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Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood Service based in the Blandford region. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to work with children, young people and families aged 0-25, supporting those with a range of disabilities and additional needs through key life transitions and into adulthood. If you are a passionate Children's Social Worker, Disability Social Worker, or SEND Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities * Early Help assessments and interventions * Child in Need (CIN) assessments and planning * Child Protection (CP) investigations and plans * Children in Care (CIC) case management * Working with children and young people with disabilities * Undertaking statutory visits and reviews * Completing assessments, reports and care planning * Supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes *...

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Wareham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority setting....

Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood Service based in Wareham. This rewarding opportunity offers the chance to work with children, young people and families aged 0-25, supporting those with a range of disabilities and additional needs through key life transitions and into adulthood. If you are a passionate Children's Social Worker, Disability Social Worker, or SEND Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities * Early Help assessments and interventions * Child in Need (CIN) assessments and planning * Child Protection (CP) investigations and plans * Children in Care (CIC) case management * Working with children and young people with disabilities * Undertaking statutory visits and reviews * Completing assessments, reports and care planning * Supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes *...

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in the Weymouth region. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local...

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities. Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Blandford Forum. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority...

Children's Social Worker Family Help - Safeguarding Team Locum Ongoing Assignment Social workers £42 Hampshire County Council are recruiting Children's Social Workers in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams in Andover, Basingstoke, Fareham & Gosport, Alton, Farnborough, Winchester, Totton & Havant Hampshire Responsibilities: Social workers To have a mixed caseload of families spanning early help and children in need To co- work families alongside our Family Practitioner To work within a smaller defined location/ geographical are To build links with partners/ organisations within local communities Knowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute care Assessments of risks protection & social care needs of individuals, carers, families Undertake joint assessments to ensure all risks considered Take appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies & within legal & statutory framework, to protect...

Social Worker – Children in Care | Enfield Location: Enfield, London Service: Children in Care Job Type: Temporary About the Role Enfield has launched its new Family Help Service and Family Safeguarding practice model, placing greater emphasis on early intervention, effective multi-agency working and supporting children to remain safely within their families wherever possible. Enfield Children in Care Service is seeking an experienced and committed Social Worker to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner with strong experience in Children in Care, court proceedings, child protection and safeguarding. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload of children in care. Undertake high-quality assessments and develop effective care plans. Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and long-term stability. Work confidently with court proceedings and statutory processes. Assess and manage safeguarding and risk concerns. Build...

Experienced Children’s Social Worker – Enfield Location: Enfield, London Job Type: Temporary Service: Family Help & Family Safeguarding Experience Required: Minimum 3 years’ post-qualified experience (PQE) in permanent Local Authority Children’s Social Care roles About the Role We are seeking dynamic, committed and experienced Children’s Social Workers to join Enfield’s newly launched Family Help Service and Family Safeguarding practice model. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an innovative, strengths-based approach that focuses on early intervention, effective multi-agency working and supporting children to remain safely within their families wherever possible. You will work with children, young people and families, including cases involving domestic abuse, parental mental health, substance misuse, trauma and exploitation, while keeping children’s lived experiences at the centre of your practice. Key Responsibilities Manage complex caseloads...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children, Schools & Families Job Category: Social Worker – Children, Schools and Families Job Type: Temporary Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker looking for your next temporary opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker within Children, Schools and Families, supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated and experienced social care professional looking to make a real difference while gaining valuable experience within a local authority setting. About the Role You will be responsible for managing a caseload, completing assessments, identifying and managing risks, and working closely with children, families and partner agencies. The successful candidate will be confident working independently, have strong communication and assessment skills, and be committed to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people. Key Details...

Experienced Social Worker – Children’s Social Care Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within Children’s Social Care? We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a Local Authority Children’s Social Care service. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and experienced practitioner who is able to manage a varied caseload independently, assess and manage risk effectively, and adapt their approach when working with complex or unusual cases. About the Role As an Experienced Social Worker, you will be responsible for independently managing cases and working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. You will be expected to: Manage an independent caseload within Children’s Social Care. Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop appropriate plans. Assess and manage risk effectively. Work confidently with complex and challenging situations. Use professional judgement and adapt...

About the Role Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Forest Heath Social Care Team based in Bury St Edmunds. This is a fast-paced frontline role working across a range of statutory social work functions, including Child in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, Child Assessments, and Support & Prevention. The successful candidate will be confident managing complex cases and delivering timely interventions to safeguard and improve outcomes for children and families. Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Rate: Up to £42.50 per hour (Umbrella) Hours: Full-time Working Pattern: Hybrid working (3 days per week office-based) Flexible Working: Condensed hours over 4 days considered Key Responsibilities Undertake assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. Manage and progress Child in Need and Child Protection plans. Complete high-quality assessments, reports, and statutory documentation within required...

About the Role Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the South Suffolk Children in Need Team, based in Sudbury. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced service covering both rural and town localities across South Suffolk. Location: Uplands, York Road, Sudbury, CO10 1NF Rate: £38.00 - £40.50 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: 30 hours over 4 days considered Contract: Locum Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office You will play a key role in safeguarding and supporting children and families, undertaking a varied caseload and contributing to the team's assessment and duty functions. The successful candidate will be confident working within a busy environment and experienced in delivering high-quality social work interventions. Key Responsibilities Undertake Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47. Manage cases involving Children in Need and...

Hertfordshire – Qualified Social Workers – Children Services – £32-38 per hour Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's Services, including areas such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adoption, Assessment and Duty. * Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments. * Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations where required. * Develop and review outcome-focused care plans. * Carry out direct work with children, young people and families. * Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. * Attend court hearings and provide evidence when required. * Work closely with partner agencies including education, health and police services. * Ensure statutory visits, reviews and assessments are completed within required timescales. * Support children and families to achieve positive outcomes through effective intervention and planning. *...

Oxfordshire – Qualified Social Workers – Children Services – Competitive Salary Key Responsibilities: * Manage a caseload within Children's Services, including areas such as Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need, Looked After Children, Fostering, Adoption, Assessment and Duty. * Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments. * Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations where required. * Develop and review outcome-focused care plans. * Carry out direct work with children, young people and families. * Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. * Attend court hearings and provide evidence when required. * Work closely with partner agencies including education, health and police services. * Ensure statutory visits, reviews and assessments are completed within required timescales. * Support children and families to achieve positive outcomes through effective intervention and planning. *...

Long-Term Contract | CIN/CP Team | Average Caseload of 18 | Minimal Court Work | Up to £40 P/H | Yorkshire If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for a long-term contract within a supportive Children in Need and Child Protection team, this opportunity offers stability, flexibility, and manageable workloads. Based in Yorkshire, you'll join a well-established team with an average caseload of just 18, minimal court work, and a hybrid working model requiring only two office days per week. You'll be part of a collaborative service where managers are approachable, experienced, and committed to supporting high-quality practice. The focus is on achieving positive outcomes for children and families while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Package & Benefits Up to £40 per hour. Long-term contract offering stability and continuity. Average caseload of 18 children. Predominantly Children in Need and Child Protection work with minimal court involvement....

About the Role Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Team Advanced Practitioner to join its West Social Worker Case Holding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Children's Social Worker to work within a busy frontline service supporting vulnerable children, young people and families. Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) As a Team Advanced Practitioner, you will work within a case holding team managing and supporting a range of statutory children's social care cases. The role involves working directly with children and families where significant support, intervention and safeguarding planning is required. The team works with: Children in Need Children subject to Child Protection Plans Looked After Children Children accommodated under Section 20 Families in the pre-proceedings process Cases where care proceedings are being initiatedYou will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective support, protection and permanence planning...

About the Role Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Team Advanced Practitioner to join its West Social Worker Case Holding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Children's Social Worker to work within a busy frontline service supporting vulnerable children, young people and families. Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) As a Team Advanced Practitioner, you will work within a case holding team managing and supporting a range of statutory children's social care cases. The role involves working directly with children and families where significant support, intervention and safeguarding planning is required. The team works with: Children in Need Children subject to Child Protection Plans Looked After Children Children accommodated under Section 20 Families in the pre-proceedings process Cases where care proceedings are being initiatedYou will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective support, protection and permanence planning...

Social Worker - Children We Care For (CIC) Team West Sussex County Council Location: Chichester (PO19) Pay Rate: £38 per hour Umbrella (Negotiable up to £42 per hour for experienced Social Workers) Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Children We Care For (CIC) Team at West Sussex County Council. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join a supportive service with manageable caseloads, strong management support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people in care. About the Role As a Social Worker within the Children We Care For service, you will be responsible for supporting children and young people who are looked after by the local authority. The role focuses on building positive relationships, completing meaningful direct work, understanding children's experiences, and helping them achieve positive outcomes for their future. The team has an...

Children's Social Worker – Child Protection Team Location: Derbyshire Employer: Derbyshire County Council Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time Locum (Monday to Friday) Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Pay Rate: £23.66 per hour (Negotiable for experienced candidates) Children's Social Worker Opportunity – Derbyshire County Council SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Derbyshire County Council's Child Protection Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking for a rewarding locum role with the flexibility of hybrid working and the support of a well-established local authority. About the Role You will join the Area Child Protection Team, managing a varied caseload that includes: * Assessments * Child in Need (CIN) * Child Protection * Court Work * CRE Work Working closely with children, families, and partner agencies, you will play a key role in safeguarding...

Children's Social Worker – Prevention & Intervention Team Location: North West Local Authority Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate Contract: Full Time | Ongoing Contract Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Make a Difference Earlier We are looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join an innovative Prevention & Intervention Team, working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) as part of an exciting Social Work Reform programme. This is an opportunity to work differently—bringing together professionals from across children's services to provide earlier, more effective support to families. The team bridges Early Help and Children in Need/Child Protection (CIN/CP), ensuring families receive the right support at the right time and reducing the need for statutory intervention wherever possible. About the Role Working within a collaborative MDT, you will support children and families whose needs sit between Early Help and statutory social work. You'll...