38 jobs found in East Bergholt

Family Time Practitioner – Suffolk County Council Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a Family Time Practitioner Opus People Solutions are recruiting Family Time Practitioners to support Children’s Services by supervising and facilitating Family Time sessions between children and their families. This is a rewarding role where you will play a key part in ensuring children experience safe, positive and meaningful contact with those who matter most to them. Experience: • Safeguard children throughout Family Time sessions, ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times • Supervise and facilitate sessions in a nurturing, supportive and child centred environment • Observe and assess interactions between children and parents, providing constructive feedback where appropriate • Maintain accurate, detailed records of observations, outcomes and any concerns • Work collaboratively with Social Workers and other professionals to support children’s plans • Deliver Family Time in a range of...

The Head of Service will lead and modernise social care and delivery services to children, their families and carers, whilst ensuring the best deployment of resources that provide the highest quality of service. There will be a need to performance manage 3 service managers that cover CSPOC (formally MASH+), Assessment & Intervention, Family Support & Protection Team and Children with Disabilities. The Head of Service will lead, develop, provide direction and create a supportive, innovative and transparent environment for the wider service, so that individuals can work collaboratively to enable practice groups to achieve excellence in service delivery. As part of the Children's Social Care management team, the new Head of Service will share responsibility for the development and implementation of the annual service plan, including identification of learning and development needs to support targets and direction. This will reflect broader council and departmental...

About the Role Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our fast‑paced Assessment Team in Ely.Our Assessment Teams are lively, dynamic, and committed to delivering high‑quality, timely support to children, young people, and families across the community. You will work in an environment where the pace is fast, the work is varied, and multi‑agency collaboration is central to achieving strong outcomes. Due to the immediate nature of assessment work, you will often see positive change quickly. Key Responsibilities Complete timely assessments of children and families, in line with statutory guidance and local procedures. Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring all work is prioritised effectively and completed within required timescales. Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries, gathering and analysing information to make informed decisions about risk and safety. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education,...

Social Worker | Adults | Norfolk County Council Up to £43.38ph | High-Level Complexity & Autonomy Are you a seasoned Adult Social Worker looking for a high-yield locum contract that rewards clinical expertise? Norfolk County Council is seeking high-caliber practitioners to join their Adult Social Care teams. This is a mobile, community-based role designed for those who thrive on autonomy and complex casework. The Role: Complexity and Autonomy This position goes beyond basic care planning. You will manage a specialist caseload that requires sophisticated risk management and a strengths-based approach. * Lead Safeguarding: Take the helm on complex Section 42 investigations, multi-agency policy implementation, and high-risk capacity/Best Interest issues. * Strategic Planning: Coordinate and monitor care packages, advocating for service users to ensure outcomes are met, not just recorded. * Expert Reporting: Provide high-level written reports for...

Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to join the Children In Care Team Covering Dartford, Swanley and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children In Care. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex cases involving high levels of risk and needs to a high standard to ensure resources are utilised effectively.. Provide a high quality resource of professional social work knowledge and expertise to a team of Social Workers, to include student supervision, chairing complex meetings, assisted fieldwork, attendance in court, case audits and reviews etc, to assist the team in ensuring that it carries out its core tasks to a high standard. Provide coaching and mentoring support to Social Workers, including those undertaking...

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Transition Support Service, Community Services in Waltham Forest. Transition social worker to work in a 0-25 Service Team. must have Learning Disability experience. To work across the boundaries of Children’s and Adult Services to enable a joined up approach to the management of transition planning and in supporting young people with disabilities to develop their maximum potential. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role: * To develop transition planning for young people who are eligible for services and support from Adult Health and Social Care services. * To ensure that there are effective arrangements in place which support a smooth transition for young people with disabilities from Children’s Services to Adult Health and Social Care provision. * To provide the highest standard of care and commitment to supporting young people with disabilities in ensuring...

A North London Council requires an additional Tree Officer to join its existing, busy team of arboriculture officers. The department is responsible for the management and inspection of the Council's tree stock and as such the role encompasses a broad range of duties including; tree inspections, specifying remedial works, instructing contractors and monitoring works, updating the in house tree database and dealing with the public and other stake holder enquiries. Suitable candidates should be educated to a minimum of a Level 3 in Arboriculture, be a good communicator and ideally have industry experience surveying trees. In return a PAYE rate of £23.45 is offered plus 28 days holiday (including banks). This is a temporary role which may become permanent after a probationary period

Sheer Jobs Limited is recruiting for an experienced interim professional to lead a review and transformation of safeguarding and quality assurance services within Adult Social Care. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive review of safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), the Principal Social Worker function, Quality Assurance, the Client Affairs Team, and the Professional Standards Academy. They will assess service effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and evaluate connectivity with wider operational and commissioning services to address any recurring challenges. The role will involve developing a proposed service restructure, including practical recommendations and options for a mini-restructure where appropriate. The candidate will also explore commercial opportunities within the Client Affairs function to support wider transformation objectives. Strong stakeholder engagement will be required to ensure alignment...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker –Children’s Safeguarding Team within the Social Care industry in Hertfordshire. Responsibilities include: Producing Court Reports Attending LAC Reviews, Case conferences and Child Protection meetings Working with Public Law Outline (PLO) Section 47s Core AssessmentsExperience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working within a statutory Children’s Safeguarding Social Work team within the UK. The team: Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels.Minimum Requirements: SWE Registration 1 year post qualifying experience within UK Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide  DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly paymentTo discuss this Qualified Social Worker –Children’s Safeguarding Team...

Senior Social Worker – Children’s Services | Earn Up to £37 per Hour | Barnet Council | Hybrid Working Are you an experienced and passionate Senior Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join a highly supportive and forward-thinking team at Barnet Council, where your expertise will make a real difference in the lives of children and families. The Role We are seeking a skilled Senior Social Worker to join a long-term team managing a varied caseload including: * Children in Need (CIN) * Child Protection (CP) * Court work You will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work practice, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children while working collaboratively with families and partner agencies. Key Requirements * Proven experience working within CIN, CP, and court proceedings * Strong assessment, analytical, and case management skills * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment * Social Work qualification and registration with...

SW Locums need a Qualified Social Worker for this role that sits in the children's disability team (children up to 18 years old). Experience of working in this team is essential Hybrid working but there will be some office days to be agreed as some of the role will also to offer advice and signposting to families. Candidates must have a recognised professional Social Work Qualification – eg DipSW, CQSW or equivalent and either hold a Practice Educator qualification and/or be willing to achieve this qualification within first year of employment. You must also hold right to work in the UK, a minimum of 3 years post qualified social work experience in a permanent role in the UK in a similar statutory setting to meet DfE guidelines and hold active Social Work England registration. Essential requirements and experience: * Must have substantial and demonstrable experience of working as a qualified social worker within a statutory Children’s Social Care setting. * Must have experience...

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Children's Services in Islington. The role is a long term temp position working 35 hours per week. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role will be to ensure children and young people are safe, can overcome difficulties and can form secure relationships through their childhood and into their adulthood. As a Child and Family Social Worker you will be responsible for working with children in need of help and protection or looked after children and care-leavers, whilst maintaining the focus on safeguarding. You will work directly with the child or young person and their family or carer to build empathic, purposeful relationships that facilitate meaningful and sustainable change, as well as stability in placement and permanency for children. You will share and exercise the organisational practice ethos which places Motivational Practice and trauma-informed practice at the...

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Category Manager to lead high‑value, strategically important commercial activity within a fast‑paced, high‑performing Commercial function. This role will suit a senior commercial professional with deep expertise in technology procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering value through commercial transformation. Client Details This public sector organisation operates as a medium-sized entity, focusing on delivering robust services and fostering fair competition. It is committed to maintaining high standards in procurement practices and ensuring value for money in all its operations. Description Lead delivery of Technology Category procurement activity to the highest professional standards. Implement and embed effective category management and contract management practices. Be accountable for the timely, compliant and assured delivery of all commercial arrangements. Drive performance and commercial value...

Senior Social Worker – Children & Families (Families First Team) Location: Shefford, Central Bedfordshire Pay Rate: Up to £36.00 per hour Contract: 3–6 months (initial) Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid (office presence required for key duties) Employer: Central Bedfordshire Council About the Role Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Families First Team, supporting its journey from “Good” to “Outstanding” with Ofsted. This is a relationship-based role where you will work with children and families from assessment through to intervention, ensuring consistent support and improved long-term outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage a complex caseload involving Child in Need, Child Protection, and care proceedings * Complete high-quality assessments, care plans, and risk analyses * Prepare and present evidence in court * Build effective relationships with children and families * Chair and contribute to...

Our client is seeking experienced Caseworkers to play a key role in a high-profile government initiative supporting eligible Afghan nationals and their families who assisted UK operations. This is a sensitive and high-impact position within the Defence sector, ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and emotional resilience. Key Responsibilities * Manage and progress casework in line with government policy, ensuring fair, well-documented, and transparent decisions. * Analyse complex information from multiple sources to reach accurate conclusions. * Handle confidential and, at times, distressing material with professionalism and care. * Work to daily case targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. * Communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. * Ensure full compliance with data protection and information security requirements. Essential Skills &...

FTC until the end of 2026 We are working with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), a professional membership body representing architects and championing excellence in the built environment. This Senior Policy Advisor role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced policy professional to play a leading role in shaping and delivering RIBA's policy programme. The role offers the chance to influence public policy across key built environment issues and ensure RIBA's expertise and member insight are reflected in national policy debate. Reporting to the Director of Policy and Public Affairs and working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the Senior Policy Advisor will act as RIBA's in‑house policy expert. The role combines policy development, research and consultation work with high‑level stakeholder engagement, including supporting engagement with parliamentarians, government and the wider sector. Main Responsibilities Design and deliver a policy...

We are working with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), a professional membership body representing architects and championing excellence in the built environment. This Senior Policy Advisor role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced policy professional to play a leading role in shaping and delivering RIBA's policy programme. The role offers the chance to influence public policy across key built environment issues and ensure RIBA's expertise and member insight are reflected in national policy debate. Reporting to the Director of Policy and Public Affairs and working closely with colleagues across the organisation, the Senior Policy Advisor will act as RIBA's in‑house policy expert. The role combines policy development, research and consultation work with high‑level stakeholder engagement, including supporting engagement with parliamentarians, government and the wider sector. Main Responsibilities Design and deliver a policy programme that feeds into long...

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...

Children’s Social Worker – Southwark Council Pay: Up to £35.00 per hour With over 20+ years of experience, SW Locums has been supporting Social Workers in finding roles that match their skills and career goals. We are currently recruiting experienced Children’s Social Workers to join the All Age Disability (AAD) Team in London, supporting children and young people aged 0–25 with learning disabilities and complex needs. About the Role: • Undertake Care Act and Children & Families assessments • Develop outcome-focused support plans • Deliver safeguarding and empowering interventions • Work across a 0–25 service covering both children’s and adult legislation • Promote independence through a strength-based approach Requirements: • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England • Relevant experience in children’s services or disability teams • Strong assessment, safeguarding and case management skills • Ability to manage complex cases and support families...

Locum Family Court Advisor - CAFCASS (Croydon & Grays Inn Road, London) £37 per hour | Mostly Remote | Caritas Recruitment Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role with Children and Families? Caritas Recruitment, as one of CAFCASS's trusted suppliers, is seeking two Locum Family Court Advisors to join CAFCASS in either Croydon or Grays Inn Road, Central London. The Role: As a Family Court Advisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the welfare of children is at the heart of family court proceedings. This role is mostly remote, with in-person family meetings and court attendance required as needed. Your responsibilities will include: Providing expert advice to courts on children's welfare in public and private law cases. Conducting risk assessments and recommending safe outcomes for children. Undertaking direct work with children and families to gather their views. Preparing high-quality court reports within required timescales....