33 jobs found in Chippenham

Oxfordshire – Qualified Social Worker – Adults Team - £38 Umbrella This is a Hybrid position requirement to work from Team office base on Tuesdays and Wednesdays We are seeking an experienced social worker within adults competency in working within Care Act 2014 MCA, Best Interest Threshold, Dols, Safeguarding and able to work within Oxfordshire County Council policies and procedures Applicants will need to be able to drive across Oxfordshire for face to face visits Normal operational hours is 9-5 Mon- Thurs and 9-4 Friday Work within the requirements of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 and any other relevant legislation, guidance and codes of practice, providing personalised information and advice to individuals, families and their carers. Use strength-based approaches, ensuring that in responding to eligible needs all options including the use of informal support networks, community resources, and the assessment of equipment and...

Children with Disabilities Team | Herefordshire Council | £33.30 per hour Herefordshire Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities Team on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys relationship-based practice, understands the complexities of disability-focused social work, and is confident managing safeguarding, planning, and multi-agency work with children and families who need specialist support. You’ll be joining a service focused on delivering purposeful intervention, clear planning, and better long-term outcomes for children with disabilities and their families. Role Overview As a Social Worker in the Children with Disabilities Team, you will work with children and young people with a range of complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support, protection, and planning at the right time. The role will involve completing assessments, managing plans, coordinating multi-agency support, and building...

About the Role You will need to be a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. As a Social Worker in our Together for Families Team, you will: Hold and manage a varied and dynamic caseload with reflective supervision and strong professional support Undertake child-centred, timely assessments using the Family Safeguarding practice model, supporting families at Children in Need, Child Protection and where required into court. Make ongoing assessments of allocated cases to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of risk, and the need to ensure that service users are protected from significant harm. Prepare and present reports as necessary to facilitate decision making about service users and to provide effective quality assurance and chair CIN and Core group meetings Work directly with children, young people and families to identify strengths, understand risk and shape effective intervention plans and deliver evidence-based interventions in...

Social Worker (Locum) - Cafcass Public and Private Law Teams Cafcass is currently recruiting experienced Locum Social Workers to join our Public and Private Law teams across the Thames Valley and Swindon. These are excellent opportunities to work within a respected national organisation, making a real difference to children and families involved in family court proceedings. Available Roles 2 x Locum Social Workers based from our Reading or Oxford offices, covering the Thames Valley region, including Oxford, Reading, Slough, and surrounding areas 1 x Locum Social Worker based from our Swindon office Hybrid working arrangements are available, with office attendance required for key meetings and court work. About the Role As a Cafcass Social Worker, you will: Undertake work in Public and/or Private Law proceedings Safeguard and promote the welfare of children involved in family court cases Prepare high-quality reports for court 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 Title: Family Support Worker Department: Children's Social Care Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager Job Purpose The Family Support Worker provides targeted support to children, young people, and families where there is a Child in Need plan or a risk of family breakdown. The role focuses on working directly with families to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child development, and help keep children safely within their home environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out direct work with children (including pre-school children), parents, and carers as part of assessments and support plans Encourage and empower parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Support families at risk of breakdown and work to maintain safe family environments Provide practical parenting support and promote understanding of child development Contribute to assessment and planning processes to safeguard children Work in partnership...

Job Title: Contact Worker Department: Children's Services - Safeguarding & Specialist Support Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager - Family Contact Service Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Job Purpose The Contact Worker supports children and families by supervising safe and positive contact sessions as part of care assessments and plans. The role focuses on direct work with children and their families, helping to create supportive environments that promote child wellbeing and positive family relationships. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers Encourage parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals Maintain accurate, timely records and produce reports Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (rota basis) Transport children to and from...

Duties will include; -Short term duty work -Section 9 care needs assessments -Mental capacity assessments -Best interests decisions -Safeguarding referrals Six month cover required whilst recruiting to permanent role. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

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...

As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation undertake assessments of children's needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures create effective plans which are reviewed in a timely manner promote and safeguard the welfare of children provide support, information, and advice to families to help parents become more self-reliant prepare reports for courts and various meetings, presenting to a variety of professionals in different settings, and attend to give evidence in legal proceedings as required chair multi-agency meetings that support the development and review of plans maintain essential records, input, and maintain records on the core computer system as...

About Us Connect2Dorset Supporting social workers to make a real difference for children and families in Dorset Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities. We're proud that Dorset Council is rated Outstanding by Ofsted for our services for children, young people and families. This reflects our commitment to high-quality, child‑centred work, strong leadership, and a culture where practitioners feel supported to do their best work. Leading Meaningful National Change Dorset is at the forefront of innovation. As a national Pathfinder for the Families First for Children (FFC) Programme, we are helping shape the future of family support and child protection in England. This reform focuses on delivering earlier, more...

Milton Keynes – Qualified Social Worker – Family Support Team - £38 We are seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Family Support Team in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive local authority committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services to children in need, children subject to child protection plans, and families requiring targeted support. Hybrid working – 2/3 days per week in the office Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of children and families in line with statutory responsibilities. * Undertake Child & Family Assessments in accordance with legislation and local procedures. * Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. * Develop and implement Child in Need and Child Protection Plans. * Carry out risk assessments and ensure robust safeguarding interventions. * Prepare...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Social Worker to work within their Work After First Hearing Team based in Birmingham covering the Birmingham, Stoke, Staffordshire and Worcester area. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children's Locum Social Worker looking for a change and to gain experience within a reputable organisation like CAFCASS. Benefits: Remote Working in place - visits required Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning...

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join their Assessment Team based in Reigate. The benefits of this Social Worker role: Hybrid working Great teams to work in Laptop and training provided Low case loadsRequirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* "Warm Welcome" bonus - get £250 when you secure a role through our agency*If interested in this role or any other, please contact Jack Best on (phone number...

This role has a salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36‑hour working week. This is a fixed‑term contract until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension subject to ongoing programme funding in 2027/28 and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Surrey's rural economy. Join our dedicated Economy and Growth Team and make a meaningful impact on farming and rural businesses across the county. If you're a credible sector professional with hands‑on experience in agriculture, land‑based industries, or rural enterprise development, and you're passionate about helping businesses innovate, diversify, and thrive - we encourage you to apply. This role will work remotely, visiting farms and rural businesses across Surrey, with regular travel throughout the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government...

Social Worker – Safeguarding Service | Surrey County Council | £42 per hour  We are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Service at Surrey County Council, offering an excellent rate of £42 per hour. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking authority that places strong emphasis on quality practice, professional development, and positive outcomes for children and families. Surrey is known for its commitment to safeguarding excellence, manageable caseloads, and strong management support. You’ll be joining a stable, well-resourced service where your skills, experience, and professional judgement will be genuinely valued. About Surrey County Council Surrey offers an outstanding working environment, combining strong leadership, high-quality training, and a collaborative team culture. The authority prioritises staff wellbeing, flexible working, and continuous professional development, ensuring you are fully...

Connect2socialwork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join various Adults and Children's Social Work Teams across Luton. The benefits of this Social Worker role: Hybrid working Great teams to work in Laptop and training provided Low case loadRole Responsibilities: To use professional skills, knowledge, and experience and a range of interpersonal and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of risks protection and social care needs of individuals and carers/families, within relevant legal and statutory frameworks, agreed priorities and current eligibility criteria. Refer to other relevant agencies and undertake joint assessments where appropriate to ensure all risks and needs are considered. To arrange, provide or purchase appropriate services/care within the Departments agreed priorities and resource framework to reflect best value principals and to comply with legislation and statutory...

Title: Social Worker - Family Help Department: Children, Families & Education Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 Responsible to: Team Manager / Deputy Team Manager PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding (30%) Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and...

Berry Recruitment are currently looking for litter pickers to work for a local authority in the Wembleyarea. Litter Picking -Litter picking the public highway and any public right of ways. This may also include council owned car parks. Sweeping -Operatives are tasked with sweeping the public highways and footpaths. Fly Tip Loading - Loading and reporting fly tipping. 5.30 -14.15 £13.10 Per hour Please contact Bill in the hendon office for more details (phone number removed) Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job

Social Worker - Children's Access Point (CAP) Assessment Team Location: The Guildhall, Swansea (Hybrid - office-based with flexibility, visits to be completed in a timely manner) Contract: Initially until the end of December, with the possibility of extension until March Pay: £30.50 per hour (PAYE) / £38.43 per hour (Umbrella) - in line with the ADSS All Wales Pledge Randstad is partnering with Swansea Council to recruit a Social Worker for the Children's Access Point (CAP) Assessment Team, working at the front door of children's services to complete timely assessments and safeguard children. About the Role As a Social Worker within the CAP Assessment Team, you will: Undertake statutory assessments of children and families following referrals into Children's Services. Analyse risk and need to inform decision-making and next steps. Complete visits, assessments, and reports within statutory timescales. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote positive...