- Newcastle City Council is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our established and supportive team within Children's Social Care. This role is essential for driving high-quality, reflective practice, leading complex casework, and mentoring colleagues.If you have proven expertise in statutory duties, complex court work, and a passion for shaping the development of others, this is a pivotal opportunity to advance your career inNewcastle City Council is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our established and supportive team within Children's Social Care. This role is essential for driving high-quality, reflective practice, leading complex casework, and mentoring colleagues.If you have proven expertise in statutory duties, complex court work, and a passion for shaping the development of others, this is a pivotal opportunity to advance your career in
- The core of the role is to act as the "voice of the child" in the family court. Your duties will include:Case Analysis & Safeguarding: Conducting early safeguarding checks and risk assessments to identify child protection issues.Direct Work with Children: Meeting with children (in homes, schools, or offices) to understand their wishes and feelings.Report Writing: Producing high-quality Section 7 reports and safeguarding letters with clear, evidence-based rThe core of the role is to act as the "voice of the child" in the family court. Your duties will include:Case Analysis & Safeguarding: Conducting early safeguarding checks and risk assessments to identify child protection issues.Direct Work with Children: Meeting with children (in homes, schools, or offices) to understand their wishes and feelings.Report Writing: Producing high-quality Section 7 reports and safeguarding letters with clear, evidence-based r
- Child and Family Worker (Family Time Specialist)Pay Rate: £24.00 per hourHours: 37 hours per week (Full-Time)Location: Based in Kendal, covering Lancashire ---The RoleAre you a dedicated professional looking to help children maintain vital connections with their families? We are seeking a Child and Family Worker to facilitate and supervise Family Time (supervised contact) sessions across Kendal and the wider Lancashire area.You will be the vital link thatChild and Family Worker (Family Time Specialist)Pay Rate: £24.00 per hourHours: 37 hours per week (Full-Time)Location: Based in Kendal, covering Lancashire ---The RoleAre you a dedicated professional looking to help children maintain vital connections with their families? We are seeking a Child and Family Worker to facilitate and supervise Family Time (supervised contact) sessions across Kendal and the wider Lancashire area.You will be the vital link that
- The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Support and Protect Team based in Workington. This team is at the forefront of safeguarding, working with children and families to accurately identify needs and ensure appropriate services are provided at the right time to achieve the best possible outcomes.Working Pattern & Model [Non-Negotiable]This role offers a structured hybrid working model designed to balance frontlThe OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Support and Protect Team based in Workington. This team is at the forefront of safeguarding, working with children and families to accurately identify needs and ensure appropriate services are provided at the right time to achieve the best possible outcomes.Working Pattern & Model [Non-Negotiable]This role offers a structured hybrid working model designed to balance frontl
- We are seeking a resilient and experienced Registered Manager to take the helm of our residential service in Berwick-upon-Tweed.The Role:Overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the home.Ensuring full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015.Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of dedicated Support Workers.Managing budgets and local authority relationships.The Essentials:Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential CWe are seeking a resilient and experienced Registered Manager to take the helm of our residential service in Berwick-upon-Tweed.The Role:Overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the home.Ensuring full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015.Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of dedicated Support Workers.Managing budgets and local authority relationships.The Essentials:Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential C
- To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families, and courts by assessing court applications for child protection and serious welfare issues. As an FCA, you act as the independent "voice of the child," ensuring their wishes and feelings are central to the court's decision-making process.Key ResponsibilitiesSafeguarding & Assessment: Conduct high-quality early safeguarding checks, risk assessments, and complex case analyses for both PublTo provide advanced social work-level services to children, families, and courts by assessing court applications for child protection and serious welfare issues. As an FCA, you act as the independent "voice of the child," ensuring their wishes and feelings are central to the court's decision-making process.Key ResponsibilitiesSafeguarding & Assessment: Conduct high-quality early safeguarding checks, risk assessments, and complex case analyses for both Publ
- Hospital Discharge Case ManagerLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne (Integrated Hospital Discharge Team)Pay Rate: £27 per hourContract: Full-time, Temporary (Ongoing)Are you a proactive Social Worker or Nurse with a passion for supporting patients in their transition from hospital to home? We are looking for dedicated individuals to join the Newcastle Integrated Hospital Discharge Team to help ensure safe, timely, and effective discharges across the city's majorHospital Discharge Case ManagerLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne (Integrated Hospital Discharge Team)Pay Rate: £27 per hourContract: Full-time, Temporary (Ongoing)Are you a proactive Social Worker or Nurse with a passion for supporting patients in their transition from hospital to home? We are looking for dedicated individuals to join the Newcastle Integrated Hospital Discharge Team to help ensure safe, timely, and effective discharges across the city's major
- Provide regular supervision and support to allocated foster carers, including at least monthlysupervision in line with MFC expectations. Ensure the child/young person's voice is heard and recorded; see the child as required andat least bi-monthly when in placement (or more frequently based on need/risk). Support safe matching, placement planning and stability; attend key meetings/reviews andcontribute to multi-agency working. Respond to safeguarding conProvide regular supervision and support to allocated foster carers, including at least monthlysupervision in line with MFC expectations. Ensure the child/young person's voice is heard and recorded; see the child as required andat least bi-monthly when in placement (or more frequently based on need/risk). Support safe matching, placement planning and stability; attend key meetings/reviews andcontribute to multi-agency working. Respond to safeguarding con
- Join our Ofsted "Outstanding" authority in a vital quality assurance role. You will be at the heart of our mission to improve outcomes for cared-for children and those at risk of significant harm. This is a countywide brief that offers the opportunity to shape practice and ensure the child's voice is heard at every level.Key Responsibilities:Chairing: Lead Child Protection Conferences and Cared For (Looked After) Reviews with a child-centered, outcome-focuJoin our Ofsted "Outstanding" authority in a vital quality assurance role. You will be at the heart of our mission to improve outcomes for cared-for children and those at risk of significant harm. This is a countywide brief that offers the opportunity to shape practice and ensure the child's voice is heard at every level.Key Responsibilities:Chairing: Lead Child Protection Conferences and Cared For (Looked After) Reviews with a child-centered, outcome-focu
- Carlisle, Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days on-site / 2 days remote)Pay Rate: £45.00 per hourContract: Full-time (37 hours per week), Temporary/AgencyThe RoleAre you a dedicated Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families in Cumbria? We are seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Support and Protect Team in Carlisle. This is a frontline role focused on providing high-quality support and robust protection for chiCarlisle, Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days on-site / 2 days remote)Pay Rate: £45.00 per hourContract: Full-time (37 hours per week), Temporary/AgencyThe RoleAre you a dedicated Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families in Cumbria? We are seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Support and Protect Team in Carlisle. This is a frontline role focused on providing high-quality support and robust protection for chi
- Randstad are keen to recruit experienced Social Work Assistants for roles across the Belfast Trust area.The Social Work Assistant will become an integral part of an experienced Social Care team providing invaluable support to senior Social Workers and management teams in the delivery & provision of efficient and effective services across Family & Childcare and Older People's Services.BenefitsBand 4 pay scale £14.06 per hour Full Time Hours x 37.5 per weekPRandstad are keen to recruit experienced Social Work Assistants for roles across the Belfast Trust area.The Social Work Assistant will become an integral part of an experienced Social Care team providing invaluable support to senior Social Workers and management teams in the delivery & provision of efficient and effective services across Family & Childcare and Older People's Services.BenefitsBand 4 pay scale £14.06 per hour Full Time Hours x 37.5 per weekP
- Due to complex user needs and a significant increase in the volume of Service Users, Randstad are keen to recruit experienced Support Workers for immediately available contracts. The successful candidates will provide assistance to users within the services of Adult Physical Disability in a day centre environment.Benefits£12.75 per hourMonday - Friday 9am-3.30pm shift3 month contract with scope for extensionEnhanced holiday packagePensionFully funded, ongoDue to complex user needs and a significant increase in the volume of Service Users, Randstad are keen to recruit experienced Support Workers for immediately available contracts. The successful candidates will provide assistance to users within the services of Adult Physical Disability in a day centre environment.Benefits£12.75 per hourMonday - Friday 9am-3.30pm shift3 month contract with scope for extensionEnhanced holiday packagePensionFully funded, ongo
- Join a team of compassionate Support Workers!Are you committed to driving positive change in the lives of young people outside a residential setting? Our tailored, localised care services address complex needs and focus on understanding the profound impact of trauma and life journeys on behaviours and communication. Join us and make a lasting difference! We have a requirement for experienced support workers to join an existing bespoke team from Inverness,Join a team of compassionate Support Workers!Are you committed to driving positive change in the lives of young people outside a residential setting? Our tailored, localised care services address complex needs and focus on understanding the profound impact of trauma and life journeys on behaviours and communication. Join us and make a lasting difference! We have a requirement for experienced support workers to join an existing bespoke team from Inverness,
- Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services? We have a fantastic Locum Social Work opportunity based within a Children's MASH team based in the Knowsley, Merseyside area. Working in MASH you will be centrally located with colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best possible service to children, young people and their families.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - one poinAre you a committed Qualified Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services? We have a fantastic Locum Social Work opportunity based within a Children's MASH team based in the Knowsley, Merseyside area. Working in MASH you will be centrally located with colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best possible service to children, young people and their families.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - one poin
- Locum Social Worker - Permanence TeamAre you a Qualified Social Worker passionate about improving outcomes for children in care?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing complex cases and making a real difference?We have a fantastic locum opportunity within the Permanence / Looked After Children's team in Liverpool City Council, a highly regarded and supportive local authority.BenefitsHybrid WorkingDedicated consultant - your single point of contLocum Social Worker - Permanence TeamAre you a Qualified Social Worker passionate about improving outcomes for children in care?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing complex cases and making a real difference?We have a fantastic locum opportunity within the Permanence / Looked After Children's team in Liverpool City Council, a highly regarded and supportive local authority.BenefitsHybrid WorkingDedicated consultant - your single point of cont
- Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Children with Disability Team in the Knowsley area.Benefits:Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portalWeekly payrollCompetitive pay ratesWorking with a top local authorityWeekly mailers keeping yoAre you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Children with Disability Team in the Knowsley area.Benefits:Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portalWeekly payrollCompetitive pay ratesWorking with a top local authorityWeekly mailers keeping yo
- Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Rochdale area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant -Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Rochdale area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant -
- Social Worker - Support & ProtectionTrafford Council is currently recruiting for permanent Social Workers to join our Support & Protection Service across our locality teams in Altrincham, Stretford, and Sale.This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and well-supported local authority committed to delivering high-quality services and positive outcomes for children and families.Benefits:Salary: £37,280 - £42,839 per annumSocial Workers appointedSocial Worker - Support & ProtectionTrafford Council is currently recruiting for permanent Social Workers to join our Support & Protection Service across our locality teams in Altrincham, Stretford, and Sale.This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and well-supported local authority committed to delivering high-quality services and positive outcomes for children and families.Benefits:Salary: £37,280 - £42,839 per annumSocial Workers appointed
- Are you an experienced Social Worker with strong Kinship experience?Do you have a passion for delivering high quality support to Children's Services?A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Locum Social Worker to join a Kinship Team in the Bolton area. Working within the Fostering Service, you'll be completing kinship assessments and providing targeted support to carers and children.BenefitsDedicated consultant - one consistent point of contactAccess to ouAre you an experienced Social Worker with strong Kinship experience?Do you have a passion for delivering high quality support to Children's Services?A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Locum Social Worker to join a Kinship Team in the Bolton area. Working within the Fostering Service, you'll be completing kinship assessments and providing targeted support to carers and children.BenefitsDedicated consultant - one consistent point of contactAccess to ou
- Are you a Qualified Social Worker who's passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities?We're working with a highly supportive Children with Disabilities Team in the Bury area who are seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join them in delivering outstanding care and tailored support to children with complex needs and their families.Benefits:Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/TAre you a Qualified Social Worker who's passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities?We're working with a highly supportive Children with Disabilities Team in the Bury area who are seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join them in delivering outstanding care and tailored support to children with complex needs and their families.Benefits:Dedicated Consultant - one point of contactKeep your CPD/T
- 10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join
- 10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join
- 10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join10x Children's Social Workers | CAFCASS (Work to First Hearing)Role: Qualified Children's Social WorkerTeam: Work to First Hearing (WTFH) Location: Fully Remote (Work from anywhere in England)Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Availability: Immediate or Max 4-week noticeBe the Voice for Children in the Family CourtsCAFCASS is currently seeking 10 Qualified Social Workers to join our vital Work to First Hearing (WTFH) teams. This is a prestigious opportunity to join
- Social Worker: Adoption Support Team (Cumbria)Role: Qualified Social WorkerTeam: Adoption SupportLocation: Cumbria (County-wide coverage)Rate: £45.00 per hourDuration: 9 months (Minimum)Hours: Full-TimeMake a Lasting Difference in Adoptive JourneysAre you an experienced Adoption Social Worker looking for a meaningful, long-term placement? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Adoption Support Team in Cumbria for a minimum of 9 months.This rolSocial Worker: Adoption Support Team (Cumbria)Role: Qualified Social WorkerTeam: Adoption SupportLocation: Cumbria (County-wide coverage)Rate: £45.00 per hourDuration: 9 months (Minimum)Hours: Full-TimeMake a Lasting Difference in Adoptive JourneysAre you an experienced Adoption Social Worker looking for a meaningful, long-term placement? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Adoption Support Team in Cumbria for a minimum of 9 months.This rol
- Island Community Support Worker - Driving License RequiredWe are seeking dedicated and experienced Island Community Support Workers to provide essential care to adults within their own homes across various UK islands. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals while experiencing the distinct lifestyle of island communities.Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive home care, including personal care, mediIsland Community Support Worker - Driving License RequiredWe are seeking dedicated and experienced Island Community Support Workers to provide essential care to adults within their own homes across various UK islands. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of individuals while experiencing the distinct lifestyle of island communities.Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive home care, including personal care, medi
- Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services?We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for 3 x Locum Family Court Advisers to work within their Public and Private Law team. The role will be based in Bournemouth or Portsmouth officer covering Hampshire.CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified sDo you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services?We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for 3 x Locum Family Court Advisers to work within their Public and Private Law team. The role will be based in Bournemouth or Portsmouth officer covering Hampshire.CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified s
- Senior Social Care Worker Location: Residential Care Home Setting (Scottish Islands)Pay: £23 UmbrellaHours: Up to 50 hours per week | Shifts 07:00 - Midnight | Accommodation ProvidedContract: Minimum 3 monthsRole OverviewWe are recruiting three experienced Senior Social Care Workers to support the operational running of residential services. This is a leadership role requiring strong management experience within a care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDeputSenior Social Care Worker Location: Residential Care Home Setting (Scottish Islands)Pay: £23 UmbrellaHours: Up to 50 hours per week | Shifts 07:00 - Midnight | Accommodation ProvidedContract: Minimum 3 monthsRole OverviewWe are recruiting three experienced Senior Social Care Workers to support the operational running of residential services. This is a leadership role requiring strong management experience within a care environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDeput
- Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Adult Services in Fife.Key Responsibilities:Managing a caseload within Adult Services, including complex cases.Conducting assessments, care planning, and risk management.Responding to urgent referrals and crisis situations.Working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to support vulnerable adults.Ensuring compliance with relevant lAre you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Adult Services in Fife.Key Responsibilities:Managing a caseload within Adult Services, including complex cases.Conducting assessments, care planning, and risk management.Responding to urgent referrals and crisis situations.Working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to support vulnerable adults.Ensuring compliance with relevant l
- Join Randstad as a Children and Families Social Worker in Scotland! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? Randstad, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking dedicated Social Workers to join our team. Position: Children and Families Social Worker Contract: Temporary, with potential for extension Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Role Responsibilities: Assessing and managing cases of children andJoin Randstad as a Children and Families Social Worker in Scotland! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? Randstad, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking dedicated Social Workers to join our team. Position: Children and Families Social Worker Contract: Temporary, with potential for extension Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Role Responsibilities: Assessing and managing cases of children and
- An exciting locum opportunity is available for a skilled Criminal Justice Social Worker. Candidates with RoSH (Risk of Serious Harm) assessment experience are highly desirable. This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality interventions within a custodial environment. Key Responsibilities:Conduct RoSH assessments and manage risk for high-risk offenders.Provide social work services to individuals within the prison sysAn exciting locum opportunity is available for a skilled Criminal Justice Social Worker. Candidates with RoSH (Risk of Serious Harm) assessment experience are highly desirable. This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality interventions within a custodial environment. Key Responsibilities:Conduct RoSH assessments and manage risk for high-risk offenders.Provide social work services to individuals within the prison sys
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