Team Manager - Children in Care Service Enfield 42- 46 per hour (Umbrella) 4-Month Contract Starting 1st June or ASAP Thereafter We are currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Children in Care Service in Enfield on an initial 4-month contract. This is a key leadership role within Children's Social Care, managing a team responsible for children subject to: Child in Need Plans Child Protection Plans Care Proceedings Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a high-performing social work team within the Children in Care service Provide effective supervision, oversight, and case direction Ensure high-quality practice and compliance with statutory responsibilities Support staff development and promote positive outcomes for children and families Oversee complex safeguarding and court work Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration Significant experience within Child Protection and...

This North London Authority are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to work within their Childrens with Disabilities team. Details of the role are: This role will sit in our children's disability team (children up to 18 years old). The teams specialises in working with young people with autism so experience of working in this area (mental health, children's disabilities and autism) is essential. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Practice Development Lead to join their team. Main focus Provide support to Team Managers and colleagues who have NQSWs in the teams, including developing written policies and guidance, with the aim for them to be endorsed by HCC as completing their ASYE. Support and guidance to NQSWs, this will be on a one-to-one basis or in groups, providing coaching, expert knowledge, training, reflective supervision, skills and practice development. To develop and co-ordinate the ASYE training programme (either commissioning external trainers/partner agencies or delivering personally). Undertaking and supporting the assessment of the NQSWs against the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for child and family social work. Providing coaching and/or mentoring support for both NQSWs and experienced social care staff and managers. Support the practice learning experience of social work students and...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Local Authority Designated Officer to join their team. Job responsibilites To manage and oversee the allegations management process in line with current local and national safeguarding procedures and guidance issued by the Department for Education and Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, including the identification of those at risk or in need of protection, determining with the employer the most suitable method of intervention. To manage and oversee individual cases from all partner agencies of the Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children's Partnership employing or supplying staff to the children's workforce. To chair LADO meetings that look at an allegation against an individual working in the children's workforce and agreeing decisions and actions, ensuring the accuracy of notes, their timely distribution and accurate recording on the agreed systems. To disseminate the outcomes of...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Practice Development Lead to join their team. Main focus Provide support to Team Managers and colleagues who have NQSWs in the teams, including developing written policies and guidance, with the aim for them to be endorsed by HCC as completing their ASYE. Support and guidance to NQSWs, this will be on a one-to-one basis or in groups, providing coaching, expert knowledge, training, reflective supervision, skills and practice development. To develop and co-ordinate the ASYE training programme (either commissioning external trainers/partner agencies or delivering personally). Undertaking and supporting the assessment of the NQSWs against the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for child and family social work. Providing coaching and/or mentoring support for both NQSWs and experienced social care staff and managers. Support the practice learning experience of social work students and apprentices...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Local Authority Designated Officer to join their team. Job responsibilites To manage and oversee the allegations management process in line with current local and national safeguarding procedures and guidance issued by the Department for Education and Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, including the identification of those at risk or in need of protection, determining with the employer the most suitable method of intervention. To manage and oversee individual cases from all partner agencies of the Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children's Partnership employing or supplying staff to the children's workforce. To chair LADO meetings that look at an allegation against an individual working in the children's workforce and agreeing decisions and actions, ensuring the accuracy of notes, their timely distribution and accurate recording on the agreed systems. To disseminate the outcomes of...

Our client Blackburn with Darwen Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital/Discharge to assess Team. Job description: We are looking for a skilled and motivated Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge and Discharge to Assess (D2A) service. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role focused on supporting timely, safe, and person-centred discharges from hospital into community settings via Discharge to Assess pathways. ASAP Start Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in ensuring individuals leave hospital with the right support in place, enabling them to recover and regain independence in the most appropriate environment. This is a hybrid role, offering a balance of office based ,on-site hospital work, community visits, and remote working. Our Approach Our practice is grounded in person-centred, strengths-based principles. We work collaboratively with individuals, families, and partner agencies to build on existing...

We are working with Cafcass to appoint a Family Court Advisor ( Qualified Social Worker ) to join their Kent Office. This role offers considerable flexibility with a requirement to attend the office monthly. Requirements of the role. Provide case analysis via a Court report, setting out recommendations to the court for parents and families who are involved in private law proceedings. You will need to be an expert in safeguarding, child engagement, inter-agency working, case analysis, planning, and recording. Cafcass's work can be demanding. Therefore, you will need to be resilient and organised, have the ability to work proportionately, with strong IT skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. You will have experience of providing reports to the court and giving oral evidence in court. Working with parents, relatives, local authorities, and the courts, being able to demonstrate your understanding of what the child needs, wants, and feels. Suitable...

Our client Blackburn with Darwen Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital/Discharge to assess Team. Job description: We are looking for a skilled and motivated Social Worker to join our Hospital Discharge and Discharge to Assess (D2A) service. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role focused on supporting timely, safe, and person-centred discharges from hospital into community settings via Discharge to Assess pathways. ASAP Start Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in ensuring individuals leave hospital with the right support in place, enabling them to recover and regain independence in the most appropriate environment. This is a hybrid role, offering a balance of office based ,on-site hospital work, community visits, and remote working. Our Approach Our practice is grounded in person-centred, strengths-based principles. We work collaboratively with individuals, families, and partner agencies to build on existing...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Transitions Team in Halton. The team supports young people aged 14 and above who meet Care Act eligibility criteria, helping them move from children's to adult services with the right support in place. In this role, you will be responsible for screening referrals and completing Care Act assessments, ensuring young people receive appropriate, person-centred care and support plans. Key Responsibilities: Undertake screening of referrals into the Transitions Team Complete Care Act assessments in line with statutory requirements Work collaboratively with young people, families, and multi-agency professionals Support effective transition planning from children's to adult services Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration Proven experience completing Care Act assessments Strong assessment and analytical skills Ability to work...

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Short Break Service for Children with Disabilities Team within Halton Council. We are looking for a Social Worker who shares our commitment to provide services that enable families of children with disabilities to have an improved quality of life within their communities. You will have a key role in assessing the needs of disabled children who have complex needs, producing a robust, person centred, Child in Need plan and supporting them to access short break services. Key Responsibilities: Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions. Undertake complex assessments for children and young people with disabilities, identifying needs and risks, and determining appropriate short break interventions. Lead and manage complex care planning for disabled children and their...

Our client Somerset council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Kinship care team. Key tasks and responsibilities: Children's Services Function The responsibility of the Children's Services Function is to promote and ensure the safety, well-being and learning of children and young people. Within the Service, Children and Young People's Social Care Team provide services to "Children in Need", children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children "Looked After" and consultancy across Early Help Services. Many of these roles operate through "multi-agency" teams. Qualified Social Workers will work in accordance with professional standards (as set by the HCPC) and provide case responsible roles and statutory services to:- Children and young people in need; Children subject to "child protection plans"; Children "looked after". They may also provide specialist and/or consultancy services where deemed beneficial to children and families to other professionals...

Our client Somerset council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Kinship care team. Key tasks and responsibilities: Children's Services Function The responsibility of the Children's Services Function is to promote and ensure the safety, well-being and learning of children and young people. Within the Service, Children and Young People's Social Care Team provide services to "Children in Need", children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children "Looked After" and consultancy across Early Help Services. Many of these roles operate through "multi-agency" teams. Qualified Social Workers will work in accordance with professional standards (as set by the HCPC) and provide case responsible roles and statutory services to:- Children and young people in need; Children subject to "child protection plans"; Children "looked after". They may also provide specialist and/or consultancy services where deemed beneficial to children and families to other professionals...

Our client Brent council is looking for a Social worker to join their LAC and Permanency and Localities team. Duties Provide a high-quality social work service for children and families in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Provide high quality child and family assessments in relation to children in need, those who require protection or those who are 'looked after' by the local authority. To prepare reports under supervision of practice assessors and/or qualified social workers to courts to attend court hearings when necessary. To hold a maximum caseload of 20 cases. To provide effective case plans for all children on your caseload and amend these when necessary. To regularly monitor and review the progress of young people. Keep up to date and accurate records using the appropriate information technology. Produce high quality written and verbal reports to a range of professional and legal forums. Make professional decisions which...

Our client Brent council is looking for a Social Worker to join their LAC, Permanency & Localities team. Responsibilities (depending on level) Provide a high-quality social work service for children and families in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Provide high quality child and family assessments in relation to children in need, those who require protection or those who are 'looked after' by the local authority. To prepare reports under supervision of practice assessors and/or qualified social workers to courts to attend court hearings when necessary. To hold a maximum caseload of 20 cases. To provide effective case plans for all children on your caseload and amend these when necessary. To regularly monitor and review the progress of young people. Keep up to date and accurate records using the appropriate information technology. Produce high quality written and verbal reports to a range of professional and legal forums....

Our client Brent council is looking for a Social Worker to join their LAC, Permanency & Localities team. Responsibilities (depending on level) Provide a high-quality social work service for children and families in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Provide high quality child and family assessments in relation to children in need, those who require protection or those who are 'looked after' by the local authority. To prepare reports under supervision of practice assessors and/or qualified social workers to courts to attend court hearings when necessary. To hold a maximum caseload of 20 cases. To provide effective case plans for all children on your caseload and amend these when necessary. To regularly monitor and review the progress of young people. Keep up to date and accurate records using the appropriate information technology. Produce high quality written and verbal reports to a range of professional and legal forums....

Candidates must; - be a car driver. - be able to attend the office 5 days during duty week (every 5 weeks) - 3 days when not on duty. - have 3 years PQE in a permanent setting. Candidate experience non-negotiables 1. Strong Safeguarding Practice & Legal Knowledge 2. Highly effective Communication & Professional Curiosity 3. Reliability, Accountability & Good Case Recording 4. Strong levels of emotional Resilience & Safe Professional Boundaries 5. High commitment to Values, Diversity & Ethical Practice Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10 May 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon. Experienced Social Workers are more autonomous in their role. They demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk, striking a...

Qualified Social Workers required within the Mental Health Team 3 Month Contract (Possible extension) Rate 38 Per hour (Umbrella Rate) Location: Havant Skills and Experience Required Provide support and therapy to individuals and families experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, or substance misuse, using a strengths-based approach. Conduct assessments (psychosocial, risk, care needs) to establish diagnoses and identify required support. Develop and monitor individualised care plans , in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Undertake crisis intervention and risk management, safeguarding vulnerable individuals using frameworks like the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, or Care Act. Advocate for clients' rights and coordinate with community, statutory, and voluntary services to ensure access to resources and promote social inclusion. Provide therapy and counselling through one-to-one...

Support worker position in Wakefield Are you an experienced, compassionate support worker with 6 months experience in the UK , and are you looking for a new opportunity to make peoples lives more meaningful? If so, this opportunity is for you. The role: The emphasis of this job will be supporting individuals with complex and challenging behaviours. You will be expected to work on male and female wards. Candidates must have at least 6 months experience working as a support worker with previous experience dealing with patients with challenging behaviours What we are looking for in you Passionate about helping others and have the ability to support and encourage people to achieve their full potential . Commitment to ensure that people with disabilities are valued and enabled to take control of their own lives. You are looking to build a fulfilling and rewarding career in social care, truly making a difference to the lives of those who you support....

Job Title: Social Worker - Adolescents Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in adolescent care to join our diverse and inclusive team. Our organisation values equality and promotes an environment where all individuals feel respected and supported. The Social Worker will focus on supporting adolescents, especially those encountering unauthorised or challenging circumstances, ensuring their safety, well-being, and access to essential services. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs and risks faced by adolescents, including unauthorised or vulnerable situations. Develop and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with adolescents, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Provide counselling, guidance, and crisis intervention to adolescents experiencing emotional, social, or legal challenges. Advocate for adolescents? rights and access to education, healthcare, and social services....