8 jobs found in Leigh

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker specialising in Children in Need and Child Protection. In this role, you will work with vulnerable children and families, providing vital support and safeguarding services. You will lead and manage complex cases, including care proceedings, while ensuring children's safety and well-being. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough assessments and develop care plans to address the needs and risks of children in need or protection. Manage cases within care proceedings, collaborating with legal and other professionals to ensure timely and effective outcomes. Conduct regular visits and maintain relationships with children, families, and relevant professionals. Attend and actively participate in meetings, case reviews, and court proceedings. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, reports, and documentation. Requirements To be considered, you'll need: SWE Registration Eligibility to work in the UK A full driving licence &...

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: School Nurse  Location: Rowan Park School   Employer: The Supply Register Contract Type: Part time opportunities  Salary: £18.74 - £25 per hour  Join Our Team at Rowan Park School! Are you passionate about making a real difference in a child’s education? We’re looking for a caring and motivated and qualified Nurse to join the wonderful team at Rowan Park Sen School  In this rewarding role, you’ll be providing  Paediatric medication administration, Enteral feeding (PEG), epilepsy and seizure management and provide medical needs to their students, who needs medical support within school.  What You’ll Be Doing Provide paediatric medication administration  Provide support with Enteral feeding via PEG  Provide Epilepsy and seisure management  Provide all other medical needs to their students, who rely on this medication within school   What We’re Looking For A qualified Paediatric Nurse with licence / pin  Experience working with children or young...

Adults MASH Social Worker – Wirral Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our valued clients for an experienced Adults MASH Social Worker based in Wirral (Birkenhead). Pay Rates: £36.00 per hour (Umbrella) £28.25 PAYE (excluding holiday) £31.66 PAYE (including holiday)Location & Hybrid Working: 3 days office-based (Birkenhead) 2 days working from homeKey Responsibilities: Leading and coordinating safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014 Triaging new safeguarding concerns as part of the Duty Rota Managing a diverse and complex caseload with autonomy Undertaking strengths-based assessments and developing outcome-focused support plans Completing Mental Capacity Assessments where required Undertaking Making Safeguarding Personal conversations to shape risk planning and outcomes Working collaboratively with health partners, police, care providers, and voluntary organisations Applying legislation, policy, and best practice to protect adults from harm...

Wirral Council Children's services are seeking to recruit a family support worker to join their team. The role is hybrid working with a mixture of home working, visits in the community with service users and office based work. As such, there is a requirement for the successful candidate to be a car driver as you will be providing face-to-face support to families where applicable. Duties of the role will include: Collaborate with social workers and other team members to support vulnerable families Deliver all aspects of parenting work designed to empower and assist parents Facilitate and supervise family contact sessions, ensuring safety and positive interaction Support and facilitate transport arrangements for children and families Monitor and report on family progress, maintaining detailed records Promote and uphold safeguarding standards at all times Assist in creating care plans tailored to family needs Offer emotional support and practical advice to families and childrenThe...

Provide a professional HR service to managers, employees, schools and support senior HR staff to implement local HR delivery plans and translate business needs into people solutions. In this job you will Support all aspects of the delivery of the Workforce Strategy to ensure effective recruitment, resourcing and retention throughout Schools and the Council. Undertake all aspects of HR casework, including attending hearings (discipline, grievance, capability, etc) to advise managers and others to ensure good practice, legal requirements are met, and employees are managed in a fair and consistent way Deliver the full range of specialist HR support to Schools and Services on all HR matters (including recruitment and selection, attendance management, redeployment, TUPE, dignity at work etc) so that policies and practices are implemented consistently. Provide professional advice to Schools and Services on all aspects of HR and the interpretation of policies, procedures, processes and...

Our client Wrexham county borough Council is looking for a Children's enhanced Social Worker to join their Looked after children team. Court Social Worker - Children & Families The Court Social Worker plays a central role in guiding children and families through public law proceedings, from the initial hearing through to the final court order. Working within a supportive POD structure of six social workers and an Assistant Team Manager, you will manage a caseload of 6-8 sets of proceedings, adjusted for complexity, ensuring high‑quality assessments, clear care planning, and strong court‑facing practice. Key Responsibilities Lead children and families through the full court process, providing clear guidance, timely assessments, and evidence‑based recommendations. Prepare high‑quality court reports and statements, working closely with the legal department to ensure robust and defensible practice. Attend hearings, give evidence, and work collaboratively with legal...

Our client Yorkshire collaboration (Wakefield) is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex Care Needs Team. Team Structure and Staffing The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition. Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker. Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog. Skills and...

Long-Term Contract | Supportive Safeguarding Service | Capped Caseload | Court Work Included | Flexible, Yorkshire If you are an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker who undertakes court work and is looking for a long-term contract within a well-supported children's service, this opportunity offers stability, flexibility, and manageable caseloads. Based in Yorkshire, the role provides the chance to work within a committed safeguarding team while benefiting from a flexible approach to hybrid working. You will work within a well-structured safeguarding service where court work forms a key part of the role. Managers are experienced, approachable, and focused on enabling high-quality practice, giving social workers the support needed to achieve positive outcomes for children and families. Package & Benefits £37 per hour. Long-term contract offering stability and continuity. Capped safeguarding caseload including court work. Flexible working with a balanced approach to...