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Children's Social Worker, Fostering Team, Ellesmere Port  Pay rate - £38.99 per hour     Contract role, Connected People Fostering Team    Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker in West Cheshire  This is to work as a Supervising Social Worker in Ellesmere Port  As a Supervising Social Worker on the Connected Peoples Team, you will safeguard and promote the welfare of Cheshire West and Chester’s Children by delivering a high quality service, keeping Children’s wellbeing and safety at the heart of your approach.    The Connected Peoples Team undertake detailed assessments and provide support to family and friends carers who are applying to look after children known to them including Special Guardians.  The majority of the work is Court directed and you will be required to have a sound understanding of Court processes, care proceedings work and permanence options for children.  As a Supervising Social Worker on the Connected Peoples Team, you will be...

Children's Social Workers, LAC, Assessment and Safeguarding Teams, West Midlands  Pay rates between £36 and £41 per hour  Contract roles, Looked After Children, Duty & Assessment and Safeguarding Teams    Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Children’s Social Workers in the West Midlands area.  There are a number of roles available, with the best pay rates for the following teams  £41 per hour – Adolescent Safeguarding  £38 per hour – Looked After Children  Between £36 and £38 per hour - Assessment and Safeguarding Teams Please get in touch for more information.    This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:-  A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to  An easy registration process (all done online)  Referral schemes and incentives   Ongoing compliance managed for you  Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more...

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the Children in Hampshire? Connect2socialwork are urgently looking for a Social Worker to join their great Family Help Hub with a Pay rate up to £38 per hour on a locum basis. The benefits of this role: Hybrid workingJob Description; FOR FULL Job Description please get in contact :) Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*About Connect2SocialWork Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities nationwide. Our commitment to you is we will work proactively and tirelessly to market you until we find you that perfect role. All posts are subject to satisfactory...

Casework Management * Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. * Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review * Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance * Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding * Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns. * Where relevant and with...

Social Worker - Children in Care | Suffolk County Council | £37-£39 per hour (Umbrella) | Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? Suffolk County Council is seeking a skilled and passionate Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team based in Ipswich. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive local authority, making a real difference to the lives of children in care while benefiting from a competitive pay rate and flexible hybrid working. Key Details Job Title: Social Worker - Children in Care Location: Beacon House, White House Rd, Ipswich, IP1 5PB Pay Rate: £37 - £39 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office) Contract Type: LocumAbout the Role As a Social Worker within the Children in Care Team, you will hold a varied caseload of children subject to care proceedings, long-term care, and permanence planning. You will play a key role in ensuring positive outcomes for...

Children's Social Work, Youth Justice Officer, Walsall  Pay rate to £33.30 per hour  Contract role, Youth Justice Service     Pertemps are recruiting for experienced Youth Justice Officer in the West Midlands.  You will need to have a Qualification and work experience within Probation, Criminology, Youth Justice or Social Work and experience of all of the below:  Full case management responsibilities in a youth justice team:   Assessments (ASSET+ and Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool PDAT) Plans   Interventions to reduce offending   Pre-Sentence Report writing   Referral Order Report writing   Court work   Duty   Attendance and joint decision-making panel and referral order panel   There is plenty of hybrid working available.  Please get in touch for more information.    This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:-  A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to  An easy registration process (all done online)...

Are you an enthusiastic Residential Childcare Worker ready for a new challenge? Can you inspire a child in care to look to the future? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for full-time and relief roles across our specialist residential homes in Perthshire, Tayside and Fife. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to support children with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and mental health difficulties, within a beautiful rural setting that emphasises outdoor learning and animal therapy. Salary: Up to £18 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) plus sleepover payments and overtime. What's in it for you? Flexible Rotas: Shifts designed to fit your lifestyle, typically 2 or 3 24-hour shifts per week. Financial Perks: Employee discount scheme and unlimited friend referral bonuses. Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and financial wellbeing tools. Professional Growth: Extensive training through a...

Are you an enthusiastic Residential Childcare Worker ready for a new challenge? Can you inspire a child in care to look to the future? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for full-time and relief roles across our specialist residential homes in Perthshire, Tayside and Fife. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to support children with complex needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and mental health difficulties, within a beautiful rural setting that emphasises outdoor learning and animal therapy. Salary: Up to £18 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications) plus sleepover payments and overtime. What's in it for you? Flexible Rotas: Shifts designed to fit your lifestyle, typically 2 or 3 24-hour shifts per week. Financial Perks: Employee discount scheme and unlimited friend referral bonuses. Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and financial wellbeing tools. Professional Growth: Extensive training through a...

Are you a night owl looking for a meaningful role in Moray? Can you provide the calm, settled environment children need to feel safe and secure throughout the night? If you have the heart and the hustle, we want to hear from you today! Outstanding Child Support Worker roles are now available in Elgin, paying up to £22 per hour. You'll be supporting local authority services and leading charities within residential settings, working with children who have a range of needs, including neurodiversity and emotional behavioural difficulties. Take total control of your work-life balance-choose your own schedule and work as much or as little as you like. This is your chance to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people in the Highlands, ensuring they have the safe, fulfilled childhood they deserve. What can Randstad offer a child support worker? Competitive rates that reflect your value Keep your skills sharp by working across a variety of diverse services A truly flexible...

Senior Social Worker - Family Help Service London Borough of Hackney £39.04 per hour Umbrella Hackney Children's Social Care is entering an exciting new phase, and we are looking for experienced and passionate Senior Social Workers to join our newly formed Family Help Service. Our services are being redesigned to provide continuity, stronger relationships, and better outcomes for children and families. Our Assessment & Planning and Child Protection teams are coming together to form the Family Help Service, delivered across four neighbourhood-based teams in Hackney. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker in the Family Help Service, you will work with families from allocation through to case closure, offering consistent, relationship-based social work. You will hold a diverse and meaningful caseload, including: Children and Family Assessments Children in Need (CIN) planning and interventions Child Protection work Public Law Outline (PLO) and court proceedingsThis role...

Assistant Team Manager | Hampshire County Council Location: Hampshire (Hybrid) Role Type: Non-Case Holding Pay Rate: Up to £42.00 per hour Role Overview Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join their Children's Services department. This is a non-case holding role focused on supporting the Team Manager in the day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring high standards of practice and the effective management of staff and resources. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Supervision: Plan and conduct group supervision and contribute to individual supervision, particularly for less experienced Social Workers and Occupational Therapists. * Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality control of written reports, assessments, and court documents. Assist junior staff with report writing and attend court as required. * Case Management Support: Support the team in managing caseloads, including co-working on complex cases and...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Social Worker - Family Support/Child Protection Team Specialism: Family Support/Child Protection Location: London, UK Salary: £38.50 hourly Type: Ongoing (Full-time or Part-time) This ongoing role presents a thrilling opportunity for a social worker keen to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, all while enjoying the flexibility of full-time or part-time locum work. London, the vibrant capital, offers an incredible backdrop to such vital work. Perks and benefits: Flexible hours: Provides adaptable working patterns to suit your lifestyle and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Diverse experience: Gain exposure to different communities, enhancing your professional growth. Competitive hourly rate: Earn a strong rate that reflects your expertise and contribution. Full-time or part-time options: Choose a working arrangement that fits your needs. Meaningful impact: Make a direct and positive...

Do you have the compassion and resilience to support young people in rebuilding confidence and engaging with education? Do you have experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you comfortable working with Looked After Children (LAC) or those within the care system? Have you previously worked in a residential or support-based role? The Role… This is a rewarding opportunity within a small, specialist school in Todmorden that supports children who have experienced early life trauma. You will play a key role in the classroom, helping pupils access learning through a therapeutic and supportive approach to behaviour and education. The school supports students from Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 4, delivering a broad and engaging curriculum. A strong focus on pastoral care is essential, as you will help pupils re-engage with their education, develop emotional regulation, and build positive routines. You'll Be… * An experienced Teaching...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Social Worker - Local Authority Designated Officer Location: Skelmersdale, UK Salary: £42.00 Hourly Type: Ongoing, Part Time Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Social Worker - Local Authority Designated Officer within Local Authority Designated Officer in Skelmersdale, UK. Earn £42.00 per hour working part time, just 2 days a week, with this ongoing role. This position offers a prime chance for a knowledgeable safeguarding professional with expertise in managing allegations against individuals working with children. As part of our team, you will bring your skill, confidence, and professional judgement to a dynamic and supportive environment, ensuring the safety and well-being of children across Lancashire. You'll collaborate effectively with partners, provide exceptional advice and oversight, and help advance our safeguarding practices. Perks and benefits: Part Time: Enjoy a flexible schedule that provides a...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Casework Management * Provide high quality relationship based social work services to children and families at tier 4 level of Surrey Safeguarding Children Board's Effective Family Resilience criteria.Safeguarding Understand the forms of abuse and neglect that children can be exposed to and differentiate clearly...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Casework Management * Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support where appropriate. * Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making. Assessment and Review * Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way that enables maximum participation. Advice and Guidance * Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other agencies, services or providers. Safeguarding * Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns. * Where relevant and with...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Job Title: Adults Social Worker - Transitions Team Specialism: Transitions Location: Manchester, UK Salary: £30.00 Hourly Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time If you're ready to embrace an opportunity where you can truly make a difference, we have an exciting role for an Adults Social Worker within the Transitions Team in Manchester. With an hourly wage of £30.00, this position offers both full-time and part-time options. You'll be expected to spend at least two days a week in the office, helping young people as they transition into adulthood. As part of our specialised team, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of young adults as they move towards greater independence. Perks and benefits: Flexible Working: Choose between full-time and part-time hours to balance your professional and personal life. Office Collaboration: Work at least two days in the office to build strong team connections. Professional Autonomy:...

Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children.Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Specific areas of work will vary depending on the team but will include: -triage of contacts to the service to ascertain whether contacts from families, members of the community and partner organisations meet the threshold for a statutory social work assessment of significant impairment of a child's...

Are you ready to embrace an exciting opportunity that places you at the heart of safeguarding and supporting children and families? As a valued member of Halton Borough Council's Duty & Assessment Team, you'll be the crucial first point of contact for referrals into Children's Social Care - identifying needs, assessing risks, and ensuring every child receives the protection and care they deserve. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time work, this ongoing role offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in your community. Why Join Halton? Competitive hourly rate - £39 per hour Manageable caseloads Flexible hybrid working Stable teams and experienced management Supportive and collaborative working cultureRequirements: Social Work England registration Post-qualifying experience 3 years perm experience Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service preferred) Right to work in the UKConnect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial...