63 government jobs found in Ashford

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them with Locum and Permanent recruitment across Qualified Social Work and Unqualified Care roles. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers a supportive, well‑structured environment where professionals can make a real impact. We're currently recruiting for the South Kent Youth Justice Team, based in Ashford, covering Ashford, Dover and Folkestone. Experience in ASSET Plus and Pre‑Sentence Court Reports is essential. 🌟 Role Purpose You'll manage a caseload of young offenders, completing assessments, planning interventions, and delivering targeted support to help young people meet the aims of their care plans and court orders. 🔑 Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload - Complete assessments, reviews, sentence planning and reports in line with Youth Justice Board standards. Work collaboratively across agencies - Build strong partnerships with Probation, Health, Education,...

4‑Day Working Week * Temporary Contract * Immediate Start * £38p/h Connect2Kent are seeking an experienced Locum Children's Social Worker to join the Children's Social Work Team in Ashford on a temporary basis. You'll be completing Children & Families assessments and supporting children and families at key points of need. This is a great opportunity for a confident practitioner who wants flexibility, balance, and the chance to make a real impact - all within a supportive, well‑structured team. What you'll be doing You'll carry out C&F assessments for children and families referred into the service, ensuring timely, analytical and child‑centred practice. Completing high‑quality C&F assessments - Clear, evidence‑based assessments that inform robust plans. Managing a varied caseload - CIN, CP and early safeguarding work depending on need. Multi‑agency collaboration - Working closely with schools, health, police, carers and families. Maintaining accurate records -...

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...

Independent Chairs Our client, Kent County Council, is seeking an experienced Consultant to work as an Independent Chair working on a temporary basis. This would be working on undertaking, coordinating, and managing specific reviews (safeguarding adults' reviews and safeguarding case audits) across Kent. The ideal candidate will have come from a senior background within the public sector and have an appropriate knowledge base. The candidate will be expected to have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with members of the public in challenging situations, chair meetings of senior managers in the multi-agency partnership environment, as well as author accurate overview reports using management information compiled by partner agencies. The role is mainly remote but will involve some requirement to attend meetings in Kent. Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Kent is...

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them with Locum and Permanent recruitment across Qualified Social Work and Unqualified Care roles. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers a supportive, well‑structured environment where professionals can make a real impact. We're currently recruiting for the East Kent Youth Justice Team, based in Canterbury, covering the Thanet area. Experience in ASSET Plus and Pre‑Sentence Court Reports is essential. 🌟 Role Purpose You'll manage a caseload of young offenders, completing assessments, planning interventions, and delivering targeted support to help young people meet the aims of their care plans and court orders. 🔑 Key Responsibilities Manage a diverse caseload - Complete assessments, reviews, sentence planning and reports in line with Youth Justice Board standards. Work collaboratively across agencies - Build strong partnerships with Probation, Health, Education, Police, voluntary...

Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join the Children in Care team, covering Whitstable and Broadstairs. Previous experience in Court Work and front line Chidren's Social Work is essential. At least 3 years experience as a Permanent Qualified Social Worker is also required. 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,...

Hold cases at either standard, enhanced or intensive Scaled Approach level in accordance with the Youth Justice Board Case Management Guidance document. This will include significant inter-agency liaison, multi-agency work, for young people and their families using an adolescent risk and whole family model of intervention Work with young people and their families or carers in a way which is collaborative, motivating and child-centred to address the factors related to the young persons desisting from offending, the risk they pose to others or their welfare needs. Represent the service in Court and perform all the tasks expected of a Court Officer. This includes preparing paperwork for the Youth Court, attending as the Youth Offending Service representative and present reports on behalf of colleagues, ensuring that processes and decisions are accurately recorded in accordance with departmental and legislative requirements. This will involve being attentive to the needs of young...

An exciting opportunity to work with Everest, a brand name within the Home Improvements sector. Everest a brand built on values of innovation, communication, ownership, and collaboration, is now looking for field sales representatives who are eager to join a forward-thinking team, where your ambition and customer-focused attitude will be valued and rewarded. As a self-employed field sales representative, you’ll have the chance to build relationships with homeowners, guiding them through their home improvement journeys. As a Sales Representative you will: Attend customer appointments in their homes to discuss design ideas. Use bespoke design software to present home improvement solutions tailored to customers’ preferences. Develop your knowledge and become an expert on our wide product range, including windows, doors, double and triple glazing, conservatories and materials such as uPVC and aluminium. Are you interested in an unlimited earning potential? Commission based role...

Manage a caseload of complex cases involving high levels of risk and needs to a high standard to ensure resources are utilised effectively * Provide a high quality resource of professional social work knowledge and expertise to a team of Social Workers, to include student supervision, chairing complex meetings, assisted fieldwork, attendance in court, case audits and reviews etc, to assist the team in ensuring that it carries out its core tasks to a high standard * Provide coaching and mentoring support to Social Workers, including those undertaking social work training, to support and further their professional knowledge and development to impact upon the overall quality of practice within teams * Attend court, where appropriate, to assist the team in ensuring that key professional input and expertise is provided to high profile and sensitive cases * Act as Practice Assessor to support student placements/ASYE Connect2Kent is a trading style of Commercial Services Kent LTD - A...

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 Dover and Deal's Children's Social Work Team based in Dover 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...

Role: Prison Security Escort Location: HMP Cookham Wood Standard Rate: £12.71 per hour + 33 days holiday pay Overtime rate: £16.89 per hour (overtime after 39 hours) Duration: Temporary role, with the opportunity to be long term Typical hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00-17:00 As a Prison Security Escort, you will work alongside the prison service, assisting our client who is responsible for the maintenance of the buildings. You will be a part of security team where you will escort and oversee contractors such as carpenters, plumbers and electricians, whilst they complete their maintenance work. Duties of a Prison Security Escort Include (but not limited to) Checking the identification of the contractors Checking contractors have been briefed on security measures Booking in and out of the contractors Creating a tool list Escorting contractors through the prison to their place of work Overseeing contractors whilst they are working (Please note you will have to stay with the...

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 Assessment and Duty Team based in Broadstairs 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...

Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Youth Justice Practitioner Covering Gravesend and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Youth Justice. Purpose of the Job: As a member of a multi agency service, undertake assessment of and direct work with young people and their families so as to reduce the risk of them re-offending in accordance with the agreed intervention plans and in the context of managing their risk of harm to others and vulnerability issues. Main duties and responsibilities: Hold cases at either standard, enhanced or intensive Scaled Approach level in accordance with the Youth Justice Board Case Management Guidance document. This will include significant inter-agency liaison, multi-agency work, for young people and their families using an...

An exciting opportunity to work with Everest, a brand name within the Home Improvements sector. Everest a brand built on values of innovation, communication, ownership, and collaboration, is now looking for field sales representatives who are eager to join a forward-thinking team, where your ambition and customer-focused attitude will be valued and rewarded. As a self-employed field sales representative, you’ll have the chance to build relationships with homeowners, guiding them through their home improvement journeys. As a Sales Representative you will: Attend customer appointments in their homes to discuss design ideas. Use bespoke design software to present home improvement solutions tailored to customers’ preferences. Develop your knowledge and become an expert on our wide product range, including windows, doors, double and triple glazing, conservatories and materials such as uPVC and aluminium. Are you interested in an unlimited earning potential? Commission based role...

Adult Social Worker – Triage Team Location: Civic Offices, Bexleyheath, London Borough of Bexley Pay: £43.63 per hour Job Type: Full-Time Locum (36 hours per week) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | Hybrid Working Available Start Date: ASAP SW Locums, one of the UK's leading social work recruitment agencies, is recruiting an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Adult Social Care Triage Team at the London Borough of Bexley. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the front door of Adult Social Care within a fast-paced, integrated health and social care team. You'll play a key role in delivering timely interventions and supporting vulnerable adults when they need it most. Key Responsibilities: * Complete Care Act and Mental Capacity Assessments. * Manage telephone triage, duty responsibilities, and urgent referrals. * Undertake safeguarding enquiries and dynamic risk assessments. * Respond effectively to crisis situations. * Work collaboratively with...

Position:  Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location:, Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £700.00 per Day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children’s Services. Manage and support a team of 5 finance professionals. Work closely with senior service leaders to provide financial advice, challenge decisions, and support service improvement. Provide strategic financial guidance to help deliver savings, improve efficiency, and achieve better outcomes for residents. Monitor and report on financial performance, budgets, risks, and service delivery. Support the development and implementation of financial plans and new delivery models. Provide high-quality financial support and insight to senior...

Children's Social Worker – Bromley Council Location: Bromley, London Pay Rate: £37.41 per hour Job Type: Full-Time Locum Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available Start Date: ASAP Join a High-Performing Team with Bromley Council Through SW Locums SW Locums is proud to be one of the UK's leading social work recruitment agencies, trusted by local authorities and social work professionals nationwide. We are committed to matching talented practitioners with outstanding opportunities, offering competitive pay rates, dedicated consultant support, weekly payroll, and a seamless recruitment experience. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Bromley Council on a full-time locum basis. Bromley Council has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality children's services and creating an environment where social workers feel valued, supported, and empowered. The authority is committed to...

We have a unique opportunity for an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established main contractor on a long term basis, working on a 10 year framework of residential and government building refurbishment and new build. Typical projects will range from £0.5 million to £8million in value. You will initially be based on a long term £5 million project in Lewisham. The company are a blue chip world renowned contractor whom have a wide and varied client base and a multitude of long term frameworks. The business has a young, dynamic and energetic management team with a strong business plan in place; they are further developing their client base and this is great opportunity to join a growing business. They are company that promote from within so would suite a individual who is ambitious. They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record working on all aspects of build and refurbishments projects. Duties include: Analyse tender returns and collate...

Children's Support Workers Location: South London (Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham) 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 South London. 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...

Adecco are recruiting on behalf of a London Local Authority for a Customer Insight Specialist to join the Housing Needs & Homelessness service. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced complaints professional to make a real impact by managing Stage 1 complaints, identifying service improvements, and ensuring customer feedback drives positive change across front-line housing services. Working closely with operational teams, managers and key stakeholders, you will ensure complaints are investigated thoroughly, resolved effectively and used as a catalyst for continuous improvement. Customer Insight Specialist - Housing Need & Homelessness Croydon Council Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week Fixed Term Contract currently to March 2027 with potential extension Hybrid Working - office is based in Croydon however attendance is flexible (key meetings / occasional in office days) £42,060 per annum The Role As a Customer Insight Specialist, you will:...