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Our client Bolton Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Looked after children team. Main Duties Prepare for social work contact and involvement Work with individual families, carers, groups and communities to help them make informed decisions Assess needs and options to recommend a course of action Respond to crisis situations using appropriate legal procedural intervention Work with individuals, families, carers, group's communities and professionals to achieve change and development to improve life opportunities Prepare, produce, implement and evaluate plans with individuals, families, carers, groups, communities and professional colleagues Support the development of networks to meet assessed needs and planned outcomes Work with groups to promote individual growth, development and independence Address behaviour, which presents a risk to individuals, families, carers, groups and communities. Advocate with, and on behalf of, individuals, families,...

Our client Oldham Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their MASH Duty & Advice team. You will work as part of a co-located multi-agency team, which includes representatives from Greater Manchester Police, Health, Community Safety, Adult Social Care, IDVA and the Prevention Hub, this co-location enables more effective communication between partner agencies. As a Duty and Advice social worker you will be required to respond to contacts made to the MASH in a timely way to identify and secure the most appropriate service to support and safeguard children and families. As a Duty and Advice social worker you will communicate with families, partner agencies and members of the public members of the public and partner agencies to enable you to gain details and enable strong evidenced based decision making in line with our practice standards and statutory duties. You will have a good understanding of statutory social worker functions and be confident in making...

Our client Manchester city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Complex Safeguarding team. About the Candidate: We are looking for individuals with a passion for working with adolescents, who have excellent communication skills and a sound understanding of social work and exploitation and who can be creative and innovative in their work. We are looking for workers with a passion for creative direct work approaches, tenacity, and trauma informed ways of working. We would welcome applications from the global majority and specifically males as we are under represented in the area. Experience of working directly with communities is desirable.Responsibilities You will support the locality social work teams in accessing, supporting, and disrupting exploitative abuse and supporting children and their families with recovery from this harm You will consult with partner agencies about individual children presenting with indicators of exploitative abuse and / or...

Our client Pembrokeshire County Council is looking for a Children's Qualified social worker to join their Assessment team. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Social Worker to join our team providing support to children and families in the Child Care Assessment Team within the Social Services and Housing directorate. The Child Care Assessment Team is a statutory team that undertakes child protection, Young People Looked After, Court and family support work with families under the remit of the Social Services and Well Being Act (Wales) Act 2014 and related codes of practice. We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join the Child Care assessment Team who will be responsible in ensuring that the needs and services for children and families within Pembrokeshire. The Social Worker will be required to meet statutory timescales, complete assessments within timescales, undertake child protection investigations and manage their caseloads, including Court Cases. The Social...

Senior Social Worker – Children's Services 📍 Location: Colindale, London 💷 Pay Rate: £37.54 per hour (Umbrella) 🕒 Contract: Full-Time | Agency Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting for a Senior Social Worker to join a dynamic Children's Services team in Colindale, London. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident practitioner to manage complex cases, support the development of colleagues, and play a key role in delivering high-quality services that improve outcomes for children and families. The Role Working within a Resilience Framework, you will deliver expert social work interventions to children and families with complex needs, ensuring safeguarding remains at the heart of your practice. You'll work with a high degree of autonomy while supporting less experienced colleagues, contributing to workforce development, and deputising for the Team Manager when required. This role is ideal for an...

Experienced Children's Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Pay Rate: Up to £39.00 per hour Location: Local Authority (Hybrid / Flexible Working) Type: Contract / Agency The Role An experienced Children's Social Worker is required for a busy Duty and Assessment Team. You will complete Child and Family assessments, manage case step-downs, and transition cases across to Family Support and Protection teams. Key Requirements * Proven track record in a Duty & Assessment or frontline Children's team. * 2-year verified reference history and fully checked employment gaps. * Relevant Social Work qualifications and active professional registration. * Full driving licence and access to a vehicle. What is Offered * Highly competitive pay up to £39/hr. * Flexible working split between home and modern open-plan offices. * Regular individual, peer, and management supervisions. * Induction and training opportunities matching permanent staff

SEND Learning Support Assistant (1:1) - Paulton £90-£100 per day | Full-time | Start ASAP or September We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work on a 1:1 basis with a pupil with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) in a welcoming school setting in Paulton. The Role Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with ASC Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment The Ideal Candidate Experience supporting children with SEND/ASC is desirable, but not essential Candidates with transferable skills (e.g. care work, youth work, coaching, or personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs) are strongly encouraged to apply Patient, empathetic, and adaptable in approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Full UK driving licence required due to...

Psychology Graduate - SEN Support Role (Primary & Secondary) Location: Bath Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time Salary: £90-£100 per day (dependent on experience) The Role We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychology Graduate to join a supportive mainstream school in Bath, working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across both primary and secondary age groups. In this role, you will primarily support pupils who have experienced trauma, often presenting with needs similar to Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). You will play an important part in helping students feel safe, understood, and able to engage positively with their learning. Key Responsibilities Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN Support students with trauma-related needs and ASC-like presentations Assist in delivering personalised interventions to support learning and emotional development Help pupils develop emotional regulation, social interaction...

Here's a professional job post you can use: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) – Birmingham Children's Trust SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join Birmingham Children's Trust on a fully remote basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people while enjoying the flexibility of remote working. Location: Birmingham (Fully Remote) Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £37.99 per hour Hours: 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday About the Role As an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO), you will play a vital role in promoting positive outcomes for children and young people in care by ensuring that care planning arrangements are effective, child-centred and legally compliant. You will provide independent oversight and professional challenge to ensure that each child's care plan reflects their individual needs, promotes permanence and stability,...

Social Worker – Assessment Team - Northampton Children's Trust Location: One Angel Square, Northampton Pay/Salary: up to £38 per hour Office Working: 2 days per week, Fully office-based during duty week (1 in 6) Contract: Locum We are currently working with Northampton to find an experienced Social Worker for their Assessment Team within Children’s Services. With a stable management team and a mostly permanent workforce, Northampton are looking for someone with solid experience to be able to pick up a caseload. Duties Carry out needs led child focused assessments Hold a caseload of single assessments (S17) and S47 investigations Participate in the duty system, responding to safeguarding concerns Prioritise demand and make effective use of time Listen and promote the voice of the child What you need Social Work Qualification Social Work England registration Enhanced DBS (provided by us) Why use us? At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you...

Location: Enfield Role: Family Support Worker Start date: July/ September School: SEMH Secondary School A specialist secondary SEMH school in North London is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Support Worker to join their safeguarding and welfare team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Support Worker, Educational Welfare Officer, Safeguarding Officer or community-based professional who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and their families. The school is a specialist provision supporting secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The successful candidate will join a highly supportive team committed to improving outcomes for young people through strong relationships, therapeutic approaches and high expectations. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for families requiring additional support and guidance. Develop and deliver family support initiatives, workshops and parent...

Family Support Workers Location: Suffolk (Felixstowe) Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Suffolk. Role Overview: As a Family Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and child...

Children's Support Workers Location: Suffolk (Ipswich) Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Family Support Workers to join our team in Suffolk. Role Overview: As a Family Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection...

Family Support Workers Location: Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk) Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk Area) . Role Overview: As a Family Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of...

Family Practitioner - Ealing & Acton Children & Families Teams Location: Ealing & Acton Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office We are recruiting for a Family Practitioner to join the Ealing & Acton Children & Families teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Work Assistant/Family Support Practitioner looking to progress, or a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) who has completed a placement within a front-line Child Protection team. This role involves managing a caseload of children and families, delivering targeted interventions, and working alongside Social Workers and partner agencies to safeguard children and improve outcomes. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Undertake direct work with children, young people, and their families. Complete assessments, support plans, and case recordings to a high standard....

Family Support Workers Location: Suffolk Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Suffolk. Role Overview: As a Family Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection...

We have a great opportunity for a new Social Worker to join our fantastic Children Looked After Team based in Woking. This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Social Workers is £43,633 - £46,624 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym,...

Job Title: Home First Team, Social Worker (Adults) Location: Dorchester and surrounding regions Contract Type: Temporary, Salary: £32.00 - £35.00 per hour Type: Hybrid/Remote working 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 our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the role The primary focus of these posts is to adopt a home first or discharge to assess way of working to support people in returning home from hospital safely and promptly. You will be an integral part of a successful partnership between health, social care, and our home, independence, and crisis support (HICS) team. What will you be doing? Ability and need to be able to attend all our acute and community hospitals across Dorset to support and facilitate discharge. Requirement to come into the...

Children's Support Workers Location: Hertfordshire Pay Rate: £15 - £18 per hour Contract Type: Temporary About Us: Prospero Health and Social Care is a trusted provider of staffing solutions across the UK, with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. We are currently seeking experienced Children's Support Workers to join our team in Hertfordshire. Role Overview: As a Children's Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and young people, helping them build resilience and develop positive coping strategies. You will work closely with families, schools, social workers, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users. This is a flexible role ideal for professionals committed to delivering high-quality support to children and families in need. Requirements: · At least 6 months experience working with children and young people in a support role · Strong understanding of safeguarding and child...

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Camden is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This rewarding role will involve providing dedicated 1:1 support for a child with SEMH needs and Autism. The school is looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive individual who has previous experience supporting children with additional needs in a school setting. You will play a key role in helping the pupil access learning, develop social skills and regulate emotions and behaviour throughout the school day. Responsibilities of this Teaching Assistant role: Effectively managing behaviour both in and out of the classroom. Assisting with learning, emotional regulation and social development. Creating a positive and nurturing learning environment. Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO.  The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience working with children with SEN, particularly Autism and SEMH. Have a calm, patient and...