5 jobs found in Ipswich

Our client Suffolk County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Children's high demand team. Role purpose To undertake high-quality statutory social work with children, young people and families where there are concerns about welfare, safeguarding or risk. The postholder will work within a high-demand, fast-paced service, making timely and evidence-based decisions to ensure children are safe and their needs are appropriately assessed and met. Key responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures. Respond to referrals and undertake Section 17 assessments and Section 47 enquiries where required. Identify and analyse risk, need and protective factors and make proportionate decisions regarding intervention. Develop and implement effective child-focused plans with children, families and partner agencies. Manage a complex caseload and prioritise work effectively within...

Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Cambridgeshire County Council | £39.00 per hour Umbrella | ASAP Start | Hybrid Make a meaningful impact where it matters most — protecting children, strengthening families and creating safer futures. SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Social Worker – Family Safeguarding to join the City Family Support and Safeguarding Team at Cambridgeshire County Council. Role Details * £39.00 per hour – Umbrella * Full-time locum * Monday to Friday * ASAP start * Hybrid working – 2/3 days in the office * Location: Fawcett House, Foster Road, Trumpington About the Role You will manage a varied caseload across CIN, CP and CIC, with opportunities to work on complex cases involving PLO and Care Proceedings. Key responsibilities include: * Completing statutory visits for CIN, CP and CIC * Chairing CIN and Core Group meetings * Completing court reports, risk assessments and...

Our client Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities & project work service. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Social Worker who will work closely with the Senior Social Worker and the Contracts and Brokerage Team to deliver high-quality, person-centred support within a specialist service. This role sits within a county-wide specialist team working with adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism (LD&A). A key focus of the role is reviewing complex and high-cost care packages to ensure they are delivering positive outcomes, remain proportionate to need, and represent good value for public resources. Key Responsibilities Complete Care Act 2014 assessments, including complex and high-cost care packages Undertake timely reviews following changes in individuals' needs or circumstances Deliver a minimum of two completed and recorded assessments per week Carry out face-to-face assessments and...

Interim Insurance Manager £500 per day (flexible) | 4 Month Contract with Possible Extension | Hybrid/Remote We are seeking an experienced Interim Insurance Manager to join a busy Local Government organisation on an initial 4 month contract, with the potential for extension. This is primarily a hybrid/ remote role, although the successful candidate will be required to attend the office initially to collect IT equipment and attend occasional meetings as required. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the organisation's insurance function within a fast paced environment. Provide managerial and supervisory oversight to the insurance team. Support procurement and insurance related activities, ensuring compliance with Local Government regulations. Participate in the evaluation of insurance tenders and procurement exercises. Manage insurance placements and renewals, working closely with brokers and insurers. Deliver excellent customer service to internal stakeholders and external...

Our client Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for a Team Manager to join their MASH service. MASH Manager managers the day to day function of the service for all new referrals for children and families. They supervise Senior practitioners and Social workers and have overall responsibly for their team. They are on a duty rota to deal with all high risk children and work alongside partners to ensure the right service is initiated when needed to safeguard children. They work in line with Working together guidance and CA04. They adhere to policies and procedures and ensure that they work alongside the Early Help team managers. Main Accountabilities Service Delivery Manage the delivery of a high quality and effective service that responds to the needs of service users and their families or carers in a timely manner within statutory guidelines or service specifications. Manage the planning, allocation and review of workload so priorities are managed, shortfalls identified and...