21 jobs found in Alfreton

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities team within the Social Care Industry in Nottingham City. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours for working parents and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Nottingham City   Main duties include: Strong ability to communicate with disabled children Supporting parents, carers and the siblings of disabled children Carry out relevant assessments Carrying our complex safeguarding risk assessments Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment Short Breaks workTo be successful: For this role you will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to a Social Work Degree Level. The client requests experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker - Children...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Our client Leicestershire county council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. Candidates must be experienced child protection SW, Holding a caseload of up to 16 cases on child protection pre-proceedings plans Job Purpose To provide high-quality statutory social work services to children and families where there are concerns about significant harm. The post holder will undertake complex casework, lead safeguarding interventions, support less experienced social workers, and ensure that children's welfare remains paramount in accordance with relevant legislation, local authority policies, and professional standards. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload involving children in need, child protection, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings. Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with statutory guidance and local procedures. Develop, implement, and review child protection plans and care plans. Lead safeguarding...

Our client City of Doncaster Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Wellbeing and Culture Team. Duties and Responsibilities Core responsibilities and duties will include: To be responsible for a caseload, undertaking holistic, strengths-based assessments with adults, carers and families to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs, manage risk and contribute to service planning Provide written/verbal records and reports which are concise, factual and informative based on analysis of evidence which can be used within the legal context and where necessary give evidence in court in relation to care or other proceedings. (with support, guidance, joint work where necessary on complex cases) Using evidence-based practice and a strengths based conversations, identify need and take appropriate action, which is outcome focused Promote independence and reduce risks for Adults with Social Care needs living in...

Our client Leicestershire county council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Duty Team. Ensure high quality outcome-based responses to all citizens eligible for social care services by; Providing appropriate responses or referrals within required timescales, organisational, policy and legislative requirements including the reimbursement legislation and eligibility guidelines providing prompt support to meet immediate risks and needs in crisis situations providing targeted, appropriate support to citizens' self-assessments of their needs, working in partnership with colleagues in health and other partner agencies to contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments as required acting as care co-ordinator for citizens with complex needs, supporting high risk, complex assessments where there are specific concerns requiring a high level of specialist qualification and knowledge and/or where there are difficult life circumstances or serious trauma. ensure that responses...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Senior Social Worker | Children in Care (Reunification & Discharge Team) | Staffordshire County Council | £33.30 per hour Sheldon Phillips are working in partnership with Staffordshire County Council to recruit an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children in Care Reunification & Discharge Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about achieving permanence and positive outcomes for children by supporting safe reunification with families or progressing alternative permanence plans. This role offers a varied caseload focused on completing high-quality assessments and court work, working closely with children, families, carers and partner agencies to ensure timely, evidence-based decision making. Role Overview As a Senior Social Worker within the Reunification & Discharge Team, you will manage a specialist caseload centred on permanency planning for children in care. Your work will include undertaking...

We are looking to recruit a Youth Justice within the Social Care industry in Medway.   Responsibilities include: The Youth Justice Officer role is to work to prevent children in the Youth Justice System from re-offending and to prevent children from entering the Youth Justice system. The Youth Justice Officer will undertake often complex assessments of the risk of offending, risk of harm and safeguarding concerns of children and young people involved in the Criminal Justice System. To work effectively with children involved in the Youth Justice System and their parents and carers. Liaise with stakeholders in a way that promotes the One Medway Council Plan and embeds our values and behaviours. To supervise a caseload of young people referred by the Court and by the police as Out of Court Resolutions. Undertake holistic assessments of children, young people and their families which identify risk and protective factors and analyse the underlying causes of their offending, ensuring...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker – Adults Safeguarding Team team within the UK Social Care industry in Medway.   About the Role: Collaborate with five Senior Social Workers and two Team Managers to provide strong and effective leadership. You will support our Social Workers, Social Care Officers, and Outreach Worker in delivering positive outcomes for the people of Medway through strengths-based practice. Key Responsibilities: Act as a Designated Senior Officer for safeguarding concerns and S.42 enquiries. Ensure timely and robust responses to safeguarding issues, in line with policy, guidance, and legislation. Screen safeguarding referrals, make decisions on case progression, authorise safeguarding plans, ensure agreed actions are undertaken and enter accurate case notes in line with required timescales. Chair a range of safeguarding meetings. Maintain high standards of practice across the team, with a focus on making safeguarding personal. Support the Team...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Family Time/Childcare Worker to join Cheshire East Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Supervise contact sessions between children and their parents or family members * Ensure all interactions are safe, appropriate, and child-centred * Provide a supportive and neutral presence during visits * Observe and accurately record behaviour, interactions, and any concerns * Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately * Set up and prepare contact spaces to ensure a welcoming environment * Manage difficult situations calmly and professionally * Work closely with social workers, family support teams, and other professionals * Promote positive communication and healthy relationships where appropriate Requirements: * Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals * Good...

Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Fostering Team 📍 Manchester City Council 💰 Up to £35 per hour 📅 Full-Time | Ongoing Contract 🏆 Work for an Outstanding Local Authority Make a Lasting Difference for Children Manchester City Council's Children's Services have been rated Outstanding by OFSTED, and we are currently looking for an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the highly regarded Kinship Fostering Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in helping children remain connected to their families by assessing, supporting and developing kinship foster placements that provide stability, safety and positive outcomes. If you have strong assessment skills, fostering experience and a passion for supporting children within their wider family network, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As a Supervising Social Worker within the Kinship Fostering Team, you will: Complete comprehensive kinship fostering assessments Undertake court-directed assessments...

Our client Salford City council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their MASH team. Job Purpose To work within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) by screening, assessing, and responding to contacts and referrals relating to children and young people. The role involves gathering and analysing information from partner agencies to identify levels of risk and ensure timely safeguarding interventions. Key Responsibilities Receive, screen, and triage contacts and referrals regarding children and families. Undertake timely safeguarding assessments in line with statutory guidance and local procedures. Assess the level of risk, harm, and need using professional judgement. Determine appropriate thresholds for intervention under: Early Help Child in Need Child Protection Looked After Children Make recommendations for appropriate services or statutory intervention. Complete accurate, timely, and high-quality case recordings and assessments. Work collaboratively with...

Some planning roles are buried in process. This one needs someone who can actually move things forward. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Planner to join a busy Development Management service, dealing with a varied caseload where good judgement, clear advice and confident decision-making matter. You’ll be working on planning applications, interpreting plans, applying planning law and policy, negotiating with developers and interested parties, and preparing reports that stand up to scrutiny. There will also be committee involvement, so you’ll need to be comfortable presenting clearly, dealing with challenge, and explaining planning issues in a way that makes sense. This role would suit someone who knows Development Management properly — not just the theory, but the reality of balancing policy, politics, residents, applicants, deadlines and competing interests. What you’ll be doing You’ll be responsible for handling planning matters within a public sector Development...

Our client Coventry City Council is looking for an Approved Mental Health Professional to join their team. Job Purpose To undertake statutory duties under the relevant mental health legislation (such as the Mental Health Act 1983 in England and Wales), including coordinating Mental Health Act assessments, making independent decisions about compulsory admission where appropriate, and ensuring that the rights, welfare, and least restrictive options for individuals experiencing mental disorder are upheld. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments under the Mental Health Act and associated legislation. Coordinate Mental Health Act assessments involving medical practitioners and other professionals. Decide whether to make applications for detention under the Mental Health Act, exercising independent professional judgment. Ensure that individuals' human rights and legal safeguards are protected throughout the assessment process. Consider less restrictive alternatives to hospital...

Our client Coventry city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Help and protection - families for all hub. Core Knowledge Work with adults, children and families in accordance with relevant legislation, local and national guidance and departmental policies and procedures. This is relevant to all aspects of the role; Adults, Children's, Youth Justice and Housing. Have a thorough working knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, guidance, research, departmental policy and procedures, and institute legal processes where necessary. To keep up to date with relevant professional developments in relation to Childrens, Housing and Adults' social care. Attend and provide direct responses, support and guidance in a timely way with flexibility to ensure the safeguarding of service users with often complex and evolving needs. Carry out complex assessments and social work support to departmentally determined professional standards. In collaboration with...

Our client Lincolnshire county council is looking for a Generic Adult Social Worker to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive service, delivering high-quality social work support to children, families, or adults (depending on your service area). As a Level 2 Social Worker, you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, and delivering effective interventions to improve outcomes.Key Responsibilities Manage a complex and varied caseload in line with professional standards Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records Provide support, guidance, and intervention to service users Participate in team meetings and reflective supervision Requirements Qualified Social Worker (BA / MA / DipSW or equivalent) Social Work England registration Benefits of working with Remedy A...

Our client Lincolnshire county council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities team. Qualified Social worker or LD nurse needed within a high performing supportive team based in the beautiful town of Louth covering both rural and urban area's. You must have at least 2 years post qualifying experience to cover a period secondment in our Learning Disabilities team. You will work to achieve best outcomes in a strength based way, considering TEC support and non statutory services as to meet needs or form part of care plans. Lincolnshire County Council prides itself on supporting people in innovative ways to live as independently as possible in our communities. We expect our practitioner to be excellent at recording and completing assessments that comply with all relevant social care legislation. You must have have experience of complex case work and and good legal literacy in this field.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service...