42 jobs found in London

Pensions Specialist | Hybrid | £33.93 per hour (Umbrella) | Ongoing Contract Ceto Talent are supporting a confidential public sector organisation in sourcing a Pensions Specialist with strong LGPS expertise for an initial contract opportunity. This Pensions Specialist role requires a technically strong individual who can confidently manage end-to-end pension administration within a fast-paced HR Shared Services environment. Location: Hybrid (approx. 2 days onsite per week) Contract Length: Ongoing contract Rate: £33.93 per hour (umbrella) Requirements To be considered for this Pensions Specialist position, you must have: * Proven, recent experience working with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) * Strong hands-on experience managing full pension lifecycle administration (starters, leavers, retirements, quotes) * Ability to perform detailed pension calculations, including CARE elements * Experience navigating and using LGPS portals * Ability to manage...

Business Analyst - Housing Services Initial 3‑Month Contract | Newham £400 per day (Umbrella) Full-Time (36 hrs/week) | Hybrid (2-3 days per week on-site at Dockside, Newham) Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM 📌 A Fantastic Opportunity to Drive Transformation in Housing Services We're seeking a skilled Business Analyst to join a high‑performing team in Newham, playing a key role in reshaping Housing Services through service redesign, process improvement, and performance optimisation. This role is perfect for someone passionate about driving meaningful change in the public sector while improving outcomes for residents. 🔧 Key Responsibilities Service Redesign & Improvement Lead and support service redesign across all HRA Capital Programme Services. Apply structured improvement methodologies to deliver better service outcomes. Analyse existing service models to identify inefficiencies, duplication, and risks. Develop evidence-based recommendations and support the implementation of...

We are looking to recruit a Senior Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Ealing Council. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.    Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments Managing a varied caseload (CIN, CP, PLO and Court cases) Court Reports Section 47's To be successful: For this role you will need to be a Senior Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children’s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team. Benefits of Working for Ealing Council: Our client cares about their staff, recognise the...

Qualified Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge team with the Social Care industry in Greenwich. The Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge team vacancy in Greenwich will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.   Responsibilities include: Working with Vulnerable Adults within a hospital setting Report writing and making assessments Developing care plans Care management Managing complex cases Liaising with other professional bodies Arranging safe and timely discharges for service users Self-directed support / personal budgets  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working within a Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge team within the UK Social Care industry.  The Team: Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels.  Minimum Requirements: HCPC Registration 1 year post...

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...

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 &...

Social Worker | Public Sector (Adults & Children) We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Social Workers to join our public sector team, supporting both adults and children to achieve positive outcomes and improved wellbeing. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload across adult and children’s services, undertaking assessments, developing care plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and support vulnerable individuals and families. You will play a key role in promoting independence, protecting those at risk, and ensuring services are delivered in line with statutory responsibilities and best practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, sound professional judgement, and the ability to manage complex and sensitive situations with empathy and resilience. A clear understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding frameworks for both adults and children, and ethical practice is essential. Key...

Customer Service Professional | Public Sector Focus A reliable and customer-focused professional with proven experience delivering high-quality service within public sector environments. Skilled in handling a wide range of enquiries, including face-to-face, telephone, and digital communications, while ensuring each interaction is managed with professionalism, empathy, and efficiency. Demonstrates a strong understanding of public sector values, including equality, diversity, confidentiality, and accountability. Experienced in resolving complex issues, de-escalating challenging situations, and providing clear, accurate information in line with organisational policies and procedures. Key strengths include: * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Strong organisational and time management abilities * Ability to prioritise workloads and manage high volumes of enquiries * Confident in using IT systems and customer service platforms * Calm, patient, and...

A well-known public sector organisation are currently seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to support a series of high‑priority operational technology programmes for a major emergency‑services organisation. Role: Senior Procurement & Contracts Specialist Duration: 6-month contract Pay: Up to £500 p/day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Location: London (1/2 days onsite) This is a unique role leading end‑to‑end procurement and managing key technology and operational contracts within the organisation, specifically supporting projects and systems used in control room / operational / blue-light environments. End‑to‑End Procurement Delivery: Lead full‑cycle procurement for three key operational technology initiatives Lead full procurement lifecycle from strategy and market engagement through to tendering and contract award. Managing stakeholder engagement across operations, ICT, control centre teams, and senior leadership. Developing commercial models, evaluation...

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...

Good Afternoon, I am currently representing Westminster Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3- 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience We are looking for a Coroners Officer this role will be: SW1V2JR The right candidate will: The Coroner’s Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the Coroner’s Service in investigating sudden, unexplained, violent or unnatural deaths, including deaths that occur in custody or other forms of state detention. The role involves managing cases from initial referral through to the conclusion of the investigation or inquest, ensuring all necessary enquiries are completed to the required legal standard and contributing to public safety. * Undertake the judicial instructions and orders of the Coroner and assist the HM Senior Coroner, Area and Assistant Coroners in fulfilling their statutory duties. *...

Waltham Forest | Locum | Up to £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team, with potential for appointment at Senior Social Worker level depending on experience. This is a frontline role focused on protecting children and supporting families through effective statutory interventions and relationship-based practice. You will manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases, working closely with families and partner agencies to ensure children are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake comprehensive assessments and risk analysis Develop and review Child in Need and Child Protection plans Lead and participate in multi-agency safeguarding meetings Work directly with children and families to promote positive change Prepare high-quality reports and maintain accurate...

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...

Local Authority Housing, Homelessness Officer, Central London    Pay rate £30.77 per hour  Contract role, Local Authority Housing Services    Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Homelessness Officer in the Central London area.  You will need to have worked in a similar role within a Local Authority Housing Department, and have experience of the following:  Proven experience of homelessness casework   Experience working within homelessness services   Experience handling both prevention and relief duties   Knowledge and understanding of homelessness legislation and associated policies   Experience working with families within a housing or homelessness context Key Responsibilities  Undertake homelessness casework across prevention and relief duties, including work with families Manage a caseload proactively with minimal supervision, progressing cases efficiently to resolution Liaise with service users, colleagues, and partner agencies via email, telephone, and face-to-face...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Bedford. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.    Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments LAC Reviews Giving Evidence Managing a varied caseload Court Reports Section 47'sTo be successful: For this role you will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children’s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team. Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years’ worth of experience in recruiting directly into the...

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

Corporate Policy/Performance Manager Hybrid (3 days onsite) Competitive Day Rate (400 PD Inside IR35) Immediate Start / 3-6 months Our trusted partner, that is government owned is hiring a Corporate Policy & Performance Manager to lead large scale policy or performance programmes across the organisation. We’re looking for an experienced leader to drive high-profile, cross-organisational programmes within a complex public sector environment. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver key strategic priorities following a major organisational reset. To be successful you must have local authority capabilites. Key Responsibilities Lead large-scale policy or performance programmes across the organisation Engage and influence senior stakeholders (Director level+) Provide governance, challenge and assurance across delivery Manage budgets, risks, dependencies and delivery plans Establish and run programme boards and working groups Produce high-quality outputs (business...