19 care professional jobs found

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Transition Support Service, Community Services in Waltham Forest. Transition social worker to work in a 0-25 Service Team. must have Learning Disability experience. To work across the boundaries of Children’s and Adult Services to enable a joined up approach to the management of transition planning and in supporting young people with disabilities to develop their maximum potential. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role: * To develop transition planning for young people who are eligible for services and support from Adult Health and Social Care services. * To ensure that there are effective arrangements in place which support a smooth transition for young people with disabilities from Children’s Services to Adult Health and Social Care provision. * To provide the highest standard of care and commitment to supporting young people with disabilities in ensuring...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Family Support Worker to join St Helens Council on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities: * Support social workers with assessments and care planning * Deliver practical and hands-on support to families in their homes * Supervise Family Time (contact sessions) between children and families * Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports and reviews * Work closely with partner agencies to support families effectively About You * Experience working with children, young people, or families * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Ability to manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner * Full UK Drivers Licence and own vehicle Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you

Sheer Jobs Limited is recruiting for an experienced interim professional to lead a review and transformation of safeguarding and quality assurance services within Adult Social Care. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will lead a comprehensive review of safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), the Principal Social Worker function, Quality Assurance, the Client Affairs Team, and the Professional Standards Academy. They will assess service effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and evaluate connectivity with wider operational and commissioning services to address any recurring challenges. The role will involve developing a proposed service restructure, including practical recommendations and options for a mini-restructure where appropriate. The candidate will also explore commercial opportunities within the Client Affairs function to support wider transformation objectives. Strong stakeholder engagement will be required to ensure alignment...

Experienced qualified Social Worker required to work in the Multi- Agency Safeguarding Hub. There is an exciting opportunity to join Buckinghamshire County Council Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) within Adult Social Care as we continue to embrace and deliver safeguarding in accordance with the Care Act 2014 requirements.   Responsibilities include: The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub is a critical frontline service and working with key partnership agencies to safeguard adults at risk of abuse or neglect. You will be required to demonstrate a person-centred approach to your work, good understanding of the Care Act (2014) and the London Multi-Agency Adult Safeguarding Procedures. You will require excellent communication skills with the ability to work with a diverse range of agencies and teams across the Borough. Good IT skills are essential. Successful applicants will be committed to working as part of a fast paced, friendly and dynamic team, providing quality services that...

Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to join the Children In Care Team Covering Dartford, Swanley and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children In Care. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complex cases involving high levels of risk and needs to a high standard to ensure resources are utilised effectively.. Provide a high quality resource of professional social work knowledge and expertise to a team of Social Workers, to include student supervision, chairing complex meetings, assisted fieldwork, attendance in court, case audits and reviews etc, to assist the team in ensuring that it carries out its core tasks to a high standard. Provide coaching and mentoring support to Social Workers, including those undertaking...

SW Locums require a UK experienced Social Worker to work within Children's Services in Islington. The role is a long term temp position working 35 hours per week. You must hold right to work in the UK and registration with Social Work England. Your role will be to ensure children and young people are safe, can overcome difficulties and can form secure relationships through their childhood and into their adulthood. As a Child and Family Social Worker you will be responsible for working with children in need of help and protection or looked after children and care-leavers, whilst maintaining the focus on safeguarding. You will work directly with the child or young person and their family or carer to build empathic, purposeful relationships that facilitate meaningful and sustainable change, as well as stability in placement and permanency for children. You will share and exercise the organisational practice ethos which places Motivational Practice and trauma-informed practice at the...

SW Locums need a Qualified Social Worker for this role that sits in the children's disability team (children up to 18 years old). Experience of working in this team is essential Hybrid working but there will be some office days to be agreed as some of the role will also to offer advice and signposting to families. Candidates must have a recognised professional Social Work Qualification – eg DipSW, CQSW or equivalent and either hold a Practice Educator qualification and/or be willing to achieve this qualification within first year of employment. You must also hold right to work in the UK, a minimum of 3 years post qualified social work experience in a permanent role in the UK in a similar statutory setting to meet DfE guidelines and hold active Social Work England registration. Essential requirements and experience: * Must have substantial and demonstrable experience of working as a qualified social worker within a statutory Children’s Social Care setting. * Must have experience...

Family Time Practitioner – Suffolk County Council Fox Morris Group are working to recruit a Family Time Practitioner Opus People Solutions are recruiting Family Time Practitioners to support Children’s Services by supervising and facilitating Family Time sessions between children and their families. This is a rewarding role where you will play a key part in ensuring children experience safe, positive and meaningful contact with those who matter most to them. Experience: • Safeguard children throughout Family Time sessions, ensuring their safety and wellbeing at all times • Supervise and facilitate sessions in a nurturing, supportive and child centred environment • Observe and assess interactions between children and parents, providing constructive feedback where appropriate • Maintain accurate, detailed records of observations, outcomes and any concerns • Work collaboratively with Social Workers and other professionals to support children’s plans • Deliver Family Time in a range of...

About the Role Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our fast‑paced Assessment Team in Ely.Our Assessment Teams are lively, dynamic, and committed to delivering high‑quality, timely support to children, young people, and families across the community. You will work in an environment where the pace is fast, the work is varied, and multi‑agency collaboration is central to achieving strong outcomes. Due to the immediate nature of assessment work, you will often see positive change quickly. Key Responsibilities Complete timely assessments of children and families, in line with statutory guidance and local procedures. Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring all work is prioritised effectively and completed within required timescales. Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries, gathering and analysing information to make informed decisions about risk and safety. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education,...

Come and join this forward-thinking Local Government organisation in the Midlands, committed to delivering high-quality services to the community. The Council are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior HR Business Partner to support our schools ensuring the continued development and success of our educational workforce. As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will take the lead in supporting senior leaders across local government schools offering strategic HR guidance and ER case management advice. You will be instrumental in developing and delivering HR strategies that align with educational objectives. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with senior leaders in schools and academy trusts to develop and implement HR strategies that align with educational goals. Providing expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies in a school/academy trust setting. Leading on the development and implementation of people strategies that promote...

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic senior housing professional to lead their Temporary Accommodation, and Housing Allocations services within a busy local authority setting. Key Responsibilities * Provide strategic and operational leadership across Temporary Accommodation, Allocations and Housing Register services, * Lead the delivery of the Council's B&B elimination plan, reducing reliance on unsuitable accommodation and supporting households to move into sustainable housing * Oversee the provision, procurement and management of Temporary Accommodation, ensuring services operate within legislative requirements, contractual standards and financial limits * Ensure the Council meets its statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and other statutory guidance. * Oversee the Housing Register and allocations scheme, ensuring a fair, transparent and effective approach to prioritisation and lettings * Drive continuous service...

LOCUM Social Worker (Adult Mental Health) job in South Devon. 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. HOULRY RATE: £26.50 (umbrella) TYPE: LOCUM TEAM: Mental Health / Adult Social Care HOURS: Full Time, Initial 12-week period, immediate start Job Overview: As an Agency Social Worker, you will be responsible for: * Carrying out assessments, care planning, and reviews in accordance with statutory requirements. * Providing person-centred support to service users with complex mental health or adult social care needs. * Liaising closely with multi-agency teams including healthcare professionals, safeguarding teams, and community services. * Maintaining accurate, timely, and detailed case records. * Participating...

Position: Head Of Procurement Location: High Street, Gosport, PO12 1EB Start Date: ASAP        Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 300.00 per day Job Reference: (phone number removed) Role Overview The Head of Procurement & Insurance (Interim) will lead and manage the Council’s Procurement and Insurance services. This includes overseeing complex, high-value procurement projects, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and providing strategic advice to senior management. The role also includes supervision of the Purchasing, Procurement, and Insurance team and acting as the Council’s Insurance Officer. This is a temporary/interim role with hybrid working arrangements at Gosport Town Hall. What We Are Looking For Extensive experience in procurement management, including high-value contracts and public sector compliance. Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience mentoring and developing...

We are seeking an experienced Interim IT Category Manager to lead high‑value, strategically important commercial activity within a fast‑paced, high‑performing Commercial function. This role will suit a senior commercial professional with deep expertise in technology procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and a passion for delivering value through commercial transformation. Client Details This public sector organisation operates as a medium-sized entity, focusing on delivering robust services and fostering fair competition. It is committed to maintaining high standards in procurement practices and ensuring value for money in all its operations. Description Lead delivery of Technology Category procurement activity to the highest professional standards. Implement and embed effective category management and contract management practices. Be accountable for the timely, compliant and assured delivery of all commercial arrangements. Drive performance and commercial value...

Job Title: Assistant Team Manager Child Protection Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: Up to £45.00 (umbrella) Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. About the Role/Responsibilities: We are seeking a full-time Assistant Team Manager to join our Permanence Team. You will be an experienced, qualified social worker with a passion for supporting children in care and helping them achieve stability and long-term security. In this role, you will provide leadership and management support to the team, working alongside the Team Manager to ensure high-quality practice and effective supervision. You will: Supervise and appraise social...

Social Worker Birth to Settled Adulthood Service Location: North Dorset (Office base: Dorchester) Contract: Locum, Maternity Cover Start Date: March Service Area: Children & Young People (0-25) About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. We are seeking a skilled and committed Locum Social Worker to join our Birth to Settled Adulthood service to provide maternity cover from March. This is an exciting opportunity to work with children and young people aged 0-25 with a wide range of disabilities, supporting them and their families through key stages of their development. About the Role You will manage a diverse caseload and work across the full range of social work disciplines, including: Early...

You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court. You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis. You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of...

Principal Social Worker – Family Help Team Cornwall Council Pay Rate: £23.00 PAYE (exclusive of holiday pay) £29.45 LTD (inclusive of holiday pay) Location: Redruth, West Cornwall Contract: Full-time About the Role Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Principal Social Worker to join their Family Help Team based in Redruth. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a senior role within a forward-thinking local authority that is committed to delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and their families. Cornwall’s Children and Family Services are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting welfare through effective frontline practice. You will be part of a team of innovative, motivated, and passionate professionals who are focused on achieving the best outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and expert guidance within the Family Help Team Support complex casework and decision-making to ensure high standards of practice Contribute to...

Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...