82 jobs found in Bristol

Programme Manager – Local Government Transformation Salary: £53,937 – £57,844 (DOE) Location: Midlands (with flexible/hybrid working) Contract: Full‑time or part‑time roles available A Council in the Midlands is embarking on a major, once‑in‑a‑generation transformation, creating a unique opportunity to help design and deliver a new model of local government that works better for residents, communities and partners. We are seeking experienced and driven Programme Managers to play a pivotal role in shaping this future. You will lead one or more high‑profile programmes that will redesign services, embed new ways of working, deliver cultural change and realise meaningful benefits at scale. About the Role As a Programme Manager, you will: * Lead complex transformation programmes from initiation to delivery and benefits realisation. * Oversee multiple projects, providing strong programme leadership, governance and assurance. * Manage interdependencies, risks, issues and...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an opportunity to truly transform lives? Look no further! At Sanctuary Personnel, we understand the immense impact you can make, and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews, we believe in the power of personal connections. We are seeking Social Workers with UK experience to join our team and embark on a fulfilling journey with us. Let's connect and explore the incredible possibilities that lie ahead for you. Location: Bristol Team/Specialism: Senior Practitioner - Safeguarding Team Pay Rate: £35 per hour (assignment rate) Contract: Locum, 3-Months Hours: Full-time  Why work with us? Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you....

Social Worker in Children Services – Contract Position Are you a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker with experience in Children Services? We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker in Children Services to join a reputable Family Support Team on a 13-week contract basis. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and possess the necessary skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. About the Role: Social Worker in Children Services As a Social Worker in Children Services, your primary role will involve working within the Family Support Team, supporting children and families facing complex challenges. You will be responsible for child protection, court work, and providing vital support to vulnerable children. The role requires a flexible approach, including visiting families in their homes and attending court proceedings. This position offers hybrid working arrangements, with some visits and onsite work on non-office days. Candidate...

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse? * Job Title: Deputy Manager - Domestic Abuse Refuge * Location: Covering Torfaen and Newport * Salary: £29,580 - £30,090 per annum, dependent on experience and successful probation completion Job Description: Our client, a leading specialist provider of trauma-informed support services, is seeking a dedicated Deputy Manager to join their team in Torfaen and Newport. This full-time, permanent role offers a rewarding opportunity to help create safe, compassionate environments for those in need. Key Responsibilities: * Assist in managing the delivery of trauma-informed support to adults and children in refuge settings, emphasising empathy, respect, and safety. * Contribute to a refuge environment grounded in compassion, equity, and integrity, ensuring all individuals feel heard, safe, and supported. * Manage safeguarding practices in compliance...

Principal Social Worker - Court Work Pay rate in line with the All Wales Pledge - £41.58 Umbrella / £33 PAYE City of Cardiff Council Cardiff Council is seeking an experienced Principal Social Worker to join one of our Locality Teams, with a primary focus on Court Work and staff supervision. You will hold a small, complex caseload (approximately 10–11 children across 4–5 families) subject to care proceedings and be responsible for all aspects of case management, including statutory visiting, care planning, reviews, and court work. You will complete high-quality, evidence-based assessments to support decision-making around children remaining at home or returning to parental care, with a strong understanding of risk, protective factors, trauma, and children’s timescales. You will have substantial experience working within care proceedings, using the DOH Framework for Assessment and applying the principles of the NSPCC Reunification Framework. You will demonstrate excellent...

Description Our local government clients in Cardiff, Wales, are recruiting for a Control Centre Operator. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills in emergency response and customer service, with potential for extension or progression within the local government sector based on performance and organisational needs. Responsibility To deliver services to customers across various areas, including handling welfare calls from vulnerable or elderly customers, and to work closely with colleagues within the Control Centre and other service teams, fostering a sense of teamwork and shared purpose to ensure the highest levels of call resolution and customer satisfaction. Qualification – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. Relevant qualification, or demonstrable experience in a similar role Advanced – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), social media and CRM. Criteria to be Evaluated at the Shortlisting Stage - About You:...

Ffermio Bro Project Officer Location: Brecon Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract- 31st March 2028 Hours: 37 Hours per week Closing Date: 27 February 2026 National Parks were designated in order to protect beautiful areas for the benefit of the nation. They came about as a result of the 1949 National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act, which put a legislative framework in place for the establishment of National Parks in England and Wales. Job Purpose: Like similar roles in Wales’s other Designated Landscapes, the Ffermio Bro Project Officer will work alongside the current Ffermio Bro Project Officer. They will administer and coordinate the projects, engagement and advice, ensuring that farmers and other landowners can access the right funding, supporting them through the application process and monitoring delivery of activities. The post holder will be supported by other colleagues as required. Designed to encourage and facilitate collaboration...

Join us as a Child Protection Social Worker and be part of our new way of working with families within the child protection space working in Weymouth region Here in Dorset, we've been recognised for our fantastic work with children, young people, and families, by being selected as one of only three initial Families First for Children's Pathfinder sites nationally. This fantastic opportunity comes with central government grant funding and support which recognises the scale and ambition of the work we need to carry out. Our teams are testing and influencing this innovative new direction for social care ahead of a nationwide rollout. We are ensuring that families are co-designing plans with our Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (QARO) colleagues supporting in an independent capacity, taking time to discuss processes, explaining jargon and maintaining contact with families. As a Child Protection Social Worker you'll chair an updated child protection conference, centred around...

Social Worker – Looked After Children Swansea Council Pay rate: £30.50 per hour (PAYE) exclusive of holiday pay £38.43 per hour (Umbrella) inclusive of holiday payLocation: Swansea Contract: Agency / Temporary Working pattern: Full time The Role Swansea Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Looked After Children (LAC) Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive local authority, helping to improve outcomes for children and young people in care through high-quality, relationship-based practice. You will work directly with children, young people, families, carers, and partner agencies to assess needs, manage risk, and deliver effective care and wellbeing plans in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014. Key Responsibilities Work with individuals, families, groups, and communities to assess needs and circumstances Plan, implement, review, and evaluate social work interventions Manage a caseload of Looked After...

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council Social Worker – Court and PLO Team Pay Rate: £38 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Locum About the Role Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Court and PLO Team. This role focuses on managing cases within care proceedings and pre-proceedings, requiring strong analytical skills, confident court work, and effective multi-agency collaboration. You will work closely with legal services, families, and partner agencies to ensure robust evidence-based decision-making and timely progression of cases through the court process. Key Responsibilities Manage cases within Public Law Outline (PLO) and care proceedings. Prepare high-quality statements, assessments, and care plans for court. Undertake direct work with children and families as part of court-directed planning. Work collaboratively with legal services, guardians, and partner agencies. Attend court...

Connect2SocialWork are currently recruiting for a Social Worker for the Family Help Hub Team in Hampshire. You must be registered with Social Work England to apply for this role. Role Details Rate of Pay: £42ph About the Role Hampshire's Family Help Teams coordinate early help support across the county, ensuring families receive timely, appropriate services through a multi-agency approach. These teams are central to Hampshire's commitment to early intervention and improving long-term outcomes for children. You will join a well-structured, supportive service with a strong culture of reflective practice, manageable caseloads, and excellent professional development pathways. Requirements Registration with Social Work England Previous experience working as a Social Worker within a frontline children's safeguarding team Strong assessment, report‑writing and risk‑management skills Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments and meet court‑ordered deadlines Knowledge of...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a National Policing Insight Analyst! to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force Are you passionate about making a difference in public service? Do you have a knack for analysis and a keen interest in tackling modern slavery? Our client is looking for a dedicated National Policing Insight Analyst to contribute to the UK's first analytical strategy in response to the Modern Slavery Threat. This is a temporary full-time position working Monday to Friday 37 hour per week, this a predominately a working from home role with travel, the hourly rate is £19.78 per hour and an has an end date of around June 2026. **Please note this role is subject to Police Vetting you will need to have resided within the UK for a minimum of 5 Years** What You'll Do: As a key member of a national team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering evidence-based insights to the Police Service. Your responsibilities will include: Performance Analysis: Build...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a National Policing Insight Analyst! to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force Are you passionate about making a difference in public service? Do you have a knack for analysis and a keen interest in tackling modern slavery? Our client is looking for a dedicated National Policing Insight Analyst to contribute to the UK's first analytical strategy in response to the Modern Slavery Threat. This is a temporary full-time position working Monday to Friday 37 hour per week, this a predominately a working from home role with travel, the hourly rate is £19.78 per hour and an has an end date of around June 2026. **Please not this role is subject to Police Vetting you will need to have resided within the UK for a minimum of 5 Years** What You'll Do: As a key member of a national team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering evidence-based insights to the Police Service. Your responsibilities will include: Performance Analysis: Build...

Lead Practice & Shape Outcomes - Advanced Social Worker (Children's Services) North & Mid Team | 37 hours per week Up to £42 per hour (Dependent on Experience) Two Positions Available We are seeking experienced and highly skilled Advanced Social Workers to join the North & Mid Children's Services Team. This is an excellent opportunity for practitioners who are ready to take on a senior practice role, influence service delivery, and support high-quality outcomes for children and adolescents. This role is ideal for a confident professional who enjoys combining complex casework with leadership, mentoring, and practice development. About the Role As an Advanced Social Worker, you will work closely with the Team Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the service while maintaining a strong focus on high standards of practice. You will hold a reduced but complex caseload, allowing you to complete in-depth assessments, support robust decision-making, and...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for Recovery Workers who have experience of working with a Criminal Justice caseload in the Reading area. The role that we currently have available is working within a CJ/Substance misuse charity, in the Reading area. The position will include a caseload of no more than 45 clients, whom of which have Criminal Justice backgrounds. You will be required to carry out duty tasks and assessments, also working with prison releases, court orders, police etc Initially the role is 1 to 2 months, working full time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, but is expected to extend past this initial period.. We also have other various Substance Misuse/Criminal Justice roles in the area. Please contact Daniel Baker at Belmont Recruitment for more information or apply. Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Free compliance (DBS, training etc.) * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. *...

Job details: Responsible for the leadership and management of a Disabled Children social work team, ensuring that social care services to children, young people with disabilities, and their families and carers receive responsive services that safeguard and promote their welfare. Work actively to promote and contribute to the strategic developments for children and their families to enhance Children friendly Dudley approaches within a Restorative Practice framework. Promote a culture of strong partnership working across all disciplines, internal and external partners, and stakeholders, at operational levels, to deliver integrated support and key strategies for disabled children and young people, their families and carers. Ensure the Integration of social care into SEND education, health and care plans (EHCPs), and contribute to the coordination of annual EHCP reviews alongside relevant social care reviews and processes. Support co-production to ensure the service is responsive and...

Locum Social Worker – Court & Exploitation Experience (Dudley Adolescent Safeguarding Service) EUROPEANBIZ HEALTHCARE is recruiting on behalf of Dudley’s Adolescent Safeguarding Service, a specialist team working with teenagers facing complex risks including exploitation, trauma, and disrupted relationships. The service is led by Longina and Michelle and offers a collaborative, values-driven environment for experienced social workers who want to make a real impact. What the Client Offers Dudley’s Adolescent Safeguarding Service is built around strong partnership working and supportive leadership. Locums joining the team can expect: * Multi-agency collaboration, working alongside youth workers and police colleagues * Relationship-based and restorative approaches, using trauma-informed and strengths-based practice * A service ethos rooted in Ubuntu (“I am because we are”), focusing on connection, empathy and shared humanity in safeguarding work * Supportive,...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioners to join Dudley Children’s Services within the Centre for Professional Practice. The role focuses on supporting Newly Qualified Social Workers (ASYE) by sitting alongside them in teams, modelling good practice, and providing group supervision and one-to-one development support. You will play a key role in improving practice quality and outcomes for children and families within Dudley’s Family Safeguarding model. Requirements: * Qualified Social Worker with significant post-qualifying experience * Experience supporting and developing social workers * Practice Educator experience desirable * Strong safeguarding and children’s social care knowledge What’s on offer: * Supportive, collaborative working environment * Opportunities to influence practice and workforce development * Chance to make a real difference to children and families...

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience. We are currently recruiting for an ex-police officer to work as a Investigator on a full-time contract in central Birmingham. This role will require working Wednesday, Thursday and Friday OR Thursday and Friday per week. The role is paying £19.19 per hour (PAYE) Job profile: As a part of the Professional Standards Department, you must be able to carry out enquiries at the direction of a DS/Police Staff Supervisor. Main Responsibilities: · Conducting enquiries proportionate to the allegation or potential impact on the organisation, with focus on timeliness and contact. · In line with the Police (Conduct) Regulations 2020 and Police (Complaints and Misconduct) Regulations 2020, identify opportunities for prevention, reflection...

Senior Social Worker  Are you a dedicated social worker with a passion for court work and long-term permanency planning? Birmingham Children's Trust is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for experienced Senior Social Workers (SSW) to join our team as we celebrate our GOOD Ofsted status. This is an excellent chance to make a real difference in children's lives while working within a supportive and stable environment. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker (SSW), you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality support to vulnerable children and their families. You will be responsible for managing complex cases, providing expert advice, and contributing to long-term planning for children's care and permanency. Working within our dedicated team, you will have the chance to develop your skills further and progress your career in a highly regarded Local Authority. Candidate Responsibilities and Requirements Manage a diverse caseload involving court proceedings...