24 social worker children families jobs found

Caritas Futures is proud to support a leading charity dedicated to providing vital support to families affected by domestic violence. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Children Support Workers for full-time, temporary ongoing roles based in Fenland, Cambridgeshire. Role Overview: As a Children Support Worker, you will be a key part of supporting children and young people who have experienced domestic violence. You will provide essential emotional and practical support to help children and their families recover from the trauma of abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being in a nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Offer emotional and practical support to children who have been impacted by domestic violence. Develop and implement individual care plans tailored to the needs of each child. Ensure the safety and welfare of children, conducting risk assessments and identifying immediate needs. Collaborate with other professionals, such as social...

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking a committed and experienced Children with Disabilities Social Worker to join our specialist service. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support at the right time. About the Service The Children with Disabilities team works with children and young people who have a diagnosed disability or complex additional needs that significantly impact their daily lives. The team provides statutory support, multi-agency coordination, and targeted interventions to promote safety, stability, and wellbeing. Role Overview As a Social Worker within the CWD team, you will manage a diverse and rewarding caseload. Your work will include: Working with Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care. Completing Section 17 and Section 47 assessments. Developing and reviewing Child in Need/Child Protection plans. Undertaking detailed assessments of need, including...

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 Social Worker to join the Children With Disabilities Team Covering Sittingbourne and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children With Disabilities. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of disabled children and young people aged 0-25 to assess, plan, monitor and review the support/personal assistance needs of service users, working in a person-centred way. Work with the service users and their families/carers to develop a package of support/assistance as they prepare to become adults and in their early adult life that promotes and maintains independence and wellbeing; where appropriate involve other agencies and use community resources to provide equality of opportunity, full participation and inclusion in...

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. 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 provided where needed, in a timely way. To work with families using the FSP Workbook modules, and a strengths-based approach. To prepare and submit written reports as...

Job Ovevriew: We are looking for qualified Social Worker. Qualifications: * Educated to degree level with a relevant professional qualification in Social Work. * Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g. Social Work, Leadership and Management). * Active registration with Social Work England with proven evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Skills and Experience: * Good understanding of the Children Act 1989/2004 and the Children and Families Act 2014. * Familiarity with: * Local Single Assessment Framework * Working Together to Safeguard Children (2015) * Pan Berkshire Child Protection Procedures * Looked After Children (LAC) processes * Experience of working with children and families in either a voluntary or statutory setting. * Ideally experience with Disabled Children, Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC). * Experience of building strong partnerships, maintaining...

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph 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 our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

Social Worker Fostering Team Assessments Make a Difference in Dorset Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and families? Dorset Council is looking for experienced Social Workers to join our Fostering Team, a dynamic and supportive service committed to delivering high quality care and positive outcomes. Why Join Us? Be part of a well-structured team of 30 professionals who value collaboration and innovation. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a strong culture of support and supervision. Work in a service that embraces relationship-based practice and the Mockingbird model. What You'll Do As a Social Worker in our fostering team, you will Complete mainstream fostering assessments and provide post-approval support. Undertake kinship assessments (including Reg 24, Fostering, and Special Guardianship). Assess and support Supported Lodgings and Staying Put arrangements. Contribute to the delivery of the Mockingbird model to strengthen fostering networks....

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph 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 our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

Job Title: Family Support Worker Department: Children's Social Care Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager Job Purpose The Family Support Worker provides targeted support to children, young people, and families where there is a Child in Need plan or a risk of family breakdown. The role focuses on working directly with families to strengthen parenting capacity, promote child development, and help keep children safely within their home environment. Key Responsibilities Carry out direct work with children (including pre-school children), parents, and carers as part of assessments and support plans Encourage and empower parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Support families at risk of breakdown and work to maintain safe family environments Provide practical parenting support and promote understanding of child development Contribute to assessment and planning processes to safeguard children Work in partnership...

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our Child Health & Disability Team has arisen in Cardiff. The team is currently operating on a mixed - working from home, agile and within local office space (County Hall). You will need: * A Degree or Masters in Social Work Diploma in SW (or equivalent). * Experience of working within a Child Health & Disability Team * Experience of working as part of multi-disciplinary team around children The main duties of the post holder will be: * Working alongside a multi-agency team of professionals, in partnership with families. * To use the Signs of Safety approach to underpin social work practice * Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective systems to ensure quality services. * Complete Wellbeing Assessments, child protection enquiry and develop and review care and support plans. * Working in a multiagency capacity to support families * Attendance at Child Protection Conferences, Children...

Job Title: Contact Worker Department: Children's Services - Safeguarding & Specialist Support Location: Worcestershire (community-based with flexible working) Reports to: Team Manager - Family Contact Service Hours: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Job Purpose The Contact Worker supports children and families by supervising safe and positive contact sessions as part of care assessments and plans. The role focuses on direct work with children and their families, helping to create supportive environments that promote child wellbeing and positive family relationships. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members Provide direct support to children, parents, and carers Encourage parents and carers to meet the needs of their children Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals Maintain accurate, timely records and produce reports Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends (rota basis) Transport children to and from...

Job Title: Contact Supervision Worker Location: Birmingham Team: Safeguarding Services Role Overview We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Contact Supervision Worker to join a dedicated safeguarding team. This is an rewarding opportunity to support children and families during supervised contact sessions in a stable, safe, and supportive environment. As a Contact Supervision Worker, you will play a vital role in facilitating safe and positive contact between children and their families. You will ensure that sessions are conducted in line with safeguarding procedures and provide clear, accurate observations to inform care planning. Key Responsibilities Supervise contact sessions between children and family members in a safe and supportive setting Ensure the emotional and physical wellbeing of children during all visits Maintain professional boundaries and manage sensitive situations calmly and effectively Record accurate, objective observations and prepare detailed...

Assessment Social Worker – Kinship Foster Carers (Stockport) Key Details Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week Location: Stopford House, Stockport (Hybrid working available) Salary: £35 UMB per hour (£26.27 PAYE) Contract details: Initially 3 months - potential to extend We are working on behalf of Stockport Council to recruit a dedicated GO Assessment Social Worker to undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers. This is an exciting opportunity to focus on assessment work and the completion of SGO Support Plans, ensuring high-quality practice and timely outcomes for children and families. The Kinship Foster Carers will continue to be supported and supervised by their allocated SSW, allowing the appointed Assessment Social Worker to concentrate on assessments and support plan completion. Key Responsibilities Undertake Discharge of CO SGO Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers Complete SGO Support Plans accurately and in a timely manner Ensure assessments and...

Childrens Social Worker - Worcestershire Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join our Children's Services team in Worcestershire. The successful candidate will work with children, young people and families to safeguard wellbeing, promote positive outcomes and provide high-quality social work interventions. This role requires strong assessment skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments of children and families, including those in complex or high-risk situations Provide effective social work interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children Manage a caseload involving vulnerable or at-risk children and families Conduct investigations and contribute to child protection processes where required Develop and implement care and support plans in partnership with children, families and other professionals Work...

Job Title: Child protection Permanence Location: Dorchester Contract Type: Temporary 3 months Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph 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 our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The Permanence Team is looking for a Social Worker to join the team to contribute to working collaboratively with families and supporting children, who are looked after by the Local Authority with a Care Plan of adoption, to achieve permanence. Skilled Social Workers in this team keep children at the heart of all we do; building meaningful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers, to ensure we plan proactively and effectively for the future of every child. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after...

4Recruitment Services are seeking a Migrant Support Worker to work for our client based in Rugby. The Migrant Support Worker will provide practical, emotional, and housing‑related support to migrant individuals and families who are facing barriers to settling safely and independently in the UK. The role focuses on helping people understand their rights and responsibilities, access essential services, overcome language and cultural barriers, and move towards stable, sustainable accommodation. The postholder will work closely with Housing Officers, statutory partners, and community organisations to ensure migrant households receive coordinated, culturally competent support that promotes wellbeing, reduces risk, and strengthens community integration. The contract is for 28 hours per week ideally over 5 days but could facilitate 4 days. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Direct Support to Migrant Families Provide holistic, person-centered support to migrant households,...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children’s Services (West Locality) Locations: Woodfieldside, Ty Gilfach, Ty Pontygwindy, Rhymney Responsible to: Team Manager Salary: £287.23 Per day UMBRELLA (£216.82 PAYE) Contract Type: Full Time - 37 Hours per week - Initially 3 months - potential to extend Working on behalf of Caerphilly County Borough Council, we are looking for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join their Children’s Services Team covering the West locality of Caerphilly County Borough. This is a rewarding frontline role working with children and families who require assessment, support, and protection. You will manage a varied caseload from initial assessment through to longer-term intervention, including child protection, looked after children, and court work. You will be part of a supportive team structure with regular supervision and opportunities for professional development. The Role You will: Deliver high-quality assessments and care management for children and...

Agency Social Worker - Cafcass (Bristol & Surrounds Region UK ) Please note: Only Social Work England-registered Social Workers with full Right to Work in the UK will be considered. If you are not SWE‑registered with RTW in the UK, please do not apply. Join Cafcass as an Agency Social Worker supporting children and families navigating family court proceedings across the Bristol, Reading, Oxford and Swindon areas. This is a vital role for experienced Social Work practitioners who can deliver high‑quality safeguarding assessments and provide clear, evidence‑based recommendations in both Public and Private Law contexts. You will undertake early safeguarding enquiries, complete child-focused assessments, meet children and families, and deliver robust analysis in the form of written court reports. Court experience is essential, and your suitability for specific teams (Public Law, Private Law, or Work to First Hearing) will be determined during the interview process. Key...

Description Our local government clients in Lambeth, London, are seeking a Children's Services - Service Manager for an immediate start. We are looking for a candidate with at least 2 years of recent senior management experience in safeguarding, as well as recent frontline experience. This is a key middle-management operational role responsible for the safe, high-quality delivery of children's services across a multi-agency context. This post will also be responsible for contributing to and driving the current and future strategy. Responsibilities Leading the day-to-day operational business of the teams in the service area, promoting the best interests of children in accordance with the statutory framework, ensuring a prompt and efficient response to all contacts and referrals and the delivery of good outcomes for children, young people and families. Qualifications – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. CQSW, DipSW, or another...

Children’s Services Assessment Team Manager – Social Work Location: Children’s Services – Assessment Team - Powys County Council Hours: 37 Hours per week Contract: Initially 12 weeks - Potential to extend Salary/Rate: £47 UMBRELLA (£35.78 PAYE) Working alongside Powys County Council, We are looking for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead a busy Children’s Services Assessment Social Work Team. This is a key leadership role where you will drive high-quality practice, support staff development, and ensure timely, effective safeguarding responses for children and families. About the Role: As Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the Assessment Team, ensuring that referrals, assessments, and child protection enquiries are managed effectively and within timescales. You will provide strong operational and practice leadership in a fast-paced environment focused on safeguarding and early decision-making. You will support and challenge practitioners...