2670 social worker jobs found

Adults Physical Disabilities Social Worker Role Purpose To support adults with physical disabilities to live safely, independently, and with dignity by assessing their needs, coordinating support, advocating on their behalf, and ensuring they receive appropriate services in line with legislation and local policy. Key Responsibilities Assessment & Planning Undertake strength‑based assessments under the Care Act 2014. Identify eligible needs and develop personalised care and support plans. Carry out risk assessments, mental capacity assessments, and best-interest decisions where required. Review care plans regularly to ensure they remain appropriate and effective.Case Management Manage a caseload of adults with physical disabilities, including long‑term conditions, acquired injuries, and progressive illnesses. Coordinate multi‑agency involvement (OTs, NHS teams, housing, community providers). Record and maintain accurate case notes on appropriate systems.Safeguarding...

Qualified Children’s Safeguarding Social Worker (Locum) 📍 Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council 💷 £39 per hour 🧑‍⚖️ Safeguarding & Support Team 📌 5 Positions Available Ready to make a real impact where it matters most? Tameside MBC is looking for resilient, experienced, and autonomous Social Workers to join their Safeguarding & Support team. You’ll manage a varied and meaningful caseload including Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings and Court work — supported by a stable, permanent leadership team committed to continuous improvement. Following a positive recent Ofsted monitoring visit (January), Tameside is on an ambitious improvement journey — and you’ll be part of shaping that progress. 🔎 The Role This is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for home working (agreed with your Team Manager). Full-time hours worked across 5 days preferred. You will: Complete assessments for Children in Need, Child Protection and cared-for children Coordinate...

MASH Team | Oldham Council | £39 per hour Oldham are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their MASH service on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for someone who is confident working in a fast-paced front-door setting, gathering and analysing information quickly, and making safe, timely decisions for children and families. This role would suit a practitioner who is organised, calm under pressure, and experienced in multi-agency safeguarding work. Role Overview As a Social Worker in Oldham’s MASH team, you will be responsible for screening referrals, reviewing multi-agency information, and supporting threshold decision-making at the front door of children’s services. You will play a key role in identifying risk, assessing immediate safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children are directed into the right service at the right time. This is a frontline safeguarding role within a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. You will work closely with partner agencies...

CAFCASS urgently requires a Social Work England registered Social Worker/ Family Court Adviser in Medway, Kent. This position is in their Public Law team. Your role here would be to provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts by assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare issues affecting a child or young person. Also to influence those with parental responsibility to be more child-focused when needed and to advise the courts about how a child's life can be improved, supporting judicial case management in the process. To achieve this you will need to keep the child at the centre of your work through high quality direct work with children and their families. You will also need to be a skilled negotiator, working persuasively with family members and professionals on behalf of children. You will need to keep the child's timescale in the context of the child's journey through childhood...

Hammersmith and Fulham | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working Hammersmith and Fulham Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Referral and Assessment Team. This is a frontline statutory role responding to new referrals, undertaking timely assessments, and ensuring children and families receive appropriate and proportionate interventions in line with statutory duties. You will work within departmental priorities and professional standards, contributing to high-quality safeguarding practice and effective multi-agency collaboration. In this role, you will: Provide a service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities Undertake referral screening and complete timely Child and Family Assessments Respond to members of the public and partner agencies via telephone, correspondence, and direct contact Liaise with police, health, education, and other relevant agencies Develop and implement individual case plans in line with...

Social Worker – Safeguarding Service | Kent County Council (Ashford Office)  Locum opportunity £38 per hour Based at Ashford office Well-established Safeguarding Team Supportive management and structured supervision Kent County Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Service based in the Ashford office. This is a fantastic locum opportunity to work within a well-organised authority that prioritises high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families. About Kent County Council Kent County Council is one of the largest and most respected local authorities in the UK, known for its structured safeguarding processes, strong management oversight, and commitment to improving outcomes for children. The Ashford team offers a collaborative and supportive environment with clear practice standards and accessible leadership. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and...

Social Worker required for work within BANES Learning Disability & Autism Team. 37 hours a week with rates up to £32p/h for experienced candidates. Contract will be minimum 3 months. Flexible, hybrid working. The Learning Disability, Autism and Hearing & Vision Service are seeking a skilled and experience social worker for a fixed term contract. The scope of the role would be to carry out annual reviews in a cluster-style, e.g. visiting one residential/supported living setting and reviewing all individuals. There will be no requirement to case manage or partake in a duty rota. The role involves a mix of casework and reviews, including safeguarding processes, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to achieve positive outcomes. This is a hybrid role however, some in-person visits are required, so you'll need access to a car. The team is based in Keynsham and covers the wider Bath & North East Somerset area. Requirements: Social...

Social Worker required for work within Support & Safeguarding Team in Wiltshire area based in the beautiful, historic city of Salisbury. Competitive rates of pay up to £40.00ph. 37 hours per week. 3 month minimum contract with options to extend. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. We prioritise flexibility, offering various work locations and hotdesking opportunities to facilitate collaboration with safeguarding teams and services. At our core, we believe in a one journey, one worker approach, providing consistent support through dedicated relationships. Our diverse team includes ASYEs, Experienced Social Workers, Family Keyworkers, and an Assistant Team Manager. Collaboration is central to our work, as youll partner with professionals and multi-agency teams. You will take on a leadership role, serving as a role model, sharing expertise with the team, and managing more complex cases individually. We care about your well-being, offering flexible work arrangements...

Connect2Surrey|Surrey County Council Social Worker - up to £35.63 UMB Adults Services Reigate - Hybrid Job Description: The LD&A Social Worker will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality social work support to individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This role involves assessing the needs of service users, ensuring their care and support are well-coordinated, and advocating for their rights and choices, all while adhering to relevant legislation and best practice guidelines. Key Responsibilities: In-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, and other relevant legislation. Understanding of person-centred approaches and how to implement them in practice. Knowledge of safeguarding principles and procedures.Essential Criteria: Qualification: Recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., BA or MA in Social Work). SWE Registration Experience: Experience working with adults with mental health issues, ideally in a community or clinical setting....

Our client, Bristol Council, is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Child Protection team Bristol's area services teams have recently had an overwhelmingly positive focused visit from Ofsted which highlights 'Workforce morale is high. Practitioners 'love' working for Bristol and feel highly supported by their managers. All practitioners, regardless of their length of time working for Bristol, feel valued and enabled to make a positive difference in improving the lives of vulnerable children Average caseloads are currently around 15 children per worker. Other things that are useful for people to know - Our social workers work in small teams with excellent management availability. Each team has their own office space and each worker has their own desk so no hot desking! This role is for an experienced child protection social worker in North Bristol. References must be uploaded with submission. Must be a driver and have access to a car. max 1 day WFH per week....

Our client, Bristol City Council, is looking for a Adults Social Worker to join their team We have a hybrid working option. However, in the first few weeks, I would like the practitioners to come into the office. They are expected to work from the office on duty days (rota basis) and attend practice meetings once a month. Expectation is for practitioners to come into the office at least twice a week. Free car park available within the office premises. Role- Undertake Care Act Assessments, Reviews, S.42 Enquiries, Mental Capacity Assessments, Best Interest Decision, participate on duty rota and Court of Protection work where applicable. Profile- We are looking for social workers with considerable work experience in adult social care who are able to hit the ground running. Experience using LAS is preferrable. 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...

Connect2Surrey|Surrey County Council Social Worker - Adults Services Woking We are recruiting Social Workers to join Connect to Community (C2C) - a new and innovative frontdoor service designed to transform how adults, carers and families access support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service in its early stages and play an active role in embedding strengthsbased practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. Job Role As a Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will deliver professional social work practice within a fast paced, frontdoor environment, supporting adults at times of change, risk or crisis. You will: Undertake strengths-based assessments in line with the Care Act Work with adults, carers and families to identify outcomes and develop proportionate support plans Promote independence, wellbeing and prevention through timely advice and intervention Contribute to duty and intake activity,...

Qualified Adults Social Worker – Intermediate Care Team 📍 Bolton Council 💷 £30 per hour 🕒 Full Time | 5 Days Office-BasedAre you a passionate and motivated Social Worker committed to supporting adults to live independently and achieve the best possible quality of life? Bolton Council’s Intermediate Care Team is seeking a Qualified Adults Social Worker to join their dedicated service. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment focused on strength-based practice and promoting independence. The Role Undertake assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014 Complete support planning and connect individuals to universal and voluntary services Support complex assessments, including Mental Capacity and Best Interest assessments Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Build and maintain strong relationships with service users and carersRequirements Diploma/Degree in Social Work Minimum 3 years’ reference history (gaps in employment...

Social Worker required to join a busy Children's Team (Locality model) based in North Bristol. Long term contacts are offered with excellent rates of pay up to 42ph for the right candidate, in well supported teams.3 months initial contract, 37 hours a week. Hybrid working. As a social worker in the North of Bristol, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support and intervention for families in CiN, CP and Court processes. Your responsibilities will include: Undertaking statutory duties for children and families in need or in need of protection. Collaborating with families to meet assessed needs and support safety planning. Facilitating changes and implementing permanence plans when necessary. Working towards positive outcomes for children and families. Average caseloads are currently around 15 children per worker. Other things that are useful for people to know - Our social workers work in small teams with excellent management availability....

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...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join our Children in Care (CIC) Team in Bradford Children and Families Trust. Job Title: Senior Social Worker - CIC Team Pay Rate: £35 per hour Location: Sir Henry Mitchell House, BD5 0QL Role Overview: As a Senior Social Worker within the CIC team, you will be working directly with children in care, ensuring their needs are met, and providing high-quality assessments and interventions. You will be part of a dynamic and supportive team working towards improving outcomes for children and families. Key Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of complex children in care. Conducting thorough assessments and care planning. Working collaboratively with families, schools, and external agencies. Promoting the welfare and safety of children in care, ensuring their needs are met in accordance with statutory guidelines. Providing high-level expertise and support to junior social workers.Key...

Role: 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...

Social worker - Childrens Location - Telford & Wrekin Council, Children’s Safeguarding & Family Support Team Hours - 37 hours per week Contract - 6-month contract, Hybrid mix of home and office Salary - £28.55 per hour (Umbrella) Service Care Solutions is working on behalf of Telford & Wrekin council and an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Children’s Safeguarding & Family Support Team.This is a 6-month agency contract offering competitive pay and the chance to make a meaningful impact supporting children and families across Telford. The Role As part of the Safeguarding & Family Support Team, you will: Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and care proceedings Undertake assessments, planning and direct work with children and families Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries Prepare reports for court and attend hearings where required Work in partnership with...

Experienced Social Worker required for work within the Assessment and Child Protection Team in Swindon. 37 hours a week Competitive rates of pay £42ph, minimum 3 month contracts. Good transport links to the M4. Strong Supportive manager and team. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10 May 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon. Social Workers will be working in this front line services and need previous experience of working within the Assessment setting within Social Care. The service is provided by Experienced Social Workers, who carry out statutory assessments involving home visits, consulting with other professionals / practitioners and agencies, gathering information for the assessment and analysing the potential risk to any child or young person. You will...

Experienced Social Worker required for work within the Family Safeguarding Team in Swindon. Competitive rates of pay £42ph, minimum 3 month contracts - 37 hours per week. Good transport links to the M4. Strong Supportive manager and team. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements. Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10 May 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon. Swindon Borough Council currently require Experienced Social Workers within the Family Safeguarding Service. The team work within pods to optimise the management, oversight and support to all Social Workers. There are 5 Social Workers and 1 Manager per POD. Social Workers must have with experience and skill to: * Undertake comprehensive assessments including parenting assessments in a timely way to inform development of outcome focused care...