21 jobs found in Smethwick

Qualified Social Work vacancy: CAFCASS Family Court Adviser - Staffordshire Region, Birmingham Office Base Client: Cafcass Location: Staffordshire Region, Birmingham Office Base Salary: £34.00 per hour Contract Type: Temporary (Temp to Perm opportunity) Hours: 37 per week Start Date: ASAP - 31/03/2026 (potential extension or permanent) About the Role We are looking for experienced Children's Social Workers, professionally known as Family Court Advisers, to join Cafcass. This is a temporary role with the possibility of becoming permanent. You will work within Private and/or Public Law teams, managing cases where families need assistance to agree on arrangements for the welfare and safety of children, or where local authorities have raised serious concerns requiring Cafcass involvement. Key Responsibilities Conduct assessments and engage directly with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court. Use expertise in risk assessment and mediation to...

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Children in Care Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people by providing high-quality social work support and care planning. Location: Civic Centre, Walsall (with flexibility to work from home and the Leaving Care Hub) Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard. Develop and implement care plans in line with statutory requirements and best practice. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes. Attend reviews, court hearings, and other statutory meetings as required. Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation. Support young people transitioning to independence through effective planning and engagement. Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with current...

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...

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's Services) 📍 Location: Tamworth Library, B79 7DW 🕒 Hours: 37.5 per week 💷 Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour 🏢 Employer: Staffordshire County Council (SCC) 💫 Join Our Mission to Help Children & Families Thrive! Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Do you thrive in a role where your expertise, compassion, and leadership shape better futures? If so, this opportunity at Staffordshire County Council could be perfect for you! 💛 As a Senior Practitioner, you will: 🔹 Carry out a range of social work interventions 🔹 Promote restorative, strengths-based practice 🔹 Support families in developing their own plans via Family Group Conferences 🔹 Ensure high-quality assessments and timely reports for courts, safeguarding meetings & reviews 🔹 Line-manage and support social workers & students 🔹 Build effective relationships with families and partner agencies 🔹 Help shape positive...

Family Support Worker Are you a passionate Family Support Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to work within a service based in Worcestershire. Pay Rates: £15.98 - £20.73 Umbrella Rate Information n the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5hours per week for 3 months initially. What you will be doing: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.   To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning...

Locum Children’s Social Worker Child Protection / Safeguarding Team Warwickshire County Council £33.30 per hour (in line with the West Midlands Memorandum of Understanding) Warwickshire County Council are seeking experienced and dedicated Locum Children’s Social Workers to join the Child Protection and Safeguarding Teams. They are committed to delivering high-quality services that put children, young people and families at the heart of everything they do and they require a locum to help the team at this critical time of young people going back to school. Manage a caseload of children subject to child protection plans, children in need and those who are looked after. Undertake assessments and statutory visits in line with national and local safeguarding procedures. Develop and implement robust care plans in partnership with children, families and multi-agency professionals. Prepare high-quality reports and present evidence in court proceedings where required. Contribute to child...

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 Children’s MASH Social Worker Warwickshire County Council Warwickshire County Council are seeking an experienced Children’s MASH Social Worker to join their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub on a locum basis. This is a vital frontline role within the service requiring strong assessment and screening skills to make informed decisions that safeguard children and young people. You will be working alongside partner agencies including police, health and education professionals to ensure timely and proportionate responses to safeguarding concerns. Key Responsibilities: Undertake screening and triage of new referrals into Children’s Services. Complete robust evidence-based assessments to inform decision-making. Liaise with multi-agency partners to gather and analyse relevant information. Apply professional judgement to determine thresholds for intervention. Contribute to ensuring children are safeguarded through timely and appropriate responses.Requirements: Qualified Social Worker...

4Recruitment Services are seeking  a Family Support Worker to work for our client based in Worcester. The role will require you to support children, young people and families where there is Child In Need Plan in place. As part of the job role, you will also be working with families where children are deemed to be on the edge of Local Authority care. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.  To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning processes. To...

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...

Family Support Worker – Worcestershire Children First Location: Worcestershire Contract: Full-time Contact: (url removed) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families? Worcestershire Children First is seeking a committed and proactive Family Support Worker to support families where a Child in Need Plan is in place, as well as those on the edge of local authority care. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on strengthening families, promoting positive change, and helping to ensure children can grow up safely within supportive home environments. Key Responsibilities As a Family Support Worker, you will: Provide direct support to children (including pre-school aged), their parents, and wider family members in line with assessments and agreed plans. Empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting their children's needs. Support parents in developing a clear understanding of...

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...

Social Worker – Learning Disabilities & Autism Team Leicestershire County Council Up to £32 per hour Are you an experienced, committed, and passionate Registered Social Worker looking to make a significant, positive difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism? Leicestershire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our dedicated Learning Disabilities and Autism Team. We champion a person-centred, strengths-based approach to social care, focusing on enabling citizens to live independent and fulfilling lives within their communities. Key Responsibilities As a Social Worker in our team, you will ensure high-quality, outcome-based responses to all eligible citizens, with duties including: * Assessment and Planning: Providing appropriate responses or referrals within required timescales, adhering to organisational, policy, and legislative requirements, including the Care Act 2014 and eligibility guidelines. This...

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...

Child & Family Social Worker - Tewkesbury £42ph Temporary Caritas Recruitment are seeking experienced Child & Family Social Workers to join Gloucestershire County Council in Tewkesbury. This temporary role offers the opportunity to manage a mixed caseload of CIN, CP, and CIC, including some court work, providing timely, evidence-based interventions to support children and families. Key responsibilities: Hold and manage a caseload of around 18 children, ensuring safeguarding and effective support. Undertake statutory visits, assessments, care planning, and court reports as required. Deliver interventions with consideration of timeliness, impact, and positive outcomes. Work in a flexible environment with 3 office days per week, supported by a laptop and smartphone. Collaborate with colleagues and multi-agency partners to ensure coordinated support for families. Pay: £42 per hour For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities...

Social Worker – Children in Need (CIN) Team Leicester City Council Up to £38 per hour Are you an experienced and resilient Social Worker with a strong background in safeguarding? Join the Children in Need (CIN) Team at Leicester City Council and help us deliver timely, effective support to children and families in our vibrant city. The Role The CIN Team focuses on supporting children whose needs are assessed under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989. However, the most pressured area of our work requires candidates with robust experience in high-risk safeguarding. Key responsibilities * Managing a complex caseload of approximately 20 children and families, focusing on assessing, planning, and reviewing support to improve outcomes. * Leading on Child Protection (CP) cases and Section 47 investigations, demonstrating expert risk analysis and management skills. * Undertaking court work, including preparing high-quality statements, care plans, and attending court as a...

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...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Probation Services Officer to join the Probation Service in Crewe on an initial 3-month contract, with the strong possibility of extension. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of offenders, carrying out risk assessments and sentence planning. Deliver one-to-one and group interventions aimed at reducing reoffending. Liaise effectively with partner agencies, including police, courts, and social services. Prepare and present reports to courts and parole boards when required. Ensure accurate recording of all case management activity in line with national standards. Requirements: Experience working as a Probation Services Officer within the Probation Service. Sound understanding of risk management and safeguarding procedures. Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills. Enhanced DBS and/or prison clearance is desirable. Contract Details: £22.00 per hour (umbrella) 3-month contract, with...

About the Role Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Services. This team manages cases transferred from DAAT at the first Initial Child Protection Conference or Child in Need meeting and holds them until closure. If cases escalate to court or long-term care, they transfer to our Children in Care Teams. We work with a wide range of children and young people with varying levels of need. Our service is committed to growth and innovation, and we welcome social workers with diverse interests and expertise. Location: Wellingborough Working arrangments: Need to be in the office to meet the needs of the service when requested up to 5 days a week Key Responsibilities: Manage safeguarding cases from initial transfer through to closure. Undertake statutory assessments and visits in line with child protection and CIN requirements. Develop and review child protection and child in need plans. Prepare reports for conferences,...

About the Role This position is within the Children in Care (CIC) Long-Term Team, focusing on supporting children who are looked after and ensuring their welfare, stability, and permanency. You will work closely with children, families, carers, and professionals to deliver high-quality statutory social work services. Location: One Angel Square, Northampton Contract: Hybrid working (office-based on duty days) Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring their needs are met and plans progressed effectively. Undertake statutory visits and assessments in line with legislative requirements. Develop, implement, and review care plans to promote stability and permanency. Prepare and present reports for Looked After Reviews and court proceedings. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency professionals to achieve the best outcomes. Participate in duty days (office-based) as part of the team rota. Maintain accurate records and documentation in...