8 jobs found in Carshalton

London Borough of Merton Senior Social Worker – Children’s and Families Team Pay Rate: £39.04 per hour Hours: 35 per week Contract: Locum About the Role The London Borough of Merton is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Children’s and Families Team. This is a key frontline role where you will lead on complex cases, provide professional guidance within the team, and contribute to high-quality safeguarding and family support practice across the service. You will undertake assessments, support children and families, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities Lead on complex Child in Need and Child Protection cases. Conduct high-quality Child and Family Assessments. Provide professional oversight and support to other social workers. Liaise with partner agencies to ensure coordinated planning and intervention. Prepare clear, analytical reports for conferences, panels, and reviews....

Description Our local government clients in Lambeth, London, are seeking a Children's Services - Service Manager for an immediate start. We are looking for a candidate with at least 2 years of recent senior management experience in safeguarding, as well as recent frontline experience. This is a key middle-management operational role responsible for the safe, high-quality delivery of children's services across a multi-agency context. This post will also be responsible for contributing to and driving the current and future strategy. Responsibilities Leading the day-to-day operational business of the teams in the service area, promoting the best interests of children in accordance with the statutory framework, ensuring a prompt and efficient response to all contacts and referrals and the delivery of good outcomes for children, young people and families. Qualifications – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. CQSW, DipSW, or another...

Commercial Manager Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Manager for an initial 5-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will possess active SC clearance and have a strong background in Commercial Management, along with the following skills and experiences: Experience in end-to-end procurement within the public sector. Proven experience managing end-to-end commercial and procurement processes, from strategy development to contract award, specifically within the Defence or Central Government sectors. Familiarity with e-procurement tools such as Jaggaer. Professional certifications in CIPS, IACCM, or comparable qualifications in Commercial, Contract Management, or procurement. Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 is preferredTo apply, please submit your latest CV for review

We're currently recruiting a Lead Professional Officer for one of our London clients, working in the public sector. Please see below some of the duties and responsibilities of the role: * Lead Professionals is one of the teams responsible for the provision of the statutory homeless service at London Borough Council Tower Hamlets. For the majority of homeless clients, it is the first point of contact for those approaching the Housing Options Service. * To conduct housing options interviews with customers focussing on assessing housing needs, preventing homelessness and giving good quality advice on the housing choices available so that customers can make informed decisions. * To negotiate and mediate with landlords, parents and other accommodation providers to prevent homelessness and provide practical assistance to help customers remain in their accommodation. * To provide the above through a detailed knowledge of housing legislation and case...

Child Protection Advisor | Ealing Council Locum contract £45 per hour Senior advisory and quality assurance role Hybrid working available High-impact strategic safeguarding position Ealing Council is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Child Protection Advisor to join its Children’s Services on a locum basis. This is a senior-level role suited to an advanced practitioner with extensive safeguarding experience, offering an excellent rate and the opportunity to influence frontline practice, quality assurance, and service improvement. About Ealing Council Ealing Council is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding practice and continuous service improvement. The authority offers a supportive and progressive working environment, where experienced professionals are empowered to drive standards, mentor staff, and shape strategic safeguarding outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide expert advice and consultation on complex safeguarding and child protection...

Business Analyst Contract 4 Months Initially £450-£500pd (Outside IR35) Remote   We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, particularly in WSO2 and Java, and possess a keen understanding of government projects and the Government Digital Service (GDS) framework.   Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyse business requirements. Develop and document functional specifications and technical requirements. Utilise WSO2 for system integration and middleware solutions. Write and maintain Java code to support or enhance existing systems. Work closely with technical teams to ensure alignment between business needs and technical capabilities. Support project management in the planning and execution of government initiatives. Ensure compliance with GDS guidelines and standards throughout project lifecycle.  Qualifications: Proven experience as a Business Analyst in a...

Role:                Community Link Worker Based:             Northwick Park Hospital/wider community Rate:                £14.75ph PAYE or £19ph Umb Start Date:       ASAP Duration:        Temp ongoing Hours:             35 hours per week (9-5 pm, but some flexibility needed, due to the needs of those being supported) Our client is expanding its delivery of hospital-based projects; this service is aimed at vulnerable 12 to 25-year-olds who are admitted to the Major Trauma Centre at the Royal London Hospital. They are looking for a Community Link Worker to join their team. Are you passionate about supporting and uplifting Children and Young people? Do you want to make a difference within the community for the betterment of Children and Young People? Do you understand the challenges that are faced by some CYP and are relatable?  Synopsis of Duties To provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment, advice, referral, and support service to young victims of violence,...

Role: 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...