31 jobs found in Uttoxeter

Children's Social Worker – Child Protection Team Location: Derbyshire Employer: Derbyshire County Council Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time Locum (Monday to Friday) Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Pay Rate: £23.66 per hour (Negotiable for experienced candidates) Children's Social Worker Opportunity – Derbyshire County Council SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Derbyshire County Council's Child Protection Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking for a rewarding locum role with the flexibility of hybrid working and the support of a well-established local authority. About the Role You will join the Area Child Protection Team, managing a varied caseload that includes: * Assessments * Child in Need (CIN) * Child Protection * Court Work * CRE Work Working closely with children, families, and partner agencies, you will play a key role in 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...

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Children's Senior Practitioner to join its Safeguarding Service. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work professional with strong experience across Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline, Care Proceedings, and Adoption. The successful candidate will provide effective help and protection to children, young people, families, and carers, while supporting the development of high-quality social work practice across the team. This role combines complex casework responsibilities with practice leadership, supervision, and mentoring of frontline practitioners. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments, planning, interventions, and direct work with children and families. Manage a complex caseload involving CIN, CP, PLO, Care Proceedings, and Adoption work. Lead safeguarding investigations and attend strategy meetings, child protection conferences, reviews, and other statutory meetings. Complete...

Qualified Social Worker - Learning Disability Team Location: Walsall Council Contract: 12 Weeks Hours: 37 Hours per Week Pay Rate: £28.40 per Hour (Umbrella) Working Arrangement: Hybrid (Office-based 2 days per week) About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join its Learning Disability Team. This role requires a dedicated professional who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred social work services, promoting independence, and supporting adults with learning disabilities to achieve positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities Practice within current legislation, statutory guidance, and Walsall Council policies and procedures. Undertake strengths-based assessments that promote self-determination, independence, empowerment, and community resilience. Co-produce care and support plans with service users, including agreeing financial contributions where required. Regularly review care and support plans to ensure...

Hays is recruiting on behalf of a Council for an experienced Solicitor - Childcare to join their busy and supportive Safeguarding and Education Legal Team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional to play a key role in supporting children's safeguarding services, providing specialist advice, and representing the Council in childcare proceedings. The Role The successful candidate will undertake a varied caseload covering all aspects of childcare law and safeguarding matters. You will provide expert legal advice and support to Social Care teams, Sandwell Children's Trust, officers, and elected Members, ensuring the Council meets its statutory responsibilities in relation to children at risk. Key responsibilities include: Managing all aspects of legal work relating to childcare proceedings. Advising on social care matters including early help, discharges, adoptions, child assessments, and safeguarding issues. Representing the Council...

Social Worker – Child Protection Enquiry Service Location: Lifford House, Birmingham Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Agency/Temporary Hours: Full-time (Hybrid Working) Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and supporting families? We're recruiting for a Social Worker to join the South Child Protection Enquiry Service in Birmingham, based at Lifford House. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dedicated safeguarding team, progressing plans for children and young people who are subject to Section 47 (S47) Child Protection enquiries. The role offers hybrid working, combining office and home working, with attendance required on team days and allocated duty days. The Role As a Social Worker within the Child Protection Enquiry Service, you will manage a caseload of children and young people, undertaking statutory assessments and coordinating multi-agency interventions to safeguard those at risk of...

Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Agency/Temporary Hours: Full-time Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for a Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner to join a well-established team in Birmingham Children's Trust, based in the Hodge Hill District. This is an excellent opportunity to lead on complex child and family work, champion high-quality practice, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. The Role As a Senior Social Work Lead Practitioner, you will take the lead in supporting children and families through Child in Need and Family Help interventions. You will work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective, child-centred plans, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time. You will play a key role in managing complex cases, leading multi-agency...

CFS Advanced Practitioner – Safeguarding (Court & Child Protection) Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire (covering Melton Mowbray) Job Type: Agency Contract Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working Reference: 000B 4436 / 1 JoinThe Safeguarding Team We are seeking an experienced Children and Family Services (CFS) Advanced Practitioner to join its Safeguarding Service based in Loughborough, with responsibility for cases across Melton Mowbray as required. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled social work professional with substantial experience in Child Protection and Court Work to take on a leading role within a supportive and progressive safeguarding team. The Role As an Advanced Practitioner, you will hold complex safeguarding cases and provide expert social work intervention to children and families. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality practice across Child Protection and Court proceedings, ensuring children are safeguarded and supported...

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...

Position ICT Service Delivery Manager (IT) Location Council Offices, Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TX, United Kingdom Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely. Start Date ASAP Contract Duration 78 weeks (Temporary Contract) Working Hours 37 hours per week Pay Rate PAYE: £22.41 per hour Job Reference OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day delivery of ICT services, ensuring systems remain reliable, secure and customer focused. Monitor service performance against agreed service levels (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Oversee ICT operational teams and work closely with managers across infrastructure, development, security and service support. Lead the delivery of ICT projects and service improvements, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Support the delivery of digital transformation and organisational change...

Your new company A fantastic opportunity has been registered for an Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP) within a Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. Your new role Your role as Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP), you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team of 3, focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are executed...

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 Social Worker job (Family Safeguarding Team) in Shropshire. Supply Care Solutions are a market-leading Medical, Social Care and Education recruitment consultancy, we offer a range of accredited services across the public sector, providing highly skilled, compliant professionals in all grades and specialties, including short, long term and permanent positions. RATE: up to £30.57ph (umbrella, depending on experience) TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker TEAM: Family Safeguarding HOURS: (37 hours per week) Key Responsibilities * Manage a diverse and complex caseload, undertaking assessments, care planning and interventions. * Assess and manage risk, making informed, evidence-based decisions, including contributing to safeguarding and court proceedings. * Apply relevant legislation, policies and best practice to deliver effective, child-focused services. * Build and maintain strong working relationships with children, families and multi-agency partners. * Deliver a range...

Assistant Director - Environment & Enforcement Directorate: Public Services Reports to: Strategic Director - Public Services Pay: £49.62 per hour Contract: Ends March 2027 Location: Nuneaton - CV11 Job Purpose Provide strategic leadership for the Council's Environment & Enforcement services, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused and legally compliant services that support the Council's priorities. Lead service improvement, manage resources effectively, and work collaboratively with elected members, partners and senior leaders to deliver positive outcomes for residents. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Environment & Enforcement Service, contributing to the strategic leadership of the Directorate. Develop and deliver service strategies, business plans and improvement programmes. Ensure services are safe, efficient, compliant and deliver value for money. Lead and develop managers and employees, promoting a positive, inclusive and high-performing...

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...

Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council for an experienced Forestry Officer / Tree Surveyor to support their Forestry Service during a period of transition. This is a flexible contract opportunity, primarily site-based across Solihull, with a pay rate of £36 per hour. The assignment is ongoing with an immediate start available. Please see a high-level overview of the role below: * Carry out tree inspections, condition assessments and risk surveys across the borough Undertake BS5837 surveys in support of highways, infrastructure and development projects * Produce arboricultural reports, recommendations and technical advice relating to tree management and potential tree removal * Support planning, construction and environmental projects by assessing the impact of development on trees and woodland assets * Investigate and respond to tree-related service requests from the public and council departments * Liaise with...

About the Role Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our well-established Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly supportive and collaborative safeguarding environment where children and families receive the right help at the right time. Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) As a Senior Social Worker within MASH, you will play a key role in ensuring effective safeguarding arrangements for children and young people by working closely with partner agencies and making timely, informed decisions. Key responsibilities include: Screening and reviewing incoming referrals Applying threshold guidance effectively to ensure appropriate interventions Making timely decisions within MASH timescales Contributing to multi-agency safeguarding processes and decision-making Attending and contributing to strategy discussions Presenting information clearly and...

Insurance & Claims officer required for our public sector client We are looking for a candidate who has liability and personal injury experience in relation to negligence policies such as public liability, employers liability, third part liability or motor background. Would ideally like a minimum of 2-3 years recent experience. Hybrid working. The current working arrangements are office attendance Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, 08:30 to 17:00 Mon to Thurs and 08:30 to 16:30 Fri with one hour for lunch. This is for the inhouse claims handling team for the Council

Our public sector client is currently looking for a Transport Officer to join them on a temporary basis, initially until June 2026 This is a full time role, working 09.00 - 17.00 Office based, LE3 area of Leicester No qualifications required but you MUST have background within transport along with: * Good organisational skills * Able to work well under pressure * Computer literate * Able to work well on their own and as part of a team * Good telephone manner, dealing with the public and stakeholders. * Adaptable

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...