623 qualified social worker jobs found in Portsmouth

About the Role You will need to be a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. As a Social Worker in our Together for Families Team, you will: Hold and manage a varied and dynamic caseload with reflective supervision and strong professional support Undertake child-centred, timely assessments using the Family Safeguarding practice model, supporting families at Children in Need, Child Protection and where required into court. Make ongoing assessments of allocated cases to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of risk, and the need to ensure that service users are protected from significant harm. Prepare and present reports as necessary to facilitate decision making about service users and to provide effective quality assurance and chair CIN and Core group meetings Work directly with children, young people and families to identify strengths, understand risk and shape effective intervention plans and deliver evidence-based interventions in...

Role: Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...

Oxfordshire – Qualified Social Worker – Adults Team - £38 Umbrella This is a Hybrid position requirement to work from Team office base on Tuesdays and Wednesdays We are seeking an experienced social worker within adults competency in working within Care Act 2014 MCA, Best Interest Threshold, Dols, Safeguarding and able to work within Oxfordshire County Council policies and procedures Applicants will need to be able to drive across Oxfordshire for face to face visits Normal operational hours is 9-5 Mon- Thurs and 9-4 Friday Work within the requirements of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 and any other relevant legislation, guidance and codes of practice, providing personalised information and advice to individuals, families and their carers. Use strength-based approaches, ensuring that in responding to eligible needs all options including the use of informal support networks, community resources, and the assessment of equipment and...

Qualified Social Worker - Learning Disabilities Team You will be working within a well respected Local Authority based in the Somerset area. The manager is looking for an experienced social worker to manage a complex caseload working with those with learning disabilities and autism. Benefits of this position: Hybrid working - office based once per week Competitive Pay rates Long term contracts Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy...

Milton Keynes – Qualified Social Worker – Family Support Team - £38 We are seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join the Family Support Team in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive local authority committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services to children in need, children subject to child protection plans, and families requiring targeted support. Hybrid working – 2/3 days per week in the office Key Responsibilities * Manage a caseload of children and families in line with statutory responsibilities. * Undertake Child & Family Assessments in accordance with legislation and local procedures. * Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. * Develop and implement Child in Need and Child Protection Plans. * Carry out risk assessments and ensure robust safeguarding interventions. * Prepare...

SOUTHEND SOCIAL SERVICES - QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER - LOOKED AFTER CHILDRENS TEAM If you are an experienced Qualified Social Worker with a background within Looked After Children, we want to hear from you. Main duties include: Pay: £38.00 Must be working in LAC currently Current case load - 12-15 They can't live miles away, they have to be within the Essex boarders Must be able to drive and have access to a car. 2/3 days on site as a minimum - depends on the needs of the team.Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will...

Qualified Social Worker - Mental Health Team - Part time (3/4days per week) You will be working within a well respected Local Authority based in the Solihull area. The manager is looking for an experienced social worker to manage a complex caseload of maximum 20. It is essential that you are a a car driver. Long term 1 year post available. Benefits of this position: Hybrid working - once per week in the office Long term contracts Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services? We are currently working on behalf of CAFCASS to recruit for a Locum Social Worker to work within their Work After First Hearing Team based in Birmingham covering the Birmingham, Stoke, Staffordshire and Worcester area. CAFCASS independently advises the family courts about what is safe for children and within their best interests. CAFCASS is the largest employer of qualified social workers in England and is deeply committed to making a positive difference to each child they support. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Children's Locum Social Worker looking for a change and to gain experience within a reputable organisation like CAFCASS. Benefits: Remote Working in place - visits required Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in place Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning...

Our client Peterborough Council are seeking an experienced MASH Social Worker Locum Social Worker position available asap - Children MASH £39ph / 37 hours a week. Hybrid working - 3 days in the office (Sand Martin House) Brief description of the job duties: Are you looking for a fast paced role with the opportunity to work with partner agencies to assist in making timely decisions for children on what intervention and support is required. We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the team to triage new referrals into MASH. You will have a sound knowledge of threshold application, making timely decisions for children and being able to remain calm under pressure. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and will report to the Team Managers within MASH. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a stable team who has children at the heart of all decision making. All about our Team The Multi Agency Safeguarding...

Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker? Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services? We have a fantastic Locum Social Work opportunity based within a Children's MASH team based in the Oldham, Greater Manchester area. Working in MASH you will be centrally located with colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best possible service to children, young people and their families. Benefits: Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal Weekly payroll Competitive pay rates Working with a top local authority Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply) Responsibilities: Maintaining relationships with a variety of different teams and local authorities Gathering and collating relevant information with our partner agencies. Analysing the information to make...

Are you a dedicated and qualified Social Worker with a passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people? Are you experienced in working with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and confident in completing comprehensive age assessments? We have an exciting locum opportunity within a UASC team in Trafford, where you'll play a vital role in responding to a growing number of referrals for Separated Young People. This is a rewarding position for an experienced practitioner who can work within tight timescales, deliver trauma-informed assessments, and contribute to safeguarding outcomes. Benefits: Hybrid Working Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal Weekly payroll Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&C's apply)Responsibilities: Completing Age Assessments Liaising with other social...

Qualified Children’s Safeguarding Social Worker (Locum) 📍 Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council 💷 £39 per hour 🧑‍⚖️ Safeguarding & Support Team 📌 5 Positions Available Ready to make a real impact where it matters most? Tameside MBC is looking for resilient, experienced, and autonomous Social Workers to join their Safeguarding & Support team. You’ll manage a varied and meaningful caseload including Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings and Court work — supported by a stable, permanent leadership team committed to continuous improvement. Following a positive recent Ofsted monitoring visit (January), Tameside is on an ambitious improvement journey — and you’ll be part of shaping that progress. 🔎 The Role This is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for home working (agreed with your Team Manager). Full-time hours worked across 5 days preferred. You will: Complete assessments for Children in Need, Child Protection and cared-for children Coordinate...

Family Practitioner - Disabled Children Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Practitioner specialising in care for disabled children. This role involves providing comprehensive medical support, coordinating treatment plans, and ensuring the well-being of young patients with complex health needs. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality healthcare tailored to the unique requirements of disabled children. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young patients and their families. Responsibilities To arrange appropriate resources and help in assisting families to access other resources under supervision and within the Departments agreed priorities and resource framework. This could include arranging transport, domiciliary care, accommodation; appropriate voluntary sector resources, accessing play groups; liaising with housing colleagues etc To carry...

Reading Children's Services is seeking a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join our Together for Families Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking service that places children, families, and practitioners at the heart of everything we do. You will hold and manage a varied and dynamic caseload, supported by regular reflective supervision, strong management oversight, and a culture that values professional curiosity, learning, and well-being. What You'll Be Doing Undertaking child-centred, timely assessments using the Family Safeguarding practice model Working with children and families across Children in Need, Child Protection, and care proceedings Completing ongoing assessments that reflect changing circumstances, risk, and protective factors Preparing high-quality reports to support decision-making and quality assurance Chairing Child in Need and Core Group meetings Working directly with children,...

Team Manager – Children Looked After & Court Initial 3-6 month interim contract South London, Local Authority   Around £45/hr via FCSA Accredited Umbrella Company Inside IR35   An exciting opportunity has arisen within a Local Authority in South London for a Team Manager to come and support the Children Looked After and Court team for an initial 3-6 months. You must be have experienced in working with Children in Care and Court Teams. The service has recently split their Children Looked After and Care Leavers teams, so are looking for additional support. About your role as the Team Manager – Children Looked After & Court: Be accountable for the management of all cases and referrals to the Children in Care Service. Allocate cases/referrals. To monitor and review the work of the team including regular audits, in accordance with performance/quality standards/Borough procedures. Be responsible for the management of delegated budgets and to ensure that resources are used...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the CP & Complex CIN Team for City of Westminster. Qualified Social Worker - CP & Complex CIN Team - £37.52 p/h Umb Duties and Responsibilities: * Lead Child Protection cases, including strategy discussions, Section 47 enquiries, and core group meetings. * Manage a protected caseload of 8-12 families to deliver high-quality statutory interventions. * Undertake complex Child in Need work, including cases involving extra-familial harm and CSE. * Manage court proceedings and prepare high-quality statements and care plans. * Attend and contribute to CP Conferences, CIN meetings, and multi-agency safeguarding meetings. * Conduct robust risk assessments and implement effective safety planning. * Record all case activity accurately and promptly using Mosaic. * Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated safeguarding responses. Working Pattern: *...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Court Team for Buckinghamshire Council based in Aylesbury. Qualified Social Worker - Court Team - £38 p/h Umbrella Duties and Responsibilities: * Manage cases within care proceedings and pre-proceedings. * Complete detailed court statements, assessments and care plans. * Attend court and work closely with legal representatives. * Undertake risk assessments and ensure effective safeguarding planning. * Progress cases through PLO and court timelines effectively. * Participate in multi-agency meetings to safeguard and promote positive outcomes for children. * Maintain accurate case records in accordance with local authority policy. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working (local authority expectation to attend office and court as required) Pay Rate: * £38 per hour Umbrella Essential Requirements: * Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent * Social Work...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Fostering Team for Buckinghamshire Council based in Aylesbury. Qualified Social Worker - Fostering Team - Aylesbury - £38 p/h Umb Duties and Responsibilities: * Undertake Form F assessments and present completed assessments to Fostering Panel. * Provide supervision and ongoing support to approved foster carers in line with statutory requirements. * Complete annual foster carer reviews and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and national minimum standards. * Contribute to placement matching and promote placement stability for children. * Provide safeguarding advice and respond to allegations or concerns in accordance with policy and procedures. * Work collaboratively with children's social workers and multi-agency professionals to ensure coordinated support. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordings and documentation in line with statutory requirements. *...

Our client, Bristol Council, is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Child Protection team Bristol's area services teams have recently had an overwhelmingly positive focused visit from Ofsted which highlights 'Workforce morale is high. Practitioners 'love' working for Bristol and feel highly supported by their managers. All practitioners, regardless of their length of time working for Bristol, feel valued and enabled to make a positive difference in improving the lives of vulnerable children Average caseloads are currently around 15 children per worker. Other things that are useful for people to know - Our social workers work in small teams with excellent management availability. Each team has their own office space and each worker has their own desk so no hot desking! This role is for an experienced child protection social worker in North Bristol. References must be uploaded with submission. Must be a driver and have access to a car. max 1 day WFH per week....

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and...