29 jobs found in Slough

The duties and responsibilities of Family Support Workers vary depending on the needs of the family they are helping, but their key duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing the needs of their clients Creating a plan of support for their clients based on a needs assessment Conducting regular caseload reviews with families and individual clients during home visits to ensure that there are no issues at home Ensuring adherence to standards and legislation for confidentiality, equality and diversity Managing their workload and scheduled commitments Keeping records and updating reports for their cases Attending court sessions dealing with the care and protection of children Working with Social Workers to determine a family’s needs when a child returns home after being in foster care. The role will also also suit a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking. You must have: - At least 6 months recent experience as a Family Support Worker / Family Assessment Worker - A recent DBS / or...

Our client Brent council is looking for a Social Worker to join their LAC, Permanency & Localities team. Responsibilities (depending on level) Provide a high-quality social work service for children and families in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Provide high quality child and family assessments in relation to children in need, those who require protection or those who are 'looked after' by the local authority. To prepare reports under supervision of practice assessors and/or qualified social workers to courts to attend court hearings when necessary. To hold a maximum caseload of 20 cases. To provide effective case plans for all children on your caseload and amend these when necessary. To regularly monitor and review the progress of young people. Keep up to date and accurate records using the appropriate information technology. Produce high quality written and verbal reports to a range of professional and legal forums. Benefits of...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

Seeking an experienced, motivated, and highly professional Deputy Care Manager to support the strategic and operational management of our care services. This is a senior leadership role within the organisation, requiring a candidate with substantial experience in adult social care, strong operational oversight, and the ability to deputise fully for the Registered Manager and General Manager when required. The Deputy Care Manager will work closely alongside senior management to ensure the effective delivery, development, and continuous improvement of high-quality, person-centred care services. The role extends beyond day-to-day shift coordination and requires active involvement in quality assurance, compliance management, workforce leadership, service development, safeguarding oversight, stakeholder engagement, and business operations. The successful candidate will be expected to take a proactive leadership role in maintaining and improving standards across the service. This...

Continuous Improvement Lead Location: Hybrid any MOJ site across UK - Ad hoc travel to meetings in London occasionally Contract Type: 12 month contract Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £515 Umbrella per day About the Role: The Continuous Improvement Lead will support the development, coordination and implementation of commercial policy, guidance and improvement activity across a complex public sector delivery environment. The role will focus on driving consistency, enabling collaboration and supporting delivery improvement through structured policy development, supplier and stakeholder forums, and practical guidance outputs. The successful candidate will work closely with commercial teams, relationship managers, suppliers and senior stakeholders to identify challenges, shape solutions and embed best practice. This role requires strong commercial policy capability alongside experience within construction, NEC and infrastructure-related commercial...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lead to support high-profile procurement activity within policing. You will deliver end-to-end sourcing and contract management across complex, sensitive categories that support front line operations, including firearms, tactical equipment, and specialist services such as dog units, mounted branch, and public order. Client Details This opportunity is within a well-established public sector organisation. The organisation is committed to delivering effective services and maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead end-to-end procurement processes in line with public sector regulations Develop and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans Manage supplier negotiations to achieve value for money Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and frontline teams Draft tender documentation and support business case development Oversee contract performance,...

Connect2Hackney are searching for a Strategic Lead for Corporate Transformation to join the London Borough of Hackney. In this pivotal role, you will support the Assistant Director to shape and execute the Council's overall transformation programme. You won't just be managing projects; you'll be embedding a culture of innovation and ensuring our services deliver the highest quality outcomes for our residents. Key Responsibilities Provide direction to a complex portfolio of transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing multi-disciplinary team of up to 15 FTE, including Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Managers. Build strong, influential relationships with the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, and the Mayor to ensure a "one council" approach to change. Use service redesign and targeted change techniques to stimulate positive behavioural shifts...

Head of Commercial - Capital Programme - UK Government Contract (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 London Responsibilities: The consultant will provide senior leadership within the commercial function and with senior stakeholders. The post holder will have operational control over commercial delivery by the Works Category Management team. Responsible for Commercial leadership in the Works environment alongside the existing Works Commercial Deputy Director, the role will develop and deliver Commercial Strategies for Capital Investment Projects, associated procurements and contracts supporting asset maintenance. You will act as the subject matter expert on NEC contract options. Requirements: Eligible for obtaining a SC Clearance Deep subject matter expertise on NEC suite of contract terms and contracting options. Procurement experience knowledge PCR 2015 Procurement PA 2023 - Course completed Open dialogue. Proven experience of leading a high-performance successful...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lead to support high-profile procurement activity within policing. You will deliver end-to-end sourcing and contract management across complex, sensitive categories that support front line operations, including firearms, tactical equipment, and specialist services such as dog units, mounted branch, and public order. Client Details This opportunity is within a well-established public sector organisation. The organisation is committed to delivering effective services and maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence. Description Key responsibilities include: Lead end-to-end procurement processes in line with public sector regulations Develop and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans Manage supplier negotiations to achieve value for money Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and frontline teams Draft tender documentation and support business case development Oversee contract performance,...

Commercial Category Lead - IT DDaT (Digital, Data and Technology) Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Category Lead r for an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background in Senior Commercial Management, along with the following skills and experiences: - Experience in conducting end-to-end procurement for IT digital, data, and technology (DDaT) initiatives within the public sector. A proven track record of procuring innovative solutions, including AI, data platforms, Software as a Service (SaaS), digital delivery services, cloud technologies, and infrastructure. Leadership experience in guiding and mentoring a commercial team to achieve collective success. Strong commercial acumen for negotiating with suppliers, managing costs effectively, and engaging stakeholders to foster...

The company Specialising in providing highways maintenance and management services to both public and private sector clients. They provide highways maintenance, cover network management, emergency response services, and traffic management. They have a strong focus on safety, sustainability and innovation, which enables them to deliver services and large-scale, complex projects in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. The role As the Public Liaison Officer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the works within the community. You will be tasked with building productive relationships with local stakeholders (business, schools, churches) that are directly affected by the construction and ensuring they are aware of what is taking place. If need be, you will help in assisting with anything that can be done to reduce the impact on their day to day lives. Your role will comprise of the following elements: * Identifying, making initial contact with and...

Interim FM Team Leader Contract: 3–6 months Location: Hybrid (3–4 days office-based + site visits) Sector: Local Government Overview Interim FM lead required to manage a district council property portfolio (community buildings, public conveniences, pavilions, offices). This role will focus on FM delivery, contract compliance, and supporting a live FM re-procurement, alongside overseeing minor works projects. Key Responsibilities * Oversee day-to-day FM service delivery and contractor performance * Ensure statutory and technical compliance across the estate * Lead and support FM contract management and compliance reporting * Support FM re-procurement process (specification, tender, evaluation) * Manage minor works/projects (e.g. refurbishments, car parks, drainage) * Provide leadership to the FM/surveying team Key Requirements * Strong FM leadership experience (Head of FM / Senior FM level) * Background in Local Government / NHS / public sector...

Main Responsibilities and Duties Make ongoing assessments of allocated cases to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of risk, enabling independence and need to ensure that service users are protected from significant harm. Responsible for a caseload of varying complexity, commensurate with ability and qualifications, receiving and responding to referrals from various sources. Community Care, integrated care programme approach and risk assessment to work to protect the safety and protection of individuals. Statutory reviews and comply with appropriate legislation, policy and procedures. Assess client needs in consultation with them and with other professionals and agree levels of support. The need to engage with people refusing a service who are at risk to self or others. The need for sensitive negotiation when assessing service users and carers where there is conflict or lack of insight. Effectively manage people presenting in crisis needing a quick resolution,...

Deputy Head of Service - Access & Duty Adult Social Care - Adults, Health & Integration £450 per day (Umbrella) Hackney Council is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Deputy Head of Service - Access & Duty to play a pivotal leadership role at the front door of Adult Social Care. This is a high‑impact interim opportunity, combining operational oversight with innovation, system‑wide collaboration and strong people leadership. About the Role As Deputy Head of Service, you will provide senior leadership across the Access & Duty service, supporting safe, timely and person‑centred responses for adults contacting Adult Social Care. You will work closely with the Head of Service, Assistant Director and wider system partners to drive quality, performance and continuous improvement. A key focus of the role is transforming how residents access support, ensuring services are preventative, strengths‑based and responsive to need. Key Priorities &...

A North London Council requires an additional Tree Officer to join its existing, busy team of arboriculture officers. The department is responsible for the management and inspection of the Council's tree stock and as such the role encompasses a broad range of duties including; tree inspections, specifying remedial works, instructing contractors and monitoring works, updating the in house tree database and dealing with the public and other stake holder enquiries. Suitable candidates should be educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in Arboriculture, be a good communicator and ideally have industry experience surveying trees. In return a PAYE rate of £23.45 is offered plus 28 days holiday (including banks). This is a temporary role which may become permanent after a probationary period

Job Title: Social Worker - Adolescents Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in adolescent care to join our diverse and inclusive team. Our organisation values equality and promotes an environment where all individuals feel respected and supported. The Social Worker will focus on supporting adolescents, especially those encountering unauthorised or challenging circumstances, ensuring their safety, well-being, and access to essential services. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs and risks faced by adolescents, including unauthorised or vulnerable situations. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide counselling, guidance, and crisis intervention to adolescents experiencing emotional, social, or legal challenges. Advocate for adolescents? rights and access to education, healthcare, and social services. Facilitate...

To lead and deliver the area service for the identification, analysis, case management and review of children with special educational needs (SEN) resident within Surrey who are at risk of, or are in the process of, an appeal hearing with the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal Service. This would include representing Surrey County Council at any appeal hearings as necessary.To lead and deliver a service that is in accordance with legislation, best practice guidance, agreed budget and resources and is appropriate to the individual child's needs. The role holder will help ensure that Surrey County Council provides a world class service in relation to the appeals process, in accordance with Audit Commission and Best Value indicators. They will lead a solution focused, client orientated service delivery model with the aim to reduce parental recourse to SENDIST. The SEN Management Team operates in a fast paced, complex interpersonal environment involving children and...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Practice Development Lead to join their team. Main focus * Provide support to Team Managers and colleagues who have NQSWs in the teams, including developing written policies and guidance, with the aim for them to be endorsed by HCC as completing their ASYE. * Support and guidance to NQSWs, this will be on a one-to-one basis or in groups, providing coaching, expert knowledge, training, reflective supervision, skills and practice development. * To develop and co-ordinate the ASYE training programme (either commissioning external trainers/partner agencies or delivering personally). * Undertaking and supporting the assessment of the NQSWs against the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for child and family social work. * Providing coaching and/or mentoring support for both NQSWs and experienced social care staff and managers. * Support the practice learning experience of social work students and...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding NH2 team. DEPARTMENT: Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Children Looked after Purpose of the Job To carry out our statutory duties and responsibilities to safeguard and achieve good outcomes for the children and young people of Hertfordshire. Main Areas of Responsibility To safeguard and promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people and support their families and carers by working with cases appropriate to your assessed experience, skills and knowledge: To manage and be professionally accountable, with supervision and support, for your own social work practice - to children, young people, families, carers, groups, individuals and partner agencies. Assess needs thoroughly and to a good standard - analysing risk and developing integrated multi-agency safeguarding plans in line with Working Together 2015: (url removed)/ (phone number...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Children's social worker to join their Safeguarding team. DEPARTMENT: Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Children Looked after Purpose of the Job To carry out our statutory duties and responsibilities to safeguard and achieve good outcomes for the children and young people of Hertfordshire. Main Areas of Responsibility To safeguard and promote the health and wellbeing of children, young people and support their families and carers by working with cases appropriate to your assessed experience, skills and knowledge: * To manage and be professionally accountable, with supervision and support, for your own social work practice - to children, young people, families, carers, groups, individuals and partner agencies. * Assess needs thoroughly and to a good standard - analysing risk and developing integrated multi-agency safeguarding plans in line with Working Together 2015: (url removed) />* To professionally manage risk to...