404 social worker jobs found in Preston

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Are you looking to embark on a fulfilling career? Do you strive to make positive outcomes for vulnerable children? Yes? Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Lancashire County Council's Duty and Assessment Team. This is a full time role, with a fantastic pay rate of £36 per hour. Benefits: Hybrid working Mileage reimbursement Free parking Supervision Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal Weekly payroll Competitive pay rates Working with a top local authority Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply) Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available Responsibilities: Respond to new referrals and undertake timely assessments in line with statutory guidelines...

Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team (EDT), Tameside Council Randstad is currently recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Emergency Duty Team at Tameside Council. This is a full-time locum opportunity offering up to £39 per hour, ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced, decision-critical environments and are committed to safeguarding children outside of regular working hours. About the Role The Emergency Duty Team provides urgent out-of-hours social work support to children and families in crisis. As part of this team, you will respond to emergency safeguarding concerns, offering timely intervention to ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable children during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Key Responsibilities Respond swiftly and effectively to urgent child protection referrals and crises outside of core working hours. Conduct initial risk assessments and take immediate safeguarding action where necessary. Provide advice and...

Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding Team Location: Trafford Council Rate: Up to £37 per hour Contract: Full-time, Locum Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you thrive on protecting children, supporting families in crisis, and delivering meaningful outcomes? Randstad is currently recruiting for a dedicated and skilled Social Worker to join Trafford Council's Safeguarding Team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a passionate and well-supported team that focuses on keeping children safe and helping families get back on track. Why Join Trafford? Competitive pay up to £37/hour A strong safeguarding culture supported by experienced management A collaborative, multi-agency approach to child protection Flexible working options and hybrid arrangements Consistent support and development opportunitiesAbout the Role: As part of Trafford's Safeguarding Team, you'll play a key role in assessing risk, protecting children from harm, and ensuring they grow...

Children's Social Worker - Cared for Children and Care Experienced Young People Location: Trafford Council Rate: Up to £35 per hour Contract: Full-time, Locum Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker who's ready to make a real difference? Do you thrive on creating meaningful change for vulnerable children and young people? If so, we'd love to hear from you. Randstad is currently recruiting on behalf of Trafford Council for a passionate and skilled Children's Social Worker to join their Cared for Children and Care Experienced Young People Team. This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority that is committed to supporting both its young people and the social workers who care for them. Why Join Trafford? Competitive pay up to £35/hour A team that values trauma-informed, relationship-based practice Supportive leadership and multi-agency collaboration Flexible working arrangements for better work-life balance A chance to make a long-term...

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker? Do you have a passion for Mental Health? Yes? Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Bolton Council's CMHT. This is a full time role, offering an amazing pay rate of £30 per hour. Benefits: Hybrid working Mileage reimbursement Dedicated consultant - one point of contact Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal Weekly payroll Competitive pay rates Working with a top local authority Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply) Free healthcare and financial advice 100's of discounts through the Happi AppResponsibilities: Managed a caseload of adults with complex mental health needs, providing assessments, support, and interventions to promote recovery and well-being. Conducted comprehensive mental health and social care assessments under the Care Act 2014 to identify needs...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you enjoy creating positive outcomes for Children and their Families? Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Bolton Council's Safeguarding Team. This is a full time role offering £37 per hour. Benefits: Hybrid working Mileage reimbursement Supervision Competitive rates of pay Weekly pay One committed and dedicated point of contact An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply) A full range of free training available Access to 100's discounts through the Happi App Access to free financial and healthcare adviceResponsibilities: Conducted assessments of children and families to identify risks and safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate interventions were in place. Managed a caseload of children subject to Child Protection (CP) plans, Child in Need (CIN) plans, and Public Law Outline (PLO) processes, ensuring timely decision-making and...

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have experience working within a busy team? Yes? Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Bury Council's Family Safeguarding team. This is a full time role offering a fantastic pay rate of £37 per hour. Benefits: Hybrid working Mileage reimbursement Supervision Competitive rates of pay Weekly pay One committed and dedicated point of contact An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply) A full range of free training available Access to 100's of discounts on the Happi App Access to free healthcare and financial advice through the Happi AppResponsibilities: Undertake assessments of children and families under the Children Act 1989, including Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC) cases. Develop, implement, and review Child Protection Plans, CIN Plans, and Care Plans, ensuring they are outcome-focused and...

Experienced Children's Social Worker - Team Manager Opportunity Randstad is recruiting for a Team Manager to join the Field of Social Work Services Team at Bury Council. In this full-time role, you will lead efforts to achieve positive outcomes for vulnerable children and their families. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £46. Key Responsibilities Develop strong and meaningful relationships with children, young people, and families. Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, child-centered care plans. Collaborate with schools, healthcare professionals, and partner agencies to ensure holistic support. Safeguard and promote the wellbeing of children across diverse communities. Contribute to a team culture that values reflection, innovation, and continuous improvement.Requirements Registered with Social Work England. Hold a Social Work Degree or equivalent qualification. Possess an Enhanced DBS clearance. Experience in Children's Social Work...

Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team, Bury Council Randstad is currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team at Bury Council. This is a full-time locum opportunity offering up to £39 per hour, providing you with the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families within a supportive, multi-agency team environment. About the Role The Family Safeguarding model focuses on keeping families together through strength-based and trauma-informed practice. As a Social Worker in this team, you will work with children and their families where there are concerns around neglect, domestic abuse, substance misuse, and mental health-offering timely, targeted interventions that reduce risk and promote resilience. Key Responsibilities Undertake clear, evidence-based assessments in line with statutory requirements. Develop and implement outcome-focused support and safeguarding plans in partnership with...

Social worker - CWD- Hybrid- £40 p/hr NonStop Care is currently working with a well established local authority on the greater manchester who are looking for a Social worker to join their Children With Disabilities team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an authority which offers home working flexibility and freedom to manage your own workload, giving you a better work/life balance. Responsibilities: You will be working as a part of multidisciplinary team, developing your knowledge of the different approaches of each case which will allow you to improve your skills and enhance your career progression opportunities. Benefits: * Competitive pay rate - From £42 p/hr * Hybrid working * Training and developmental opportunities * Stable team * Flexible working Requirements: Please apply if you are a Qualified Social Worker with experience in Children Services, ideally within Children With Disabilities either 0-16 or 16-25. you will have a Social Work Degree and a...

Adult's Social Worker - Mental Health Team Location: Rochdale Council Rate: Up to £30.00 per hour Contract: Full-time, Locum Are you an experienced Adult's Social Worker? Do you have a passion for promoting mental health and supporting adults to live more independently? Randstad is recruiting on behalf of Rochdale Council for a committed and skilled Social Worker to join their Mental Health Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of adults facing mental health challenges-while being part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team. Benefits: Competitive pay rates up to £30.00/hour Mileage reimbursement Weekly payroll Access to CPD and online training via our e-learning portal Supervision and professional support One dedicated point of contact with a specialist consultant Weekly job update mailers in your area Up to £300 referral bonus (T&Cs apply)About the Role: As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Team, you will support adults with...

Adult's Social Worker Team: Mental Health Location: Rochdale Details: Experience of completing social circumstance reports for Tribunals and Managers Hearings Understanding of risk management within a mental health setting The Job: Due to career progressions, Agency Social Worker opportunities are now available within the the Mental Health Review Team in Middleton and CMHT West in Rochdale. The role is to undertake social work statutory functions within an Adult Care mental health service. We are co-located with health colleagues and work in a multi-disciplinary way. We require agency social workers to undertake Strength Based Needs assessments, review packages of care, update care plans, undertake mental capacity assessments where appropriate, undertake safeguarding work where appropriate and facilitate hospital discharges for people who have a severe and enduring mental health diagnosis and who are under secondary mental health services. Individuals may live within the...

Job Title: Social Worker - Rochdale - Adult Neighbourhood Team Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £30 Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for an Adult Social Worker to join a Adult Neighbourhood Team based in Rochdale. What will your responsibilities be? Work with adults (18+) on assessment, support planning, and safeguarding. Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Participate in the duty rota to respond to urgent needs. Provide support across neighbourhood teams in Heywood, Middleton, Pennine, Rochdale North, and Rochdale South. Collaborate with professionals to deliver person-centred care and effective interventionsBenefits: Great rate of pay £30 per hour Flexible and hybrid working to support work-life balance Supportive teamQualifications and Experience: To be successful in this role you must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a qualification in Social Work at degree level, and have...

Locum Social Worker - Family Help Locality Team | Maternity Leave Cover | Hybrid Working | Start ASAP Are you a qualified and passionate Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives? We're currently seeking an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a Family Help Locality Team in Warrington. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a forward-thinking local authority, driving real change for children and families.This role involves case holding at Child in Need and Child Protection level, with flexibility to manage your own diary. You'll be based in the office a minimum of 2 days per week, with the rest of your time structured around your caseload. Benefits: Maternity Leave Cover Contract Hybrid Working Weekly Payroll Ongoing CPD via our e-learning portal Regular updates on new roles in your area £300 Refer-a-Friend Bonus (T&Cs apply) Dedicated consultant - your one point of contactResponsibilities: Build positive, lasting relationships with...

Senior Social Worker - Adult Safeguarding Team, Manchester Council Randstad is recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Adult Safeguarding Team at Manchester City Council. This full-time locum opportunity offers a competitive hourly rate of up to £32.00, ideal for professionals who are passionate about protecting vulnerable adults and upholding the principles of dignity, choice, and safety. About the Role As part of the Adult Safeguarding Team, you will play a key role in managing complex safeguarding cases involving adults at risk of abuse or neglect. Working within the Care Act 2014 framework, you will lead safeguarding enquiries, coordinate multi-agency responses, and ensure that adults are supported to live safely and independently wherever possible. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage Section 42 safeguarding enquiries, ensuring a proportionate, person-centred approach. Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop safeguarding...

Social Worker - Hospital Discharge Team, Manchester Council Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker? Do you have a passion for supporting people to regain their independence and safely transition from hospital to home? Randstad is currently recruiting for a dedicated Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team at Manchester City Council. This is a full-time locum role offering up to £30.00 per hour, providing an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced, person-centred environment that focuses on timely and safe discharges from hospital settings. About the Role As a Social Worker in the Hospital Discharge Team, you will work closely with health professionals, families, and community services to coordinate discharge planning. Your role is to ensure that individuals leaving hospital receive the right care and support to recover safely, reduce hospital readmissions, and promote long-term wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Undertake Care Act assessments in hospital...

Job Title: Social Worker - Court & Locality - Manchester Location: Manchester Pay Rate: £35 per hour About the Role: Manchester City Council are looking for a social worker for their safeguarding and support service. What will your responsibilities be? In this role, you will prepare detailed reports and assessments for court proceedings, attend court hearings, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation such as the Children Act 1989. You will work closely with legal professionals and other agencies to safeguard children. Your responsibilities include conducting Section 47 enquiries, supporting Children in Need ( CIN ) and Child Protection plans, and engaging directly with families. You will manage a high case load, assess and manage risks to children, and collaborate with other professionals to deliver effective support and achieve the best outcomes for children and families.. Benefits: Support from senior members of staff Great Location with public transport links...

Job Title: Child Protection Social Worker Location: Liverpool Salary: £37 - £45 per hour Job Type: Full-Time, Contract Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Child Protection Social Worker to join our team in Liverpool. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing and managing child protection cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable children. You'll work closely with children, families, and multi-agency teams, conducting safeguarding investigations, providing support, and ensuring all practices meet statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Child Protection Assessments: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify safeguarding risks, develop protection plans, and implement interventions tailored to the needs of children and families. Case Management: Manage a caseload of child protection cases, ensuring timely updates and reviews of care plans. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records. Safeguarding Investigations: Lead investigations into...

Job Title: Liverpool And Assessment Service Social Worker - £42 Location: Liverpool Pay Rate: £42 Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for an Children Social Worker to join our Duty And Assessment Service Team based in Liverpool City Council. Benefits: Support from senior members of staff Great Location with public transport links Competitive rate of payQualifications and Experience: Social Work England registration Eligible to work in the UK. Hold a full UK license. Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkWhy Liquid Personnel? New 'Faster Pay' service getting you paid more quickly Twice weekly payroll Free DBS and compliance service Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each...

Child Protection Social Worker We are looking for a passionate and skilled Child Protection Social Worker to join our team in Liverpool, supporting vulnerable children and families across the city. You'll be part of a committed safeguarding team, working in partnership with local agencies to make a lasting impact on children's lives. Key Responsibilities: Undertake child protection investigations and comprehensive risk assessments Develop and review Child Protection, Child in Need, and Looked After Children plans Hold and manage a varied caseload in line with Liverpool City Council's safeguarding procedures Carry out statutory visits, direct work with children, and engage with families to promote safety and positive outcomes Contribute to case conferences, strategy meetings, and court proceedings Produce high-quality, evidence-based reports and maintain accurate case records Collaborate with education, health, housing, and police services in a multi-agency context Follow...