15 jobs found in Halesowen

Senior Practitioner – Safeguarding & Family Support (Children 0-18) Walsall Council £33.50 per hour This role involves leading high-level safeguarding interventions and providing expert support to families with children aged 0-18. You will manage complex cases, mentor staff, and ensure statutory requirements are met to provide a safe environment for Walsall’s most vulnerable young people. Key Responsibilities * Provide professional, comprehensive casework for a caseload of children and young people. * Lead on complex safeguarding investigations, ensuring all conclusions are evidenced and action plans are realistic. * Prepare and submit expert written reports, including statements and care plans for court proceedings. * Proactively work in partnership with external agencies, parents, and carers. * Attend conferences, reviews, and court hearings, presenting the Council’s plans with professionalism. Team Leadership & Development * Provide guidance and...

Associate Consultant – Test Lead + Senior System Tester Join RT Consulting: Associate Consulting workforce Sector: Government / Public Safety Clearance: Active SC + NPPV3 required IR35: Outside – 6 month initial contract Location: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite – Solihull) Start: ASAP Who we are RT Consulting are a trusted management consultancy and service provider. We deliver highly capable and effective value for money solutions to our clients as the ‘customer friend’ and trusted partner across Defence, Policing, Central and Local Government. Who you are We are seeking Test Leads and Senior System Testers with current SC + NPPV3 clearance lead testing strategy and execution across large, multi team programmes, ensuring quality is embedded across the full software delivery lifecycle. What you’ll be doing * Define and lead programme-level test strategy and governance * Oversee system, integration, regression, and performance testing * Drive automation using JUnit,...

It is essential that the postholder a professional qualification in social work, and current Social Work England (SWE) registration. It is essential that the postholder has: • Experience of working with children/young people in a statutory social care setting, including those in need of safeguarding, and /or equivalent experience of working with adults. • Experience of decision making relating to safeguarding either within a children’s social care arena or an equivalent adult’s arena. • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of people. It is essential that the postholder has the ability to travel throughout the county, including areas where there is limited public transport and be able to reach, including but not limited to, families, young people, internal and external clients and within a timely manner. • WCF reserves the right to alter the content of this job description, after consultation to reflect changes to the job or services provided,...

Contact Worker – Children’s Services (Worcestershire County Council) ? ? Location: Worcestershire ? Apply now: (url removed) Are you passionate about supporting children and families to build stronger, safer relationships? Worcestershire County Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Contact Worker to join the Family Contact Service, playing a vital role in safeguarding and supporting children across the county. ? The Role As a Contact Worker, you’ll supervise and support contact sessions between children and their families as part of an assessment, plan, or review. You’ll play a key role in promoting positive family relationships, empowering parents and carers to meet their children’s needs, and ensuring that every child’s voice is heard and respected. You’ll work closely with Social Workers and other professionals in the team around the family, ensuring safe, nurturing environments for every child you support. ? Key Responsibilities Supervise and support family...

Our client, Telford and Wrekin Council are looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Family Safegaurding team Hybrid working, but there is an expectation that there will be a mix of office based and home working as agreed with the team manager. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour,...

Locum Children’s Social Worker Child Protection / Safeguarding Team Warwickshire County Council £33.30 per hour (in line with the West Midlands Memorandum of Understanding) Warwickshire County Council are seeking experienced and dedicated Locum Children’s Social Workers to join the Child Protection and Safeguarding Teams. They are committed to delivering high-quality services that put children, young people and families at the heart of everything they do and they require a locum to help the team at this critical time of young people going back to school. Manage a caseload of children subject to child protection plans, children in need and those who are looked after. Undertake assessments and statutory visits in line with national and local safeguarding procedures. Develop and implement robust care plans in partnership with children, families and multi-agency professionals. Prepare high-quality reports and present evidence in court proceedings where required. Contribute to child...

Family Practitioner Children’s Services – Staffordshire County Council Our Vision A county where big ambitions, great connections and greener living give everyone the opportunity to prosper, be healthy and happy. Our Outcomes Everyone in Staffordshire will: Have access to more good jobs and share the benefit of economic growth Be healthier and more independent for longer Feel safer, happier and more supported in their community Our Values Our People Strategy is centred on what matters most to our communities and our workforce: Ambitious – We are ambitious for our communities and citizens Courageous – We recognise challenges and make brave decisions Empowering – We support our people to do their jobs well and grow About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Family Practitioner to work restoratively with children, young people and families, offering high support and high challenge to help stabilise family life and prevent family breakdown. You will work as part of a...

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire Working Hours: Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £24.39 - £33.30 per hour (depending on experience) Start Date: ASAP Staffordshire County Council is currently recruiting experienced Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and Senior/Advanced Practitioners to join the East Staffs Duty Hub on an agency basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-regarded local authority that places a strong emphasis on quality practice, professional development, and positive outcomes for children and families. About the Team Team: East Staffs Duty Hub Team size: 11 Location: Office-based in Burton-on-Trent Parking: Free parking available at the rear of the office Working pattern: Hybrid working - a balance of home and office-based work Key Responsibilities Arranging and chairing strategy meetings Completing Section 47 enquiries Undertaking initial visits Completing Section 47 and Section 17 Child and...

School Minibus Driver Needed  Position: Minibus Driver Location: Cradley Heath  Contract: Full-time, Temp–Perm Start Date: ASAP About the School: We currently work with aSEND School based in Cradley Heath who are seeking a reliable and caring Minibus Driver to join their team. The school is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all pupils. Safe and consistent transport is a vital part of ensuring pupils arrive ready to learn and return home securely each day. Role Overview: As a Minibus Driver, you will be responsible for the safe transportation of pupils to and from school and, where required, to off-site activities. You will play a key role in supporting pupils’ wellbeing by ensuring journeys are calm, punctual, and carried out with care and professionalism. Shift Pattern: This role operates on a split shift basis: Morning Shift: 6:30 AM – 9:30 AM Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Exact times may vary depending on routes.) Key...

Our client, Herefordshire Council, is looking for a Team Manager to join their Safeguarding and Support service. Location: Leominster Hours: 37 hours Pay: £41.42 per hour Umbrella 45p per mile business mileage Up to £150 per week accommodation expenseHerefordshire Council Safeguarding & Support Teams The Children's Safeguarding & Support teams are based across Herefordshire as we move to a locality-based model. Teams will be located in the North, South and Central areas of the county with good transport links to get around the City as needed. The staff are very welcoming and are always keen to offer help and guidance if needed to anyone new to the team. There are six teams which are made up of a Team Manager and five social workers each. The locality base for this post is Leominster, with flexibility for working at home within a plan agreed as part of your appointment to the post, however you will be expected to attend some meetings in person and attend the office as...

Residential Care Support Worker Swalcliffe Park School is an Outstanding-rated specialist residential school, offering a rewarding opportunity to support autistic young people to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Residential Support Worker, Care Assistant, Children’s Support Worker, SEN Support Worker, Children’s Residential Care Worker, Residential Childcare Practitioner SALARY: £32,364 to £36,039 per annum including Sleep In payment (2026 pay award pending) + Benefits BENEFITS: Generous Holiday (9 weeks’ paid holiday to be taken in school holidays), NEST Pension Scheme, Sickness entitlement 2 weeks full pay 2 weeks half pay and free meal on shift LOCATION: Swalcliffe, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire (OX15) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Maternity Cover for up to 1 year WORKING HOURS: Afternoons and evenings, plus every other weekend, including sleep-in duties JOB OVERVIEW...

Locum Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Competitive Rates & Supportive Team Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 Pay: Up to £33.30 per hour (umbrella) Location: Stoke On Trent Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents? Stoke on Trent Council is currently seeking experienced Social Workers / Senior Practitioners to join their Children's Services teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, well-established authority where your skills, experience, and professional judgement are truly valued. Your Role As a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner, you will: Complete statutory Child & Family Assessments Manage a caseload of Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children Develop, implement, and review care and support plans Lead and contribute to multi-agency and safeguarding meetings Assess risk and ensure timely, effective interventions Support and mentor colleagues (Senior...

Our client, Leicester City Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Looked after childrens team Would they like someone with LAC-specific experience or could they come from another team such as CP or Assessment? Specific LAC experienced desired, but would consider someone with a background in CP / Assessment who has some LAC experience. Working arrangements - how much office time is expected? Generally two days a week as a target to build relationships with team, subject to the visits and meetings. Approx. caseload numbers 20 Would they consider someone who could offer condensed or PT hours? Would consider condensed hours Parking arrangements - with it being the city centre is there a supplement or discount available? Nearby city centre parking available which is reimbursed. Reason for the role and how long is it likely to last? To fill vacant post, 6 months+ likely Can you please confirm the range covered by the team and anything specific we need to know about...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker for Children In Need (CIN Team)with Leicester City Council. If you have experience in court work and child protection, and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this could be the perfect role for you! Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children In Need (CIN Team) Pay Rate: £38 per hour Location: 93 Charles Street, Halford Street, Leicester, LE1 1FQ, United Kingdom Working Hours: Monday to Thursday - 8:30am to 5:00pm | Friday - 8:30am to 4:30pm (with the possibility of out-of-hours or duty tasks as required) Hybrid Working: On-site Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with flexibility to work additional days as agreed with the Team Manager. About the Role: Leicester City Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need (CIN) Team. This is an exciting opportunity for social workers who have strong...

Belmont Recruitment is currently working in partnership with Staffordshire Council to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Family Time Worker. This is initially a 3 month temporary contract working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Key Responsibilities * Supporting and supervising family time sessions between children and their birth families * Helping children understand their birth identity in a safe, supportive way * Building and maintaining professional relationships whilst managing complex family dynamics and behaviours * Supporting children to and from school and family time visits where necessary * Working flexibly to meet the needs of families, including early starts, late finishes, evenings, and occasional weekends * Keeping clear, accurate, and detailed session records in line with recording policies * Working collaboratively with social workers, carers, schools, and partner agencies Essential...