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Social Worker | Staffordshire Children's Services | £38–£40 per hour Sheldon Phillips are working with Staffordshire Children's Services to recruit experienced Social Workers across a number of frontline safeguarding teams. These opportunities are available within both Duty & Assessment , as well as the Safeguarding & Court services, offering varied and rewarding caseloads, strong management support, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement. With offices located across Staffordshire, these roles provide the opportunity to work within well-established teams committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families while maintaining manageable workloads and a supportive working environment. Role Overview We are recruiting Social Workers for the following teams and locations: Duty & Assessment Teams Cannock Newcastle-under-Lyme Moorlands Safeguarding & Court Teams Stafford Codsall Cannock Newcastle-under-Lyme Moorlands These positions...

Child Protection Social Worker - Dorset Council Location: Dorset (various locations available) Pay: £38 - £42 per hour Contract: Temporary Make a difference where it matters most. Join Dorset's Child Protection Team and be part of a values-driven service committed to safeguarding children and supporting families through meaningful, trauma-informed practice. About the Role As a Child Protection Social Worker, you will play a vital role in assessing risk, developing care plans, and working collaboratively with families and partner agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children. You'll manage a varied caseload, contribute to strategy discussions and case conferences, and provide written reports for court proceedings when required. What We're Looking For We're seeking experienced, compassionate professionals who are confident in their decision-making and committed to working in partnership with children and families. You'll need to be registered with Social Work England and...

Sammons Recruitment are working with Staffordshire Police who are seeking an Efficiency and Savings Identification Consultant to undertake a high-profile consultancy engagement focused on identifying substantial efficiency savings, productivity improvements and cost avoidance opportunities within a large and complex public sector organisation. The role is a temporary placement for the duration of 6-10 weeks. The consultant will support the identification of multimillion pounds of savings by reviewing existing operating models, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop a realistic, phased savings programme that supports long term sustainability while maintaining operational performance. What’s on Offer? Job type: Full-time, office based, temporary Location: Staffordshire Police Headquarters Salary: Starting from £500 per day  Key Responsibilities Conduct a comprehensive review of organisational finances, operating models and resource allocation Establish a clear...

Our client Wrexham county borough Council is looking for a Children's enhanced Social Worker to join their Looked after children team. Court Social Worker - Children & Families The Court Social Worker plays a central role in guiding children and families through public law proceedings, from the initial hearing through to the final court order. Working within a supportive POD structure of six social workers and an Assistant Team Manager, you will manage a caseload of 6-8 sets of proceedings, adjusted for complexity, ensuring high‑quality assessments, clear care planning, and strong court‑facing practice. Key Responsibilities Lead children and families through the full court process, providing clear guidance, timely assessments, and evidence‑based recommendations. Prepare high‑quality court reports and statements, working closely with the legal department to ensure robust and defensible practice. Attend hearings, give evidence, and work collaboratively with legal...

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. We are proud that Dorset Council is a rated Outstanding authority by Ofsted for our work with children, young people and families. This reflects our strong commitment to high‑quality, child‑centred practice and the positive culture we've built across our services. Leading national change The Families First Partnership (FFP) Programme sets out a major national reform of family support and child protection in England, aiming to shift the support towards earlier, more joined up help for families. Dorset was selected as a national Pathfinder local authority for the Families First for Children programme, placing us at the forefront of developing new ways of working with children, families, and...

After School Club Manager Reports To Registered Manager / Operations Manager / Director Location [ROMFORD ESSEX] Hours: To be agreed [Insert Hours – e.g., Monday to Friday, 2:30pm–6:30pm during term time] Salary £16.00 – £20.00 (Negotiable) Purpose of the Role The After School Club Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, organisation, and delivery of a safe, stimulating, inclusive, and enjoyable after-school provision for children and young people. The postholder will lead staff, ensure compliance with safeguarding and health and safety requirements, maintain high standards of care, and create engaging activities that support children's development, wellbeing, and independence. Desirable -Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Playwork, Youth Work, Education, Health & Social Care, or equivalent. -Paediatric First Aid qualification. -Designated Safeguarding Lead training. -Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities...

Islington | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Islington Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Child in Need / Child Protection Team. This is a frontline safeguarding role focused on supporting vulnerable children and families through effective assessment, planning, and intervention to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes. You will manage a complex caseload, working closely with children, families, and partner agencies to reduce risk, promote stability, and ensure children receive the right support at the right time. Working Pattern: 3 days per week in the office Hybrid working arrangement In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake assessments and develop outcome-focused plans Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations Undertake statutory visits and direct work with children and families Lead and participate in child protection conferences, core groups,...

Social Worker - Exploitation Hub | Dudley Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for protecting vulnerable young people from exploitation and harm outside the home? Join Dudley's Exploitation Hub, a specialist multi-agency team making a real impact across the borough. About the Role Work within a specialist Exploitation Hub supporting young people at risk of harm outside the home Manage a small, focused caseload (maximum 10 cases) to deliver intensive, targeted interventions Support children affected by: Sexual exploitation Criminal exploitation Modern slavery Youth criminality and anti-social behaviour Lead on child-centred safety planning and risk reduction Act as part of a central triage point for referrals across Dudley Work closely with partners including Police, Health, Education, Youth Justice and Family Help services Co-work cases to ensure joined-up, tailored support for each young person Requirements SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Full...