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JOB-20241107-791d94d2Senior Social Worker – Mental Health Team Specialism: Adult Mental Health Socia... JOB-20241107-791d94d2Senior Social Worker – Mental Health Team Specialism: Adult Mental Health Social Work Location: Harrow, North West London Salary: Up to £50,691 annually (Permanent) Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Mental Health Team within the vibrant community of Harrow. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to transform lives, delivering exceptional social work practice for adults with complex mental health needs.This role offers a competitive salary with flexible work options, welcoming both full-time and part-time applicants. Become part of a supportive, innovative team that fosters professional growth and encourages new ideas in the field of mental health social work. Perks and Benefits: Flexible Working: Full-time and part-time options available, promoting work-life balance.Continuous Professional Development: Stay at the forefront of social work practice with ongoing training and learning opportunities.Pension Scheme: Secure your future with an excellent pension plan.Supportive Work Environment: Join a collaborative team that offers mentorship and professional guidance.Additional Leave: Generous annual leave entitlement to support your well-being. Role Purpose: To deliver high-quality social work practice within the Mental Health Team, supporting adults with complex mental health needs. This includes assessments, care planning, and interventions to promote recovery, independence, and safeguarding. What You Will Do: Assessment and Intervention: Conduct comprehensive assessments of adults with mental health needs in line with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended).Develop and implement individualized care and support plans to promote mental well-being and recovery.Undertake mental capacity assessments and support best interest decision-making when required. Case Management: Manage a complex caseload of adults with mental health conditions, ensuring timely interventions and effective service delivery.Maintain accurate case records and documentation in compliance with statutory guidelines and local policies.Monitor and review care plans regularly, ensuring they remain responsive to changing needs. Safeguarding: Identify, investigate, and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring the implementation of appropriate protection measures.Participate in multi-agency safeguarding processes and contribute to safeguarding enquiries. Collaboration and Partnership: Work closely with health professionals, housing services, voluntary organisations, and other agencies to deliver integrated mental health support.Engage service users, carers, and families, ensuring their views shape care planning and decision-making. Leadership and Development: Provide mentorship, support, and guidance to junior staff and social work students.Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and continuous professional development.Contribute to service improvement initiatives and best practice development within the Mental Health Team. Requirements: Essential: Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).Registered with Social Work England.Significant post-qualification experience working in adult mental health services.Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983, and Mental Capacity Act 2005.Excellent assessment, decision-making, and communication skills.Ability to independently manage a complex caseload effectively. Desirable: Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification or willingness to undertake AMHP training.Experience in integrated health and social care settings. Key Competencies: Person-Centred Approach: Commitment to strengths-based mental health social work.Multi-Agency Collaboration: Skilled in partnership working to provide holistic care.Organisational Skills: Ability to prioritise, manage time, and work under pressure.Inclusivity: Dedication to equality, diversity, and inclusive practices. Why Work in Harrow? Harrow is a diverse and thriving borough offering the best of city life and community spirit. With excellent transport links, local amenities, and beautiful green spaces, Harrow provides an ideal environment for both professional growth and personal well-being. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Award-Winning Agency: Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot with 1,000+ reviews.Tailored Support: We prioritize matching your skills with the best opportunities.Competitive Rates: Ensuring you receive a salary reflective of your experience and dedication. Take the next step in your career – apply today and make a meaningful impact in adult mental health social work!

JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker - Children with Disabilities - Harrow - £37.52 p/h - Ongoing cont... JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker - Children with Disabilities - Harrow - £37.52 p/h - Ongoing contractThe London Borough of Harrow is searching for a Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities (CWD) team. Located in Harrow on Station Rd (HA1 2XY), this exciting opportunity offers an attractive hourly rate of £37.52 and is open-ended. Full-time hours are from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with flexible arrangements available to suit your lifestyle, such as working four longer days or part-time hours if preferred.Perks and benefits:This role not only offers the flexibility that comes with locum work, such as being in control of your schedule and the ability to experience different working environments, but it also comes with unique benefits. Enjoy professional development opportunities that can boost your career, access to a supportive and experienced team making every day a rewarding experience, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families—a perk most jobs cannot offer. Additionally, Harrow boasts great transport links, making your commute stress-free and efficient.What you will do:- Arrange respite breaks for families, ensuring both the child and family receive much-needed support- Conduct statutory visits at home to promote wellbeing and safeguard children- Carry out initial and comprehensive assessments to identify specific needs- Arrange and review care plans, tailoring them to fit individual requirements- Collaborate with professionals such as occupational therapists to enhance service delivery- Organise direct payments to facilitate better care solutions- Perform risk assessments to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children- Attend reviews and meetings for children who are looked after, advocating on their behalf- Undertake parenting assessments to provide necessary support and guidance- Coordinate and participate in core group meetings, ensuring effective case management- Manage section 47 enquiries and educational needs assessments to uphold best practicesRequirements of the Social Worker role include a degree or equivalent qualification in social work, current Social Work England registration, and significant frontline experience in social services within the UK.Harrow is a fantastic place to live and work. Known for its vibrant community and cultural diversity, you'll find plenty of parks, restaurants, and shopping destinations to explore. The mix of urban and suburban vibes, along with excellent schools and community services, makes Harrow a warm and welcoming environment for residents and professionals alike. Join us in making a positive impact in this dynamic borough!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.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker – First Response Team Location: Harrow, UK Sala... JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker – First Response Team Location: Harrow, UK Salary: £37.52 per hour Salary Type: Hourly Type: Ongoing Locum Working Pattern: Full Time (Part Time Considered)Social Worker – First Response Team An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the First Response Team in the London Borough of Harrow. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £37.52 alongside excellent flexibility. Based on Station Road, Harrow, core hours are 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times available. Part-time and condensed working options can also be considered, allowing you to tailor your role around your lifestyle.Perks and benefits Locum Job: Enjoy the freedom and variety of locum work while broadening your experience across diverse cases Competitive Pay: £37.52 per hour, reflecting your skills and expertise Flexible Working: Options for condensed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and part-time working Professional Development: Ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your career progression What you will do Conduct comprehensive assessments for children in need, including child protection, children in care, public law proceedings, and private law cases as directed by the Court Manage assessment, planning, monitoring, and review processes for allocated children and families Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and promote the welfare of children Provide timely guidance, support, and intervention to families to achieve positive outcomes Why Harrow? Harrow offers a vibrant and diverse community with the perfect balance of urban and suburban living. With excellent transport links, a wide range of shops and restaurants, and a rich cultural scene, it is an ideal place to live and work. You will be part of a supportive borough where your contribution truly makes a difference to children and families.Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to securing the best possible rates and matching professionals with roles that align with their skills and experience.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new p... JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for an Adult Duty Social Worker to work full time based in Harrow. The salary for this permanent Adult Duty Social Worker job is up to £40,233 per annum. Main duties: To work in a strength-based way with adults and their families and carers, including those who are terminally ill. This includes working with multi-disciplinary colleagues, providing advice and information, working with community supports and liaison with other agencies, seeking the help of other professionals as necessary.To have person-centred conversations with people and carers in a timely way evaluating the level of risk and an evidence-based analysis of need whilst promoting independence in accordance with agreed criteria and divisional policies.To assess for and provide equipment and minor adaptations to promote independence, and to monitor these as necessary, seeking advice where appropriate.Where services are required, to make recommendations for innovative, cost effective and quality care packages to promote independence, to obtain authorisation from the relevant budget holder and arrange the provision of services.To maintain and take responsibility for effectively managing a personal caseload including complex cases in consultation with the Team Manager.To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team liaising with other professionals including health and the voluntary sector ensuring that there is the fullest co-operation with other team members, to provide an easily accessible service geared to meeting people’s needs.To liaise with staff throughout social services as well as other departments of the local authority and to liaise with statutory, voluntary, and independent organisations to ensure that working relationships are maintained, developed, and strengthened.To prepare and present reports in a clear and concise and logical way and to a high standard, which contribute to multi-agency and multi-agency and multiple disciplinary conferences and meetings and court hearings and attend these forums.To undertake any other duties that may be required commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post. Requirements of this Adult Duty Social Worker job: Social work qualification with registration with Social Work England.Experience in managing social work caseloads and supervising others.Experience of community and/or group work.Knowledge of children’s health and social care systems, agencies, and relevant legislation. Contact: This Adult Duty Social Worker job is advertised by Zehnn Young; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. 

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with disabil... JOB-20241107-791d94d2Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with disabilities? We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our dynamic team in a vibrant borough just outside the heart of London. With a competitive salary range of £42,414 to £50,691 annually, this full-time, permanent role offers the chance to work within a supportive community dedicated to making a real difference. Our forward-thinking environment fosters growth and collaboration, making it the perfect place for those looking to advance their career in social work. Perks and Benefits: - Permanent Position: Enjoy the stability and security that comes with a permanent role, allowing you to focus on what truly matters - impacting lives. - Full-Time Employment: Engage fully in your role and immerse yourself in the community you serve with a full-time opportunity. - Professional Development: Access ongoing training and support to expand your skills and knowledge within the field. - Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements to maintain harmony between your professional and personal life. - Collaborative Environment: Join a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to integrated support and innovative solutions. What you will do: - Conduct specialist needs assessments, such as Single Assessments and Children in Need evaluations, ensuring comprehensive and child-centred care plans are developed. - Prepare detailed care and support plans, addressing a wide range of needs including health, education, transitions, respite, and family support. - Regularly review care packages, budgets, personal/direct payments, and transitions, ensuring all arrangements meet the current needs of the child. - Coordinate effectively with multi-agency partners, including education and health services, ensuring cohesive and integrated support for each child. - Actively participate in meetings such as Team Around the Child and EHCP reviews to ensure excellent communication and planning. - Engage directly with children using suitable communication techniques, advocating strongly for their needs and the voices of their carers. - Support families through safeguarding and legal processes, ensuring compliance with statutory duties including the Children Act 1989 and the Equality Act 2010. Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Stefan Garrett; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.We welcome applications from any experienced Social Work candidate with experience as a Newly Qualified, Social Worker, Practitioner, Assistant Team Manager, Team Manager, Head of Service or Director. Regretfully we are only able to respond to experienced Social Work applicants who meet these requirements for this Permanent Social Work role as we need to meet our clients’ requirements, but please feel free to browse our open roles that may be more suitable for you.Living and working in Harrow offers the perfect blend of urban and suburban life, with access to diverse cultural experiences, excellent schools, and beautiful parks. Join us on this exciting journey and make a real difference within a community that values and supports its members. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!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.

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new p... JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for an experienced Social Worker/Senior Social Worker within the First Response Team to work full time based in Barking. The salary for this permanent Social Worker/Senior Social Worker job is up to £43,929 per annum. Main duties: To undertake all work in a manner that is responsive to legislative requirements as well as corporate and national priorities.To contribute to the formulation of the Service Plan and to be clear about Team priorities as they relate to the social work role and function.To prepare for regular supervision and reflective practice consultations concerning casework practice and ensure that work is progressed and complete as agreed.To contribute to regular individual performance and development consultations and undertake any necessary training and professional learning and development.To take responsibility for ensuring that all work undertaken in connection with assessment, planning, monitoring and review functions are undertaken in an efficient and effective manner which demonstrates a positive impact and outcome for children, young people and their families.To strive to achieve and maintain best practice standards in all aspects of the work undertaken and exercise sound professional judgements at all times.To seek direction, advice, guidance and support whenever necessary and appropriate and to ensure that the Senior Practitioner/Team Manager is notified of any situation concerning risks about the safety or wellbeing of a child.To be responsive to User’s needs, comments, questions, and complaints and co-operate with any investigation or resolution of dissatisfaction at a local level wherever possible.To consult with the Senior Practitioner/Team Manager on all matters concerning budgets and resources.To undertake all duties in accordance with the Council’s approach to diversity.To undertake all duties in accordance with the Council’s approach to health and safety.To comply with IT requirements in relation to User data, casework records and management security and information so that this accurately reflects the work that is undertaken.To participate in all Team meetings, activities and initiates relating to service delivery and developments. Requirements of this Experienced Social Worker/Senior Social Worker job: A social Work Qualification or equivalent.Understanding of relevant legislation.Continual professional development.Social Work England registered. Benefits: Flexible working.Annual leave.Health and well-being programme.Staff benefit scheme.Learning and development.Pension scheme. Contact: This Experienced Social Worker/Senior Social Worker job is advertised by Stefan Garrett; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.