Our client Somerset council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Children looked after team. Somerset Council are looking for an experienced locum Social Worker to join our Children Looked After Team in Sedgemoor. The key purpose of the role is to build meaningful relationships with our children and young people, supporting them through effective care planning, and fulfilling our statutory duties and being the front line in our corporate parenting. The role Within our Children Looked After team, you will have a manageable caseload of children and young people looked after by Somerset, across the age range from 1 to 17, getting alongside them and supporting them to achieve their aspirations. You will need experience in care proceedings, supporting children looked after, and adoption processes. Here in Somerset, our manageable caseloads let you be the innovative and creative social worker you want to be - undertaking direct work with children and young...

Our client Surrey county council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Fostering team. (part-time) Casework Management Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding Understand the...

Our client Somerset council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Families first programme. At Somerset Council, we are proud to be on an ambitious journey to transform how we support children and families across the county. As part of our Families First Partnership programme , we are reshaping services to ensure families receive the right help, at the right time, in the right way-working together with partners across social care, education, Police, health, and communities. This is a significant and exciting period of change. We are developing a more connected, relationship-based system that puts children, young people and families at the centre-strengthening early help, enhancing multi-agency working, and supporting more children to grow up safely within their families and communities. We have an exciting opportunity for two experienced Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding South Somerset team. We have two, six month bespoke posts available, to focus...

Our client Manchester city council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Dedicated LD Review team. 3 years reference, gaps in employment history checked, any relevant quals as per JDPS. Qualified Social Worker for 6 months time limited post. Must be efficient using Technology, experience of using Liquid Logic is prefereable. Must have experience of working with Adults with a Learning Disability. Not suitable for Newly qualified or ASYE candidate. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be...

Our client Bolton council is looking for a Children's Independent Reviewing Officer to join their team. The Independent Reviewing and Conferencing Team require a full-time qualified Social Worker, to cover a vacancy within the Team to cover and facilitate Conferences for Looked After Reviews due to a secondment. Candidates will need to have minimum of 5 years post qualification Social Work experience within childcare settings and prior IRO/ CPCC experience would be a clear advantage. Essential to the role: Understanding of legislation for Children in Need; Children subject to child protection plans; Pathway plans and children Looked After Evidence of preparing, producing, implementing, and evaluating plans with individual Children, families, carers, and professional colleagues Experience of leading, chairing, recording, and facilitating child protection meetings Ability to relate easily to and support children and young people to participate in their meetings and engage the...

Our client Somerset council is looking for a Children's Social worker to join their Looked after Children team. Somerset Council are looking for an experienced locum Social Worker to join our Children Looked After Team in Sedgemoor. The key purpose of the role is to build meaningful relationships with our children and young people, supporting them through effective care planning, and fulfilling our statutory duties and being the front line in our corporate parenting. The role Within our Children Looked After team, you will have a manageable caseload of children and young people looked after by Somerset, across the age range from 1 to 17, getting alongside them and supporting them to achieve their aspirations. You will need experience in care proceedings, supporting children looked after, and adoption processes. Here in Somerset, our manageable caseloads let you be the innovative and creative social worker you want to be - undertaking direct work with children and young...

Our client Knowsley Borough Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Child protection team. This is a targeted role within our cared for children's service with reduced caseload. The aim and expectations for this role include supporting children and young people through improved planning, progressing outcomes with a view to reduce delay in care planning. Who we're looking for We're seeking confident, experienced practitioners who are passionate about safeguarding children and committed to achieving lasting change. You will: Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Have experience of safeguarding and child protection work. Be confident managing complex risk and decision-making. Be relationship-focused and child-centred in your practice. Have strong assessment, analysis and court skills. As an Experienced Social Worker within our Cared for Children's service you will: Undertake care planning and reviews for looked after...

Our client Shropshire council is looking for a Senior Social Work Practitioner to join their Kinship fostering team. You will be supporting children to remain safely within their family networks wherever possible. You will play a key role in achieving permanency for children through timely, high-quality assessments and strong relationship-based practice. Key Responsibilities Complete Form K assessments to assess connected persons as foster carers. Undertake viability assessments to inform early permanence planning. Carry out SGO assessments, including support plans and court reports. Provide regular supervision and support to approved kinship foster carers. Support carers to manage placement challenges, contact arrangements, and transitions to permanence. Work closely with children's social workers and multi-agency partners to ensure coordinated care planning. Ensure all work is child-centred, evidence-based, and within statutory timescales. About You Qualified Social...

Our client Rotherham MBC is looking for an Approved Mental Health Professional to join their MH team. Role Overview We are seeking experienced Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) to join a dedicated Adult Mental Health AMHP Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist team responsible for delivering the local authority's statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and associated Health and Social Care legislation. The successful candidates will undertake Mental Health Act Assessments, work collaboratively with health professionals and partner agencies, and support individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. The role requires autonomous decision-making, strong legal literacy, and a commitment to achieving positive outcomes for adults with complex mental health needs. In addition to Mental Health Act work, the team supports the borough's Making Safe provision, acting as the primary point of contact for Adult Social Care enquiries...

Team Manager - Family Help Team Luton Borough Council Up to 45.48 per hour Locum Contract Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Family Help Team at Luton Borough Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled manager with a strong background in Family Help, Safeguarding and Child Protection to lead a multidisciplinary team focused on improving outcomes for children, young people and families. The Role As Team Manager, you will lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality Family Help service, managing a diverse team that may include Social Workers, Family Help Practitioners, Psychologists, Police Community Support Officers, Attendance Support Officers, and Speech & Language Therapists. You will play a key role in ensuring children and families receive effective support and intervention, whilst maintaining high professional standards and driving service improvement. Key Responsibilities...

Our client Worcestershire county council is looking for an Independent Chair to join their Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an experienced and supportive team in the Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Service. You will be joining an experienced and permanent team; this role is well supported by a dedicated Practice Manager and Business Support function - ensuring you have the time to focus on your role. You will work as part of the Team, with dual allocation of children on Child Protection Plans and a LADO caseload - you will be responsible for chairing Initial & Review Child Protection Conferences, chairing Position of Trust meetings, ensuring SMART Plans, effective information sharing to manage risk and create positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families. In this role you need to have the ability to securitise, challenge and support both Social Care Teams and partners, this is crucial,...

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Short Break Service for Children with Disabilities Team within Halton Borough Council. We are looking to appoint a specialist 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. Lead and manage complex care planning for disabled children and their families, ensuring packages are tailored to individual needs and promote safety, inclusion, and positive outcomes. Coordinate and oversee joint-funded...

Children's Social Worker Team Manager Team Manager Rate - 47.50 umbrella Location - Basingstoke Hampshire County Council are recruiting a Team Manager in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams. You will manage a team of qualified social workers and support staff in the Family Help Team (Safeguarding) to ensure that children in care and those in need, including those requiring protection, receive high quality services and are enabled and encouraged to shape future services. You will be a confident and experienced manager with sound knowledge of the legislation and practice that underpins child protection work and be committed to delivering services that are of the highest standard. For you, we offer the chance to be a part of supportive and well-resourced management team, working for a department that is moving from strength to strength with an opportunity to develop your management skills, knowledge and experience. Role Responsibilities: Responsible for...

Are you a Community Outreach Worker looking to bring your grassroots engagement skills into a school environment? A forward-thinking secondary academy in Blackpool is recruiting a dedicated Community Outreach & Engagement Mentor to join their pastoral and inclusion team starting this November . Many young people face complex barriers outside the school gates-from family challenges and low attendance to mental health difficulties and community pressures-that impact their ability to thrive in the classroom. This role bridges the gap between home, the community, and school life, providing vulnerable students with consistent guidance, advocacy, and positive direction. Classroom or qualified teaching experience is not required. We are looking for an authentic, grounded individual with genuine frontline outreach experience who knows how to earn respect, build trust, and empower young people. Why Your Outreach Background Fits Perfectly: Trust & Rapport Building:...

Level 2 Nursery Practitioner Location: Bath Contract: Full-time (part-time considered) The Setting We are working with a welcoming and nurturing nursery based in Bath, dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and care for children aged 0-5 years. The nursery offers a calm, stimulating environment inspired by play-based, child-led learning principles. With bright, well-resourced indoor rooms and beautiful outdoor spaces, children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and grow at their own pace. The setting prides itself on its warm, inclusive atmosphere, where strong relationships between staff, children, and families help every child to feel valued, supported, and confident. The Role We are seeking a qualified Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join this dedicated and passionate team. You will help deliver inspiring learning experiences that nurture curiosity, creativity, and independence in every child. This is an excellent opportunity for someone...

Lead Child Protection Practitioner 33.30 per hour Umbrella in line with MOU rates Full time 37 hours per week Hybrid Make a Lasting Difference in Children's Lives We are seeking an exceptional Lead Child Protection Practitioner to join our team. This is a rewarding and challenging opportunity for an experienced social worker who is passionate about safeguarding children and committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for vulnerable children and families. As a recognised expert in child protection, you will play a pivotal role in supporting high-quality safeguarding practice across the service. You will lead on complex child protection cases, provide professional guidance to colleagues, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure children at risk of significant harm receive timely and effective intervention. This role is ideal for a confident, resilient and highly skilled practitioner who can make sound professional judgements, apply threshold decisions...

Senior Social Worker - Children and Young People in Care City of Wolverhampton Council 33.30 per hour Umbrella Agency Contract Full-Time Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in care? City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join its Children and Young People in Care Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is committed to achieving positive outcomes for children, supporting permanence planning, and ensuring every child receives the care, stability and opportunities they deserve. Offering a competitive 33.30 per hour Umbrella , in line with MOU rates , this agency position provides the opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking local authority committed to high-quality practice and relationship-based social work. The Role As a Senior Social Worker within the Children and Young People in Care...

Our client Trafford Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Community central team. Trafford Council are recruiting social worker to join their integrated community service within the Central Neighbourhood Team based at Sale Waterside. The team works with Adults in a range of situations with varying disabilities including long term conditions, adults at risk drug abuse, Hoarding, dementia and alcohol issues. We are looking for skilled, experienced and motivational social workers to work within a busy and challenging role. A significant part of your role will be to provide social work assessment and interventions utilising a strength based and person centred approach, if necessary secure appropriate levels of funding where necessary in line with the Reshaping Trafford Policy. You will have at least 3 years post qualifying experience. In addition you will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries in line with both the Care Act and...

A Social Worker is required for work within the Adults Transition Team in the vibrant city of Bristol. Excellent rates of pay up to 32ph. 3-month initial contract with possibility to extend. 37 hours per week. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. The Young Adults Transitions Service are a citywide team who can work with young people with additional needs from age 14-25 to support them to be as independent as possible as they reach adulthood. We complete Care Act assessments and support our young adults through occupational therapy support to maximize independent living. We may also complete support plans to support the commissioning of services to meet needs, and we will utilize other sources of non-commissioned support like charitable organizations and provide technology and equipment to maximize young people's independence. You will be Social Work England registered, ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK As an Eden Brown...

Social Worker required for work within the Community mental health Team in the beautiful county of Dorset, based Dorchester. Competitive rates of pay rate up to 35ph. 37 hours per week. 6 month minimum contract with options to extend. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. This vital role offers the opportunity to support individuals with complex mental health needs through comprehensive assessments, care planning, and community-based interventions. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is empowered to thrive. Our successful candidate will have a strong background in mental health social work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Hybrid working options support a healthy work-life balance, with the flexibility to work both in-office and out in the community. Responsibilities - Conduct Care Act assessments, develop...