12 jobs found in Bury

Children’s Social Worker – Greater Manchester We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Children’s Social Worker to join a well-established Children’s Services team within a local authority in Greater Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and families. The Role As a Children’s Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload and undertake statutory responsibilities to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. You will work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to deliver effective interventions and ensure children receive the support they need. Key Responsibilities Complete high-quality assessments in line with statutory guidance Manage a caseload including Children in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care Develop and review care plans to support children and families Work closely with multi-agency partners including education,...

Safeguarding Team | Tameside Council | £39 per hour Tameside Council are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for someone who is confident holding long-term statutory work, managing risk effectively, and building purposeful relationships with children and families to deliver safe and meaningful outcomes. This role would suit a practitioner who is relationship-led, organised, and confident working within a supportive safeguarding service. Role Overview As a Social Worker in Tameside’s Safeguarding Team, you will hold a caseload of children and families subject to Child Protection, Child in Need, and other long-term statutory plans. You will be responsible for completing visits, progressing assessments and plans, and ensuring children are safeguarded through clear, consistent, and restorative intervention. This is a frontline safeguarding role within a local authority that places strong emphasis...

Locum Children's Social Worker – Safeguarding & Support Are you an experienced and passionate Children’s Social Worker looking for your next opportunity? Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Services, recently rated ‘Good’ in their full ILACS Ofsted inspection, are seeking a skilled Agency Social Worker to join their Safeguarding and Support team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families. You will be responsible for managing a caseload of complex safeguarding, child protection and court work cases working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals. Key Requirements: A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Safeguarding, Child Protection and Court Work SWE registered Car driver with access to a vehicle Experience with Protocol Liquid Logic is desirable, but not essential Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously and within a...

Are you ready to embrace an exciting opportunity that places you at the heart of safeguarding and supporting children and families? As a valued member of Halton Borough Council's Duty & Assessment Team, you'll be the crucial first point of contact for referrals into Children's Social Care - identifying needs, assessing risks, and ensuring every child receives the protection and care they deserve. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time work, this ongoing role offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in your community. Why Join Halton? Competitive hourly rate - £39 per hour Manageable caseloads Flexible hybrid working Stable teams and experienced management Supportive and collaborative working cultureRequirements: Social Work England registration Post-qualifying experience 3 years perm experience Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service preferred) Right to work in the UKConnect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial...

Are you ready to embrace an exciting opportunity that places you at the heart of safeguarding and supporting children and families? As a valued member of Halton Borough Council's Duty & Assessment Team, you'll be the crucial first point of contact for referrals into Children's Social Care - identifying needs, assessing risks, and ensuring every child receives the protection and care they deserve. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time work, this ongoing role offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in your community. Why Join Halton? Competitive hourly rate - £39 per hour Manageable caseloads Flexible hybrid working Stable teams and experienced management Supportive and collaborative working cultureRequirements: Social Work England registration Post-qualifying experience 3 years perm experience Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service preferred) Right to work in the UKConnect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial...

Children’s Social Worker – Knowsley Council Knowsley Council is seeking experienced and committed Children’s Social Workers to join its dynamic Children’s Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive local authority committed to improving outcomes for children, young people and families. The Role As a Children’s Social Worker, you will hold a caseload of children and families and be responsible for delivering high-quality assessments, care planning and interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. You will work within statutory frameworks and collaborate closely with partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments in line with statutory legislation and local procedures Manage a varied caseload including children in need, child protection and children in care Develop and implement effective care plans Work collaboratively with families, carers and multi-agency partners Prepare...

Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Children's Social Worker to join the Child in Need Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive local authority committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families. Why Join Halton? Competitive hourly rate - £39 per hour Manageable caseloads Flexible hybrid working Stable teams and experienced management Supportive and collaborative working cultureRequirements: Social Work England registration Post-qualifying experience 3 years perm experience Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service preferred) Right to work in the UKWhether you specialise in safeguarding, assessment, mental health, or family support - we want to hear from you! Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively...

6-month rolling contract | Hybrid working | Flexible Working Available If you're a social worker who enjoys freedom to simply crack on - keep reading as this is for you.... Leaders in care are currently working with an Authority in Merseyside who are on the look out for experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council are super flexible with working hours and offer hybrid working too, this includes opportunities for 4 day working weeks and organising your own diary. This is because we feel that having a work life balance is important, and this council adopts that same view! Full benefits of the role: Long Contracts of 6 Months Offered Hybrid Working (2-3 days in the office) Quick Starts for those Available Now  There are immediate starts available. However not to worry, this council will wait up to 1 month for the right person. You can also expect a very competitive pay rate of up to £40 per hour! Due to our great relationship with this council, we can provide...

Supervising Social Worker – Connected People’s Team Cheshire West and Chester Council – The Portal, Ellesmere Port £30.48 PAYE (exclusive of holiday pay) or £38.99 LTD (inclusive of holiday pay) Contract | Full-Time We are currently seeking a committed, resilient, and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Connected People’s Team at Cheshire West and Chester Council, based at The Portal in Ellesmere Port. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social work professional who is passionate about supporting children to remain within their family networks wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so. About the Role As a Supervising Social Worker within the Connected People’s Fostering Team, you will play a key role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children across the borough. You will deliver a high-quality service to children, families, and carers, ensuring that children’s wellbeing and safety remain at the centre of all practice. The team...

Supervising Social Worker – Connected People’s Team Ellesmere Port | The Portal We’re looking for a committed and resilient Supervising Social Worker to join the Connected People’s Teamsupporting children to remain safely within their family networks. This role focuses on assessing and supporting family and friends carers, including Special Guardians, helping to achieve stable and positive outcomes for children in Cheshire West and Chester. In this role you will: • Complete robust Connected Persons and Special Guardianship assessments • Work within court processes and care proceedings • Support family and friends carers to provide safe, stable homes • Deliver high-quality, child-centred practice Please note: the role may involve out-of-county travel and occasional overnight stays to complete assessments. Why work with We Do Social Work? At We Do Social Work, we connect passionate social workers with organisations that value quality practice and meaningful impact. We’re...

The overall purpose of the post is to work in partnership with parents / carers and other professionals in undertaking a range of tasks to provide support, guidance and care to children and their families to enable children to safely be cared for by their families. The main tasks of the post are: As part of a plan, to undertake direct work with parents/carers and children, involving both individual and, if appropriate, group work activities, promoting as paramount the welfare of children and their families To provide information to colleagues in order to assist in the assessment of need and the decision-making process; including making observations upon the progress made towards achieving goals and making recommendations as to future work When identifying concerns about a child, to report those concerns to a social worker / manager as appropriate To help service users to establish and maintain personal relationships that are positive and confidence in social situations...

Family Time Workers (Multiple Opportunities Available) Children’s Services – Families and Communities ? Apply: (url removed) Are you passionate about supporting children and strengthening family relationships? Do you want to play a vital role in helping families reconnect and thrive? We are recruiting multiple Family Time Workers to join a dedicated Children and Families team, delivering meaningful and therapeutic family time that has a lasting impact on children’s lives. About the Role As a Family Time Worker, you will coordinate and facilitate therapeutic family time sessions between children and their parents or wider family members, often within court-directed arrangements. This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you’ll directly support children, empower parents, and help rebuild family relationships in a safe and structured environment. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and arrange family time sessions in line with court directions Facilitate therapeutic and...