33 jobs found in Maidstone

Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join the Children's Social Work Team Covering Dartford and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children's Social Work Team. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex and difficult cases involving assessment, planning and implementation and evaluation of appropriate action to ensure resources are utilised effectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families Contribute to raising and maintaining standards of professional social work within a social work team, develop areas of specialist practice, offer expert advice to less experienced staff, supervise unqualified staff and act as a Practice Assessor for students/ASYE. The postholder should be working in...

Our client Kent County Council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Intake Unit. Purpose of the Job: Manage a caseload of newly arrived unaccompanied asylum-seeking children who are Children in Care to the local authority. This will involve various levels of complexity and involve assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of newly arrived unaccompanied asylum-seeking children who are Children in Care to the local authority, which will include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the...

Children's Support Workers Location: Maidstone, Kent. Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Buckinghamshire. Role Overview: As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and...

Children's Support Workers Location: Ashford, Kent Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Buckinghamshire. Role Overview: As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and child...

Bromley Council are looking for an Interim Head of SEN. £526 per day. 2 days in the office BR1 1AS. MAIN PURPOSE: To provide high quality strategic and operational leadership and management to the Special Educational Need (SEN) service and system leadership for the SEND partnership in the context of local and national priorities. To develop, communicate and deliver the SEND strategic vision and priorities and provide the leadership for the delivery of an Integrated and Inclusive Service for Children and Young People with SEND and their families. To be a champion for Bromley children and young people with Special Educational Need and/or Disabilities (SEND), to deliver a sustainable, inclusive and consistent experience for families. By collaborating with partners across the local area (within the Council, in schools and in other agencies) and with parent/carers to ensure that SEND operational delivery is high quality through direct delivery and commissioning arrangements....

A London Borough is seeking a highly efficient and self-sufficient HR Business Partner to join its team on an interim basis. This is a genuinely standalone, hands-on role within a very busy and high-volume environment. The successful candidate must be able to take ownership immediately, work with minimal direction and confidently manage competing priorities across services including Housing, Parking and Environment. Hitting the ground running is essential. Key responsibilities * Providing practical, responsive HR business partnering support across several operational services. * Managing restructuring and organisational change activity from start to finish. * Supporting managers through consultation, redundancy, redeployment and implementation processes. * Building effective relationships with senior managers and challenging appropriately where required. * Working constructively with trade unions and other key stakeholders. * Using workforce information and...

Agency Qualified Social Worker - No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) Team Location: Greenwich (Hybrid) Contract: Agency Job Summary Complete assessments and manage a caseload of individuals and families with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) in line with relevant legislation and statutory guidance. Undertake safeguarding assessments, risk management, and care planning to promote the welfare and safety of vulnerable adults, children, and families. Work collaboratively with internal teams, legal services, housing, immigration services, and external partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and case records, ensuring all documentation is accurate and completed within statutory timescales. Attend court proceedings, strategy meetings, and multi-agency meetings where required, providing professional social work expertise.Requirements Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW or equivalent)....

Your new company Are you passionate about social justice and housing? Do you have a background in the Social Housing sector as a Housing Officer? If so, we have an opportunity for you! We are currently supporting Nacro with their recruitment for a Housing Support worker in South London. Your new role We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join the Nacro team in South London to cover sickness. The main focus of this role is to provide support to residents by creating person-centred support plans. You will meet with residents, discuss support needs and how you can support them to meet their objectives, complete Support and Safety Plans, work with Community Probation Practitioners and Court Staff to best support our residents. You will also need to be able to help residents with applying for Housing Benefits and paying rent etc. To ensure our properties are meeting expected standards in terms of repair and cleanliness, you will need a sharp attention to detail to ensure that...

Your new company Are you passionate about social justice and housing? Do you have a background in the Social Housing sector as a Housing Officer? If so, we have an opportunity for you! We are currently supporting Nacro with their recruitment for a Housing Support worker in Hastings. Your new role We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join the Nacro team in Hastings on a temp-to-perm basis. The main focus of this role is to provide support to residents by creating person-centred support plans. You will meet with residents, discuss support needs and how you can support them to meet their objectives, complete Support and Safety Plans, work with Community Probation Practitioners and Court Staff to best support our residents. You will also need to be able to help residents with applying for Housing Benefits and paying rent etc. To ensure our properties are meeting expected standards in terms of repair and cleanliness, you will need a sharp attention to detail to ensure that the...

We're looking for a compassionate and resilient Bank Support Worker to join our Mental Health Service located in Redbridge. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £14.80 per hour on a zero hour contract. Our benefits include: Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resourcesAll applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. Well House is a crisis house supported accommodation service that supports individuals for between 14 and 21 days as an alternative to requiring hospital admission for their mental health needs. The service works closely in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team in order to meet individual needs, manage risk and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes. The service operates 24...

Senior Children's Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention | Southwark Council | London Location: London (Southwark Council) Role: Senior Children's Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention Contract: 3 Months (High possibility of extension) Hours: Monday to Friday | Full-Time Pay Rate: £39.04 per hour Start Date: ASAP SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join the Assessment & Intervention Service at Southwark Council. This is an excellent locum opportunity offering a competitive pay rate, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a real difference to children and families. Key Responsibilities: * Complete Section 17 and Section 47 assessments. * Undertake initial court work and Looked After Children (LAC) processes. * Manage a complex caseload, safeguarding children and delivering high-quality assessments. * Prepare analytical reports and represent the Local Authority at court and child...

The Adult Social Care Hospital Social Worker plays a crucial role in evaluating the needs of patients, especially older adults and those with complex health and social care requirements, to organise their discharge from hospital. The main goal is to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions and readmissions by ensuring strong community support. Essential Skills and Qualifications ● Qualifications: recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DIPSW, CQSW). ● Registration: current registration with Social Work England. ● Experience: significant experience in adult social care, ideally within a hospital or fast-paced environment. ● Knowledge: extensive understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices (e.g., Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005). ● Skills: Excellent assessment, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. ● The successful candidate should have resilience and the...

Supervising Senior Social Worker Overview We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Supervising Senior Social Worker to join our inclusive team. In this leadership role, you will provide guidance, support, and supervision to a diverse team of social workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to individuals and families. We are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace where all voices are valued and respected. Responsibilities Provide professional supervision, mentorship, and performance evaluation for social work staff Oversee case management, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and organisational policies Support team members in handling complex cases, offering expert advice and intervention strategies Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and stakeholders to coordinate care and resources Promote a culture of continuous learning, diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect within the team Assist in developing...

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our Assessment team in the Southeast region. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity is valued and every individual is empowered. As a Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting children, young people and families through assessment, intervention, and advocacy, ensuring they receive the care and resources they need to lead fulfilling lives. Responsibilities Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs, risks, and strengths. Participate in a monthly duty rota Develop and implement effective safeguarding plans to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Work collaboratively with families, multi-disciplinary teams, and partner organisations to provide holistic support. Maintain comprehensive case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Advocate for the rights and needs of children...

Our client is seeking experienced Caseworkers to play a key role in a high-profile government initiative supporting eligible Afghan nationals and their families who assisted UK operations. This is a sensitive and high-impact position within the Defence sector, ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and emotional resilience. Key Responsibilities * Manage and progress casework in line with government policy, ensuring fair, well-documented, and transparent decisions. * Analyse complex information from multiple sources to reach accurate conclusions. * Handle confidential and, at times, distressing material with professionalism and care. * Work to daily case targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. * Communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. * Ensure full compliance with data protection and information security requirements. Essential Skills &...

London – Children Social Worker – £30 to £32 • Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring high-quality statutory social work practice. • Undertake Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children work. • Complete safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments to protect children from harm. • Develop, implement and review outcome-focused care plans. • Build effective relationships with children, families and partner agencies. • Prepare reports for child protection conferences, reviews and court proceedings. • Attend statutory meetings and represent the local authority where required. • Complete statutory visits, reviews and assessments within required timescales. • Work collaboratively with education, health, police and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes. • Promote permanence planning and improve outcomes for children and young people. Intro: Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker? 3D Recruit is looking for...

We are looking for an organised, customer-focused Housing Register Officer to join our Housing Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality public services and helping people access social housing. As a Housing Register Officer, you will play a key role in maintaining an accurate and fair housing register, assessing applications in accordance with housing legislation and the Council's Allocations Policy, and providing excellent advice and support to customers throughout the application process. About the RoleYou will be responsible for assessing new housing applications, reviewing existing applications, determining eligibility and priority, and ensuring applicants receive clear, timely decisions. Working closely with colleagues across Housing Services and external partner organisations, you will help ensure that social housing is allocated fairly, transparently, and in line with statutory requirements. Key...

Experienced Children's Social Worker | Enfield Council | Excellent Locum Opportunity Location: Enfield, London Role: Qualified Social Worker – Children's Services Contract: Full-Time Locum | Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £37.52 per hour Start Date: ASAP SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Enfield Council's Children's Services. This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished practitioner looking to work within a supportive local authority that is committed to delivering high-quality services and achieving the best outcomes for children and families. Enfield Council is recognised for its commitment to continuous improvement, collaborative working, and providing social workers with the support they need to deliver outstanding practice while making a meaningful difference in the community. The Role As an experienced Children's Social Worker, you will: * Manage a varied and complex caseload independently. * Complete...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

Social Worker/Snr Social Worker Roles Available- Ealing Council £37.50-£39 per hr **Hybrid working** Responsibilities * Support the team to work within legislative and policy frameworks, ensuring that all social work interventions are based on a clear care and support plan. Advise staff on relevant legislative and policy frameworks within care and support planning and application of social work interventions. * Oversee proportionate and holistic assessments, ensuring the strengths, capabilities and support available from the person’s wider network are maximised. Identify and advise on barriers to change and how needs impact on family members or others in a child’s support network. * Lead and oversee the progression of complex and difficult social work cases within the parameters of agreed policies, procedures, and framework for delivering Social Work, including timely intervention, resolution and case closure or transfer. Represent Ealing in a professional and competent...