85 jobs found in Newbury

Children's Social Worker Family Help - Safeguarding Team Locum Ongoing Assignment Social workers £42 Hampshire County Council are recruiting Children's Social Workers in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams in Andover, Basingstoke, Fareham & Gosport, Alton, Farnborough, Winchester, Totton & Havant Hampshire Responsibilities: Social workers To have a mixed caseload of families spanning early help and children in need To co- work families alongside our Family Practitioner To work within a smaller defined location/ geographical are To build links with partners/ organisations within local communities Knowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute care Assessments of risks protection & social care needs of individuals, carers, families Undertake joint assessments to ensure all risks considered Take appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies & within legal & statutory framework, to protect...

A central Government authority operating in the defence sector is looking to expand their team with an interim robust Commercial Manager on a contract basis for 6-12 months, hybrid working Location: hybrid working 1-2 days / week in the office in Whittington or Andover Level of Clearance: SC Clearance - candidates holding active SC would benefit of a quicker start date Minimum Requirement: Experienced Commercial Manager, able to work independent & deliver at pace Public sector experience or defence background Good Negotiation skills - lead and manage strategy Experience securing value for money in a non competitive marketWhat you will gain: Amazing rate for great affordability Remote working that you can spend less time travelling and enjoy some time at home Central Government Contract so you can improve prospects for future contracting Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV...

A central Government authority operating in the defence sector is looking to expand their team with an interim robust Commercial Officer on a contract basis for 6-12 months, hybrid working Location: hybrid working 1-2 days / week in the office in Whittington or Andover Level of Clearance: SC Clearance - candidates holding active SC would benefit of a quicker start date Minimum Requirement: Commercial Officer, able to deliver at pace Public sector experience or defence background experience working in highly regulated environmentsWhat you will gain: Amazing rate for great affordability Remote working that you can spend less time travelling and enjoy some time at home Central Government Contract so you can improve prospects for future contracting Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public...

Family Social Worker | Hampshire| Talent Valley Pay: Up to £38 per hour Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Family Social Worker to join their high-performing Children’s Services team. This is a premier opportunity to work within a local authority recognized for its innovation and commitment to professional excellence. Why Hampshire? * Outstanding Reputation: Work for a top-tier council with a proven track record of "Outstanding" service delivery. * Supportive Environment: Benefit from manageable caseloads, regular reflective supervision, and a culture that prioritizes staff wellbeing. * Career Development: Access industry-leading training and modern working arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. Requirements * Social Work England registration. * Proven experience in Children’s Services (Child Protection/CIN). * Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. Your Career, Supported by...

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. *...

Head of Service Improvement - Children's Social Care Rate: £500 per day Location: South West - hybrid working Contract: 12 months + Overview of the Head of Service Improvement role Sellick Partnership is currently supporting a local government organisation in the south west, who are looking for an experienced Head of Service Improvement for Children's Social Care. This is a key leadership post, leading and delivering the roadmap to implement transformation and improvement in respect of children, young people, families and carers. Key responsibilities of the Head of Service Improvement will include: Be fully responsible for all aspects of service delivery and performance management of the Families First Partnership Programme (FFP) and wider care reforms programmes To set clear key objectives for the short, medium and long term including overall business performance and improvement targets To lead the service areas preparation and action planning for inspection outcomes,...

Senior Social Worker: Family Hub Specialist (Non-Caseholding) Location: Rushmoor District, Hampshire Pay Rate: Up to £42 per hour Client: Hampshire County Council Hampshire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Family Hub team within the Rushmoor district. This is a rare and sought-after non-caseholding position, offering a unique opportunity to influence practice and service delivery without the pressures of a traditional caseload. The Role and Impact In this specialist capacity, you will act as a consultant and lead professional within the Family Hub. Your focus will be on providing expert guidance, mentoring staff, and ensuring that families receive the right support at the right time. Key Responsibilities: * Providing high-level clinical consultation and advice to the Family Hub team. * Supporting the development of early intervention strategies and community-based support. * Mentoring junior staff and...

Senior Social Worker (SSW) – Eastleigh & Winchester Location: Eastleigh & Winchester, Hampshire Pay Rate: Up to £42 per hour Contract: 3 Months Join one of Hampshire’s most picturesque districts in a senior capacity. This role is designed for a practitioner who thrives on mentoring others while maintaining high practice standards. Key Responsibilities: * Lead on complex assessments and strengths-based interventions for families. * Provide informal supervision and "buddy" support to newly qualified social workers (ASYEs). * Chair multi-agency meetings to coordinate comprehensive support packages. * Work at the "front door" of the Hub to identify risks and prevent escalation into statutory services. Why SW Locums? We are recognized as the best agency in the market due to our unparalleled payroll reliability and our "no-jargon" transparency. Our 15-year history ensures we have the strongest relationships with local authority managers....

A central Government authority operating in the defence sector is looking to expand their team with an interim robust Commercial Officer on a contract basis for 12 months, hybrid working Location: hybrid working 1-2 days / week in the office in Salisbury, UK Level of Clearance: SC Clearance - candidates holding active SC would benefit of a quicker start date Minimum Requirement: Able to deliver at pace Leading competitive or single source procurement and sourcing activities Providing contract management of higher value or complex contracts. Public sector experience or defence backgroundWhat you will gain: Amazing rate for great affordability Remote working that you can spend less time travelling and enjoy some time at home Central Government Contract so you can improve prospects for future contracting Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss...

Job Title: Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer Location: Surrey (Hybrid) Rate: £1,000 per day Contract: Interim Overview Sheer Jobs is recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an outstanding Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer (CDDTO). This is a senior interim leadership role requiring a highly experienced professional with a proven public sector background, capable of leading large-scale digital, data and technology transformation within a complex government environment. You will act as the Council’s principal authority on digital, data and technology, driving innovation, transformation, and system-wide collaboration to deliver modern, citizen-focused services. Key Responsibilities * Lead the strategic vision for digital, data and technology in alignment with organisational and public sector priorities. * Act as the senior adviser to executive leadership and elected members. * Oversee a major digital investment portfolio, ensuring value,...

Children’s Social Worker, Court Team, Aylesbury Pay rate to £42 per hour Contract role – Court Team   Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Children’s Social Worker in Buckinghamshire. This is to work in a Court Team.   There is plenty of hybrid working available. Please get in touch for more information.   This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more.Please contact Graham Leatham on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and...

Senior Social Worker – Havant Location: Havant, Hampshire Council : Hampshire County Council Pay Rate: £42 per hour Contract: 3 Months Havant is a fast-paced environment where your senior expertise will make a massive difference. You will be working at the heart of the community to tackle high-need challenges. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of higher-complexity family support and safeguarding cases. * Act as a practice champion within the Hub, demonstrating excellent social work standards. * Lead on court work and pre-proceedings (Public Law Outline) when necessary. * Foster strong links with local voluntary organizations to leverage community assets for families. SW Locums – Market Leaders: Our longevity in the market since 2009 is a testament to our ethics. We offer the most competitive rates and 24/7 support for our locums. Referral Bonus: Know someone looking? Refer them for a £500 reward upon successful placement

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...

Adult Social Worker, Richmond and Wandsworth Council     Qualified post ASYE Social Workers to join our Preparing for Adulthood Social Care team.    The team consists of; Service Managers, Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors who work across the boroughs. Our focus is to provide a holistic, personalised, strength based service to residents over the age of 18.  Undertaking assessments of individual and carers needs and risks to encourage independence, provide support and prevent harm.  Working in partnership with service users and carers using a person-centred approach, with the aim of maximising independence, wellbeing and choice.  Applying social work principles and values to guide professional practice and respect diversity.    £32 Per hour   This is an agency post, and Pertemps can offer you:   A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to    An easy registration...

Job Title: Financial Assessment Manager Location: Ealing, West London (W5 2HL), Hybrid Working - 2 days office / 3 days remote Hourly rate £28.60 - £32.03 PAYE / £38.19 - £42.84 Umbrella per hour (depending on experience) Contract Length: 3 -month contract (possibility of extension) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 35 hours ASAP Start About the Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Assessment Manager to lead and develop a large, specialist team responsible for delivering high-quality financial assessments across the council. This includes Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, Local Welfare Assistance and wider financial assessment functions. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for service delivery, compliance with complex legislation, performance management and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal and external partners to ensure accurate assessments, protect council funds and support residents-particularly...

Advanced Practitioner – Safeguarding Team – Gloucestershire County Council 💷 £42 per hour | 📍 Gloucestershire | 🕒 Hybrid Working We are currently recruiting for an experienced Advanced Practitioner Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team at Gloucestershire County Council, offering a strong £42 per hour rate. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled safeguarding practitioner ready to step into a leadership-focused role, combining a protected complex caseload with practice development responsibilities across the wider team. About Gloucestershire’s Service Gloucestershire’s Children’s Services are currently rated Good with Outstanding elements, with a clear vision of “Right child, right support, right time, every time.” The authority has invested heavily in workforce development, reflective supervision, and its Social Work Academy, creating an excellent environment for experienced practitioners to thrive. The service works within a relational systemic practice...

About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. Locum Social Worker Adult Social Care East Dorset (Ferndown) Job Title: Locum Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Locum Hours: 37 per week Job Overview We are seeking an Experienced Locum Social Worker to join our East Dorset Locality Team. This role involves working with adults in the community, managing complex cases, and delivering high‑quality strengths‑based assessments within a local authority setting. Key Responsibilities Complete strengths-based assessments and care planning Manage a complex caseload within adult social care Conduct community visits and home assessments Lead on Court of Protection work, including reports and...

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...

London Borough of Sutton Social Worker – Localities Team Pay Rate: £38 per hour Hours: 36 per week Contract: Locum About the Role London Borough of Sutton is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Localities Team. You will work with children and families across a varied caseload, providing high-quality assessments, safeguarding interventions, and long-term planning to improve outcomes. This is a supportive and well-managed service that places strong emphasis on relationship-based practice and multi-agency collaboration. Key Responsibilities Complete assessments under the Children Act, including Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. Manage a mixed caseload of CIN, CP, and some court work. Develop and implement child-centred care and safety plans. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including schools, health, and police. Undertake direct work with children and families. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court. Maintain...

The starting salary for this role is £ £47,142 per annum, based on a 36 working hour week. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have two vacancies for Project Managers, which are offered as fixed term contracts to end March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. These roles will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Annual leave allowance (for bank) or remove for term time Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts...