38 service manager jobs found

Youth Justice Service Team Manager Rotherham     £40ph Full Time The post holder will carry out the day-to-day management, development, and delivery of a multi-agency Youth Justice Service (YJS). Provide effective leadership, management, and direction to the designated YJS team including: Monitoring standards and service delivery Ensuring that the YJS risk management meetings are utilised effectively to identify children and risk of harm through the youth justice system and that robust plans are in place Children have individual intervention plans and victim profiles which address risk, needs and vulnerabilities Safeguards and external controls is effectively managed to protect the public and safeguard children by working with police colleagues and across the partnership Requirements Qualified Social Worker (Degree/Diploma in Social Work). Registration with Social Work England. To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe...

Civil Enforcement Officer - Colchester City Council Colchester, Essex £15.97 PAYE  Temporary Contract We are delighted to be supporting our client in recruiting 3x Civil Enforcement Officers on a temporary basis. As a Civil Enforcement Officer, you will be required to start and end your shift at Latton Bush, Southern Way, Harlow consisting of hours 07:30am-19:00pm with 1 hour lunch (10 ½ hours per day) Accountabilities: To recognise the importance of supporting colleagues and to recognise the ethos of the North Essex Parking Partnership staff charter in a positive and professional manner. Patrol and enforce on-street and off-street parking areas across the Partnership to enable the provision of an efficient and effective service. Issue of Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) in accordance with procedures, instructions and relevant Parking Orders currently in operation ensuring legal requirements are maintained. To appear at adjudication hearings/court as required. Report any defects that...

HR Change Manager  Location: Waterwells Police HQ, Quedeley, Gloucester, GL2 2AN Contract: 6 month contract with likely extension Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Pay Rate: £30.28 LTD per hour About the Role: This role exists to lead and deliver HR change initiatives within a policing environment during a defined period of organisational change. You are not here to advise from the sidelines - you are here to make change land, legally, operationally, and on time. You will operate at pace, manage competing priorities, and ensure that workforce change complies with employment law, policy, and policing standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage HR change activity, including restructures, role changes, and workforce transitions Provide expert advice on employment law and change management within a complex public-sector environment Work closely with senior leaders, HR colleagues, and stakeholders to deliver change against tight deadlines Manage multiple...

Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision dependent on the complexity of the case and post qualification experience of the post holder. Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and...

Our client, Manchester City Council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Adults social Services A social worker is required to support the HDTA Central team for a 12‑month period covering Intermediate care at Willowbank. The role involves providing direct support to service users and their families in line with statutory duties and national/local policies, ensuring positive outcomes for citizens. Working closely with MLCO partners and other stakeholders, the role holder will assess and manage current and potential risks, and design person‑centred support plans that promote independence. Key responsibilities include: Actively contributing to MDT discussions, particularly around Estimated Discharge Dates (EDD), length of stays etc. Supporting patients and families to manage expectations during the discharge and care‑planning process. Collaborating with therapy staff to gather assessment information, including for high‑value care packages. Keeping the flow lead...

Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). Main duties and responsibilities: * Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision dependent on the complexity of the case and post qualification experience of the post holder. * Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and...

Role: Senior Practitioner MASH Department: Children, Families and Education Services Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Practitioner MASH on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children, Families and Education Services department. Main purpose of position: To prioritise the most vulnerable and at risk individuals and recommend appropriate advice and action, ensuring that all contacts are signposted or handed over to appropriate staff and services for timely and high quality action. As a Senior Practitioner MASH, you will be responsible to: Work closely with the MASH Deputy Team Manager to deal effectively with all enquiries from a variety of sources. Manage a complex caseload of initial contacts requiring a high level of skill relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable / at risk children and families . Use advanced professional knowledge, skills, experience and initiative to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding in accordance . Effectively...

Role: Deputy Team Manager (DTM) MASH Department: Children, Families and Education Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Deputy Team Manager (DTM) MASH on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children, Families and Education department. Main purpose of position: To work alongside the Team Manager to lead the team. Line managing, supporting and coaching a team including ASYE's, Social Workers and Senior Practitioners. As a Deputy Team Manager, you will be responsible to: Work closely with the Team manager in managing in the day to day operations of the team. Prevent the separation of children from their families whenever possible and appropriate. Ensure children and young people reach their full potential and have equal access to services available. Proactively identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the team through using managerial performance data (KPI's). Develop, support, coach, train and motivate staff to deliver and maintain...

Senior Practitioner – Safeguarding & Family Support (Children 0-18) Walsall Council £33.50 per hour This role involves leading high-level safeguarding interventions and providing expert support to families with children aged 0-18. You will manage complex cases, mentor staff, and ensure statutory requirements are met to provide a safe environment for Walsall’s most vulnerable young people. Key Responsibilities * Provide professional, comprehensive casework for a caseload of children and young people. * Lead on complex safeguarding investigations, ensuring all conclusions are evidenced and action plans are realistic. * Prepare and submit expert written reports, including statements and care plans for court proceedings. * Proactively work in partnership with external agencies, parents, and carers. * Attend conferences, reviews, and court hearings, presenting the Council’s plans with professionalism. Team Leadership & Development * Provide guidance and...

Senior Social Worker – Looked After Children London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham Up to £38 per hour This role focuses on delivering high-quality statutory services for children in care within the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham. You will manage complex case planning, participate in emergency rotas, and collaborate with multi-agency partners like the police and health authorities to ensure the best outcomes for vulnerable young people. Core Responsibilities * Provide a service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities. * Responsible for individual client case planning in line with the professional standards of the Department. * Respond to the public and other agencies by telephone, correspondence, and direct contact. * Liaise with relevant external agencies such as the police and health authority. * Liaise with colleagues in other Divisions and Council Departments to ensure integrated support. Team Participation &...

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Children's Intervention Team in Ealing. The successful candidate will work with children and families where there are complex safeguarding concerns, providing high-quality statutory social work interventions to ensure children's safety and promote positive outcomes. You will manage a complex caseload, provide professional leadership, and contribute to service development within a fast-paced frontline environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, and care proceedings. Undertake robust assessments, including Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. Lead and coordinate safeguarding investigations and multi-agency interventions. Prepare high-quality reports for court, conferences, and statutory reviews. Initiate and progress care proceedings when required. Undertake direct work with children and families to...

Social Worker – Children’s Social Work Teams Medway Council £41,957 - £45,859 per annum Market Premia: £5,500 p/a paid in 12 equal monthly installments. Retention Payment: £3,000 p/a paid every April after one year in post. At Medway Council, we are committed to putting the needs of individual children first. We are looking for dedicated Social Workers to join our Children’s Social Work Teams. If you are passionate about relationship-based practice and making a difference, we want to hear from you. The Role As a Social Worker in our statutory team, you will work proactively to build strong relationships with families requiring intervention. Using the Signs of Safety practice model, you will implement Child in Need or Child Protection plans, aiming to safely step families down or, when necessary, escalate to legal proceedings. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within a framework of reflective supervision, preparing analytical assessments and SMART plans. * Use...

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...

We are seeking an experienced and strategic senior leader to join a local authority in Berkshire as Director of Housing Needs and Support. This pivotal role provides leadership across housing needs services, including homelessness prevention, temporary accommodation, housing advice, and compliance with social housing regulation and safety standards. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will lead the transformation and improvement of housing services, implementing efficient and sustainable service models that deliver high-quality outcomes for residents. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the Council's homelessness and rough sleeping strategy and leading an urgent improvement programme in response to independent reviews of temporary and permanent accommodation. As a member of the Council's senior leadership team, you will provide strong corporate leadership, manage significant budgets, ensure value for money, and identify opportunities for savings and income...

Adults Social Worker Continuing Health Care (CHC) As a registered Social Worker in the Hampshire County Council Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team, you'll work within a multidisciplinary environment collaboratively with your social care colleagues and other professionals in the varied and complex field of CHC. You'll be supported to manage a diverse caseload, working across all care groups including older and younger adults, with mental health concerns and physical and learning disabilities. Rate: £38 an hour Contract length: 6 months Location: office closest to your home Main duties of the job What you'll be doing: Supporting individuals with their onward care journey following a Discharge to Assess period from hospital. Undertaking assessments in line with the Care Act 2014. Engaging with multidisciplinary teams to support completion of NHS CHC assessments. Collaborating with individuals and their families to transition them to suitable care provision following assessment....

Safeguarding Social Worker London Borough of Southwark Up to £36 per hour The Role Southwark Council is seeking a Safeguarding Social Worker to provide a systemically-informed service. You will manage complex cases, delivering excellent practice by assessing need and working purposefully with families and support networks to manage risk and promote positive outcomes. Responsibilities * Delivering high-quality social work practice and assessing complex needs. * Working collaboratively with families and professionals to safeguard children. * Supporting the development of the team through coaching and mentoring of students and NQSWs. * Managing risk effectively within Southwark's specific practice framework. * Contributing to a culture of best practice and practitioner confidence. Requirements * Substantial experience managing a safeguarding caseload. * Knowledge of systemic practice and relationship-based social work. * Ability to mentor less experienced...

Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, based in Bedfordshire, are looking for a 6x Chidlrens Social Workers to work within the locality team Position: Social Workers - Children  Rate: £39 p/h (Umbrella)  Contract Duration: 3 months with Possible Extension  Essentials:  - Court Experience required  - Enhanced DBS required for this position Purpose: Working with Children and young people in need, supporting with child protection and court. Job Responsibilities:  Managing varied case loads, directly with children and families.  Chair multi agency meetings, and multi agency working Present assessments and reports at a high quality level. Complete relevant assessments, reports and care packages in a timely accurate manner. Job Requirements: 3 years experience, within English Local Authority. Experience with court and CP  Experience with holding own caseload, producing high quality assessments and reports. Please be advised that only candidates that have...

Children with Disabilities Social Worker London Borough of Barnet Up to £37 per hour The Role Barnet Council is looking for a passionate and resilient Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team. This specialized service focuses heavily on supporting children and young people with Autism, ensuring they receive tailored support to thrive within their communities. You will be part of a team that prioritizes relationship-based practice, helping families navigate the unique challenges associated with neurodiversity and complex needs. Key Responsibilities * Carrying a specialized caseload of children with physical and learning disabilities, with a focus on Autism. * Conducting holistic assessments that focus on the child’s strengths and long-term outcomes. * Developing and monitoring care packages and support plans. * Collaborating with health and education partners to ensure integrated care. * While the focus is on disability, you will manage cases...

Sessional Assessing Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Candidates must live within Cardiff and surrounding areas. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for ‘panel ready’ assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage We are the UK’s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high quality and well supported fostering families for children and young people in the care of local authorities. As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. TACT invests all surplus income into staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to...

Job Title: Experienced Social Workers, Childrens Safeguarding Team Location: West Midlands Rate: £42 Contract: Temporary, 6 months Candidates will require 3 years Perm experience with an English Local Authority What will your responsibilities be? You will manage a diverse caseload of children, addressing Child Protection, Child in Need, and occasionally, Children within Proceedings. The level of involvement in proceedings can be discussed. Your responsibilities will include attending Section 47 enquiries, completing Single Assessments, Risk Assessments, and Parenting Assessments. You will collaborate with various professionals and agencies, such as the Police and Education Services, to meet the needs of children, young people, and their families. Additionally, you will undertake work under the Public Law Outline (PLO) and prepare comprehensive Court reports and assessments. Benefits of the role: Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities Manageable caseload Excellent rate of pay...