18 jobs found in Skelmersdale

Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Cheshire East - £39 per hour An experienced Social Worker is required to join a Safeguarding Team based in Cheshire East. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential. Benefits of this Social Worker role include: Effective induction Caseload of 10-12 Families Excellent rate of pay Reflective supervision Long term contracts available Clearly defined practice standards and managers standards Effective and supportive management The right technology to undertake your role Efficient 'work-life balance' is encouraged Flexible/remote working Responsibilities of this Social Worker role include: Liaising with other professionals Knowledge of...

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment - Wigan- £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service in Wigan. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Advanced Practitioner role: £39 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking permits...

Mental Health Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team North West Local Authority | Hybrid Working | Competitive Agency Rate | Immediate Start We Do Social Work is recruiting an experienced Mental Health Social Worker to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team within a North West Local Authority. This is a fast-paced role supporting patient flow from psychiatric inpatient units, reducing delayed discharges and ensuring adults are safely transitioned into the community with the appropriate support in place. The Role As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will: Support the timely and safe discharge of adults from psychiatric inpatient settings. Complete strengths-based assessments and discharge planning. Coordinate move-on arrangements from hospital discharge and step-down placements. Work collaboratively with ward staff, NHS colleagues, CMHTs and partner agencies to facilitate safe discharges. Manage complex mental health cases within a fast-paced environment. Liaise with...

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment - Sefton - £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service in Sefton. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Advanced Practitioner role: £39 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking...

Ad-Hoc Recovery Worker – Detox Service We are seeking an experienced Recovery Worker to support a residential detox service in Chorley. This role involves working alongside clinical staff to support service users through detoxification and early recovery. Key Responsibilities * Monitor service users during detox, including observations and wellbeing checks * Recognise and report withdrawal symptoms or deterioration in condition * Support the safe delivery of care plans and prescribed medication regimes (under clinical direction) * Complete accurate records, handovers and incident reports * Support admissions, discharges and daily routines * Respond appropriately to incidents and safeguarding concerns * Promote a safe, structured and recovery-focused environment About You * Experience in substance misuse, detox, mental health or residential care * Understanding of withdrawal, safeguarding and risk management * Confident working in a clinical or...

Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding - Liverpool - up to £39 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join the Children's Safeguarding Team based in Liverpool. The successful candidate will take responsibility for obtaining regular professional supervision to ensure effective and reflective practice. Benefits as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Supportive team and management Progression opportunities Flexible working available Duties as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include: Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support. Reflecting the function of the team and Children's Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, statutory guidance, and legislation. Identify and assess levels of risk and need in often complex situations, ensuring that the safety and welfare of children is paramount. Model critical...

Experienced Adult Social Worker – Review Team We're looking for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy and supportive Adult Social Care Review Team. Key Responsibilities: Complete strengths-based Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning. Manage complex cases, including safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014. Undertake Best Interest Assessments and support Deprivation of Liberty processes. Work closely with health professionals and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to prevent hospital admissions and promote independence. Participate in the team's duty function, including daily case triage and huddles. Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding, MASH, MARAC and MAPPA processes where required. Maintain accurate case records and work in line with Social Work England standards and the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF). What We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration....

Social Worker - Looked After Children - Blackburn - £40 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Team based in Blackburn. The successful Social Worker would be ambitious and effective in practice to help change lives and make a sustainable difference. You should be knowledgeable of and have experience with Looked After Children processes, have two plus years' experience working as a social worker and understand systemic family therapy. Benefits as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Progression opportunities Flexible working available Supportive team and management Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Duties as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Provide court reports for cases in care proceedings Involve and consult with clients and their families in all matters relating to their welfare and development. Ensure, with other staff and volunteers that people from ethnic...

Social Worker - Assessment and Support - Blackpool - £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Support Service in Blackpool. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Social Worker role: £39 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking permits and...

Social Worker - Child In Need Team - Cheshire West - £39 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Children's Team based in Cheshire West. The successful candidate will have experience in Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need and Court Work. Benefits of this Social Worker role include: * Supportive team * Competitive rates * Opportunities for long term advancement * Agile working * Negotiable condensed working week Responsibilities of this Social Worker role include: * Working with children on the child protection register and children in need * Undertaking duty and home visits * Attending court * Working with Public Law Outline (PLO) * Single assessments * Report working * Child protection meetings * Case conferences Requirements of this Social Worker include: * Social Work England registration * Eligible to work in the UK * Hold a full UK licence * Post-qualified experience * Degree level or...

4Recruitment Services seeking an experienced and customer-focused Housing Solutions Officer to join our clients busy Housing Solutions Service in Manchester. The Housing Solutions Service provides a vital role in delivering statutory responsibilities under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, working with individuals and families to prevent homelessness wherever possible and support those who require assistance to secure suitable accommodation. The Role As a Housing Solutions Officer, you will provide a responsive and professional housing service to customers experiencing housing difficulties. You will work directly with applicants to understand their circumstances, identify appropriate housing options, and provide advice, guidance, and practical support to help resolve their housing needs. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, working with individuals who may be experiencing complex challenges, including those at risk of homelessness, rough sleeping, or...

Ashberry Recruitment are currently looking for candidates to fulfil the role of a Night Support Worker for our well-respected client based in the Manchester area. Our client’s aim is to provide practical, emotional, and social support to assist in people's move towards independence and personal development. The main purpose of the role is to work as a dedicated member of the project team to provide high quality, person centred, outcome focussed support, guidance, and assistance to young people to address their homelessness and housing needs and assist in their personal development to promote and sustain future independent living. Role and Responsibilities: * Support service users in understanding their strengths, identifying targets, and achieving outcomes in line with a support plan, including the creation and review of the support plan * Regularly assess and review needs, risks, and support planning with service users * Work with service users in a group setting and...

Family Help Social Worker North West Local Authority | Hybrid Working | Competitive Agency Rate | Immediate Start We Do Social Work is recruiting for an experienced Family Help Social Worker to join a progressive North West Local Authority committed to delivering high-quality, relationship-based practice with children and families. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive Family Help team where you'll work with children and families using a strengths-based, trauma-informed and whole-family approach to achieve lasting change. The Role As a Family Help Social Worker, you will: Manage a varied caseload of children and families requiring support and intervention. Complete high-quality assessments, plans and reviews that are child-focused and evidence-based. Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies and community services to improve outcomes. Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding and child protection processes. Develop SMART...

Social Worker - Looked After Children - Rochdale - £39 per hour Caritas are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Team based in Rochdale. The successful Social Worker would be ambitious and effective in practice to help change lives and make a sustainable difference. You should be knowledgeable of and have experience with Looked After Children processes, have two plus years' experience working as a social worker and understand systemic family therapy. Benefits as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Progression opportunities Flexible working available Supportive team and management Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Duties as a Looked After Children Social Worker include: Provide court reports for cases in care proceedings Involve and consult with clients and their families in all matters relating to their welfare and development. Ensure, with other staff and volunteers that people from ethnic...

Social Worker - MASH - Oldham - £39ph - NON CASE HOLDING Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Oldham. The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children. Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include: NON CARE HOLDING Competitive pay rate Long contracts for good performance Supportive team and management Progression opportunities Flexible working available Duties as a MASH Social Worker include: Deliver high quality social work services, at a level appropriated for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people are safeguarding and protected. Mentor, guide and manage Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Officers (MASHOs) and provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision of...

Supportive Colleagues | Hybrid Working | Great Rewards Ever wished your workday could be flexible, rewarding, and truly impactful? That’s exactly what we offer at Leaders In Care. We’re looking for an experienced Mental Health Social Worker to join this friendly, supportive team. Why you’ll love working with them: Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office  Supportive team – everyone helps each other; you’re never on your own. Excellent pay – competitive rates for the area, plus loyalty bonuses to reward your dedication. Referral bonus – £500 if you introduce great colleagues. What you’ll be doing: Carry out mental health assessments and develop tailored care plans. Work with Section 117 aftercare cases. Ensure people receive the right services and support. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, agencies, and community services. Use your knowledge of mental health legislation, safeguarding, and the social care system. At Leaders In Care, we help social workers...

Social Worker - Duty and Assessment - Lancashire - £36 Per Hour Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced social worker for a position within a duty and assessment team for a client based in Lancashire. This is a great opportunity for the successful candidate to work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective child centred service to children in need of support and protection. Benefits: * Excellent rate of pay * Free parking * Regular supervision * Supportive team/management Duties of this Social Work Role: * Engaging children/young people through a variety of direct work methods * Understanding children's safeguarding processes * Carrying out court work * Managing a varied and complex case load * Writing concise, fit for purpose reports/court statements * Working as part of an effective team * Inputting into children's services data systems (Mosaic; ICS) Essential Requirements: * Social Work England registration *...

Social Worker - Assessment and Support - Bradford - £37 per hour We are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a fantastic Children's Assessment and Support Service in Bradford. The role of the Advanced Practitioner will be to carry out the function of statutory Children's Services and the remit of the Assessment and Safeguarding Teams in completing single assessments and section 47 enquiries. You will hold a mixture of cases ranging through CIN, CP and Court cases, although you will be expected to hold the more complex cases which is reflected in your level of experience. The benefits of this Social Worker role: £37 per hour Small and friendly local authority with strong multi agency partnerships and a visible senior management team Condensed hours such as 37 over 4 days available Differing start/finish times Remote & office working and flexi Personal and case supervision is held monthly They offer extensive training opportunities, parking permits and...