10 jobs found in Weston-super-Mare

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our Child Health & Disability Team has arisen in Cardiff. The team is currently operating on a mixed - working from home, agile and within local office space (County Hall). You will need: * A Degree or Masters in Social Work Diploma in SW (or equivalent). * Experience of working within a Child Health & Disability Team * Experience of working as part of multi-disciplinary team around children The main duties of the post holder will be: * Working alongside a multi-agency team of professionals, in partnership with families. * To use the Signs of Safety approach to underpin social work practice * Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective systems to ensure quality services. * Complete Wellbeing Assessments, child protection enquiry and develop and review care and support plans. * Working in a multiagency capacity to support families * Attendance at Child Protection Conferences, Children...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Services (West Locality) Locations: Woodfieldside, Ty Gilfach, Ty Pontygwindy, Rhymney Responsible to: Team Manager Salary: £287.23 Per day UMBRELLA (£216.82 PAYE) Contract Type: Full Time - 37 Hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Working on behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join their Children’s Services Team covering the West locality of Caerphilly County Borough. This is a rewarding frontline role working with children and families who require assessment, support, and protection. You will manage a varied caseload from initial assessment through to longer-term intervention, including child protection, looked after children, and court work. You will be part of a supportive team structure with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development. The Role You will: Deliver high-quality assessments and care management for children and...

Social Worker - Children's Services Location: Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council - Hybrid to include 1 day remote Contract Type: Full time - 37 hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Salary: £39.12 UMBRELLA ( (£29.22 PAYE) About the Role We are working on behalf of Blaenau Gwent County Coucil and are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join their Social Services team. This role is responsible for delivering a high standard of social work practice in line with current legislation, national guidance, and departmental policies. You will manage a varied caseload, carry out assessments, develop care plans, and work in partnership with service users, carers, and multi-agency professionals to promote independence, safety, and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker who is committed to person-centred practice, safeguarding, and continuous professional development. Key Responsibilities Provide social work...

Locum Adults Social Worker – Home First Team Swansea City and County Council Location: Primarily Morriston Hospital with coverage at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon Swansea City and County Council is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Home First Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact by supporting adults during critical transition periods from hospital to home. The Home First Team plays a pivotal role in facilitating timely, safe and person-centred discharges from hospital settings back into the community. The team works collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time. You will join a supportive, experienced group of professionals committed to strengths-based outcome-focused practice. Role Overview: Based primarily at...

Interim Senior Procurement Officer - Highways and Transport Must be able to travel to Dorset Council (2 days a week in the office). Previous local government experience essential with working knowledge within Highways and Transportation. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Location: Hybrid (2 days in office per week - some negotiation) Contract: Interim - 3 months - 37 hours a week Day Rate: £500 a day Start Date: Immediate Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Officer to lead urgent and complex procurements. This role will support the delivery of high-value contracts for public and school transport as well as operational highway contracts. The primary purpose of the recruitment is a...

Social Worker Fostering Team Assessments Make a Difference in Dorset Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and families? Dorset Council is looking for experienced Social Workers to join our Fostering Team, a dynamic and supportive service committed to delivering high quality care and positive outcomes. Why Join Us? Be part of a well-structured team of 30 professionals who value collaboration and innovation. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a strong culture of support and supervision. Work in a service that embraces relationship-based practice and the Mockingbird model. What You'll Do As a Social Worker in our fostering team, you will Complete mainstream fostering assessments and provide post-approval support. Undertake kinship assessments (including Reg 24, Fostering, and Special Guardianship). Assess and support Supported Lodgings and Staying Put arrangements. Contribute to the delivery of the Mockingbird model to strengthen fostering networks....

Job Title: Child protection Permanence Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary 3 months Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph About us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The Permanence Team is looking for a Social Worker to join the team to contribute to working collaboratively with families and supporting children, who are looked after by the Local Authority with a Care Plan of adoption, to achieve permanence. Skilled Social Workers in this team keep children at the heart of all we do; building meaningful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers, to ensure we plan proactively and effectively for the future of every child. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after...

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The primary focus of these posts is to adopt a home first or discharge to assess way of working to support people in returning home from hospital safely and promptly. You will be an integral part of a successful partnership between health, social care, and our home, independence, and crisis support (HICS) team. Previous experience of working within hospital discharge is preferable. You will need to be able to evidence a good knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and strength based and person practice within your practice. You will need to be able to evidence you are experienced in working with complexity and with the Court of Protection. You will be required to...