31 jobs found in Reading

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. *...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Connect2Surrey|Surrey County Council Social Worker - Adults Services Woking We are recruiting Social Workers to join Connect to Community (C2C) - a new and innovative frontdoor service designed to transform how adults, carers and families access support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service in its early stages and play an active role in embedding strengthsbased practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. Job Role As a Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will deliver professional social work practice within a fast paced, frontdoor environment, supporting adults at times of change, risk or crisis. You will: Undertake strengths-based assessments in line with the Care Act Work with adults, carers and families to identify outcomes and develop proportionate support plans Promote independence, wellbeing and prevention through timely advice and intervention Contribute to duty and intake activity,...

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...

Experienced Social workers required in Swindon's family safeguarding service. The team work within pods to optimise the management, oversight and support to all Social Workers. There are 5 Social Workers and 1 Manager per POD. Social Workers must have with experience and skill to: Undertake comprehensive assessments including parenting assessments in a timely way to inform development of outcome focused care plans with Children and their Families. Undertake care proceedings within the court, both private and public. Initiate and complete within court timescales and achieve permanency plans for children including adoption. Understand and respond to complexity of risks and are required to evidence on records, including providing analysis of their interventions with children and families. Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10...

Experienced Social Worker – Children’s Services (Swindon) Are you ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking authority that is actively transforming the landscape of Children’s Services? Swindon Borough Council is looking for dedicated, experienced Social Workers to join their team and help drive positive change for local families. At SW Locums, we have been a trusted partner to the social work community since 2009. We don’t just place practitioners; we support careers. By joining Swindon through us, you are stepping into a role backed by nearly two decades of industry experience. Why Swindon Borough Council? Swindon is currently on an ambitious journey of improvement and innovation. This is an exciting time to join a council that is: * Investing in Transformation: With the "Swindon 2028" vision, the council is focused on creating sustainable, high-quality outcomes for every child. * Cultivating a Supportive Environment: Swindon prides itself on a...

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,...

Mental Health Social Worker   Westminster City Council are looking to expand their current team with a dedicated Mental Health Social Worker looking for an opportunity to join a well-structured and organised team. As well as joining an inclusive workplace our client also offers flexible working arrangements, excellent support within the team and an empowering work environment. This Mental Health Social Worker role will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Rate dependent on experience. Mental Health Social Worker responsibilities include: Complete assessments under the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Formulate risk assessments around harm to self or others Working with Vulnerable Adults with Mental Health Care management Report writing and assessment Carrying a caseload of service users Managing complex cases Liaising with other professional bodies whilst working within the Mental Health...

Role:               Deputy Service Manager Based:            Westminster Rate:               £18ph PAYE or £23.50 UMB Start Date:      Immediately Duration:        Temporary ongoing Hours:             Full-time 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.30-5 pm on-site each day Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for a Deputy Service Manager who is passionate about supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence to join their team. Synopsis of duties: Assist the senior service manager in the delivery and development of high-quality independent advocacy. Managing staff teams to ensure effective advocacy is provided to clients. Ensure casework management and quality policies are implemented. Develop and deliver individual support and risk management plans to address the risk of harm to clients and their children.  Advocate, both verbally and in writing, in a range of settings, including in civil and criminal proceedings and with criminal justice...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Casework Management * Provide high quality relationship based social work services to children and families at tier 4 level of Surrey Safeguarding Children Board's Effective Family Resilience criteria.Safeguarding Understand the forms of abuse and neglect that children can be exposed to and differentiate clearly...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Commercial Policy Advisor £450 per day Umbrella 3 days per week on site SW1A, London Contract open until Apr 2027 Security Clearance: Active Security Check (SC) required Eligibility: Sole UK National Applications Close on 12/4/26 Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced policy professionals to support the development and delivery of government policy within a high-profile, fast-paced UK Govt department at Whitehall. The role will focus on producing high-quality policy advice, drafting submissions, and supporting decision-making on complex and sensitive issues. You will work across government to develop policy solutions, support ministerial submissions, and contribute to cross-government priorities. Key Responsibilities * Develop, draft, and refine high-quality policy papers, briefings, and submissions * Provide clear, concise, and credible policy advice to senior stakeholders and Ministers * Work collaboratively across government departments and...

School office manager Primary school Full-time Immediate start for Summer TermThe Role In this role you will manage the full range of administrative support to the Head and Senior Managers, ensuring continuity is maintained between staff, pupils, Governors, parents, carers, professionals, volunteers and visitors and all stakeholders. Under the direction of the school business manager the post holder will be responsible for managing processes in the school and liaising with the SLT team. The Schools Office Manager will actively embrace the schools core principles to ensure an inclusive and positive environment for our pupils with learning difficulties and disabilities. The Schools Office Manager will liaise with senior managers, OHCAT Shared services teams school staff, pupils, Governors, parents, carers, professionals, volunteers and visitors to maintain the high standards of the school. Lead on the Lettings of the facilities and assist with preparations for school events,...

SAP BTP Integration Suite Developer Location: London / 3-4 days on-site per week Duration: 12 Months Clearance: SC eligible candidates considered; SC cleared preferred. Umbrella Only Are you an experienced SAP BTP Integration Suite Developer looking for a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a high-profile UK Government programme? Our client, a reputable organisation supporting public sector initiatives, is hiring for a talented professional to deliver scalable, secure integration solutions across complex SAP and third-party systems. What you'll be doing: * Designing, building, testing, and deploying integration flows using SAP Integration Suite, with a focus on Cloud Integration (CPI), API Management, and Event Mesh. * Developing iFlows to support vital government processes, connecting SAP S/4HANA with legacy systems, HMRC APIs, and other public-sector platforms. * Ensuring all integrations meet high standards of reliability, security, and maintainability. * Working...

Senior Contracts Manager - UK Government Contract (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 Remote with occasional travel to London 6 months initially - potential to run for 2 years Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: 5+ years' experience as a Contracts Manager in complex delivery programmes Experience with Public Sector Procurement (IT or Corporate Services) Background in Defence would be a plus Eligible to get an SC Clearance Call me, Alex Manea, at NonStop Recruitment now for a confidential conversation. Contact me on (email address removed) or (phone number removed), please send your CV in word format OR if this does not sound like the opportunity for you, but you are a professional working across the Public Sector, please feel free to get in touch, to see other opportunities we may have within this field. Disability confident As a member of the disability confident scheme,...

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced College Social Worker to join their team based in the London     JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £38  per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London     JOB SUMMARY As Social Worker, you will play a key role in supporting students who may be experiencing social, emotional, or personal challenges that affect their learning JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:   Provide professional social work support to students, including assessment, intervention, and ongoing case management Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults Work collaboratively with teaching staff, support services, families, and external agencies Contribute to safeguarding, child protection, and multi-agency meetings Maintain accurate records and reports in line with statutory and organisational requirements...

Senior Contracts Manager - UK Government Contract (Apply online only)/day - Inside IR35 Remote with occasional travel to London Details need to remain vague at this point, due to the nature of the assignment, however some requirements that are central to the role: 5+ years' experience as a Contracts Manager in complex delivery programmes Experience with Public Sector Procurement Background in Defence would be a plus Eligible to get an SC Clearance Call me, Alex Manea, at NonStop Recruitment now for a confidential conversation. Contact me on (email address removed) or (phone number removed), please send your CV in word format OR if this does not sound like the opportunity for you, but you are a professional working across the Public Sector, please feel free to get in touch, to see other opportunities we may have within this field. Disability confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, our client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and...

LILT Consultant / Implementation Specialist We're looking for an experienced LILT Consultant / Implementation Specialist to support a growing portfolio of work across government-focused language translation programmes. This role will suit someone with hands-on experience of LILT implementation, installation and configuration, combined with strong stakeholder skills and the ability to operate in client-facing delivery environments. Demand is growing in this space, and we expect this to be a long-term opportunity with regular on-site time in London. The role You'll support the deployment and configuration of LILT within client environments, helping teams adopt AI-enabled translation capability effectively and securely. The work is likely to involve close collaboration with end clients, internal delivery teams, and operational stakeholders. Key responsibilities Support the installation, setup and configuration of the LILT platform Work directly with client stakeholders to...

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...

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 &...