2316 experienced social worker jobs found

Experienced Social Worker – Long Term Team 📍 Location: Bournemouth 💰 Rate: £40.90 per hour 🕒 Contract: Ongoing / Long-Term About the Role We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a Long Term Team in Bournemouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and safeguarding outcomes. You will work with children, young people, and families on a long-term basis, ensuring stability, positive outcomes, and strong care planning. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload within the long-term team * Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews * Work closely with children, families, and partner agencies * Ensure safeguarding standards are met and maintained * Prepare reports for court and attend hearings where required * Contribute to permanency planning and stability for children About You * Qualified Social Worker...

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Worker's to join the Assessment and Duty Team based in Broadstairs If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). Main...

Social Worker – Child Health and Disability (CHAD) Team 📍 Location: Bournemouth 💰 Rate: £40.90 per hour 🕒 Contract: Ongoing / Long-Term About the Role We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Child Health and Disability (CHAD) Team in Bournemouth. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with disabilities and complex needs, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care, protection, and support. You will play a vital role in improving outcomes for children by working closely with families, health professionals, and education services. Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs * Undertake statutory assessments, care planning, and reviews * Work in partnership with multi-agency teams including health and education * Safeguard children and promote their wellbeing * Support families with tailored interventions and support plans * Prepare reports for meetings, panels,...

Falkirk | 💰 Up to £42 per hour | ⏱️ Immediate Start Looking for your next high-impact contract in adult services? We’re working with a well-established Health & Social Care Partnership in Falkirk to recruit an experienced Social Worker into a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team — where you’ll play a key role in supporting safe, timely discharges and improving outcomes for vulnerable adults. 💡 Why this role stands out * 💰 Up to £42 per hour - strong market rate * 📄 3–6 month contract with excellent extension potential * 🚀 Immediate / quick start available * 🤝 Supportive, experienced management team * 🏥 Work in a collaborative hospital MDT environment * 🎯 Make a direct impact on reducing delayed discharges 🧩 The Role You’ll be part of a dedicated Hospital Discharge Team, working at the heart of the hospital to ensure individuals are discharged safely with the right support in place. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your assessment skills and...

Social Worker – Duty & Assessment 📍 Lancaster | 💰 £36 per hour | ⏱️ Ongoing Contract Looking for a fast-paced frontline role where you can make an immediate impact? We’re recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join a Duty & Assessment Team within Lancashire County Council, based in Lancaster. 💡 Why this role stands out * 💰 £36 per hour – strong rate for assessment work * 📄 Ongoing contract with excellent extension potential * 🚀 Immediate / quick start available * ⚡ Fast-paced front door service * 🤝 Supportive team within a well-structured authority 🧩 The Role You’ll be part of a busy Duty & Assessment Team, working at the front door of services — completing timely assessments and ensuring children receive the right level of support from the outset. This is an ideal role for Social Workers who thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments. 🔍 Key Responsibilities * Complete Child & Family (C&A) Assessments * Undertake safeguarding...

Social Worker – Children We Care For 📍 Portsmouth | 💰 £42 per hour | ⏱️ Ongoing Contract Looking for a high-paying role in a stable Children in Care service? We’re recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join a Children We Care For Team in Portsmouth, supporting children to achieve stability and positive long-term outcomes. 💡 Why apply? * 💰 £42 per hour – top-tier rate * 📄 Ongoing contract * 🤝 Supportive team & structured service * 🎯 Focus on long-term outcomes & permanency 🧩 The Role * Manage a caseload of Children in Care * Care planning, reviews, and permanence work * Work with carers, families & partner agencies ✅ Requirements * Experience in Children in Care / LAC teams * Strong safeguarding & care planning knowledge

We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Social Worker within a children Services Team. This is for Hartlepool Social Services. The team is Assessment and Child Protection / Court Team. You should have worked in Children services as a social worker for at least 3 years and have experience working within Assessment and / or child protection / safeguarding team. You should also have experience supervising lesser skilled social workers If you are interested in this role or other social work roles in the North East please get in touch a.scully @ (url removed) / (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Social Worker within a children Services Team The team is Sexual and Criminal Exploitation. You should have worked in Children services as a social worker for at least 3 years and have some experience working with children affected by sexual and or criminal exploitation. If you are interested in this role or other social work roles in the North East please get in touch a.scully @ (url removed) / (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Transitions Team in Halton. The team supports young people aged 14 and above who meet Care Act eligibility criteria, helping them move from children's to adult services with the right support in place. In this role, you will be responsible for screening referrals and completing Care Act assessments, ensuring young people receive appropriate, person-centred care and support plans. Key Responsibilities: Undertake screening of referrals into the Transitions Team Complete Care Act assessments in line with statutory requirements Work collaboratively with young people, families, and multi-agency professionals Support effective transition planning from children's to adult services Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordsRequirements: Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration Proven experience completing Care Act assessments Strong assessment and analytical skills Ability to work effectively with...

Bedford Borough Council Social Worker – Children in Care Team Pay Rate: £37 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team. You will work with looked after children and young people, ensuring they receive high-quality care, stability, and support to achieve positive long-term outcomes. This role involves working closely with foster carers, residential providers, and multi-agency partners to deliver effective care planning and secure permanence for children. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children in care. Complete statutory visits, assessments, and reviews. Develop and progress care and permanence plans. Work closely with foster carers, residential settings, and partner agencies. Prepare high-quality reports for reviews and court proceedings where required. Undertake direct work with children and young people. Support transitions to...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an opportunity to truly transform lives? Look no further! At Sanctuary Personnel, we understand the immense impact you can make, and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1,000 reviews, we believe in the power of personal connections. We are seeking Social Workers with UK experience to join our team and embark on a fulfilling journey with us. Let's connect and explore the incredible possibilities that lie ahead for you. Location: Bedfordshire Team/Specialism: Learning Disabilities Pay Rate: £37.60 per hour (assignment rate) Contract: Locum, 3-Months Hours: Full-time  Why work with us? Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you. Compliance...

Role: Social Worker – Non case holding Assessment Team Department: Children’s Services, Durham County Council Location: Durham Purpose of Role Social Personnel is advertising a Social Worker role for Durham County Council. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to undertake bespoke pieces of work within Children’s Services. The role focuses on delivering high-quality assessments that inform safeguarding and care planning for children and families. Key Responsibilities * Complete a range of specialist assessments including: * Pre-Birth Assessments * Parenting Assessments * Children and Family Assessments * Undertake additional assessments as identified by the manager. * Provide clear, evidence-based reports to support decision-making and care planning. * Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and multi-agency professionals to ensure effective outcomes for children and families. * Manage allocated pieces of work within the South of County...

Children & Families Social Worker – High-Paying Contract 📍 Scotland | 💰 £38–£40 per hour | ⏱️ Immediate Starts Available Looking for your next well-paid contract in Children’s Services? We’re currently recruiting experienced Social Workers to join Children & Families Teams across Scotland. These roles offer the chance to work in supportive services where you can make a genuine difference while benefiting from strong rates and flexible contracts. 💡 Why this role stands out * 💰 £38–£40 per hour (DOE) – competitive Scotland rates * 📄 3–6 month contracts with strong extension potential * 🚀 Immediate starts available * 🤝 Supportive management and established teams * ⚖️ Focus on manageable caseloads (varies by authority) * 🌍 Opportunities across multiple Scottish local authorities 🧩 The Role You’ll work within a Children & Families Team, supporting children and young people through a range of statutory responsibilities. This is a dynamic, rewarding...

Advanced Practitioner – Looked After Children 📍 UK | 💰 £37 per hour | ⏱️ Contract Opportunity Ready to take the next step in your social work career? We’re recruiting an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a Looked After Children (LAC) Team, offering a great opportunity to combine hands-on casework with leadership and mentoring responsibilities. 💡 Why this role stands out * 💰 £37 per hour – competitive rate for senior-level role * 📄 Ongoing contract with strong extension potential * 🚀 Immediate / quick start available * 🤝 Supportive management within an established service * 📈 Opportunity to step into leadership without leaving practice 🧩 The Role As an Advanced Practitioner, you’ll play a key role in supporting children in care, ensuring they receive consistent, high-quality support and positive outcomes. You’ll also act as a practice lead within the team, offering guidance to less experienced social workers while managing a complex caseload. 🔍 Key...

Barnet | Locum | £38.50 per hour | Hybrid Working Barnet Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team. This is a specialist frontline role supporting children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes. You will manage complex cases while providing guidance to less experienced colleagues and contributing to high-quality, relationship-based practice. In this role, you will: Manage a complex caseload of children with disabilities and additional needs Undertake Child and Family Assessments and statutory visits Develop and review Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children plans Work closely with families, carers, schools, and health professionals Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes Provide support and mentoring to less experienced Social Workers Maintain high-quality reports and accurate case recordings...

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner – Children’s Services (Disabled Children Team) Location: One Angel Square, Northampton Organisation: Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Pay Rate: Up to £40.00 per hour Contract: Full-Time Locum (Hybrid Working) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join the Disabled Children Team within Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. This is a rewarding locum opportunity offering hybrid working, with a requirement to attend the office to support the team when needed. In this role, you will utilise your advanced social work expertise to manage a small caseload of complex cases, while also working jointly on cases with less experienced social workers. You will play a key role in driving high standards of practice and supporting positive outcomes for children with disabilities and their families. Key Responsibilities * Manage a small caseload of complex and high-risk cases within the Disabled Children Team. * Work jointly...

We are currently recruiting for experienced Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience who have working knowledge of Public and Private Law for Cafcass , Newcastle upon Tyne This role is a mix of hybrid and office but court and visits will be all face to face We Have Cafcass vacancies for : Newcastle Office, Public Law Roles (Court based and need to be local) and Newcastle Office, Private Law Role (section 7s ) Duties Include: Providing services to children, families and courts Assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare issues affecting a child or young person Undertaking Quality Assurance, case file reviews, review transfers in and out and case management Completing assessments, including section 7's Providing information to the courts on matters involving children both public and private law, Working with legal representatives and social work staff from other agencies, providing adoption advice and...

We are currently recruiting for experienced Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience who have working knowledge of Public and Private Law for Cafcass , County Durham This role is a mix of hybrid and office. We Have Cafcass vacancies for : Durham Office, Private Law Role (section 7s ) Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including: Award winning contractor care service with access to your own specialist, dedicated Consultant Access to every social work job across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Free DBS and compliance service For more information on this and other roles please contact Andy Scully (phone number removed) / a.scully @ (url removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are currently recruiting for experienced Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience who have working knowledge of Public and Private Law for Cafcass , County Durham This role is a mix of hybrid and office. We Have Cafcass vacancies for : Durham Office, Private Law Role (section 7s ) Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including: Award winning contractor care service with access to your own specialist, dedicated Consultant Access to every social work job across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Free DBS and compliance service For more information on this and other roles please contact Andy Scully (phone number removed) / a.scully @ (url removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

We are currently recruiting for experienced Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience who have working knowledge of Public and Private Law for Cafcass , North Yorkshire This role is a mix of hybrid and office. We Have Cafcass vacancies for : Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Private Law Role (section 7s ) Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including: Award winning contractor care service with access to your own specialist, dedicated Consultant Access to every social work job across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Free DBS and compliance service For more information on this and other roles please contact Andy Scully (phone number removed) / a.scully @ (url removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy