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Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood Service based in the Blandford region. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to work with children, young people and families aged 0-25, supporting those with a range of disabilities and additional needs through key life transitions and into adulthood. If you are a passionate Children's Social Worker, Disability Social Worker, or SEND Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities * Early Help assessments and interventions * Child in Need (CIN) assessments and planning * Child Protection (CP) investigations and plans * Children in Care (CIC) case management * Working with children and young people with disabilities * Undertaking statutory visits and reviews * Completing assessments, reports and care planning * Supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes *...

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. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Wareham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority setting....

Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood Service based in Wareham. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to work with children, young people and families aged 0-25, supporting those with a range of disabilities and additional needs through key life transitions and into adulthood. If you are a passionate Children's Social Worker, Disability Social Worker, or SEND Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities * Early Help assessments and interventions * Child in Need (CIN) assessments and planning * Child Protection (CP) investigations and plans * Children in Care (CIC) case management * Working with children and young people with disabilities * Undertaking statutory visits and reviews * Completing assessments, reports and care planning * Supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes *...

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. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in the Weymouth region. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local...

Safeguarding Social Worker - North Somerset Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Children's Safeguarding Social Worker North Somerset Council | Weston-super-Mare Up to £45 per hour | 37 hours per week Caritas Recruitment is supporting North Somerset Council with the recruitment of experienced Children's Safeguarding Social Workers to join their frontline safeguarding service. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified and experienced practitioners looking to work within a supportive local authority, managing safeguarding work that makes a genuine difference to children and families. Key Details Location: Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset Pay Rate: Up to £45 per hour Additional Incentive: Up to £100 per week travel contribution for candidates travelling into the area for work...

Children's Social Worker We are recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join a Children's Services team in Ollerton, Nottinghamshire. This role requires proven experience managing cases involving Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP) and Court Work, with a strong commitment to safeguarding children and achieving positive outcomes for families. Key Responsibilities Managing a complex caseload of children and families Completing statutory assessments and risk assessments Working with Children in Need, Child Protection and Children in Care cases Undertaking PLO and Court Work proceedings Developing and reviewing child-focused plans Building effective relationships with children, families and carers Coordinating multi-agency interventions with education, health, police and partner agencies Preparing high-quality assessments, reports and court statements Maintaining accurate case records in line with legislation and professional standards Requirements...

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. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Blandford Forum. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority...

Family Help Social Worker Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. We are recruiting Experienced Social Workers to join an innovative Family Help service within a local authority that is taking a fresh approach to supporting children and families. This opportunity stands out because of its unique shared caseload model, where two social workers work together to support approximately 25 children. This approach provides genuine peer support, improved continuity for families, enhanced workload management, and reliable cover during periods of leave or absence. What's on Offer? Up to £42 per hour for Experienced Social Workers Potential for higher rates to be considered for exceptional candidates Up to £150 per week accommodation/travel contribution for workers living more than 30 miles...

Children's Social Worker Family Help - Safeguarding Team Locum Ongoing Assignment Social workers £42 Hampshire County Council are recruiting Children's Social Workers in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams in Andover, Basingstoke, Fareham & Gosport, Alton, Farnborough, Winchester, Totton & Havant Hampshire Responsibilities: Social workers To have a mixed caseload of families spanning early help and children in need To co- work families alongside our Family Practitioner To work within a smaller defined location/ geographical are To build links with partners/ organisations within local communities Knowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute care Assessments of risks protection & social care needs of individuals, carers, families Undertake joint assessments to ensure all risks considered Take appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies & within legal & statutory framework, to protect...

About the Role Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Forest Heath Social Care Team based in Bury St Edmunds. This is a fast-paced frontline role working across a range of statutory social work functions, including Child in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, Child Assessments, and Support & Prevention. The successful candidate will be confident managing complex cases and delivering timely interventions to safeguard and improve outcomes for children and families. Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Rate: Up to £42.50 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: Full-time Working Pattern: Hybrid working (3 days per week office-based) Flexible Working: Condensed hours over 4 days considered Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. Manage and progress Child in Need and Child Protection plans. Complete high-quality assessments, reports, and statutory documentation within required...

Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding - Liverpool - up to £39 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join the Children's Safeguarding Team based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will take responsibility for obtaining regular professional supervision to ensure effective and reflective practice. Benefits as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Supportive team and management Progression opportunities Flexible working available Duties as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support. Reflecting the function of the team and Children's Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, statutory guidance, and legislation. Identify and assess levels of risk and need in often complex situations, ensuring that the safety and welfare of children is paramount. Model critical...

About the Role Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the South Suffolk Children in Need Team, based in Sudbury. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced service covering both rural and town localities across South Suffolk. Location: Uplands, York Road, Sudbury, CO10 1NF Rate: £38.00 - £40.50 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: 30 hours over 4 days considered Contract: Locum Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office You will play a key role in safeguarding and supporting children and families, undertaking a varied caseload and contributing to the team's assessment and duty functions. The successful candidate will be confident working within a busy environment and experienced in delivering high-quality social work interventions. Key Responsibilities Undertake Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47. Manage cases involving Children in Need and...

Hertfordshire – Qualified Social Workers – Children Services – £32-38 per hour Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's Services, including areas such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adoption, Assessment and Duty. * Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments. * Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations where required. * Develop and review outcome-focused care plans. * Carry out direct work with children, young people and families. * Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. * Attend court hearings and provide evidence when required. * Work closely with partner agencies including education, health and police services. * Ensure statutory visits, reviews and assessments are completed within required timescales. * Support children and families to achieve positive outcomes through effective intervention and planning. *...

Oxfordshire – Qualified Social Workers – Children Services – Competitive Salary Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's Services, including areas such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adoption, Assessment and Duty. * Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments. * Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations where required. * Develop and review outcome-focused care plans. * Carry out direct work with children, young people and families. * Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. * Attend court hearings and provide evidence when required. * Work closely with partner agencies including education, health and police services. * Ensure statutory visits, reviews and assessments are completed within required timescales. * Support children and families to achieve positive outcomes through effective intervention and planning. *...

Long-Term Contract | CIN/CP Team | Average Caseload of 18 | Minimal Court Work | Up to £40 P/H | Yorkshire If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for a long-term contract within a supportive Children in Need and Child Protection team, this opportunity offers stability, flexibility, and manageable workloads. Based in Yorkshire, you'll join a well-established team with an average caseload of just 18, minimal court work, and a hybrid working model requiring only two office days per week. You'll be part of a collaborative service where managers are approachable, experienced, and committed to supporting high-quality practice. The focus is on achieving positive outcomes for children and families while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Package & Benefits Up to £40 per hour. Long-term contract offering stability and continuity. Average caseload of 18 children. Predominantly Children in Need and Child Protection work with minimal court involvement....

About the Role Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Team Advanced Practitioner to join its West Social Worker Case Holding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Children's Social Worker to work within a busy frontline service supporting vulnerable children, young people and families. Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) As a Team Advanced Practitioner, you will work within a case holding team managing and supporting a range of statutory children's social care cases. The role involves working directly with children and families where significant support, intervention and safeguarding planning is required. The team works with: Children in Need Children subject to Child Protection Plans Looked After Children Children accommodated under Section 20 Families in the pre-proceedings process Cases where care proceedings are being initiatedYou will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective support, protection and permanence planning...

About the Role Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Team Advanced Practitioner to join its West Social Worker Case Holding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Children's Social Worker to work within a busy frontline service supporting vulnerable children, young people and families. Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) As a Team Advanced Practitioner, you will work within a case holding team managing and supporting a range of statutory children's social care cases. The role involves working directly with children and families where significant support, intervention and safeguarding planning is required. The team works with: Children in Need Children subject to Child Protection Plans Looked After Children Children accommodated under Section 20 Families in the pre-proceedings process Cases where care proceedings are being initiatedYou will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective support, protection and permanence planning...

Children's Social Worker – Child Protection Team Location: Derbyshire Employer: Derbyshire County Council Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time Locum (Monday to Friday) Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Pay Rate: £23.66 per hour (Negotiable for experienced candidates) Children's Social Worker Opportunity – Derbyshire County Council SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Derbyshire County Council's Child Protection Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking for a rewarding locum role with the flexibility of hybrid working and the support of a well-established local authority. About the Role You will join the Area Child Protection Team, managing a varied caseload that includes: * Assessments * Child in Need (CIN) * Child Protection * Court Work * CRE Work Working closely with children, families, and partner agencies, you will play a key role in safeguarding...

Connect2Dorset is recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection & Permanence Team in the Bridport region . This is an exciting opportunity to work with Children in Care, adoption planning, permanence planning, safeguarding and court proceedings, helping children achieve safe, stable and permanent outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of Children in Care (CIC) and permanence cases * Undertake court work and care proceedings * Complete Child Permanence Reports (CPRs) * Carry out assessments, care planning and statutory visits * Support adoption and permanence planning * Work closely with children, families, carers and partner agencies * Maintain accurate case records and reports * Deliver positive outcomes through child-centred social work practice Requirements * Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) * Social Work England registration * Experience within Children's Social Care * Children in Care...

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. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Dorchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority...