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RECONNECT Peer Support Worker

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent

Do you have lived experience of health challenges, substance use, or the criminal justice system, and want to use it to make a real difference?

Forward Trust s NHS-commissioned RECONNECT service is looking for a passionate Peer Support Worker to help people leaving prison reconnect with vital health and wellbeing support.

This is a rewarding, frontline role where your experience, empathy and insight will help shape a truly person-centred service across HMP The Mount and the wider Hertfordshire community.

What you ll do:

• • Deliver a person-centred RECONNECT service in custody and the community
  • Complete assessments and co-produce tailored care plans
  • Support service users for up to 6 months post-release
  • Manage a varied caseload and coordinate with community services
  • Lead and support the prison Peer Support Programme
  • Recruit, train and support prison peer supporters
  • Build strong partnerships with prisons, healthcare and external agencies
  • Maintain accurate case notes, assessments and risk documentation
  • Support Meet & Greet and Meet at the Gate releases

What we re looking for:

• • Relevant lived experience aligned with our EDI values
  • Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
  • Confidence working across custody and community settings
  • A compassionate, collaborative and reliable approach

Be part of a values-led organisation making a real impact on health inequalities and successful reintegration.

Please note: Prison Vetting is required for this role which is managed by HMPPS & can take between 8-12 weeks to process.

Please see attached Job Description for full details

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits -

• Flexible working
• Support for Families We support our employees through every stage of family life by offering enhanced maternity and paternity pay for eligible employees who have completed 26 weeks' continuous service, alongside family-friendly policies and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
• Training and development opportunities
• Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Crisis Loan Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
• Access to Blue Light Card
• 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter
• Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
• Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Please note that remote roles may require occasional travel for site visits, training and meetings.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

RECONNECT Pathway Lead

Location: Cambridgeshire & Bedfordshire

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

We are looking for an experienced, passionate and motivated Female Pathway Lead to join our RECONNECT service and help develop pathways that enable women leaving custody to access the right support at the right time. ensure that female clients have equal access to appropriate, safe and effective support, using a trauma-informed and person-centred approach.

You will work with female clients both in the community and within HMP Peterborough and Yarl s Wood Immigration Centre, visiting clients to assess their needs for the RECONNECT service, develop personalised action plans and put appropriate support in place to ensure continuity of care.

RECONNECT supports people before and after release from prison, helping them access and sustain support around physical and mental health, wellbeing and wider social needs. This can include GP referrals, signposting, accompanying clients to appointments, meet-and-greet support at the prison gate, aftercare and connecting clients to the wider Forward community.

What you ll be doing

• Lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive female pathway within the RECONNECT service.
• Develop strategies and programmes that improve access to RECONNECT for women and address the specific challenges they may face.
• Work directly with female clients in custody and the community, providing trauma-informed, safe and supportive interventions.
• Visit female clients at HMP Peterborough and Yarl s Wood Immigration Centre to assess their suitability and needs for the RECONNECT service.
• Complete robust assessments approximately 12 weeks prior to release and develop personalised, client-centred action plans.
• Coordinate appropriate support and referrals to ensure continuity of care before and after release.
• Provide support around a range of needs, including physical health, mental health, general wellbeing, housing, healthcare and wider social needs.
• Ensure dedicated female workers provide gender-specific support, including areas such as menopause, pregnancy and sexual health.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with external agencies, custodial partners, community services and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain clear referral pathways, including referrals from custodial partners, family members and self-referrals.
• Ensure clients are connected with appropriate local services and support networks in preparation for release into the community.
• Manage and support a team of workers, including supervision, quarterly line management reviews and team meetings.
• Lead by example, promoting and embedding Forward Trust values and its mission.
• Recruit, train and develop staff, volunteers and a network of lived-experience volunteers and peer support workers.
• Support the recruitment, development and retention of Forward Trust staff and volunteers.

Please note, this is a brief description of the role and responsibilities, for further information click apply to be redirected to our website for further information.

Prison

All prison-based roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and HMPPS security vetting. These checks can take up to 5 months to complete. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of both checks.

Please note if you have lived overseas within the last 5 years then checks may take longer.

Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 - Section 9 - Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement

About Us

We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.

We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits -

• Flexible working
• Support for Families We support our employees through every stage of family life by offering enhanced maternity and paternity pay for eligible employees who have completed 26 weeks' continuous service, alongside family-friendly policies and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
• Training and development opportunities
• Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

For more info please contact Dhaivat Tiwari on T: (phone number removed) / (url removed)

Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology - UK-Wide Opportunities Medacs Healthcare

Hospital Name: East Suffolk and North Essex Foundation NHS Trust

Job Title: Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Location: Colchester

Rate: 85-95/Hr

Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)

Start Date: ASAP

Make a Real Difference in Obstetrics and Gynaecology - On Your Terms

Are you a skilled Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology seeking flexibility, variety, and rewarding clinical experiences? At Medacs Healthcare, we're proud to support the NHS with expert consultants across the UK. We're currently recruiting for locum Consultant roles in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to locum roles across the UK.
• Shifts That Work for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quickly and efficiently.
• Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
• 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, you'll provide expert care and contribute to the delivery of high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Insert specialty-specific responsibilities
• Supporting junior doctors and clinical staff
• Contributing to service development and audits

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• UK Right to Work
• Strong communication and teamworking skills

Desirable:

• CCT in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland
• Wales

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.

Apply Today

Take control of your obstetrics and gynaecology career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.

Support Worker Job in Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG23)

Earn £14.25 to £16.35 per hour with flexible shifts and same day pay.

Hours

Full time and part time available

About the role

Newcross Healthcare is recruiting experienced Support Workers in Newark to work in residential homes, supported living services and community care settings.

If you have at least six months of paid UK care experience and want reliable work with a trusted provider, we want to hear from you.

Your responsibilities

• Deliver person centred care that promotes dignity and independence.
• Support people with daily routines, personal care and life skills.
• Provide emotional support and build positive relationships.
• Encourage confidence and safer, more independent living.

What you need

• Right to work in the UK.
• Due to the rural location, we are looking for drivers only
• At least six months of paid UK care experience within the last three years.
• Enhanced background check (e.g. DBS, PVG or AccessNI), or willingness to apply.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A caring approach built on integrity, respect and empathy.

Your benefits

• Flexible shifts managed through our HealthForceGo app.
• Same day pay with access to up to 50%of your earnings instantly.
• Free ongoing training with FuturU learning.
• Referral bonus of up to £500 per successful referral.
• Discounts at over 30,000 retailers through Perks at Work.

Our values

• Integrity: We do what is right, even when no one is watching.
• Respect: Every voice matters and every person counts.
• Empathy: Kindness and understanding help us deliver great care.
• Teamwork: We work together because great care is never delivered alone.

Apply now

Apply today to secure Support Worker shifts in Newark and join a team that values you.

Newcross Healthcare offers permanent employment in temporary care settings, with full time and part time hours subject to availability.

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Join Our Caring Team Experienced Rehabilitation Support Worker
Location: Brighton
Specialist Rehabilitation and Support Services

Are you an experienced Rehabilitation Support Worker with a passion for making a real difference in people's lives? The AICS Group is a leading provider of community-based rehabilitation and support services, specialising in clients with brain injuries, cerebral palsy, spinal injuries, and other complex needs. We're currently looking for a compassionate Male/Female Support Worker to join our team and support a client based in Brighton.

This role offers immense job satisfaction in a dynamic, varied environment where you ll collaborate with a range of health and social care professionals to help our client achieve their rehabilitation goals. Full personal care is required, so we re looking for someone who is ready to provide essential support with compassion and dedication.

About the Role:

Our client has acquired a brain injury and requires person-centred support in his rehabilitation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in health and social care, especially those with rehabilitation experience.

Shift Pattern Required:

8am to 8 pm ( Double up shift )

8 pm to 8 am ( one Sw - sleeping shift other waking night shift )

What We re Looking For:

Essential Skills:

• Minimum of 1 year s experience in health and social care, specifically in rehabilitation
• UK Driving Licence to drive the client
• Experience with moving and handling
• Rehabilitation experience
• A solid understanding of developmental delay and cognitive impairment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good IT skills
• Ability to work in the client s home and collaborate with healthcare professionals daily
• Ability to take a person-centred approach in care
• Experience in medication administration, personal care, and manual handling
• A willingness to learn and take on feedback
• Ability to think outside the box and creatively support the client s needs
• Love for animals (as client has pets, and it s important to have a genuine affinity for animals)

Desirable Skills:

• Experience providing care to people living in the community
• Willingness to participate in Support Worker meetings
• Experience with person-centred training

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible working days Full-time or part-time roles available
• Competitive pay rates Be rewarded for your hard work and dedication
• Comprehensive training Including mandatory training, Brain Injury Training, and person-centred training tailored to our client s specific needs
• Supportive environment Work as part of a professional, caring team
• Opportunities to progress and gain new skills

If you re an experienced, compassionate Support Worker who wants to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!

Please Note:

• The AICS Group does not offer sponsorships.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check prior to starting employment.
• Gender is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Apply today and join a team that s dedicated to transforming lives!

Onpoint Care is a trusted and well-established temporary staffing agency, providing high-quality staffing support to care providers across the UK.

Due to continued growth and our expansion into Maidstone and the surrounding areas, we are recruiting experienced, compassionate and reliable Support Workers to join our flexible agency team.

As an Agency Support Worker, you will work across a variety of care and support settings, providing high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with a range of needs.

We are looking for experienced Support Workers who can adapt confidently to different environments while promoting independence, choice, dignity, safety and wellbeing.

About the Role

Your responsibilities may include supporting individuals with their daily routines, personal care, meal preparation, accessing the community, appointments, activities and developing or maintaining independent living skills.

You may support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, physical disabilities, complex needs or behaviours that may challenge, depending on the requirements of the placement.

You will be expected to follow individual support plans and risk assessments, maintain accurate and professional records and recognise and report any changes or concerns relating to an individual's health, wellbeing or safety.

As an agency worker, you will need to build positive professional relationships quickly, maintain appropriate boundaries and work effectively alongside permanent staff and other professionals.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for Support Workers who are compassionate, resilient, reliable and confident providing person-centred support within a variety of care environments.

Applicants must:

• Have a minimum of 3 months' recent UK experience within support work, supported living, residential care or another relevant care setting
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries, risk management and accurate record keeping
• Be willing to complete Onpoint Care's induction and all required mandatory training
• Have an Enhanced DBS, satisfactory employment references and the Right to Work in the UK

Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, complex needs or behaviours that may challenge is desirable.

Please note: Onpoint Care is unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

What We Offer

Onpoint Care offers competitive hourly pay rates, double hourly pay on Bank Holidays and flexible agency working to fit around your availability.

Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with a variety of morning, afternoon, evening, night and weekend shifts, subject to client requirements and shift availability.

You will also benefit from ongoing training and professional development, opportunities to build experience across different care and support environments and support from a friendly and approachable agency team.

Join Onpoint Care

If you are an experienced Support Worker based in Maidstone or the surrounding areas and are looking for flexible temporary agency work with a supportive and growing care agency, we would love to hear from you.

Full Time & Part Time positions available
£25,845 per year (pro rata)
Full UK Driving Licence would be beneficial

Are you craving job satisfaction and to have make a positive impact on someone's day?

Well then you already have what it takes to start a rewarding career in social care where your natural skills really make a difference. We can offer you meaningful work ,a real career with job security and progression !

We are currently seeking to recruit dedicated staff for our service in Saffron Walden to support individuals with learning disabilities. The people we support enjoy being active in their local community, including community outings, walks, swimming, music, and other leisure activities.

You must be available to complete shifts throughout the 7 day week , including 8:00am to 4:00pm, 4:00pm to 9:00pm as well as sleep ins.

Your day might include:

• Helping adults with learning disabilities live independently,
• Supporting with everyday tasks like shopping, cooking, or household jobs,
• Encouraging social activities, community involvement, and family connections,
• Providing respectful personal care where needed,
• Making every day enjoyable for the people we support, and for you!

Perks:

• Early Pay access wages before payday
• Paid enhanced DBS (so no upfront costs)
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• Paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Fully funded, award-winning training and qualifications
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Shopping discounts via Blue Light Card and Benefits website
• Recommend a Friend scheme earn up to £500
• Free 24/7 wellbeing support, counselling, and advice

We re an inclusive employer. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, if you have a disability and meet the basic role criteria, we ll guarantee you an interview.

Ready to leave retail or hospitality behind? Apply now and start your feel-good career with Avenues

Job Overview
We are looking for a Support Worker to provide essential support to the care home. This position requires a caring nature, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently.

Note: SPONSORSHIP WILL NOT BE PROVIDED.

Female Preferable

Required Documents:

1. Moving and Handling Practical Training Certificates
2. DBS in Uodater Service

Requirements:
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and team members
Ability to provide compassionate care and support to individuals.
Familiarity with healthcare protocols and procedures.
Attention to detail in documenting patient information.

Responsibilities
Assist patients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Support the development and implementation of care plans tailored to individual needs.
Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Document patient progress and report any changes in condition.

Uphold hygiene and safety standards in all care environments.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker.

Support Worker

Location: Selby

Pay: From £14.29 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay

Reference: SW/SELBY/5

Jane Lewis is looking for experienced Support Workers in Selby to join our agency team and work across a range of local care services.

You ll support people with a range of needs to live as independently as possible and enjoy the routines, relationships and activities that matter to them.

What we can offer you:

• Flexible shifts to fit around your availability
• Weekly pay
• Free enhanced DBS check
• Free training and development opportunities
• A friendly office team to support you with every shift
• £500 Refer a Nurse bonus

What you ll be doing:

• Providing person-centred care and support
• Supporting everyday tasks, activities and community access
• Encouraging independence, choice and social engagement
• Providing or prompting personal care when required
• Following support plans and keeping accurate records

What you ll need:

• To be aged 18 or over
• At least six months of paid UK care or support experience within the last two years
• The right to work in the UK
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A caring, reliable and professional approach

Jane Lewis is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

This is flexible agency work, with shifts offered according to service requirements. Hours are not guaranteed.

Established in 1987, Jane Lewis is a trusted healthcare recruitment agency that puts people first.

If you re an experienced Support Worker looking for flexible agency work in Selby, apply today.

Terms and conditions apply.

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Make a Real Impact - Join Our Team at Culverton Court!

Position: Support Worker
Location: Princes Risborough
Salary: 26,853 per annum
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Join our compassionate team at Culverton Court, a supported living service for adults with mental health needs. We create an inclusive environment where individuals are respected and empowered to build independence and achieve personal goals.

You will provide respectful, person-centred care that promotes dignity and inclusion, working collaboratively to help individuals build life skills, manage daily routines, and achieve their goals. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting with medication
• Encouraging independence through cooking, cleaning, and budgeting
• Contributing to personalised plans and risk assessments

About You

Experience in care or support is essential. The role includes working shifts on a rota, weekends and bank holidays, plus one sleep-in per week (an additional allowance of 52.78 per sleep-in).

Hightown Benefits

• 26,853 per annum (37.5 hours per week)
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
• Blue Light Card, access to discounts for national and local retailers
• Workplace pension and life assurance (three times annual salary)
• Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonus
• Annual salary and cost of living review
• Ongoing training and development
• Employee assistance helpline

The successful candidate must always maintain appropriate professional boundaries and understand their responsibilities in relation to positions of trust.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical clearances.

We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.

We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.