56 jobs found in Redditch

My Local Authority client in Sussex is looking to appoint a talented Director for Local Government Reorganisation on a Contract basis. This role will provide strategic direction and leadership for the Council's LGR portfolio of programmes. Local Authority experience is essential About the role: Based in Greater London (hybrid): Review contracts due for re-procurement and existing contracts for in-term savings. Translate political ambition into deliverable and measurable plans. Establish and maintain disciplined Portfolio Management Office arrangements. Establish strong portfolio structure and programme management arrangements Ensure all legal and constitutional elements required for LGR are prepared.About you: You will have the following experiences: Leadership of large-scale public sector transformation or reorganisation. Deep LGR experience Outstanding Programme Management skills. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Local Authority experience is essential.What's on...

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: 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...

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking a committed and experienced Children with Disabilities Social Worker to join our specialist service. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support at the right time. About the Service The Children with Disabilities team works with children and young people who have a diagnosed disability or complex additional needs that significantly impact their daily lives. The team provides statutory support, multi-agency coordination, and targeted interventions to promote safety, stability, and wellbeing. Role Overview As a Social Worker within the CWD team, you will manage a diverse and rewarding caseload. Your work will include: Working with Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care. Completing Section 17 and Section 47 assessments. Developing and reviewing Child in Need/Child Protection plans. Undertaking detailed assessments of need, including...

Qualified Children and Social Care Principal Manager Location: Stoke on Trent, ST1 5SZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 Pay Rate: £ 33.13 Per Hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead and manage Children’s Social Care teams to deliver high-quality services. Ensure safeguarding and child protection standards are upheld across all service areas. Oversee staff performance, provide supervision, and support professional development. Conduct risk assessments and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are in place. Maintain effective communication with internal teams, external agencies, and stakeholders. Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting using IT systems and social care databases. Contribute to service planning, strategy development, and continuous improvement initiatives. Represent the service at internal and external meetings, panels, and forums. Person...

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,...

Title: Social Worker - Family Help Department: Children, Families & Education Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 Responsible to: Team Manager / Deputy Team Manager PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding (30%) Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and...

Social Worker (Locum) - Cafcass Public and Private Law Teams Cafcass is currently recruiting experienced Locum Social Workers to join our Public and Private Law teams across the Thames Valley and Swindon. These are excellent opportunities to work within a respected national organisation, making a real difference to children and families involved in family court proceedings. Available Roles 2 x Locum Social Workers based from our Reading or Oxford offices, covering the Thames Valley region, including Oxford, Reading, Slough, and surrounding areas 1 x Locum Social Worker based from our Swindon office Hybrid working arrangements are available, with office attendance required for key meetings and court work. About the Role As a Cafcass Social Worker, you will: Undertake work in Public and/or Private Law proceedings Safeguard and promote the welfare of children involved in family court cases Prepare high-quality reports for court and...

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. *...

Our client Peterborough Council are seeking an experienced MASH Social Worker Locum Social Worker position available asap - Children MASH £39ph / 37 hours a week. Hybrid working - 3 days in the office (Sand Martin House) Brief description of the job duties: Are you looking for a fast paced role with the opportunity to work with partner agencies to assist in making timely decisions for children on what intervention and support is required. We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the team to triage new referrals into MASH. You will have a sound knowledge of threshold application, making timely decisions for children and being able to remain calm under pressure. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and will report to the Team Managers within MASH. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a stable team who has children at the heart of all decision making. All about our Team The Multi Agency 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...

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...

Salary Range: Up to £48,465 per annum A rare opportunity to shape one of the biggest changes to local government in decades. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) represents a once in a generation transition for our councils, our workforce and the communities we serve. We are looking for an experienced and people focused LGR Change & Project Lead to help PSPS and the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership navigate this complex, multi‑phase journey. This role will be central to ensuring our organisation, services and employees are fully prepared for each stage of LGR. You’ll bring strong change expertise, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to work with multiple senior leaders in a matrix environment. This role will work closely with the Chief Executives of PSPS and our partnership Councils, the Head of HR &OD, the Chief Delivery Officer along with wider LGR programme leads within the Councils and across Greater Lincolnshire. As a project based...

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...

Berry Recruitment are currently looking for litter pickers to work for a local authority in the Wembleyarea. Litter Picking -Litter picking the public highway and any public right of ways. This may also include council owned car parks. Sweeping -Operatives are tasked with sweeping the public highways and footpaths. Fly Tip Loading - Loading and reporting fly tipping. 5.30 -14.15 £13.10 Per hour Please contact Bill in the hendon office for more details (phone number removed) Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job

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...

Are you looking for a new opportunity as a Deputy Manager to work with individuals with complex needs? Responsibilities of the role: * To assist the Manager in ensuring the effective, safe and profitable running of all locations * Assist with individual referrals * Provide support to all staff within the group on a 24 hour on call basis * Ability to work 2 weekends per month * Assist with management of staff Requirements: * Experience of working with people with complex needs desirable * NVQ in Health and Social Care Level 3 mandatory working toward Level 5 * Excellent communication skills * Team player * Good organisational skills * Drivers license * Must be on call one weekend per month Our client offers use of company vehicle during shifts, 28 days holiday, social events and career development/training

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...

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)