60 jobs found in Didcot

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Childrens Family Solutions Plus team. Job Purpose To provide professional social work to a caseload of children, young people, and families, appropriate to experience and capabilities, ensuring their views are heard. To ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant law, legislation, and practice in line with the values and principles of FSP. To ensure provision of good quality services which integrate government and local guidance and initiatives including, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Working Together, local Child Protection and Looked After Children procedures, and the DoH, Assessment Framework 2000. Job responsibilities To provide an efficient and effective service to children, young people, and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed, and that relevant interventions are...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Childrens UASC Team. Job Purpose The Unaccompanied Children and Young Person's Team cares for children and care leavers. The team includes: - managers, senior's, social workers, leaving care personal advisors and a family support worker. As a social worker in the team you will be responsible for unaccompanied children who are usually care for by the local authority under sec 20 of the Children Act. You will have your own case load and be responsible for completing all statutory duties within timescales. You will be part of a duty pod and this is usually when you will need to respond to newly arrived children. You will need to take part in a front door assessment to ensure that the right services are offered. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your knowledge in working with children of different cultures and gaining a good understanding of the asylum process Job responsibilities...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Childrens Blackbird Leys Team 1&2. Job Description In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). About the Role You will manage a caseload tailored to your experience,...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Childrens Assessment Team. The post holder will line manage Social Workers (including NQSWs, Senior Practitioners) and Family Help Practitioners. The purpose of this job is to help children, young people and families in need of help and protection with a particular focus on managing Child & Family Assessments and Strategy Discussions/Section 47 Investigations for children newly referred or not currently open to a statutory social work team. The post holder will hold supervisory responsibility for some newly qualified social workers supporting and assessing them to meet the requirements of the Council's Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme. The post has lead responsibility for ensuring that the duty and assessment function in the team is managed safely and delivers outcomes effectively and in a timely way. The role has no direct budgetary responsibility.Benefits...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Childrens Family Solutions West Team 2. Job Purpose To provide professional social work to a caseload of children, young people, and families, appropriate to experience and capabilities, ensuring their views are heard. To ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant law, legislation, and practice in line with the values and principles of FSP. To ensure provision of good quality services which integrate government and local guidance and initiatives including, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Working Together, local Child Protection and Looked After Children procedures, and the DoH, Assessment Framework 2000. Job responsibilities To provide an efficient and effective service to children, young people, and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed, and that relevant interventions are...

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. *...

PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Traffic Marshal to work on a construction site in Witney for 6 months, on behalf of our client who has a nationwide presence. Labourer roles and responsibilities: General Traffic Marshal duties General housekeeping/labour tasksLabourer requirements: Valid CSCS Card NPORS or CPCS Traffic Marshal Ticket 2 x references from a previous Traffic Marshal position Minimum of 1 year experience as a Traffic Marshal Must be able to drive due to locationLabourer Benefits Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm Weekly payIf you are interested in this Traffic Marshal role or would like more information, please contact the Trades and Labour team at PSR Solutions or press apply By submitting your application, you consent to your personal data being shared with our partner, WorkTool, for the purpose of assisting with your job search, in accordance with UK data protection legislation Thank you for your co-operation

Interim Security Advisor Location: Wokingham Hybrid 2 days on site Duration: 6 months £500 MUST HOLD ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: It should be noted that this post requires the holder to attain higher levels of security clearance in line with UK Government requirements and may at times require travel. Direct This position is responsible for supporting the clients Corporate Security Team in generating and deploying the security policy, ensuring an appropriate and proportionate approach to security management across the clients portfolio within the UK. Lead the Physical Security function to deliver security programmes and solutions to safeguard the organisations people and assets, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, regulatory and corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines. Delivery of protective security advice to all areas of the business, both written and verbal as required. Assist the Corporate Security Team...

Ready for your next high-impact role in frontline Children's Services? My Client is looking for a confident, experienced Children's Assessment Social Worker who can hit the ground running, manage complex risk, and deliver sharp, child-focused assessments from day one. This is a standout opportunity for a strong practitioner who wants excellent pay, clear working patterns, and extra weekly support with travel and accommodation. Why this role stands out £42 per hour £100 per week travel and accommodation payment Payment confirmed for new and existing agency placements until 31 August 2026 Available to workers who live more than 50 miles from Swindon Join a fast-paced Assessment Team where experienced social workers are trusted to work with autonomy and make a genuine difference Working pattern This role offers a structured hybrid model with a clear office requirement: Duty week: 5 days in the office Duty week is every 5 weeks Non-duty weeks: 3 days in the office What you'll be...

Job Description: Social Worker - Looked After Children Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in Looked After Children to join our diverse team. Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child and family is treated with respect and equity. You will play a pivotal role in supporting children who are in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. Responsibilities Conduct thorough assessments of children?s needs, including those involved in unauthorised absence situations. Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to each child's unique circumstances. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partners to promote positive outcomes. Advocate for the rights and needs of Looked After Children, ensuring their voices are heard. Monitor and respond to unauthorised absences promptly, implementing strategies to reduce risk. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential...

The duties and responsibilities of Family Support Workers vary depending on the needs of the family they are helping, but their key duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing the needs of their clients Creating a plan of support for their clients based on a needs assessment Conducting regular caseload reviews with families and individual clients during home visits to ensure that there are no issues at home Ensuring adherence to standards and legislation for confidentiality, equality and diversity Managing their workload and scheduled commitments Keeping records and updating reports for their cases Attending court sessions dealing with the care and protection of children Working with Social Workers to determine a family’s needs when a child returns home after being in foster care. The role will also also suit a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking. You must have: - At least 6 months recent experience as a Family Support Worker / Family Assessment Worker - A recent DBS / or...

Role: SOCIAL WORKER - LAC TEAM - LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Temp and Perm Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Social Workers on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Key skills and experience of Social Worker (LAC team) As a Looked after children's Social Worker, you will support children and their families to ensure that their needs are met in a safe and timely manner. You will be part of a highly acclaimed supportive service that has a comprehensive programme to ensure new recruits have a thorough induction, receive ongoing support from managers and have the opportunity to progress in your career. Qualifications You will have either Dip SW, CQSW or recognised equivalent professional qualification. Or registered by the health can care professional's council r a Practice Educator Award. A relevant degree in the related area. Enhanced DBS certificate which is satisfactory to Luton Borough Council will be a condition of your appointment. About Us Luton Borough Council have...

Role: Leaving Care Personal Adviser Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Leaving Care Personal Adviser on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their People Team department. Main purpose of position: To provide a leaving care statutory service to young people not currently accommodated by the Council and to work with Accommodated children as negotiated and agreed with qualified workers. As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will be responsible to: To work with young people to undertake needs assessments and to create and review pathway plans as defined in the children (leaving care) Act 2000. This will ensure that their needs are identified and a plan put in place to meet them. To support young people making the transition to adulthood and fulfilling their potential in relation to social and educational opportunities. To maximise the potential of the young person potential in these areas. Effectively manage a caseload to ensure that all departmental and statutory...

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Housing Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Someone with Tenancy Sustainment experience. Conduct periodic check‑ins (e.g. 3 and 6 months) with clients who have already been supported to move into Private Rented Sector accommodation Reinforcing client skills learned during initial support Encouraging clients with self‑management of tenancy while remaining accessible Reducing client's long‑term dependency on services Check-in with landlord/agents to review rent account, tenancy conduct, and wellbeing Early identification of emerging risks of homelessness Prevents recurrence of homelessness Reduces repeat presentations for homelessness assistance Demonstrates reasonable and proactive steps to prevent homelessness Continued engagement with tenants who remain at risk despite earlier intervention Undertake prompt action if arrears, ASB, or vulnerabilities emerge/re‑emerge Ensure agreed actions remain sustainable Revisiting and adjusting...

Role: SENIOR SOCIAL WORKERS - LAC TEAM - LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Temp and Perm Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Social Workers on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Key skills and experience of Social Worker (LAC team) As a Looked after children's Social Worker, you will support children and their families to ensure that their needs are met in a safe and timely manner. You will be part of a highly acclaimed supportive service that has a comprehensive programme to ensure new recruits have a thorough induction, receive ongoing support from managers and have the opportunity to progress in your career. Qualifications You will have either Dip SW, CQSW or recognised equivalent professional qualification. Or registered by the health can care professional's council r a Practice Educator Award. A relevant degree in the related area. Enhanced DBS certificate which is satisfactory to Luton Borough Council will be a condition of your appointment. About Us Luton Borough...

Role: SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER Department: PEOPLE Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their People Team department. Main purpose of position: To undertake the full range of social work duties in relation to statutory Family Placement work in accordance with the National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services and Fostering Services Regulations, Promoting the best interests of children and young people at all times. As a SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER, you will be responsible to: · Visiting and maintaining contact on an agreed basis in accordance with LBC guidelines and policies, to support, supervise and guide the foster carer . · Working flexibly to ensure an appropriate level of support is offered. Identifying and advising the deputy team manager or team manager of problems arising with carers and/or their placements ensuring appropriate and timely action may follow . · Reporting significant issues/and or...

Role: Care worker/Support worker Grade: L3 Temp/Perm Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a care worker/support worker on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their people department in the adult social care division. About the Role To provide personal social and domestic support to customers of the respite service as specified by individual care plans. As an adult support worker/care worker, you will be responsible to: To support service users in meeting their physical/behavioural needs including assisting toileting, medication, enabling to eat, lifting and moving mobility. To offer stimulation and motivation through conversation and social activity in order to assist service users in developing their confidence and independence. To assist people, as required, with budgeting, shopping, outings and community activities as planned with the knowledge of senior staff on duty. To report immediately to the line manager or, failing that, the most senior member of staff on duty...

Location: Ealing (Hybrid / Office‑based - up to 5 days per week, workload dependent) 📄Contract: 3 months (🔁 strong likelihood of extension) 🚀Start Date: ASAP 🗓 Interviews: ASAP 💷 Pay Rates £20.96 per hour (PAYE) £27.33 per hour (Umbrella) 🧭 About the Role Ealing Council is seeking an experienced Parking Appeals & Processing Officer to support the Business Processing Manager in delivering a high‑performing parking administration service. This is a hands‑on, legislation‑driven role focused on parking appeals, statutory compliance, complex customer correspondence, and professional representation at London Tribunals. ✅ Post subject to safer recruitment practices - DBS required. 🔑 Key Responsibilities 🎯 Prepare and present appeal cases to London Tribunals, including evidence collation and attendance at hearings 📝 Assess and respond to PCN representations, applying discretion in line with legislation and Council policy 💻 Update PCN and permit cases on parking systems;...

Social Worker - Looked After Children Weybridge £38-£42ph Contract | Hybrid Connect2Socialwork are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a Looked After Children team in Weybridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team, making a real impact on outcomes for children in care. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Looked After Children, ensuring their safety, stability and wellbeing Complete assessments, care planning and reviews in line with statutory guidance Work closely with families, carers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes Respond to unauthorised absences, implementing risk management strategies Attend and contribute to reviews, conferences and multi-agency meetings Maintain accurate and timely case recordsRequirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Proven experience within Looked After Children services Strong knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation Ability to...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next challenge in a high-performing Assessment Team? Join a supportive and forward-thinking local authority near Edgware, North London, offering a flexible hybrid working model and a strong focus on professional development and manageable caseloads. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact at the front door of children's services, working with families at the point of first intervention and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. 🌟 Why Apply? Hybrid working - typically 1-2 days in the office Structured working pattern with a dedicated duty week every 4th week (office-based) Collaborative, well-supported Assessment Service Opportunities for career development and progression Work within a team committed to safeguarding and positive outcomes 🔍 The Role As a Children's Assessment Social Worker, you will: Undertake Section 17 & Section 47 assessments Carry out timely,...