56 contracts manager jobs found

Title – Programme Lead (LGR) Rate – £500 - £600 a day Length – 12 months An authority in East Anglia is looking to appoint an experienced programme professional to help shape and coordinate work supporting its developing Local Government Reorganisation and wider transformation agenda. As the authority enters an earlier phase of planning and preparation, activity is becoming increasingly focused on developing the foundations for future change, building programme arrangements, and ensuring services are positioned to support longer-term transition requirements. With formal reorganisation activity anticipated on a later timescale, the role will support the establishment of structures, planning activity and coordination across a broad range of work areas. This position will suit an individual who is comfortable working within a changing environment, can bring organisation and clarity to evolving priorities, and can engage effectively with stakeholders across different levels of the...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Police Call Handler (Days) to work within the North Wales Police Force Location: St Asaph Contract Type: Temporary on going Hourly Rate: £14.10 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time day shifts Monday to Friday **Please note this role will be subject to Police Vetting, you will need to have been within the UK for a minimum of 3 years continually** Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Communications Operator to join their team in North Wales Police! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional communication skills, this is the role for you. Overall Purpose of the Job: As a Communications Operator, you will deliver a professional, effective, and efficient customer service aimed at "getting it right first time." Your role will involve resolving public inquiries, accurately recording information, and deploying resources in a pressurised environment. Key...

We are looking to recruit a Occupational Therapy Practice Manager in Haringey within the Social Care industry. The vacancy will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Responsibilities for the Occupational Therapy Practice Manager include: To hold professional responsibility for the work undertaken by Social Work/OT staff who are providing the assessment and care management/OT support to Adult Social Services. To support the Team Manager and Group Managers with the development, planning, delivery, performance, commissioning and governance of services to deliver a first class service and for Adult Social Services ensuring best value and choice and control are at the heart of the process. To support the Manager to manage resources efficiently and effectively; without compromising the delivery of high quality, fully integrated services. To manage efficient operation of processes, policies and procedures to...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Childrens Family Solutions Plus team. Job Purpose 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. Job responsibilities 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...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Childrens UASC Team. Job Purpose The Unaccompanied Children and Young Person's Team cares for children and care leavers. The team includes: - managers, senior's, social workers, leaving care personal advisors and a family support worker. As a social worker in the team you will be responsible for unaccompanied children who are usually care for by the local authority under sec 20 of the Children Act. You will have your own case load and be responsible for completing all statutory duties within timescales. You will be part of a duty pod and this is usually when you will need to respond to newly arrived children. You will need to take part in a front door assessment to ensure that the right services are offered. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your knowledge in working with children of different cultures and gaining a good understanding of the asylum process Job responsibilities...

This is for a senior programme manager to initiate and deliver a Data Maturity programme as part of the Housing Improvement Programme initiated to respond to the Regulator of Social Housing judgement (C3 grading). The programme focus will be on improving data maturity and establishing data strategies for the Housing directorate. Candidates must have: * MSP qualification * Experience of leading a data maturity programme * Local government or large Housing Association experience * Housing experience is desirable If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Childrens Blackbird Leys Team 1&2. Job Description In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we're committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! We're a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with - including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP). About the Role You will manage a caseload tailored to your experience,...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Childrens Assessment Team. The post holder will line manage Social Workers (including NQSWs, Senior Practitioners) and Family Help Practitioners. The purpose of this job is to help children, young people and families in need of help and protection with a particular focus on managing Child & Family Assessments and Strategy Discussions/Section 47 Investigations for children newly referred or not currently open to a statutory social work team. The post holder will hold supervisory responsibility for some newly qualified social workers supporting and assessing them to meet the requirements of the Council's Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme. The post has lead responsibility for ensuring that the duty and assessment function in the team is managed safely and delivers outcomes effectively and in a timely way. The role has no direct budgetary responsibility.Benefits...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Childrens Family Solutions West Team 2. Job Purpose 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. Job responsibilities 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...

Role: SENIOR SOCIAL WORKERS - LAC TEAM - LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Temp and Perm Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Social Workers on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Key skills and experience of Social Worker (LAC team) As a Looked after children's Social Worker, you will support children and their families to ensure that their needs are met in a safe and timely manner. You will be part of a highly acclaimed supportive service that has a comprehensive programme to ensure new recruits have a thorough induction, receive ongoing support from managers and have the opportunity to progress in your career. Qualifications You will have either Dip SW, CQSW or recognised equivalent professional qualification. Or registered by the health can care professional's council r a Practice Educator Award. A relevant degree in the related area. Enhanced DBS certificate which is satisfactory to Luton Borough Council will be a condition of your appointment. About Us Luton Borough...

Role: SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER Department: PEOPLE Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their People Team department. Main purpose of position: To undertake the full range of social work duties in relation to statutory Family Placement work in accordance with the National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services and Fostering Services Regulations, Promoting the best interests of children and young people at all times. As a SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORKER, you will be responsible to: · Visiting and maintaining contact on an agreed basis in accordance with LBC guidelines and policies, to support, supervise and guide the foster carer . · Working flexibly to ensure an appropriate level of support is offered. Identifying and advising the deputy team manager or team manager of problems arising with carers and/or their placements ensuring appropriate and timely action may follow . · Reporting significant issues/and or...

Role: Care worker/Support worker Grade: L3 Temp/Perm Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a care worker/support worker on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their people department in the adult social care division. About the Role To provide personal social and domestic support to customers of the respite service as specified by individual care plans. As an adult support worker/care worker, you will be responsible to: To support service users in meeting their physical/behavioural needs including assisting toileting, medication, enabling to eat, lifting and moving mobility. To offer stimulation and motivation through conversation and social activity in order to assist service users in developing their confidence and independence. To assist people, as required, with budgeting, shopping, outings and community activities as planned with the knowledge of senior staff on duty. To report immediately to the line manager or, failing that, the most senior member of staff on duty...

Rental Income Support Officer Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid, 2–3 days on site Contract: 3 months initially Rate: £23.94 per hour PAYE / £30 umbrella An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Rental Income Support Officer to join a busy local authority team. This role is focused on maximising rental income, reducing arrears and supporting residents to sustain their tenancies. You will manage a patch of rent accounts and take a proactive approach to income recovery through early intervention, resident engagement and effective case management. Working in a commercially focused environment, you will balance strong income collection with excellent customer care. Responsibilities Manage a patch of rent accounts and act as the first point of contact for rent-related queries. Take early action on arrears through phone calls, home visits and case follow-up. Negotiate and monitor affordable repayment agreements. Draft clear, tailored correspondence to residents....

Social Worker – Assessment and Support Team | Blackpool Council | £39 per hour Sheldon Phillips are currently working with Blackpool Children’s Services to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Assessment and Support Team on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner looking to work within a fast-paced frontline service supporting children and families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and court proceedings work. The team works closely with partner agencies to deliver timely assessments and robust interventions that improve outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Role Overview As part of the Assessment and Support Team, you will manage a varied caseload involving Children in Need, Child Protection, PLO, and care proceedings work. You will complete assessments, undertake direct work with children and families, and develop plans that reduce risk and promote positive long-term outcomes. The service requires confident...

Lambeth | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join Child Assessment Team 2. This is a frontline statutory role focused on safeguarding children, completing high-quality assessments, and delivering effective interventions for children and families. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload within a fast-paced assessment service, working closely with multi-agency partners to ensure children receive timely and effective support. Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office Hybrid working arrangement In this role, you will: Manage a complex caseload of children and families Undertake Child and Family Assessments Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries Lead Child Protection investigations and safeguarding interventions Prepare reports and applications for court proceedings Develop and review Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children plans Work collaboratively...

Peterborough City Council Social Worker – Safeguarding Team Pay Rate: £39 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team. You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, completing assessments and delivering interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively. This is a supportive and well-structured service with a strong focus on multi-agency collaboration and achieving positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments. Manage a caseload of CIN and CP cases, including court work where required. Develop and implement robust safety and support plans. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police. Undertake direct work with children and families. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences,...

Senior Communications Officer Cheshire / Hybrid £26.86 per hour Umbrella A Local Authority in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Senior Communications Officer to join their communications team on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional with strong campaign, PR and stakeholder management experience to help deliver high-profile communications activity across a range of key council services and initiatives. The Role You will be responsible for planning, delivering and advising on complex and high-profile communications campaigns, ensuring effective engagement with residents, stakeholders and partners. Key duties will include: Planning and delivering strategic communications and PR campaigns Managing multiple concurrent campaigns to agreed deadlines and budgets Working with a wide range of internal clients and stakeholders to set measurable objectives Evaluating campaign effectiveness and reporting on outcomes Commissioning creative...

Lambeth | Locum | £45.20 per hour | Hybrid Working Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Children’s Services. This is a leadership role focused on delivering high-quality social work practice, safeguarding children, and supporting frontline teams within a fast-paced statutory environment. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operational running of the team, ensuring children receive effective and timely interventions while maintaining high practice standards across the service. Working Pattern: 5 days in the office every other week Hybrid working arrangement In this role, you will: Lead and manage a team of Social Workers within Children’s Services Oversee safeguarding practice and ensure statutory responsibilities are met Allocate and monitor workloads to ensure effective service delivery Provide regular reflective supervision and performance management Support staff development, mentoring, and professional practice...

Tenancy Support Officer (New Builds) * Demonstrated experience of working with social tenants preferably with local authority but not essential * Ability to attend meetings, panels or case conferences and present difficult and complex cases * A working knowledge in understanding changes in legislation in housing and support services * Experience of working with a range of vulnerable tenants and families from under 18‘s to the older person living in their own homes. * Experience and knowledge of current welfare benefits and housing benefits * Experience of effective Casework Management, Referral Processing, Assessment, Support Planning, providing tenancy advice and recognising Risk * Ability to work intensively with tenants who require tailored support to settle into their tenancies and sustain them. * Ability to draft correspondence reports and collating and maintaining accurate statistics relating to the Tenancy Support work. * Problem solving skills and...

Our client is seeking experienced Caseworkers to play a key role in a high-profile government initiative supporting eligible Afghan nationals and their families who assisted UK operations. This is a sensitive and high-impact position within the Defence sector, ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and emotional resilience. Key Responsibilities * Manage and progress casework in line with government policy, ensuring fair, well-documented, and transparent decisions. * Analyse complex information from multiple sources to reach accurate conclusions. * Handle confidential and, at times, distressing material with professionalism and care. * Work to daily case targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality. * Communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. * Ensure full compliance with data protection and information security requirements. Essential Skills &...