks such as data entry, filing, arranging meetings and sending agendas, collating information, updating spreadsheets, ordering stationery, processing applications and updating council IT systems.Some of these opportunities will also include tasks such as note taking at complex (often sensitive and / or confidential) meetings, arranging large scale events and meetings, co-ordinating statutory panels, collating and presenting information in a clear format, preparing reports and agendas, producing accurate meeting minutes and spreadsheets, and updating council IT systems to support service delivery.About youTo be successful in this role you will need to:<ul>\n<li>Be a great team player who can build and maintain good working relationships and who can communicate well in English, both verbally and in writing.</li>\n<li>Be able to produce accurate meeting minutes, non-standard correspondence and reports as well as being able to process financial details and figures.</li>\n<li>Be organised, able to prioritise work and deliver on deadlines.</li>\n<li>Have excellent accuracy and attention to detail and have strong core administrative/office skills.</li>\n<li>Have excellent IT skills and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software.</li>\n<li>Be both adaptable and flexible, you will enjoy the challenge this role will give you to meet service needs, where you will be able to work well in changing situations and embrace new ways of working positively and effectively.</li>\n</ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the relevant Job Description attached.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\">For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05395. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter, please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject 3 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. EC","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24294 - £24702 per annum + Local Government Pension","publishDate":"2024-09-26T10:13:47.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-06T10:13:47.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6d698e29-29bf-44bd-be52-f1f757cdebcd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1707bae4-0419-4a81-b569-fb17b766c179","title":"Care & Support Broker - Worthing","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Worthing","locationType":3,"description":"About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.About The JobSalary: £27,334 - £29,777 per annum Contract Type: Fixed Term contract until 31/03/2025* Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours, flexible working to be discussed at interview. Minimum of one day in the office. Location: Bridge House, Durrington An exciting opportunity has come up to join our Combined Placement Sourcing Team (CPST) as part of the health and social care system to ensure people who require supported discharge from hospital have access to the appropriate services working alongside lifelong services. Check out our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-the-combined-placement-and-sourcing-team-adults-services/\">Combined Placement and Sourcing Team (Adult Services) campaign page </a>for more information.Care and Support Broker roles are mainly office based with occasional travel and work during standard office working hours on weekdays between 9am and 5pm. You may have a background in health or social care already or you might have really good transferable skills from other sectors.We are looking for someone to join our dedicated team, providing support to our customers to access appropriate care and support services. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills to work in partnership with a range of different services and customers to support teams in navigating changing demands and ensure the best support is provided.As a representative for CPST we provide support across health and social care, and plan and source support for people being discharged from hospital and those with assessed social care needs.*Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover within your application as these are the short listing criteria): 1. Able to support the planning and arranging of customer focused and strengths-based services for people with care and support needs 2. Able to accurately relay information to service providers and health and social care colleagues to enable appropriate services to be sourced quickly 3. Able to organise / prioritise work, work independently, and work under pressure and to tight deadlines 4. Able to interpret intelligence received to determine risks and communicate safeguarding and service quality issues through the relevant channels 5. Excellent written, verbal, influencing and negotiation skills 6. Sound and accurate IT and keyboard skills Qualifications and/or experience: * NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject, or equivalent qualification or experience * GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy * Good up-to-date working knowledge of legislations and organisational policies relevant to the specialist area of the post e.g. Care Act (2014), Hospital Discharge Guidance 2020, Mental Health Act (1983) etc * Experience of monitoring data and information including financial material and using a range of IT and data systems * Good understanding of office systems and practices related to carrying out a health or social care role * Experience of influencing and negotiating with individuals, stakeholders and service providers- DesirableRewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05393.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Tamsyn Hicks (Lead, Placement & Sourcing Team) at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. 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The referrals and queries that the Safeguarding Hub responds to cover the full spectrum of life across West Sussex.You will work as part of a strong and dynamic social work service. In this role you will work with colleagues from all our statutory partners, providers and members of the public when reviewing and making vital decisions in relation to Safeguarding Adults.An ability to rapidly risk assess situations and engage with people who may be in crisis is key to the role. You will utilise these skills to develop and implement effective plans of support, aimed at improving wellbeing and delivering better outcomes for people as well as contributing to and developing skills in safeguarding. The hub will triage all safeguarding referrals submitted to the Local Authority, initiate all safeguarding enquiries and develop initial safeguarding plans.Hear from the team:\"The Adult Safeguarding Hub provides a team of highly supportive colleagues who genuinely care for and encourage each other on a daily basis. The team offers a range of training opportunities, with personal and career development promoted within the team. The role is dynamic and fast paced which provides a range of interesting experiences each day, and ongoing learning opportunities for practice.\"Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following:For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Key Skills and QualificationsFor more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description for this role. Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05322.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact the hiring manager . If you have any questions around your application or experience any issues whilst applying please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> or To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your application please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills and detail how you meet this in full as you will be shortlisting on this element) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. 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We're looking for Senior Support Worker to join our amazing team on a full time basis.Why not have a look at our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-directly-provided-services/\">Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</a> to learn more about the difference you can make!About The JobSalary: £30,296 - £33,024 (plus enhancements)Enhancements: Weekend working - Time & a half, Bank Holidays - Double time & Night enhancement (8pm - 10pm shifts) Working Pattern: Shifts on 4-week rotation which will include evenings, sleep ins & weekendsContract Length: Permanent (37 hours per week) Location: Ball Tree Croft, SomptingAbout YouTo become a Senior Support Worker with us you will be:<ul>\n<li>Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be.</li>\n<li>Empowering people to live the life they choose.</li>\n<li>Supporting people to have the opportunities to learn and grow.</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity.</li>\n<li>Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect of their care and support.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationships.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain their health.</li>\n</ul>If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached <a href=\"http://teamspace.westsussex.gov.uk/teams/hroc/Shared%20Documents/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profiles%20R-Z/Senior%20Support%20Worker%20Residential%20Job%20Description.pdf\">job </a><a href=\"http://teamspace.westsussex.gov.uk/teams/hroc/Shared%20Documents/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profiles%20R-Z/Support%20Worker%20Adults%20Res%20G3%20Job%20Description.pdf\">description.</a>About Ball Tree CroftWe are a registered residential service providing person-centred care and support for up to 15 people over the age of 18 who have a range of learning disabilities. We also have a lovely, covered courtyard area for our residents enjoy.We aim to enable every person to be engaged in their local community to the best of their ability. For some of the people we support, this could be through a programme of tailored support to build and develop them for day-to-day life skills on a one-to-one basis.Key Skills: (These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)<ul>\n<li>Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to monitor budgets and document activities in care plans.</li>\n<li>Ability to organise/ prioritise work, co-ordinate a variety of tasks in a clear and logical way and meet agreed deadlines which minimise the disruption to the business.</li>\n<li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of people and create effective working relationships. Ability to build relationships with people and ensure the views of service users are heard and that their needs are met.</li>\n<li>Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate and inspire the team.</li>\n<li>Excellent customer service skills and the ability to seek and introduce continuous improvement and innovation, for self and team. Ability to maintain a sympathetic and understanding attitude whilst dealing with challenging behaviour from service users and/or their families.</li>\n<li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues independently, planning solutions and make sound pragmatic decisions.</li>\n</ul>Qualifications/ experience<ul>\n<li>Minimum of 4 GCSEs, including English Language and Maths, or equivalent qualification or demonstrable equivalent comparable experience.</li>\n<li>NVQ 3 in Care or equivalent qualification or demonstrable equivalent comparable experience.</li>\n<li>NVQ 4 in Management or equivalent qualification - Desirable \n</li>\n<li>Relevant organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies in specialist area e.g. protection of vulnerable adults, health and safety etc.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of a wide range of disability issues and the needs of older people.</li>\n<li>Significant experience of working with adults who have a wide range of disabilities.</li>\n<li>Experience of involving service users and carers in planning, developing and evaluating services.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds.</li>\n</ul> How to Apply:Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30296 - £33024 per annum + (plus enhancements)","publishDate":"2024-09-25T03:06:07.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-09T03:06:07.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cc800867-5c33-410d-9f70-a4c82ca01f93.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0db1070a-3b85-42a0-a3ee-7b3643da133e","title":"Support Worker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Lancing","locationType":3,"description":"Our team at Ball Tree Croft (Adults Residential Service) focuses on providing the right balance of the individuality, needs, wishes and rights of each of our residents. We are looking for a Support Worker to join our amazing team.Why not have a look at our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-adults-residential-services-day-opportunities-and-shared-lives/\">Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</a> to learn more about the difference you can make!Salary: £11.79 - £11.98 plus enhancements Working Pattern: Part-time 24 hours per weekEnhancements: Weekend working - Time & a half, Bank Holidays - Double time & Night enhancement (8pm - 10pm shifts) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Ball Tree Croft, SomptingAbout Ball Tree Croft We are a registered residential service providing person-centred care and support for up to 15 people over the age of 18 who have a range of learning disabilities. We also have a lovely, covered courtyard area for our residents enjoy.We aim to enable every person to be engaged in their local community to the best of their ability. For some of the people we support, this could be through a programme of tailored support to build and develop them for day-to-day life skills on a one-to-one basis.About youTo become a Support Worker with us you will be:<ul>\n<li>Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be.</li>\n<li>Empowering people to live the life they choose.</li>\n<li>Supporting people to have the opportunities to learn and grow.</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity.</li>\n<li>Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect of their care and support.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationships.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain their health.</li>\n</ul>If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached job description.Key SkillsPlease be advised you will be shortlisted on key skills below in your application.<ul>\n<li>Ability to interpret information, such as service complaints, and then redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution.</li>\n<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills in order to provide clear and concise advice and guidance to a range of people.</li>\n<li>Ability to deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from the people we support, and respond sensitively to their families and carers.</li>\n<li>Ability to build relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds.</li>\n<li>Ability to work as part of a team completing shared tasks in order to deliver a service to others.</li>\n</ul>Qualifications /experience<ul>\n<li>Basic literacy and numeracy skills, in order to record and document activities in the provider support plans.</li>\n<li>Basic understanding of the needs of the people we support and their rights as an individual.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling - Desirable\n</li>\n<li>NVQ 2/Diploma in Care or equivalent qualification - Desirable\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or are vulnerable - Desirable\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of running group activities - Desirable\n</li>\n</ul>Rewards & BenefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.<ul>\n<li>\n24 days annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually. </li>\n<li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution*.</li>\n<li>A range of flexible working options.</li>\n<li>Maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.</li>\n</ul>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.How to Apply:Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£11.79 - £11.98 per hour","publishDate":"2024-09-24T10:34:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-08T10:34:50.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0ef88ebf-f350-49ed-a95f-0c4e549882bb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"81dd18dd-6239-4076-91c4-fb04ed5c9bea","title":"Assistant Residential Team Manager","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"West Sussex, Hampshire, Based in Horsham or Chichester, but working countywide , Based in Crawley, Based in Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"West Sussex County Council operates a diverse range of multi-disciplinary services for some of the most vulnerable and at-risk children and young people within the County, specifically our residential homes, which range from the provision of full-time care to short breaks. Blue Cove is a 3 bed home, that supports children up to age of 18, who present with a range of social, emotional, and mental health difficulties that arise from a pattern of family breakdown and trauma. Staff are experienced at supporting children with mental health difficulties, substance misuse, low self-esteem, self-harm, and anti-social behaviour. The OpportunitySalary: £43,421 - £46,464 per annum including weekend working allowance. (salary £41,418-£44,428 plus weekend working allowance £2,003 - £2,036, Sleep-in allowance £37.07 per night).Working Pattern: Full Time (37 Hours) Contract: Fixed Term for approximately 12 months to cover maternity leave Location: Based at Blue Cove in the WorthingAs an Assistant Team Manager, you will work collaboratively with the Registered Manager and all stakeholders to assist with delivery of ambitious outcomes for children, striving for continuous improvement in their social, educational and health development.You will have key managerial areas of responsibility, this includes line management of a team of staff, ensuring that they provide the highest standard of care to children and deputising in the absence of the registered manager. To succeed at the role, you will need to be a visible hands-on leader with the skills to build and maintain trust and rapport with children and staff. Experience and SkillsKey Skills: <ul>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence others and negotiate positive outcomes.</li>\n<li>Effective people management skills and the ability to provide support and direction to individuals and teams.</li>\n<li>Ability to challenge existing practices and identify innovative solutions within statutory requirements.</li>\n<li>Ability to effectively manage the time and priorities of self and others</li>\n<li>Ability to interpret and act on complex information and to produce high quality documents with limited guidance.</li>\n<li>Ability to use IT software to a professional standard for general office duties.</li>\n</ul>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul>\n<li>Significant experience of dealing with a diverse range of complex situations while prioritising the wellbeing of children.</li>\n<li>Significant level of experience within a position relevant to the residential care of children</li>\n<li>Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification.</li>\n<li>Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent. (If this qualification is not held, the individual must have achieved this within 3 years of appointment).</li>\n<li>An awareness of innovative theoretical practices within a residential setting.</li>\n<li>Experience of working within internal policies and procedures and statutory responsibilities </li>\n<li>Experience of delivering personalised services to children whilst understanding the issues affecting their behaviour and presentation.</li>\n</ul>Rewards and Benefits<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\" width=\"507\" height=\"193\">For a full list of the benefits, you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05390.For an informal conversation, please contact Theo Barclay (Registered Manager) at .To apply, upload your CV and Cover Letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41418 - £44428 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-24T10:27:05.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-20T10:27:05.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6b83110e-3f49-430c-a80d-c906d76e6721.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"484e2960-63d2-4cab-91ee-70e553ac45ed","title":"Dedicated AMHP Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Worthing","locationType":3,"description":"Salary: NJC Grade 12 £45,441 to £48,474 + enhancement of 18% Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours Contract Type: Permanent Location: Worthing Please note that WSCC offer a Relocation Allowance for this role: If you relocate for a role with us then we can offer a tax free relocation allowance of £8,000. We have the following permanent dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner grade 12 post available:*Rolling rota. This involves working an 8 week repeating pattern that essentially consists of 7-3 shifts one week and 2-10pm another and includes some weekend hours, bank holidays (additional pay when worked) with an enhancement of 18%.Please ask to see a copy of the rota pattern if you are interested.This role will involve a combination of going out to assess under MHA and working as a lead to take referrals and triage / prioritise according to risk.The base location for this role is Bridge House, Worthing but generally this role is remote working. Please note that the AMHP hub covers the whole of WSCC.Any questions or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / Rewards and benefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\">For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE04815.Any questions, or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> or Zowina Green <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45441 - £48474 per annum + + enhancement of 18%","publishDate":"2024-09-24T10:01:18.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-15T10:01:18.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/393e2eae-8d38-4033-b363-2ebf10e7ec7d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6f107112-5b53-4c5e-a2f8-e7514a12ed86","title":"AMHP Hub SSWP - Secondment / FTC","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Worthing","locationType":3,"description":" Salary: NJC Grade 12 £45,441 to £48,474 + enhancement for late and weekend shifts Working Pattern: Full time Contract Length: 4 months Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position. Location: Worthing The working pattern for this AMHP role consists of a combination of 3 late shifts 13:00-22:00 then 1 night 20:00-7.30 followed by 4 rest days, on a rolling basis. AMHP Grade 12 SSWP 30 hours per week (plus enhancements).The role will includes some weekend hours, bank holidays (additional pay when worked) with an enhancement of 18% pro rata for the late shifts and a 45% for the nights. The bank holiday's that are contractual will be paid with an additional double time of basic salary.The ideal candidate would be interested in the opportunity to cover both annual leave and sickness, particularly of the night shifts but also other shifts that form the 24/7 rota pattern. Please ask to see a copy of the rota pattern if you are interested.This role will involve a combination of going out to assess under MHA and working as a lead to take referrals and triage / prioritise according to risk.The base location for this role is Bridge House, Worthing but generally this role is remote working. Please note that the AMHP hub covers the whole of WSCC.Any questions or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / Rewards and BenefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05313.Any questions, or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> or Zowina GreenFor issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45441 - £48474 per annum + enhancement for late and weekend shifts","publishDate":"2024-09-24T09:54:09.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-15T09:54:09.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5708887b-655e-4a5d-b869-200c683853b2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2f6f7631-a19e-42c4-b12f-c683b63c1088","title":"Housekeeper","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Horsham","locationType":3,"description":"Housekeeper - Hobbs FieldHobbs Field (Adults Residential Service) are looking for a House keeper to join our team on a part time basis. Find out more below.Why not have a look at our dedicated<a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-directly-provided-services/\"> Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</a> to learn more about the difference you can make!Salary: £11.59 per hourWorking Pattern: 24 hours p/wContract Length: PermanentLocation: Stanhope, WorthingAbout YouTo become a Housekeeper with us you will be:* Have a keen eye for maintaining cleanliness and order.* Take pride in your work and be aware that your will be working in the home of the people we support.* A good listener, patient, respectful, kind and treat all people with dignity.* Good English skills to communicate with the people we care for, their families and the team.* Have an awareness of health & safety and show a common-sense approach to your work.About Hobbs FieldAt Hobbs Field we seek to create a family home for all the people in our care. We have an established and experienced team; we are focused on a person-centred approach to our care and believe in empowering the people we support to have as much in-put in their care plans as possible. We have a lovely garden for all to enjoy. We love our barbecues outside in the garden during the summer and parties to celebrate special occasions.The roleIn this role you will be responsible for:* Maintain the home to a high standard of cleanliness in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.* Cleaning residential rooms including communal areas, offices, kitchens, and bathrooms.* It's an active role - for example, you'll be lifting or carrying equipment as required.* You will need to be flexible to ensure the needs of the service is fulfilled.SkillsThese will be used to short list candidates to interview so please ensure these skills are clear to see in your application and your CV.* Ability to undertake a wide range of cleaning tasks.* Able to communicate effectively with the people we care for, staff and visitors.* Flexible approach to allocated duties and work as part of a team.* Sensitive to the needs of those we care for.Qualifications and/ experience:* Basic literacy and numeracy skills.* Basic knowledge of Health and Safety.* Knowledge of COSHH regulations. (Desirable)* Experience of using a range of cleaning equipment including powered equipment. (Desirable)* Experience of working as a cleaner in paid employment. (Desirable)Reward and BenefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.* Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.* Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and personal development.* Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution* Eligible to apply for a Blue light card.* Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.* As a Housekeeper you will be given online and face to face training throughout the year.For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05398.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Tracy Wheeler Registered Manager For an informal conversation regarding the application process, please contact Rachael Doolan (Resourcing Advisor) at How to Apply:Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £11.59 per hour","publishDate":"2024-09-24T09:45:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-08T09:45:17.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9b4964ef-a977-4fd6-b82e-2aa71c92c9af.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"89f8802f-6b74-4041-b08f-8c597b6ff984","title":"Senior/Social Worker - Hospital Team, Chichester","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester","locationType":3,"description":" Salary: £33,945 to £36,648 depending on experience Working Pattern: Full time Contract Length: Permanent Location: St Richard's Hospital, ChichesterAs an experienced Social Worker, you will be accountable for delivering a statutory social work service for those people who need it. You will be completing proportionate strengths-based conversations that enable maximum participation for the individual, planning, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries. You will be responsible for ensuring that you are up to date with key developments and that business change is successfully implemented. In the hospitals, we are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with individuals and effectively into the future, building on good partnership working with health colleagues. You will need to work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. You'll need to be able to manage conflicting and competing priorities while remaining resilient.Hear from the team:\"This team has the best positive culture in any social work environment that I have ever worked in. The managers prioritise staff wellbeing and ensure that staff always feel valued, listened to, and contained. It is a busy team, but you never feel isolated or overburdened as the whole team helps each other and the manager is always available to offer direction and reflection on cases.\" - Liz ZinyembaPlease refer to the job description for full key skill and experience requirements and information Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05380.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Coral Stokes (Team Manager * Adult Services and Health) at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33945 - £44428 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-20T10:04:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-04T10:04:37.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8ee2a372-8a73-4d44-b96c-054008638c4e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"446fd78e-2ac5-4900-82dc-52c469e0ab96","title":"Support Worker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Shoreham","locationType":3,"description":"Our team at Glebelands Day Services we're looking for a Support Worker to join our team. Within our day opportunity services we support our individuals to live the life they choose, champion 'ordinary life' and feel part of their local communities.Why not have a look at our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-adults-residential-services-day-opportunities-and-shared-lives/\">Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</a> to learn more about the difference you can make!Salary: £19,054 - £19,372 per annum Working Pattern: Full time Monday to Friday (8:30 - 5:30pm) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Glebelands Day Services, Shoreham by SeaAbout YouTo become a Support Worker with us you will be:<ul>\n<li>Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be.</li>\n<li>Empowering people to live the life they choose.</li>\n<li>Bring a passion, or skill to the team that you can spark some excitement with the people we care for it can be anything at all from painting to poetry, to crafting. We are always looking to inspire people & would love to see what you could bring to the team.</li>\n<li>Supporting people to have the opportunities to learn and grow.</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity.</li>\n<li>Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect of their care and support.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationships.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain their health.</li>\n</ul>If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached job description and see if you have the skills, qualifications, and experience to be a Support Worker.About GlebelandsWe are a Day Opportunity Service for adults, who experience a range of conditions which impact on their lives such as Autism, Dementia, Learning Disabilities and Brain Injuries. We provide access to tailored programmes of activities in a comfortable, caring, and valuing environment. Most importantly, we strive to ensure that everyone using our service and our staff have a great day!We have a skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced team who are working towards further developing our community engagement activities. We offer several gardening sessions our garden room and greenhouse are bursting with young plants. Music is a large part of what we do, as well as specific singing and movement sessions the service is filled with music in most rooms. Our afternoons exploring favourite music and artists are very popular. We are developing some exciting new sessions including, Photography and a Newsletter through which we are planning to celebrate our achievements and share our stories.Key Skills (Please note these will be used for short listing, please use these points to refer to in your application).<ul>\n<li>A basic understanding of the needs of the people you will be supporting and their rights as an individual.</li>\n<li>You will understand individual situations and be able to identify basic practical solutions. Be kind, supportive, encouraging and non-judgemental whilst building on people's strengths that support people's goals. Sharing communication at the daily handover to ensure there is a continuity of care and to write daily records for the people you support. </li>\n<li>Able to communicate clearly with the people who use the service and participate in conversations with family members and paid/unpaid carers and professionals/ colleagues from time to time.</li>\n<li>The ability to adapt communication appropriately and use suitable tools where needed (e.g. basic Makaton), along with being aware of the sensitivities of language when working with a diverse range of people</li>\n</ul>Qualifications &/or experience<ul><li>Please refer to the attached Job description.</li></ul>Reward & BenefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. <ul>\n<li>\n27 days annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually.</li>\n<li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution*.</li>\n<li>Eligible for the Blue Light Card.</li>\n<li>Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.</li>\n</ul>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.To applyUpload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£19054 - £19372 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-19T12:51:34.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-03T12:51:34.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5fe0a67f-8236-4a33-88b9-bcd2b6c50dfc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"426778cc-596c-4849-bb43-a822d92f9865","title":"Assistant Care Manager - Bognor/Chichester","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"About UsAn opportunity has become available for an Assistant Care Manager who has enthusiasm, energy, drive, and commitment to join the fast-paced teams across West Sussex.Working for us at West Sussex County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. This is a great opportunity for you to join us as an Assistant Care Manager. You will act alongside our social work Team and health care colleagues responsible for delivering a statutory social work service to adults in the locality of West Sussex.About The JobSalary: £27,334 to £29,777 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Bognor✅Do you have experience within the Social Work sector?✅Are you passionate about providing quality care to the community?✅Do you want to #BeTheDifference?We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative new assistant care manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant difference to our service users lives, although challenging the rewards by far outweigh those challenges as you will always strive for a positive outcome. No two days will look the same; you'll be working in at various locations across the county with numerous colleagues and patients from all walks of life. You will need to take an organised approach whilst exercising your expertise with knowledge of policies and legislations to support those in need.But don't just take our word for it hear from some of the current Chichester & Bognor Assistant Care Managers:\"Our team is small but tight knit with people from different backgrounds so everyone brings something different and there's always someone you can ask when you need some help. I am neuro divergent and it's one of the first jobs I've been allowed to be who I am. Colleagues accept you for who you are and special adaptions in the workplace were normalised from the start, and after my whole life of having to make do and work arounds it is amazing.The best part of my job is the amazing people I meet, the different situations they are in and how I can help. We visit people when they are at their most desperate and they don't know where to turn, it's a joy to support, signpost and point them in the right direction and it's up to them to take the next steps with a little encouragement. If you are thinking about a career in social work this role will give you a big insight, and the best advice I can give is to come with a practical can do attitude and a willingness to learn\" Debbie\"I have been working as an ACM for little under 3 months. The role is very flexible with the opportunity to create your own dairy. There is a lot of joy in the role, being able to support individuals in getting the care they need is very rewarding. If work becomes overwhelming, there is an approachable and welcoming team right beside you. My role consists of visits in the community and writing assessments, some of which are similar to care plans. Some days we talk to individuals who would like some advice before an assessment\". MonikaExperience and SkillsKey Skills:1. Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome. 2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines. 3. Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service. 4. Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.Qualifications and/or experience:* GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy. * NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable * Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment. * Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting. * An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages. * Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.Rewards and BenefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05386. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27334 - £29777 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-17T10:59:15.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-01T10:59:14.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/33246a77-9869-4f95-997e-0c03e3e26b57.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"04bddf5d-51b3-4dcc-94fb-f0b19c7f2dac","title":"Vision Rehabilitation Specialist","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Horsham","locationType":3,"description":"About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. As an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.Our Sensory Services team have a unique focus, supporting adults born with sensory impairments, including those present since birth or acquired at any age. We work with adults with sensory impairments acquired at any age (people who are Deaf, hearing impaired, Deafblind, or who are visually impaired). Many of the people the team work with also have lifelong physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, and brain injuries acquired at an early age. The team offers a dedicated, strengths-based approach to supporting people with disability that we know makes a positive difference. Whether we are engaging with people seeking advice, providing equipment or skills training, or starting a journey with people that may lead to a personal budget to meet complex needs, we are always looking to deliver the best outcomes.We believe the best staff get the best outcomes. This is a rare opportunity for you to join our supportive and friendly Sensory Services Team as a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - hear from one of our current team members about what working here is really like:\"I joined the Sensory Services Team as a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist nearly a year and a half ago. After working for my last place for 21 years, it was a big change, which luckily worked out very well. I have found the ROVI/VRS Team to all be very friendly, very supportive and have a lot of expertise. It is a great team to work with, and I also feel West Sussex value their staff and value what we do as Vision Rehabilitation Specialists\" Alex, Vision Rehabilitation SpecialistAbout The JobSalary: £33,945 to £36,648 per annum Working pattern: 37 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Locations: Horsham office base but role covers Horsham, Crawley and Mid Sussex. Hybrid working opportunities will be discusses at interviewOur Vision Rehabilitation Specialists are an integral part of the countywide team also made up of Social Workers for deaf people, and Assistant Care Managers for deaf and hard and hearing and visually impaired people. The Vision Rehabilitation Specialists work directly with people with a visual impairment from the office base is in Horsham however you will be regularly traveling to clients in Crawley and Mid Sussex including areas that are not easily accessible by public transport. Due to the amount of equipment (of a moderate weight) you are required to transport to appointments, including mobility aids and equipment for independent living, you will need to be a car driver.As a Vision Rehabilitation Specialists you'll be utilising your skills and knowledge to develop and implement a plan of support aimed at improving wellbeing and delivering positive outcomes for people who are blind (severely sight impaired) or partially sighted (sight impaired), deaf and deafblind. You will manage a busy and varied caseload by providing a statutory accountable social care service to those people who access or need the service. You will be undertaking high quality assessments and reviews as well as contribute to mental capacity act assessments and to safeguarding enquiries. A great part of this role is working alongside local voluntary organisations and building up good working relationships with them. The team have great links with the local eye clinic liaison officers and work together to benefit the people we work with, good relationship management skills will help you to succeed as a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist.Please note that we can only consider people who have a relevant qualification for this role e.g., foundation degree in Rehabilitation Work (Visual Impairment) / Certificate of Orientation and Mobility/ Technical Officer: Visual Impairment.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (these are the short listing criteria please cover in your application): <ul>\n<li>Good assessment skills, including the ability to ensure regular reviews and risk management with a variety of individuals, carers or families.</li>\n<li>Able to effectively prioritise work and meet deadlines.</li>\n<li>Able to analyse and interpret complex information and data, prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to others and use</li>\n<li>negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action.</li>\n<li>Able to recognise limits of own accountability and responsibility and seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</li>\n<li>Degree in relevant subject or Equivalent relevant qualification e.g., foundation degree in Rehabilitation Work (Visual Impairment) / Certificate of Orientation and Mobility/ Technical Officer: Visual Impairment.</li>\n<li>British Sign Language (BSL) - Level 1 or above, or a willingness to undertake training to achieve this.</li>\n<li>Valid, full driving licence.</li>\n</ul>Rewards and BenefiFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05290. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33945 - £36648 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-17T08:38:29.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-01T08:38:29.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5a12a6b8-7d84-4fcb-b6e2-159717c9bfc8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"65d84f03-3232-4feb-93bb-c168626b6075","title":"Finance Business Manager","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Burgess Hill","locationType":3,"description":"About UsWest Sussex County Council is in a period of change. Increasing demographic pressures, continuing challenges to provide residents and communities with greater levels of choice and control over services, and the tighter financial constraints placed on the authority, mean that the Council needs to change the way it operates.The role will be supporting the Safeguarding, Planning, Performance and Directly Provided Services Directorate: See more information relating to the Adult Social Care Settings: <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-directly-provided-services/\">Careers in Directly Provided Services.</a>About The JobSalary: £43,516 to £46,549 per annum Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Mon to Friday 9am- 5pm Contract Length: Permanent Base Location: Burnside Day Opportunity service, Burgess Hill. Hybrid working and county wide travel.This role has a base location detailed, we do operate a 'Smarter working' approach, this will be discussed at interview, for what works best for you and the team. Effective business management develops and delivers support to Directly Provided Services as well as the Safeguarding and Access team. Your role will enable our services to operate effectively & efficiently.We're looking for a finance professional with experience to deliver a finance business partnering model, which includes a full range of high-quality financial management and accountancy service. You'll be responsible for advising & influencing the service to make informed financial decisions & have a direct impact on service delivery.Initially it will involve working with Adult Social Care budgets. The service is experiencing a period of unprecedented change, where people are living longer resulting in significant growth in demand for social care services. Since we want to make sure West Sussex is a great place to live, the County Council recognises this challenge & has an ambitious improvement programme. At the heart of this is an aim to promote independence by enabling people to stay healthier & live in their homes & communities for longer. Linking financial data with performance information, & with a naturally enquiring mind, you will play an essential role in supporting the service to build a sustainable model for delivering adult social care services.The successful candidate will work alongside, our Assistant Director, 3 Heads of Services and 5 Area Service Managers. Within the Directly Provided Services we support 6 Residential Care homes, 7 Day Opportunity Services & Shared Lives, where self-employed shared lives, carers open up their own homes to provide support on a long- or short-term basis.Who are we looking for?As well as being a finance professional with experience of delivering a finance business partnering model, you will also need to be:<ul>\n<li>Strategic thinker - someone who can think independently and beyond the surface of a task/ issue to provide a strategic view and added value to the service that you support.</li>\n<li>Relationship manager - someone with the ability to successfully manage key relationships with partners.</li>\n<li>Critical friend - someone with the ability to challenge, persuade, negotiate and influence the service that you support.</li>\n</ul>In addition, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:<ul>\n<li>Ability to research, analyse and interpret information to make effective judgements to review the effectiveness of activities and service provision, plan long term and set timescales.</li>\n<li>Ability to identify and analyse risks, and manipulate complex financial data relating to large budgets in the region of £30m.</li>\n<li>Ability to anticipate problems, plan solutions and make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions and recommendations, which will have a wider service impact, particularly in relation to providing a varied and complex service, resource issues and partnership building.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of others and communicate information which may be complex and contentious. Including the ability to negotiate solutions across wide areas of the business and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to challenge existing practices and identify innovative solutions within the required framework.</li>\n<li>Ability to articulate problems and lead staff to a position where they can find and implement solutions.</li>\n</ul>Qualifications &/experience<ul><li>Please refer to the attached job description for the full list of qualifications skills we are looking for & this will be used for our short listing criteria.</li></ul>Rewards & BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.How to Apply: Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/ portability as required. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43516 - £46549 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-16T03:30:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-30T03:30:03.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/afb66787-0cdc-416d-8202-aabc8408f8ff.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"378244d4-1499-4667-a866-c8ff1de2857d","title":"Social Worker (Fixed Term) - Children with Disabilities","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About the RoleSalary: £42,003 - £54,533 per annum with market supplements included Contract: Fixed Term / Secondment Working Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week with hybrid working Location: Durban House, Bognor Regis (in interim County Hall, Chichester)Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.We're seeking a dedicated and driven Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team based in Bognor Regis. The successful candidate will be passionate about and look forward to being part of a team achieving positive outcomes for children with lifelong disabilities across West Sussex.As a Social Worker with the Children with Disabilities Team you will offer a specialist social work service for disabled children and young people with complex needs. You will work with them, their families and other agencies to understand and meet their assessed needs; supporting them to achieve their potential. Your role will include assessment, planning and interventions with children in need, looked after children and children in need of protection.You will have a Social Work qualification and an understanding of the impact of disability on children's lives. We're looking for somebody who is passionate about making a difference and able to use creative and personalised strengths-based approaches to achieve positive outcomes for children. You will be able to work in partnership with disabled children and their families as well as colleagues in Children's and Adult's Services, Education, Health and the Voluntary & Community sector.How We Support YouAt West Sussex County Council we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>\n<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child & Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>\n<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children. </li>\n<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee. </li>\n<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>An excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave) </li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans. </li>\n<li>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>\n</li>\n</ul>About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul>\n<li>Able to analyse and interpret complex information and data, prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Evidence of at least one year's experience post qualification.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li>\n<li>Readiness to work towards Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS) qualification at Stage one or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Valid and full driving licence or ability to travel around the county independently. </li>\n</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description below.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex we support. You will join us as at a key time on our improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced senior leadership team, driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan and implementing the Family Safeguarding Practice Model. You will be trained in motivational interviewing, to support our strengths-based approach to working with families and creating lasting change for children.We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be undertaken and the challenge ahead, we are confident in our approach and excited about the changes occurring. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05363. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42003 - £54533 per annum + local gov pension scheme, hybrid working","publishDate":"2024-09-13T11:36:22.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-27T11:36:22.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1c282419-505a-43a1-8d40-5ef870cf4aba.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9aaf2d84-e3d9-4f5d-867d-4febdf78003e","title":"Social Worker - Children with Disabilities - Bognor Regis","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About The JobSalary: £42,003 - £54,533 per annum with market supplements included Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time - 37 hours per week Location: Durban House, Bognor Regis (in interim County Hall, Chichester)We're seeking a dedicated and driven Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team based in Bognor Regis. The successful candidate will be passionate about and look forward to being part of a team achieving positive outcomes for children with lifelong disabilities across West Sussex.As a Social Worker with the Children with Disabilities Team you will offer a specialist social work service for disabled children and young people with complex needs. You will work with them, their families and other agencies to understand and meet their assessed needs; supporting them to achieve their potential. Your role will include assessment, planning and interventions with children in need, looked after children and children in need of protection.You will have a Social Work qualification and an understanding of the impact of disability on children's lives. We're looking for somebody who is passionate about making a difference and able to use creative and personalised strengths-based approaches to achieve positive outcomes for children. You will be able to work in partnership with disabled children and their families as well as colleagues in Children's and Adult's Services, Education, Health and the Voluntary & Community sector.How We Support YouAt West Sussex County Council we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>\n<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child & Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>\n<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>\n<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>An excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>\n<li>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page</a>.</li>\n</ul> About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul>\n<li>Able to analyse and interpret complex information and data, prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Able to work proactively as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>\n<li>Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Evidence of at least one year's experience post qualification.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li>\n<li>Readiness to work towards Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS) qualification at Stage one or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Valid and full driving licence or ability to travel around the county independently. </li>\n</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description below.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex we support. You will join us as at a key time on our improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced senior leadership team, driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan and implementing the Family Safeguarding Practice Model. You will be trained in motivational interviewing, to support our strengths-based approach to working with families and creating lasting change for children.We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be undertaken and the challenge ahead, we are confident in our approach and excited about the changes occurring. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05246.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. 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Through our Early Help Service, we will work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every person is supported to achieve his or her potential. The foundations for mental health, emotional control, doing well in education and parenting ability are all set in place in the early years; the home surroundings, family life and parenting are all important factors in determining positive outcomes for children as they grow and develop.For more information, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/social-care-and-health-information-for-professionals/children/early-help/early-help-services/\">WSCC Health and Social Care</a> section of our website.The OpportunitySalary: £23,500 to £23,893, pro rata £11,750 to £11,946 per annum Working Pattern: Part time (18.50 hours per week) Contract Length: Permanent Location: based predominantly in Haywards Heath area but covers the Mid-Sussex areaYou must be able to travel throughout the District including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.West Sussex County Council is looking for a Hub Support Assistant to join our Early Help Service.As a Hub Support Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring our full-time family hubs are safe, welcoming, and accessible for families, children, and young people. 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