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JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title:Locum Social Worker - Hospital Team (Children's Social Care)Speciali... JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title:Locum Social Worker - Hospital Team (Children's Social Care)Specialism:Children's Social CareLocation:Stoke-on-Trent, UKSalary:£28.40 per hourType:Ongoing | Full Time/Part TimeThis is an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker eager to make a difference within a Hospital Team in Children's Social Care in Stoke-on-Trent. Offering a competitive rate of £28.40 per hour, with both Full Time and Part Time positions available, this ongoing role provides a dynamic environment where your expertise can shine.Perks and benefits: Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing between full time or part time hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments.Competitive Pay: With an attractive hourly rate, your skills and dedication will be well rewarded.Professional Growth: Develop your skills further through hands-on experiences in a supportive and challenging environment.Work-Life Balance: Balancing work and personal life is easy with flexible scheduling options.Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and healthcare professionals, expanding your professional connections. What you will do: Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning for adults within acute hospital settings.Facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges in partnership with healthcare professionals, community providers, and family members.Complete mental capacity assessments and best-interest decision-making processes where appropriate.Manage a complex caseload involving older adults, individuals with physical disabilities, mental health needs, and long-term conditions.Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, discharge planning forums, and safeguarding discussions. Roles and Responsibilities: Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning for adults within acute hospital settings.Facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges in partnership with healthcare professionals, community providers, and family members.Complete mental capacity assessments and best-interest decision-making processes where appropriate.Manage a complex caseload involving older adults, individuals with physical disabilities, mental health needs, and long-term conditions.Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, discharge planning forums, and safeguarding discussions. Person Specification: Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to adult social care and hospital discharge services.Current registration with Social Work England.Post-qualification experience within Adult Social Care, Hospital Discharge, Community Teams, or Integrated Care Services.Experience undertaking Care Act assessments and managing complex adult social care cases. Stoke-on-Trent is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage, ideal for both work and leisure. Known for its potteries, the city offers affordable living, beautiful countryside, and plenty of activities to enjoy in your downtime. Come be a part of a community where your skills make a real impact and your surroundings inspire.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.Apply now to join Locum Social Worker - Hospital Team (Children's Social Care) in Stoke-on-Trent, UK and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.

JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social Worker - Hospital TeamSpecialism: Hospital TeamLocation... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social Worker - Hospital TeamSpecialism: Hospital TeamLocation: Stoke-on-Trent, UKSalary: £28.40 hourlyType: Locum, Full-time, OngoingJoin the dynamic team as a qualified Social Worker and work within the Hospital Team in Stoke-on-Trent, earning £28.40 hourly. This full-time, ongoing role involves contributing significantly to community care, making a real difference in people's lives, and staying flexible with working locations. Don't miss the chance to enhance your career while maintaining work-life balance.Perks and benefits Locum Job: Embrace the flexibility and variety that come with locum work. Choose your assignments and manage your schedule to create the perfect work-life harmony.Competitive Pay: Competitive hourly pay of £28.40 lets you maximise your earnings based on your workload.Cost of Living: Being based in Stoke-on-Trent means reduced living costs compared to larger cities while still providing all the amenities you need.Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional growth and development are abundant, allowing you to continually enhance your skillset. What you will do Complete comprehensive assessments and care plans to aid the transition of individuals from temporary care facilities to their long-term providers.Work two days a week in the office, with the flexibility to conduct home visits as part of the support network.Participate actively in the duty rota, ensuring that colleagues and service users receive timely help and interventions.Engage with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care and support plans, collaborating with healthcare professionals for the best client outcomes. Requirements Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience in social work.Must not have held a permanent social worker post in the last 12 months.Be prepared to offer a 1-month notice upon accepting this role.Rate of £28.40 per hour will be paid via an umbrella company and is inclusive of HPIL; this rate is firmly set. Stoke-on-Trent, known as The Potteries, is a vibrant city brimming with creativity and a rich industrial heritage that inspires. The cost of living is favourable, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of city life without the hefty price tag. Discover a thriving community, diverse cultural experiences, and an array of outdoor activities. Work in a locale that offers a perfect blend of professional opportunity and personal enjoyment.Working with Sanctuary PersonnelSanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.Apply now to join the Locum Social Worker - Hospital Team in Stoke-on-Trent and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.

Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.

Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire... Title: Step-Forward Foster Carer – Make a Real Difference to a Young Person’s LifeLocation: Cheshire EastEmployer: Cheshire East CouncilSalary: £1000 per week per child, plus additional payments for the child (child allowance, holidays, birthday and religious celebrations)Employment Type: Full-time | Self-employed Sector: Social Care | Education | HealthcareA Role That Changes LivesStep-Forward Fostering is a rewarding role that gives children leaving residential care the chance to move into a safe and nurturing home where they belong. As a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council, you will welcome a child or sibling group into your home to live as part of your family, offering them stability, guidance and the consistency they need at a key time in their young lives.Many children will have experienced trauma, disruption or separation. By fostering with Cheshire East Council, you can help them remain close to their communities, schools, friends and extended family while building the skills and confidence to move forward.If you have experience supporting children, young people or adults, particularly those with complex or challenging needs, you may already have the qualities that matter most. Step-Forward Fostering allows you to apply your professional or personal skills within your home, helping children experience the security and belonging of family life.You will be supported at every stage, with specialist training, regular supervision and guidance from social workers and therapists, alongside access to peer networks and a dedicated local fostering team.What the Role Involves: Full-time care for a child or sibling group moving from residential careProviding stability, routine, and reassurance within a nurturing homeSupporting the child’s emotional, behavioural, and social developmentWorking closely with social workers, therapists and other professionalsKeeping clear records and providing therapeutic, relationship-based care Helping children maintain family relationships through Family Time Who Can Apply to Become a Step-Forward Foster Carer?We welcome enquiries from individuals and/or couples who: Are aged 21 or over (with no upper age limit)Have the legal Right to Work in the United Kingdom (see definition below)Can provide full-time care for a child or children in their home (at least one carer must be present on a full-time basis if applying as a couple)Have a spare bedroom or bedrooms that can be dedicated to fosteringIdeally have experience supporting children, young people, or adults, particularly those with complex needs or challenging behaviours Do You Have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?To foster, you must be allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This includes: British or Irish citizensPeople settled or pre-settled under the European Union Settlement SchemeThose with certain visas or indefinite leave to remainAnyone with the right to live and work in the United Kingdom Please Note: You will need to show original documents before you can begin your application to foster.What you can expect as a Step-Forward Foster Carer with Cheshire East Council: In recognition of the complexity and level of commitment required, £52,000 per annum (£1,000 per week) will be paid, with a 50% retainer payable pre-placement.Weekly age-related fostering allowance for the child*Payment for birthday, holiday and religious/cultural celebration*50% skill-based retainer paid from date of approval until child placed Additionally, you will receive access to: Specialist therapeutic training tailored to your experienceOther benefits and discounts such as access to Blue Light Card & FosterTalk24/7 wraparound support & 14-nights of funded respite each year *In-line with age related DFE rates and weekly payment increased annually in line with inflationTake the First Step into Step-Forward Fostering with Cheshire East Council This is your chance to change a young person’s life and experience the profound reward of knowing you helped them believe in their future.This initiative forms part of regional Foster4 recruitment.Please Note: Progression is subject to background checks, assessment, and full fostering panel approval.