24 jobs found in Oswestry

Procurement Officer – Crewe – £22.77 per hour (Umbrella) A Local Authority in Crewe is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to support the Category Managers in delivering high-quality procurement activity across a range of service areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with public sector experience to play a key role in ensuring best value for money and supporting the delivery of the Council’s Procurement Strategy. Key Responsibilities: Provide procurement support across sourcing, purchasing, and tendering activities Assist with contract and supplier management to drive value and performance Support Category Managers across key service areas such as People’s, Adults, Children’s, or Public Health Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and internal policies Contribute to delivering best value outcomes for the Council and its clients About You: Experience in procurement within the public sector (desirable) Knowledge of sourcing,...

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...

Locum Duty & Assessment Social Worker Stoke-on-Trent £33.30 per hour Full-Time | Locum Contract Are you an experienced and proactive Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? My Client is currently recruiting for a Duty & Assessment Social Worker to join a busy and supportive team in Stoke-on-Trent, offering a competitive rate of £33.30 per hour. The Role: As part of the Duty & Assessment team, you will: Undertake Child & Family Assessments Manage a varied and fast-paced caseload Complete Section 47 investigations Work closely with partner agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children Make timely and effective decisions in line with statutory guidance Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Proven experience within Duty & Assessment / Front Door services Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment What's on Offer:...

Children in Care Team | Knowsley Council | £39 per hour About the role This is a Children in Care role within a statutory children’s service, working with children and young people subject to care proceedings, care orders, and long-term care planning. You’ll hold cases from care entry through to permanence, working closely with carers, IROs, schools, health, and wider professionals to ensure children’s needs are met and plans progress without drift. The role requires strong care planning practice, direct work with children, and clear recording. Confidence around court-related work, statutory visits, and placement stability is important. Key responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and young people in care, ensuring all statutory duties are met. Complete statutory visits and direct work, keeping the child’s lived experience central to planning. Develop and progress care plans that are outcome-focused, realistic, and regularly reviewed. Work toward permanence...

I am currently working with a Public Sector client of mine who are looking for 2 Building Surveyors on an interim basis. Day to Day Responsibilities * Stock Condition, repairs and maintenance surveys * Looking after an operational and industrial portfolio * Reporting to Head of Assets and Repairs About you * Experience across public sector organisations * Ability to hit the ground running within a Building Surveyor role * Strong knowledge of building construction and defects * Full UK driving license The client is looking for 5 days on site as a preference, however can be flexible for exceptional candidates. If this sounds of interest please get back to me on (phone number removed)

Locum Supervising Social Worker – Fostering (Children's Services) £35.00 per hour Wigan Council Contract: Locum | Full-time I am looking for experienced Supervising Social Worker to join the Fostering Team at Wigan Council on a locum basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional with a strong background in fostering and statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Hold a caseload of foster carers and provide regular supervision and support Undertake annual foster carer reviews Attend and contribute to all associated meetings including LAC reviews, strategy meetings, and placement planning meetings Complete relevant training and CPD Participate in fostering panel as required Maintain accurate and up-to-date recordsRequirements: Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England Significant post-qualifying experience in fostering services (experience essential) Strong understanding of fostering regulations, safeguarding, and...

Job Title: Family Support Worker Department: Children's Social Care Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager Job Purpose The Family Support Worker provides targeted support to children, young people, and families where there is a Child in Need plan or a risk of family breakdown. The role focuses on working directly with families to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child development, and help keep children safely within their home environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out direct work with children (including pre-school children), parents, and carers as part of assessments and support plans Encourage and empower parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Support families at risk of breakdown and work to maintain safe family environments Provide practical parenting support and promote understanding of child development Contribute to assessment and planning processes to safeguard children Work in partnership...

Job Title: Contact Worker Department: Children's Services - Safeguarding & Specialist Support Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager - Family Contact Service Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Job Purpose The Contact Worker supports children and families by supervising safe and positive contact sessions as part of care assessments and plans. The role focuses on direct work with children and their families, helping to create supportive environments that promote child wellbeing and positive family relationships. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers Encourage parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals Maintain accurate, timely records and produce reports Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (rota basis) Transport children to and from...

Childrens Social Worker - Worcestershire Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join our Children's Services team in Worcestershire. The successful candidate will work with children, young people and families to safeguard wellbeing, promote positive outcomes and provide high-quality social work interventions. This role requires strong assessment skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families, including those in complex or high-risk situations Provide effective social work interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children Manage a caseload involving vulnerable or at-risk children and families Conduct investigations and contribute to child protection processes where required Develop and implement care and support plans in partnership with children, families and other professionals Work...

Assessment Social Worker – Kinship Foster Carers (Stockport) Key Details Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Location: Stopford House, Stockport (Hybrid working available) Salary: £35 UMB per hour (£26.27 PAYE) Contract details: Initially 3 months - potential to extend We are working on behalf of Stockport Council to recruit a dedicated GO Assessment Social Worker to undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers. This is an exciting opportunity to focus on assessment work and the completion of SGO Support Plans, ensuring high-quality practice and timely outcomes for children and families. The Kinship Foster Carers will continue to be supported and supervised by their allocated SSW, allowing the appointed Assessment Social Worker to concentrate on assessments and support plan completion. Key Responsibilities Undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers Complete SGO Support Plans accurately and in a timely manner Ensure assessments and...

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...

Senior Java Developer UK Government Client | Digital Transformation Programme Manchester or Leeds (Hybrid) Day Rate: Up to £700.00 per day (Inside IR35) 12-month contract 3 roles available Security Clearance: BPSS but candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance We’re looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to help deliver one of the UK Government’s most ambitious digital services. This is a high-impact role, working on a flagship programme that will improve public services and positively affect millions of users. You’ll join an Agile, multidisciplinary team of developers, designers and analysts. This is a collaborative, delivery-focused environment where problem-solving and outcomes matter far more than titles or hierarchy. What you’ll be doing * Designing, building and improving modern digital services and platforms * Working within large-scale microservice architectures * Pair programming and collaborating closely across disciplines * Building APIs...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Social Worker to work within their Work After First Hearing Team based in Birmingham covering the Birmingham, Stoke, Staffordshire and Worcester area. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children's Locum Social Worker looking for a change and to gain experience within a reputable organisation like CAFCASS. Benefits: Remote Working in place - visits required Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning...

Job Title: Contact Supervision Worker Location: Birmingham Team: Safeguarding Services Role Overview We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Contact Supervision Worker to join a dedicated safeguarding team. This is an rewarding opportunity to support children and families during supervised contact sessions in a stable, safe, and supportive environment. As a Contact Supervision Worker, you will play a vital role in facilitating safe and positive contact between children and their families. You will ensure that sessions are conducted in line with safeguarding procedures and provide clear, accurate observations to inform care planning. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members in a safe and supportive setting Ensure the emotional and physical wellbeing of children during all visits Maintain professional boundaries and manage sensitive situations calmly and effectively Record accurate, objective observations and prepare detailed...

Family Time Worker Children’s Services – Staying Safe Grade F Are you passionate about safeguarding children and strengthening family relationships? Do you have the skills to deliver meaningful, high-quality Family Time that genuinely impacts children’s lives? We are recruiting a Family Time Worker to join a dedicated Children’s Services team, supporting Looked After Children (LAC) and their families through purposeful, well-planned Family Time and direct work interventions. About the Role As a Family Time Worker, you will play a vital role in helping children maintain safe, positive relationships with their families. You will deliver structured Family Time sessions and targeted interventions, working with families who may have complex needs, often in emotionally challenging situations. You will work closely with Social Workers, Team Leaders and partner agencies to ensure Family Time is safe, child-focused and contributes meaningfully to assessments, care planning and...

The Disabled Children's service supports children who have a lifelong, permanent and substantial disability. The service is made up of five teams: Enablement Team, 0-11 Team, 11+ Team, Eligibility Team and Occupational Therapy Team. The 11+ team specialises in delivering support to children and young people through transitional milestones. Supporting children from the age of 11 years through to 18 years. The primary aim of the 11+ team is to provide care and support to children and young people with complex physical and learning disabilities and/or life limiting conditions as they move from children's to adult services. They focus on promoting independence, managing complex needs, and preparing for adulthood, conducting assessments to create tailored support plans. As part of their role in supporting young people through transition, the team work closely with Adult Services. Preparing for transition, in some cases, can involve the undertaking of mental capacity assessments and...

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...

Prospero Health and Social Care are currently recruiting professionals to provide support to supervised families in Bradford. We are looking for dedicated support workers with a positive and committed attitude to going the extra mile to ensure a positive and safe experience for children. You will be providing family supervision in the Bradford area. Please note, we are currently offering flexible/part-time roles rather than full-time positions. Key Requirements: · At least 12 months of paid UK experience in the health and social care sector · Proven experience working with children and families · Background in family support work is essential · Flexibility to travel within the area and adapt to varying shift patterns, including weekends and night shifts · Resilience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting vulnerable young people · NVQ Level 3 in children and young people is preferred but not mandatory · Must be registered with Social Care - DBS in the updated...

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...

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information...