3 jobs found in South Shields

Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to work within a Children in Care Team for Newcastle City Council. Job Purpose We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practitioner to join our Reunification Team within children in care. This is a non-case holding role that offers the opportunity to support colleagues, practice development and complete reunification assessments. You will bring expertise in risk assessment and management, and play a key role in shaping high-quality, evidence-based practice. You will complete and oversee a range of specialist assessments for children and families in respect of reunification or for whom care orders are no longer appropriate, including: Parenting Assessments Placement with parents assessments Capacity to protect assessments Other bespoke assessments as required, for example sibling attachment assessments, special guardianship assessment and others Assisting with the preparation of...

Gateshead Social Services are currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker for their Children with Disabilities Team This position will be for a period of 6 months but is likely to be extended. The Children with Disabilities Team is a specialist social work team working with disabled children, young people and their families. The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service. Within the team, they work with families on a Child in Need basis, those where there are safeguarding concerns and children in our care, and Early Intervention Social Workers who are the initial point of contact for families with the Team. There is parking available, and the role is hybrid 2 days in the office and 3 from home. All visits are face to face. Regular supervision and reasonable caseload to the right social worker Gateshead was rated Good by Ofsted. It covers a small geographical area...

We are working with a client in Durham to recruit a Family Support Worker. The role involves working alongside social workers to support families involved with Child Protection (CP), Public Law Outline (PLO), and court proceedings. You will provide practical and emotional support to families, complete parenting work, and assist with family time arrangements This role involves daytime travel across County Durham and neighbouring Local Authorities as required. Start and finish times may vary in line with service demand; however, a minimum of 30 hours per week is guaranteed. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with social workers to support families on CP, PLO, and court cases. Deliver all aspects of parenting work, including assessments and interventions. Support and supervise family time sessions as required. Build positive, professional relationships with families to encourage engagement and progress. Maintain accurate records and reports to contribute to case planning and court...