2 jobs found in Houghton le Spring

We are looking for experienced Child & Family Workers for temporary ongoing contracts within Durhamand surrounding areas.to support families to establish safe plans for children to remain in the care of their parents or wider network. The service offers a 7 day service to families, however, workers predominantly manage their own diaries. There is the expectation that family members will be seen outside of normal working hours where this is needed. The family worker has an independent role in supporting the family but this process works alongside social worker assessments. Desirable experience - family time/contact supervision. Essential experience - of working with children/families. Essential - Current driving licence and access to a car Working with Blu tech you will receive weekly pay, accrue paid annual leave, be provided access to free update training where appropriate, with certificates provided, and be given a named consultant as your main point of contact. Blu tech...

Position: Lawyer - Childrens (Interim) Location: Po Box 500, Middlesbrough, TS1 9FT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 39.19 per hour Job Reference: (phone number removed)        Job Responsibilities Provide specialist legal advice and support to Children’s Services within the local authority. Manage a caseload of complex children’s social care legal matters, including care proceedings and child protection cases. Advise social workers, managers, and senior officers on legal issues relating to children and families. Prepare and draft legal documents, statements, applications, and court submissions. Represent the council in court proceedings and attend hearings where required. Provide advice on pre-proceedings work, including Public Law Outline (PLO) processes. Ensure all legal work is completed in line with relevant legislation, court procedures, and local authority policies. Work closely with social care...