20 jobs found in London

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting a Reviews Officer- Housing for our client based in Redbridge. Responsibilities for Reviews Officer: * To carry out high quality, timely reviews of homelessness decisions (negative homeless decisions, suitability, discharge of duty) under section 202 of the Housing Act 1996; reviews functions under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017; part VI reviews of Housing register assessments and housing offer through choice-based lettings * Manage cases that go to section 204 appeal in the County Court and to further appeal in the higher courts: judicial reviews and other housing court challenges * To reduce the need for provision of temporary accommodation and resulting expenditure by ensuring effective and timely...

Job Title: Mockingbird Liaison and Recruitment Worker Location: Redbridge Term: 1 Year Fixed term Salary: £34,430.40 to £35,348.40 Must drive & have own vehicle Join Our Team as a Mockingbird Liaison and Recruitment Worker! Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you thrive in a community-focused environment? Our client is looking for a dedicated Mockingbird Liaison and Recruitment Worker to join their dynamic Children's Services - Fostering team! What's the Role? In this engaging position, you will help foster carers feel connected and supported while running the Mockingbird Programme and Redbridge Pod Programme. Your mission? To create a nurturing environment for foster families and recruit new carers through community outreach! Key Responsibilities: Support Foster Carers: - Maintain regular contact with Hub Home Carers and Pod Pals. - Monitor engagement and promote well-being among carers. Coordination & Communication: - Act as a vital...

Lambeth | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a fast-paced frontline role focused on completing high-quality assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive timely and effective interventions. Working within a busy Child Assessment Team, you will undertake Child and Family Assessments, manage risk, and support children through the early stages of statutory intervention, ensuring the best possible outcomes for children and families. In this role, you will: Undertake Child and Family Assessments Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families Undertake direct work with children to understand their wishes, feelings, and lived experiences Lead and participate in...

Adult Social Worker – Step Down Team (Locum) Location: City of Westminster Council, London Pay Rate: Up to £32.00 per hour (Umbrella) Start: ASAP Job Type: Full-Time, Locum City of Westminster Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Social Worker to join our dynamic Step-Down Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact within a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced service supporting safe and effective hospital discharges into the community. In this role, you will manage a varied and complex caseload, working closely with health and community partners including CIS (Homefirst, Reablement, Community Therapy Team), CLCH, and wider MDT colleagues across the bi-borough. You will be part of a highly collaborative team delivering the Discharge to Assess model, ensuring timely and person-centred Care Act assessments and support planning. You will bring energy, initiative, and problem-solving skills to a well-established team, contributing fresh ideas while...

Refuge Worker - Domestic Abuse Services London| Full-Time | Ongoing Contract Change Lives. Build Futures. Be the Support Survivors Need. Caritas Futures is partnering with a leading domestic abuse charity to recruit compassionate and experienced Refuge Workers in London. In a sector where skilled professionals are in high demand, this is an opportunity to join a respected service making a genuine difference to women, children, and families affected by domestic abuse. What You'll Be Doing Supporting survivors within refuge accommodation Completing risk and needs assessments Developing safety and support plans Working alongside partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes Providing practical and emotional support to clients rebuilding their lives What We're Looking For Experience supporting vulnerable adults or families Knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessment Domestic abuse, housing, homelessness, substance misuse, or related experience DBS on the Update Service (or...

Social Worker – Mental Health Hospital Discharge Team Location: Colindale, London Rate: £32.20 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Locum We are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a busy Mental Health Hospital Discharge Team in Colindale. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary setting, supporting adults through safe and effective hospital discharge pathways while promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Undertake Care Act assessments, reviews, and support planning. * Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and safeguarding enquiries. * Manage a varied caseload within a hospital discharge setting. * Work collaboratively with health professionals, community services, and partner agencies. * Develop strengths-based, person-centred care plans to support adults and carers. Requirements * Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. * Experience within Adult...

If you are qualified Adult social worker apply for detailed job descriotion. Role Purpose 1. To provide senior professional leadership, expert forensic mental health advice and case management for adults with complex mental health needs, offending histories and high-risk presentations, ensuring safe, lawful and recovery-focused practice across forensic and community rehabilitation pathways. 2. To provide case management, guidance, support and expert advice to social care staff, students, and partner staff as and when required, maintaining the highest level of professional service. 3. Assess and prioritise incoming referrals, from members of the public or other professionals or services: formulate an appropriate response and take action to resolve or refer as appropriate. 4. To provide professional supervision for social care staff including undertaking regular case file audits, and to identify continuing professional development and training needs of the staff working with...

Qualified Social Worker – Barnet – Child Protection Team Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Child Protection Location: Barnet Rate: £38.50 per hour Linscare are currently recruiting rexperienced Qualified Social Workers to join a busy Child Protection team based in Barnet. What will your responsibilities be? This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and established team managing a varied safeguarding caseload. Previous experience within Children in Need, Child Protection, Court Work, and Care Proceedings is highly desirable. Requirements: * Qualified Social Worker * Registered with Social Work England * Experience within Family Support & Protection/Safeguarding teams * Enhanced DBS * Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of the role: * Hybrid options * Manageable caseload * Excellent flexible work opportunities * Excellent salary of up to £38.50 per hour Qualification and Experiences To be successful in this role you must...

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

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...

TEZLOM – Health & Social Care Recruitment Supporting Communities Across West London Join Our Team: Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker Tezlom is a trusted, well-established agency supplying exceptional Health and Social Care staff throughout West London. We are now welcoming applications for compassionate and motivated Mental Health Therapeutic Support Workers to support individuals in our community drop-in centre. ⭐ Your Role As a Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker, you will play an important part in supporting individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, or crisis. You will help create a safe, calm, and welcoming environment where people can feel heard, supported, and empowered. You Will Provide: * A safe and welcoming space for people in need * A supportive, non-judgemental listening ear * 1-to-1 emotional support, advice, and guidance * Support in developing personal safety plans * Help accessing...

Job Description: Social Worker - Family Safeguarding SE Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding team in the South East. This role is integral to supporting families in vulnerable situations, promoting safety, well-being, and positive outcomes for children and adults. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member and the communities we serve feel respected and empowered. Responsibilities Conduct assessments of children and families to identify risks and protective factors. Develop and implement safeguarding plans to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals including health, education, and law enforcement. Provide direct support, counselling, and advocacy to individuals and families in need. Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records and reports in accordance with organisational policies. Participate in regular...

Job Description: FST - Social Worker Location: Weybridge Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Support Team (FST) Social Worker to join our Weybridge team. This role focuses on supporting children, young people, and families facing challenges related to unauthorised absence and engagement. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and promotes equality at every level. Responsibilities Conduct assessments and provide direct support to children and families affected by unauthorised absence. Develop and implement tailored intervention plans aimed at improving child welfare and family engagement. Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and other agencies to ensure a coordinated, holistic approach. Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families, promoting access to resources and opportunities. Maintain accurate and confidential case records in accordance with legal and ethical standards....

Job Description: Social Worker - Family Safeguarding NE Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding team in the North East. This role is essential in supporting children, young people, and families through safeguarding and intervention services. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to creating a supportive environment where all staff and service users feel respected and empowered. Responsibilities Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs, risks, and strengths. Develop and implement effective safeguarding plans to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Work collaboratively with families, multi-disciplinary teams, and partner organisations to provide holistic support. Maintain comprehensive case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families, promoting inclusion and cultural...

Our client Surrey council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Children Safeguarding MAP team. Casework Management Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.Assessment and Review Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation.Advice and Guidance Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers.Safeguarding Understand the forms of harm...

Our client Surrey council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Assessment team. Responsibiltities Casework Management Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.Assessment and Review Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation.Advice and Guidance Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers.Safeguarding Understand the forms of...

Job Description: MAP Social Worker Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated MAP Social Worker to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide critical support and advocacy for individuals impacted by unauthorised circumstances, helping them navigate complex social systems with dignity and respect. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to creating a welcoming environment where all backgrounds and perspectives are appreciated. Responsibilities Provide holistic social work support to clients experiencing unauthorised challenges, ensuring their safety and well-being. Conduct thorough assessments to identify client's needs, strengths, and barriers. Develop and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Advocate for client's rights and access to services, including healthcare, housing, and legal assistance. Maintain accurate and confidential case records in compliance with organisational...

Social Worker Overview We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our diverse team. Our organisation is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that every individual receives respectful and tailored support. As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable individuals and families, advocating for their rights, and helping them navigate complex social systems. Responsibilities Conduct thorough assessments to understand client needs and develop personalised support plans. Provide guidance and resources to individuals and families facing unauthorised challenges, ensuring their safety and well-being. Advocate on behalf of clients to secure necessary services and support. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers, educators, and legal professionals. Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational policies and legal standards. Participate in ongoing...

Our client Reading Borough Council is looking for a Higher Specialist Social Worker to join their Single Point of Access team. Job Purpose This role is situated within the front door for early help and safeguarding. You will work as part of a team to gather, review and evaluate information in regard to children's needs, including children in need of help, intervention and protection. This is not a case holding role; the role requires a number of children and families to be considered and for informed and timely recommendations to promote the welfare of children, ensuring they receive the help they need at the time they need this. Your role Work within BFfC policy procedures and good practice guidelines in order to meet the needs of children enabling them to source the help, support and protection they need. Ensure and deliver on the timely progression of contacts, promoting a whole family approach while focusing on the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. Be...

Support Worker - Brighton Becoming a Support Worker at Certitude means you can have fun while supporting people to develop new skills, meet new people and live the life they want. Hourly Rate: £13.45 per hour Hours: 0 - Bank Contract Service: Learning Disabilities Location: Brighton and Hove Positions Available: 10 Bank Workers & 1 Permanent Support Worker About the role As a Support Worker, you will work directly with people in their homes and in the community. You will be expected to support people with a variety of needs, enabling them to live the lives they want. Duties will include: - Building great relationships with people we support and the people important to their lives - Promoting choice and participation when supporting people with daily tasks - Co-creating opportunities for people to try new things and offering information to support people to make their own choices - Offering personalised support by working with people’s strengths to build their...