651 senior social worker jobs found

Our client Barnsley Hiring is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their Fostering team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a...

Our client Leicestershire County Council is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Main duties Manage complex safeguarding and child protection cases involving children and families at risk. Complete statutory assessments, Section 47 enquiries, and risk assessments. Develop, implement, and review child protection and child in need plans. Carry out regular home visits and ensure the child's voice is central to decision-making. Prepare reports for court, child protection conferences, and statutory reviews. Work closely with police, schools, health services, and other partner agencies. Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, core groups, and safeguarding conferences. Initiate legal proceedings where necessary to safeguard children. Maintain accurate case records in line with legislation and local authority procedures. Support and mentor junior social workers and provide practice guidance. Assist team managers with complex decision-making...

Our client Leicestershire County Council is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their First Response team. Job Description: Candidates must have experience in CP, Court work I need a full-time 37 hours - Ideally a level 3 Social worker, they must have experience in a front door assessment team, must have court work experience, must have child protection experience. Ideally can start in 4 week's time Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the...

Our client Trafford Council is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their First response / MASH Team. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and...

Our client Manchester City council is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their court and locality team. ** Rate negotiable depending on candidate experience ** Job description They will receive monthly supervision and have access to training courses across the council. The post is mainly office based with any home working agreed with the team manager. Being office based strengthens team relationships, access to peer and managerial support and enables practice development within the team. Hours of work are 8.45 - 4.30 Monday to Friday Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to...

Our client Rotherham metropolitan borough council is looking for a Children's Senior Social Worker to join their First response team. Job specific qualifications Social Work qualification e.g. CQSW, Dips SW, CSS, Degree Social Work (or equivalent) Professional Registration if applicable Undertake additional formal training such as a Practice Educator. Subject to the needs of the service and eligibility requirements being met to undertake the training. Level 7 qualification e.g., Post Graduate Certificates and Diplomas, or Level 6 qualification e.g., Bachelor's degrees, Graduate Certificates and Diplomas; plus, post qualifying experience Social Work England (SWE) registered or evidence of the equivalent level of knowledge gained through work experience Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double...

Our client Barnsley Hiring, is looking for a Senior Social Worker (Children's) to join their Assessment and Duty Team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently,...

Senior Social Worker – Children’s Services (Youth Justice) Location: Bradford Organisation: Bradford Metropolitan District Council / Bradford Children and Families Trust Job Type: Full-Time Locum Pay Rate: Up to £35.00 per hour Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available About the Role SW Locums are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Early Help & Prevention – Youth Justice Service (YJS) within Bradford Children and Families Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner with strong Youth Justice experience to work within a forward-thinking and supportive service committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality interventions, managing complex cases, and supporting vulnerable young people involved with the Youth Justice Service. Youth Justice experience is essential for this position. Key...

Children in Care - Social Work Opportunities 🌟 Cannock Children in Care Team Location: Cannock Parking: On-site parking available Working pattern: Hybrid - community, office-based and some home working Flexibility: Happy to discuss part-time, compressed hours or a 4-day week 🧒 About the Role We are recruiting experienced & Qualified Social Workers to join the Cannock Children in Care Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people in the care of the Local Authority, ensuring their safety, stability and long-term outcomes. You will hold case responsibility for a number of children and work closely with families, carers and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, child-centred practice. ✅ Key Responsibilities Supporting children in the care of the Local Authority Managing a caseload of Children in Care Working directly with children, families and carers to progress care plans Completing and updating assessments and care planning Working...

Senior Social Worker - Oxfordshire Caritas Recruitment is working with Oxfordshire County Council to appoint an Interim Senior Social Worker / Senior Practitioner within Family Solutions West - Team 2. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive Children's Services team, working with children and families to deliver high‑quality statutory social work and provide leadership within the team. Key details: Location: Witney Children & Family Centre Rate: £33.71 PAYE / up to £42 Umbrella (max) IR35: In scopeRequirements: SWE registration Strong experience in Children's Social Care Confident, senior‑level practitioner with excellent assessment and decision‑making skills Right to Work in the UKFor more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ (url removed) / (phone number removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to...

Senior Social Worker – Children in Care Team – Kent County Council £42 per hour | Kings Hill Office | Hybrid Working | 2–3 Days in the Office Outstanding pay rate of £42 per hour Work within a dedicated Children in Care Team Hybrid working with only 2–3 office days per week Based at the Kings Hill office Support children and young people in long-term care arrangements An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team at Kent County Council. This role offers the chance to work with children and young people in care, ensuring they receive consistent support, stability, and positive long-term outcomes. You will work closely with children, foster carers, families, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality care planning and safeguarding interventions. This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about relationship-based practice and improving outcomes for looked after children. About...

Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children and Young People's Services - CCWDS team. Position: Senior Social Worker - CYPS CCWDS Hours: 37 per week Location: North Suffolk Office bases (including Lowestoft and Saxmundham) Flexible Working: Supported, with a minimum of 2 days office-based Pay: £39 per hour via Umbrella Role Overview: This role involves working with children and families across a range of statutory duties, including: Conducting assessments of need under Section 17 Children Act and developing/reviewing Child in Need (CIN) plans Working closely with health and education colleagues, including under the CHC framework and Statutory SEND Undertaking Section 47 enquiries and progressing to Child Protection as needed Potential involvement in Public Law Outline (PLO), Private Law Section 7, and Section 37 cases Supporting children who are Children in Care (CIC), including those living in residential settings Assisting...

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join their Assessment Team based in Reigate. 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 number...

Social Work Assistant – Area Services ? Birmingham ? Apply via: (url removed) Are you passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people? An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Social Work Assistant to join a dedicated Area Services team supporting children and families across Birmingham. This is an incredibly rewarding role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values partnership working, and is committed to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children and young people. Working within a highly supportive team environment, you will play a vital role in supporting Social Workers and Team Managers in delivering high-quality interventions and practical support to families across the city. The Role As a Senior Social Work Assistant, you will: Manage an allocated worker caseload under the guidance of Social Workers and Team Managers Support the safeguarding and welfare of vulnerable children...

SEN Teaching Assistant – KS2 Haringey, North London £90 – £100 per day Full-Time | Temporary | Immediate Start Available A vibrant and welcoming primary school in Haringey is seeking a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Upper Key Stage 2. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a warm and supportive school community that prides itself on creating an engaging and immersive learning environment for children aged 7–11. The role will involve supporting Year 5 and Year 6 classes, with a particular focus on building positive relationships and providing tailored support for pupils with additional needs. The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will: • Provide whole-class support across Year 5 and Year 6 • Support pupils with ASD, social and emotional needs, and behavioural challenges • Help pupils access learning through scaffolding, learning breaks and targeted interventions • Build strong and trusting relationships with key pupils •...

Our client Hertfordshire county council is looking for a Qualified social worker - Local Authority Designated Officer to join their team. Job responsibilites * To manage and oversee the allegations management process in line with current local and national safeguarding procedures and guidance issued by the Department for Education and Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, including the identification of those at risk or in need of protection, determining with the employer the most suitable method of intervention. * To manage and oversee individual cases from all partner agencies of the Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children's Partnership employing or supplying staff to the children's workforce. * To chair LADO meetings that look at an allegation against an individual working in the children's workforce and agreeing decisions and actions, ensuring the accuracy of notes, their timely distribution and accurate recording on the agreed systems. * To disseminate the outcomes...

Deputy Nursery Manager / Room Leader Hammersmith & Fulham, London Full Time | Term Time Only | Permanent £16–£20 per hour Start Date: June 2026 A welcoming and modern private nursery in Hammersmith & Fulham is looking to appoint a passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager / Senior Early Years Practitioner to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious childcare professional ready to take the next step into a leadership position within a nurturing, child-centred environment that values creativity, teamwork, and high-quality Early Years education. About the Role Working closely alongside the Nursery Manager, you will help oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery while remaining actively involved within the rooms. Youll support staff development, maintain excellent standards of care and learning, and help create a warm, stimulating environment where children can thrive. This role would suit someone with strong EYFS...

SEN Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support Dacorum, Hertfordshire Full-Time | Temporary Position September 2026 Start £101.10 per day (Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.) Teach Now is recruiting for a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) and behavioural needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about inclusion, relationship-based support, and helping students who have experienced barriers to mainstream education rebuild confidence and achieve success. The setting supports learners across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 who may have been excluded from mainstream schools. The successful candidate will play a vital role in creating a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment where pupils feel valued, respected, and understood. The Role This is not a...

Nursery Practitioner – Level 3 Location: Redbridge, London Salary: £23 000-£25 000 per annum Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary Start Date: 28th May 2026 Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. A welcoming and supportive nursery setting in Redbridge is seeking two enthusiastic and committed Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join their dedicated early years team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for passionate childcare professionals who are eager to make a positive impact in a nurturing and engaging environment where children are encouraged to thrive, learn, and develop. The Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting childrens early learning and development while helping to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive...

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,...