715 senior social worker jobs found

Nurture Fostering is seeking an experienced Senior Supervising Social Worker to join our well-established, family-owned Independent Fostering Agency in Lewisham. Rated Good by Ofsted, we pride ourselves on being a small, supportive service where social workers are truly valued. This is a full-time maternity cover opportunity, ideal for a confident and motivated social worker looking to take the next step in their career within a friendly and collaborative team. What We Offer Ongoing training and professional development Supportive and approachable management team A welcoming, close-knit working environment The opportunity to work for a Good Ofsted-rated IFA Role Responsibilities Supervise and support three social workers Hold a small caseload of 3–5 foster carers Take a lead role in investigations and referrals (with training and support provided) Support and mentor Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) Contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality fostering practice...

We are looking to recruit a Senior Practitioner – Referral and Assessment within the Social Care industry in Bromley. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. The Senior Practitioner – Referral and Assessment vacancy in Bromley will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Responsibilities include: Undertaking initial investigations Undertaking core investigations Operating under the remit of the Children's Act, 1989 Managing a high caseload Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files Contributing to the duty rota Supporting junior members of the team  Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working as a Senior Practitioner – Referral and Assessment within the UK Social Care industry.  Minimum Requirements: HCPC Registration 4 years post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced...

Senior Social Worker  Are you a dedicated social worker with a passion for court work and long-term permanency planning? Birmingham Children's Trust is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for experienced Senior Social Workers (SSW) to join our team as we celebrate our GOOD Ofsted status. This is an excellent chance to make a real difference in children's lives while working within a supportive and stable environment. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker (SSW), you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality support to vulnerable children and their families. You will be responsible for managing complex cases, providing expert advice, and contributing to long-term planning for children's care and permanency. Working within our dedicated team, you will have the chance to develop your skills further and progress your career in a highly regarded Local Authority. Candidate Responsibilities and Requirements Manage a diverse caseload involving court proceedings...

Senior Social Worker - East Hants Family Help Hub (Alton) Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. East Hampshire's Family Help Hub in Alton is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker for a 3‑month assignment, offering £42 per hour. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic early‑help‑focused service, working directly with children and families to provide effective, strengths‑based interventions. About the Role You will contribute to improved outcomes for children and families by: Delivering high‑quality social work interventions within a Family Help / early‑intervention model. Supporting children in need of help, protection or targeted support. Working collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to ensure safe, timely decision‑making. Providing professional...

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - Fareham & Gosport Hub Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Fareham & Gosport are seeking experienced Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join their Family Help Service on a temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and families at an early‑help and targeted‑support level within a collaborative, multi‑agency environment. The role offers hybrid working, typically 1-2 days a week in the office, with flexibility open to discussion. About the Role You will work directly with children and families to deliver high‑quality early intervention, strengths‑based practice and timely safeguarding where required. Working within the Family Help model, you will contribute to safe planning, improved family...

Day Webster are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 7 Social Worker in Adults Older People’s CMHT for our NHS client in the Buckinghamshire area. Our client is looking for the ideal candidate to start as soon as possible for a long term contract. The shift pattern would be Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week, although the service would consider other suitable work patterns for the right candidate.  In the role, you will liaise with acute inpatient units, the Crisis Team, Primary Care services, the Voluntary and Private Sector and contribute to providing a recovery focused model of care. You will play an active role in the discharge of our service users from hospital and will commission health and social care services as required. Partnership working is a key component of this post and you will need to be innovative in ensuring that there is a range of appropriate services locally to support individual recovery journeys. If you would like to find out more about this...

Make a Real Difference - Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Children & Families) Staffordshire County Council | Up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) Monday-Friday | 09:00-17:00 | Hybrid Working Available Staffordshire County Council is recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Grade 10) to join a supportive and forward-thinking Children & Families Service on a locum basis. This is a high-impact role for a confident practitioner passionate about strengths-based, restorative practice, early intervention, and helping families thrive within their communities. The Role Managing complex cases and delivering high-quality social work interventions Using restorative and strengths-based approaches to support children and families Supporting families to develop their own plans through Family Meetings and Family Group Conferences Completing high-quality assessments and reports for court, Child Protection Conferences and statutory reviews...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Senior Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Bromley Council. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.    Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core Assessments Managing a varied caseload (CIN, CP, PLO and Court cases) Court Reports Section 47's To be successful: For this role you will need to be a Senior Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children’s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team. Benefits of Working for Ealing Council: Our client cares about their staff, recognise the...

Senior Qualified Social Worker – Adult’s Mental Health Team We are looking to recruit a Senior Qualified Social Worker – Adult’s Mental Health team within the UK Social Care industry in Greenwich Council. The Senior Qualified Social Worker – Adult’s Mental Health vacancy in Greenwich will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance. Responsibilities include: Working with Vulnerable Adults with Mental Health Care management Report writing and assessment Carrying a caseload of service users Liaising with other professional bodies whilst working within the Mental Health Act Safeguarding Adults Self-directed support/personal budgets Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working within a Senior Qualified Social Worker – Adult’s Mental Health position within the UK Social Care industry. The team: Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels. Minimum Requirements: HCPC...

JOB-(phone number removed)-db(phone number removed) Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an opportunity to truly transform lives? Look no further! At Sanctuary Personnel, we understand the immense impact you can make, and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews, we believe in the power of personal connections. We are seeking Social Workers with UK experience to join our team and embark on a fulfilling journey with us. Let's connect and explore the incredible possibilities that lie ahead for you. Location: Bristol Team/Specialism: Senior Practitioner - Safeguarding Team Pay Rate: £35 per hour (assignment rate) Contract: Locum, 3-Months Hours: Full-time  Why work with us? Effortless Registration: Say goodbye to paperwork! Our fully online and paperless registration service streamlines the process, making it convenient and hassle-free for you....

Working Pattern: Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week, plus 1 week per month office-based (duty) The Role We are recruiting an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join our client’s Children in Care (0–12s) Team in Coventry. The role involves undertaking all statutory duties for Children in Care, with a strong focus on court work and safeguarding. Key Responsibilities * Managing all aspects of court work, from Interim Care Order through to conclusion * Undertaking all aspects of PLO * Statutory duties for Children in Care, Child Protection and Children in Need * Supporting children subject to Care Orders and Supervision Orders * Working collaboratively with the team, ensuring children remain at the centre of decision-making About the Team The Children in Care Service (0–12s) supports children through the court process and their long-term journey, including adoption, fostering, connected persons placements and reunification. Essential...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner to join the Intervention & Planning Team for Barnet Council. Duties and Responsibilities: * Manage complex caseloads involving Child Protection, Child in Need, and care proceedings. * Complete comprehensive assessments and develop robust care and intervention plans. * Undertake court-related work, including report writing and attendance at hearings. * Deliver purposeful direct work with children and families to reduce risk and promote long-term stability. * Support and mentor social workers, contributing to professional development and quality practice. * Work within a multi-agency framework to safeguard children effectively. * Maintain high-quality case recordings and comply with statutory timescales. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working Pay Rate: * £39.04 p/h Umbrella Essential Requirements: * Social Work qualification (Degree or...

Preparing for Adulthood Social Worker - Richmond & Wandsworth Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are seeking experienced, qualified post‑ASYE Social Workers to join the Preparing for Adulthood Social Care Team. This is a supportive, multidisciplinary service made up of Service Managers, Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors working across both boroughs. The team provides a holistic, personalised and strength‑based approach to adults aged 18+. About the Role You will support residents through: Assessing individual and carer needs, risks and strengths to promote independence and prevent harm. Working collaboratively with service users and carers using a person‑centred approach to maximise...

Learning Disability Social Worker - Richmond & Wandsworth Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are seeking experienced post‑ASYE Social Workers to join their Learning Disability Adult Social Care Team, based at 1-3 Richmond Road, Twickenham (TW1 3AB). The team includes Service Managers, Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors working across both boroughs. The service delivers holistic, personalised, strengths‑based support to residents aged 18+. Key Responsibilities Carry out assessments of individuals and carers under the Care Act to promote independence, prevent harm and support wellbeing. Work in partnership with service users and carers using a person‑centred and strengths‑based approach....

Lead Practice & Shape Outcomes - Advanced Social Worker (Children's Services) North & Mid Team | 37 hours per week Up to £42 per hour (Dependent on Experience) Two Positions Available We are seeking experienced and highly skilled Advanced Social Workers to join the North & Mid Children's Services Team. This is an excellent opportunity for practitioners who are ready to take on a senior practice role, influence service delivery, and support high-quality outcomes for children and adolescents. This role is ideal for a confident professional who enjoys combining complex casework with leadership, mentoring, and practice development. About the Role As an Advanced Social Worker, you will work closely with the Team Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the service while maintaining a strong focus on high standards of practice. You will hold a reduced but complex caseload, allowing you to complete in-depth assessments, support robust decision-making, and...

Social Work Manager – Children’s Social Care Darlington Council  Are you an experienced social work professional ready to step into a leadership role within Children’s Social Care? Our client is seeking a dedicated Social Work Manager to lead and manage a team of social workers supporting vulnerable children. This is a fantastic contract opportunity for a driven and compassionate social work leader to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. About the Role: Social Work Manager – Children’s Social Care As a Social Work Manager, you will oversee the Children in Our Care team, supervising approximately 6 social workers who support children subject to Care Orders. Your role will involve providing leadership, guidance, and management to ensure the delivery of high-quality social work services. You will be instrumental in maintaining best practice, ensuring statutory compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for your team. Candidate Responsibilities...

Job Title: Agency Support Worker – 1:1 Role at Children’s Home Location: Leicester Job Type: Temporary / Agency About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Agency Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child in a residential children’s home in Leicester. This role involves working closely with the child to meet their individual needs, support their development, and promote positive outcomes. Key Responsibilities: * Provide consistent 1:1 care and support to the child in line with their individual care plan. * Build positive relationships based on trust, empathy, and respect. * Support educational, social, and emotional development. * Encourage positive behavior and model appropriate social interactions. * Maintain accurate records and report any concerns to senior staff. * Work collaboratively with the wider team, including external professionals when required. Person Specification /...

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join Family Safeguarding Teams across Surrey. The benefits of this Social Worker role: Hybrid working Great teams to work in Laptop and training provided Low case loadsRequirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* "Warm Welcome" bonus - get £250 when you secure a role through our agency*If interested in this role or any other, please contact Jack Best on (phone...

Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Walsall Council who are looking for Advanced Practitioner - Adult Mental Health Team Advanced Practitioner - Adult Mental Health Team Walsall Council Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join its Adult Mental Health Team on a full-time contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner looking to take on leadership responsibility within a well-established local authority service. Contract Details Rate: £32.67 per hour (Umbrella) - Fixed Hours: Full-time Contract Length: Initial 3 months, with potential extension up to 6 months Location: Civic Centre, Walsall On-site requirement: Tuesday & Thursday Driving licence: Essential Key Responsibilities Providing line management and professional supervision to staff, including performance management and oversight of annual leave and sickness Supporting and overseeing Section 117 aftercare...

Locum Social Worker – Court & Exploitation Experience (Dudley Adolescent Safeguarding Service) EUROPEANBIZ HEALTHCARE is recruiting on behalf of Dudley’s Adolescent Safeguarding Service, a specialist team working with teenagers facing complex risks including exploitation, trauma, and disrupted relationships. The service is led by Longina and Michelle and offers a collaborative, values-driven environment for experienced social workers who want to make a real impact. What the Client Offers Dudley’s Adolescent Safeguarding Service is built around strong partnership working and supportive leadership. Locums joining the team can expect: * Multi-agency collaboration, working alongside youth workers and police colleagues * Relationship-based and restorative approaches, using trauma-informed and strengths-based practice * A service ethos rooted in Ubuntu (“I am because we are”), focusing on connection, empathy and shared humanity in safeguarding work * Supportive,...