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Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in their daily activities and routines.
• Build positive, trusting, and professional relationships with children and their families.
• Assist with personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks where required.
• Encourage participation in educational, recreational, and social activities.
• Support children in developing life skills, independence, and self-confidence.
• Monitor and record children's progress, behavior, and well-being accurately.

We're not looking for heroes.
Heroes turn up, save the day and leave.
The children who live with us need something much rarer.
They need adults who stay.
Adults who keep showing up, even when trust takes time. Adults who remain calm when emotions run high. Adults who understand that sometimes the most important thing you can offer a child is consistency.
The children who live in our homes have experienced significant challenges in their lives. Some have learning disabilities, autism, or complex emotional needs. Many have learnt through experience that adults don't always stick around.
That's where you come in.

Success in this role doesn't always look the way people imagine.
Sometimes it's helping a child attend school for the first time in weeks.
Sometimes it's teaching a young person how to cook their favourite meal.
Sometimes it's supporting someone through a difficult day safely.
Sometimes it's hearing a child laugh more than they did when they first moved in.
The biggest achievements are rarely dramatic.
They're usually found in hundreds of ordinary moments that, over time, help children feel safer, happier and more confident about their future.

What you'll be doing
As a Residential Therapeutic Care Worker, you'll be part of a child's everyday life.
You'll help create a home where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.
You'll support with:

• Daily routines, school runs and appointments
• Activities, hobbies and new experiences
• Building confidence, independence and life skills
• Supporting children through difficult emotions
• Working alongside families and professionals
• Recording and celebrating progress
• Creating a warm, safe and nurturing home environment

• Resilient and emotionally aware
• Calm under pressure
• Good at building relationships
• Willing to learn and reflect
• Committed to helping children thrive

• Salary: 29,232 per year
• Additional sleep-in payments paid at 80 per sleep in.
• Full-time, permanent role
• Mixture of long days, evenings, weekends and sleep-ins
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Ongoing development and progression opportunities
• Regular supervision and reflective practice

Our client Blackburn with Darwen council are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Children in our care service.

The candidate will have at least 3 years post qualification experience and will have preferably worked within a children in care team.

The candidate must have a SWE registration and be a car driver, with previous experience of the use of Liquid Logic Childrens system an advantage.

You must have good communication skills and be a team worker with the ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

There will be both office-based working and home working arrangements as per the service requirements so you will be required to work flexibly and with a requirement to be office based 3 days per week as a minimum

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.

Flexible Hybrid Working Supportive Team Environment Children in Care Long-Term Locum Opportunity Commutable from London

If helping children in care achieve stability, security and positive outcomes is what drives your practice, this Children in Care Social Worker role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference while benefiting from flexibility, strong management support and long-term stability. Based in the Bedfordshire area, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner seeking a long-term locum contract within a well-established and child-focused service.

You'll have the autonomy to manage your workload effectively while working alongside experienced managers who understand the importance of relationship-based social work. This role is ideal for Social Workers with experience in Children in Care teams who are passionate about delivering positive outcomes for children and young people.

Package & Benefits

• Up to 38 per hour.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Long-term locum contract with ongoing stability.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Manageable caseloads.
• Opportunity to work within a child-centred and outcome-focused service.
• Collaborative team culture with strong professional support.
• About the Service This established Bedfordshire children's service is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people in care. The team promotes high-quality practice, collaborative working and a supportive environment where Social Workers are empowered to build meaningful relationships and deliver effective interventions.
  
  Key Responsibilities
• Manage a caseload of Children in Care, ensuring their needs remain central to all planning and decision-making.
• Complete statutory visits, assessments and care planning in line with legislation and local procedures.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, families, foster carers and partner agencies.
• Prepare reports and contribute to reviews, planning meetings and court proceedings where required.
• Work proactively to promote permanence, stability and positive outcomes for children and young people.
• About You
• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Previous experience within a Children in Care, Looked After Children or similar statutory children's services team.
• Strong assessment, care planning and safeguarding experience.
• Confident managing complex cases and working within statutory timescales.
• Passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.

About the Role

Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with children and young people in care, undertaking statutory social work responsibilities and ensuring children receive the support, stability, and permanence they need to achieve positive outcomes.

You will manage a caseload of children in care, working closely with children, families, carers, and partner agencies to assess needs, develop plans, and deliver effective interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The role requires confident decision-making, strong relationship-building skills, and a child-centred approach to practice.

Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Peterborough
Rate: 39 per hour Umbrella

Hours: 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: Hybrid working, 2-3 days per week in the office
Essential: Must be a car driver

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met.
• Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews to meet the needs of children and young people.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with children, families, carers, and partner agencies.
• Promote children's participation in decision-making and ensure their voices are central to all planning.
• Plan, implement, and review interventions to improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Work collaboratively with professionals across education, health, housing, and other support services.
• Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation where required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with statutory requirements and local procedures.
• Demonstrate effective risk assessment and decision-making to safeguard children and promote their wellbeing

Skills/Experience

• Previous Children in Care experience - Essential
• Social Work England registration
• Qualified Social Worker
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Experience working within Children's Social Care.
• Strong assessment, care planning, and relationship-based practice skills.
• The ability to manage complex caseloads and make effective decisions in a busy environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

If you are an experienced Children in Care Social Worker looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Children in Care and Leaving Care Team based in Lowestoft.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, supporting them throughout their care journey and helping them successfully transition into adulthood.

Location: Riverside, 4 Canning Road, Lowestoft, NR32 0EQ
Rate: 39 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid working (minimum 3 days per week in the office)

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Children in Care and Leaving Care social work duties in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
• Complete and maintain Children in Care documentation, including pathway plans and associated reports.
• Conduct face-to-face visits with young people, carers, and relevant stakeholders.
• Support young people in preparing for adulthood, including referrals and planning for post-18 accommodation.
• Liaise effectively with education providers, partner agencies, and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
• Undertake duty responsibilities as required by the service.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare and safety of children and young people remains paramount.
• Prepare for and actively participate in regular supervision sessions.
• Balance office-based tasks with community-based visits and travel across the local area as required.

Skills/Experience

• Qualified Social Worker status and Social Work England registration.
• A strong understanding of Children in Care and Leaving Care legislation, policy, and practice.
• Experience of completing pathway plans and statutory documentation.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload effectively and work independently.
• Sound safeguarding knowledge and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working arrangement with a requirement to attend the office at least 3 days per week.
• The role involves both office-based work and travel across the community to meet young people, carers, and partner agencies.

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.

Join Suffolk County Council and help young people build brighter futures as they move towards independence.

We are looking for Social Workers in this organisation's Children in Care service.

Social Worker - Children in Care Team
Location: Torbay

Supply Care Solutions are a market-leading Medical, Social Care and Education recruitment consultancy, we offer a range of accredited services across the public sector, providing highly skilled, compliant professionals in all grades and specialties, including short, long term and permanent positions.

RATE: up to 40 per hour, based on experience.
TYPE: LOCUM Social Worker
TEAM: Cared for Children Team
HOURS: This is a Full time role (36 hours per week)

You will need to be flexible with regards to attending the office to take part in duty systems and will be expected to make visits to families.
You will be required to complete statutory visits

Social Worker Requirements

- Proven experience in working with childrens services
- Current enhanced DBS Disclosure
- Eligibility to work in the UK without work permit or visa restrictions
- Commitment to the safe care and well-being of vulnerable people

Our locum Social Workers benefit from

- Excellent Rates
- Refer-a-friend scheme
- Assistance with DBS applications
- Dedicated consultant support
- Varied career and flexible working opportunities

If you are interested in this Social Worker position please apply online or call us on (phone number removed)

Supply Care Solutions have a number of locum jobs across the UK. All locums must be contract compliant before commencing work through our agency. We are recruiting professionals across all specialisms and grade. We offer an excellent referral bonus for any new worker you refer to us Terms and conditions apply. Supply Care Solutions works in conjunction with Monitor/TDA rate caps

Deputy Manager Children s Residential Care

Diamond Search Recruitment is delighted to be representing a newly established children s residential care provider in the appointment of an experienced and motivated Deputy Manager. The home is a two bed EBD provision.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation with ambitious plans to provide outstanding care, support and opportunities for children and young people.

Our client is supported by an experienced Responsible Individual with a strong background in the care sector, alongside robust financial and legal support. The organisation is committed to building a high-quality service where employees are valued, rewarded and given genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The Role

As Deputy Manager, you will work closely with the Registered Manager to support the effective day-to-day management of the home and ensure children and young people receive consistently high standards of care.

You will play a key role in supporting the home to achieve and maintain an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding, while ensuring safeguarding, wellbeing, care and development remain at the heart of the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in achieving and maintaining an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding.

• Provide day-to-day oversight of the home's operations, utilising the Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) and internal auditing processes.

• Provide supervision, support and direction to staff.

• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating integrity, optimism, hope, determination and compassion.

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and effective staff deployment at all times.

• Ensure staffing arrangements are consistent with the home's Statement of Purpose and individual risk management plans.

• Support the Registered Manager with the operational management of the home.

• Ensure the physical and emotional needs of children and young people are protected, safeguarded and promoted.

• Ensure care, education and risk management plans are implemented effectively.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, local authority procedures and company policies.

• Monitor and improve performance to ensure consistently high standards of care.

• Support the development of an effective, motivated and high-performing team.

• Make informed decisions, provide clear direction and lead by example.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is resilient, energetic, organised and passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within children's residential care.

• Previous supervisory or management experience within a children's residential setting.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and safeguarding requirements.

• The ability to manage staff deployment, allocate duties and provide effective day-to-day supervision.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• The confidence to communicate effectively with children and young people, families, staff, professionals and external stakeholders.

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• The ability to manage, monitor and improve performance.

• The ability to deal effectively with challenging situations and conflict.

• Excellent organisational skills and a high level of resilience.

• A Level 4 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or willingness to work towards the qualification.

• Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification, or willingness to work towards it.

• A willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Career Development

Our client is committed to investing in its people.

A comprehensive career development programme is available to support employees in understanding the role, completing mandatory training and working towards relevant professional qualifications.

The management team will provide ongoing support with professional development, with opportunities to progress as the organisation continues to grow.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £35,620 per annum. Sleep in payments in addition to the basic salary. Eligibility for Performance Related Pay. Ofsted Good bonus of £750 / Ofsted Outstanding bonus of £1,500. Comprehensive training and development. Support towards professional qualifications. Genuine career progression opportunities. Support from an experienced management team. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives. The opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation.

Interested?

If you're an experienced children's residential care professional looking for your next career move and believe you have the leadership, resilience and passion required to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Diamond Search Recruitment is managing this appointment on behalf of our confidential client.

Diamond Search Recruitment connecting exceptional people with exceptional opportunities.

Registered Manager Children's Residential Care

Diamond Search Recruitment is delighted to be representing a newly established children's residential care provider in the appointment of an experienced and passionate Registered Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious care professional to take a key leadership role within a 2-bed EBD children's residential provision, helping to establish and develop a high-quality service where children and young people are supported to thrive.

Our client is backed by an experienced Responsible Individual with a strong background within the care sector, alongside robust financial and legal support. The organisation is committed to building a strong, values-led service where employees are recognised, rewarded and supported with genuine opportunities for professional development.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

You will be responsible for creating a positive culture within the home, leading and developing your team, and ensuring the service is consistently delivering excellent outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

A key objective will be to achieve and maintain an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day management and operation of the home.

• Ensure the home operates in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and Function.

• Work towards achieving and maintaining an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding.

• Utilise the Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) and internal auditing processes to monitor, maintain and improve standards.

• Ensure the home complies with all relevant legislation, regulations, local authority procedures and company policies.

• Provide effective supervision, support, leadership and direction to staff.

• Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing and motivated team.

• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating integrity, optimism, hope, determination and compassion.

• Ensure the physical and emotional needs of children and young people are protected, safeguarded and promoted at all times.

• Ensure individual care, education and risk management plans are implemented effectively.

• Ensure appropriate and effective staffing is maintained at all times, taking into account the individual needs and risk management plans of each child.

• Monitor and improve the performance of the home and its staff to ensure excellent standards of care.

• Make informed decisions, provide clear direction and lead by example.

• Manage resources and budgets effectively.

• Build positive relationships with children, families, professionals, local authorities and other external stakeholders.

• Ensure effective safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the home.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager or experienced children's residential care professional who is ready to take ownership of a new service and make a genuine difference.

You will ideally have:

• Experience within children's residential care, including supervisory or management experience.

• Strong knowledge of children's social care legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023.

• The ability to effectively manage a children's residential home, including staffing, supervision, performance and operational oversight.

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• The ability to develop strong relationships with children, families, staff and external professionals.

• Experience of managing and improving performance.

• The ability to oversee budgets and resources effectively.

• Confidence in managing challenging situations and resolving conflict.

• High levels of resilience, organisation and professionalism.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or willingness to work towards the qualification.

• Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification, or willingness to work towards it.

• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and maintain the required registration.

Salary & Benefits

£45,000 £50,000 per annum + Performance-Related Pay

In addition, there is an attractive bonus structure:

£1,500 Ofsted Good bonus

£2,500 Ofsted Outstanding bonus

Plus further bonuses details on request

Bonuses are payable following publication of the relevant Ofsted inspection report.

To qualify for the Ofsted and placement bonuses, the Registered Manager must have been resident in the home for more than six months.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its development, with the opportunity to have a genuine influence on the culture, standards and future success of the home.

You will benefit from:

Competitive salary of £45,000 £50,000. Performance-related pay. Significant bonus earning potential. Comprehensive training and development. Support towards professional qualifications. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Support from an experienced management team. The opportunity to shape and develop a new children's residential service. The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children and young people.

About the Home

2-bed EBD children's residential provision

The home is being developed to provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

The successful Registered Manager will play a central role in establishing a positive culture and ensuring the home delivers consistently high standards of care.

Interested?

If you are an experienced children's residential care professional with the leadership skills, resilience and passion required to lead a high-quality service, Diamond Search Recruitment would love to hear from you.