31 childrens support worker jobs found

We are looking to recruit a Senior Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Ealing Council. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.    Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments Managing a varied caseload (CIN, CP, PLO and Court cases) Court Reports Section 47's To be successful: For this role you will need to be a Senior Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children’s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team. Benefits of Working for Ealing Council: Our client cares about their staff, recognise the...

Advanced Practitioner Are you an experienced social worker looking for a rewarding opportunity in Childrens Social Care? We are seeking a dedicated Childrens Advanced Practitioner  This role offers the chance to make a real difference to children's lives, working within a dynamic team committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and families. About the Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner Role As a Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality social work services. You will work closely with children, families, and partner agencies to assess needs, develop intervention plans, and ensure positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social worker to apply their skills in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities of the Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Lead on complex...

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...

Advanced Practitioner – Children’s Services (Barnet Council) Are you a seasoned Social Work professional looking to make a tangible, positive impact on the lives of young people in North London? SW Locums is proud to partner with Barnet Council to recruit a dedicated Advanced Practitioner to join their high-performing Children’s Services team. At SW Locums, we have been supporting social work professionals since 2009. We take pride in our deep industry knowledge and our commitment to matching the right practitioners with roles where they can truly flourish and effect change. The Role: Purpose and Impact This isn't just another vacancy; it is an opportunity to lead by example. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional care and support. Your expertise will ensure that children and young people in Barnet are safe, heard, and supported to reach their full potential. You will balance high-level clinical practice with a supportive approach,...

Adult’s Social Workers, Older People and Physical Disability Team, Norfolk  Pay rate – £34 per hour  Contract roles – OPPD Team    Pertemps are recruiting for experienced Adult’s Social Worker in Norfolk  This is to work in a Older People and Physical Disability  The role involves managing a varied community caseload, including complex situations, safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act assessments, and Care Act responsibilities. You will contribute to timely, proportionate assessments and outcome focused planning, ensuring that people receive the right support at the right time.   Please get in touch for more information.    This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:-  A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to  An easy registration process (all done online)  Referral schemes and incentives   Ongoing compliance managed for you  Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on (phone...

Central Recruitment is working with a London-based charity dedicated to creating positive change for families and young people who have been impacted by violence, exploitation and trauma. Our client is currently recruiting a Specialist Caseworker to work remotely and across London, supporting children and young people who have been exposed to, or are at risk of, exploitation or violence, helping them to achieve safety and positive outcomes. * 32 hours (4 days) per week * Between Monday - Friday * Shifts: 9AM - 5PM (occasional work outside these hours) * Temporary: approximately 4 months * £19.14 per hour (£16.49 per hour, with £2.65 holiday pay) Please note: This role is a hybrid role which requires you to work remotely and travel across London, meeting young people in the community or where they're based. An induction will be held at the Head Office and a laptop and phone provided. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Deliver effective 1:1 support to young people, ensuring...

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Social Worker (Adoption) to join their team based in London     JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £35 - £42 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London   JOB SUMMARY The Social Worker is responsible to provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of the children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. Assess, need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:   Complete support planning with families by understanding the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors to ensure that outcomes identified at assessment are met (within budgetary constraints) through the provision of support. Assess and manage risk,...

Employment Advisor – Papworth Trust is looking for a compassionate and values-driven Employment Advisor to support people with disabilities or health-related barriers into sustainable employment in this full-time, fixed-term, hybrid role based from our office in Peterborough. Fantastic company benefits include: Competitive Salary:£31,971 per annum Holiday: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays Pension: enhanced employer contribution Wellbeing, development & rewards: Health cashback plan (dental and optical), enhanced sick pay, wellbeing and employee assistance support, access to training and professional qualifications, annual leave purchase, Values in Practice recognition awards, tax-saving schemes, and opportunities to have your voice heard through colleague groups. About the role: As an Employment Advisor, you will provide personalised support to individuals with disabilities or health barriers, helping them enter, return to, or stay in employment. This is a...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team London Borough of Hackney £39.04 per hour Hackney is looking for an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team, where high-quality, relationship-based practice is at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to work in a borough proud of its anti-racist practice, strong systemic approach, and commitment to reclaiming social work - giving you the time, support and professional autonomy to make a real difference to children and families. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within Child Protection, you will hold a complex caseload and play a key role in safeguarding children at risk of significant harm. You will undertake high-quality assessments, lead Child Protection planning, complete court work, and deliver purposeful interventions that improve outcomes for children and families. You will work closely with families, partner agencies and internal colleagues, contributing to a...

Adult’s Social Worker, Advanced Mental Health Practitioner, Middlesbrough  Pay rate to £39.30 per hour  Contract role, AMPH    Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Adult’s Social Worker in Middlesbrough  We are looking for a qualified AMHP social worker in adult social care who will be contributing to the provision of an effective mental health social work service, which strives to improve the lives of the residents of Middlesbrough.   You will participate on the duty AMHP rota and also hold a small caseload, completing personalised assessments, clearly identifying needs whilst considering the context that the adult lives in and listening to their voice. You will then plan to help them meet their needs by looking at informal and community based support in addition to providing statutory services to meet their needs.  You will also work with adults to safeguard them against abuse and neglect.   There is plenty of hybrid working available.    Please get in touch for more...

Join Rochdale Council as a Social Care Worker – Make a Real Difference! ? Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you want a role where your work genuinely impacts lives? Rochdale Council is looking for a dedicated Social Care Worker to join our Children’s Social Care team at Fashion Corner. About the Role As a Social Care Worker, you will provide high-quality, professional social care services to children and families, working in line with legislative requirements and the Council’s policies. You’ll assess needs, provide direct support, and collaborate with other agencies to ensure children and families receive the best possible care. This role offers: Up to 37 hours per week with flexibility to meet service needs Opportunity to travel within and outside the Borough (Casual Car User Allowance provided) A supportive, values-driven team environment guided by the Rochdale WayWhat You’ll Be Doing Assessing the needs of children and families and designing...

Social Worker – MASH (Children’s Services) Location: Conwy Contract: 3 months ongoing Working Arrangements: Hybrid working – 2 days remote / 3 days office based Pay Rate: £38.28 per hour (Umbrella) / £29.22 per hour PAYE (excluding holiday pay) Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Conwy County Borough Council for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) within Children’s Services. This role requires an appropriately qualified Social Worker with recent MASH experience and the ability to make timely and proportionate safeguarding decisions in line with Welsh legislation and local procedures. Key Responsibilities: Receive, screen, and triage incoming referrals relating to children and families Analyse and review multi agency information to assess risk and need Make threshold decisions in accordance with safeguarding and child protection procedures Provide professional advice and support to the Team Manager Work...

Make a Real Impact in Bedford – Experienced Children’s Social Worker | Up to £39.31 per Hour Location: Bedford Rate: Up to £39.31 per hour Contract: Locum Organisation: Bedford Borough Council Looking for your next rewarding locum role? Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced and adaptable Social Worker to join their Children’s Services, offering the opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Why Bedford? Bedford is a vibrant and growing borough known for its rich history, diverse communities, and excellent transport links to London and surrounding areas. The council is committed to delivering high-quality services and creating positive outcomes for children and families, making it an ideal place for social workers who want to make a genuine difference. About the Role This role requires a confident and experienced Social Worker who can work effectively across children’s and adult services where required. You will play a key role in...

Children and Young People’s Worker – additional needs About Us: Peterborough Women’s Aid was formed in 1975. The organisation has grown since that time providing not only safe and secure accommodation to women and children escaping domestic abuse, but also provides specific an Advice Line Services and Outreach. We currently have an opportunity for a Children and Young Peoples Worker, additional needs specialist, to join Peterborough Women’s Aid. You will provide practical and emotional support to children and young people who have additional needs and are living in our refuge. You will need a flexible approach to supporting children and young people as you maybe required to undertake some work outside of office hours. In addition, you will participate in an Out of Hours service, providing on call support to refuge service users at evenings and weekends. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: * To contribute to each child’s individual support plan, implementing actions, through...

Waltham Forest | Locum | Up to £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team, with potential for appointment at Senior Social Worker level depending on experience. This is a frontline role focused on protecting children and supporting families through effective statutory interventions and relationship-based practice. You will manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases, working closely with families and partner agencies to ensure children are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake comprehensive assessments and risk analysis Develop and review Child in Need and Child Protection plans Lead and participate in multi-agency safeguarding meetings Work directly with children and families to promote positive change Prepare high-quality reports and maintain accurate...

Shape Futures in the Forest of Dean – Children & Families Social Worker | Up to £42 per Hour Location: Gloucester (Forest of Dean Team) Rate: Up to £42.00 per hour Contract: Locum We’re looking for an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a supportive team in the Forest of Dean. You’ll manage a caseload of around 18 children, delivering timely, evidence-based interventions that create real impact. Caseload Includes: * Children in Need (CIN) * Child Protection (CP) * Children in Care (CIC), including some court work Working Pattern: * Hybrid working available * Office-based 3 days per week * All children seen face-to-face * Laptop and smartphone provided Why Join? A flexible and forward-thinking team that supports work-life balance while maintaining high standards of practice and outcomes for children and families. Why SW Locums? SW Locums are helping social workers find their ideal locum roles across the UK. Plus, earn a £500...

Senior Social Worker – Children’s Services Location: Bradford (Keighley & Shipley Family Hub – Rainbow Hub) Rate: Up to £35.00 per hour Contract: Locum / Ongoing Organisation: Bradford Children and Families Trust Are you an experienced and passionate Senior Social Worker ready to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives? An exciting opportunity has become available within the Keighley & Shipley Family Hub (Rainbow Hub), working as part of the Early Help & Prevention service in Bradford. This is a key role focused on delivering high-quality support to children, young people, and families at the earliest opportunity—helping to create lasting positive outcomes and prevent escalation into statutory services. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting families through early intervention strategies, working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. You will manage complex cases, provide guidance to less experienced staff,...

Social Worker | Public Sector (Adults & Children) We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Social Workers to join our public sector team, supporting both adults and children to achieve positive outcomes and improved wellbeing. In this role, you will manage a varied caseload across adult and children’s services, undertaking assessments, developing care plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and support vulnerable individuals and families. You will play a key role in promoting independence, protecting those at risk, and ensuring services are delivered in line with statutory responsibilities and best practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, sound professional judgement, and the ability to manage complex and sensitive situations with empathy and resilience. A clear understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding frameworks for both adults and children, and ethical practice is essential. Key...

Senior Social Worker: Family Hub Specialist (Non-Caseholding) Location: Rushmoor District, Hampshire Pay Rate: Up to £42 per hour Client: Hampshire County Council Hampshire County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Family Hub team within the Rushmoor district. This is a rare and sought-after non-caseholding position, offering a unique opportunity to influence practice and service delivery without the pressures of a traditional caseload. The Role and Impact In this specialist capacity, you will act as a consultant and lead professional within the Family Hub. Your focus will be on providing expert guidance, mentoring staff, and ensuring that families receive the right support at the right time. Key Responsibilities: * Providing high-level clinical consultation and advice to the Family Hub team. * Supporting the development of early intervention strategies and community-based support. * Mentoring junior staff and...

We currently seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for our client in Newbury on a 3 month contract to start ASAP. The rate of pay will be negotiated between £22-23 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