19 jobs found in Wells

Locum Supervising Social Worker Location: Somerset An independent, non-profit fostering agency is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their team on a locum basis. About the role: You will be joining a non-profit independent fostering agency that provides therapeutic support to foster families across Somerset. You will manage a small caseload of approximately 7 foster carers providing high-quality supervision, support, and guidance. Benefits: Hybrid working Work within a therapeutic fostering environment ASAP interview and start Highly competitive locum rates Opportunity for the role to become permanent Join an established and supportive fostering agency Non-profit organisation with child-centred ethos Good Ofsted rated agency Requirements: Registered with Social Work England Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Previous experience within fostering or children's social care Strong knowledge of current legislation and safeguarding...

Our client Somerset Council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Learning Disabilities team. Main Responsibilities and Duties Undertake detailed Care Act reviews and reassessments for adults with learning disabilities as part of the Review Project. Complete face-to-face visits with people in their homes, supported living services, residential settings and other community-based environments to gather evidence and assess current care and support needs. Gather, analyse and evaluate information from multiple sources, including the person, family members, advocates, providers, health professionals, records and direct observations to inform professional decision-making. Determine whether existing information supports a statutory review or whether a full reassessment is required, recording clear professional rationale for decisions made. Identify, evidence and record eligible care and support needs in accordance with the Care Act, applying strengths-based and...

Social Worker – Child Protection Team – North Somerset Location: North Somerset Council Pay/Salary: up to £40 per hour Office Working: 2 Days per week Contract: Locum £100 Weekly Accommodation allowance  Will take adult social workers with safeguarding experience  We are currently working with North Somerset Council to find an experienced Social Worker for their Child Protection team in Children’s Services. With a stable management team and a mostly permanent workforce, North Somerset are looking for someone with solid experience to be able to pick up a caseload and support their service.  Duties •    Completing Section 47’s and section 17 enquiries •    Undertake Section 7and 37 reports, as well as attending Court, and providing analysis and evidence-based recommendations •    Long term engagement with families, including direct work, capturing the voice of the child •    Write conference reports and attend conferences, such as Core Group Meetings What you need •...

Social Worker – NCN Managed Care Team 📍 Location: Newport, South Wales 💷 Pay Rate: £28.90 per hour (Umbrella) 🕒 Contract: Full-Time | Agency Deliver Strengths-Based Social Work. Support Independence. Improve Outcomes. Are you an experienced Social Worker passionate about supporting adults to achieve their goals and maintain independence? We are recruiting for a Social Worker to join one of Newport’s NCN Managed Care Teams, delivering high-quality, strengths-based support across the community. This is an excellent opportunity to work with adults of all ages, completing assessments, reviews and short-term interventions that promote wellbeing, choice and independence. The Role Based in Newport, South Wales, you will work from the Civic Centre and within the community, supporting adults in their own homes, residential/nursing placements and supported living environments. You will work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers and partner services including mental...

Job Title: Home First Team, Social Worker (Adults) Location: Dorchester and surrounding regions Contract Type: Temporary, Salary: £32.00 - £35.00 per hour Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The primary focus of these posts is to adopt a home first or discharge to assess way of working to support people in returning home from hospital safely and promptly. You will be an integral part of a successful partnership between health, social care, and our home, independence, and crisis support (HICS) team. What will you be doing? Ability and need to be able to attend all our acute and community hospitals across Dorset to support and facilitate discharge. Requirement to come into the...

Support Worker – NEWBURY (RG14) (Agency / Ad Hoc Shifts)- WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP Location: Newbury (RG14) Pay Rate: £12.71 – £13.82 per hour Job Type: Agency / Temporary Hours: Flexible Ad Hoc Shifts (Days, Nights, Weekends & Bank Holidays Available) About the Role AA Euro Healthcare is currently recruiting Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support for a well-established social care provider in Bedfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for compassionate and dedicated individuals seeking flexible agency work with competitive pay rates and the ability to choose shifts that fit around their lifestyle. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in empowering adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex support needs to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities. Key Responsibilities Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs. Assisting with daily living activities including personal care where...

Social Worker job for a Social Worker to join the Children Safeguarding Team in Devon. Supply Care Solutions are a market-leading Medical, Social Care and Education recruitment consultancy, we offer a range of accredited services across the public sector, providing highly skilled, compliant professionals in all grades and specialties, including short, long term and permanent positions. RATE: Up to £40 per hour (dependent on experience) TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker TEAM: Safeguarding Team HOURS: 37 hours per week HYBRID: (part office / part remote) Key Responsibilities / Purpose: * Deliver high-quality, effective social work services to children, young people, and families in line with statutory requirements. * Complete robust assessments and deliver focused interventions to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. * Promote integrated working with multi-agency partners in accordance with the priorities of the Safeguarding Children Partnership. * Contribute to early...

Day Webster are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 8a Social Worker - Adult Social Care. Our client is looking for the ideal candidate to start as soon as possible for a long term contract. The shift pattern would be Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week, although the service would consider other suitable work patterns for the right candidate.  The social worker will need to hold good awareness, understanding and application of the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Must be be able to complete the following work: S.9 adult social care assessments and support plans. Mental capacity assessments. S.42 safeguarding enquires. Risk assessments. Carers assessments. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity contact me at (url removed) What you need – Role requirements Adults experience Valid Driver’s licence Degree or Diploma in Social Work  Active Professional registration with Social Work England (SWE) Day Webster Group currently have...

Social Worker required for work within the Adults Community Mental Health Team in the Devon area. This post will be based in Exeter, which has good transport links to the M5 and A38. Close to the coast and in an area of outstanding national beauty. 37 hours a week with rates up to £31-35ph for experienced candidates. Location - Home working, with Monthly attendance in person to supervision and team meetings there is the opportunity to work from DCC buildings and some health facilities. Working in the community with adults aged 18yrs and over, however we do start to work with those transitioning to adulthood from Childrens services at the age of 17 years onwards, with Childrens services retaining responsibility until the person turns 18 years of age. The role of experienced social worker in the County wide Specialist Placement Team includes Working in the community with adults aged 18yrs and over, however we do start to work with those transitioning to adulthood...

Housing & Support Worker (Move-On) Oxford Part-time - 22.5 hours per week £19,539 per annum (£32,565 FTE) Fixed Term - 12 Months Help people make homelessness history. Most homelessness services help people through a crisis. This role helps people build a future. We are recruiting for an experienced Housing & Support Worker to join an ambitious homelessness charity at an exciting time as it launches a brand-new Move-On Housing service. You will support people who have already overcome significant barriers and are ready for the next stage of their journey, moving into employment, independent living and a place they can truly call home. This is an opportunity to do more than provide support. You will help people sustain tenancies, develop life skills, grow in confidence and create lasting independence, while helping shape an innovative service from the very beginning. The Role You will manage two newly redeveloped Move-On houses providing accommodation for up...

Community Engagement Officer – Food Waste Programme   Location: Plymouth (PL4) Assignment: Temporary (July 2026 – January 2027, subject to departmental needs). with potential for extension or further opportunities, although this cannot be guaranteed. Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £15.56 per hour Closing Date: 31/07/2026 Requirement: Full UK driving licence essential Interviews: Face-to-face interviews will be held at Prince Rock Depot. Immediate start available.   Join an Exciting Community Project Making a Difference Across Plymouth Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Community Engagement Officer to support the rollout of Plymouth's new Food Waste Collection Programme.   This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a high-profile environmental initiative, helping residents understand and engage with an important new service. If you enjoy meeting people, organising events, building relationships in the community, and delivering excellent customer...

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Leamington Spa on a 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £21-23 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

FST - Social Worker - WEST area Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate FST (Family Support Team) Social Worker to join our dynamic team in Guildford/Woking. This role involves providing support and safeguarding services to children and families, with a focus on promoting their well-being and safety. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all team members are valued and respected. Responsibilities Conduct assessments and develop tailored support plans for children and families. Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, including health, education, and community services. Provide timely and appropriate intervention in safeguarding concerns. Maintain comprehensive and accurate case records in compliance with legal and organisational standards. Advocate for the rights and needs of children and families, ensuring their voices are heard. Participate in supervision, training, and professional development activities....

We have a great opportunity for a new Social Worker to join our fantastic Children Looked After Team based in Woking. This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Social Workers is £43,633 - £46,624 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym,...

Title Housing Support Officer Contract Length - 6 months Rate £19-£22 Umbrella Key Responsibilities * Provide housing-related support to service users * Support clients to maintain and sustain tenancies * Carry out risk assessments and support planning * Liaise with external agencies, local authorities, and support services * Assist clients with budgeting, benefits, and independent living skills * Manage caseloads and maintain accurate case notes * Respond appropriately to safeguarding and welfare concerns * Conduct property visits and welfare checks where required Requirements * Previous experience working within housing support, supported housing, homelessness, or tenancy services * Strong understanding of safeguarding and vulnerable adults * Excellent communication and organisational skills * Ability to manage challenging situations professionally * Enhanced DBS preferred or willingness to obtain one * Full UK driving licence...

Our client Surrey Council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Adolescents 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 and their impact on people...

Our client Surrey council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Assessment 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 and their impact on people...

Our client, a well-established organisation supporting people experiencing homelessness and social exclusion, is looking to recruit a dedicated Complex Needs Homeless Support Worker to join their passionate team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to empowering vulnerable adults with multiple and complex needs to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. The Role As a Complex Needs Homeless Support Worker, you will work directly with individuals who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness and who may face challenges including mental ill-health, substance misuse, offending behaviour, physical health issues, and trauma. Using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, you will provide practical and emotional support while helping clients access the services they need to move towards stable accommodation and independent living. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of clients with complex and multiple...

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support Worker you will work as part of a team to deliver a high standard of care at all times and support the Young Persons emotional wellbeing. You recognise that the role is to help support service users maximise their choices, rights and decisions. The successful candidate must have; - Hold a full UK driving licence - Level 3 in Health & Social Care/Children & Young People is great but not essential - 6 months experience working in a similar setting - Empathetic people person who is non-judgemental and calm - Dedicated and committed with a “can-do” attitude If you meet the above specification then please get in touch ASAP, the successful applicant will be rewarded with: - Excellent rates of pay and additional supplements - Flexible working hours - Potential Permanent positions The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced...