Total 138 job vacancies by Hays Specialist Recruitment

Payroll Senior is required to join a small team within a fast-growing employer in Colchester.

Our client pride themselves on being passionate about their employees, providing opportunities for you to grow and develop in your chosen career.
As a payroll senior you will be working within a team, being responsible for overseeing the end-to-end payroll processes for a portfolio of clients.

Ideally, you will have experience in a similar role with a focus on UK payroll, and you will need to have in depth knowledge of UK payroll processes, tax regulations and compliance requirements. You will also need to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and handle queries from clients so strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

In reward you will receive a competitive salary, which is negotiable depending on your experience and the following benefits:

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - Buy up to 3 days per year.
• Auto enrolment Pension
• Flexible hours of work
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities
• Career Coaching
• Full exposure to a diverse client base
• Health Cash Benefit

Please apply on line or if youl like to discuss before applying please contact Cara Whyte at Hays

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Ref: 4576097

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Grays, Essex

Start: July 2024

Project: £12million heavy civils package for a new build power plant involving Reinforced Concrete slabs, Ducting etc. in Grays, Essex

Role: Reporting into a Contracts Manager, overseeing a team of 6-7 including a Sub Agent, 2-3 Site Engineers, Works Manager and 2 Foreman.

We currently have a Permanent Salary vacancy for a Project Manager to oversee a £12million heavy civils package for a new build power plant in Grays, Essex

To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4576097 in the subject of the email.

For more information on this vacancy, please contact Richard Pitcher on 07842 780 205 and quote job reference number 4576097

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend.
Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
Southend Council are looking to appoint a full-time, experienced Commissioning & Research Officer within a 12-month fixed term capacity, to help transform and modernise care and support in Southend.You will co-produce change with people who need support along with their friends, families, and the residents of Southend. You will be accountable for the delivery of outcomes by developing a deep understanding of population needs and service outcomes as well as creating strategies to meet them.
This means:

• Putting local people at the heart of all we do.
• Being clear what impact our actions have, and on whom.
• Effective targeting of services to those in most need.
• Ensuring commissioned services are inclusive, accessible and responsive.
• Involving local people in identifying issues and co-producing effective responses.

Under the direction of the Head of Service, you will lead on the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based commissioning programmes. Developing and using appropriate systems and processes to achieve agreed outcomes. There will also be a need to collaborate with colleagues from across the council, partners and commissioned organisations in order to deliver agreed outcomes.
Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site a minimum of 2 days a week.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you must be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience as well as knowledge of current national social care policy and have an understanding of current NHS national, regional, and local priorities.You must have knowledge of the local health and social care system across Southend, along with experience of quality improvement and policy review/writing.You must have excellent engagement, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.
Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Title: Temporary Soft Landscaper

Location: Colchester, UK

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Responsibilities:

• Planting and seeding of gardens and landscaped areas
• Cutting and maintaining hedgerows
• Mowing and maintaining lawns
• General soft landscaping duties as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in landscaping or gardening
• Ability to drive and access to a vehicle
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Flexible schedule to accommodate seasonal work

Salary: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experienceThis is a temporary full-time role lasting approximately 1 month with the potential for a permanent position. If you have the required skills and experience, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications.We are looking to fill this position immediately, so please apply at your earliest convenience.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Contract type: Long-term | Full-time | Contract Salary: £38,635 - £46,824 Location: Newham, East London Start date: Immediate startWe are currently looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, and passionate Key Stage 2 Teacher for a role based in East London, Newham.You will deliver high-quality, rigorous lessons that drive achievement and inspire a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom. The curriculum is coherent, content rich and cumulative - empowering the students to achieve their fullest potential. You will be part of a successful, positive team, where professional development is prioritised.
Your new schoolThis school is a two-form entry from Reception to Year 6. Within their safe and caring environment, the school sets high expectations on their pupils' behaviour and academic achievements, building the foundations for successful learners and responsible citizens. The school has consistently been rated good in Ofsted inspections and has been praised for how the school provides a 'kind and happy' environment for their pupils' learning.
Your roleYour role will include but is not limited to:

• Assess and record each pupil's progress systematically and use records to ensure that pupils make demonstrable progress in accordance with school expectations.
• Select and make good use of teaching materials, computing and other learning resources which enable teaching objectives to be met.
• Subject knowledge at the appropriate level to respond to pupil's questions and know about their common misconceptions and mistakes.
• Understand fully and comply with the duties and responsibilities in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people.
• Set appropriate and challenging expectations for all pupils' learning and plan lessons to inspire and motivate them.

Requirements

• Must possess QTS
• Have a valid in-date Enhanced DBS (preferably on the Update Service)
• Have experience teaching KS1 and KS2 materials and students
• Possess behavioural management skills and organisation skills

BenefitsHays Education, in turn, will provide you with the following benefits:

• Access to interviews at some of the most forward-thinking schools in London
• Pension enrolment
• Active support from our expert consultants about job opportunities and competitive pay rates
• Hays 'Refer a Friend scheme' - £350 of high street vouchers for you, every time you recommend a teacher or teaching assistant, who then goes on to work for us
• Free Child Protection and Safeguarding Training

What you need to do now. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Southend City Council are currently recruiting a team of gardeners to assist the Parks Operations in undertaking the maintenance work in public parks, recreational grounds, sports grounds / golf Courses, floral displays, landscaped areas and similar open spaces within the Borough of Southend's Cemetery & Crematorium.
If you are enthusiastic and motivated to ensure the highest aesthetic standards through a practical frontline approach, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Your new role
Join the Parks Department to assist with the maintenance work in our green flag parks, recreational grounds, landscaped areas, and open spaces, which include highway verges, shrub and rose beds.

The team are seeking candidates to join them in a long-term contract position with full-time hours (37- 42 hours per week).

Hours of work will be on a flexible rota, but it will generally be 7am - 4pm Monday-Thursday and 7am - 3.30pm on a Friday. Weekend work may be required, but will be based on a shift rotation. There are four ground maintenance depots: Belfairs; Priory Park; Chalkwell Park; and Great Wakering. You will be working in the vicinity of one of these sites to carry out your day's work.

Duties will include all

• Grass cutting.
• Edging of grass areas.
• Hedges, Shrubs and Rose beds.
• The preparation and planting of the summer / winter bedding.
• Summer & Winter sports maintenance.
• Marking out summer / winter sports pitches.
• Weed spraying.
• Littering and bin emptying.
• Opening and closing of sports pavilions.
• Cleaning of toilets and other council facilities

What you'll need to succeed
A suitable applicant would ideally have experience of working within the park's environment, general labouring, landscaping or outdoor work. Experience in this sector will ideally demonstrate your reliability for the hours of work and working outside. If you are a driver, this would be advantageous.
The Council is an equal-opportunities employer. They welcome applications, regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
What you'll get in return
A competitive hourly pay and experience in the ground maintenance sector
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We are looking for a Deputy Care Home Manager for one of our clients in the North Essex region. They are a residential care home that cares for older people and is located just outside of Harwich. You will be responsible for leading and managing the home, alongside the Registered Manager, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care for their residents.

As the Deputy Care Home Manager you will:

- Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, including staff management, budgeting, and administration
- Implement and monitor improvement plans to address any areas of concern or underperformance
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control
- Provide personal care and support for the residents, respecting their dignity, preferences, and choices
- Communicate effectively with the residents, their families, and other professionals
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and development
- Liaise with the senior management and external agencies, such as CQC, local authorities, and health services

To be successful in this role, you will need:

- NVQ Level 3 or above in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification
- Experience of working as a deputy or home/service manager or a similar role, in a residential care home
- Experience of leading and managing a team of staff
- Knowledge of person-centred care, older people care, and best practice
- Ability to work flexibly

In return, this organisation will offer:

- A competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum
- A comprehensive induction and training programme
- A supportive and friendly work environment
- Opportunities for career progression and development
- Bonus' for turnaround of key areas of the business


If you are interested in this role, please send your CV or alternatively, give us a call to discuss further on 01206 372130.

If this role is not quite for you, please still give us a call, and we can have a confidential discussion around your career.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Children ServicesOur vision is
A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success. By joining Southend City Council as an Advanced Practitioner, you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say we're going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what, we aim to make things better.

You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager.We have posts in a number of teams, so please contact our recruitment partner, Hays, to discuss the teams we are currently recruiting to.

Your new role
Southend City Council's Fostering Support Team are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent Fostering experienced Senior Practitioner within the Support Team.
Within this position, you will provide an efficient, cost-effective assessment intervention and therapeutic service to young people and their families. Ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed. Managing cases of high sensitivity or complexity and providing a focus of specialist advice and professional consultation, to gather, investigate, evaluate and analyse all necessary information on assigned cases. Demonstrating clarity of assessments, reliability of information, evidenced conclusions and realistic action plans.

You will need to develop a practice which takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in both their immediate and extended social circles, and having a full regard to their education, social, recreational and health. Ensuring that all case management complies with the statutory requirements and the council's policies and procedures.

The position is hybrid working, and you will be expected to be on site a minimum of 1 day a week. There will be a team meeting every other week and duty is to be undertaken in the office, approx 3 days a month.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a 3-year-post qualified recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You must have knowledge or direct experience of fostering practice and National Minimum Standards, have knowledge of trauma informed practice in relation to fostering, along with supervisory experience and knowledge of safeguarding and managing/overseeing complex caseloads.
Additional knowledge must demonstrate: understanding the framework for the assessment of children in need and their families and knowledge of methods of social work intervention.
Previous experience of staff management, supervision or practice teaching along with extensive experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting is a must for this post.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.
Leave Entitlements:
We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.

*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*
Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the Southend 2050 ambition and make lives better for the people of Southend.
Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced permanent, full-time Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic, innovative, and inclusive Occupational Therapy Team at Southend City Council.OTs at level 8 assess referrals into the OT team for equipment and adaptations and housing needs, to allow safe management of adults in the community. OT's assess peoples' functional needs in their own homes and set plans and goals alongside the person to help them overcome identified difficulties using a range of advice, signposting, equipment and adaptations. This post is to support delivery of OT housing applications and is an essential role within the housing policy.

What you'll need to succeed
It is essential that you have a qualification in Occupational Therapy (Diploma/Bachelor/Master's degree), registration with the HCPC and a commitment to the standards and ethics of the College of Occupational Therapists.
You will need to be an enthusiastic and passionate occupational therapist who has a range of skills and knowledge which enables you to work effectively with our residents.Skills

• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills
• The ability to develop close working relationships with the community and local services/providers
• Ability to work in a team and engage and participate within each service area.
• Robust clinical reasoning in line with evidence-based practice
• Ability to carry out strength-based and proportionate assessments
• A willingness to learn and develop yourself and bring your ideas to the table

Knowledge

• Robust understanding of the Care Act 2014 and how this applies to your assessment, intervention and outcomes.
• Understanding of Safeguarding within the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• Broad knowledge of medical conditions and how they impact the person and their life experience.
• Familiarity with moving and handling practices and legislation
• Understanding of the Social Model of Disability and occupational therapy within a social service setting.

What you'll get in return
We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*
Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.

What you need to do now
If you are a dynamic OT with a flexible approach, this could be just the opportunity you have been looking for. We look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above, so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to. All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested in this role, please click'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.


Please note: Applications forthis vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above, so you are advised toapply as soon as you are able to.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our vision is
A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success. By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key to making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say we're going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what, we aim to make things better.

You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager.We have posts in a number of teams, so please contact our recruitment partner, Hays, to discuss the teams we are currently recruiting too.

Your new role
Southend-on-Sea City Council has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker looking for a change and ready to innovate in an environment where you can stretch yourself professionally and make an impact individually.You will play a key part in transforming the lives of young people to enable them to integrate into the community. You will be supportive and motivated, enabling the Social Workers and Personal Advisers in the team to aspire to the high standards that you model. You will be shaping practice standards within the service, delivering positive outcomes collaboratively.Our Social Workers have unique mobile working technology initiatives and accessible management, and receive all the support they need to produce professional and comprehensive Pathway Plans for young people who come under the responsibility of Southend City Council. Working to the highest standards, you will investigate, evaluate and analyse case information to provide expert, well-evidenced assessments and realistic plans tailored to the individual needs of young people.You will be expected to be thorough in your record-keeping and insightful in your casework consultations. You play an integral part in the work that the council does and how they do it for the young people.If you are a person who is passionate and highly motivated about developing services within a health and social care perspective, we would want to hear from you.In return, we will offer professional supervision; appraisal and regular training.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You will need to have a detailed knowledge of young people, leaving care, looked after children and associated child in need social work practice issues. Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations guidance & policy issues are also required for this position.Additional knowledge must be demonstrated in: understanding the framework for the assessment of children in need and their families and knowledge of methods of social work intervention. Previous experience of staff management, supervision or practice teaching along with extensive experience of applying assessment skills within a statutory social work setting is a must for this post.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new role
Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time permanent Qualified Social Worker for their Children Looked After Team (CLA).
Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is required as you will be required to be on site and travel around the city, as and when needed.
*This position attracts the added incentive of a one-off payment of £7,500, after you have been employed in this post for 3 years and 1 day.

The CLA team work with children once care proceedings have concluded. There is some court work around revocation of care orders, contact disputes and making adoption orders, therefore some experience of court work would be preferable.You will be required to provide an efficient and cost-effective service to children, young people and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed. Investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence conclusions and realistic action plans.Ensure adequate recording that evidences practice and develops practice that takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in both their immediate and extended social circles, and having full regard to their overall development needs. Ensure that all case management complies with the statutory requirements and the Council's policies and procedures.

You will need to prepare and submit written reports as and when required, including statements and care plans for care proceedings in the Family Proceedings, County and High Courts.Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position, you must be 2 years post-qualified and have a recognised Social Work qualification & be registered with SW England.
Evidence of continuing professional development including post-qualification award knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated children in need social work practice issues. Knowledge of methods of social work intervention and relevant legislation, regulations, guidance & policy issues.
Understanding of the framework for the assessment of children in need and their families, contemporary knowledge of social work & their social work applications, i.e. attachment theory, enabling change, behaviour management. Knowledge of methods of social work intervention, knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidance & policy issues.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new role
Southend-on-Sea Council's Fostering Support Team are looking to appoint a permanent, full-time Supervising Social Worker to train, assess, supervise and support Foster Carers in their role of looking after children and young people. Ensuring that the highest professional standards and a good overall knowledge of relevant children's and fostering legislation, regulations and practice methods are met.You will provide an efficient service to children, young people, their families and fostering families, ensuring that the needs of children and their parents and carers are professionally assessed. You will be required to investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence in conclusions and realistic action plans. As well as this, you will need to develop practice which takes a holistic view of the individual, locating them in their immediate and extended social circles and having full regard to their overall development needs.

The team have an average of 15 cases per person.Duty will be undertaken in the office approx 3 days a month, with an on-site team meeting every other week. The post is hybrid, but you will be expected to be on site a minimum of 1 day a week.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You will need to have two years experience of working with foster carers and have a working knowledge of fostering regulations and national minimum standards.You will need strong communication skills and be able to organise yourself and others. In addition, you will need to possess a driving licence and have use of a car.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new role
Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent adult experienced Social Worker to support individuals who are ordinarily resident in Southend-on-Sea with the aim to offer the appropriate support in the right place at the right time. You will be required to understand individual's strengths, assets and wishes to maximise their potential for independence, recognising the importance of assuming that the individual is best placed to know their own outcomes, goals and wellbeing. Supporting both locality team colleagues and home-care providers with complex moving and handling situations, assessing and commission minor adaptions and routine equipment to avoid the need for onward referral to other services.Undertake Care Act 2014 assessments, reviews to support individuals to develop personalised care plans that take account of community assets, informal networks, universal services and other support and provision which reduces dependency as well as being the champion in supporting people with specialist needs to have fulfilling lives.

Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, a flexible approach is needed as you will be required to be on site and to travel around the city.
If you are a person who is passionate and highly motivated about developing services within a health and social care perspective, we would want to hear from you.
In return, we will offer professional supervision, appraisals and regular training.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE. You must have community adult experience.

You need to have previous experience of working in the Adult Social Care sector.You will have the ability to apply a strength-based, asset-based approach to assessment, care planning and review.Have experience of applying the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and managing adult safeguarding enquires or have a good understanding/knowledge if no direct experience is availableYou need to have the ability to develop relationships with internal & external stakeholders including voluntary, public, private sector organisations, partners, suppliers and contractors, as well as on-going commitment to continuous professional training and self-development.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Our vision is A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success. By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say we're going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what, we aim to make things better.

You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager.We have posts in a number of teams, so please contact our recruitment partner, Hays, to discuss the teams we are currently recruiting too.

Your new role
Southend-on-Sea City Council are looking for a permanent Social Worker to provide professional and comprehensive casework to a caseload of children and young people within the busy Family Support & Protection Team.This position will be mostly working from home, but you do need to be able to get to the city to complete assessments and join your team on site.

*This position attracts the added incentive of a one-off payment of £7,500, after you have been employed in this post for 3 years and 1 day.

You are required to provide professional and comprehensive casework to a caseload (average of 17 -20) of children and young people within the long-term children's social work teams. You will be developing and maintaining relationships with children and families who require longer-term social work intervention, including those subject to child protection plans, complex child in need, PLO/Pre Proceedings and, if required, within the court arena.You need to provide an efficient and cost-effective service to children, young people and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed. Investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidence conclusions and realistic action plans.The quality of practice will be supported by regular supervision; training opportunities, tools and resources are readily available to assist in the day-to-day work.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You need to have previous experience of working within Children's Frontline services and have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need social work practice is essential, along with knowledge of methods of social work intervention.Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidance & policy issues.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.Leave Entitlements:We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Children Services
Our vision is
A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success. By joining Southend City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key in making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say we're going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what, we aim to make things better.

You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer that has been designed by social workers, whatever stage you are at in your career. You will be given regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focussing on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We want everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, and you will explore this with your line manager.We have posts in a number of teams, so please contact our recruitment partner, Hays, to discuss the teams we are currently recruiting too.

Your new role
Southend-on-Sea City Council's Kinship Fostering Team are looking to appoint a full-time permanent Social Worker to provide a supportive and efficient service to children, young people, their families and fostering families.Within this exciting and vital position, you will be supporting foster carers to provide a nurturing, caring environment for looked after children. You will also supervise foster carers on a 4 weekly basis, supporting them to develop their skills and training.
The team have an average of 15 cases per person.Duty will be undertaken in the office approx 3 days a month, with an on-site team meeting every other week. The post is hybrid, but you will be expected to be on site a minimum of 1 day a week.
If you are interested in Kinship, Fostering Support or Recruitment and you are a person who is passionate and highly motivated about developing services within a health and social care perspective, we would want to hear from you.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this position you must be able to work in the UK, have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.You will need to have two years experience of working with foster carers and have a working knowledge of fostering regulations and national minimum standards.You will need strong communication skills and be able to organise yourself and others. In addition, you will need to possess a driving licence and have use of a car.

What you'll get in return
Pension:
Southend-on-Sea City Council provide membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for employees aged under 75. The LGPS is a generous scheme and provides you with a future income, independent of share prices and stock market fluctuations.
Leave Entitlements:
We offer our employees a generous leave entitlement from 25 days up to 32 days based on length of service (Continuous service). Southend-on-Sea City Council also offer a range of flexible working and family-friendly leave.
*We also offer paid time off to allow employees to undertake volunteering activities*
Here at Southend-on-Sea City Council we also offer our employees free access to a benefit portal that provides access to wellbeing support and a range of salary sacrifice schemes to help spread the cost of items, including:

• Bicycles, cars, electronics and gym membership.
• The portal also provides access to a range of discounts on products and services including retail, food shopping, travel, dining out and leisure activities.

Nowhere else will you gain as much experience on the job, making us a sought-after place to work. If you are passionate, dedicated to making a change and ready for a challenge - you could be the candidate we are looking for.

What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk