21 jobs found in Slough

Job Overview: We are looking for qualified Social Worker. Responsibilities: • Maintain professional registration and compliance with council's DBS requirements. • To manage, within a supervised framework, a limited client caseload. • Accept referrals from Supervisor or Team Manager. • Interview clients and other relevant people. This may take place in a work setting, at the client's home or other related venue such as schools or hospitals. • Assess nature of issues, identify relevant objectives to resolve problems and to take effective action to achieve solutions. • Employ a variety of social work models and techniques in addressing the client's requirements. • Appropriately apply available resources to meet the needs of the child. • Maintain confidentiality and compliance with all data protection protocols. • Receive regular professional supervision while maintaining a critical reflective approach to practice. • Recognise own professional limits and seek appropriate advice from...

Qualified Social Worker - Transitions Team We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Transitions Team within the Social Care industry in Hammersmith and Fulham. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. The Qualified Social Worker - Transitions vacancy in Hammersmith and Fulham will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Responsibilities include: Progress cases of service users from Children Services to Adult Services Work jointly with Special Education Needs Co-ordinators re: funding matters in cases where joint funding is required Work jointly with Health services within the integrated Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities Attend meetings/set up meetings relevant to the actions needed to be undertaken and to draw holistic support plans with all relevant stakeholders. The ability to work...

Qualified Social Worker - Review Team   We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Review Team with the Social Care industry in Hammersmith and Fulham. The Qualified Social Worker - Review Team vacancy in Hammersmith and Fulham will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.   Responsibilities include: Carrying out reviews with people residing in the community and also in nursing/residential settings Reassessments Working within the FACs criteria and Personalisation agenda Managing a case-load of Adults to be reviewed for care Working Multi-disciplinary team Attending meetings and Liaising with other professionals  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working within a Qualified Social Worker - Review Team within the UK Social Care industry.  The Team: Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels.  Minimum Requirements: HCPC Registration 1 year post...

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

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for Recovery Workers who have experience of working with a Criminal Justice caseload in the Reading area. The role that we currently have available is working within a CJ/Substance misuse charity, in the Reading area. The position will include a caseload of no more than 45 clients, whom of which have Criminal Justice backgrounds. You will be required to carry out duty tasks and assessments, also working with prison releases, court orders, police etc Initially the role is 1 to 2 months, working full time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, but is expected to extend past this initial period.. We also have other various Substance Misuse/Criminal Justice roles in the area. Please contact Daniel Baker at Belmont Recruitment for more information or apply. Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Free compliance (DBS, training etc.) * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. *...

Connect2SocialWork are currently recruiting for a Social Worker for the Family Safeguarding Team in Surrey. You must be registered with Social Work England to apply for this role. Role Details Rate of Pay: £42ph Requirements Registration with Social Work England Previous experience working as a Social Worker within a frontline children's safeguarding team Strong assessment, report‑writing and risk‑management skills Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments and meet court‑ordered deadlines Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children About Us Connect2SocialWork is a specialist locum and permanent social work recruitment agency dedicated to supporting public‑sector organisations across England. Part of Commercial Services Group, the team works with more than 160 local authorities and global charities, connecting talented social workers with roles in children's services, adults, mental health, and...

SW Locums need a Qualified Social Worker for this role that sits in the children's disability team (children up to 18 years old). Experience of working in this team is essential Hybrid working but there will be some office days to be agreed as some of the role will also to offer advice and signposting to families. Candidates must have a recognised professional Social Work Qualification – eg DipSW, CQSW or equivalent and either hold a Practice Educator qualification and/or be willing to achieve this qualification within first year of employment. You must also hold right to work in the UK, a minimum of 3 years post qualified social work experience in a permanent role in the UK in a similar statutory setting to meet DfE guidelines and hold active Social Work England registration. Essential requirements and experience: * Must have substantial and demonstrable experience of working as a qualified social worker within a statutory Children’s Social Care setting. * Must have experience...

Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Children's Services in Islington. The role is a long term temp position working 35 hours per week. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role will be to ensure children and young people are safe, can overcome difficulties and can form secure relationships through their childhood and into their adulthood. As a Child and Family Social Worker you will be responsible for working with children in need of help and protection or looked after children and care-leavers, whilst maintaining the focus on safeguarding. You will work directly with the child or young person and their family or carer to build empathic, purposeful relationships that facilitate meaningful and sustainable change, as well as stability in placement and permanency for children. You will share and exercise the organisational practice ethos which places Motivational Practice and trauma-informed practice at the...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Adults Social Worker in the Hospital Discharge Team within Hackney. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable working environment with experienced leadership, whilst receiving regular supervision and training opportunities. London Borough of Hackney ensure that their social workers have as much support as possible, helping them to keep a really good work life balance! The responsibilities of the Adults Social Worker includes: Assess the social care needs of adults in an acute hospital setting to support timely, safe discharge Complete Care Act assessments, mental capacity assessments, and best interest decisions in line with legislation Work collaboratively with health professionals, families, and partner agencies to coordinate discharge planning Arrange appropriate packages of care, placements, and...

Job Title: Adult Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team Location: Hackney, London Contract: Full-Time – 36 hours per week - Initiall 3 month contract - potential to be extended Rate: £32 per hour (Umbrella) £28 PAYE About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team on behalf of Hackney Council. This role plays a key part in supporting safe and timely hospital discharges, ensuring individuals receive the appropriate care and support when returning to the community. You will work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment, collaborating with healthcare professionals, families, and community services to assess needs and coordinate effective discharge planning. Key Responsibilities Undertake strengths-based assessments to support safe hospital discharge Develop and implement person-centred care and support plans Work closely with NHS colleagues, discharge coordinators, and community services Facilitate...

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027. If you are seeking a secondment opportunity, please get permission from your line manager before applying. Are you an experienced professional development or training individual, registered as a Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Allied Health Professional? Do you have a strong legal literacy and policy understanding, as well as sound knowledge of key adult social care topics, including safeguarding, mental capacity, and Care Act responsibilities? We are offering an exciting, opportunity to step into a pivotal Training Academy role, leading professional development, learning and practice improvement across the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships directorate at Surrey County Council. You will report to Professional Development Manager and will be expected to have the ability to travel across all SCC...

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Transition Support Service, Community Services in Waltham Forest. Transition social worker to work in a 0-25 Service Team. must have Learning Disability experience. To work across the boundaries of Children’s and Adult Services to enable a joined up approach to the management of transition planning and in supporting young people with disabilities to develop their maximum potential. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role: * To develop transition planning for young people who are eligible for services and support from Adult Health and Social Care services. * To ensure that there are effective arrangements in place which support a smooth transition for young people with disabilities from Children’s Services to Adult Health and Social Care provision. * To provide the highest standard of care and commitment to supporting young people with disabilities in ensuring...

We are looking to recruit an Adults Social Worker in the Safeguarding MASH Team within Waltham Forest. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable working environment with experienced leadership, whilst receiving regular supervision and training opportunities. London Borough of Waltham Forest ensure that their social workers have as much support as possible, helping them to keep a really good work life balance! The responsibilities of the Adults Social Worker includes: Triage and assess safeguarding concerns for adults at risk, ensuring timely and appropriate responses in line with the Care Act 2014. Collaborate with multi-agency partners, including police, health, and housing, to gather information and support safeguarding decisions. Provide professional advice on safeguarding thresholds, procedures, and referral pathways. Maintain accurate...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Greenwich Council. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.    Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments Managing a varied caseload (CIN, CP, PLO and Court cases) Court Reports Section 47's To be successful: For this role you will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children’s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team. Benefits of Working for Ealing Council: Our client cares about their staff, recognise the importance of...

Specialist Customer Service Officer - Oxfordshire County Council – OX1 1ND 3 Months Contract Full time HYBRID – 1/2 days on site I am currently representing Oxfordshire County Council who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience. We are looking for Specialist Customer Service Officer based at County Hall County Council Offices Oxford OX1 1ND The specialist Customer Service Officer role is the first point of contact for Adult Social Care enquiries, engaging with the public and partner agencies such as medical professionals, the police, and the fire and rescue service. The post holder will handle sensitive and complex information, including emergency service reports, safeguarding referrals, and assessment for disability aids. They will also compete bed leaver reviews and provide signposting to other Oxfordshire...

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 Social Worker to join the Children In Care Team Covering Dartford, Swanley and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children In Care. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex cases involving high levels of risk and needs to a high standard to ensure resources are utilised effectively.. Provide a high quality resource of professional social work knowledge and expertise to a team of Social Workers, to include student supervision, chairing complex meetings, assisted fieldwork, attendance in court, case audits and reviews etc, to assist the team in ensuring that it carries out its core tasks to a high standard. Provide coaching and mentoring support to Social Workers, including those undertaking...

SW Locums are offering a Social Worker position within the Family Support Team in Milton Keynes. Family Support Teams are made up of ASYE, Social Workers and Senior Practitioners there is a Deputy Team Manager and a Team Manager. The post offers condensed working with a FULL 5 DAYS Part time of 3 or 4 days will be considered 37 hours per week – immediate start Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and hold a current Enhanced DBS issued within the past 12 months or be registered with the DBS Update Service. Minimum requirement - 3 years UK experience within a similar statutory setting. The team hold Child in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children / Court through to the end of proceedings. On average caseloads are 10 families which is approximately 22 children, everyone’s caseload is a mixture of CIN and CP and the more experienced staff hold court cases but no more than 3 family’s at one time this can include private proceedings completing Section 7 or 37...

Social Worker – Safeguarding Team | Hampshire County Council Locum opportunity £38 per hour Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office Well-established Safeguarding Service Supportive management and structured supervision Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a frontline practitioner looking to work within a well-organised authority that is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding services for children and families. About Hampshire County Council Hampshire County Council is widely recognised for its strong leadership, clear practice framework, and commitment to supporting social workers. The council prioritises high-quality safeguarding practice, ensuring practitioners have the support, supervision, and resources needed to deliver positive outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children subject...

Key Responsibilities * Follow high standards of animal care and welfare and update practices when needed. * Work safely, responsibly, and efficiently around animals, both independently and as part of a team. * Observe animal behaviour and health and report any concerns to the Line Manager. * Help plan and carry out animal enrichment activities regularly. * Prepare and organise equipment, animals, and facilities needed for learning sessions. * Communicate clearly and demonstrate tasks to provide engaging and educational sessions for students. * Support staff in delivering sessions for the public and wider community. * Carry out daily animal care tasks, including weekends and holidays when required by the Line Manager. * Assist the Head of Land-Based Studies with developing the farm area, including facilities, animal welfare, stocking levels, and services for the local community. For Qualified Teacher...