402 child protection social worker jobs found

Child Protection Social Worker Stable Caseload | Low manager turnover | £38 per hour | 5* Google reviews For the child protection social workers who are due for a change of scenery and want to start on a clean slate, this opportunity may be the one for you. Whether you have experience in child protection, looked after children, or referral and assessment. A local authority in the East Midlands are looking for good quality workers to help them in the Child Protection Team, with a pay rate of £38 per hour. You will be holding a steady caseload of up to 22 cases, and this will be reduced greatly after your first month due to an influx of new starters that are due to start this next week. What’s also great about the role is the training that can be provided for agency staff, as the council are keen for you to further develop your skills to implement into everyday practice. Management in the local authority have been there longer than the furniture, which I find to be a...

Waltham Forest | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team. This is a frontline safeguarding role focused on managing complex cases and ensuring children at risk receive timely and effective interventions. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality statutory social work, supporting families through Child Protection processes, and contributing to strong multi-agency safeguarding practice. In this role, you will: Manage a complex caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases Undertake comprehensive assessments and risk analysis Lead and participate in strategy discussions, conferences, and core group meetings Develop and review Child Protection plans to safeguard children Prepare high-quality reports for case conferences and court where required Provide mentoring and support to less experienced social workers Maintain accurate, analytical, and...

SW Locums need a number of Qualified Social Workers with at least3 years post qualifying agency social workers to join our CASP, CP, PLO and Court team in Cardiff. The team offer flexible, hybrid working hours. The team manager and principle social worker have both been in their roles for a number of years and offer a wide range of experience and skills, high levels of support, guidance and advice and the team comes with varying levels of experience both as qualified and unqualified. The team have a second PSW who case holds court cases but also provides additional support to the team and team manager. Training opportunities and monthly supervision will be provided to all agency staff. This is a highly passionate, committed and supportive team please apply if you feel suited. Successful Candidates will go into the Locality teams - workers must be Social Care Wales Registered. You must have hands on experience and knowledge of working within the Social Services and Well Being Act...

SW Locums are looking to fill a demand for a Social Worker required to work within a Team holding Child in Need, Child Protection and court work in Plymouth. Minimum of three days a week in the office. You must have Social Work England Registration, Right to work in the UK and Enhanced DBS issued within the pas 12 months. This is a statutory role whose primary purpose is to safeguard children and young people who have either suffered or who are likely to be at risk of suffering significant harm as defined by the Children Act 1989. This role also encompasses other statutory duties and responsibilities of Children’s Social Care as defined by legislation and guidance. To identify the full range of risks to children and help manage those risks; ensure proportionate intervention, including securing and supporting alternative homes for children, including those in and beyond public care placed with family and friends and for adoption. Undertaking assessments of need and risk; planning...

Herefordshire | Locum | Up to £33.30 per hour | Hybrid Working Herefordshire Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people with complex needs, supporting them and their families to achieve positive outcomes. You will be part of a supportive team environment, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions while promoting independence, safety, and wellbeing for children with disabilities. In this role, you will: Manage a caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs Undertake Child and Family Assessments and statutory visits Develop and review Child in Need, Child Protection, and where applicable, Looked After Children plans Work closely with families, carers, and multi-agency partners Promote positive outcomes through strengths-based and child-centred practice Maintain accurate and high-quality case recordings What You’ll Need:...

CAFCASS | Family Court Advisor | SwindonFCA Social Worker - Swindon & Wiltshire (2 Vacancies) Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Caritas Recruitment is supporting Cafcass with two temporary Family Court Adviser (FCA) vacancies within the Public & Private Law Team, covering Swindon and Wiltshire. About the Role: You will undertake early safeguarding enquiries, provide child protection advice, complete direct work with children, and produce high‑quality assessments and analysis to inform the Family Court on children's needs and best interests. Court experience is essential. Key Details: £37.75 per hour 37 hours per week Monthly office attendance & weekly virtual meetings Mixed remote/office‑based inductionEssential Criteria: SWE Registration Enhanced DBS within 12...

Locum Family Court Advisor - CAFCASS (Croydon & Grays Inn Road, London) £37 per hour | Mostly Remote | Caritas Recruitment Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role with Children and Families? Caritas Recruitment, as one of CAFCASS's trusted suppliers, is seeking two Locum Family Court Advisors to join CAFCASS in either Croydon or Grays Inn Road, Central London. The Role: As a Family Court Advisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the welfare of children is at the heart of family court proceedings. This role is mostly remote, with in-person family meetings and court attendance required as needed. Your responsibilities will include: Providing expert advice to courts on children's welfare in public and private law cases. Conducting risk assessments and recommending safe outcomes for children. Undertaking direct work with children and families to gather their views. Preparing high-quality court reports within required timescales....

Social Worker Birth to Settled Adulthood Service Location: North Dorset (Office base: Dorchester) Contract: Locum, Maternity Cover Start Date: March Service Area: Children & Young People (0-25) About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. We are seeking a skilled and committed Locum Social Worker to join our Birth to Settled Adulthood service to provide maternity cover from March. This is an exciting opportunity to work with children and young people aged 0-25 with a wide range of disabilities, supporting them and their families through key stages of their development. About the Role You will manage a diverse caseload and work across the full range of social work disciplines, including: Early...

About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Education Support Worker to join our team, supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a school environment. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to provide tailored, person‑centred support that helps students re-engage with learning, build confidence, and overcome barriers to education. Key Responsibilities Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs. Help implement personalised behaviour, support, and learning plans. Assist in creating a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment. Build strong, trusting relationships with students through consistent, calm support. Use de‑escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviour effectively. Support emotional regulation, resilience, and social development. Work collaboratively with...

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 duties and responsibilities: Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision dependent on the complexity of the case and post qualification experience of the post holder. Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and...

PMLD Teaching Assistant Are you a support worker, care worker, youth worker or teaching assistant looking to transition into a rewarding role within a specialist school environment? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Preston that supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs. The Role You will work as part of a supportive staff team to provide both classroom and individual support to pupils with complex additional needs. The role will involve working closely with teachers and other support staff to create a safe, structured and engaging learning environment. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis or in small groups • Helping students access learning activities and remain engaged • Supporting communication and social development, providing personal care where needed • Assisting with...

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 3 x Locum Family Court Advisers to work within their Public and Private Law team. The role will be based in Bournemouth or Portsmouth officer covering Hampshire. 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. Benefits: 6 month contract 3 week office based induction then hybrid working after this - 2 days per week in office Flexible with start/finish times (can be negotiated) 28 days holiday, 33 with 5+ continuous service 4 extra health & well-being days off a year Dedicated well-being days off a year Paperless organisation- fantastic IT system in placeResponsibilities: To provide advanced social work-level services...

Sessional Assessing Social Worker When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Role: Self-employed Form F Assessor Locations: Applicants must live within the following areas, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Greenwich, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Richmond, Southwark, Sutton, and Wandsworth. As a charity, we are committed to ensuring that our resources are directed towards supporting our children. For this reason, we are only able to consider applicants who live within the required geographical areas, as supporting roles outside these locations would create additional costs. Pay - £2,250 per Form F Assessment / £37.50 per hour, plus £250 bonus for ‘panel ready’ assessments, plus £250 bonus for completion within 16 weeks, plus 45p mileage We are the UK’s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high...

Location: Beautiful County | Contract: 6-Month Rolling | Rate: £42 per hour | Flexible Working & Expenses Covered About the Role Are you a passionate Social Worker looking for a role where your expertise is trusted, and your impact is valued? Join a well-established local authority in a stunning county location, where manageable caseloads, supportive leadership, and flexible working are the norm. You’ll be part of a collaborative Children & Families team working within the Family Safeguarding Model to protect children, empower families, and deliver lasting positive outcomes. What Makes This Role Stand Out Competitive hourly rate (flexible depending on experience) 6-month rolling contract – stability without long-term tie-in Flexible working – hybrid model with home working encouraged Supportive and approachable management team Manageable caseloads to ensure quality practice Loyalty bonus for committed service All work-related expenses covered Key Responsibilities...

Supervising Social Worker (Fostering) Location: North West - Warrington - Runcorn - St Helens (Home-based with regional travel) Warrington, Contract: Full-Time | 12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Salary: Up to £43,000 Start Date: ASAP 2026 About the Role An established and values-driven fostering organisation is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their North West team on a fixed-term basis. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with foster carers, children and multi-agency professionals, ensuring high-quality placements and positive outcomes for children and young people in care. You will play a key role in supporting, supervising and developing foster carers, while maintaining strong safeguarding standards and contributing to a collaborative, relationship-led approach. Key Responsibilities * Provide regular supervision and support to foster carers, ensuring high standards of care * Manage a realistic caseload, enabling...

Are you enthusiastic, caring, and passionate about working with children? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Afterschool Club Assistant to join a friendly and welcoming primary school setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children in a fun, safe, and engaging environment after the school day. The Role: Supervise and support children during afterschool club sessions Plan and assist with creative activities such as arts & crafts, games, and outdoor play Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times Support with snack time and daily routines Promote positive behaviour and encourage social interaction Work closely with staff to maintain a positive and inclusive environment The School Offers: A welcoming and supportive school community Opportunities for training and development A fun and rewarding working environment The chance to make a positive impact on children’s experiences beyond the classroom The Ideal Candidate: Experience...

Pastoral Support Worker - Secondary School - Ruislip - April 2026 start - Full-Time Are you an experienced Pastoral Support Worker or behaviour mentor with a passion for supporting young people in a secondary school setting? Are you calm, resilient, and committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both emotionally and academically? Tradewind Recruitment is working with welcoming and well-regarded secondary schools in Ruislip seeking a Pastoral Support Worker to join their pastoral and safeguarding teams on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. This is a rewarding role at the heart of the school, supporting students' wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development. Pastoral Support Worker - Role Overview As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting students across KS3 and KS4, particularly those who require additional emotional, behavioural, or attendance support. Your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and...

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 South Kent Adolescent Support Team based in Ashford 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. Job Purpose: To deliver and improve services for Children in Need, with a clear focus on those in need of protection and the wider safeguarding agenda through the provision of high quality social work interventions and effective liaison with local partners. To work within a team of professional Social Workers and/or early intervention staff to provide services to children or young people who...

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 Long-Term team based in Ramsgate. 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 duties and...

1. Provide a high-quality social work service for children and families in line with statutory requirements and departmental policies and procedures. 2. Provide high quality child and family assessments in relation to children in need, those who require protection or those who are 'looked after' by the local authority. 3.To prepare reports under supervision of practice assessors and/or qualified social workers to courts to attend court hearings when necessary. 4.To hold a maximum caseload of 20 cases. To provide effective case plans for all children on your caseload and amend these when necessary. To regularly monitor and review the progress of young people. 5.Keep up to date and accurate records using the appropriate information technology. 6.Produce high quality written and verbal reports to a range of professional and legal forums. 7.Make professional decisions which comply with departmental policies and procedures and contribute to the priorities framework. 8.Participate...