Reference Number: CSESW

Job type: Childrens Social Care

Employment Contract: Full Time - Permanent

Salary: £41,150 to £44,428 (including Market Supplement)

Number of hours: 37

Location: Tor Hill House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ2 5QW

Join Torbay Children's Services as an Experienced Social Worker and you'll be part of a progressive team dedicated to making young lives everything they should be. We’ve responded to the pandemic by raising our game, both in our service development and the support we’ve shown our people.

Together, we’re responding to some serious challenges.

Child abuse, exploitation and neglect don’t just damage young lives, they destroy promising futures before they even get a chance to be lived. Our transformation has lowered caseloads, increased training and supervision, developed brilliant external partnerships and introduced sector-leading technology.

And it's starting to bear fruit. OFSTED praised both the visibility of our Senior Leadership Team, our agile response to the pandemic, and the progress we continue to make, both in maintaining services and developing virtual ones by working strategically with our partners. The successful introduction of our new service model, these factors, the reports state has 'helped to accelerate the pace of change over the past six months.'

As part of our improvement journey, we are looking to recruit experienced social workers across a number of key teams including Operational Services, Single Assessment and Children Looked After.

Good social workers are at the heart of everything we do. You'll manage a complex, varied caseload, as well as acting as a mentor to less experienced team members - providing them with coaching and guidance so that they can develop their skills to support families to build resilience and facilitate positive change.

In return, you can look forward to a career-defining Academy that champions and underpins personal and professional growth. Not to mention our reflective supervision model that is a vibrant mix of informal and structured oversight, offering you protected time to think.

Furthermore, you will receive a comprehensive and rewarding all-round package, excellent training and development, subsidised parking, good administrative support and high-quality technology.

We welcome applications for this post and will consider your CV along with a covering letter.

Your covering letter must answer the following questions as well as an explanation for any gaps in employment on your CV:

• What qualities would you bring to the role of Senior Practitioner, and how would you use these to develop staff whilst also supporting the manager?
• Managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines/timescales on your own caseload is a requirement of this role. How would you achieve this when supporting others at the same time?
• What do you see are the benefits of supervision and how would use it to get the best from your manager?

Please note that whilst we will shortlist and arrange interviews using a CV, a full application form will need to be completed should you be successful.

Please send your covering letter and CV to Children'sRecruitment@torbay.gov.uk

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Reference Number: CSNQSW

Job type: Children's Services

Employment Contract: Full Time - Permanent

Salary: £36,648 to £39,186

Number of hours: 37

Location: Tor Hill House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ2 5QW

Working in Torbay as a ASYE Social Worker has been described by a member of our current cohort as the ‘best place to work’ (December 2017). Our aim is to provide you with an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment with the emphasis on support! From the outset the learner agreement will set out what you understand to be your learning needs following the completion of your qualifying social work degree. This process will include reviewing the Knowledge and Skills Statements to ensure we target those areas you need support in most. Following this you will be able to review your learning needs at four and six months as we recognise that you ‘don’t know, what you don’t know’ and sometimes you need to be in a team and undertaking casework to find this out. You’ll be supported with regular supervision as well as high quality learning and development opportunities.

Within Torbay we’re a little unique and we have an established Joint Preceptorship that enables you to access four days of learning and development with newly qualified health professionals such as health Visitors and midwives. This has proved a successful way to support newly qualified professionals in developing quality multi-agency working practices. We know from our health colleagues inspection that this approach doesn’t happen anywhere else in the country.

Torbay can also offer you cutting edge technology to support you within your role, and if this makes you nervous don’t worry there is IT training on hand to support this area too.

So if you’re a newly qualified social worker looking to work across the three towns of Torbay (Brixham, Paignton and Torquay) follow the links below to download a job description and apply today.

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Reference Number: CSSW

Job type: Childrens Social Care

Employment Contract: Full Time - Permanent

Salary: £36,648 to £39,196

Number of hours: 37

Location: Tor Hill House
Union Street
Torquay
TQ2 5QW

Join Torbay Children's Services as a social worker and you'll be part of a resurgent team taking an ambitious new approach to very challenging work.

Child abuse, exploitation and neglect don’t just damage young lives, they destroy promising futures before they even get a chance to be lived.

Our transformation has lowered caseloads, increased training and supervision, developed brilliant external partnerships and introduced sector-leading technology.

And it's starting to bear fruit. OFSTED concluded that the ‘Senior Leadership Team is now well placed to continue to deliver the ambitious and well-targeted plan.’ As part of our improvement journey, we are looking to recruit experienced social workers across a number of key teams including Operational Services, Single Assessment and Children Looked After.

Good social workers are at the heart of everything we do. 

In return, you can look forward to a career-defining Academy that champions and underpins personal and professional growth. Not to mention our reflective supervision model that is a vibrant mix of informal and structured oversight, offering you protected time to think.

Furthermore, you will receive a comprehensive and rewarding all-round package, excellent training and development, subsidised parking, good administrative support and high-quality technology.

We welcome applications for this post and will consider your CV along with a covering letter.

Your covering letter must answer the following questions as well as an explanation for any gaps in employment on your CV:

• What do you see as the fundamental core skills of a children and families social worker?
• What assessment approaches/models have you used and why?
• What do you see are the benefits of supervision and how would you use it to get the best
  from your manager?

Please note that whilst we will shortlist and arrange interviews using a CV, a full application form will need to be completed should you be successful.

Please send your covering letter and CV to Children'sRecruitment@torbay.gov.uk

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Job type: Hybrid

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £25,584 - £27,269 / year

Description:

Skills:

• Well-developed ICT skills.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills – ability to convey information accurately, tact, diplomacy, and the ability to deal with a range of customers with differing needs and abilities. 
• Thorough, organised, and methodical approach to work. 
• Ability to work to deadlines. 

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of schools/types and functions. 

Experience & Qualifications:

• 4 GCSEs A-C or equivalent including Maths and English.
• Experience of working in an office environment.
• Experience in the use of IT packages such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and the Internet.

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Job type: Hybrid

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £58,348 - £62,540 / year

Description:

• An Honours Degree in Psychology acceptable for membership of the BPS.
• A recognised post graduate qualification to practice as an Educational Psychologist and Membership of the HCPC.
• At least 3 years’ experience working as an educational psychologist.
• Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the authority to visit schools, attend meetings, visit clients.

Skills:

• Ability to provide effective and visible leadership to a team of professionals. 
• Management of people and resources. 
• Be able to communicate using clear written and oral information. 
• Demonstrate effective communication and inter-personal skills. 
• Evidence of successful training and disseminating of information. 

Knowledge:

• Considerable knowledge of the professional practice of educational psychology in accordance with the ethical principles of the British Psychological Society. 
• Knowledge of solution-focused, strength-based practice and interventions to support positive change. 
• Sound understanding of equality issues in providing services, respecting and valuing an individual’s diversity and contributions and thereby seeking to avoid unwitting discrimination. 
• Knowledge and skills to monitor the quality and impact of service delivery. 

Experience & Qualifications:

• Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent recognised by British Psychological Society (BPS). 
• Postgraduate qualification (MSc. or DEdPsych) incorporating professional training in Educational Psychology. 
• Membership of professional and academic bodies (e.g., BPS, AEP) and their relevant sub-sections/divisions. 
• Considerable experience as a qualified Educational Psychologist who is registered with the HCPC. 
• Experience of operational and strategic multi-agency working with professionals and stakeholders demonstrating high level ability to work collaboratively whilst having the confidence to challenge assumptions. 

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Job type: Onsite

Employment Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £30,559 - £33,366 / year

Description:

Skills:

• Ability to interpret and apply relevant Homeless, Housing and Health legislation to ensure that statutory duties are maintained.

Knowledge:

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of case management and the appropriate provision of information to external agencies to ensure safeguarding and data breaches do not occur.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Relevant training undertaken in subject area e.g. illegal eviction, prevention of homelessness etc.

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Job type: Onsite

Employment Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £27,711 - £30,060 / year

Description:

• An excellent communicator who will give clear and concise advice to customers and landlords. 
• A good listener who will be empathetic when helping customers facing challenging personal circumstances. 
• A team player who can display our core values and behaviours. 
• Great at case management skill, has an eye for detail and can prioritise their work in a demanding environment. 
• A natural problem solver who can think creatively to offer resolutions. 

Skills:

• To be able to use effectively a range of modes of communication including verbal, email, telephone, formal and in formal reports and in presentations taking into account issues of confidentiality. 

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of case management and the appropriate provision of information to external agencies. 

Experience & Qualifications:

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals to achieve outcomes. 

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Job type: Hybrid

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £46,703 - £49,764 / year

Description:

Skills:

• Ability to work in an open and challenging way with families.
• Ability to demonstrate skills in mediation, negotiation and problem solving.
• Able to assess situations with clarity and sensitivity and act professionally in crisis situations.
• Demonstrate skills in working to achieve focussed outcomes.
• Ability to mentor others that upholds and promotes the ethical principles and values that guide professional practice and thereby ensures compliance with policies.

Knowledge:

• Good understanding of the full range of activities delivered by the Authority and partners in relation to children, young people and families.
• Has a developed knowledge of Social Care policies and procedures, and makes themselves continually aware of new Child Care legislation and National Guidance.
• Awareness of effective management practices.
• Thorough understanding of current legislation and guidance and developments in services to children young people and families.
• Demonstrates an advanced and detailed knowledge of child development, attachment theory, anti discriminatory practice, the Framework for assessment of children in needs and their families, social work theory and methods.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Social Work qualification eg DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
• Current Registration Certificate from Social Work England.
• Significant post qualification experience of working with children and families in the context of current legislation and government initiatives.
• Significant qualification experience of working in a local authority setting.
• Experience of managing or supporting others and assuring compliance to policy and procedures.

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Job type: Fully remote

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £25,584 - £27,269 / year

Description:

• comfortable and enjoy dealing with members of the public
• able to handle any conflicts in a calm manner
• happy to work out-doors in all weathers as this is an active role where you will be walking up to 10 miles per day
• comfortable working alone, as part of a team acting on your own initiative to achieve the standards set out in our operational guidance
• self-motivated and have a good deal of resilience
• friendly, polite, and willing to offer support, advice and assistance to colleagues and customers

• The ability to work as a team or on your own, patience and tact
• An assertive but polite approach
• The ability to handle difficult situations in a calm and professional way
• An awareness of health and safety
• The ability to make decisions
• Good numeracy skills and the ability to keep accurate records
• PC skills would also be an advantage, as you will be using a handheld device daily

Skills:

• Experience of working in a customer focussed environment.

Knowledge:

• Ability to demonstrate effective knowledge and understanding of parking restrictions.

Experience & Qualifications:

• A full valid driving licence. 

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Job type: Onsite

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £42,496 - £45,765 / year

Description:

Skills:

• Able to assess situations with clarity and sensitivity and act professionally in crisis situations. 
• Ability to demonstrate skills in mediation, negotiation and problem solving. 
• Ability to work in an open and challenging way with families. 
• Demonstrate skills in working to achieve focussed outcomes. 
• Ability to implement anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive principles in all areas of work practice. 

Knowledge:

• Good understanding of the full range of activities delivered by the Authority and partners in relation to children, young people and families. 
• Has a developed knowledge of Social Care policies and procedures, and makes themselves continually aware of new Child Care legislation and National Guidance. 
• Awareness of effective management practices. 
• Thorough understanding of current legislation and guidance and developments in services to children young people and families. 
• Demonstrates an advanced and detailed knowledge of child development, attachment theory, anti-discriminatory practice, the framework for assessment of children in need and their families, social work theory and methods. 

Experience & Qualifications:

• Social Work degree qualification, e.g., Dip SW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent. 
• Social Work England Registered. 
• Significant post qualification experience of working in a local authority setting with children and families in the context of current legislation and government initiatives. 
• Experience of complex Child Protection cases and Court proceedings under the Children’s Act 1989. 
• Commitment to evidence of applying an evidenced informed practice approach. 

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Job type: Hybrid

Employment Contract: Permanent

Salary: £30,559 - £33,366 / year

Description:

• Ability to work with challenging people and situations.
• Able to listen actively and non-judgementally.
• Flexible and able to work on own and as part of a team.
• Proven experience of working in a social housing environment.
• Good up to date knowledge of social housing and law.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice.
• Experience of implementing policies and procedure.
• Literacy and numeracy equivalent to passes in GCSE English and Maths.
• NVQ level 3 in relevant area.
• Full current driving license.

Skills:

• Ability to work with challenging people and situations.
• Judgement and decision-making skills.
• Flexible and able to work on own and as part of a team. 
• Develop effective working relationships. 
• Effective problem solver. 

Knowledge:

• Service user involvement and consultation.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and good practice.
• Knowledge of landlord, tenant and housing legislation and welfare benefits.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and processes (particularly regarding vulnerable adults).

Experience & Qualifications:

• CIH Housing Certificate or equivalent standard qualification (or working towards).
• Experience of working with tenants, tenant organisations and external agencies.
• Experience of implementing policies and procedure. 
• Experience of providing advice and support on a range of tenancy issues. 

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Job type: Onsite

Employment Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £27,711 - £30,060 / year

Description:

• An excellent communicator who will give clear and concise advice to customers and landlords. 
• A good listener who will be empathetic when helping customers facing challenging personal circumstances. 
• A team player who can display our core values and behaviours. 
• Great at case management skill, has an eye for detail and can prioritise their work in a demanding environment. 
• A natural problem solver who can think creatively to offer resolutions. 

Skills:

• To be able to use effectively a range of modes of communication including verbal, email, telephone, formal and in formal reports and in presentations taking into account issues of confidentiality.
• To be able to communicate with clarity, tact and purpose in all relevant situations.
• Ability to form appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with clients.

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of risk assessments, Safeguarding,
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of Statutory and voluntary agencies and experience of liaising with them.
• Knowledge of how to access accommodation and rent a property.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in housing or related area of work. 

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