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We're a growing team of expert, specialist and advanced health and care professionals supporting private clients, solicitors and families across the UK. If you have at least 7 years of post-qualifying experience and leadership or management experience (at AfC 8a or above) in the NHS or have worked as a team/service manager (of above) in a Local Authority, please consider contacting our director for a confidential conversation.

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Senior Associate/Consultant Social Worker, North East, reference NC16

Nova Care Consultants is a leading private health and care practice operating across England and Wales, supporting vulnerable individuals and families since 2017.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an Senior Associate or Consultant Social Worker (North East) to join our multidisciplinary team. You will deliver high-quality, court-ready assessments and independent reports for private clients, solicitors, and other instructing parties. This is a senior, autonomous role for an experienced practitioner who combines excellent analytical writing with confident professional judgement, and who can work with warmth, clarity, and authority in complex, sensitive situations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Undertake in-person assessments and produce independent social work reports to a high professional standard.

· Complete Mental Capacity Act-related assessments and documentation as instructed (including COP3/PA14 where appropriate).

· Provide expert input across matters involving care planning, safeguarding, best interests decision-making, and complex family dynamics.

· Prepare clear, evidence-based written work suitable for legal audiences, including solicitors, the Court of Protection, and tribunals.

· Work confidently with vulnerable adults, families, and professionals, maintaining a calm, compassionate, and boundaried approach.

· Maintain accurate records and comply with confidentiality, data protection, and professional regulatory standards.

· Liaise effectively with instructing parties, including providing updates, clarifying instructions, and meeting agreed timescales.

· Contribute to service quality, peer learning, and continuous improvement within the Nova Care team.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with minimum 7 years post-qualifying experience (PQE).

• Current registration with the relevant professional regulator (e.g., Social Work England).

• Holds either:

• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification, or Best Interests Assessor (BIA) qualification.

• Management or leadership experience is essential (e.g., supervision, practice leadership, service development, quality assurance, or operational leadership).

• Demonstrable experience producing high-quality written work, including either: At least 12 independent reports completed outside Local Authority practice, or Substantial experience in Court of Protection (CoP) work and/or Mental Health Tribunal work.

• Strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, best interests decision-making, and evidence-based practice.

• Excellent report-writing skills: structured, analytical, and proportionate, with clear rationale and defensible conclusions.

• Confident working independently, managing caseload, deadlines, and professional boundaries.

• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across the North East for in-person assessments.

Desirable requirements

· Experience as an expert witness or in providing court-ready opinion evidence.
· Experience with complex funding disputes (e.g., NHS Continuing Healthcare) or care package disputes.
· Experience working with forensic, dementia, neurodiversity, brain injury, or complex mental health presentations.
· Additional training in report writing, giving evidence, or legal skills (e.g., Bond Solon or equivalent).

PERSONAL QUALITIES

· Warm, professional, and compassionate — able to build trust quickly.
· Calm under pressure, with sound judgement in complex and emotive situations.
· Meticulous attention to detail, with a strong ethical compass.
· Reliable, responsive, and committed to delivering excellent outcomes for clients.

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS

· North East based, with remote admin and in-person assessment work.
· Work allocated in line with your availability and expertise.
· Fees/rates discussed at interview and aligned to experience and instruction type.
(Typically paid at £315-350 per day, per assessment, and travel).

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining:

1. Your PQE and current registration

2. Whether you hold AMHP or BIA qualification

3. Your management/leadership experience

4. Evidence of at least 3 independent reports (anon) and/or substantial CoP/Mental Health Tribunal experience

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal Assistant to the Director post number NC14

Nova Care Consultants is a leading private health and care practice operating across England and Wales, supporting vulnerable individuals and families since 2017.

POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to support the Managing Director of Nova Care Consultants. This role will also support our Nova Care Consultants working across the UK and is a remote-based role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage correspondence, emails, and telephone enquiries for the director.
• Maintain accurate client records and case files in compliance with regulatory requirements for the director.
• Prepare reports, letters, and documentation to professional standards for the director.
• Coordinate appointments and manage calendars for multiple professionals for the director.
• Handle invoicing, payment processing, and basic financial administration for the director.
• Provide first-line support to clients and their families with empathy and professionalism for the director.
• Coordinate client assessments and appointments for the director.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Lead marketing activities, including social media content coordination.
• Assist with business development initiatives and client relationship management.
• Maintain all document management systems for the director.
• Assist the director with special projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate training and professional development activities on behalf of the senior leadership team.
• Maintain databases and management information systems for the director.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Requirements
• Minimum 3+ year of administrative or business support experience.
• Educated to diploma level (level 5)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Professional telephone manner and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to varied workload and priorities.

Desirable Requirements
• Experience in healthcare, social care or legal environment.
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience with CRM systems and database management.
• Knowledge of digital marketing.
• Experience supporting a senior consultant or director of professional services or consultancy.

PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Empathetic and caring approach to client interaction.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
• Part-time position (10 hours per week - flexible working - over 3 to 4 days a week)
• Starting salary to be agreed, depending on skills.
• 100% remote-based working.

BENEFITS
• Supportive employer.
• Contribution to meaningful work supporting vulnerable individuals
• Opportunity to work with award-winning professionals

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to: Managing Director
Supervises: None, but may assist and direct the work of junior office staff
Working closely with: All

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in this role and how your experience aligns with our requirements. See the link below or click here to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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Professional Support Officer (PSO) post number NC15

Nova Care Consultants is a leading private health and care practice operating across England and Wales, supporting vulnerable individuals and families since 2017.

POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a part-time Professional Support Officer to provide comprehensive business support to our directors. This role will support our Nova Care Consultants working across the UK and is based in our Portsmouth, Hampshire office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage client correspondence, emails, and telephone enquiries.
• Maintain accurate client records and case files in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports, letters, and documentation to professional standards.
• Coordinate appointments and manage calendars for multiple professionals.
• Handle invoicing, payment processing, and basic financial administration.
• Provide second-line support to clients and their families with empathy and professionalism.
• Coordinate client assessments and appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Oversee marketing activities, including social media content coordination.
• Lead business development initiatives and client relationship management.
• Manage office systems, filing, and document management.
• Lead on special projects and business improvement initiatives.
• Supervise the Professional Support Assistant.
• Coordinate training and professional development activities.
• Maintain databases and management information systems.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Requirements
• Minimum 4+ years of administrative or business support experience.
• Educated to A-level standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Professional telephone manner and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to varied workload and priorities.
• Clean driver's licence held and access to own transport.

Desirable Requirements
• Experience in healthcare, social care or legal environment.
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience with CRM systems and database management.
• Knowledge of supporting a managing director of a company.
• Experience supporting professional services or consultancy.

PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Empathetic and caring approach to client interaction.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
• Part-time position (10 hours per week / 5 hours two days a week)
• Starting up to £13 per hour
• Office-based 50% and remote working 50%.

BENEFITS
• Supportive working environment
• Contribution to meaningful work supporting vulnerable individuals
• Opportunity to work with award-winning professionals
• Free parking on site (Portsmouth)
• Free refreshments (tea, coffee, soft drinks, bottled water)

REPORTING STRUCTURE
Reports to: Director
Supervises: Professional Support Assistant
Working closely with: All

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in this role and how your experience aligns with our requirements. See the link below or click here to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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