36 jobs found in Halifax

Bradford Metropolitan District Council Social Worker – Children and Families Team Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children and Families Team. You will work with children and families across a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, safeguarding interventions, and long-term planning to improve outcomes and promote positive change. This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships with families while working within a supportive multi-agency environment. Key Responsibilities Complete Child and Family Assessments under the Children Act. Manage a caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care cases where required. Develop and implement effective support and safeguarding plans. Undertake direct work with children and families. Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies....

Bradford Metropolitan District Council Social Worker – Child Protection Team Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Child Protection Team. You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, undertaking assessments and interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively. This is a rewarding frontline role where you will manage complex cases, undertake direct work with families, and collaborate with partner agencies to achieve positive and lasting change. Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments. Manage a caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases. Develop and implement robust safety and care plans. Undertake Public Law Outline (PLO) work and court proceedings where required. Work collaboratively with health, education, police,...

Our Oldham council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Children in our care team. 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, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on...

Our client Bolton council is looking for a Family Support Worker to join their Referral & Assessment team. Main Duties To contribute to risk assessments and protecting children and young people from danger, harm, and abuse To plan and record interventions effectively, to support and contribute to the overall assessment held by referring social care teams To deliver quality interventions within the Framework for Action parenting capacity guidance To offer support and evidence-based intervention around child development using EYFS (Early Years Framework Strategy) guidance and behaviour management strategies To work in partnership with families on protection plans in their own home, where appropriate To communicate and work with a range of professionals and agencies ensuring a seamless service for children and families, managing, and providing information to support effective decision-making To work alongside social workers contributing to assessments and care plansBenefits of...

City of Doncaster Council Social Worker – Early Help Team Pay Rate: £35 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role City of Doncaster Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Early Help Team. You will work with children, young people, and families at the earliest opportunity to prevent issues from escalating and ensure families receive the right support at the right time. This role focuses on building positive relationships, undertaking assessments, coordinating support services, and helping families achieve sustainable change. Key Responsibilities Complete Early Help Assessments and plans. Work directly with children, young people, and families to identify needs and strengths. Coordinate multi-agency interventions and support packages. Promote positive outcomes through preventative and family-led approaches. Undertake safeguarding activity where concerns arise. Work closely with schools, health professionals, and community...

Our client Warrington Borough Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital team. Primary purpose and scope of the job The Integrated Transfer of Care Hub is a multi-organisational Health and Social care team based within North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust; With a shared vision to 'support the residents of Warrington and Halton to live well, independently at home for as long as they are able'. Our primary role is to ensure safe and timely assessment and discharges from Hospital to various primary care/ community settings. The post holder will be expected to work on a rotational basis; the Integrated Discharge Team provides a 7-day service between the hours of 8am - 6pm each day. Within the framework of legislation and Council policies and procedures, to work as a Social Worker within the team. Adopting a Hospital Discharge model and a Home First approach, you will facilitate safe and timely transfer from hospital into the community. Key...

Locum Children's Social Worker – Duty Team St Helens £35.37 per hour (Umbrella) An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Duty Team in St Helens on a locum basis. This fast-paced frontline team is responsible for responding to referrals from MASH, undertaking assessments, managing Section 47 investigations, and progressing Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Public Law Outline (PLO) work. You will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective interventions, with the child's welfare at the centre of all decision-making. The Duty Team provides short-term intervention, holding cases until assessments are completed and plans are established before stepping cases down or transferring them to longer-term teams where required. Key Responsibilities: * Respond to referrals and complete statutory assessments * Manage CIN, CP, and PLO cases * Undertake Section 47 investigations * Work...

We are currently recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Children in Care (CIC) Team within Halton Borough Council. This role specifically focuses on supporting young people aged 16 to 18 as they prepare to transition to independence or leaving care services. You will be part of a supportive and established team dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for looked after children and care leavers. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of young people aged 16-18 within the Children in Care pathway. Maybe some court work involved. Undertake statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation and local procedures. Work collaboratively with Personal Advisors, IROs, education providers, housing, health services, and other professionals to support the transition to independence. Ensure young people are prepared for leaving care by promoting their participation in pathway planning and decision-making. Carry out comprehensive assessments and...

Children's Support Worker - Domestic Abuse Sector (Derbyshire) Location: Derbyshire Contract: Full-time Role Overview Support children and young people affected by domestic abuse Provide emotional and practical support in safe, structured environments Help children recover from trauma and build resilience Deliver one-to-one and group-based interventions Promote emotional wellbeing, stability, and confidence Work with families to support recovery and safeguarding Key Responsibilities Conduct risk and needs assessments for children and young people Develop and implement individual support plans Deliver age-appropriate emotional support sessions and activities Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times Maintain accurate and timely case notes and records Liaise with social workers, schools, health services, and other agencies Support families in accessing housing, benefits, and community services Advocate for children to ensure their voice is heard Essential...

Qualified Social Worker Location: Huyton, Merseyside Rate: £31.15 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Temporary / Agency Contract Hours: Full-Time We are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join a busy and supportive local authority team in Huyton, Merseyside. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner looking to make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children, families, or adults while working within a collaborative and professional environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, developing effective support plans, and working closely with partner agencies to deliver high-quality social work services. Key Responsibilities Needs Assessments Undertake comprehensive assessments of service users' practical, emotional, social, and care needs. Identify risks, strengths, and required interventions to support positive outcomes. Safeguarding *...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for a Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disability team. Job purpose The provision of professional social work support and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services.Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services in line with departmental policies and procedures and statutory guidance eg: The Care Act (2014). To understand and take appropriate part in the department's safeguarding adults' procedures. This includes, identification, investigation and at H2 taking the role of Safeguarding Lead. To work closely with other teams, including undertaking joint assessments, with providers, carers...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Role Purpose The provision of professional social work support safeguarding enquiries and interventions to enable individuals to maximise and maintain their independence and quality of life in a range of settings and provide proportionate protections from abuse and neglect for adults with care and support needs. To support individuals, their families and carers to ensure that their social care needs are met by undertaking holistic assessments, the provision of advice and information and facilitating access to a range of services. That they are safeguarded from abuse or neglect (or the risk of abuse or neglect). To ensure that the voice of people supported and their families and carers are heard during the safeguarding process.Duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services, in line with departmental policies, procedures and statutory...

Our client Blackpool Council is looking for an Adults Team manager to join their Community team. Job Purpose The post holder will assist the Team Manager in the provision of line management and leadership to the social care staff. This is part of ensuring the team delivers a high quality responsive service to adults and older adults under the leadership of the Team Manager. The post holder will advise and support staff on the statutory duties delivered by Local Authorities under the Care Act 2014, including advice and guidance on related legislation, e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, etc. Deputise for the Team Manager as required.Responsibilities Assist the Team Manager in the line management of the team including, qualified social workers, case assessors and support workers. Assist the Team Manager to prioritise the allocation of work and oversee workload management and performance of team members. Work to the standards in the professional capabilities...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Family Support team. In Blackpool we believe Children can achieve better outcomes when they are supported by their families and community and as a result we: Work 'with' families, not 'do things to them'. Are child focussed, but support the whole family via our strengths based approach. Build and nurture trusted relationships with children and families. Be consistent and do what we say we will do. Ensure that when formal intervention is required, we manage it at the lowest possible level. Support our workforce and challenge them to deliver a great service. Encourage our families and communities to be aspirational for themselves and each other. Respect difference in families and communities and ensure we are inclusive. Be transparent and objective in our decision making. Learn from what works and what does not work and keep developing our services to build on the things that deliver the right...

Our client Liverpool city council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Early Help team. Duties include; Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance and support, reflecting the function of the team and Childrens Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation. Undertake Short Break Assessments and Carers assessments in reviewing Short Breaks arrangements with full risk analysis Ensure Care Plans and Reviews are kept up to date at all times Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings i.e. SEND Tribunals Be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, evidence based tools, critical reflection and analysis to inform this. Model critical reflection and evidence based decision making and support others in developing these. Demonstrate a...

Social Worker – Early Help & Short Breaks Team | Liverpool City Council | Up to £35 per hour Sheldon Phillips are working with Liverpool City Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Early Help and Short Breaks Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children with disabilities and their families through targeted interventions, assessments, and support planning. You will work with children with disabilities and their families to assess needs, coordinate support services, and provide access to short breaks and specialist resources. The role focuses on promoting positive outcomes, family resilience, and preventing escalation to statutory intervention where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Undertake Child and Family Assessments for children with disabilities. Complete Short Breaks Assessments and Carers Assessments. Develop and review support plans tailored to individual family needs. Work closely with education, health, and community...

Fostering Social Worker – Kinship Assessment Team | Liverpool City Council | £40 per hour Sheldon Phillips are currently recruiting for an experienced Fostering Social Worker to join Liverpool City Council's Kinship Assessment Team. This role is ideal for practitioners with a strong background in Connected Persons, Viability Assessments, and Special Guardianship Order (SGO) assessments. You will undertake comprehensive assessments of family members and connected persons who are being considered as carers for children unable to remain in the care of their parents. The role requires strong analytical skills, robust assessment experience, and the ability to present evidence-based recommendations. Key Responsibilities Complete Connected Persons Assessments and Special Guardianship Order (SGO) Assessments. Undertake Viability Assessments for family and extended family members. Assess the capacity of prospective carers to meet children's long-term needs. Prepare detailed...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting a Care Worker for our client based in Nottingham and surrounding areas. Responsibilities for Care Worker: * Providing personcentred care and support to children and adults with complex physical and learning disabilities. * Assisting individuals with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. * Supporting service users with mobility needs, including the safe use of hoists, wheelchairs, and other mobility equipment. * Following and implementing individual care plans tailored to each person's needs and goals. * Promoting independence and encouraging individuals to develop daily living skills. * Supporting service users with medication administration in line with policies and procedures....