13 social worker mental health jobs found

Somerset Council are looking for a Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team. £38.00 per hour. Inside IR35. Hybrid Working - 3 days in the office. You will be supporting our Safeguarding Teams while we continue to recruit permanent workers to existing vacancies. You will be undertaking duty tasks for children subject to Child In Need and Child Protection Plans, in pre-proceedings and in legal proceedings. In our well established Family Safeguarding model, you will be able to work alongside adult-focused practitioners to inform assessments and plans, in the specialist areas of substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health. You will work with parents and the wider family network, with access to Family Group Conferencing, to support them to identify strengths, tackle problems and change interactions and behaviours. With permanent Team Managers, you'll be supported with regular and reflective group and personal supervision

Our client, Warrington council, is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their adult community team. Experience working in working adult community teams, preparation for adult hood and mental health services. Fast paced working completing Care act assessments, safeguarding and working within a duty service Expectation to be in the office at least 2 days per week Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities...

Role:                Community Link Worker Based:            Newham University Hospital / wider community Rate:                £14.75ph PAYE or £19 umb Start Date:      ASAP Duration:        Temp ongoing Hours:             35 hours per week (9-5 pm, but some flexibility needed, due to need of those being supported) Our client is expanding its delivery of hospital-based projects; this service is aimed at vulnerable 12 to 25-year-olds who are admitted to the Major Trauma Centre at the Royal London Hospital. They are looking for a Community Link Worker to join their team. Are you passionate about supporting and uplifting Children and Young people? Do you want to make a difference within the community for the betterment of Children and Young People? Do you understand the challenges that are faced by some CYP and be relatable?  Synopsis of Duties To provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment, advice, referral and support service to young victims of violence, exploring...

Role:                Community Link Worker Based:             Northwick Park Hospital/wider community Rate:                £14.75ph PAYE or £19ph Umb Start Date:       ASAP Duration:        Temp ongoing Hours:             35 hours per week (9-5 pm, but some flexibility needed, due to the needs of those being supported) Our client is expanding its delivery of hospital-based projects; this service is aimed at vulnerable 12 to 25-year-olds who are admitted to the Major Trauma Centre at the Royal London Hospital. They are looking for a Community Link Worker to join their team. Are you passionate about supporting and uplifting Children and Young people? Do you want to make a difference within the community for the betterment of Children and Young People? Do you understand the challenges that are faced by some CYP and are relatable?  Synopsis of Duties To provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment, advice, referral, and support service to young victims of violence,...

Our client, Somerset Council is looking for a qualified social worker to join their Family Safeguarding Team What will I be doing? You will be supporting our Safeguarding Teams while we continue to recruit permanent workers to existing vacancies. You will be undertaking duty tasks for children subject to Child In Need and Child Protection Plans, in pre-proceedings and in legal proceedings. In our well established Family Safeguarding model, you will be able to work alongside adult-focused practitioners to inform assessments and plans, in the specialist areas of substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health. You will work with parents and the wider family network, with access to Family Group Conferencing, to support them to identify strengths, tackle problems and change interactions and behaviours. With permanent Team Managers, you'll be supported with regular and reflective group and personal supervision. What kind of experience or qualifications do I need? You will...

Family Practitioner Children’s Services – Staffordshire County Council Our Vision A county where big ambitions, great connections and greener living give everyone the opportunity to prosper, be healthy and happy. Our Outcomes Everyone in Staffordshire will: Have access to more good jobs and share the benefit of economic growth Be healthier and more independent for longer Feel safer, happier and more supported in their community Our Values Our People Strategy is centred on what matters most to our communities and our workforce: Ambitious – We are ambitious for our communities and citizens Courageous – We recognise challenges and make brave decisions Empowering – We support our people to do their jobs well and grow About the Role We are seeking a dedicated Family Practitioner to work restoratively with children, young people and families, offering high support and high challenge to help stabilise family life and prevent family breakdown. You will work as part of a...

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....

Child Protection Social Worker Dorset Council - Blandford Up to £37 per hour Are you ready to move beyond traditional social work? Join Dorset Council and be at the forefront of national change. As one of only three Families First for Children’s Pathfinder sites in the UK, we are testing and influencing an innovative new direction for social care. The Role * Expert Leadership: Work alongside Lead Family Help Practitioners, providing specialist child protection expertise. * Collaborative Practice: Chair updated child protection conferences designed for greater cohesion. * Direct Impact: Undertake meaningful work with families to foster self-reliance and progress safety plans. * Statutory Excellence: Deliver services in accordance with the Children Act 1989. * Innovation: Work with Quality Assurance Reviewing Officers (QARO) to ensure jargon-free communication. Why Dorset Council? * Integrated Support: Access our ‘in-house’ multi-disciplinary Safeguarding...

Social Worker – Adult Services (Qualified) £33 per hour Contract: Locum | Full Time - Monday to Friday Please note: All candidates must be able to drive and have access to their own vehicle, as well as a Social Work Qualification and 3 years permanent employment experience. Job Overview Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Adult Social Worker to join the team based at Fylde Family Support Centre, supporting adults across the Fylde & Wyre area. This role sits within the Single Point of Access (SPA), with a strong focus on hospital triage and discharge planning, ensuring safe and timely transitions from hospital to the community. Key Responsibilities Triage and assessment within the SPA, supporting hospital discharge pathways Apply eligibility criteria in line with the Care Act 2014 Complete Continuing Health Care (CHC) Assessments and Reviews Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Work...

Social Worker – Adult Services (Qualified) £33 per hour Contract: Locum | Full Time - Monday to Friday Please note: All candidates must be able to drive and have access to their own vehicle, as well as a Social Work Qualification and 3 years permanent employment experience. Job Overview Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Adult Social Worker to join the team based at Fylde Family Support Centre, supporting adults across the Fylde & Wyre area. This role sits within the Single Point of Access (SPA), with a strong focus on hospital triage and discharge planning, ensuring safe and timely transitions from hospital to the community. Key Responsibilities Triage and assessment within the SPA, supporting hospital discharge pathways Apply eligibility criteria in line with the Care Act 2014 Complete Continuing Health Care (CHC) Assessments and Reviews Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Work...

Locum Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team Location: West Lothian Rate: £25–£40 per hour Contract: Locum / Ongoing Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting experienced Locum Social Workers to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team within West Lothian. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident practitioner who thrives in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment and is committed to supporting safe, timely hospital discharges. Key Responsibilities * Carry out strengths‑based assessments to support safe and appropriate discharge planning * Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and community teams * Complete Mental Capacity assessments and Best Interest decisions where required * Develop personalised care and support plans in line with assessed needs * Ensure accurate, timely case recording and maintain statutory responsibilities * Apply relevant adult social care legislation, including the Adult Support...

We are working with a client in the St Helens area to recruit a Family Support Worker to assist qualified social workers in supporting, protecting, and helping families involved with Children's Social Care. This role involves providing practical, hands-on support to children and their families, contributing to assessments, delivering intervention programmes, and facilitating supervised Family Time. Key Responsibilities: Support social workers with assessments, care plans, and case management. Work proactively with families to build trust and engagement. Deliver practical support and intervention programmes to children and families. Facilitate Family Time sessions, including evenings and weekends, and assist with arrangements. Ensure the voice of the child is central to all assessments and care plans. Monitor family progress using tools like Signs of Safety and Graded Care Profile. Attend case conferences, reviews, and meetings as required. Maintain clear, accurate records...

Residential Care Support Worker Swalcliffe Park School is an Outstanding-rated specialist residential school, offering a rewarding opportunity to support autistic young people to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Residential Support Worker, Care Assistant, Children’s Support Worker, SEN Support Worker, Children’s Residential Care Worker, Residential Childcare Practitioner SALARY: £32,364 to £36,039 per annum including Sleep In payment (2026 pay award pending) + Benefits BENEFITS: Generous Holiday (9 weeks’ paid holiday to be taken in school holidays), NEST Pension Scheme, Sickness entitlement 2 weeks full pay 2 weeks half pay and free meal on shift LOCATION: Swalcliffe, Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire (OX15) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Maternity Cover for up to 1 year WORKING HOURS: Afternoons and evenings, plus every other weekend, including sleep-in duties JOB OVERVIEW...