44 live in carer jobs found

Sessional Assessing Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Applicants must live within the following areas, North West, Merseyside, Sefton, Liverpool, Greater Manchester, Manchester, Stockport, Tameside, Bolton, Oldham, Lancashire, Rochdale, and Wigan. As a charity, we are committed to ensuring that our resources are directed towards supporting our children. For this reason, we are only able to consider applicants who live within the required geographical areas, as supporting roles outside these locations would create additional costs. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for ‘panel ready’ assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 55p mileage. We are the UK’s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core...

Staffordshire County Council Social Worker – Safeguarding Team Pay Rate: £40 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Staffordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team. You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, ensuring timely and effective interventions to protect children and improve outcomes. This is a supportive and collaborative service with a strong focus on relationship-based practice and multi-agency working. Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments. Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases, including court work where required. Develop and implement robust safety and support plans. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police. Undertake direct work with children and families. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court...

Staffordshire County Council Social Worker – Assessment Team Pay Rate: £40 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Staffordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Assessment Team. You will work with children and families at the front door of services, undertaking assessments and responding to safeguarding concerns to ensure children receive the right support at the right time. This is a fast-paced frontline role where you will complete assessments, identify risks, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to improve outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities Complete Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries. Undertake duty responsibilities and respond to new referrals. Assess risk and develop effective safety plans. Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases where required. Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies. Undertake direct work with...

Adecco are currently recruiting for a Hospital Discharge Housing Needs Officer on behalf of a public sector client. This is an exciting opportunity to support vulnerable individuals at a critical point in their lives, helping to prevent homelessness and enable safe, timely hospital discharges. Hospital Discharge - Housing Needs Officer Public Sector - Local Authority Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Grade 9 - £22.41 per hour PAYE / £29.72 per hour Umbrella Hybrid Working - 2 to 3 days per week in office, remainder at home Temporary Role - current sign off to March 2027 IT equipment provided ASAP Start About the Role In this role, you will work at the intersection of housing and health, supporting patients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness as they prepare to leave hospital. You will play a key role in securing suitable accommodation, removing barriers to discharge, and ensuring statutory responsibilities are met. Key Responsibilities Assess patients...

Team Manager – Children in Need Location: Cheshire West and Chester Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent local government benefits Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid and flexible working available Lead Positive Change for Children and Families Cheshire West and Chester is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead a dedicated Children in Need Team, supporting children, young people, and families to achieve sustainable improvements in their lives. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality practice, developing staff, and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. You will join a forward-thinking authority committed to relationship-based practice, strong management support, and achieving the best outcomes for children and families. About the Role As Team Manager, you will provide operational leadership to a team of social workers and family...

Hertfordshire – Qualified Social Workers (Children's & Adult Services) – £30 - £32 per hour. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's or Adult Social Care Services. * Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop person-centred support plans. * Carry out safeguarding enquiries and interventions where required. * Work directly with children, young people, adults, families and carers to achieve positive outcomes. * Complete statutory visits, reviews and assessments within required timescales. * Prepare high-quality reports, assessments and case records. * Attend multi-agency meetings, reviews and court proceedings where necessary. * Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including health, education, housing and community services. * Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for service users. * Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local authority procedures. * Maintain accurate and...

North London – Qualified Social Workers – Children Services – £30 - £32 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. * Maintain...

Central London – Qualified Social Workers (Children's & Adult Services) – £30 - £32 per hour. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's or Adult Social Care Services. * Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop person-centred support plans. * Carry out safeguarding enquiries and interventions where required. * Work directly with children, young people, adults, families and carers to achieve positive outcomes. * Complete statutory visits, reviews and assessments within required timescales. * Prepare high-quality reports, assessments and case records. * Attend multi-agency meetings, reviews and court proceedings where necessary. * Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including health, education, housing and community services. * Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for service users. * Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local authority procedures. * Maintain accurate and...

Essex County Council | Locum | £39.00 per hour | 37 Hours per Week | Hybrid Working Essex County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team. This is a rewarding role focused on supporting children and young people in care, ensuring they achieve stability, permanence, and positive long-term outcomes. You will manage a caseload of Children in Care, working closely with carers, families, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality care planning and promote the welfare and development of children and young people. Working Pattern: 37 hours per week Hybrid working arrangement In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Children in Care Undertake statutory visits and maintain meaningful relationships with children and young people Develop, implement, and review care plans and permanence plans Support permanence planning, including reunification, long-term fostering, Special Guardianship, and adoption where appropriate Attend and...

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Worker's to join the Assessment and Duty Team based in Broadstairs If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). Main...

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 seeking a Locum Social Worker to join the Children's Social Work Team, covering Canterbury. At least 3 years experience as a Qualified Social Worker is required. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). Main duties and responsibilities: * Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively...

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Worker's to join Dover and Deal's Children's Social Work Team based in Dover If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework...

Luton | Locum | £38.84 per hour | Hybrid Working Luton Borough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Looked After Children Team. This is a rewarding role focused on supporting children in care, promoting stability, and ensuring positive outcomes through effective care planning and relationship-based practice. You will manage a caseload of Looked After Children, working closely with carers, families, and partner agencies to ensure children receive the support they need to thrive and achieve permanence. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Looked After Children Undertake statutory visits and maintain meaningful relationships with children and young people Develop, implement, and review care plans and permanence plans Support children through long-term fostering, Special Guardianship, reunification, and adoption planning where appropriate Attend and contribute to Looked After Child Reviews and professional meetings Work closely with foster...

Our client Telford and Wrekin council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Adults with learning disabilities & Autism team. Job purpose To assess plan and manage a professional Social Work case load and to attend and actively participate in weekly Peer review meetings where the work being undertaken with individuals and families is discussed within the ethos of Asset based social work and Community Led Support to make recommendations for final case decisions to be made by the Team Manager. To undertake duties expected of social workers in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework and Knowledge and Skills statements and in line with Social Work England code of conduct. Major Tasks To manage a caseload in line with the BASW Professional Capabilities Framework for an Experienced Qualified Social Worker undertaking strength based assessments and provide evidence when identifying a level of need in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005,...

This role has a starting salary of £63,823 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This role is fixed term until March 2029 with the possibility for further extension subject to funding. We are excited to be recruiting an Employment Support Operations Manager to join our fantastic team. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but this is a county-wide hybrid role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our...

Our client Wrexham council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment & Intervention team. Comprehensive assessments To manage an allocated caseload which includes routine social work interventions, escalating those that are more complex and require a higher level of professional input. The social worker will consolidate and develop the skills and knowledge gained through formal qualification, through mentoring and guidance from experienced practitioners and take on increasing levels of complexity, responsibility and independent decision making in their area of work. This includes working as part of a team providing support to adults/ adults at risk and children / children at risk, their families and carers. Working with individuals/ people needing care and support, their families and carers in need of support, to identify and assess risks and identify support that minimises risk, guided on practice through management supervision, co-working on...

Children's Team Manager - Family Help Service Hackney Council (London) Locum £45.20p/h Umbrella Hackney Council is looking for an experienced Children?s Team Manager to join their Family Help Service on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team delivering high-quality, impactful interventions for children and families. The Role As Team Manager, you will lead a social work team to deliver outstanding services that safeguard and promote the welfare of children. You will ensure timely, effective responses to need, working in line with statutory guidance while driving excellent outcomes for children and families. You will take full responsibility for managing and supporting a team of social workers and practitioners, ensuring practice is compliant, analytical and focused on achieving meaningful change. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of social workers, providing supervision, guidance and performance oversight Oversee high-quality...

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency specialising in the Transport and Logistics sector, supplying staff to a wide range of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager to work with our client in Islington and surrounding areas. Role Purpose: To lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a busy customer contact centre, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused services across a range of council functions. The postholder will oversee service performance, staff management, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure residents receive an efficient and effective service. Key Responsibilities for the Operations Manager: Manage the operational delivery of customer services across multiple service areas, including: * * Council Tax * Housing Benefits * Repairs and Maintenance *...

Locum Adults Social Worker Location: South West England Pay: £35 per hour NonStop Consulting is working with a Local Authority in the South West of England area, in order to help them find an Adults Social Worker who can join their Safeguarding Team on a locum basis. This is a hybrid role offering you the flexibility to do some of the work from home. Key Responsibilities: The Social Worker will work with vulnerable adults and connect them to resources that help them continue with their chosen life, either with support or independently. You will also be working with individuals to help them to regain control of their lives in a crisis. They use a model that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths and the networks and community around them. Benefits: Good pay rate: £35 per hour hybrid role Capped caseloads at 25 Friendly and supportive team environment Interviews available quickly so you can secure a new role as soon as possible Requirements: Please apply for...

Team Leader – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team Location: Bedford Borough Council Pay Rate: £44.17 per hour Contract Type: Full-Time Locum (37.5 Hours per Week) Start Date: ASAP SW Locums is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join the highly regarded Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team at Bedford Borough Council. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within a stable and well-established service that is dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families. This position offers a competitive rate of £44.17 per hour and the opportunity to lead a committed team within a supportive local authority environment. About the Team The Children with Disabilities Team is a stable and experienced service consisting of 10 Social Workers alongside a dedicated Short Breaks Team. The service works with children and young people with disabilities, ensuring they receive the support, protection, and services they require...