47 jobs found in Risby

Social Worker – Assessment Team Location: Ely (Hybrid – 2/3 days in the office) Council: Cambridgeshire County Council Pay Rate: £39.00 per hour Contract Type: Locum We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Assessment Team in Ely. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced and supportive environment where you can make a real difference to children, young people, and families. About the Role The Assessment Team is lively and dynamic, offering a varied caseload and the chance to work closely with partner agencies. You will complete timely assessments, manage risk, and contribute to positive outcomes—often seeing the impact of your work quickly. Key Responsibilities * Undertake assessments of children and families * Work effectively to tight timescales * Collaborate with multi-agency partners * Maintain accurate case records and safeguard children About the Council Cambridgeshire County Council is known for its supportive culture and...

About the role Suffolk Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Social Care Team in Stowmarket. This role involves working with children and families across a range of statutory functions, managing complex cases and contributing to high‑quality, child‑focused practice. Service Areas: Child in Need · Looked After Children · Child Assessment · Support & Prevention Key Responsibilities Manage a complex social work caseload, currently averaging 40 cases Make and implement autonomous professional decisions on cases involving high levels of complexity, risk, and uncertainty, with managerial oversight where required Plan and deliver targeted interventions to meet identified needs and reduce risk for children and families Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support, services, and resources Lead and carry out Section 47 (child protection) investigations, ensuring thorough and timely enquiries where significant harm is suspectedSkills Proven...

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and reliable School Crossing Patrol Officer to help ensure the safety of children, parents, and other pedestrians travelling to and from school. This is a rewarding community-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors and engaging with the public. Working Hours: * Approximately 7.5 hours per week * Term time only (39 weeks per year) * Around 45 minutes between 08:00 – 09:00 (morning) * Around 45 minutes between 14:45 – 15:45 (afternoon) * Exact times may vary depending on the location Key Responsibilities: * Safely assist pedestrians, particularly school children, in crossing the road * Be mindful of the needs of all users, including individuals with disabilities and mobility impairments * Maintain regular communication with local schools attended by children using the crossing * Monitor and assess risks at the crossing site, reporting any issues or defects to your supervisor * Assist in...

Programme Manager – Local Government Reorganisation 1-2 days onsite in Chelsmford, 3-4 days work from home per week. Contract – up to 6 months £649.00 per day Umbrella – outside IR35 Full time The role Working on a programme of this scale demands exceptional skills, strong strategic and operational thinking, along with exceptional programme delivery, planning, reporting and confident leadership. The ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, and the resilience to deliver clarity and momentum in an evolving landscape. You will need to bring sharp analytical capability, excellent communication, political awareness, and the adaptability to operate in a fast‑moving, high‑profile environment. Duties and responsibilties Works collaboratively with service areas and partners supporting the development of compelling business cases. Builds effective stakeholder and partner relationships at senior level, which are influential and elicit support at senior level. Accountable...

MMP Consultancy are recruiting for a Domestic Abuse & Safeguarding Specialist on a fixed term basis, in Norfolk. You will act as the organisation's subject matter expert for domestic abuse and safeguarding, providing advice, case management support and guidance to operational housing teams. You will work closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure vulnerable residents receive appropriate support and protection. Key Responsibilities Manage complex domestic abuse and safeguarding cases, ensuring appropriate interventions and support are in place Complete risk assessments and safety planning for residents experiencing domestic abuse Represent the organisation at MARAC and multi-agency safeguarding meetings Provide specialist advice and guidance to housing and neighbourhood teams Support the organisation's commitment to DAHA standards and best practice Work closely with local authorities, police and specialist support services Deliver training and awareness...

Hybrid Working | Stable Leadership Team | Supportive Safeguarding Culture | Meaningful Impact Making a genuine difference in safeguarding practice can be easier when the environment supports you. This Social Worker opportunity offers the chance to focus on quality work within a stable service where experienced managers provide consistent oversight. If you are a Social Worker or Safeguarding Social Worker seeking flexibility and a manageable caseload, this role offers the structure and support to do your best work. Working as a Social Worker in this safeguarding team means joining a council that values stability and collaborative practice. The service has maintained low management turnover, creating a consistent and supportive environment for professionals delivering frontline safeguarding work. Package & Benefits • £42 per hour. • Hybrid working model. • High hourly rate. • Stable leadership team with low management turnover. About the Company This local...

About the Role Peterborough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Family Safeguarding Team. This is a long‑term safeguarding role working with children and families where there are ongoing concerns related to risk and protection.You will manage a caseload aligned with statutory safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to achieving positive outcomes for children through effective assessment and intervention. Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum of 2 days per week in the office, subject to business needs. The role requires the ability to visit and work directly with children and families across Peterborough, including for urgent matters. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload within a long‑term safeguarding team Work on cases under Section 17 (Child in Need) and Section 47 (Child Protection) Manage cases involved in Public Law Outline (PLO) and Care Proceedings through to final hearing Complete high‑quality assessments and deliver effective interventions to...

Children’s Social Worker – Safeguarding Location: Peterborough Pay Rate: £37.00 per hour We are currently recruiting for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Safeguarding team at Peterborough City Council. About the Role This is a frontline safeguarding role where you will work with children and families to ensure their safety and wellbeing. You will carry out assessments, manage child protection cases, and work closely with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of children involved in safeguarding and child protection plans * Complete assessments and reports within set timescales * Attend court proceedings when required * Work collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals * Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain accurate records Requirements * Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration * Experience in children’s safeguarding * Strong assessment and...

Housing Options Officer (Single and Complex Needs) Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Details: FTC ending 31/3/2029 Working Hours: 37 Salary: £38,009 to £41,506 (inclusive of local weighting) Job Category: Housing Location: Wallfields, Peggs Lane Reference: eastherts/TP/4710/182 Are you a committed, enthusiastic and resilient housing professional who enjoys a fulfilling role in a customer-focused environment? We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to prevent and relieve homelessness for customers with more complex needs, assisting customers through all stages of the homelessness process. Please note this is a fixed-term position, ending on 31/3/2029. What will you be doing? In this role, you will: - work within the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 to give advice and assistance to customers in housing need to prevent or relieve their homelessness - undertake and support...

Children and Family Social Worker – Bedfordshire Pay rate: Up to £39.00 per hour SW Locums are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Children and Family Social Worker to join a dynamic and supportive team in Bedfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner looking to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate and flexible working structure. SW Locums have been supporting locum social workers since 2009, building a strong reputation for providing reliable, high-quality opportunities across the UK. About the Role You will be part of a Children and Families service responsible for delivering high-quality safeguarding and support to children, young people, and their families. The role involves managing a varied caseload and working within statutory frameworks to ensure safe and positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: * Undertaking Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries * Managing...

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 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 Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and...

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the Children in Luton? Connect2socialwork are urgently looking for a Social Worker to join their great Family Help Hub with a Pay rate up to £38.84 per hour on a locum basis. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully placeInterested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed) Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent...

Family Help Practitioner Contract: Initial 3-month contract Hours: 35 hours per week Pay Rate: £26.60 per hour (Umbrella) / £21.28 per hour (PAYE exclusive) About the Role Enfield Council is seeking a dedicated and proactive Family Help Practitioner to join their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding children and supporting families through effective multi-agency collaboration. Key Responsibilities Gather comprehensive information as part of MASH enquiries to identify risks, protective factors, and safeguarding concerns in collaboration with Social Workers, Advanced Social Work Practitioners, and Team Managers. Provide timely and appropriate feedback to referrers, including partner agencies, organisations, and members of the public, where no further action is required. Ensure all information sharing complies with GDPR and Working Together 2023 guidelines. Offer advice and guidance to professionals regarding...

Enfield | Locum | £37.52 per hour | Hybrid Working Enfield Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team. This is a frontline safeguarding role focused on managing risk, protecting vulnerable children, and supporting families through effective statutory interventions. You will work within a supportive and high-performing service, delivering high-quality assessments and ensuring timely and outcome-focused care planning for children and families. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases Undertake Section 47 enquiries and risk assessments Develop and review Child Protection plans Lead and participate in strategy discussions, conferences, and core group meetings Work directly with children and families to promote positive change Prepare high-quality reports for conferences and court where required Maintain accurate and analytical case recordings What You’ll Need: Social Work England...

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

JOB PURPOSE To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. Guidance, support and supervision will be provided in line with the individual's experience and capabilities and in line with our Supervision Policy. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we...

Social Worker – Children in Care Location: Kettering (Hybrid – William Knibb) Organisation: Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Pay Rate: £36.00 per hour Contract Type: Locum We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Children in Care team in Kettering. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. About the Role You will work with looked after children, managing a busy caseload and collaborating closely with the Leaving Care Service and external partners. The role requires confidence in working within a demanding environment while maintaining high standards of care and support. Requirements * Proven experience working with looked after children * Background in LAC, court teams, safeguarding, or similar * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting * Social Work England registration Why Choose SW Locums SW Locums are one of the best in the market for locum social work opportunities,...

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking a Policy Officer for an initial ten-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - London About the role: You will be responsible developing high quality policy products, including ministerial submissions, briefing packs, and communications materials, on a regular basis. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Policy support, with the following skills and experience: Experience of working in a policy role within Central Government. Experience of writing policy papers/submissions. Strong stakeholder management and strong communication skills. Experience of communicating credibly at senior levels of stakeholder

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team within the Social Care industry in Milton Keynes.   Responsibilities include: Investigation and assessment, following referrals to the service. Report Writing Working With PLO (Public Law Outline) Attending Child Protection meetings, Case Conferences and LAC reviews. Utilise Children In Need plans to work directly with Children Court Reports Section 47’s Core Assessments Manage a caseload  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Need Team within the UK Social Care industry.  Minimum Requirements: SWE Registration 1-2 years post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide  DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process...

Social Worker | Children in Care & Adoption | Cambridgeshire * Location: Cambridgeshire (County-wide) * Pay Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour * Department: Children in Care (CIC) * Council: Cambridgeshire County Council The Role This is a specialist position for a dedicated Social Worker to join Cambridgeshire’s Children in Care service. You will be responsible for providing stable, high-quality advocacy and support for children throughout their journey in care and into the adoption process. This role is designed for practitioners who understand the nuances of permanence and are committed to achieving long-term positive outcomes for children and young people. Requirements and Experience * Recent Specialism: You must have held a dedicated Children in Care (CIC) role within the last five years. * Adoption Knowledge: Direct experience working with adoption processes and permanence planning is essential. * Travel...