41 government jobs found in Cambridge

Interim Insurance Manager £500 per day (flexible) | 4 Month Contract with Possible Extension | Hybrid/Remote We are seeking an experienced Interim Insurance Manager to join a busy Local Government organisation on an initial 4 month contract, with the potential for extension. This is primarily a hybrid/ remote role, although the successful candidate will be required to attend the office initially to collect IT equipment and attend occasional meetings as required. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the organisation's insurance function within a fast paced environment. Provide managerial and supervisory oversight to the insurance team. Support procurement and insurance related activities, ensuring compliance with Local Government regulations. Participate in the evaluation of insurance tenders and procurement exercises. Manage insurance placements and renewals, working closely with brokers and insurers. Deliver excellent customer service to internal stakeholders and external...

Our client Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for a Team Manager to join their MASH service. MASH Manager managers the day to day function of the service for all new referrals for children and families. They supervise Senior practitioners and Social workers and have overall responsibly for their team. They are on a duty rota to deal with all high risk children and work alongside partners to ensure the right service is initiated when needed to safeguard children. They work in line with Working together guidance and CA04. They adhere to policies and procedures and ensure that they work alongside the Early Help team managers. Main Accountabilities Service Delivery Manage the delivery of a high quality and effective service that responds to the needs of service users and their families or carers in a timely manner within statutory guidelines or service specifications. Manage the planning, allocation and review of workload so priorities are managed, shortfalls identified and...

Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Cambridgeshire County Council | £39.00 per hour Umbrella | ASAP Start | Hybrid Make a meaningful impact where it matters most — protecting children, strengthening families and creating safer futures. SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Social Worker – Family Safeguarding to join the City Family Support and Safeguarding Team at Cambridgeshire County Council. Role Details * £39.00 per hour – Umbrella * Full-time locum * Monday to Friday * ASAP start * Hybrid working – 2/3 days in the office * Location: Fawcett House, Foster Road, Trumpington About the Role You will manage a varied caseload across CIN, CP and CIC, with opportunities to work on complex cases involving PLO and Care Proceedings. Key responsibilities include: * Completing statutory visits for CIN, CP and CIC * Chairing CIN and Core Group meetings * Completing court reports, risk assessments and...

Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Service: City Family Support and Safeguarding Location: Fawcett House, Foster Road, Trumpington Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2/3 days in the office Rate: £39 per hour Umbrella Contract: Locum About the Role We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team within City Family Support and Safeguarding. This is a specialist role requiring candidates with previous experience working within a Family Safeguarding Teamand strong court experience. The successful candidate will be confident managing complex safeguarding cases, assessing risk and progressing cases through Child in Need, Child Protection and Care Proceedings. Key Responsibilities Complete statutory visits for Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP) and Children in Care (CIC) cases. Manage an allocated caseload of CIN, CP and CIC cases. Manage complex cases that may progress through Public Law Outline (PLO) or Section 31 Care Proceedings. Chair CIN...

Social Worker – Young People’s Safeguarding 📍 Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Peterborough 💰 Rate: £39 per hour / £288.60 per day (Umbrella) 🏢 Working Pattern: 2–3 days per week in the office About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker – Young People’s Safeguarding to join a dedicated safeguarding team in Peterborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social worker with strong safeguarding experience who is confident working directly with young people and families. Key Responsibilities The successful Social Worker will be responsible for: Managing a varied caseload involving Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP) and Children in Care (CIC). Undertaking high-quality assessments and developing effective plans to safeguard and support young people. Carrying out purposeful direct work with young people and families. Responding to safeguarding concerns and assessing risk. Working collaboratively with families,...

About the Role Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with children and young people in care, undertaking statutory social work responsibilities and ensuring children receive the support, stability, and permanence they need to achieve positive outcomes. You will manage a caseload of children in care, working closely with children, families, carers, and partner agencies to assess needs, develop plans, and deliver effective interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The role requires confident decision-making, strong relationship-building skills, and a child-centred approach to practice. Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Peterborough Rate: £39 per hour Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week in the office Essential: Must be a car driver Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children in care,...

Social Worker – Children & Families About the Role We are seeking an experienced and committed Children & Families Social Worker to support children, young people and families who are in need or at risk. The successful candidate will assess the needs of children and families, analyse information and develop effective care plans. You will work closely with families, colleagues and partner agencies to provide appropriate support and protection, ensuring children’s safety and wellbeing remain at the centre of practice. Key Responsibilities Undertake comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying needs, strengths and risks. Analyse information to inform care planning and professional decision-making. Work directly with children, young people and their families to understand their needs and wishes. Develop and implement effective multi-agency interventions and support plans. Undertake statutory visits in line with relevant legislation and local...

Our client Luton Borough council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Looked after children team. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional assessments of need and risk in respect of children and families using the Department of Education and Luton's effective support document for children in need and potential significant harm. Taking the lead role to co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need. Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to children and families e.g. care proceedings, arrangements for adoption/permanency, risk assessments and investigations in relation to the protection of children. Including arrangements for obtaining and carrying out Court Orders, attending court as the Council's representative. Creating effective SMART plans referring to the Practice Framework, using the appropriate...

I am working with a Local Authority in Essex who are looking for an Interim Assistant Director of Finance & Governance (Deputy S151 Officer) for 6 months initially. The role is full time and paying £850 umbrella per day (inside IR35) - this can be negotiated for the right candidate. The role is hybrid, 3 days a week on site, 2 days from home. Job Purpose: The postholder will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Finance and Governance Services, including Revenues and Benefits, Commercial and Procurement, and Audit and Risk, while acting as Deputy Section 151 Officer. They will provide expert financial and governance advice to senior leaders and elected members, lead the delivery of key priorities, policies and strategies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The role will support income generation and service improvement, promote collaboration and best practice across the organisation, and champion the Council's equality and diversity...

Protect. Empower. Create Safer Futures. Social Worker – Safeguarding Northamptonshire Children’s Trust | £35.43 per hour | ASAP Start | Full-Time Locum SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Social Worker – Safeguarding to join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust in a rewarding safeguarding assignment based at Penrith Drive Children’s Centre. The Opportunity You’ll join a dedicated Prevention & Safeguarding service supporting children and young people with a wide range of needs. The team manages cases transferring from DAAT at the first Initial Child Protection Conference or first Child in Need meeting, supporting families through to closure. Where cases progress to court proceedings or long-term care, they transfer to the relevant Children in Care teams. This is an opportunity for an experienced practitioner who can hit the ground running, manage risk effectively and deliver purposeful social work that makes a difference. Key Details * £35.43 per hour *...

Protect. Empower. Create Safer Futures. Social Worker – Safeguarding Northamptonshire Children’s Trust | £35.43 per hour | ASAP Start | Full-Time Locum SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Social Worker – Safeguarding to join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust in a rewarding safeguarding assignment based at Penrith Drive Children’s Centre. The Opportunity You’ll join a dedicated Prevention & Safeguarding service supporting children and young people with a wide range of needs. The team manages cases transferring from DAAT at the first Initial Child Protection Conference or first Child in Need meeting, supporting families through to closure. Where cases progress to court proceedings or long-term care, they transfer to the relevant Children in Care teams. This is an opportunity for an experienced practitioner who can hit the ground running, manage risk effectively and deliver purposeful social work that makes a difference. Key Details * £35.43 per hour *...

Our client Enfield Council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Family Help team. Job Purpose To provide assessment, care management and social work services to disabled children and their families, arising out of the council's duties and powers under legislation, Council and Group policy. To contribute to the development of the Centre as a specialist resource for Children and young people with disabilities and their families utilising their knowledge and experience to promote and ensure best practice is central to service delivery. To work in accordance with the guidelines set out by local government and to make appropriate use of Group and independent resources. Duties To carry out assessments and undertake care management in the area of specialism. ( Disabled children and their families ) To make recommendations for service provision in accordance with the Children services threshold and eligibility criteria. To provide a social work service to designated...

Social Worker – Family Help & Family Safeguarding Location: Enfield Contract: Locum Closing Date: Tuesday 25 August 2026 About the Role Enfield has launched its new Family Help Service and Family Safeguarding practice model, providing an innovative, strengths-based approach to supporting children, young people and families. The service brings together Family Help, Children’s Social Care and specialist adult services, enabling practitioners to take a whole-family approach to issues including domestic abuse, parental mental health, substance misuse, trauma and exploitation. We are looking for an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join this exciting service and help deliver timely, joined-up support that improves outcomes and promotes lasting safety and wellbeing for children. Key Responsibilities Manage an allocated caseload of children and families independently. Undertake high-quality assessments and identify strengths, needs and risks. Develop and...

STRATEGIC SOURCING MANAGER - PRESTIOUS ARM OF GOVERNMENT, 6 MONTHS INITIALLY. MILTON KEYNES / LONDON BASED. £600 PER DAY INSIDE IR35 / UMBRELLA. OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED! Job Purpose The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for delivering sourcing strategies for complex, medium to high-value procurements. This role operates in close collaboration with Strategic Category Managers, Supplier Managers, and senior stakeholders to optimise value, manage risk, and ensure compliance within a regulated procurement environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead sourcing delivery for high-value and business-critical procurement projects (typically £300m–£500m annual spend influence). • Develop and implement end-to-end sourcing strategies aligned to integrated category plans. • Act as the lead negotiator, securing commercial benefits and cost savings, ensuring validation and alignment with finance objectives. • Collaborate with stakeholders at senior level (Head of/Director level) to...

Our client Suffolk County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Children's high demand team. Role purpose To undertake high-quality statutory social work with children, young people and families where there are concerns about welfare, safeguarding or risk. The postholder will work within a high-demand, fast-paced service, making timely and evidence-based decisions to ensure children are safe and their needs are appropriately assessed and met. Key responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures. Respond to referrals and undertake Section 17 assessments and Section 47 enquiries where required. Identify and analyse risk, need and protective factors and make proportionate decisions regarding intervention. Develop and implement effective child-focused plans with children, families and partner agencies. Manage a complex caseload and prioritise work effectively within...

Introduction to Family Help Are you ready to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team? The Family Help Teams in Redbridge are leading the way in providing seamless, integrated support for children and families. Our approach combines Early Help, Community Social Work, and Child Protection Assessment, ensuring every child receives the right help at the right time. We work collaboratively across agencies, focusing on building trusting relationships and bespoke interventions that empower families and keep children safe. What sets Family Help apart? Integrated support: No step ups or step downs-families receive continuous, joined-up help from the start of their journey. Manageable caseloads: Allowing time for meaningful engagement and intensive support. Relationship-based practice: We prioritise deep, trusting relationships with children and families. Creative interventions: Working with community partners, we design bespoke plans that divert children from harm and provide...

Our client is looking for a new Team Manager to join the Award-Winning Reach Out Domestic Abuse Service. Are you passionate about driving improvements across social care? Do you have a strong understanding of domestic abuse and the Safe and Together practice model? We are seeking a passionate social work manager who wants to make a significant difference to family's lives. This role will have lead operational responsibility for managing the Reach Out team which includes the Open Up behaviour Change team. Reach Out work across key departments such as children's and adults social care and are Redbridge Council's front door for individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse. The service operates borough-wide, supporting households with and without children. Reach Out is part of the Families First for Children pathfinders programme; the Team Manager role is instrumental at solutioning problems and improving outcomes for adult and child survivors of abuse. This is an opportunity...

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most Children’s Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Enfield Council | £37.52 per hour | ASAP Start | Hybrid Working SW Locums is looking for an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join Enfield Council’s newly launched Family Help and Family Safeguarding Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an innovative, strengths-based approach focused on keeping children safe, supporting families and creating sustainable change. The Role You’ll work directly with children and families, managing complex cases and delivering purposeful interventions that improve safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes. Your responsibilities will include: * Completing high-quality assessments * Developing and reviewing Child in Need (CIN) plans * Managing long-term child protection cases * Building strong, trusting relationships with children and families * Managing complex caseloads and...

MAKE A LASTING DIFFERENCE: Children’s Social Worker – Disabled Children’s Team | Haringey London Borough of Haringey | North London SW Locums is currently recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join Haringey Council’s Children’s Services – Disabled Children’s Team on a full-time locum basis. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate social worker looking to take on a rewarding role supporting children and young people with complex needs, while working with one of London’s most diverse and forward-thinking local authorities. Role Details * Position: Children’s Social Worker – Disabled Children’s Team * Location: Haringey, North London * Pay: £37.52 per hour * Contract: Full-time Locum * Start Date: ASAP About the Role You will manage a varied caseload, working directly with children with disabilities and their families to achieve positive outcomes and promote independence. Your responsibilities will...

Social Worker – Safeguarding Children – OAS Location: Hybrid Rate: £38 per hour Contract: Locum Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week in the office About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker – Safeguarding Children to join the OAS team on a locum basis. This role is suited to a confident and experienced social worker with a strong background in children's safeguarding who can hit the ground running and manage a complex workload effectively. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with children, families and partner agencies to ensure that safeguarding concerns are identified and addressed appropriately, with the child's welfare and best interests at the centre of all decision-making. Key Responsibilities Manage an allocated caseload of children and families with safeguarding needs. Undertake high-quality assessments and develop effective plans to safeguard children. Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and assess risk....