10 relief support worker jobs found

Job Description: Adults Social Worker (Learning Disabilities & Autism) Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adults Social Worker specializing in Learning Disabilities (LD) and Autism (A) to join our inclusive and diverse team. Our organisation values equality and embraces the unique perspectives and experiences of all individuals. In this role, you will support adults with learning disabilities and autism to live empowered, fulfilling lives while ensuring their rights and well-being are prioritised. Responsibilities Conduct thorough assessments and develop person-centered care plans in collaboration with individuals, families, and multi-disciplinary teams. Support adults with learning disabilities and autism, including those who may be unauthorised or at risk, to access appropriate services and safeguards. Advocate for the rights and needs of service users to promote independence, choice, and social inclusion. Monitor and review care plans regularly,...

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...

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...

Our client Central Bedfordshire Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Locality team. You will have: Experience in managing a varied caseload of children, visiting families, completing direct work with children to understand their views and lived experiences. Experience chairing multi-agency meetings and liaising with a range of other professionals to support our most vulnerable children. Proven experience having an impact on families in achieving positive outcomes for children Excellent verbal communication skills to enable you to communicate effectively with children, parents and other agencies, and the written skills to present high-quality assessments and reports. A passion for delivery of high quality services and interventions to vulnerable children Court experience is essential Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access...

Our client Yorkshire collaboration (Wakefield) is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex Care Needs Team. Team Structure and Staffing The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition. Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker. Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog. Skills and...

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...

Job Description  We are looking for an experienced Housing Solutions Officer with a solid background in housing and social services within Bedfordshire. This role involves working with clients who have been supported to move into accommodation in the Private Rented Sector. The successful candidate must be able to work 4-5 days per week in Bedfordshire and visit clients at home. A full clean driving license and access to personal transport are essential. Key Responsibilities: Provide tenancy sustainment support by conducting periodic check-ins (e.g., at 3 and 6 months) with clients who have moved into Private Rented Sector accommodation. Encourage clients to self-manage their tenancies while remaining accessible for support. Check in with landlords and agents to review rent accounts, tenancy conduct, and clients' wellbeing. Qualifications – Essential and Desired Skills: GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. Relevant professional qualifications and...

Role: Leaving Care Personal Adviser Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Leaving Care Personal Adviser on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their People Team department. Main purpose of position: To provide a leaving care statutory service to young people not currently accommodated by the Council and to work with Accommodated children as negotiated and agreed with qualified workers. As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will be responsible to: To work with young people to undertake needs assessments and to create and review pathway plans as defined in the children (leaving care) Act 2000. This will ensure that their needs are identified and a plan put in place to meet them. To support young people making the transition to adulthood and fulfilling their potential in relation to social and educational opportunities. To maximise the potential of the young person potential in these areas. Effectively manage a caseload to ensure that all departmental and statutory...

Barnet | Locum | £38.50 per hour | Hybrid Working Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Long Term Team. This is a rewarding frontline role focused on supporting children and families through sustained intervention, safeguarding planning, and relationship-based practice to achieve positive long-term outcomes. You will manage a complex caseload of children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection, and court proceedings, while supporting less experienced colleagues and contributing to high standards of practice across the team. Working Pattern: 2–3 days per week in the office Hybrid working arrangement In this role, you will: Manage a complex long-term caseload of children and families Hold Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake care proceedings and court-related work where required Develop and review outcome-focused care and safeguarding plans Undertake statutory visits and direct work with children and families...

Tenancy Support Officer (New Builds) * Demonstrated experience of working with social tenants preferably with local authority but not essential * Ability to attend meetings, panels or case conferences and present difficult and complex cases * A working knowledge in understanding changes in legislation in housing and support services * Experience of working with a range of vulnerable tenants and families from under 18‘s to the older person living in their own homes. * Experience and knowledge of current welfare benefits and housing benefits * Experience of effective Casework Management, Referral Processing, Assessment, Support Planning, providing tenancy advice and recognising Risk * Ability to work intensively with tenants who require tailored support to settle into their tenancies and sustain them. * Ability to draft correspondence reports and collating and maintaining accurate statistics relating to the Tenancy Support work. * Problem solving skills and...