46 live in carer jobs found

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...

The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. It is initially fixed term until 31 March 2027 with an expected extension for a further 3 years once funding is approved. Surrey County Council is establishing a new function to deliver the Connect to Work programme. As an Employment Specialist, you will be at the heart of this exciting initiative delivering Individual Placement and Support (IPS) to residents facing barriers to employment, while also supporting employers by bridging workforce needs with local talent from priority groups. This role is ideal for those passionate about making a real difference in people's lives and contributing to a more inclusive, skilled local workforce. The role is hybrid with substantial travel across Surrey to meet programme participants and employers. As part of the role, you will also be expected to attend the office at least one day a week in Woodhatch Place, Reigate (usually Tuesday). Our Offer to...

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About the Role We are seeking experienced Children's Social Workers to join our Assessment Team. This is a vital role where you will respond to referrals involving concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing. Your primary responsibility will be to investigate concerns, assess risks and protective factors, and determine the most appropriate course of action to safeguard children. You will work directly with children and families, ensuring the child's voice is central to all assessments and decisions. This role involves a wide range of statutory duties and requires strong analytical and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Respond to new referrals and carry out initial investigations into child safety concerns. Complete Section 17 Single Assessments and Section 47 Enquiries. Participate in Initial Child Protection Conferences and Child in Need meetings. Prepare Section 7 reports for private law proceedings when required. Conduct home visits and engage directly with...

Locum Social Worker – Hospital Team (5 Years Hospital Experience Required) Location: Central London Team: Hospital Discharge Team Pay Rate: £32 - £34 per hour (dependent on experience) Contract Type: Locum / Temporary Start Date: ASAP Full-Time Position Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to make a real impact in a dynamic hospital setting? Our client in Central London is seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join the Hospital Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals and families at a critical point in their care journey and be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team Key Responsibilities: * Undertake assessments under the Care Act 2014 to facilitate timely hospital discharges. * Work closely with health professionals, families, and community services to develop effective discharge plans. * Apply strengths-based, person-centred approaches to ensure positive outcomes for service users. *...

Role Responsibilities To support the team in managing their caseloads, which will involve some co- working of complex cases Quality control of written reports/assessments/minutes including court reports, produced within the team Assist in the writing of reports for less experience staff and support at meetings and within the court arena Chair and attend meetings in line with Statutory duties Plan and conduct group supervision sessions within the team Representing Team Manager in strategy meetings Acting as first point of reference for case work issues where consultation is needed Recommending to Team Manager any financial payments required for families and or young person Contribution to supervision of individual members of the team, particularly less experienced SW/OT staff Assigning tasks to team members (usually under guidance from Team Manager) To ensure that all casework is managed within appropriate codes of practice, statutory/departmental guidelines Maintains an awareness...

Family Support Worker Are you a passionate Family Support Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to work within a service based in Worcestershire. Pay Rates: £15.98 - £20.73 Umbrella Rate Information n the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5hours per week for 3 months initially. What you will be doing: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.   To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning...

Family Time Worker Are you a passionate Family Time Worker looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are currently recruiting for a Family Time Worker to work in a service based in Bolton. Pay Rates: - £16.43 - £20.83 Umbrella Rate Information the Role: Successful candidates will be offered 37.5 hours per week. What you will be doing: To contribute to risk assessments and protecting children and young people from danger, harm, and abuse To plan and record interventions effectively, to support and contribute to the overall assessment held by referring social care teams  To deliver quality interventions within the Framework for Action parenting capacity guidance To offer support and evidence-based intervention around child development using EYFS (Early Years Framework Strategy) guidance and behaviour management strategies To work in partnership with families on protection plans in their own home, where appropriate To communicate and work with a range of professionals...

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Family Time Worker to join a Childrens Services team within a Local Authority. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week. Overview: The successful candidate will support supervised family time between children and their family members while ensuring a safe, positive, and child centred environment. This role focuses on promoting high quality interactions, safeguarding children, and providing clear written observations to support ongoing care planning. Main Duties: * Supervise family time sessions in a safe and supportive setting * Record clear, objective observations to assist social work assessments * Develop session plans that meet each child’s individual needs * Promote positive engagement and model appropriate parenting approaches * Ensure the emotional and physical safety of children at all times * Provide written reports to Social Workers in a timely manner * Transport children to and from family time sessions...

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Family Worker to support reunification and Special Guardianship Order conversions within a Local Authority. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week. Overview: This role focuses on helping children and young people achieve safe, stable, and permanent outcomes within their family networks. The successful candidate will work closely with families, carers, and professionals to support reunification plans, guide SGO conversions, and deliver targeted interventions that strengthen relationships and reduce risk. Main Duties: * Work with families to support safe and sustainable reunification plans * Guide carers and families through the SGO conversion process with clear advice and practical support * Complete assessments and contribute to care planning in partnership with Social Workers and other professionals * Deliver focused interventions to strengthen family relationships and promote positive change * Monitor...

4Recruitment Services are seeking  a Family Support Worker to work for our client based in Worcester. The role will require you to support children, young people and families where there is Child In Need Plan in place. As part of the job role, you will also be working with families where children are deemed to be on the edge of Local Authority care. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To carry out direct work and support children, including pre-school children, their parents and/or other relatives/carers as part of an assessment, plan or review. To encourage and empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting needs of their children. To develop better understanding of child development and needs within parents and carers.  To help support the care of children and within their families through the provision of parenting support To work with families where there is high risk of family breakdown. To help keep children safe through assessment and planning processes. To...

Adult Social Worker - 0-25 Transforming Care Team Location: Hertfordshire (Countywide) Pay: £32 per hour Role: Adult Social Worker - 0-25 Transforming Care Team About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the 0-25 Together Service within the Transforming Care Team. This role focuses on supporting young adults aged 18-25 with complex mental health needs who are at risk of hospital admission. You will work both remotely and from office locations across the county, so a full driving licence and access to a car are essential. Due to the nature of the work, we require a female social worker to support individuals living with trauma who may be triggered by male workers. Key Responsibilities: Complete Care Act and Capacity assessments. Undertake Community DoLs applications and prepare reports for court. Support transitions in and out of hospital admission. Carry out risk assessments and work within a multi-agency team including mental health services,...

Children with Disabilities Social Worker - North London Location: Enfield Pay: In line with local agreements Role: Social Worker - Children with Disabilities About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Children with Disabilities Team in Enfield. This role involves working with children and young people who have complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support and services to thrive. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of children with disabilities, providing assessments and care planning. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partners to deliver tailored support. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and best practice standards. Advocate for children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.What We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with current registration. Experience working within Children's Services, ideally with disabilities. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Commitment to...

Cardiff Council is seeking a dedicated Training and Development Officer – Adult Services to join our Social Care Workforce team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a skilled, competent and confident social care workforce, supporting both student social workers and qualified practitioners across the service. 🔹 About the Role In this role, you will support the delivery of professional development initiatives aligned with the Social Care Wales Workforce Development Programme. Working closely with the Training Manager, you will: * Coordinate, monitor and evaluate social care work placements * Support qualifying and post-qualifying social work programmes * Act as an Assessor for social work students and social workers * Oversee access to CPEL programmes for social work employees * Commission and support practice-based assessments in line with Council processes * Contribute to the First Three Years...

Description Bedford Borough Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Practitioner Social Worker to join our Integrated Front Door (IFD) Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in early identification, assessment, and intervention to protect vulnerable children and young people. The IFD Team is a multi-agency hub made up of professionals from Children’s Services, Early Help Services, and partner agencies, working together to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right time. If you are an enthusiastic and proactive social worker who puts the child’s voice at the heart of your practice, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Early identification and assessment – triage and prioritise referrals to determine the best course of action for children and families. Collaboration and information sharing – work closely with key partners such as police, health, education, probation, and social care to ensure a coordinated...

Children's Social Worker - South Tyneside Council Role: Social Worker - Children's Social Care Location: Town Hall, South Tyneside (NE33 2RL) Pay: £28.29 per hour About the Role: As a Social Worker, you will manage an agreed caseload under the guidance of a Practice Manager, with support from a Senior Social Worker. You'll work with children subject to Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, PLO and public law proceedings, and children in care through to permanence planning. Current average caseload: 16 children Requirements: Qualified Social Worker (Social Care Qualified) Experience in Children's Social CareThis is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real impact on children's lives in South Tyneside. For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment...

Senior Social Worker - Through Care (Non-Case Holding) Location: Dunedin House, Stockton-on-Tees (TS17 6BJ) Pay: £32.70 per hour Council: Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council About the Role: We are seeking two skilled and motivated Social Workers to join our Permanence Team in a non-case holding capacity, focusing on progressing discharge of care orders and Special Guardianship Order (SGO) conversions. This role is central to achieving timely permanence for children and young people, ensuring stability and security within their family networks. Key Responsibilities: Drive progression of discharge of care orders and SGO conversions in line with statutory requirements and best practice. Collaborate with case-holding social workers, legal teams, and partner agencies to remove barriers and expedite permanence planning. Provide expert advice, guidance, and practical support to families and carers throughout the process. Contribute to assessments, court documentation, and...

Child and Youth Justice Service Practitioner Location: Central and East Lancashire (Preston, Burnley, and surrounding areas) About the Role We are seeking a committed and professional practitioner to join our Child and Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will work within a multi-agency environment to support children involved with the youth justice system, with a focus on preventing offending, reducing re-offending, and lowering custody rates. You will manage a varied caseload of children in both community and custodial settings, ensuring high-quality assessment, intervention, supervision, and support. This role requires a practitioner who is resilient, child-centred and motivated to deliver high-quality work in line with the Youth Justice Board principles of Child First, Trauma-Informed and Restorative practice, and the Probation Service values of Purpose, Humanity, Openness and Together. Qualifications & Requirement Preference for a qualified Probation...

Family Support Worker – Worcestershire Children First Location: Worcestershire Contract: Full-time Contact: (url removed) Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families? Worcestershire Children First is seeking a committed and proactive Family Support Worker to support families where a Child in Need Plan is in place, as well as those on the edge of local authority care. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on strengthening families, promoting positive change, and helping to ensure children can grow up safely within supportive home environments. Key Responsibilities As a Family Support Worker, you will: Provide direct support to children (including pre-school aged), their parents, and wider family members in line with assessments and agreed plans. Empower parents/carers to take responsibility for meeting their children's needs. Support parents in developing a clear understanding of...

Duty & Assessment Social Worker - Tameside Council Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester Rate: Up to £39 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience Hours: 36 hours per week - Full-time Contract Type: Agency / Temporary Overview Caritas Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Tameside Council's Duty & Assessment Team. This is a front-line role responsible for managing referrals, conducting assessments, and carrying out statutory duties to safeguard children and families. You'll work in a fast-paced, high-performing team dealing with new referrals, strategy discussions, and Section 47 enquiries. Please note: Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in a Duty & Assessment or Front Door team. Applications not meeting this requirement will not be considered. Key Responsibilities Manage a Duty & Assessment caseload, responding to new referrals and undertaking assessments in line with statutory...