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Make a Real Difference to Children's Lives
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (Level 2) to join our Children's Social Care team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with children, young people, and families, helping them overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes
As a Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, developing care and support plans, and working collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. You will play a key role in empowering families, building resilience, and ensuring children receive the support they need to thrive.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Nottingham City Council is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We value diversity and recognise that different perspectives, experiences and ideas help us deliver better services for Nottingham's citizens.
We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled people, and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT+), as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Right to Work
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of right to work checks in accordance with Home Office requirements.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role to:
The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 23rd August 2026.
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Pharmacy Dispenser NVQ Level 2 Required
Location: Aldridge
Salary: £12.71 per hour (reviewed after probation)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am 6pm
Contract: Full-Time, Temp - Perm
We are recruiting for a well-established pharmaceutical company looking to add a qualified Pharmacy Dispenser to their friendly and supportive team.
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Essential Requirement
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Key Responsibilities
What We re Looking For
Benefits
About Us:
Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services
About the Role
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Post-approval support to foster carers and kinship carers
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Requirements
Social Work England (SWE) registration
Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification
Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience within an English Local Authority
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
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Why Join Connect2Dorset?
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Flexible working arrangements
Regular supervision and management support
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500 Referral Bonus (Terms & Conditions Apply)
50% of profits reinvested into Dorset Council frontline services
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SEN Support Worker ( Female), Kingston-upon-Thames, KT2. Weekdays £18.80 gross per hour, Weekends £20.80 gross per hour. Part-time opportunity supporting 12-year-old Ming, who has cerebral palsy, epilepsy and a learning disability. Help a cheerful young boy enjoy every day while promoting his independence and well-being.
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• Job Title: SEN Support Worker
• Pay: Weekdays £18.80 gross per hour, Weekends £20.80 gross per hour
• Location: Kingston-upon-Thames, KT2
• Hours and Days of Work: Term-time: Tuesday and Thursday (or Friday) 2.00 pm 8.00 pm. School holidays: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.00 am 8.00 pm
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Right child, right support, right time, every time
In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children's Services have been officially judged as 'Good' with 'Outstanding' elements. Ofsted also said 'Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.'
This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive.
Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce.
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Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF)
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Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and private sector agencies, carers and those with parental responsibility in order to facilitate good outcomes for children and their families.
Complete effective and timely recording of accurate information using agreed systems.
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Attend training courses and other development opportunities as agreed with line manager to ensure compliance with Social Work England and SCCF requirements
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children's and Families Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline Work
About the team
The team makes decisions and performs statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They do this by working with children from a range of services, such as CIN (Children in Need) and CP (Child Protection), and due to holding court cases, a few of the children are also in LAC (Looked After Children). Experience with PLO cases would be desirable but not essential.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a fast-paced Frontline Team such as Child protection and Referral and assessment is essential for this role. You will also hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) As well as 3 years post qualifying experience.
You will need to have a Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle.
What's on offer?
For more information, please get in touch with.
Thomas Sherwood
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