87 jobs found in Crawley

Interim Assistant Director of Finance (Deputy S151) * August/September start * Must have previous Deputy S151 experience * Must be able to commute to Essex weekly * £750-£850/day

Social Worker – Child Protection Team – London Location: Croydon Council Pay/Salary: up to £39.04 per hour Office Working: 3 Days per week Contract: Locum We are currently working with Croydon Council to find an experienced Social Worker for their Child Protection team in Children’s Services. With a stable management team and a mostly permanent workforce, Croydon are looking for someone with solid experience to be able to pick up a caseload and support their service. Duties Completing Section 47’s and section 17 enquiries Undertake Section 7and 37 reports, as well as attending Court, and providing analysis and evidence-based recommendations Long term engagement with families, including direct work, capturing the voice of the child Write conference reports and attend conferences, such as Core Group Meetings What you need Social Work Qualification Social Work England registration Enhanced DBS (provided by us) Why use us? At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a...

The starting salary for this role is £34,660 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate person to join our team as Senior Social Care Assistant as part of our 6 month pilot of a 14 to 18 year old's Link Worker Service. This is a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity for up to 6 months, ending no later than 31st March 2027. If you are applying for an internal secondment, please seek permission from your line manager before applying. 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 salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts...

Qualified Social Worker – AHMP London Borough of Merton | £35.00 per hour | ASAP Start | Full-Time Locum Bring your expertise to a truly integrated team supporting older people’s mental health. SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Qualified Social Worker – AHMP for an exciting full-time locum opportunity with the London Borough of Merton. Role Details * £35.00 per hour * 35 hours per week * Monday to Friday * ASAP start * Full-time locum * London Borough of Merton * Older People’s Mental Health Team About the Role You’ll work as part of a fully integrated multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality services to people referred to the Older People’s Mental Health Team. Your responsibilities will include: * Working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment * Liaising with Care Coordinators supporting service users under the Care Programme Approach (CPA) * Providing...

Central Recruitment is currently working with a London-based charity that is dedicated to creating positive change by providing support to individuals on their journey towards independence. Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work in the Stockwell area at a service that provides support to various client groups including young people with a background of homelessness, challenging behaviour and teenage parents. * 37.5 hours per week * Working across Monday - Sunday on a rota basis * Shifts: 07:00 - 15:00 and 15:00 - 22:00 * Temporary: approx. 3 months * £16.90 per hour (£15.08 per hour, with £1.82 holiday pay) Please note: parking is available at the service Key responsibilities: * Hold a caseload of 10 key clients and conduct regular key working sessions resulting in agreed Support Plans * Mentor and coach customers using an asset-based approach to identify their strengths and set corresponding goals * Identify and monitor risk...

West London | Hybrid Working (2 Days Office / 3 Days Home) £18.37 PAYE (£24.37 Umbrella) 36 Hours per Week Initial 6-Month Temporary Assignment Adecco are currently recruiting for an experienced Customer Relations Officer (Complaints) to join a busy public sector organisation in West London. This role sits within a dedicated Customer Relations team and focuses on handling complex complaints and enquiries relating to Adult Social Care, Children's Services and Corporate Complaints. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have previously worked within local government, housing, social care, customer relations, complaints management or Ombudsman-related environments. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of statutory and corporate complaints. Identifying and progressing Children's Statutory, Adult Social Care and Corporate Complaints. Liaising with service managers and departments to gather information and investigate cases. Drafting high-quality,...

To develop strategic priorities and lead the work on the design and commissioning for population or local authority services in order to improve quality, value for money and reflect national and local priorities. To be responsible for the delivery of complex project plans, monitoring and managing progress and taking responsibility for problem solving; resolving issues to ensure individual projects and the wider commissioning programme remain on track to deliver on time and in budget. This includes working closely with finance, procurement and legal officers to ensure procurement processes are timely, competitive, transparent and equitable. To support senior leaders in Children's and Adults Services in achieving value for money from third party spend when commissioning for the Local Authority and work with colleagues across boroughs and the ICB to support the delivery and oversight of joint contracts. To lead on specific commissioning projects that help shape and influence the...

Parking Schemes Officer (Traffic Management & Design) Location: Twickenham (Civic Centre Annex) with occasional travel to Wandsworth offices Rate: £32.00 to £38.00 per hour Contract: Initial 6-month contract with 3-month review The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and proactive Parking Schemes Officer to support the management and delivery of parking schemes across Richmond and Wandsworth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and dynamic team responsible for developing and maintaining parking controls, traffic management measures, and parking infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a key role in progressing traffic regulation projects from initial site assessment through to implementation. Key Responsibilities Working primarily within Wandsworth, you will: Undertake site visits to assess existing parking and traffic restrictions at junctions and other locations. Review locations and develop proposals for the introduction of Double Yellow...

Senior Practitioner – Families First | Family Help Service About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Families First – Family Help Service, providing advanced social work practice and professional leadership. The successful candidate will hold a reduced caseload of the most complex children and families requiring statutory intervention, while providing expert safeguarding advice, practice oversight, mentoring and reflective support to other practitioners. Working within the Families First model, you will play a key role in step-up and step-down decisions across Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection, Public Law Outline (PLO), care proceedings and permanence planning. You will champion Signs of Safety, Trauma-Informed Practice and Motivational Interviewing, helping to embed high-quality, relationship-based and evidence-informed practice across the service. Key Responsibilities Manage a reduced caseload of complex CIN, Child Protection, PLO,...

A reputable London housing provider is seeking an experienced Head of Housing Transformation/Delivery to provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of major housing improvement, transformation and service delivery initiatives. Location: London Contract: Interim, 3–6 months Day Rate: £380–£400 per day (Inside IR35) Working Pattern: Hybrid Sector: Housing / Local Government Department: Housing Service This is a high-profile interim opportunity for an experienced housing, local government or public-sector delivery professional who can operate confidently at a senior level and translate strategic priorities into tangible operational improvements. The successful candidate will work closely with a Senior Leader, leading complex programmes and projects that support the continued improvement, modernisation and transformation of the Housing Service. The organisation is undertaking significant improvement activity across areas including Housing Revenue Account (HRA) financial...

We are seeking an experienced senior local government leader to provide strategic leadership across housing, environment and community services. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of strategic priorities, ensuring high-quality services, strong financial management and positive outcomes for residents and communities. Key responsibilities include: * Providing strategic leadership across housing, environment and community services. * Leading housing strategy, HRA business planning, housing development and regeneration. * Driving effective partnership working across health, communities, voluntary and public-sector organisations. * Overseeing community investment, grants and engagement. * Providing leadership on safeguarding, vulnerability and resident wellbeing. * Leading service transformation, performance improvement and financial sustainability. * Working effectively with elected members, partners and senior stakeholders. * Contributing...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...

Summer-Browning Associates is building a talent pool of experienced Commercial, Procurement and Contract Management professionals for upcoming Resource Augmentation opportunities across the public sector. We're keen to hear from professionals at who have worked as interims in roles equivalent to civil service grades (HEO, SEO and Grade 7+) for a range of exciting commercial assignments. Contract Details: Location: Primarily London / Hybrid Contract: 6-12 months with extension potential Rates: £400-£750 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active SC clearance is highly desirableWe're looking for experience across: Commercial Management Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Contract & Supplier Management Category Management Commercial Delivery Commercial Assurance & Governance Commercial Data, Spend & Performance Analysis Grants & Funding Commercials Procurement Transformation & Capability Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)Categories include: Digital,...

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people's lives at a critical point in their journey? Hackney Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join its Hospital Discharge Team, supporting adults with complex needs to achieve safe, timely, and sustainable discharges from hospital back into the community. The role sits within a community mental health social work team and focuses on ensuring individuals receive the right support to transition safely from inpatient settings to community living. About the Role As a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you will work closely with hospital wards, community mental health teams, health professionals, housing services, carers, and external partners to coordinate effective discharge planning from admission through to community reintegration. Key responsibilities include: Completing Care Act assessments using a strengths-based approach. Coordinating safe and...

Our client Windsor and Maidenhead council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Support and Safeguarding team. Role purpose: To work with children, young people and their families where there are concerns about welfare, safety, neglect, abuse or other risks. The Social Worker assesses children's needs, develops plans to improve outcomes and works with families and partner agencies to safeguard children and promote their wellbeing. Key responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with relevant legislation and local authority procedures. Identify risks, strengths and unmet needs and develop appropriate plans to safeguard children. Manage a caseload of children subject to child in need, child protection and other safeguarding plans. Undertake statutory visits and maintain regular contact with children and families. Participate in child protection enquiries, strategy discussions and conferences where required. Prepare high-quality...

Qualified Social Worker – Children West Sussex County Council | Chichester | £38.00 per hour | ASAP Start Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people. SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Qualified Social Worker – Children for a full-time locum opportunity with West Sussex County Council. Role Details * £38.00 per hour * 37 hours per week * Monday to Friday * ASAP start * Location: Chichester * Caseload of approximately 18 children * Regular supervision every 4 weeks About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to work within Children in Care, building meaningful relationships with children and young people and helping them settle, recover from their experiences and look towards a positive future. The role has a strong focus on direct work, safeguarding, assessment and multi-agency working. Occasional court work may also be required. You will need: * Minimum 3 years...

Children’s Social Worker – Bracknell Forest Council Location: Bracknell Forest Start: ASAP Contract: Full-Time Locum Hours: 37 hours per week Working Arrangement: Hybrid Pay Rate: £41.99 per hour Experience: 3 years’ post-qualification experience required SW Locums is currently recruiting for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join Bracknell Forest Council on a full-time locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker with strong statutory children’s social care experience to make a positive difference to children, young people and families. About the Role To succeed in this role, you will have strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds, alongside excellent experience of multi-agency working and partnership practice. You will be confident in completing child-focused assessments, developing needs-led safety plans and producing high-quality reports, statements and court documentation. You will also champion...

Assistant Team Manager – Children Outstanding Children’s Services | £38.78 per hour Umbrella | ASAP Start Step into a leadership role where your experience can make a lasting difference. SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Assistant Team Manager – Children for a full-time locum opportunity with Bracknell Forest Council. Role Details * £38.78 per hour – Umbrella * 37 hours per week * Full-time locum * ASAP start * Location: Greater London * Assistant Team Manager – Children’s Specialist Support Team The Opportunity Join Bracknell Forest Council’s Outstanding-rated Children’s Specialist Support Team, supporting high-quality services for children with disabilities and their families. Working alongside the Team Manager, you will: * Provide reflective supervision and support to social work staff * Develop and mentor practitioners * Lead multi-agency meetings * Oversee performance and...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training