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Our client, Leicestershire County Council, is seeking an agency social worker for its Cognitive & Physical Disabilities team.

This is mainly working with Older Adults and covering the Charnwood/Loughborough area.

Pay rate £34 umbrella.

You will usually attend the office for your duty day, otherwise you can work from home when not attending visits and meetings in the local area.

The role will involve the following:

• The team provides support for older people with eligible needs related to frailty and cognitive disabilities, arising from long term conditions such as Dementia, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease and Brain Injury, as well as adults over the age of 18 with physical disabilities.
• Undertaking Care Act assessments and support planning
• Undertaking Safeguarding enquiries
• Dealing with complex situations with people and families
• Undertaking Mental capacity assessments
• Best interests decisions
• Continuing healthcare
• Taking part in duty rota
• Court of Protection work may be involved

Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed?

Requirements of the role:

• Qualified Social Worker
• Fully Social Work England registered
• Must have significant post-qualified experience in adult social care
• Must have an extensive background working with older adults and cognitive/physical disability cases

Please apply online or contact LindseyMorgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed.Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Our client, Leicestershire County Council, is seeking an agency social worker for its Cognitive & Physical Disabilities team.

This is mainly working with Older Adults and covering the Charnwood/Loughborough area.

Pay rate £34 umbrella.

You will usually attend the office for your duty day, otherwise you can work from home when not attending visits and meetings in the local area.

The role will involve the following:

• The team provides support for older people with eligible needs related to frailty and cognitive disabilities, arising from long term conditions such as Dementia, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease and Brain Injury, as well as adults over the age of 18 with physical disabilities.
• Undertaking Care Act assessments and support planning
• Undertaking Safeguarding enquiries
• Dealing with complex situations with people and families
• Undertaking Mental capacity assessments
• Best interests decisions
• Continuing healthcare
• Taking part in duty rota
• Court of Protection work may be involved

Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed?

Requirements of the role:

• Qualified Social Worker
• Fully Social Work England registered
• Must have significant post-qualified experience in adult social care
• Must have an extensive background working with older adults and cognitive/physical disability cases

Please apply online or contact LindseyMorgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed.Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Case Worker Mental Health

Location: London,Hybrid working arrangements available where service delivery allows. This post will require regional travel across the area, and the occasional evening and weekend working.

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37hours per week)

This role requires access to a car, and a full current driving licence.

Company Description

Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose.

We achieve this in two ways. Firstly, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda.

County Lines Support and Rescue Service

County Lines Support Service: A specialist support service for under 25 s, and their families, who are criminally exploited through county lines in London, the West Midlands, Merseyside, and Greater Manchester.

Job Description

The role of Case Worker - Mental Health is an excellent opportunity to provide one-to-one tailored support to young people, working collaboratively as part of a multi-agency team, to ensure the safety of young people, and maximise their outcomes.

About You

• Great verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain relationships with key partner agencies, working effectively as part of a team.
• Honest and reliable, with a creative and flexible approach to all aspects of work.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage conflicting demands through a problem solving and a can do attitude.
• Experience of working with, and delivering training to, young people and professionals, in both group and one to one settings.
• Strong attention to detail, and knowledge of risk assessments, engagement strategies, intervention strategies, particularly in relation to young people with complex needs.
• Experience of using recording and data collation systems.

Main Duties and Accountabilities

• Providing appropriate end to end support, and interventions, to a pre-defined caseload of young people, and their families, who are involved in County Lines activity young people are referred by means of effective assessment, care planning, and risk management.
• Proactively and continually assessing and managing caseload risks, escalating where necessary through internal and external safeguarding procedures, and adapting case management frequency and methodology to reflect individual needs and circumstances.
• Ensuring that the diverse needs and aspirations of all groups of service users are considered in service planning and delivery, to enable all service users to fulfil their potential.
• Liaising effectively with local partner organisations, and other relevant agencies, to ensure effective referrals, care, risk management, and ease of transition and referral, for young people.

Qualifications

• Good ICT skills, with experience of using data recording and data collation systems.
• Experience of working with young people and their families, identified as vulnerable or having complex needs, preferably in a community setting.
• Experience of inter-agency working, preferably with Children's and Family Services/Youth Justice Services/Youth Services.
• Knowledge of issues around risk and vulnerability amongst young people.
• Desirable: Relevant qualification in a relevant discipline e.g., Youth and Community, Psychology, health/social care studies.

We aim to review applications as quickly as possible. However, due to the volume ofinterest we receive, we may not be able to contact all applicants individually. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful this time.

At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live.

Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Catch22, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

About the Role

Coventry City Council is seeking an experienced Team Advanced Practitioner to join its West Social Worker Case Holding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled Children's Social Worker to work within a busy frontline service supporting vulnerable children, young people and families.

Rate: 33.30 per hour (Umbrella)

As a Team Advanced Practitioner, you will work within a case holding team managing and supporting a range of statutory children's social care cases. The role involves working directly with children and families where significant support, intervention and safeguarding planning is required.

The team works with:

• Children in Need
• Children subject to Child Protection Plans
• Looked After Children
• Children accommodated under Section 20
• Families in the pre-proceedings process
• Cases where care proceedings are being initiated

You will play a key role in ensuring children receive timely and effective support, protection and permanence planning while promoting positive outcomes and family stability wherever possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Holding and managing complex children's social care cases
• Completing assessments, plans and statutory visits
• Working with Children in Need and Child Protection cases
• Supporting and safeguarding Looked After Children
• Managing Section 20 accommodated children
• Leading work with families in pre-proceedings
• Initiating and supporting care proceedings when required
• Producing high-quality assessments, reports and court documentation
• Working collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for children and families
• Providing practice leadership and support within the team

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services
• Strong experience of child protection, court work and care planning
• Experience working with Looked After Children and Section 20 cases
• Excellent assessment, analytical and decision-making skills
• The ability to manage complex caseloads and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred practice

Working Arrangements

This role operates on a duty rota basis, with office attendance expectations as follows:

• Non-duty weeks (4 weeks out of 5): Minimum of 3 days per week office-based
• Duty week (1 week out of 5): Office-based every day

This hybrid arrangement supports effective service delivery, team collaboration and management oversight.

Why Join Coventry City Council?

Coventry City Council is committed to delivering outstanding services for children and families and offers a supportive environment where social workers can thrive and develop their careers.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and experienced team making a real difference to the lives of children and young people across Coventry.

If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to take the next step into an Advanced Practitioner role, we would love to hear from you.

Our client Manchester city council is looking for a Adults Senior Social Worker to join their Early Support team.

Key Role Accountabilities:

• Be responsible for carrying out social work duties, including care co-ordination, in relation to the most complex cases requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge, and professional expertise.
• Undertake a key role in cooperation with partners and stakeholders to ensure safeguarding processes and procedures are in place to protect individuals.
• Identify, challenge and develop solutions to any possible safeguarding risks for vulnerable residents of the city.
• Work in conjunction with and provide consultation to partner agencies to deliver effective planning to ensure positive outcomes for vulnerable residents of Manchester. This will include representing the City Council at a range of meetings, proceedings and reviews as required.
• Actively engage in team and service development including the promotion of innovative and new ideas and techniques to improve service performance and outcomes.
• Efficiently prepare and produce high quality documentation and reports and contribute to effective data recording in accordance with statutory accountabilities and timescales to improve outcomes and the safeguarding of individuals.
• Proactively establish, develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies and stakeholders to provide individuals with the opportunity to access suitable services which will assist them in achieving their agreed goals.
• Personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement. Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.

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 reviewed solely on merit.

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

What you'll do:

• Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents.
• Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
• Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.
• Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.

What we're looking for:

Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care.

• Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.
• Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support.
• Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.
• Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care.
• Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below.

Why join us?

• Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK.

Social Worker - MASH - Salford - 39ph - NON CASE HOLDING

Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Salford.

The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include:

• NON CARE HOLDING
• Competitive pay rate
• Long contracts for good performance
• Supportive team and management
• Progression opportunities
• Flexible working available

Duties as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Deliver high quality social work services, at a level appropriated for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people are safeguarding and protected.
• Mentor, guide and manage Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Officers (MASHOs) and provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision of staff within the team
• Contribute to the overall management of the MASH team in order to meet service objectives, key performance targets and statutory requirements of social service legislation.
• Make case decisions regarding the actions needed to ensure the safety and needs of children are met in line with Working Together as part of an operational social work team.

Requirements as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Usman Hameed

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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Social Worker - MASH - Trafford - 39ph - NON CASE HOLDING

Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Trafford.

The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include:

• NON CARE HOLDING
• Competitive pay rate
• Long contracts for good performance
• Supportive team and management
• Progression opportunities
• Flexible working available

Duties as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Deliver high quality social work services, at a level appropriated for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people are safeguarding and protected.
• Mentor, guide and manage Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Officers (MASHOs) and provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision of staff within the team
• Contribute to the overall management of the MASH team in order to meet service objectives, key performance targets and statutory requirements of social service legislation.
• Make case decisions regarding the actions needed to ensure the safety and needs of children are met in line with Working Together as part of an operational social work team.

Requirements as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

If you're interested please contact

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Social Worker - MASH - Oldham - 39ph - NON CASE HOLDING

Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Oldham.

The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include:

• NON CARE HOLDING
• Competitive pay rate
• Long contracts for good performance
• Supportive team and management
• Progression opportunities
• Flexible working available

Duties as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Deliver high quality social work services, at a level appropriated for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people are safeguarding and protected.
• Mentor, guide and manage Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Officers (MASHOs) and provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision of staff within the team
• Contribute to the overall management of the MASH team in order to meet service objectives, key performance targets and statutory requirements of social service legislation.
• Make case decisions regarding the actions needed to ensure the safety and needs of children are met in line with Working Together as part of an operational social work team.

Requirements as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

If you're interested please contact

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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Social Worker - MASH - Calderdale - 35ph - NON CASE HOLDING

Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Calderdale.

The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include:

• NON CARE HOLDING
• Competitive pay rate
• Long contracts for good performance
• Supportive team and management
• Progression opportunities
• Flexible working available

Duties as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Deliver high quality social work services, at a level appropriated for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people are safeguarding and protected.
• Mentor, guide and manage Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Officers (MASHOs) and provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision of staff within the team
• Contribute to the overall management of the MASH team in order to meet service objectives, key performance targets and statutory requirements of social service legislation.
• Make case decisions regarding the actions needed to ensure the safety and needs of children are met in line with Working Together as part of an operational social work team.

Requirements as a MASH Social Worker include:

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Usman Hameed

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(phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.