42 jobs found in Totnes

Support Worker: Veterans, complex needs    LOCATION:             Honiton and Exeter HOURS:                   30 hours per week – Monday to Friday (Required to work 1 Saturday out of 6) SALARY:                 £15.34 + Holiday pay DURATION:             Temp to perm    Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives? We are looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our team, supporting veterans and individuals who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide person-centred, solution-focused support to help people achieve their goals, develop independence, and move forward with confidence. About the Role As a Support Worker, you will manage a caseload of approximately 5–8 customers, allowing you the time and capacity to provide high-quality, tailored support. You will work as part of a wider team supporting individuals with moderate to high support needs across the Honiton and Exeter...

Our client Somerset Council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their children in need service. The responsibility of the Children's Services Function is to promote and ensure the safety, well bring and learning of children and young people. Within the Service, Children and Young People's Social Care Team provide services to "Children in Need", children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children "Looked After" and consultancy across Early Help Services. The Family Front Door Social Worker is responsible for triaging acute level of need referrals from professionals and families, gathering and analysing information, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations. The role ensures an effective interface between our families, partner agencies and Children's Social Care, to ensure that Children and Families within Somerset get the correct level of support and the the correct time. All Practitioners at the Front Door are office based for their intervention, assessment...

Adult Social Worker – Adults Services 📍 Cornwall 💷 £32.00 per hour 🏡 Hybrid Working We are seeking experienced Adult Social Workers to join a dynamic Adult Social Care service supporting adults aged 18+, including individuals with: * Physical Disabilities * Learning Disabilities * Autism * Older Persons Services The Role You will provide high-quality statutory social work interventions, undertaking: * Needs assessments * Care planning * Reviews * Safeguarding enquiries * Risk assessment and management * Multi-agency working You will work with individuals, families and carers to promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes. Requirements * Qualified Social Worker * Social Work England registration * Experience within Adult Social Care * Knowledge of the Care Act and safeguarding legislation * Strong assessment and care planning skills * Ability to manage a varied caseload Why Apply? * £32.00 per hour * Flexible...

Job Title: Disabled Facilities Grants Officer Type: Temporary Location: South Wales Salary: £21.14 paye or £27.59 umbrella an hour Hours: Full Time   BRC are working closely with a local authority to recruit an experienced Grants Officer to support the delivery of housing renewal and grant-funded home improvement programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), housing grants, or private sector housing.   This role involves Managing housing grant applications from initial survey through to completion, ensuring works are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to a high standard while providing excellent customer service to residents.   Duties: Undertake initial property surveys to assess grant eligibility and identify required repairs and improvements. Advise residents on housing grants and the application process. Prepare schedules of work, drawings, specifications and obtain contractor quotations....

Female Support Worker - Agency Work (Supported Living) Hoop Nursing & Social Care are recruiting Support Workers to work on an agency basis within supported living services! Females are required due to needs of the service users. As an agency worker, you can choose the days and nights you’d like to work - giving you the flexibility to achieve a great work-life balance. In return for your hard work, we offer: * 💷 Competitive hourly rates of pay: £13.00 – £16.65 per hour (excluding bank holidays) * 👩‍⚕️ A dedicated in-house team, including in-house RGN support * 🎓 Free training * 👕 Free uniform * ⏰ Flexible working * 💸 Weekly pay As a Support Worker, you’ll require: * A registration with Social Care Wales * A minimum of 1 year’s UK care experience * A DBS on the Update Service (we can process one for you if needed) Due to the nature of the client environment, an enhanced DBS check will be required prior to employment. If you have the relevant...

Our client Swindon Council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities Team. Job Purpose To provide high-quality, person-centred social work services to adults with learning disabilities, promoting independence, wellbeing, choice, and inclusion. The post holder will assess eligible needs, develop outcome-focused support plans, undertake safeguarding responsibilities, and work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes in accordance with statutory duties. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of adults with learning disabilities, ensuring timely assessment, support planning, and review. Undertake strengths-based assessments under the Care Act 2014, identifying eligible needs and promoting independence. Complete Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and Best Interests decision-making where appropriate. Undertake safeguarding enquiries in line with Section 42 of the Care Act and local safeguarding...

Immediate Start – Frontline Welfare Advisor (Charity Sector) | 40 Hours per Week 🚨 Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have experience providing advice and support in social welfare issues? If so, i want to hear from you TODAY! My client is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Frontline Welfare Advisor to join the team immediately. This is a fast-paced, client-facing role where you’ll be supporting individuals facing challenging circumstances with practical advice and guidance. 💼 The Role As a Frontline Welfare Advisor, you will: * Provide advice and support on welfare benefits, housing, and debt * Support clients with Universal Credit, Housing, Employment and other benefits * Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records * Offer advocacy and signposting to additional services * Work directly with vulnerable individuals in a frontline setting ✅ What We’re Looking For * Experience in welfare rights, benefits...

Oxfordshire – Senior Social Worker – Children (CAT) – £42.00 per hour plus £100 accommodation * Undertake high-quality child and family assessments to identify needs, risks, and appropriate interventions. * Manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely assessments and effective care planning. * Complete statutory assessments, reports, and case recordings in line with legislative requirements and local procedures. * Work collaboratively with children, families, and partner agencies to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. * Carry out child protection enquiries and contribute to strategy discussions and multi-agency meetings where required. * Use professional judgement to assess risk, make informed decisions, and develop outcome-focused plans. * Provide support and guidance to less experienced colleagues where appropriate, demonstrating senior-level practice. * Ensure all work is completed in accordance...

Financial Inclusion Officer Rate: £16.90 per hour PAYE Location: Hybrid, Solihull Contract: 3 months Working hours: M-F Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Solihull Council for a Financial Inclusion Officer for a 3 month contract with possible for an extension. The role is demanding as it will involve working in a target-driven environment, managing a caseload and working with households with a wide range, sometimes complex needs. On a rota basis, the role will be office based with supervisory duties. Purpose of the Role: The role is of a case worker to support and facilitate households with complex and complicated financial needs with the aim of enabling residents to: * alleviate unnecessary financial hardship * sustain affordable housing * maximise household income * obtain debt and budgeting advice A key part of the role will be linking into benefit services. The post holder will need excellent communication skills to engage with and offer support,...

Your new company An established and values-driven housing provider is seeking a Community Partnership & Engagement Officer to play a key role in strengthening tenant engagement, improving customer satisfaction, and ensuring residents have a meaningful voice in service delivery. With a strong commitment to community wellbeing, inclusion, and housing excellence, this organisation provides affordable housing and support services across the West Midlands and works closely with residents, partners, and stakeholders to create thriving communities. Your new role As the Community Partnership & Engagement Officer, you will lead on tenant engagement, resident involvement, and customer satisfaction initiatives across the organisation. Working closely with operational teams, senior leaders, tenant groups, and external partners, you will ensure residents are actively involved in shaping services and influencing key decisions.Key responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of...

The Community Partnership and Engagement Officer will play a vital role in fostering meaningful relationships with community stakeholders to support impactful initiatives within the not-for-profit sector. Based in Birmingham, this temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in public sector and not-for-profit endeavours. Client Details This opportunity is with a respected organisation within the not-for-profit sector, committed to delivering high-quality services to the community. As a medium-sized entity, they focus on supporting community development and fostering partnerships to achieve shared goals. They are now seeking a Community Partnership and Engagement Officer to join their team in Birmingham on an interim basis. Description To identify, prioritise, design, implement and maintain directly and in partnership across the business and our external partnerships, engagement activities and initiatives within agreed targets, timescales, and budgets. To...

Title Housing Support Officer Contract Length - 6 months Rate £19-£22 Umbrella Key Responsibilities * Provide housing-related support to service users * Support clients to maintain and sustain tenancies * Carry out risk assessments and support planning * Liaise with external agencies, local authorities, and support services * Assist clients with budgeting, benefits, and independent living skills * Manage caseloads and maintain accurate case notes * Respond appropriately to safeguarding and welfare concerns * Conduct property visits and welfare checks where required Requirements * Previous experience working within housing support, supported housing, homelessness, or tenancy services * Strong understanding of safeguarding and vulnerable adults * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Ability to manage challenging situations professionally * Enhanced DBS preferred or willingness to obtain one * Full UK driving licence...

Belmont Recruitment are looking to speak with candidates for a Rough Sleeper/Outreach Practitioner role based in Surbiton area of South West London. We are looking to speak with experienced Recovery Workers/Outreach Workers with experience within the field ideally or strong transferable skills of working as a Substance Misuse Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity to support the homeless population into treatment to address drug and alcohol needs. You will be; * Engaging with vulnerable individuals who are or may be at risk of homelessness and have experienced housing challenges, with substance misuse, alcohol, and mental health difficulties as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * Making positive changes in peoples’ lives, through a non-judgmental, recovery-based approach that values the strengths and choices of those individuals. The position is initially a 3 month contract position, working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm for initially 3 months, but the role may be...

Our client Shropshire council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Case Management Team. Experience: Managing a caseload of families under CIN, CP, PLO and court work. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, attending core group meetings, and preparing court reports. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability...

Social Worker – Families First Initial Support Team 📍 Location: London Borough of Ealing 💷 £39.04 per hour 🏡 Hybrid Working 📅 Locum Opportunity Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next rewarding locum opportunity? Tripod Partners are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Families First – Initial Support Team within a well-established Local Authority. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to children and families while benefiting from flexible hybrid working and a competitive hourly rate. The Role You'll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of children and families at the front door of Children's Services, completing assessments, identifying levels of need and risk, and ensuring children receive the right support at the earliest opportunity. Working closely with partner agencies, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding children and promoting positive outcomes through timely, strengths-based...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with experienced Drug and Alcohol Outreach Workers, for a position that we have available working with a Drug and Alcohol Charity in the Merton area of London. The position will include you carrying out outreach patrols across Merton, working with teams from the local authority and engaging with partners across the borough, you will be required to carry out assessments within the role and also when required carry out duty cover. The position is full-time, working Monday to Friday for 37.5h a week from the hours of 9am to 5pm - initially the role is a 3 month contract but likely to be extended past this for those that impress. Days: Monday - Friday Contract: 3 months+ Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. * Referal Benefit Scheme

Advice Services Manager 10-Month FTC | 4 Days Per Week | Hybrid Working - London £36,565 pro rata | Immediate Start I am delighted to be working with a respected community charity to recruit an experienced Advice Services Manager to lead a busy multi-site advice service supporting people with welfare benefits, housing, debt and immigration issues. This is a hands-on leadership role managing staff and volunteers, overseeing day-to-day service delivery, driving quality and compliance, and helping shape future service development. You’ll also maintain a small caseload to stay connected to frontline support and community needs. Key Responsibilities * Lead and support advice staff and volunteers across multiple sites * Ensure high-quality, compliant advice delivery * Oversee case management, reporting and service outcomes * Drive service improvements and quality assurance * Support training, safeguarding and team development * Work closely with senior leadership...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Please note that candidates will be rejected straight away if they do not have the relevant experience, e.g. if they just have Housing management, or TA officers, and people with less than a year of working in Housing Options” Main Purpose of Job To prevent homelessness in accordance with the provisions of the Homelessness Reduction Act, associated Code of Guidance, case law and best practice. To undertake a housing needs assessments for people seeking housing assistance and create housing plans tailored to the individual�s needs and circumstances. To manage a complex and demanding case load in a busy and often challenging environment and prevent or relieve homelessness through the provision of advice, advocacy, negotiation and mediation. To ensure that all housing options have been thoroughly explored to ensure best efforts to prevent homelessness. To undertake the assessment and investigation of homeless applications under Part VII of the Housing Act 1996 where prevention/relief...