21 jobs found in Bridgwater

Cardiff Council Children's services are seeking to recruit a Family Support Worker to join their team. The role is hybrid working with a mixture of home working, visits in the community with service users and office based work. As such, there is a requirement for the successful candidate to be a car driver as you will still be providing face-to-face support to families where applicable. This is a full time position with an initial contract of 3 months with a view to this being extended on a rolling basis and offering a pay rate of £16.62 per hour.  Duties of the role: Carrying out supervised contact visits with young people and their families  Undertake initial assessment work with families  Carrying out emergency interventions and support visits to families  Holding a case load of families that you will work closely with alongside the assistance of the Social Worker The ideal candidate will have: Experience of working with young people and their families Full UK driving...

SW Locums need a number of Qualified Social Workers with at least3 years post qualifying agency social workers to join our CASP, CP, PLO and Court team in Cardiff. The team offer flexible, hybrid working hours. The team manager and principle social worker have both been in their roles for a number of years and offer a wide range of experience and skills, high levels of support, guidance and advice and the team comes with varying levels of experience both as qualified and unqualified. The team have a second PSW who case holds court cases but also provides additional support to the team and team manager. Training opportunities and monthly supervision will be provided to all agency staff. This is a highly passionate, committed and supportive team please apply if you feel suited. Successful Candidates will go into the Locality teams - workers must be Social Care Wales Registered. You must have hands on experience and knowledge of working within the Social Services and Well Being Act...

Job Title: Child protection Permanence Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary 3 months Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph 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. About the role The Permanence Team is looking for a Social Worker to join the team to contribute to working collaboratively with families and supporting children, who are looked after by the Local Authority with a Care Plan of adoption, to achieve permanence. Skilled Social Workers in this team keep children at the heart of all we do; building meaningful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers, to ensure we plan proactively and effectively for the future of every child. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after...

Dorset Special Constable (March – May 2026) Location: Forcewide - Dorset Contract Type: Special Constable Volunteer Hours per week: 4 (It is a mandatory requirement that a Special Constable will complete 16 hours a month on average a year, every year. This is 200 hours in total per year) Competency and Values Framework (CVF) Job Advert Description Special Constables are volunteer police officers who give their spare time to police their communities. This volunteer role gives you the chance to work alongside regular police officers and staff, bring your life skills and experiences and give something back to this beautiful part of the world. It's not all glamorous, but it is rewarding. You'll need to be able to give at least 16 hours of your time each month. Once trained, you will have the same powers as a regular police officer helping to protect and support the people who live in Dorset. We're looking for honest, respectful, selfless and motivated people who want to do something...

Social Worker - MASH Team Location: Torbay 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: up to £40 per hour, based on experience. TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker TEAM: MASH HOURS: This is a Full time role (36 hours per week) You will need to be flexible with regards to attending the office to take part in duty systems and will be expected to make visits to families. You will be required to complete statutory visits Social Worker Requirements - Proven experience in working with childrens services - Current enhanced DBS Disclosure - Eligibility to work in the UK without work permit or visa restrictions - Commitment to the safe care and well-being of vulnerable people Our locum Social Workers benefit from - Excellent Rates -...

Social Worker job for a Social Worker to join the Children Safeguarding Team in Devon. 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: Up to £40 per hour (dependent on experience) TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker TEAM: Safeguarding Team HOURS: 37 hours per week HYBRID: (part office / part remote) Key Responsibilities / Purpose: * Deliver high-quality, effective social work services to children, young people, and families in line with statutory requirements. * Complete robust assessments and deliver focused interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. * Promote integrated working with multi-agency partners in accordance with the priorities of the Safeguarding Children Partnership. * Contribute to...

LOCUM Social Worker (Adult Mental Health) job in South Devon. 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. HOULRY RATE: £26.50 (umbrella) TYPE: LOCUM TEAM: Mental Health / Adult Social Care HOURS: Full Time, Initial 12-week period, immediate start Job Overview: As an Agency Social Worker, you will be responsible for: * Carrying out assessments, care planning, and reviews in accordance with statutory requirements. * Providing person-centred support to service users with complex mental health or adult social care needs. * Liaising closely with multi-agency teams including healthcare professionals, safeguarding teams, and community services. * Maintaining accurate, timely, and detailed case records. * Participating...

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 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. Locum Social Worker Adult Social Care East Dorset (Ferndown) Job Title: Locum Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Locum Hours: 37 per week Job Overview We are seeking an Experienced Locum Social Worker to join our East Dorset Locality Team. This role involves working with adults in the community, managing complex cases, and delivering high‑quality strengths‑based assessments within a local authority setting. Key Responsibilities Complete strengths-based assessments and care planning Manage a complex caseload within adult social care Conduct community visits and home assessments Lead on Court of Protection work, including reports and...

About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Housing Officer to join a fast-paced, generic housing team. This is a varied, hands-on position suited to a confident professional who is comfortable managing their own caseload and dealing with a wide range of tenancy-related matters. This is a fully office and patch-based role, requiring regular on-site presence and direct engagement with residents. Key Responsibilities Tenancy Management * Manage a portfolio of tenancies, ensuring residents adhere to tenancy agreements * Carry out tenancy audits and routine property inspections * Respond to general tenancy enquiries and resolve issues effectively Income & Arrears Management * Monitor rent accounts and take appropriate action to address arrears * Support residents experiencing financial hardship and refer to support services where appropriate Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) * Investigate reports of ASB and manage cases through to resolution *...

SW Locums are looking for an experienced Social Worker to work in our Gloucester Safeguarding Team, where they will hold a caseload of children and provide an effective, evidence-based intervention with consideration of timeliness and impact. All Applicants must have right to work in the UK and have at least 3 years UK experience in a similar statutory setting. Social Work England registration is a Mandatory requirement for this role. The caseload for this team will be a mix of CIN, CP & CIC which includes some court work with a caseload of around 18. Our client is committed to ensuring we have a flexible workforce who can manage their work and home life and to do this, we would consider some home working where the role allows, together with flexible working where it meets the needs of the team as well as the children and families. The candidate will be provided with a laptop and smart phone to assist with this and the expectation is that the worker will be in the office 3 days...

Family Social Worker | Hampshire| Talent Valley Pay: Up to £38 per hour Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Family Social Worker to join their high-performing Children’s Services team. This is a premier opportunity to work within a local authority recognized for its innovation and commitment to professional excellence. Why Hampshire? * Outstanding Reputation: Work for a top-tier council with a proven track record of "Outstanding" service delivery. * Supportive Environment: Benefit from manageable caseloads, regular reflective supervision, and a culture that prioritizes staff wellbeing. * Career Development: Access industry-leading training and modern working arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. Requirements * Social Work England registration. * Proven experience in Children’s Services (Child Protection/CIN). * Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. Your Career, Supported by...

SW Locums are looking to fill a demand for a Social Worker required to work within a Team holding Child in Need, Child Protection and court work in Plymouth. Minimum of three days a week in the office. You must have Social Work England Registration, Right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS issued within the pas 12 months. This is a statutory role whose primary purpose is to safeguard children and young people who have either suffered or who are likely to be at risk of suffering significant harm as defined by the Children Act 1989. This role also encompasses other statutory duties and responsibilities of Children’s Social Care as defined by legislation and guidance. To identify the full range of risks to children and help manage those risks; ensure proportionate intervention, including securing and supporting alternative homes for children, including those in and beyond public care placed with family and friends and for adoption. Undertaking assessments of need and risk; planning...

Berry Recruitment are looking for Street Cleaners that drive, to work in and around public open spaces in Southampton. You will need to hold a full UK Driving License as you will be required to drive a 3.5t vehicle. Your duties will include sweeping and cleaning public areas, street cleaning, litter picking and emptying bins etc. You must be aware of hazards to yourself, your team and the public at all times. You must act in a professional manner as you are in the public eye at all times. Immediate start available, shift is 06.00-15.00 Monday-Friday. You will be based out of Mayfield Park Depot (SO19). If you are interested in this role please apply with your CV or call Berry Recruitment Southampton. Berry Recruitment employee benefits: 24 hour GP medical advice Discounts on high street stores, dining, family trips and many more Discounted health/travel insurance Discount from various gyms 24 hour personal help line for any support you may needPlease note that no...

Senior Social Worker (SSW) – Eastleigh & Winchester Location: Eastleigh & Winchester, Hampshire Pay Rate: Up to £42 per hour Contract: 3 Months Join one of Hampshire’s most picturesque districts in a senior capacity. This role is designed for a practitioner who thrives on mentoring others while maintaining high practice standards. Key Responsibilities: * Lead on complex assessments and strengths-based interventions for families. * Provide informal supervision and "buddy" support to newly qualified social workers (ASYEs). * Chair multi-agency meetings to coordinate comprehensive support packages. * Work at the "front door" of the Hub to identify risks and prevent escalation into statutory services. Why SW Locums? We are recognized as the best agency in the market due to our unparalleled payroll reliability and our "no-jargon" transparency. Our 15-year history ensures we have the strongest relationships with local authority managers....

Job Purpose: To deliver safeguarding training packages to a range of audiences incl: Hampshire Schools and Early Years settings Hampshire Passenger Assistants within School Transport Hampshire Wraparound, Out of School and other Childcare providersTo provide learning and development to meet the organisation's needs and to help ensure Hampshire County Council (HCC) has a skilled and motivated workforce. Main Responsibilities: Come and join our team and help us deliver Safeguarding training across Hampshire Due to increased demand for our service, our Learning and Development Team are recruiting casual employees to support in the delivery of this specific area of work As a casual Safeguarding Facilitator you will be delivering safeguarding training including Whole School Safeguarding, Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Safeguarding, Early Years Safeguarding and Passenger Assistance Safeguarding. You will require prior experience of safeguarding children and young people, for...

Splash Park Attendant - Seasonal (April to September) Location: Lee-on-the-Solent & Stokes Bay, Gosport Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Hourly Rate: £13.26 Wild Recruitment are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Splash Park Attendant to join our Client for the 2026 season. You'll be responsible for the day‑to‑day operation and upkeep of our two popular splash parks at Lee‑on‑the‑Solent and Stokes Bay. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining safe and welcoming public spaces, and is confident working independently. Key Responsibilities Opening and closing the splash parks each day Carrying out daily cleaning to ensure the parks remain clean, safe, and inviting Completing daily inspections to maintain health & safety compliance Performing routine pump‑room maintenance Monitoring water quality throughout the day Ensuring all water features are functioning correctly General grounds maintenance,...

Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team – Oxfordshire County Council 💷 £42 per hour | 📍 Witney (Oxfordshire) | 🕒 Hybrid Working We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team based in Witney, working with Oxfordshire County Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and skilled practitioner to take on a senior role within a well-structured safeguarding service, supporting children and families where risk is high and impactful intervention is critical. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team, you will work with children subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need plans, and care proceedings. You will play a key role in managing complex cases, supporting less experienced colleagues, and ensuring high-quality practice across the service. Based in Witney, this role offers a hybrid working model, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, reflective supervision, and consistent...

Senior Social Worker – Havant Location: Havant, Hampshire Council : Hampshire County Council Pay Rate: £42 per hour Contract: 3 Months Havant is a fast-paced environment where your senior expertise will make a massive difference. You will be working at the heart of the community to tackle high-need challenges. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of higher-complexity family support and safeguarding cases. * Act as a practice champion within the Hub, demonstrating excellent social work standards. * Lead on court work and pre-proceedings (Public Law Outline) when necessary. * Foster strong links with local voluntary organizations to leverage community assets for families. SW Locums – Market Leaders: Our longevity in the market since 2009 is a testament to our ethics. We offer the most competitive rates and 24/7 support for our locums. Referral Bonus: Know someone looking? Refer them for a £500 reward upon successful placement

Our client,Reading Council is looking for a Case Manager/Court Progression Manager to join their team We are looking for a qualified social worker to work as a Locum Case Manager, sometimes knows as a Court Progression Manager to join the Joint Legal Team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will: Be a key point of contact between social workers, team managers, and Assistant Directors of Children's Services and Provide tracking, oversight, and guidance to drive cases in pre-proceedings and in court proceedings forward and Support social work teams to comply with court timescales. Drive improvement through quality assuring, monitoring, measuring and tracking progression of court proceedings.You will have substantial experience of working within the family justice, including direct involvement in care proceedings and complex child protection matters. You will be confident in analysing case progression, identifying causes of delay, and escalating concerns where...

Senior Social Worker: Family Hub Specialist (Non-Caseholding) Location: Rushmoor District, Hampshire Pay Rate: Up to £42 per hour Client: Hampshire County Council Hampshire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Family Hub team within the Rushmoor district. This is a rare and sought-after non-caseholding position, offering a unique opportunity to influence practice and service delivery without the pressures of a traditional caseload. The Role and Impact In this specialist capacity, you will act as a consultant and lead professional within the Family Hub. Your focus will be on providing expert guidance, mentoring staff, and ensuring that families receive the right support at the right time. Key Responsibilities: * Providing high-level clinical consultation and advice to the Family Hub team. * Supporting the development of early intervention strategies and community-based support. * Mentoring junior staff and...