21 social work team manager jobs found

Contract: Fixed-term, July 2026 to March 2027 (available as a secondment) Location: Supporting mobilisation of potential prime contracts in the South West and/or South Yorkshire, with subcontract activity across England and Wales. Hybrid Working available.    About Pact Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust) is a pioneering national charity that cares for men, women and young people in custody, those with criminal convictions in the community, and their children, family members and carers. To find out more about our work, please visit our website.   About the role We are looking for an experienced Mobilisation Manager to lead the end-to-end mobilisation of Pact's new prime contracts for Community Support for Men, providing services to men in custody on remand and pre-release, and in the community.   This is a high-profile, time-bound role at a pivotal moment for Pact. You will be responsible for ensuring a controlled, compliant and risk-managed transition from contract award...

Property Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Warrington Location: Warrington, WA1 (Ideally able to come to office from time to time but fully remote will be considered). Salary: £20.74 per hour. Full Time – Monday to Friday – 37 hours. Contract: Up to 30th September 2026 – possibly beyond. We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised Legal Assistant/Paralegal.  Operating in the field of adult social care law, with education experience an advantage, you will support the lawyers in this area. The post involves assisting them with preparation work for advocacy in the Court of Protection, the Special Educational Needs Tribunal and other tribunals. KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: Under the guidance of the Legal Services Manager (and senior colleagues): The postholder must carry out the duties with full regard to the Council’s Corporate Plan, the Corporate Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Social Inclusion Strategy. To provide legal advice and...

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded Local Authority in Cheshire for an experienced Adult Social Care Solicitor to join their legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone with experience handling Adult Social Care matters within a local government setting. Adult Social Care Solicitor Location: Cheshire (Remote Working) Contract: 29 Hours Per Week | 3-5 months rolling | Part time Umbrella Rate: £55.00 - £60.00 per hour PAYE (inc.Hol): £48.60 - £52.95 per hour   Responsibilities as an Adult Social Care Solicitor: Manage a varied caseload of Adult Social Care matters on behalf of the Local Authority. Provide specialist legal advice on issues relating to the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983, safeguarding, and human rights. Draft and review legal documentation, applications, witness statements, pleadings, and court bundles. Represent the Local Authority at hearings, meetings, and case conferences...

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of commercial and local authority property work, providing practical and solution-focused legal advice to internal departments and stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: * Managing a diverse caseload of property matters on behalf of the Local Authority * Advising on commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences, easements and wayleaves * Supporting regeneration, development and infrastructure projects * Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of legal documents and agreements * Advising on landlord and tenant matters * Assisting with property aspects of planning, highways and governance matters where required * Providing clear and pragmatic legal advice to officers, members and senior stakeholders * Attending meetings remotely and working collaboratively with internal departments * Ensuring work is carried out in line with local government...

We are partnering with a Local Authority seeking an experienced Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to support a busy legal team on a fully remote basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer looking to work on commercially focused public sector matters with a high level of autonomy and flexibility. The Role You will advise on a wide range of contractual and procurement matters across multiple service areas, supporting the Authority on both day-to-day legal issues and large-scale strategic projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Advising on public procurement matters and compliance with relevant procurement legislation * Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements * Supporting tender processes, framework agreements and commissioning projects * Providing legal advice on subsidy control, governance and risk where required * Assisting with major projects involving external suppliers, partnerships...

A Local Authority legal team is looking to appoint an experienced Childcare Lawyer to support a busy and well-regarded department handling a broad range of public law childcare matters. This role offers flexible remote working and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team environment. The Position You will manage a caseload of childcare and safeguarding matters, providing legal advice to social care teams and representing the Authority in care proceedings and related hearings. Responsibilities will include: * Managing a caseload of public law childcare matters from initial instruction through to final hearing * Advising social workers, children’s services and senior officers on safeguarding and child protection issues * Conducting and progressing care proceedings under the Children Act * Preparing legal documentation, applications, statements and court bundles * Attending hearings remotely and/or in person where required * Advising on...

Adult Social Care Lawyer – Local Authority (Fully Remote) An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a Local Authority legal team on a fully remote basis. This role offers the chance to work on a rewarding and varied caseload, supporting vulnerable adults and advising on complex social care matters within a collaborative public sector environment. The Role The successful candidate will provide legal advice across a broad range of adult social care matters, working closely with adult services, safeguarding teams and senior officers. Duties will include: * Managing a caseload of adult social care and Court of Protection matters * Advising on Care Act responsibilities and safeguarding issues * Conducting and advising on Deprivation of Liberty matters and related applications * Supporting Mental Capacity Act matters and best interests decisions * Providing legal advice to social workers, officers and senior stakeholders...

We are currently assisting a Local Authority in the recruitment of an experienced SEN Lawyer to join its in-house legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a specialist and highly rewarding caseload, supporting education services on a wide range of Special Educational Needs matters. The role offers flexible remote working arrangements and the chance to join a friendly and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will provide legal advice and representation in relation to SEN and education law matters, including: * Managing a caseload of SEN Tribunal matters from instruction through to resolution * Advising education officers and senior stakeholders on SEN legislation and statutory duties * Preparing responses, witness statements and legal documentation for Tribunal proceedings * Conducting advocacy at SEND Tribunal hearings where appropriate, or instructing external counsel * Advising on Education, Health and Care Plans...

A Local Authority is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join its legal services team on a fully remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity to advise on a wide range of employment matters within a large and diverse public sector organisation. Working closely with HR, senior management and internal departments, you will provide practical and commercially focused legal support across both contentious and non-contentious employment issues. The Role The successful candidate will undertake a varied workload which may include: * Advising on disciplinary, grievance, capability and sickness absence matters * Supporting HR teams on complex employee relations issues * Managing Employment Tribunal claims from initial instruction through to hearing * Drafting and reviewing employment-related documentation, policies and settlement agreements * Advising on redundancy, restructuring and TUPE matters * Providing legal support on equality, discrimination and...

Homeownership Officer - Contract Opportunity in Islington Are you an experienced Housing professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a skilled Homeownership Officer to join a reputable Housing Association in Islington on a 3-month contract. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to deliver high-quality leasehold and homeowner support within a busy portfolio, making a real difference to residents and the community. About the Role: Homeownership Officer As a Homeownership Officer, your primary responsibility will be providing expert support to homeowners, handling various leasehold and estate management queries. You will work closely with contractors, residents, and internal teams to ensure outstanding service delivery and effective estate management. Key Responsibilities of the Homeownership Officer: Managing homeowner enquiries including covenant breaches, anti-social behaviour (ASB), and leasehold questions Coordinating repairs and estate services...

Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a valued-driven, community-based Housing Association in Cardiff in the search for a Senior Procurement Officer to join their ICT & Procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, working closely with the Head of ICT & Procurement and key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement activity for goods, works and services. You will play a central role in ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, maintaining the Association's contracts register, and driving value for money across all procurement activity. The Role As Senior Procurement Officer, you will lead on procurement exercises across the association, supporting teams to ensure processes align with best practice, internal policies, and all relevant legislation. You will also take responsibility for maintaining and improving procurement and contract management processes, including...

SEND Tribunal Officer – Interim Contract Initial 4-month contract Potential extension available Daily rate: £350–£400 Oxford office available We are seeking an experienced SEND Tribunal Officer for an initial 4-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a predominantly remote working position. Occasional office attendance may be required, although this is unlikely to be more than once per term. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage allocated SENDIST cases to ensure effective case progression. Manage Tribunal processes to ensure all legal deadlines are met and case preparation complies with Tribunal rules and procedures. Lead and attend Way Forward meetings, mediation meetings, and pre-Tribunal meetings as required. Represent the Local Authority at SEND Tribunals where necessary. Provide professional support, challenge, guidance, and training to Headteachers, SENCOs, Governing Bodies, and Academy Trusts to ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and...

Position: HRA Interim Senior Lead Compliance Location: Deane Depot, Taunton, TA219AD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Month Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 369.68 per day Job Ref: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead and manage the property compliance service across multiple housing sites Ensure full compliance with legislation, government policy, regulatory requirements, and approved codes of practice Provide strategic leadership as part of the senior leadership team within the directorate Act as technical lead for all property safety compliance areas, including: Fire safety Asbestos management Gas safety Electrical safety Water hygiene (Legionella) Radon and lifts Oversee statutory inspections and ensure timely completion to avoid risk to life, property, and reputation Lead procurement and management of compliance-related contracts and ensure governance standards are met Maintain accurate compliance...

Interim HRA Compliance Lead £515 per day Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) Initial 3-month contract with a view to extend Somerset Council Somerset Council are seeking an experienced Interim HRA Compliance Lead to oversee all property compliance activity across a housing portfolio of over 6,000 council-owned buildings. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance across all statutory property safety areas including fire, asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical, lifts and radon, while driving service improvement and regulatory assurance across the Housing Directorate.   Key Responsibilities ·Lead the Housing Compliance service across all property safety areas ·Ensure compliance with current legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice ·Lead on fire safety compliance and implementation of recommendations from national reviews, including Grenfell-related actions ·Oversee compliance contracts, audits, remedial works and procurement activity ·Maintain...

Electrial Manager South London - Sutton Temp on going 40 hours per week up to £516 per day Social Housing Experience Needed Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known company based in the South London - Sutton area who are looking for a highly skilled Electrial Manager to join their team. Purpose of the Job - Electrial Manager Working together to deliver homes and communities where residents feel happy and secure. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the operational management and delivery of M&E works programmes and projects. Contract manage and monitor service providers delivering the M&E repairs, maintenance, and servicing contracts and ensure the client is statutory compliant in all aspects. Undertake pre and post inspections of works and servicing to monitor quality and ensure the service provider is meeting the contract specification or brief. Forecast annual budgets and manage monthly cash flow and expenditure to meet approved sums. Deliver a high...

A North London local authority is currently seeking an experienced Senior Civil Litigation Lawyer to join its established Legal Services team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of contentious matters within a supportive and fast-paced local government environment.   ROLE:                  Senior Civil Litigation Lawyer LOCATION:         North London RATE:                   £49.91ph umbrella / £44.43ph PAY inc. Holiday pay / £39.65ph PAYE exc. holiday pay CONTRACT:        3 months with possibility of extension   The Role To manage a varied caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters Cases will include landlord and tenant, housing litigation, employment disputes, licensing and judicial reviews Contributing to the management and strategy of the Legal Services Team Advising members at public and private meetings, including committees and sub-committees About You A qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE Experience of...

Procurement Specialist Full Time, Fixed Term Bedford, Hybrid £45,000pa We are looking for a proactive and analytical Procurement Specialist to support the delivery of a compliant, value‑driven procurement function. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will play a key role in delivering procurement activities, strengthening governance and compliance, and enhancing the use of data to support decision‑making. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a more data‑driven approach to procurement, helping to improve value for money, manage risk effectively, and embed best practice across the organisation. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business, providing expert procurement support while championing social and environmental value. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of end‑to‑end procurement exercises, including tendering, evaluation, award, and contract mobilisation Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant regulations, internal policies,...

Job Purpose and Scope: The post holder will be an experienced procurement professional providing specialist knowledge and advice to colleagues, senior management and suppliers. There is a requirement for substantial working experience in procurement to deal with complex and high-risk issues across a range of procurement and contract management areas As a Procurement Category Manager, there is responsibility for managing procurement activities within a given category, supporting the development of the procurement strategy and implementing that category strategy. It is expected for a Procurement Category Manager to proactively question and challenge Council practice and procedures based on improvements in technology, updates in legislation and the application of best practice. Procurement Category Managers are accountable for the outcome of each procurement. There is a requirement to support the supervision of a small team of procurement professionals and a wide range of...

Private Sector Housing Officer Temporary – Full Time (Initial 6‑Month Contract) £40.00 – £45.00 per hour (Umbrella) 📍 South West England 🗓 Closing Date: 22nd May 2026 Vivid Resourcing is recruiting on behalf of a South West Local Authority for an experienced Private Sector Housing Officer to join their Housing Services team on an initial 6‑month temporary contract. The successful candidate will be required to work on‑site within Council offices and carry out inspections across the local authority area. The Role We are seeking a proactive, knowledgeable and customer‑focused Private Sector Housing Officer to deliver a high‑quality housing enforcement and advisory service. You will work across the private rented sector to improve housing standards, protect tenants, and ensure compliance with housing legislation. This role is largely casework and inspections driven, involving investigation of complaints, enforcement action where necessary, and close partnership working with...

Food Safety Officer (EHORB Qualified) Temporary – Full Time (12‑Month Contract) £45.00 – £50.00 per hour (Umbrella) 📍 Surrey / South West England Vivid Resourcing is recruiting on behalf of a Surrey based Local Authority for an experienced Food Safety Officer to join their Environmental Health team on a 12-month contract. The role will require on‑site working from Council offices and inspections across the district. The Role We are seeking a motivated, competent and professional Food Safety Officer to deliver frontline food safety services across a diverse range of food businesses. You will play a key role in protecting public health by ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety legislation. This role is predominantly inspections and compliance driven, involving advisory work, enforcement action where required, and close engagement with food business operators. Key Responsibilities * Carry out programmed and reactive food hygiene inspections of a wide range of food...