17 agency support worker jobs found

Job Title: Family Support Worker Department: Children's Social Care Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager Job Purpose The Family Support Worker provides targeted support to children, young people, and families where there is a Child in Need plan or a risk of family breakdown. The role focuses on working directly with families to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child development, and help keep children safely within their home environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out direct work with children (including pre-school children), parents, and carers as part of assessments and support plans Encourage and empower parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Support families at risk of breakdown and work to maintain safe family environments Provide practical parenting support and promote understanding of child development Contribute to assessment and planning processes to safeguard children Work in partnership...

Job Title: Contact Worker Department: Children's Services - Safeguarding & Specialist Support Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager - Family Contact Service Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Job Purpose The Contact Worker supports children and families by supervising safe and positive contact sessions as part of care assessments and plans. The role focuses on direct work with children and their families, helping to create supportive environments that promote child wellbeing and positive family relationships. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers Encourage parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals Maintain accurate, timely records and produce reports Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (rota basis) Transport children to and from...

Our client Peterborough Council are seeking an experienced MASH Social Worker Locum Social Worker position available asap - Children MASH £39ph / 37 hours a week. Hybrid working - 3 days in the office (Sand Martin House) Brief description of the job duties: Are you looking for a fast paced role with the opportunity to work with partner agencies to assist in making timely decisions for children on what intervention and support is required. We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the team to triage new referrals into MASH. You will have a sound knowledge of threshold application, making timely decisions for children and being able to remain calm under pressure. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and will report to the Team Managers within MASH. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a stable team who has children at the heart of all decision making. All about our Team The Multi Agency Safeguarding...

North East Lincolnshire Children's services are seeking to recruit an Initial Point of Contact Worker to work with young people who are at the start of their journey with social care. The role will be based from the council building in Grimsby and you will need to be in the office full time Monday-Friday. You will be responsible for taking all calls which relate to children who are not open to Children’s Social Care, or Family Help, but who members of the public, or professionals may have worries about. This is a full time position with an initial contract of 3 months with a view to this being extended on a rolling basis and offering a pay rate of £18.14 per hour.  Duties of the role: Answering calls, using a strength based approached, asking the appropriate questions, to gather high quality, clear and concise information about children. Inputting information from the call straight into Liquid logic and determine if this is a request for Family Help, or if there are presenting...

Title: Social Worker - Family Help Department: Children, Families & Education Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 Responsible to: Team Manager / Deputy Team Manager PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding (30%) Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and...

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 the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation undertake assessments of children's needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures create effective plans which are reviewed in a timely manner promote and safeguard the welfare of children provide support, information, and advice to families to help parents become more self-reliant prepare reports for courts and various meetings, presenting to a variety of professionals in different settings, and attend to give evidence in legal proceedings as required chair multi-agency meetings that support the development and review of plans maintain essential records, input, and maintain records on the core computer system as...

About Us Connect2Dorset Supporting social workers to make a real difference for children and families in Dorset Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities. We're proud that Dorset Council is rated Outstanding by Ofsted for our services for children, young people and families. This reflects our commitment to high-quality, child‑centred work, strong leadership, and a culture where practitioners feel supported to do their best work. Leading Meaningful National Change Dorset is at the forefront of innovation. As a national Pathfinder for the Families First for Children (FFC) Programme, we are helping shape the future of family support and child protection in England. This reform focuses on delivering earlier, more...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Social Worker to work within their Work After First Hearing Team based in Birmingham covering the Birmingham, Stoke, Staffordshire and Worcester area. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children's Locum Social Worker looking for a change and to gain experience within a reputable organisation like CAFCASS. Benefits: Remote Working in place - visits required Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning...

Family Time Worker Children’s Services – Staying Safe Grade F Are you passionate about safeguarding children and strengthening family relationships? Do you have the skills to deliver meaningful, high-quality Family Time that genuinely impacts children’s lives? We are recruiting a Family Time Worker to join a dedicated Children’s Services team, supporting Looked After Children (LAC) and their families through purposeful, well-planned Family Time and direct work interventions. About the Role As a Family Time Worker, you will play a vital role in helping children maintain safe, positive relationships with their families. You will deliver structured Family Time sessions and targeted interventions, working with families who may have complex needs, often in emotionally challenging situations. You will work closely with Social Workers, Team Leaders and partner agencies to ensure Family Time is safe, child-focused and contributes meaningfully to assessments, care planning and...

Social Worker – Safeguarding Service | Surrey County Council | £42 per hour  We are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Service at Surrey County Council, offering an excellent rate of £42 per hour. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking authority that places strong emphasis on quality practice, professional development, and positive outcomes for children and families. Surrey is known for its commitment to safeguarding excellence, manageable caseloads, and strong management support. You’ll be joining a stable, well-resourced service where your skills, experience, and professional judgement will be genuinely valued. About Surrey County Council Surrey offers an outstanding working environment, combining strong leadership, high-quality training, and a collaborative team culture. The authority prioritises staff wellbeing, flexible working, and continuous professional development, ensuring you are fully...

Children in Care Team | Knowsley Council | £39 per hour About the role This is a Children in Care role within a statutory children’s service, working with children and young people subject to care proceedings, care orders, and long-term care planning. You’ll hold cases from care entry through to permanence, working closely with carers, IROs, schools, health, and wider professionals to ensure children’s needs are met and plans progress without drift. The role requires strong care planning practice, direct work with children, and clear recording. Confidence around court-related work, statutory visits, and placement stability is important. Key responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and young people in care, ensuring all statutory duties are met. Complete statutory visits and direct work, keeping the child’s lived experience central to planning. Develop and progress care plans that are outcome-focused, realistic, and regularly reviewed. Work toward permanence...

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking a committed and experienced Children with Disabilities Social Worker to join our specialist service. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support at the right time. About the Service The Children with Disabilities team works with children and young people who have a diagnosed disability or complex additional needs that significantly impact their daily lives. The team provides statutory support, multi-agency coordination, and targeted interventions to promote safety, stability, and wellbeing. Role Overview As a Social Worker within the CWD team, you will manage a diverse and rewarding caseload. Your work will include: Working with Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care. Completing Section 17 and Section 47 assessments. Developing and reviewing Child in Need/Child Protection plans. Undertaking detailed assessments of need, including...

Organisation Development Practice Lead Temporary, Full Time £500.00 per day umbrella Location: Chelmsford Interim Organisation Development Practice Lead Location: Chelmsford (Attendance in Chelmsford typically 1–2 days per week, subject to business need) The Role Are you ready to lead a committed OD team through a significant period of change, development and strategic opportunity? In this interim role, you will provide leadership to a team of Organisational Development Consultants and Employee Experience Consultants, enabling them to deliver highimpact, evidencebased interventions that support the new Workforce Strategy (2026–2028). Working at pace, you will ensure OD activity is aligned, futurefocused, and grounded in strong professional practice—embedding the culture, behaviours and organisational conditions needed for our people and services to thrive now and as we head into a period of significant change with Local Government Reorganisation on the horizon. Working in...

Salesforce Developer SC Clearable - London (Mainly Remote) 6 months - INSIDE £665 per day We are seeking an experienced Salesforce Developer to join a major public sector digital transformation programme. You will work within a secure government environment, delivering and enhancing solutions on the Salesforce platform. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge Salesforce Industry Cloud technologies while contributing to a high-impact national project. Key Responsibilities Develop Salesforce Industry Cloud solutions using Public Sector Solutions (PSS) Implement Flows, Apex classes, and Lightning Web Components (LWC) Support CI/CD pipelines using Git and collaborate via Jira and Confluence Work with stakeholders to design scalable, sustainable solutions following best practice Ensure testing, documentation, and quality standards are maintainedExperience and Skills Required 5+ years of Salesforce development experience (Public Sector or Industries Cloud preferred)...

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Social Worker – Children and Families Team Pay Rate: £37.52 per hour Hours: 36 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children and Families Team. This role focuses on supporting children, young people, and families through high-quality assessment, planning, and intervention, ensuring safety, stability, and improved outcomes. You will work within a highly regarded service that values reflective practice, professional autonomy, and multi-agency collaboration. Key Responsibilities Complete assessments under the Children Act, including Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. Manage a varied caseload including CIN, CP, and Care Proceedings. Work closely with schools, health teams, police, and community services. Develop and review child-centred care and safety plans. Undertake direct work with children to ensure their voice shapes all...

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information...

Description Our local government clients in Hackney, Greater London, are seeking an ASW - Case Management to provide a high-quality, effective social work service that promptly responds to the needs of residents with care and support needs, their careers, and their families, within statutory guidelines. All assessments and support plans will be completed in accordance with the Care Act's well-being principles and in a strengths-based approach. Newly qualified staff at grade P01 will undertake all work with support, close supervision and guidance and will have a reduced caseload. Upon successful completion of the ASYE, Social Workers will automatically move to P02. Responsibilities Understanding of the context of the provision of statutory social care for children and families, adults and older people and awareness of relevant legislation underpinning care and support - for instance, the Children Act 1989 or the Care Act2014. To provide strengths-based assessments, signposting...