26 jobs found in Braintree

Programme Manager – Local Government Reorganisation 1-2 days onsite in Chelsmford, 3-4 days work from home per week. Contract – up to 6 months £649.00 per day Umbrella – outside IR35 Full time The role Working on a programme of this scale demands exceptional skills, strong strategic and operational thinking, along with exceptional programme delivery, planning, reporting and confident leadership. The ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, and the resilience to deliver clarity and momentum in an evolving landscape. You will need to bring sharp analytical capability, excellent communication, political awareness, and the adaptability to operate in a fast‑moving, high‑profile environment. Duties and responsibilties Works collaboratively with service areas and partners supporting the development of compelling business cases. Builds effective stakeholder and partner relationships at senior level, which are influential and elicit support at senior level. Accountable...

Family Help Practitioner Contract: Initial 3-month contract Hours: 35 hours per week Pay Rate: £26.60 per hour (Umbrella) / £21.28 per hour (PAYE exclusive) About the Role Enfield Council is seeking a dedicated and proactive Family Help Practitioner to join their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding children and supporting families through effective multi-agency collaboration. Key Responsibilities Gather comprehensive information as part of MASH enquiries to identify risks, protective factors, and safeguarding concerns in collaboration with Social Workers, Advanced Social Work Practitioners, and Team Managers. Provide timely and appropriate feedback to referrers, including partner agencies, organisations, and members of the public, where no further action is required. Ensure all information sharing complies with GDPR and Working Together 2023 guidelines. Offer advice and guidance to professionals regarding...

A North London Council requires an additional Tree Officer to join its existing, busy team of arboriculture officers. The department is responsible for the management and inspection of the Council's tree stock and as such the role encompasses a broad range of duties including; tree inspections, specifying remedial works, instructing contractors and monitoring works, updating the in house tree database and dealing with the public and other stake holder enquiries. Suitable candidates should be educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in Arboriculture, be a good communicator and ideally have industry experience surveying trees. In return a PAYE rate of £23.45 is offered plus 28 days holiday (including banks). This is a temporary role which may become permanent after a probationary period

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Social Work Team Manager - Assessment & Safeguarding Team Specialism: Assessment & Safeguarding Location: Haringey (UK) Salary: £38.36 hourly Type: Ongoing (Full-time or Part-time) This opportunity offers both full-time and part-time options, fitting perfectly into your lifestyle while allowing you to make a real difference in the community. This is a thrilling opportunity for a seasoned social work professional to lead and inspire a dedicated team in Haringey. Working as a locum offers unique benefits, including flexible working conditions and exposure to diverse work environments, enhancing your professional growth. As a Social Work Team Manager in Haringey, you'll be at the forefront of a vibrant community, driving positive change. Perks and benefits: Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility to choose a schedule that accommodates your work-life balance. Competitive hourly rate: Reflecting the value...

Senior Social Worker - Family Help Service London Borough of Hackney Temporary Role | Up to £39.04 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Hackney Connect2Socialwork is proudly working in partnership with the London Borough of Hackney to recruit experienced Senior Social Workers for its newly established Family Help Service. Hackney Children's Social Care is entering an exciting period of transformation, redesigning services to strengthen continuity, relationships and outcomes for children and families. As part of this change, the Assessment & Planning and Child Protection services have merged to form neighbourhood-based Family Help Teams across Hackney. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within the Family Help Service, you will provide end-to-end, relationship-based social work, supporting families from allocation through to case closure. You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, including: Children and Family Assessments Children in Need (CIN) planning and...

Senior Social Worker - Family Help Service London Borough of Hackney £39.04 per hour Umbrella Hackney Children's Social Care is entering an exciting new phase, and we are looking for experienced and passionate Senior Social Workers to join our newly formed Family Help Service. Our services are being redesigned to provide continuity, stronger relationships, and better outcomes for children and families. Our Assessment & Planning and Child Protection teams are coming together to form the Family Help Service, delivered across four neighbourhood-based teams in Hackney. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker in the Family Help Service, you will work with families from allocation through to case closure, offering consistent, relationship-based social work. You will hold a diverse and meaningful caseload, including: Children and Family Assessments Children in Need (CIN) planning and interventions Child Protection work Public Law Outline (PLO) and court proceedingsThis role...

About the role Suffolk Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Social Care Team in Stowmarket. This role involves working with children and families across a range of statutory functions, managing complex cases and contributing to high‑quality, child‑focused practice. Service Areas: Child in Need · Looked After Children · Child Assessment · Support & Prevention Key Responsibilities Manage a complex social work caseload, currently averaging 40 cases Make and implement autonomous professional decisions on cases involving high levels of complexity, risk, and uncertainty, with managerial oversight where required Plan and deliver targeted interventions to meet identified needs and reduce risk for children and families Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support, services, and resources Lead and carry out Section 47 (child protection) investigations, ensuring thorough and timely enquiries where significant harm is suspectedSkills Proven...

Job Title: Bid & Framework Administrator Location: Blackfriars (on-site x3 days per week) Salary/Rate: £200 per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 6 month contract Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Bid & Framework Administrator to join their team in Blackfriars on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Working as part of the EMEA Sales team across all practices of our client. You'll play a key role in connecting their sales team to exciting new opportunities, acting as the primary point of contact for all Government frameworks, CCS & non-CCS for the UK&I Sales function. You'll be the friendly, organised hub for all things related to our frameworks. Your day-to-day will involve managing and overseeing all opportunities and communications coming in through their online platforms and client contacts. This means...

Park Keeper Location: Camden Hourly Rate: £13.85 Contract type: Temp to Perm Hours - 37.5 HPW. You will work various shift patterns to cover the clients needs - Shifts will vary between 07:30 - 20:00. Typical Shift patterns, Week 1, 07:30 - 14:00 6 days per week. Week 2, 12:00 - 2000, 5 days per week. Manpower are recruiting on behalf of our national client for Park Keepers in the Camden area. Within this role you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of local parks, providing a friendly presence to park users, and carrying out various grounds maintenance and horticultural tasks. You will also play a key role in ensuring the safety and well-being of park visitors through proper maintenance and regular site inspections and ensuring that the parks remain well-maintained and enjoyable for all visitors. Key Responsibilities: Unlock and secure designated parks at prescribed times, carrying out visual inspections and reporting any defects. Perform...

Social Worker, Team Manager – Children’s Assessment Team in North London. Supply Care Solutions are a market-leading Medical, Social Care and Education recruitment consultancy, we offer a range of accredited services across the public sector, providing highly skilled, compliant professionals in all grades and specialties, including short, long term and permanent positions. RATE: £43.72 per hour (Umbrella) TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker TEAM: Children’s Assessment Team HOURS: Full time role Location: Hybrid Working (2 days per week office based) This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with a strong background in frontline safeguarding and assessment services. As Team Manager, you will oversee a team of social workers undertaking timely and high-quality assessments for children and families. You will provide strong leadership, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and drive performance to achieve positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities • Lead,...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Social Worker - Family Support/Child Protection Team Specialism: Family Support/Child Protection Location: London, UK Salary: £38.50 hourly Type: Ongoing (Full-time or Part-time) This ongoing role presents a thrilling opportunity for a social worker keen to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, all while enjoying the flexibility of full-time or part-time locum work. London, the vibrant capital, offers an incredible backdrop to such vital work. Perks and benefits: Flexible hours: Provides adaptable working patterns to suit your lifestyle and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Diverse experience: Gain exposure to different communities, enhancing your professional growth. Competitive hourly rate: Earn a strong rate that reflects your expertise and contribution. Full-time or part-time options: Choose a working arrangement that fits your needs. Meaningful impact: Make a direct and positive...

Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

Central Recruitment is working with a London-based charity that is dedicated to creating positive change by providing support to individuals on their journey towards independence. Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Worker, to work in the Stockwell area at a service which provides support to various client groups including young people with a background of homelessness, challenging behaviour and teenage parents. * 37.5 hours per week * Monday – Sunday on a rota basis * Shifts: Early (07:00 - 15:00) and Late (15:00-22:00) * Temporary: approx. 1-3 months * £16.90 per hour (£15.08 per hour, with £1.82 holiday pay) This is a fantastic opportunity to support vulnerable young people on their path to independence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: In this position, you will be expected to; - Hold a caseload of 10 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed Support Plans - Mentor and coach customers using an asset-based approach to...

Mental Health Social Worker   Westminster City Council are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Mental Health Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a well-structured and organised team. As well as joining an inclusive workplace our client also offers flexible working arrangements, excellent support within the team and an empowering work environment. This Mental Health Social Worker role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Rate dependent on experience. Mental Health Social Worker responsibilities include: Complete assessments under the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Formulate risk assessments around harm to self or others Working with Vulnerable Adults with Mental Health Care management Report writing and assessment Carrying a caseload of service users Managing complex cases Liaising with other professional bodies whilst working within the Mental Health...

Main purpose of position: Effective management of the day to day operations and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service in Luton to achieve best outcomes for children, young people,families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Offer supervision and support to staff based within the Service and ensure the work of Service is carried out in accordance with legal requirements, local policies, national standards and best professional practice. As a Practice manager you will be responsible to: Effectively manage the day to day operations and delivery services in Lutonto achieve best outcomes for children, young people, families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Provide caseload management and individual practice support to staff acrossthe service in line with professional standards to ensure effective management oversight of high risk cases is in place with regard to risk of serious harm and vulnerability. Lead in the provision of...

Practice Manager - Youth Justice Temporary | Up to £45.48 per hour Location: Luton Department: Youth Partnership Service Connect2Socialwork is recruiting an experienced Practice Manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children, Families & Education directorate. This is a key leadership role within the Youth Partnership Service, focused on delivering high-quality, safe and effective services that achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, families and victims, while protecting the public from serious harm. About the Role As Practice Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service. You will provide professional supervision, oversight and support to staff, ensuring practice is compliant with legislation, local procedures, national standards and best practice. You will play a vital role in driving quality, managing risk and supporting continuous improvement within a...

NEW ROLE - DESIGNATED SOCIAL CARE OFFICER (SEND) 🚨 📍 Luton | Via Connect2Luton 💰 £45+ per hour | 🏡 Hybrid Working This role is all about driving strategy, improving services, and leading social care practice for children and young people with disabilities. You'll be working across partnerships (including health and education) to shape how services are delivered across Luton. ✨ What makes this role stand out? * Strategic leadership across SEND services * Influence real change and improve outcomes * Work closely with DfE, NHS & key partners * Strong focus on collaboration & innovation * Flexible hybrid working This is ideal for someone with strong post-qualifying experience, leadership skills, and a real passion for improving outcomes for children and families. This is a senior management post and will sit within the structure for the Children, Families and Education Directorate. This is an area of rapid change, and all services are required to respond to new government...

Role: Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment Department: CHILDREN & LEARNING Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their CHILDREN & LEARNING department. Main purpose of position: The Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment will support the Team Manager to provide high quality of Social Work practice to vulnerable/at risk children and families and ensure effective practice management. As a Senior Practitioner - Kinship Assessment you will be responsible to: Carry a caseload of complex cases requiring a high level of professional skill, providing assessment, care management and other social work services relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable/at risk children and families. Require and maintain unallocated cases. Under the direction of the Team Manager, using professional skills and experience to provide practice management to team members to ensure compliance with national...

This role is to lead on the development of the Marmot Coastal Region in Kent with the view to reduce health inequalities by addressing the underlying social determinants of health. As Project Lead you will:- Act as the main point of contact for the Marmot Coastal Region project in Kent and liaise between internal and external partnersThe main duties are:- Frequent travel in and outside of Kent for in-person meetings and site visits. Act as the main lead for Kent in the UK Health Equity network. Support the coordination of the steering committee for the project. Provide frequent verbal and written updates on the project Lead on the communication of key outputs and achievements as part of the project. Support the identification of data sources, evidence, relevant projects, services, and partners with relevance to the project. Work with local partners including schools, higher education, universities, employers, voluntary sector organisations, as well as government and NHS...