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Nurture Fostering is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join our well-established, family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham. Rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on being a small, supportive service where social workers are truly valued. This is a maternity cover role, ideal for a confident and motivated social worker looking to work with a friendly and established team. What We Offer Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and approachable management team A welcoming, close-knit working environment Smaller case loads Role Responsibilities: Supervision and support of foster carers Ability to support with training opportunities Participate in Support groups Supporting children in care Working collaboratively with other professionals About You Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England Experience in fostering and/or Local Authority children’s social work A full driving licence is desirable If this role sounds like a good fit...

About the Role Shropshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Case Management Team (North East). This role offers an opportunity to work with children and families across the full statutory spectrum, supporting them through Child in Need, Child Protection, Pre-Proceedings and court processes. You will manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely interventions and positive outcomes for children and young people. Location: Shropshire Council (North East Team) Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office Contract: 3 months initially Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families across CIN, CP, PLO, and court proceedings Undertake regular home visits to assess risk and support families Lead and participate in core group meetings and multi-agency discussions Prepare high-quality court reports and documentation for legal proceedings Build strong relationships with children, families, and...

Role:               Independent Child Trafficking Guardian Based:            Home Based with travel around Merseyside  Rate:              £14- £18 per hour ( Dependent on Pay Status) Start Date:      ASAP Duration:        6 month contract ( possibility of extension.) Hours:             Full Time Our client, one of the UK’s leading Children’s Charities, is looking to recruit 2 Specialist Support Workers to join their Child Trafficking Service. The service runs several national programmes supporting and advocating on behalf of children who have experienced trafficking and/ or exploitation across the UK What does the role involve? Managing a caseload of young people and providing them with practical and emotional support and advocating on their behalf as and when required Key working clients through both face to face and online support and using creative approaches to ensure the child/ young person is engaged, supported and receives an excellent standard of care Working in...

Child & Family Social Worker (Senior Social Worker)  Cirencester, Gloucestershire  £32.59 per hour  Hybrid Working Available Full-Time Contract   Join Gloucestershire County Council - Cotswolds Children & Families Team Gloucestershire County Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our dedicated Cotswolds Children & Families Team based in Cirencester. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified social worker who is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children, young people, and families through effective, evidence-based interventions and relationship-focused practice. Important Information for Applicants Please view the video that gives information on GCC roles in Social Care via the following link (copy and paste into your browser): https://(url removed)>   About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, you will: Hold and manage a complex caseload involving children in need, child protection, and care...

Hammersmith & Fulham | Locum | £37.52 per hour | Hybrid Working Hammersmith & Fulham Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team. This is a frontline role focused on protecting children, managing risk, and supporting families through effective statutory interventions and relationship-based practice. You will work within a supportive safeguarding service, delivering high-quality assessments and care planning to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 assessments Develop and review safeguarding and care plans Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings and conferences Work directly with children and families to promote positive change Prepare high-quality reports and maintain accurate case recordings Contribute to permanency planning where required What You’ll Need: Social Work England...

Connect2Kent are currently seeking qualified, experienced, and reliable Interpreters to support a wide range of public-sector services across Kent. We are expanding our pool of professionals and welcome applications from linguists offering Face-to-Face, Remote, or Written Translation services. Current Opportunities Face-to-Face Interpreters Assignments available across Kent and surrounding areas. Remote Interpreters Work delivered via telephone or Microsoft Teams, offering full flexibility. Written Translators Provide document translations as required by public-sector partners. Desired Languages and Dialects;- Somali Kurdish Sorani Kurdish Kurmanji Oromo Tamil Spanish French Amharic Bulgarian Nuer Ukranian What We Offer Flexible working - choose assignments that suit your schedule Travel and parking expenses claimable for eligible face-to-face bookings Variety of assignments within healthcare, social services, education, and more Supportive and professional coordination...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Communications Operator (Days) to work within the North Wales Police Force Location: St Asaph Contract Type: Temporary on going Hourly Rate: £14.10 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time day shifts Monday to Friday **Please note this role will be subject to Police Vetting, you will need to have been within the UK for a minimum of 3 years continually** Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Communications Operator to join their team in North Wales Police! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional communication skills, this is the role for you. Overall Purpose of the Job: As a Communications Operator, you will deliver a professional, effective, and efficient customer service aimed at "getting it right first time." Your role will involve resolving public inquiries, accurately recording information, and deploying resources in a pressurised environment. Key...

Deputy Finance Business Partner Location: Shropshire Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £40.60 umbrella / £36.25 PAYE Inclusive / £32.35 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a public sector organisation in Shropshire for a Deputy Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will provide expert financial advice, lead on budgeting and forecasting activities, and support senior stakeholders in delivering key financial and operational objectives Key Responsibilities Produce accurate monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making. Lead on budget setting, financial planning, and monitoring of cost improvement programmes across designated service areas. Provide financial insight and support for business cases, service developments, and contract management activities. Manage and develop the...

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 and to...

Our client Somerset council is looking for a Team Manager to join their Family safeguarding team. Job description You will lead a team of 6 social workers, providing support, regular supervision, scrutiny and oversight of the children and families they are working with. You will chair key meetings such as strategy discussion, PLO meetings, permanency planning meetings and support social workers in court hearings as required. You will make decisions regarding need and risk, and be able to escalate as needed and follow correct policy, procedure and legislation. I am looking for an experienced social work manager, ready to start immediately and take on an established team while their manager is away from work. You will have proven experience of working within child safeguarding, with strong writing and analysis skills to ensure high standards of report writing and quality assurance. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated...

Our client North Yorkshire council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Care & Support team. Job purpose Hold and manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. The post holder will do this by undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring and managing plans for children with multi agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes for children.  Manage and prioritise cases as allocated by the line manager  Assess children and their family's needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes  Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager commensurate with your level of experience.  Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfil the Directorates statutory duties and achieve best outcomes for children.  Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal  Maintain...

Our client North Yorkshire council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Care & Support team. Job purpose Hold and manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. The post holder will do this by undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring and managing plans for children with multi agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes for children.  Manage and prioritise cases as allocated by the line manager  Assess children and their family's needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes  Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager commensurate with your level of experience.  Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfil the Directorates statutory duties and achieve best outcomes for children.  Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal  Maintain...

Key Responsibilities ● Expert Advice: Deliver clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to Council services and Members. ● Caseload Management: Manage a demanding caseload of complex legal matters, ensuring all work meets formal practice management standards (Lexcel). ● Advocacy & Representation: Undertake advocacy in courts and tribunals and attend evening committee meetings as required to advise on governance and procedure. ● Strategic Contribution: Assist in the development of corporate policies and operational plans that secure the achievement of Council objectives. ● Documentation: Draft complex legal reports and documentation while conducting thorough legal research and analysis. About You We are looking for a professional who is qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. You should demonstrate: ● Sector Expertise: Proven experience in areas of law relevant to Education and Local Government. ● Communication Skills: Highly...

Our client North Yorkshire council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their team. Job purpose Hold and manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. The post holder will do this by undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring and managing plans for children with multi agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes for children.  Manage and prioritise cases as allocated by the line manager  Assess children and their family's needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes  Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager commensurate with your level of experience.  Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfil the Directorates statutory duties and achieve best outcomes for children.  Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal  Maintain good case records,...

Our client North Yorkshire council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their team. Job Purpose: Hold and manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. The post holder will do this by undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring and managing plans for children with multi agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes for children. *Manage and prioritise cases as allocated by the line manager *Assess children and their family's needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes *Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager commensurate with your level of experience. *Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfil the Directorates statutory duties and achieve best outcomes for children. *Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal *Maintain good case records, write...

Our client North Yorkshire council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Care & Support team. Job purpose Hold and manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. The post holder will do this by undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring and managing plans for children with multi agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes for children.  Manage and prioritise cases as allocated by the line manager  Assess children and their family's needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes  Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager commensurate with your level of experience.  Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfil the Directorates statutory duties and achieve best outcomes for children.  Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal  Maintain...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for Recovery Workers who have experience of working with a Criminal Justice caseload in the Reading area. The role that we currently have available is working within a CJ/Substance misuse charity, in the Reading area. The position will include a caseload of no more than 45 clients, whom of which have Criminal Justice backgrounds. You will be required to carry out duty tasks and assessments, also working with prison releases, court orders, police etc Initially the role is 1 to 2 months, working full time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, but is expected to extend past this initial period.. We also have other various Substance Misuse/Criminal Justice roles in the area. Please contact Daniel Baker at Belmont Recruitment for more information or apply. Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Free compliance (DBS, training etc.) * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. *...

Agency Family Court Advisor - Private & Public Law (FCA) - Chelmsford or Norwich Flexible working with in person family meetings and court attendance Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Caritas Recruitment is working in partnership with Cafcass to recruit 2 Agency Family Court Advisers (FCA) on a temporary basis, supporting services across Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk. Key Details Role: Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) Reference: NTX(phone number removed) Client: Cafcass Location: 1 post covering Essex - Office base Chelmsford 1 post covering Norfolk/Suffolk - Office base Norwich Pay Rate: £36 per hour (standard supply rate only) Contract: Temporary Hours: 37 hours per week The Role As an Agency FCA, you will work with children and families involved in private law proceedings,...

Agency Family Court Advisor - Public and Priate Law (FCA) - Chelmsford or Norwich Flexible working, in person family meeting and court attendance Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Caritas Recruitment is working in partnership with Cafcass to recruit 2 Agency Family Court Advisers (FCA) on a temporary basis, supporting services across Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk. Key Details Role: Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) Reference: NTX(phone number removed) Client: Cafcass Location: 1 post covering Essex - Office base Chelmsford 1 post covering Norfolk/Suffolk - Office base Norwich Pay Rate: £36 per hour (standard supply rate only) Contract: Temporary Hours: 37 hours per week The Role As an Agency FCA, you will work with children and families involved in private law proceedings,...

Social Worker - Family Help & Child Protection (Gateshead) We're recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to support both short-term and long-term work across Family Help and Child Protection in Gateshead. This is a varied and rewarding post where you'll work directly with children and families to reduce risk, build safety, and achieve meaningful, sustainable change. Some cases may progress into PLO (Public Law Outline), so confidence in robust decision-making and timely planning is important. If you're passionate about purposeful, relationship-based practice-and you want a role that genuinely fits your strengths and working style-this could be the opportunity for you. 🔎 The Role: What You'll Be Doing You'll manage a caseload spanning Family Help and Child Protection, including both short-term intervention and longer-term planning. Your work will be focused on ensuring children are safe, supported, and their voices remain central throughout. Key responsibilities...