3 jobs found in Plymouth

SW Locums are looking to fill a demand for a Social Worker required to work within a Team holding Child in Need, Child Protection and court work in Plymouth. Minimum of three days a week in the office. You must have Social Work England Registration, Right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS issued within the pas 12 months. This is a statutory role whose primary purpose is to safeguard children and young people who have either suffered or who are likely to be at risk of suffering significant harm as defined by the Children Act 1989. This role also encompasses other statutory duties and responsibilities of Children’s Social Care as defined by legislation and guidance. To identify the full range of risks to children and help manage those risks; ensure proportionate intervention, including securing and supporting alternative homes for children, including those in and beyond public care placed with family and friends and for adoption. Undertaking assessments of need and risk; planning...

Think Community Care are looking for qualified Social Workers to pick up short-, medium and long-term temporary contracts in Plymouth and the surrounding areas. We have a variety of contracts depending on your experience within either adults or children’s services, from entry to management. We endeavour ourselves to provide consistency for our Social Workers and always have contracts lined up if one is about to conclude. We are looking for qualified social worker who either can work as part of a team or a manage a team. Requirements: * Minimum 1 year’s recent work experience as a qualified social worker within adults or children’s services * Social Worker degree (UK) * Current DBS on the online update service would be an advantage Benefits: Are you in? Do we need to further convince you why Think Community Care is your ideal agency shift partner? How about: * A dedicated expert (your consultant) to be by your side 24/7; every step of the process, and to ensure you...

Job Title: Band 7 Social Worker Location: Torbay (Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust) Duration: 12 Weeks (initial) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday - Friday) Pay Rate: £30.00 per hour (Umbrella) Positions Available: 2 Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 experienced Band 7 Social Workers to join a busy NHS service in Torbay. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team, supporting complex adult cases and playing a key role in assessment, safeguarding, discharge planning and care coordination. Key Responsibilities Complete Section 9 Care Act assessments and develop support plans Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) Lead Section 42 safeguarding enquiries Carry out comprehensive risk assessments Complete Carers assessments Support hospital discharge planning, including funding pathways and commissioned services Manage complex...