71 jobs found in Chatham

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Tunbridge Wells on a 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £21-22 an hour. This will be Full Time Contract, Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00. As a Recovery Worker you will be required to: * Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey; * Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral; * Reducing alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community; * Promoting carer, service user and community involvement; * Providing advocacy for access to partnership services; * Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. An Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Croydon on a 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £22-23 an hour. This will be Full Time Contract, Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00. As a Recovery Worker you will be required to: * Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey; * Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral; * Reducing alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community; * Promoting carer, service user and community involvement; * Providing advocacy for access to partnership services; * Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. An Enhanced Adults and Children's DBS will be required for this position

Adult’s Social Worker, Learning Disability Team, North London  Pay rate – £32 per hour  Contract role – Learning Disability Team    Pertemps are recruiting for experienced Adult’s Social Worker in North London.  This is to work in a Learning Disability Team    There is plenty of hybrid working available.  Please get in touch for more information.    This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:-  A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to  An easy registration process (all done online)  Referral schemes and incentives   Ongoing compliance managed for you  Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.   We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work,...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team London Borough of Hackney £39.04 per hour Hackney is looking for an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team, where high-quality, relationship-based practice is at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to work in a borough proud of its anti-racist practice, strong systemic approach, and commitment to reclaiming social work - giving you the time, support and professional autonomy to make a real difference to children and families. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within Child Protection, you will hold a complex caseload and play a key role in safeguarding children at risk of significant harm. You will undertake high-quality assessments, lead Child Protection planning, complete court work, and deliver purposeful interventions that improve outcomes for children and families. You will work closely with families, partner agencies and internal colleagues, contributing to a...

Waltham Forest | Locum | Up to £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team, with potential for appointment at Senior Social Worker level depending on experience. This is a frontline role focused on protecting children and supporting families through effective statutory interventions and relationship-based practice. You will manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases, working closely with families and partner agencies to ensure children are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake comprehensive assessments and risk analysis Develop and review Child in Need and Child Protection plans Lead and participate in multi-agency safeguarding meetings Work directly with children and families to promote positive change Prepare high-quality reports and maintain accurate...

Qualified Social Worker – Intermediate Care (Lambeth Rehab & Reablement Team)  Rate: £30 per hour  Contract: 6 months  Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm  Work Pattern: 3 days in office, 2 days home working  About the Role  We are seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker (minimum 2 years post‑qualifying experience) to join the Intermediate Care Lambeth Rehab & Reablement Team. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within an integrated multidisciplinary service, supporting adults who are receiving therapy input and time‑limited reablement support.  This role contributes directly to a project focused on data collection and analysis, specifically around reviews carried out by the Reablement Team for residents with existing care packages who are also receiving therapy input through our integrated partnership with GSTT, as well as MDT input from other allied health professionals.   The role will also include assessing residents with new Reablement...

Community Homeless Prevention Officer London | Hybrid Rate: £30.77 per hour (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside Initial Contract Length: 3 Months Start Date: 04/05/2026 Working Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 Role summary An experienced Community Homeless Prevention Officer is required to support residents at risk of homelessness. This role will focus on early intervention, proactive casework, and person-centred support to prevent housing issues from escalating into statutory homelessness. You will manage a complex caseload, working holistically with residents who often have multiple, interconnected needs. The role requires strong community engagement skills, the ability to work independently, and confidence in applying homelessness legislation and preventative approaches. This is a hybrid role with a focus on regular time spent working in the community, alongside office and home working as required. What you will do as a Homeless Prevention Officer - Provide early intervention and...

Central Recruitment is working with a London-based charity dedicated to creating positive change for families and young people who have been impacted by violence, exploitation and trauma. Our client is currently recruiting a Specialist Caseworker to work remotely and across London, supporting children and young people who have been exposed to, or are at risk of, exploitation or violence, helping them to achieve safety and positive outcomes. * 32 hours (4 days) per week * Between Monday - Friday * Shifts: 9AM - 5PM (occasional work outside these hours) * Temporary: approximately 4 months * £19.14 per hour (£16.49 per hour, with £2.65 holiday pay) Please note: This role is a hybrid role which requires you to work remotely and travel across London, meeting young people in the community or where they're based. An induction will be held at the Head Office and a laptop and phone provided. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Deliver effective 1:1 support to young people, ensuring...

Social Worker – Adults Mental Health (NHS) Location: London Contract: 3 months ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days office?based / 2 days working from home Pay Rate: £32.69 per hour (Umbrella) Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our NHS clients in London for an experienced Social Worker to join an Adults Mental Health Team. Key Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of adults with mental health needs Completing assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Supporting hospital discharge planning and community pathways Maintaining high?quality case recording in line with NHS standardsRequirements: Qualified Social Worker Relevant professional registration Experience within Adults Mental Health services Ability to work effectively within an NHS or multidisciplinary settingService Care Solutions benefits and interested candidates should...

Support Worker – Albanian Speaking Location: Community based Client: Private Patient Type: Support Worker / Rehabilitation Support We are looking for an experienced and reliable Albanian-speaking Support Worker to support an adult male in the community. This role involves supporting the client to attend appointments, access the community safely, and regain confidence and independence during recovery. The ability to speak Albanian is essential in order to support effective communication and build rapport. The role will include: * Supporting the client to attend hospital, medical, therapy, and rehabilitation appointments * Assisting with safe community access and travel * Providing practical and emotional support during outings and appointments * Supporting with day-to-day structure, routine, and community engagement * Monitoring pain, fatigue, mobility, and general wellbeing during activities * Encouraging independence while providing...

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...

Role: Supported Housing Officer Contract Length: 6 Months Rate: £18-£20 per hour Office Presence: 5 Days a week on site We are currently working with a well-established housing provider in West London to recruit an experienced Interim Supported Housing Officer. This role is ideal for a housing professional with a strong background in supported housing and experience working with vulnerable client groups. The role You will deliver a high-quality supported housing service, managing a caseload of residents with complex needs and supporting them to maintain their accommodation and achieve positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: * Managing a supported housing caseload and delivering housing-related support * Working with residents experiencing mental health issues, asylum seekers, ex-offenders, and individuals affected by domestic abuse * Completing support plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding referrals * Supporting tenancy...

Job Title: Support Mentor Location: West London (Ladbroke Grove / Latimer Road) Service: Supported Accommodation - Homelessness & Complex Needs Salary: £13.5 - 14.5 Shifts: Rota-based, including weekends and evenings About the Service We are a supported accommodation service in West London providing trauma-informed support to adults experiencing homelessness and multiple disadvantage, including mental health needs, substance misuse, and complex social challenges. The service works in partnership with local authorities and outreach teams to support individuals to move away from rough sleeping and rebuild independent lives. Residents are supported through personalised support plans, focusing on areas such as: Mental and physical health Substance misuse recovery Independent living skills Education, training, and employment Resettlement into longer-term accommodation () About the Role As a Support Mentor, you will provide person-centred, strengths-based support to...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with experienced Drug and Alcohol Outreach Workers, for a position that we have available working with a Drug and Alcohol Charity in the Merton area of London. The position will include you carrying out outreach patrols across Merton, working with teams from the local authority and engaging with partners across the borough, you will be required to carry out assessments within the role and also when required carry out duty cover. The position is full-time, working Monday to Friday for 37.5h a week from the hours of 9am to 5pm - initially the role is a 3 month contract but likely to be extended past this for those that impress. Days: Monday - Friday Contract: 3 months+ Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support. * Regular communication updates. * Referal Benefit Scheme

Recovery 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. Job Title: Recovery Worker Location: Based within Croydon. Please be kindly aware there is no step-free access at this location or at some of our other sites. The building is approximately a 10 minute walk from East Croydon Station. Salary: £28,800 Shift Pattern: 12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work bank holidays and outside these hours in line with the needs of the service and residents. About the Role We’re hiring a Recovery Worker to join our Croydon team, a 24/7, 27 bed residential service providing support to people with forensic mental health needs, complex needs, and dual diagnosis. You’ll provide person centred support to help residents overcome challenges and achieve their goals through tailored support...

Social Worker – Medway Council Location: Medway, Kent Contract: Permanent Hours: Full‑time (37 hours per week) Working Pattern: Hybrid working available Salary: Competitive (depending on experience and grade) Job Description Medway Council is recruiting dedicated and qualified Social Workers to join its permanent workforce across statutory services. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority environment, delivering high‑quality, person‑centred social work practice to improve outcomes for service users and their families. Key Responsibilities * Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews in line with statutory duties * Manage a varied caseload, prioritising risk, safeguarding, and positive outcomes * Carry out visits, direct work, and interventions with service users and families * Make clear, proportionate, and evidence‑based decisions * Prepare accurate reports for reviews, meetings, and court (where applicable) * Work...

Belmont Recruitment are looking to speak with candidates for a Rough Sleeper/Outreach Practitioner role based in Surbiton area of South West London. We are looking to speak with experienced Recovery Workers/Outreach Workers with experience within the field ideally or strong transferable skills of working as a Substance Misuse Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity to support the homeless population into treatment to address drug and alcohol needs. You will be; * Engaging with vulnerable individuals who are or may be at risk of homelessness and have experienced housing challenges, with substance misuse, alcohol, and mental health difficulties as part of a multi-disciplinary team. * Making positive changes in peoples’ lives, through a non-judgmental, recovery-based approach that values the strengths and choices of those individuals. The position is initially a 3 month contract position, working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm for initially 3 months, but the role may be...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with Drug and Alcohol Workers with ideally some Outreach experience, for contract positions that we have in the Kingston area of London. The positions that we have available currently are suitable for Recovery Workers/Drug and Alcohol workers with outreach experience. The role is working with homelessness and candidates sleeping rough with drug and alcohol issues. You will be working within the drop-in service when required, also carrying out holistic group work. Ideally the role will be to bolster the current Outreach provision. Within the Outreach aspect of the role you will be working in pairs, in the community and visiting local hotspots. This position is working Monday to Thursday, 09:30am to 16:30pm. Hours: - 9:30am to 16:30pm Days: Monday - Thursday Contract: 6 Months (+ongoing) Salary: £19.00 to £21.00 per hour Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; * Single point of contact consultant. * 24h support....

A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a Triage Officer to join the homelessness department of one of Adecco's most improved public sector clients in a temporary assignment within their housing options team. Working hybridly (4 days days each week in our client's Crawley office in West Sussex), this is a full time (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday) role as the successful candidate will need to interview clients (virtually, over the telephone or in person) who present themselves as homeless. Key elements of this role include: Triaging all new homeless approaches Making enquiries to establish the reason to believe a client is eligible and homeless Setting new households up on the system Recording accurate case notes Checking Section 21 validity (training can be provided) Booking appointments for homeless advisers Making referrals and signposting to other support services Giving general basic information and advice about housing optionsThis role would suit a junior homelessness...

Advanced Practitioner – Children’s Services (Barnet Council) Are you a seasoned Social Work professional looking to make a tangible, positive impact on the lives of young people in North London? SW Locums is proud to partner with Barnet Council to recruit a dedicated Advanced Practitioner to join their high-performing Children’s Services team. At SW Locums, we have been supporting social work professionals since 2009. We take pride in our deep industry knowledge and our commitment to matching the right practitioners with roles where they can truly flourish and effect change. The Role: Purpose and Impact This isn't just another vacancy; it is an opportunity to lead by example. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional care and support. Your expertise will ensure that children and young people in Barnet are safe, heard, and supported to reach their full potential. You will balance high-level clinical practice with a supportive approach,...