148 social worker jobs found in Bridgend

Social Worker required to join the Friend and Family Team, based in Caerphilly. Competitive rates up to 38.66ph. Long term contracts offered in a well managed supportive team. Caerphilly is located in historic Glamorgan, famous for its castle and cheese, and borders beautiful Monmouthshire. 3 months initial contract 37 hours per week. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced social worker within the Family and Friends Team. The team work with children and their families where there is a court order in place for them to live with a family member ~ this could be a care order or a special guardianship order. The focus is to discharge Care Orders for PCCP and to secure an SGO instead of a Care Order at the right time for the children and their families. There is a need to risk manage and support looked after children and promote and meet the needs of SGO households. You will be Social Work England registered, ideally a driver...

Think Community Care are looking for qualified Social Workers to pick up short-, medium and long-term temporary contracts in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. We have a variety of contracts depending on your experience within either adults or children’s services, from entry to management. We endeavour ourselves to provide consistency for our Social Workers and always have contracts lined up if one is about to conclude. We are looking for qualified social worker who either can work as part of a team or a manage a team. Requirements: * Minimum 1 year’s recent work experience as a qualified social worker within adults or children’s services * Social Worker degree (UK) * Current DBS on the online update service would be an advantage Benefits: Are you in? Do we need to further convince you why Think Community Care is your ideal agency shift partner? How about: * A dedicated expert (your consultant) to be by your side 24/7; every step of the process, and to ensure you get...

We are looking to recruit a Social Worker for the Children with Disabilities Team within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. North Somerset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within North Somerset Council Main duties include: You will work with them, their families and other agencies to meet their assessed needs and support them to achieve their potential. Include assessment, planning and interventions with Children in Need, Children Looked After and Children in need of Protection, as well as young people preparing for adulthood. Will have a Social Work qualification and an understanding of the...

Think Community Care are looking for qualified Social Workers to pick up short-, medium and long-term temporary contracts in Carmarthen and the surrounding areas. We have a variety of contracts depending on your experience within either adults or children’s services, from entry to management. We endeavour ourselves to provide consistency for our Social Workers and always have contracts lined up if one is about to conclude. We are looking for qualified social worker who either can work as part of a team or a manage a team. Requirements: * Minimum 1 year’s recent work experience as a qualified social worker within adults or children’s services * Social Worker degree (UK) * Current DBS on the online update service would be an advantage Benefits: Are you in? Do we need to further convince you why Think Community Care is your ideal agency shift partner? How about: * A dedicated expert (your consultant) to be by your side 24/7; every step of the process, and to ensure you...

We are looking to recruit an Assessment Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. South Gloucestershire Council is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within South Gloucestershire Main duties include: Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for 'Children in Need' Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather...

We are looking to recruit an Assessment Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Devon County Council is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Devon Main duties include: Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for 'Children in Need' Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a...

Think Community Care are looking for qualified Social Workers to pick up short-, medium and long-term temporary contracts in Monmouth and the surrounding areas. We have a variety of contracts depending on your experience within either adults or children’s services, from entry to management. We endeavour ourselves to provide consistency for our Social Workers and always have contracts lined up if one is about to conclude. We are looking for qualified social worker who either can work as part of a team or a manage a team. Requirements: * Minimum 1 year’s recent work experience as a qualified social worker within adults or children’s services * Social Worker degree (UK) * Current DBS on the online update service would be an advantage Benefits: Are you in? Do we need to further convince you why Think Community Care is your ideal agency shift partner? How about: * A dedicated expert (your consultant) to be by your side 24/7; every step of the process, and to ensure you...

We are looking to recruit an Assessment Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Somerset Council is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Somerset Council Main duties include: Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for 'Children in Need' Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and...

We are looking to recruit a  Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Somerset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Somerset Council Main duties include: Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate...

A Social Worker is required for work within the Adults safeguarding Team in the vibrant city of Bristol. Excellent rates of pay up to £32ph. 3 month minimum contract but likely extended. 37 hours per week. Exciting opportunity in a great city with good transport links to neighboring authorities.. Flexible working We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Bristol City Council's Safeguarding Adults Team on an agency basis. This is a very fast?paced service, responsible for responding to safeguarding concerns across the city. We need someone who can confidently manage complex situations, work to tight timescales, and make sound professional decisions. About the Role Managing safeguarding concerns from initial triage through to decision?making and coordination of enquiries. Working closely with partner organisations through multi?agency meetings and information?sharing discussions. Completing high?quality recording and providing clear, confident professional...

We are currently working with a local authority client in Cardiff seeking a Social Work Assistant to join their Community Mental Health Team for Older People (CMHTOP) on an agency basis. As a Social Work Assistant within the Community Mental Health Team for Older People, you will support the delivery of community mental health services to older adults. Working alongside social workers and health professionals, you will assist with assessments, support care and treatment plans, and help individuals achieve their outcomes through person-centred, strengths-based approaches that promote independence and recovery. Key Responsibilities: Support individuals to identify their strengths, needs, and personal outcomes Undertake wellbeing and risk assessments in line with policy and legislation Assist social workers in implementing and reviewing care and treatment plans Provide direct support to older adults to promote independence and recovery Manage and prioritise a caseload...

Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people? Vetro Social Care is recruiting Children's Support Workers for Children Residential Services. You will be working 2:1 with other staff members and children in their Homes. Overview: * Title: Children's Support Worker * Pay: £14.50 - £29 inclusive of holiday pay * Location - Porth * Time : 10:00- Sleep - 10:00 * You must have a Driving Licence and be level 3 qualified in Children and Young People Benefits: Excellent Rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges Free food while on shift Variety of work in different social care and healthcare settings Vetro Mobile Booking App for communicating shift availability Support from a specialist consultant Free online training and subsidised practical training...

Teaching Assistant - SEMH & Behavioural Support Location: Secondary School, Treorchy Start Date: ASAP Hours: Full-time | Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a new specialist resource base within a Secondary school in Treorchy, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural difficulties. The school is keen to speak with applicants from a variety of backgrounds including education, care and sports coaches. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. About the Role: * Provide support to secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs, particularly SEMH and challenging behaviour * Work with pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to promote engagement, wellbeing, and progress * Collaborate with teaching staff and the wider support team to implement tailored behaviour and learning strategies * Help...

Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people? Vetro Social Care are recruiting Children's Residential Support Workers for Children's homes in Neath with immediate starts. You will be working alongside an experienced team of Managers and Support Workers to provide the best possible care for the children in the home. Overview: * Title: Childrens Residential Support Worker * Pay: £13.68 - £26.76 per hour inclusive of holiday pay * Location: Neath * Hours: Flexible pattern available, pick and choose the shifts you want every week. 12 hours shift pattern, days, nights and sleep in’s available. Benefits: * Excellent Rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges * Variety of work in different childrens homes * Vetro Mobile Booking App for...

Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people? Vetro Social Care is recruiting Children's Support Workers for Children Residential Services. You will be working 2:1 with other staff members and children in their Homes. Overview: * Title: Children's Support Worker * Pay: £13.68 - £27.36 inclusive of holiday pay * Location - Aberdare and surrounding areas * Time: Various shifts (example :Days e.g 8am - 10pm , Sleep in's 8am - 11pm - sleep - 7am - 9am , waking nights 9pm - 9am) * You must have a Driving Licence Benefits: * Excellent Rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges * Free food while on shift * Variety of work in different social care and healthcare settings * Vetro Mobile Booking App for communicating shift availability * Support from a specialist consultant...

Do you want to enable children and young people who have been taken into care to have the best possible start in life? Are you enthusiastic, resilient, and driven to enrich and make a difference in the lives of young people? Vetro Social Care are recruiting Children's Residential Support Workers for Children's homes in Caerphilly with immediate starts. You will be working alongside an experienced team of Managers and Support Workers to provide the best possible care for the children in the home. Overview: * Title: Childrens Residential Support Worker * Pay: £13.68 - £26.76 per hour inclusive of holiday pay * Location: Caerphilly * Hours: Flexible pattern available, pick and choose the shifts you want every week. 12 hours shift pattern, days, nights and sleep in’s available. Benefits: * Excellent Rates of pay, weekly pay, and no payroll charges * Variety of work in different childrens homes * Vetro Mobile Booking App...

Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant Location: Caerphilly (CF83) Contract: Temporary / Supply (Part-Time or Full-Time, Term-Time Only) Pay: £90 per day (with increase in April 2026) Start Date: ASAP / March 2026 About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and adaptable Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work within a secondary school mainstream setting in Caerphilly. This role involves supporting students who may experience behavioural, emotional, or additional learning needs, helping them remain engaged in lessons and develop positive learning behaviours. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral departments to promote a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all pupils can thrive. No direct classroom experience needed! Just passion for EDUCATION! Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with behavioural, emotional, or additional learning needs. Deliver engaging pre-set...

Unqualified Teaching Assistant Location: Cardiff, CF5 Salary: £90 per day via PAYEE (increase in April 2026) Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Start Date: ASAP / March 2026 – July 2026 (End of Academic Year) Sector: Education / Teaching Assistant / SEN Support Are you passionate about supporting young people and considering a career in education, teaching, youth work, or educational psychology? Teaching Personnel is recruiting an Unqualified Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Cardiff (CF5). This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting students aged 11–18 in a mainstream school environment, particularly those with Special Educational Needs, Social Emotional and Mental Health needs, and Additional Learning Needs. This position is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, psychology students, support workers, youth workers, sports coaches, or career changers looking to develop experience within...

Behaviour Support Worker - SEMH & Behavioural Support Location: Newport, Primary School Start Date: ASAP & September long term Hours: Full-time | Monday to Friday We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behaviour support workers to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural difficulties. The school is keen to speak with applicants from a variety of backgrounds including education, care and sports coaches. This is a full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. About the Role: * Provide support to primary - aged pupils with additional learning needs, particularly SEMH and challenging behaviour * Work with pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to promote engagement, wellbeing, and progress * Collaborate with teaching staff and the wider support team to implement tailored behaviour and learning strategies * Help create a positive learning...

Support Assistant - Homeless Women & Baby Project We are seeking adaptable, compassionate, and proactive individuals to join our relief pool supporting a specialist residential project in Cardiff. This service provides high-quality supported living for women and their infant children who may be navigating the challenges of homelessness, trauma, or domestic abuse. Overview: * Title: Support Worke Assistant * Pay: £13.68 - £27.36 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay * Location - Cardiff * Time : Waking nights 20.00pm - 05.30am * You must have a Driving Licence As a Support Assistant, you will ensure the project remains a safe, stable, and empowering environment 24/7. You will work alongside a dedicated team to provide immediate practical and emotional support to families during their journey toward independence. Key Responsibilities * Trauma-Informed Care: Deliver support through a lens of empathy and understanding, recognizing the complex backgrounds of the...