9 government jobs found in Reading

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

About the Role Milton Keynes City Council is currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a stable, supportive team focused on achieving the best outcomes for children and young people in care. Responsibilities Chair multi-agency and multidisciplinary meetings Complete statutory assessments and annual reviews Develop and implement child-centred care plans Manage a caseload of up to 18 children, including those under care and placement orders Work collaboratively with professionals including IROs, health services, and education teams Ensure children's needs are met through direct work, life story work, and ongoing placement supportAbout the Team Stable and experienced leadership with a Team Manager and Deputy Manager Collaborative structure including Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Social Work Assistants Access to a Clinical Psychologist and Mental Health Worker for additional support...

Immediate Start – Frontline Welfare Advisor (Charity Sector) | 40 Hours per Week 🚨 Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have experience providing advice and support in social welfare issues? If so, i want to hear from you TODAY! My client is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Frontline Welfare Advisor to join the team immediately. This is a fast-paced, client-facing role where you’ll be supporting individuals facing challenging circumstances with practical advice and guidance. 💼 The Role As a Frontline Welfare Advisor, you will: * Provide advice and support on welfare benefits, housing, and debt * Support clients with Universal Credit, Housing, Employment and other benefits * Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records * Offer advocacy and signposting to additional services * Work directly with vulnerable individuals in a frontline setting ✅ What We’re Looking For * Experience in welfare rights, benefits...

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...