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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...

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...

Community Investment Officer Graduate Location Manchester, Didsbury Salary £24,088 - Pay award pending (April 2026) Closing Date - Thursday 30th April Assessment Day - Late May 2026 Final Stage Interview - June 2026 Role Overview As a Graduate Community Investment Officer, you’ll play an active role in helping Great Places create thriving, resilient communities. Working as part of a passionate and supportive team, you’ll get handson experience delivering projects that improve customers’ wellbeing, skills, and opportunities. You’ll build relationships with residents and partners, support meaningful community initiatives, and help shape the future of our neighbourhood programmes—while developing your own skills through structured training, mentoring, and real-world impact. What you’ll be doing as a graduate at Great Places......... Support the delivery of community projects and events, helping to plan activities, coordinate logistics, and engage residents. Build strong...

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,...

Senior Social Worker – Havant Location: Havant, Hampshire Council : Hampshire County Council Pay Rate: £42 per hour Contract: 3 Months Havant is a fast-paced environment where your senior expertise will make a massive difference. You will be working at the heart of the community to tackle high-need challenges. Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload of higher-complexity family support and safeguarding cases. * Act as a practice champion within the Hub, demonstrating excellent social work standards. * Lead on court work and pre-proceedings (Public Law Outline) when necessary. * Foster strong links with local voluntary organizations to leverage community assets for families. SW Locums – Market Leaders: Our longevity in the market since 2009 is a testament to our ethics. We offer the most competitive rates and 24/7 support for our locums. Referral Bonus: Know someone looking? Refer them for a £500 reward upon successful placement

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...

Job Title: Children's Support Worker Location: Essex Salary: £17.00 - £19.00 per hour About the Role: We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Children's Support Workers to join our team in Essex. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with a range of needs, helping them to achieve positive outcomes and live fulfilling lives in a safe and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people Promote emotional well-being, independence, and personal development Support with daily routines, including education, activities, and appointments Build positive, trusting relationships with service users Maintain accurate records and follow care plans Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and other professionalsRequirements: Minimum of 6 months' experience working with children or young people in the UK Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential) Strong...

Senior Social Worker – Children & Families (Families First Team) Location: Shefford, Central Bedfordshire Pay Rate: Up to £36.00 per hour Contract: 3–6 months (initial) Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid (office presence required for key duties) Employer: Central Bedfordshire Council About the Role Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Families First Team, supporting its journey from “Good” to “Outstanding” with Ofsted. This is a relationship-based role where you will work with children and families from assessment through to intervention, ensuring consistent support and improved long-term outcomes. Key Responsibilities * Manage a complex caseload involving Child in Need, Child Protection, and care proceedings * Complete high-quality assessments, care plans, and risk analyses * Prepare and present evidence in court * Build effective relationships with children and families * Chair and contribute to...

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...

Social Worker - MASH - Wigan - £39ph - NON CASE HOLDING Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Wigan. 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...

Social Worker - Integrated Front Door (Children's Services) Rate: £37 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: 37 hours per week - Full-time Contract Type: Temporary / Contract About the Role We're looking for an experienced and dynamic Social Worker to join the Integrated Front Door (IFD) - Referral and Assessment Service in Bolton. Based at Castle Hill, this role provides a purposeful, professional duty service to children, families, and partner agencies. You'll play a key role in screening and assessing referrals, ensuring that children receive the right support at the right time - whether that's early help, a child in need plan, or statutory intervention under Section 47. Key Responsibilities Provide a professional duty service in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies. Screen and assess referrals to determine whether a Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiry or Children and Family Needs Assessment is required. Contribute to front door duty provision, offering...

Job Title Live-In Support Worker Yeovil 2 Weeks or 4 Weeks On Rotation The Opportunity Key Health is recruiting a Live-In Support Worker for a high-quality care package based in Yeovil. You will support service users with learning disabilities and autism within a structured, supported living environment. This is a consistent live-in rotation with either: • 2 weeks on or • 4 weeks on The Role You will: • Provide structured daily support • Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism • Promote independence and routine • Support with community access and activities • Maintain accurate documentation • Follow positive behaviour support plans • Deliver person-centred care at all times This is a live-in placement. Consistency and relationship building are critical. Essential Requirements • Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism • Full UK driving licence • Eligible to work in the UK • Not on a Skilled Worker or Student visa •...