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We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a busy Family Help Team in Blandford area in Dorset.Contracts are 3-6 month to start and then reviewed, 37 hours per week. offering high rates at 38-42ph. Good management structure with regular supervision. Hybrid working

We are integrating our Family Help and Child Protection teams to create a seamless service where families only need to tell their story once. As a Social Worker in our Family Help Teams, youll:

build strong, long lasting relationships
support children and families through their journey, from Early Help to court proceedings
work alongside skilled colleagues committed to trauma informed and restorative practice
We welcome social workers at all experience levels who are passionate about strengthening families and improving outcomes.

About the Role

You will be joining a supportive, well-structured, and growing team, with flexible working and regular reflective supervision. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fast-paced but nurturing environment within a forward-thinking authority.

You will be Social Work England registered, ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK

As an Eden Brown Synergy candidate, you can take advantage of our competitive service offering: Dedicated personal and professional service. Free DBS check. CV review service. Interview advice. Competitive rates of pay. Post-placement follow up meetings.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Care roles in South please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on (phone number removed)/ (phone number removed) or email your CV to:

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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Our client Leicestershire County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Family Help Team.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a case load of mainly child in need cases, completing section 47's and some assessments. Section 7 reports. Attending monthly pods and covering duty twice a week.
• Majority of case load for this post will be market Harborough district

Key Experience

• Child protection
• Children and families' assessments
• Section 47
• Complex child in need cases
• Private law

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.

About the Role

Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Family Help Team based at Beacon House, Ipswich.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services to children and families, undertaking assessments and managing complex cases to ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

Location: Beacon House, Ipswich, Suffolk
Rate: 40.50 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week office-based)
Contract: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of children and families in line with statutory responsibilities.
• Manage a caseload of Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases.
• Develop and review effective plans to safeguard children and improve outcomes.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Complete accurate and timely case recordings, assessments, and reports.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support service improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with safeguarding legislation, policies, and best practice.

About You

• Qualified Social Worker status and current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience working within Children's Social Care.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of managing Child in Need and Child Protection cases.
• Excellent assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong partnership-working and communication skills.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working model with a requirement to attend the office at Beacon House, Ipswich, a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced Family Help Team focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

Candidates must be local to Suffolk and able to meet the office attendance requirements.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

If you are an experienced Senior Social Worker looking to make a meaningful difference to children and families across Suffolk, we would love to hear from you.

Our client Enfield Council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Family Help team.

Job Purpose

To provide assessment, care management and social work services to disabled children and their families, arising out of the council's duties and powers under legislation, Council and Group policy.

To contribute to the development of the Centre as a specialist resource for Children and young people with disabilities and their families utilising their knowledge and experience to promote and ensure best practice is central to service delivery.

To work in accordance with the guidelines set out by local government and to make appropriate use of Group and independent resources.

Duties

• To carry out assessments and undertake care management in the area of specialism. ( Disabled children and their families )
• To make recommendations for service provision in accordance with the Children services threshold and eligibility criteria.
• To provide a social work service to designated service users.
• To manage, monitor and review care plans, involving disabled children and young people and their families, and liaising with other workers and agencies as appropriate.
• To work at all times within the Council's Financial regulations
• To be aware of the resources available within the specialist area, including other sources of funding so that the maximum benefit may be obtained for families within budgetary resources of Children Services.
• To comply with the Children Services recording policy and to complete appropriate forms and documents as required
• To make use of management information systems, including information technology, in the recording, retrieval and analysis of information as required.
• To be managed by and receive supervision from the immediate line manager/ designated person, and to be assessed against agreed standards and targets
• To undertake training as required and be proactive in undertaking activities to enhance professional development

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.

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities.

Locum Children's Social Worker Jobs in Dorset

Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join Dorset Council's Child Protection and Family Help Team in Dorchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes.

Whether you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority setting.

Children's Social Worker Child Protection Team

As part of ongoing national children's social care reforms, Dorset Council is strengthening its Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) and introducing Lead Child Protection Practitioners, creating additional support and development opportunities for frontline Children's Social Workers. This role sits within a well-established Family Help and Child Protection Service, delivering effective safeguarding interventions and supporting children and families through statutory social work processes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Locum Children's Social Worker, you will manage a varied statutory children's social work caseload including:

Early Help

Children in Need (CIN)

Child Protection (CP)

Family Help

Pre-Proceedings (PLO)

Care Proceedings and Court Work

Safeguarding Assessments

Care Planning and Intervention KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver statutory social work services in line with the Children Act 1989

Complete high-quality Child and Family Assessments

Manage Children in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases

Undertake safeguarding investigations and risk assessments

Carry out direct work with children, young people and families

Prepare court statements, reports and care plans

Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings

Maintain accurate case records and statutory documentation

Work collaboratively with education, health, police and partner agencies

Promote positive outcomes through restorative and strengths-based practice

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for this Children's Social Worker role, you will need:

Qualified Social Worker (QSW)

Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience within a UK Local Authority Children's Services Team

Experience within Child Protection, Safeguarding, Court Work and Children in Need services

Enhanced DBS clearance

Full UK Driving Licence

WHY APPLY?

38.00 - 42.00 per hour 150 per week allowable expenses

(Allowable expenses are payable where the candidate's home address is more than 30 miles from the designated work location hub, subject to Connect2Dorset's Terms & Conditions).

Opportunity to work within a progressive Child Protection service 500 Referral Bonus (Terms & Conditions Apply)

APPLY NOW

If you're looking for your next Locum Children's Social Worker Job in Dorset, we'd love to hear from you.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

About the Role

Opus People Solutions on behalf of Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to support its Assessment Service, while also providing management support across Family Support and Safeguarding teams as required.

Based at Awdry House, this is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled manager to lead and support social work teams within Children's Services, ensuring high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families.

Hybrid Working - 3 Days per Week in the Office

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and practice leadership within the Assessment Service.
• Support Family Support and Safeguarding teams where service needs require.
• Oversee case management, performance, and service delivery.
• Ensure effective safeguarding practice and compliance with statutory responsibilities.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to social workers and senior practitioners.
• Drive high standards of practice, decision-making, and timely interventions for children and families.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience as a Team Manager, Assistant Team Manager, or experienced Senior Practitioner within Children's Services.
• Strong background in Assessment, Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Family Support services.
• Ability to lead teams effectively within a fast-paced statutory environment.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and best practice.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of up to 45.50 per hour.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunity to join a supportive and established Local Authority team.
• Immediate impact role supporting key frontline services.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

If you're an experienced Children's Team Manager looking for your next locum opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Exciting perm opportunities for experienced social workers for the Safeguarding Service at Tameside. Candidates should have at least 2 years experience post qualifying.

Perm role but Tameside will also consider 6 and 12 month fixed term contracts.

Tameside Neighbourhood social work services are looking for experienced social workers who have a keen interest in court work and child protection planning for our children and families.

The role includes both public and private law proceedings, alongside child protection planning. We are looking for enthusiastic, relational and motivated practitioners who are able to work in a restorative strengths based way working within our practice model keeping children at the heart of Tameside through support, compassion and a real commitment to achieving better outcomes for our children and young people.

If you have experience of court proceedings and child protection planning where you have been able to work towards and achieve better outcomes for children and young people then we would love to hear from you.

You will have an experienced team manager who is able to offer support and guidance alongside a permanent senior leadership team who are committed to the improvement plan and ensuring social workers are listened to and supported throughout their time at Tameside. All of our workforce has our children and young people at the centre and are working within the 'heart of support' practice approach.

Interviews will be held in person at Tameside One.

Salary : Professional Bar Point SCP31 (H+) plus benefits.

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If interested in please forward your CV to Toni Rowe.

We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in the Ellesmere Port area to recruit an experienced Family Help Lead Practitioner to join their Children and Families service.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and families through early intervention, whole-family working and multi-agency collaboration.

As a Family Help Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering Family Help services that safeguard and support children and young people.

You will undertake assessments, coordinate support plans, deliver evidence-based interventions and work closely with families and partner agencies to ensure children can thrive in safe and supportive environments.

Working within a strengths-based, trauma-informed framework, you will champion the voice of the child and help families achieve sustainable positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake holistic assessments of children, young people and families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop, coordinate and review effective support plans that achieve positive outcomes.
• Work in partnership with schools, health services and other agencies to deliver multi-agency interventions.
• Chair professional meetings and ensure clear actions, decisions and records are maintained.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and promote whole-family working approaches.
• Advocate for children and families, helping to reduce barriers to support services.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to safeguarding and child protection processes where required.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered) or relevant Level 3 Childcare qualification with significant experience working with children and families.
• Experience undertaking assessments and managing family support cases within children's services.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection procedures and relevant legislation.
• Understanding of the Families First Partnership framework and early intervention principles.
• Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with families, professionals and partner agencies.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and the ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

Contract Length: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.
Pay Rate: 17.85 PAYE
Working pattern - 37 hours per week, onsite.

Hit the apply button now and follow the steps below:
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Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge in Children's Services and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

We also have a market leading referral scheme of up to 250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to contact Leasha at Spencer Clarke Group. T's & C's apply.

Location: North West Local Authority
Contract: Agency Contract
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Family Help Lead Practitioner to join a forward-thinking North West Local Authority. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting children, young people and families through assessment, planning and the delivery of targeted interventions that improve outcomes and reduce risk.

Working within a multi-agency environment, you will provide high-quality, child-centred support using a strengths-based, trauma-informed and relationship-focused approach. You will work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to develop effective plans that enable children to remain safely within their families wherever possible.

• Complete holistic assessments of children, young people and families.
• Develop, coordinate and review SMART family support plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes.
• Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate effective multi-agency support.
• Chair family and multi-agency meetings where appropriate.
• Advocate for children and families, ensuring children's voices remain central to all decision-making.
• Maintain accurate case recordings and reports.
• Contribute to Child Protection processes and, where required, undertake court-related work.
• Promote strengths-based, trauma-informed and systemic practice throughout your work.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration, or an equivalent childcare qualification with substantial experience supporting children and families.
• Significant experience working with children, young people and families within Family Help, Early Help or Children's Services.
• Strong assessment, planning and intervention skills.
• Experience working within multi-agency safeguarding environments.
• Excellent communication, report writing and relationship-building skills.
• A sound understanding of child protection legislation, safeguarding procedures and the Families First Partnership framework.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
• Ongoing contract with an immediate start available.

At We Do Social Work, we specialise in placing experienced professionals into rewarding public sector roles across the UK. When you work with us, you'll benefit from:

• Dedicated consultant with specialist social work knowledge.
• Fast, reliable twice-weekly payroll.
• Free DBS and compliance support.
• Access to exclusive local authority opportunities.
• £200 Refer a Friend bonus.
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment.

If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact We Do Social Work for a confidential discussion.

Supporting children and families to achieve lasting positive outcomes through collaboration, consistency and high-quality practice.

This full-time, permanent role has a starting salary of 34,660 per annum based on working 36 hours per week.

We are excited to be hiring new Family Help Practitioners to work in the West of Surrey with teams covering areas including Guildford, Waverley, and Woking, and Runnymede, Spelthorne and Surrey Heath.

This is a hybrid role where the expectation is a minimum of 2 days per week in the office, as well as working in locations within our communities and directly with families.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About Us

The Families First Partnership Programme is transforming the way support is provided to children and families in Surrey. As part of a national reform programme, it is focused on earlier help, stronger partnership working and better outcomes for families.

At the heart of the new model is Family Help, bringing professionals together to work more collaboratively, reduce duplication and provide more joined-up support. This is an opportunity to join a service that is shaping a more integrated, relationship-based approach to working with children, young people and families.

For practitioners, this means being part of an ambitious and evolving model designed to support confident practice, clearer decision-making, stronger multi-agency working and more time focused on direct work with families.

About the Role

Our newly developed Family Help Practitioner role offers an exciting opportunity to play a key part in delivering high-quality, coordinated support to children and families. Through strong relationship-based practice, effective multi-agency working and a clear focus on improving outcomes, you will help ensure children and families receive the right support at the right time.

As the lead practitioner for children and families who need our help, you will be responsible for assessment, planning, intervention and coordination through a single plan. Working closely with children, families and partner agencies, you will help deliver support that is responsive, joined-up and tailored to individual needs, drawing on local services, community resources and wider support networks.

Working as part of an integrated early help team alongside qualified social workers, you will build consistent relationships that help create clearer plans, more sustained support and a better experience for families. This is a role at the heart of a multidisciplinary approach designed to improve outcomes and reduce the need for families to navigate multiple services

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead practitioner for children and families across Family Help (Targeted Early Help and Child in Need pathways)
• Lead and contribute to family-based plans, identifying strengths, needs, and appropriate areas for intervention, and setting out how shared outcomes will be achieved
• Build strong, consistent relationships with children and families, providing meaningful support and constructive challenge where needed
• Deliver direct interventions in homes, schools and community settings, including group-based support where appropriate
• Work closely with partner agencies, social workers, safeguarding professionals and wider services to provide a coordinated response
• Contribute to statutory processes where required, including escalating safeguarding concerns and supporting child protection investigations
• Maintain accurate, timely and analytical case recording, ensuring the child's lived experience is clearly reflected in assessment, planning and review

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take on a role where you can make a measurable difference to the lives of children and families in Surrey. You will be part of a service that values collaboration, consistency, and high-quality practice, and that is committed to delivering meaningful, joined-up support at the right time.

Your Application

To be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

• Experience of working directly with children, young people and families in a supportive or statutory environment, or other relevant transferable experience.
• Strong skills in assessment, planning, and multi-agency coordination
• The ability to build credible, professional relationships with children, families and partners
• An understanding of safeguarding, and child-focused practice
• Confidence in delivering evidence-informed interventions that support sustained change
• The ability to work autonomously and flexibly, while contributing positively to team development, reflective practice, and continuous improvement

An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Surrey has both urban and rural areas and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area.

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following questions:

• Please tell us about a piece of work or intervention you have led or contributed to that resulted in a positive outcome for a child or children and their family/families.
• This role requires strong communication and partnership working to achieve positive outcomes for families. Please tell us about a time when you worked effectively with colleagues, partner agencies or other organisations.
• Please tell us about a time when you worked with a child, young person or family in a complex or challenging situation and built a strong professional relationship that helped achieve progress

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14.09.2026 with interviews planned to follow.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.