49 jobs found in Burton upon Trent

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Locum Children’s Social Worker Child Protection / Safeguarding Team Warwickshire County Council £33.30 per hour (in line with the West Midlands Memorandum of Understanding) Warwickshire County Council are seeking experienced and dedicated Locum Children’s Social Workers to join the Child Protection and Safeguarding Teams. They are committed to delivering high-quality services that put children, young people and families at the heart of everything they do and they require a locum to help the team at this critical time of young people going back to school. Manage a caseload of children subject to child protection plans, children in need and those who are looked after. Undertake assessments and statutory visits in line with national and local safeguarding procedures. Develop and implement robust care plans in partnership with children, families and multi-agency professionals. Prepare high-quality reports and present evidence in court proceedings where required. Contribute to child...

Social Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism Team Leicestershire County Council Up to £32 per hour Are you an experienced, committed, and passionate Registered Social Worker looking to make a significant, positive difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism? Leicestershire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our dedicated Learning Disabilities and Autism Team. We champion a person-centred, strengths-based approach to social care, focusing on enabling citizens to live independent and fulfilling lives within their communities. Key Responsibilities As a Social Worker in our team, you will ensure high-quality, outcome-based responses to all eligible citizens, with duties including: * Assessment and Planning: Providing appropriate responses or referrals within required timescales, adhering to organisational, policy, and legislative requirements, including the Care Act 2014 and eligibility guidelines. This...

Responsible for handling and resolving reports of anti-social behaviour across housing schemes in the East Midlands. Key duties include collecting evidence, speaking with residents, preparing case documentation, and issuing warnings or agreements where appropriate. You’ll also work closely with the police, partner agencies, and legal teams to ensure effective case progression. The role focuses on achieving timely resolutions, supporting resident safety, and maintaining well-managed communities. Regular site visits, accurate record-keeping, and strong communication skills are essential

Position: Social Worker Team: Duty and Assessment Contract: Locum Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour Location: Loxley House, Nottingham Working Pattern: Hybrid working – duty week every 1 in 4  Nottingham City Council’s Duty and Assessment Service currently has multiple vacancies for experienced Children’s Social Workers. Sheldon Phillips are supporting the authority to bring additional capacity into a fast-paced frontline service that manages new referrals, undertakes timely assessments, and works closely with partner agencies to ensure children are safeguarded. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team with a hybrid working pattern and defined duty rota. What You Can Expect: Several roles available within a stable and well-structured Duty and Assessment service Hybrid working arrangement with office attendance required during the 1-in-4 duty week A collaborative and supportive team environment with regular supervision Offices based at...

Join Us as a Telephone Interviewer! Flexible Evening Hours! Are you a fantastic communicator with a passion for making a difference in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a leading public service organisation, is on the lookout for a dedicated Telephone Interviewer to assist in gathering valuable public feedback for Leicestershire Police. Your efforts will help drive significant service improvements and enhance community engagement. Key Details: Position: Telephone Interviewer Location: Leicestershire Police Force HQ, Enderby Hours: 12 hours per week (Flexible evening shifts from 6pm to 9pm, Monday to Thursday) Hourly Rate: £13.8 For this position and due to the nature of the calls you will be handling you must be over the age of 18. What You'll Do: As a Telephone Interviewer, you will: Conduct friendly, structured telephone interviews with members of the public. Listen attentively, ask insightful questions, and accurately record...

Join Us as a Telephone Interviewer! Flexible Evening Hours! Are you a fantastic communicator with a passion for making a difference in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a leading public service organisation, is on the lookout for a dedicated Telephone Interviewer to assist in gathering valuable public feedback for Leicestershire Police. Your efforts will help drive significant service improvements and enhance community engagement. Key Details: Position: Telephone Interviewer Location: Leicestershire Police Force HQ, Enderby Hours: 12 hours per week (Flexible evening shifts from 6pm to 9pm, Monday to Thursday) Hourly Rate: £12.55 For this position and due to the nature of the calls you will be handling you must be over the age of 18. What You'll Do: As a Telephone Interviewer, you will: Conduct friendly, structured telephone interviews with members of the public. Listen attentively, ask insightful questions, and accurately record...

Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker Leicester City Council Up to £36 per hour Leicester City Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Looked After Children (LAC) service. This is a vital role focused on achieving stability and permanency for our most vulnerable children and young people. You will be joining a supportive team where relationships matter—both with the families we serve and the colleagues we work alongside. Key Responsibilities This team is specifically focused on the long-term journey of the child. Your day-to-day priorities will include: * Progression of Care Plans: Managing the plans for children and young people with a goal of remaining in care. * Permanency Planning: proactive consideration and actioning of discharge of care orders and Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs) where appropriate. * Court Work: Expertly handling court proceedings; candidates must have confidence and prior experience in this area. What...

Social Worker – Children in Need (CIN) Team Leicester City Council Up to £38 per hour Are you an experienced and resilient Social Worker with a strong background in safeguarding? Join the Children in Need (CIN) Team at Leicester City Council and help us deliver timely, effective support to children and families in our vibrant city. The Role The CIN Team focuses on supporting children whose needs are assessed under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989. However, the most pressured area of our work requires candidates with robust experience in high-risk safeguarding. Key responsibilities * Managing a complex caseload of approximately 20 children and families, focusing on assessing, planning, and reviewing support to improve outcomes. * Leading on Child Protection (CP) cases and Section 47 investigations, demonstrating expert risk analysis and management skills. * Undertaking court work, including preparing high-quality statements, care plans, and attending court as a...

Job Title: Experienced Social Workers, Childrens Safeguarding Team Location: West Midlands Rate: £38 Contract: Temporary, 6 months Candidates will require 3 years Perm experience with an English Local Authority What will your responsibilities be? You will manage a diverse caseload of children, addressing Child Protection, Child in Need, and occasionally, Children within Proceedings. The level of involvement in proceedings can be discussed. Your responsibilities will include attending Section 47 enquiries, completing Single Assessments, Risk Assessments, and Parenting Assessments. You will collaborate with various professionals and agencies, such as the Police and Education Services, to meet the needs of children, young people, and their families. Additionally, you will undertake work under the Public Law Outline (PLO) and prepare comprehensive Court reports and assessments. Benefits of the role: Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities Manageable caseload Excellent rate of pay...

The current social work climate is making agency workers question their current role, and I don’t blame them. There has been huge pressures on the sector over the last couple of years to meet the demands of high caseloads and complex work since COVID making you guys want to throw in the towel, and again I don’t blame you, and that’s why Leaders in Care want to help Social Workers with a different approach to agency work will meet your desired needs. How can we help? Communication between you and the council is so important and Leaders in Care value this massively. So our direct contact with councils means that the level of information that you may require will differ than most agencies, giving you a real insight into the performance and structure of various selective councils. If you have a problem with Childcare/ School runs, not a problem, the relationships built from working directly with the councils will give us more room to help your needs. Alongside this, working with...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Your new company We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join our Separated Children & Young People Team, supporting vulnerable children and young people who arrive in the UK without a parent or guardian or are transferred under the National Transfer Scheme (NTS). These children become Looked After Children (LAC) under Section 20 of the Children Act 1989, requiring comprehensive care planning and safeguarding. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Deliver a high-quality social work service that promotes welfare and life chances for separated children and young people. Undertake assessments in line with the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families. Develop and implement action plans using Signs of Safety, in partnership with children, families, and agencies. Carry out statutory duties, including reviews, reports for panels, child protection conferences, and courts. Maintain accurate manual and computer-based records in line with policy....

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Locum Children’s MASH Social Worker Warwickshire County Council Warwickshire County Council are seeking an experienced Children’s MASH Social Worker to join their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub on a locum basis. This is a vital frontline role within the service requiring strong assessment and screening skills to make informed decisions that safeguard children and young people. You will be working alongside partner agencies including police, health and education professionals to ensure timely and proportionate responses to safeguarding concerns. Key Responsibilities: Undertake screening and triage of new referrals into Children’s Services. Complete robust evidence-based assessments to inform decision-making. Liaise with multi-agency partners to gather and analyse relevant information. Apply professional judgement to determine thresholds for intervention. Contribute to ensuring children are safeguarded through timely and appropriate responses.Requirements: Qualified Social Worker...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Probation Services Officer to join the Probation Service in Crewe on an initial 3-month contract, with the strong possibility of extension. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of offenders, carrying out risk assessments and sentence planning. Deliver one-to-one and group interventions aimed at reducing reoffending. Liaise effectively with partner agencies, including police, courts, and social services. Prepare and present reports to courts and parole boards when required. Ensure accurate recording of all case management activity in line with national standards. Requirements: Experience working as a Probation Services Officer within the Probation Service. Sound understanding of risk management and safeguarding procedures. Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills. Enhanced DBS and/or prison clearance is desirable. Contract Details: £22.00 per hour (umbrella) 3-month contract, with...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

We are seeking an Interim Head of Business Partnering & ER to lead and manage key human resources functions, focusing on employee relations and strategic business partnering. This temporary role requires expertise in the public sector to support organisational goals effectively. Client Details The organisation is a medium-sized entity operating within the public sector, dedicated to maintaining a professional and structured environment. It plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance and support for its stakeholders. Description Lead the business partnering team to deliver strategic HR solutions aligned with organisational objectives. Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring best practices are upheld. Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with public sector standards. Collaborate with senior management to align HR strategies with broader organisational goals. Oversee case management processes, ensuring timely and effective...

Adult Social Worker Stockport Council – Bridgehall Community Team Up to £30ph Stockport Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Adult Social Worker to join our dedicated community team based at Bridgehall Community Centre. This is a vital full-time, community-based position where you will be an integral part of our ‘One Stockport’ approach, promoting independence, choice, and a ‘gloriously ordinary life’ for the adults we support. Key Responsibilities As a Neighbourhood Social Worker, your key duties will include: * Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Leading on complex safeguarding inquiries, risk assessment, and protection plans. * Care Act Assessments: Conducting thorough and timely needs assessments under the Care Act 2014, focusing on strengths and assets. * Support Planning: Co-producing robust and personalised support plans that maximise independence and reflect individual choice and control. * Multidisciplinary Working: Building strong, effective...