9 jobs found in Stroud

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...

Childrens Social Worker - Worcestershire Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join our Children's Services team in Worcestershire. The successful candidate will work with children, young people and families to safeguard wellbeing, promote positive outcomes and provide high-quality social work interventions. This role requires strong assessment skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families, including those in complex or high-risk situations Provide effective social work interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children Manage a caseload involving vulnerable or at-risk children and families Conduct investigations and contribute to child protection processes where required Develop and implement care and support plans in partnership with children, families and other professionals Work...

Are you a cleaner looking for your next role ? I am working with a client just outside of Abingdon who are looking for 2 x cleaners to join their team cleaning a school. The hours of work will be 4am to 7am, Monday to Friday (Term time only) Due to location and timings there will be no public transport so you will need to either live local or have transport. You will also either need an Enhanced DBS or be prepared to get one If you are interested, please click apply and I will then be able to go through more information with you. TAGS/facilitiesmanagement/cleaner/school

To provide professional social work to a caseload of children, young people, and families, appropriate to experience and capabilities, ensuring their views are heard. To ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant law, legislation, and practice in line with the values and principles of FSP. To ensure provision of good quality services which integrate government and local guidance and initiatives including, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Working Together, local Child Protection and Looked After Children procedures, and the DoH, Assessment Framework 2000. To provide an efficient and effective service to children, young people, and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed, and that relevant interventions are provided where needed, in a timely way. To work with families using the FSP Workbook modules, and a strengths-based approach. To prepare and submit written reports as...

The primary responsibility of the Social Worker in Adult Social Care is to conduct assessments of individuals under the Care Act who present with diverse and complex needs. The role involves collaborating with these individuals to develop suitable support plans that address identified outcomes and effectively manage associated risks. The aim is to make a real difference by using a strength-based approach to create opportunities, build resilience, and establish long-term support networks for people to live independently and safely, working in compliance with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983, including the ability to provide tailored information and advice to individuals, families, and carers in accordance with their specific circumstances and needs. The post holder has opportunity to work within the competency framework to achieve progression to Advanced Social Worker, Grade 11 following completion of their ASYE and ability to evidence advanced...

Social Worker - Children's Services Location: Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council - Hybrid to include 1 day remote Contract Type: Full time - 37 hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Salary: £39.12 UMBRELLA ( (£29.22 PAYE) About the Role We are working on behalf of Blaenau Gwent County Coucil and are seeking a motivated and skilled Social Worker to join their Social Services team. This role is responsible for delivering a high standard of social work practice in line with current legislation, national guidance, and departmental policies. You will manage a varied caseload, carry out assessments, develop care plans, and work in partnership with service users, carers, and multi-agency professionals to promote independence, safety, and wellbeing. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker who is committed to person-centred practice, safeguarding, and continuous professional development. Key Responsibilities Provide social work...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Services (West Locality) Locations: Woodfieldside, Ty Gilfach, Ty Pontygwindy, Rhymney Responsible to: Team Manager Salary: £287.23 Per day UMBRELLA (£216.82 PAYE) Contract Type: Full Time - 37 Hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Working on behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join their Children’s Services Team covering the West locality of Caerphilly County Borough. This is a rewarding frontline role working with children and families who require assessment, support, and protection. You will manage a varied caseload from initial assessment through to longer-term intervention, including child protection, looked after children, and court work. You will be part of a supportive team structure with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development. The Role You will: Deliver high-quality assessments and care management for children and...

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our Child Health & Disability Team has arisen in Cardiff. The team is currently operating on a mixed - working from home, agile and within local office space (County Hall). You will need: * A Degree or Masters in Social Work Diploma in SW (or equivalent). * Experience of working within a Child Health & Disability Team * Experience of working as part of multi-disciplinary team around children The main duties of the post holder will be: * Working alongside a multi-agency team of professionals, in partnership with families. * To use the Signs of Safety approach to underpin social work practice * Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective systems to ensure quality services. * Complete Wellbeing Assessments, child protection enquiry and develop and review care and support plans. * Working in a multiagency capacity to support families * Attendance at Child Protection Conferences, Children...