209 qualified social worker jobs found in London

Qualified Social Worker – Intermediate Care (Lambeth Rehab & Reablement Team)  Rate: £30 per hour  Contract: 6 months  Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm  Work Pattern: 3 days in office, 2 days home working  About the Role  We are seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker (minimum 2 years post‑qualifying experience) to join the Intermediate Care Lambeth Rehab & Reablement Team. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within an integrated multidisciplinary service, supporting adults who are receiving therapy input and time‑limited reablement support.  This role contributes directly to a project focused on data collection and analysis, specifically around reviews carried out by the Reablement Team for residents with existing care packages who are also receiving therapy input through our integrated partnership with GSTT, as well as MDT input from other allied health professionals.   The role will also include assessing residents with new Reablement...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team within the Social Care industry in Central Bedfordshire.   Responsibilities include: Investigation and assessment, following referrals to the service. Report Writing Working With PLO (Public Law Outline) Attending Child Protection meetings, Case Conferences and LAC reviews. Utilise Children In Need plans to work directly with Children Court Reports Section 47’s Core Assessments Manage a caseload  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team within the UK Social Care industry.  Minimum Requirements: SWE Registration 1-2 years post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide  DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team within the Social Care industry in Milton Keynes.   Responsibilities include: Investigation and assessment, following referrals to the service. Report Writing Working With PLO (Public Law Outline) Attending Child Protection meetings, Case Conferences and LAC reviews. Utilise Children In Need plans to work directly with Children Court Reports Section 47’s Core Assessments Manage a caseload  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working as a Qualified Social Worker - Children In Care Team within the UK Social Care industry.  Minimum Requirements: SWE Registration 1-2 years post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UKBenefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide  DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process...

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Service Manager - Family Assessment to join their team based in London.    JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £400 per day  WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION:  London     JOB SUMMARY The Service manager will be working in Family Assessment service will focus on tackling ingrained inequality and poverty in the borough. We will follow the evidence to tackle the underlying causes of inequality and hardship, like structural racism, environmental injustice and economic injustice.  JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:   Service Manager has operational management responsibility for a number of teams. The focus of this role is leadership and management of the Young Service with operational responsibility for teams including Adolescent Social Work Team, Adolescent Workers & Families Together (Edge of Care),...

Social Worker – Adults Mental Health (NHS) Location: London Contract: 3 months ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Working Pattern: Hybrid – 3 days office?based / 2 days working from home Pay Rate: £32.69 per hour (Umbrella) Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our NHS clients in London for an experienced Social Worker to join an Adults Mental Health Team. Key Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of adults with mental health needs Completing assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Supporting hospital discharge planning and community pathways Maintaining high?quality case recording in line with NHS standardsRequirements: Qualified Social Worker Relevant professional registration Experience within Adults Mental Health services Ability to work effectively within an NHS or multidisciplinary settingService Care Solutions benefits and interested candidates should...

Social Work Assistant/Newly Qualified Social Worker Location: London To work with the person and other professionals as necessary in order to facilitate the stated functions. This includes the undertaking of duty activities and proportionate assessments, safeguarding initial contacts and investigation, the onward referral to community teams for support provision as well as signposting and the provision of information and advice. Responsible to the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners. To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken. Key competencies required: * Engage with individuals, carers, families, groups and communities to assess and intervene preventatively using your knowledge and skills, and develop person-led Support Plans to meet the needs of individuals that promote choice, control and independence. * Be able to use a strength-based approach to assessment to support individuals to identify and develop their support networks and consider...

Position: Family Support Worker Location: London Hybrid working **Must have experience** The post holder will be assigned to a social work team and will also work across the Family Assessment Service when the need arises. The team will undertake statutory assessments to identify targeted support and interventions that meet the diverse needs of the children, young people and families that live or access services within the service area. It will be necessary, on occasion to work with families in other parts of the borough to ensure timely access to services. Specifically the role will require the Family support worker to: • Contribute to the undertaking of assessments and service delivery for families who are identified as having children and young people in need of assessment, support and intervention. • Support to children, young people and families with multiple and complex needs where intensive support is required and this will include undertaking direct work with children,...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Youth Justice Team for London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing a caseload of children and young people subject to youth justice interventions, including statutory court orders. * Completing comprehensive assessments such as AssetPlus to inform risk management and intervention planning. * Delivering targeted interventions to reduce offending behaviour and support rehabilitation. * Working within a multi-agency framework alongside police, courts, education, and health services. * Safeguarding children and young people, ensuring risks are identified and managed effectively. * Preparing high-quality reports for court and representing the service at hearings. * Maintaining accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working Pay Rate: * £37.52 p/h Umb Essential...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team London Borough of Hackney £39.04 per hour Hackney is looking for an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team, where high-quality, relationship-based practice is at the heart of everything we do. This is an opportunity to work in a borough proud of its anti-racist practice, strong systemic approach, and commitment to reclaiming social work - giving you the time, support and professional autonomy to make a real difference to children and families. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker within Child Protection, you will hold a complex caseload and play a key role in safeguarding children at risk of significant harm. You will undertake high-quality assessments, lead Child Protection planning, complete court work, and deliver purposeful interventions that improve outcomes for children and families. You will work closely with families, partner agencies and internal colleagues, contributing to a...

The duties and responsibilities of Family Support Workers vary depending on the needs of the family they are helping, but their key duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing the needs of their clients Creating a plan of support for their clients based on a needs assessment Conducting regular caseload reviews with families and individual clients during home visits to ensure that there are no issues at home Ensuring adherence to standards and legislation for confidentiality, equality and diversity Managing their workload and scheduled commitments Keeping records and updating reports for their cases Attending court sessions dealing with the care and protection of children Working with Social Workers to determine a family’s needs when a child returns home after being in foster care. The role will also also suit a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking. You must have: - At least 6 months recent experience as a Family Support Worker / Family Assessment Worker - A recent DBS / or...

Qualified Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team West (St Albans & Hemel Hempstead) Location: Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Pay Rate: £37-£39 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Hertfordshire County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Family Safeguarding Team West, providing child-focused interventions and multi-agency support for children and families in St Albans and Hemel Hempstead. Key Responsibilities: Deliver child-centred safeguarding interventions using the Family Safeguarding model Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews for children at risk Prepare and deliver welfare reports for conferences and court hearings Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes Maintain accurate case records and documentation Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and training (including motivational interviewing)What We Offer: Hybrid working - 3 days per week in office...

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Children with Disabilities (CWD) Assistant Team Manager (ATM) to join a well-established team in Buckinghamshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and skilled practitioner looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive local authority. Key Responsibilities: Support the Team Manager in overseeing the CWD team Provide supervision and guidance to social workers and support staff Manage complex caseloads, including safeguarding and court work Ensure high-quality assessments, care planning, and service delivery Contribute to service development and performance improvement Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Significant experience within Children with Disabilities services Minimum 3 years permanent experience as a Social Worker in the UK Previous supervisory or management experience (ATM level desirable)...

Locum Case Manager / Court Progression Manager - Reading Borough Council | Hybrid / Remote | £40/hr Contract Type: Locum / Temporary Working Pattern: Flexible, remote-based (optional 1 day/week in-person) Location: Wokingham & Bracknell (near train stations) Pay Rate: £40 per hour (umbrella) / up to £400 day rate Role Overview Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced Locum Case Manager, also known as a Court Progression Manager, to join their Joint Legal Team. This temporary role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely progression of care proceedings and child protection cases, supporting social work teams, and driving improvements in practice. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact between social workers, team managers, and Assistant Directors of Children's Services, providing oversight, guidance, and quality assurance for cases in both pre-proceedings and court proceedings. Key Responsibilities Monitor and track cases in...

Central Bedfordshire Council, who are currently seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Family Help Service. This is a fantastic leadership role within a service that truly puts children and young people at the heart of everything they do. About the Role: As a Team Manager, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners delivering: Targeted Early Help Child in Need Child Protection servicesYou will play a key role in safeguarding decision-making, service development, and ensuring high-quality practice across the team. Key Responsibilities: Managing and supporting a multi-disciplinary team Making day-to-day safeguarding decisions Overseeing assessment, care planning, and interventions Monitoring performance and ensuring consistent practice standards Handling complaints and complex challenges with professionalism Working closely with Service Managers and senior leadershipWhat We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with Social...

Social Worker | Children in Care & Adoption | Cambridgeshire * Location: Cambridgeshire (County-wide) * Pay Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour * Department: Children in Care (CIC) * Council: Cambridgeshire County Council The Role This is a specialist position for a dedicated Social Worker to join Cambridgeshire’s Children in Care service. You will be responsible for providing stable, high-quality advocacy and support for children throughout their journey in care and into the adoption process. This role is designed for practitioners who understand the nuances of permanence and are committed to achieving long-term positive outcomes for children and young people. Requirements and Experience * Recent Specialism: You must have held a dedicated Children in Care (CIC) role within the last five years. * Adoption Knowledge: Direct experience working with adoption processes and permanence planning is essential. * Travel...

Children and Family Social Worker – Bedfordshire Pay rate: Up to £39.00 per hour SW Locums are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Children and Family Social Worker to join a dynamic and supportive team in Bedfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner looking to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate and flexible working structure. SW Locums have been supporting locum social workers since 2009, building a strong reputation for providing reliable, high-quality opportunities across the UK. About the Role You will be part of a Children and Families service responsible for delivering high-quality safeguarding and support to children, young people, and their families. The role involves managing a varied caseload and working within statutory frameworks to ensure safe and positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: * Undertaking Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries * Managing...

Make a Real Impact in Bedford – Experienced Children’s Social Worker | Up to £39.31 per Hour Location: Bedford Rate: Up to £39.31 per hour Contract: Locum Organisation: Bedford Borough Council Looking for your next rewarding locum role? Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced and adaptable Social Worker to join their Children’s Services, offering the opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Why Bedford? Bedford is a vibrant and growing borough known for its rich history, diverse communities, and excellent transport links to London and surrounding areas. The council is committed to delivering high-quality services and creating positive outcomes for children and families, making it an ideal place for social workers who want to make a genuine difference. About the Role This role requires a confident and experienced Social Worker who can work effectively across children’s and adult services where required. You will play a key role in...

Senior Social Worker - Adoption Team Thurrock Council is looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Adoption Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across the full adoption journey within a supportive and well-established service. About the Role You will be involved in all aspects of adoption, including: Recruitment and assessment of adopters Delivering preparation training and information events Family finding and matching for children Supporting adopters post-placement Working with birth parents Completing post-adoption and SGO assessments Preparing court reports (including non-agency and stepparent adoptions) Working in partnership with Adopt East Requirements Qualified Social Worker with 3+ years PQE Adoption experience is essential Strong background in statutory childcare Excellent report writing and communication skills Social Work England registration Why Apply? Competitive rate: £39 - £42.50 p/h umbrella Work across a full adoption...

Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Agency Role | Stevenage | £37/hr Umbrella Contract: Until 31/03/2027 | Hours: 1 day per week in office (hybrid) | Pay: Up to £37/hour (umbrella) About the Role Eden Brown Synergy is recruiting an experienced Family Court Adviser to join Cafcass in Stevenage. This agency role is ideal for qualified social workers with experience in children's services, Public Law, and Private Law court proceedings. As a Family Court Adviser, you will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, and provide reports to the family courts, ensuring the child's voice is central. You will work closely with social workers, legal professionals, local authorities, and other agencies. Key Responsibilities Conduct safeguarding assessments and prepare Section 7 and Section 37 reports Manage cases in Private Law and Public Law proceedings Represent Cafcass in court and provide evidence-based recommendations Collaborate with local authorities, lawyers, and social work teams...