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A Good rated, Kent-based Local Authority is looking for a Social Worker to join their vision on supporting Children and Young people to make them feel safe and secure. You will be joing the Assessment Team. This role offers a package up to £54,400 per annum.

This role is a full-time, and permanent position. You will need to be committed and have the drive to match this Local Authority's ambitions.

Benefits for you:

• 27 Days Annual leave
• Car Allowance £1000
• Market Premium - £5,500
• Retention Payment - £3,000
• Career Progression Scheme
• Relocation Scheme
• Additional Benefits

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Halton Council are seeking an experienced qualified Social Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Team based in Widnes. The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change - working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child's needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference.

As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments.
• Manage a varied caseload of children and families in need of support.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to safeguard children.
• Undertake home visits, build rapport with families, and ensure that appropriate interventions are put in place.
• Produce high-quality assessments and reports for management and court purposes.
• Respond swiftly to referrals, assessing risk and need to ensure timely and effective interventions.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree/Diploma in Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• 3 years permanent experience.
• Proven experience within a Duty and Assessment team or similar front-line social work.
• Strong understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and social work legislation.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload effectively while maintaining high-quality practice standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Car for work purposes.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Hours: 9:30pm - 7:00am
Shifts: 4 nights per week
Pay: From £12.75 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a Family Assessment Worker to join a family assessment centre in Dudley, supporting parents and young children throughout overnight assessment placements.

This is a rewarding role where you will play an important part in maintaining a safe, supportive environment for families, while providing acc click apply for full job details

Assessment & Learning Design Manager (ELT Product Development)
Global education organisation English & Exams, Content Strategy London (Stratford), hybrid

£38,000 to £46,000, plus £3,300 London Market Allowance (up to £49,300) Permanent

The role
Help shape English language learning for millions of learners worldwide click apply for full job details

About the Role

Opus People Solutions on behalf of Milton Keynes City Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join their MASH Assessment Pod on a full-time basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic assessment service where you will undertake timely interventions to safeguard children and support families at the earliest opportunity.

You will be part of one of our Assessment Pods, operating on a structured three-week rota designed to provide variety and balance within the role.

Week 1: Assessment Week

• Manage up to four pre-arranged Single Assessments.
• Conduct home visits and engage directly with children and families.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and required recording.

Week 2: Triage Week

• Fully office-based.
• Respond to urgent safeguarding concerns and potential Section 47 enquiries.
• Attend strategy discussions and multi-agency meetings.
• Undertake visits to families, either independently or jointly with the Police.

Week 3: Follow-Up Week

• No new cases allocated.
• Opportunity to complete outstanding assessments, visit notes, meetings, and follow-up work.
• Focus on case progression and quality recording.

The team retains cases through to the Initial Child in Need Meeting or Initial Child Protection Conference, where cases are then transferred to longer-term teams. Social Workers are expected to attend these meetings as part of the handover process.

Where legal proceedings are initiated, the team remains case holder until the first court hearing. Similarly, when a child becomes Looked After, the case remains with the Assessment Team until the first review meeting.

Working Arrangements

• During the first four weeks, successful candidates will be required to attend the Milton Keynes office every day as part of the induction process.
• During Triage Week, office attendance is required every day due to the urgent and responsive nature of the work.
• During the remaining two weeks of the rota, there is flexibility to work from home for up to two days per week (maximum six days over the ten working days), subject to service needs.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience of working within Children's Services.
• Strong assessment and safeguarding skills.
• Experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and Section 47 work.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced multi-agency environment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel within the community.

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

Apply today to join a team committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

About the role

Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for passionate and experienced Social Workers to join its Assessment Teams based in Huntingdon and South Cambridgeshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking local authority that offers flexible working arrangements, strong career development opportunities, and an attractive retention package.

As a Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you will be responsible for undertaking high-quality statutory assessments and delivering effective interventions to safeguard children and support families.

You will work within a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, leading on complex assessments and making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people.

Locations: Huntingdon (PE29 3AD) & South Cambridgeshire (CB2 9NL)
Salary: 41,958 - 44,822 per annum
Hybrid Working Available
Relocation Package Available
Sponsorship Transfer Opportunities Available

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory assessments and formulate effective plans for children and families.
• Lead strategy discussions and multi-agency meetings.
• Complete Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations.
• Prepare high-quality court reports under Sections 7, 37 and 31.
• Complete SWET assessments and care plans where required.
• Work closely with partner agencies to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely case recording in line with statutory requirements.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 25 children and families.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of 41,958 - 44,822 per annum.
• Hybrid working with a mix of office-based work, home working, and visits.
• Opportunity to work a 9-day fortnight, subject to service and team requirements.
• Relocation package available for eligible candidates.
• Sponsorship transfer opportunities available.
• Microsoft Teams interviews for a streamlined recruitment process.
• Supportive management and opportunities for continued professional development.
• Retention Payment Scheme

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're looking for a rewarding role within a supportive authority that is committed to professional development and flexible working, we'd love to hear from you.

Team Manager First Response Team Harrow

Location: London Borough of Harrow
Pay/Salary: Up to £45.20 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Locum

We are currently working with the London Borough of Harrow to recruit an experienced Team Manager for their First Response Team.

This is a key frontline management role, leading Social Workers, Senior Practitioners and other Social Care staff working with children requiring statutory intervention. You'll be responsible for ensuring referrals are responded to promptly, children at greatest risk are prioritised and assessments and plans are completed to a consistently high standard. Team Manager First Response Tea

• Managing and supervising Social Workers, Senior Practitioners and other Social Care staff.
• Providing clear management oversight, case direction and regular professional supervision.
• Ensuring referrals are responded to promptly and children most in need are appropriately prioritised.
• Overseeing high-quality statutory assessments within required timescales.
• Managing complex and high-risk cases involving children in need and children requiring protection.
• Overseeing work involving Looked After Children and public care proceedings.
• Quality assuring assessments, plans, casework and reports.
• Ensuring every child has an up-to-date, outcome-focused plan.
• Monitoring workloads, allocation, performance and statutory timescales.
• Providing oversight of reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews and Court proceedings.
• Taking and recording key managerial decisions on complex casework.
• Working closely with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
• Supporting staff development, performance management and continuous improvement across the team.
• Contributing to wider service development and deputising for senior management when required. Team Manager First Response Tea

• Social Work Qualification.
• Social Work England registration.
• Enhanced DBS (provided by us).
• Significant post-qualifying experience within Children's Social Work.
• Previous Team Manager experience within frontline statutory Children's Social Work.
• Strong experience across assessment, Child in Need and Child Protection.
• Experience managing and supervising Social Workers undertaking statutory work.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Social Care legislation, regulations and statutory responsibilities.
• Experience of performance management and quality assurance.
• Strong assessment, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Experience working effectively with multi-agency partners.
• Ability to provide confident leadership across complex and high-risk casework. Team Manager First Response Tea

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If you are interested in this Team Manager role in the First Response Team within Harrow, give Rhys Rafferty a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Referral Bonus: Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them to Sheldon Phillips and, if we successfully place them into a locum role, you'll receive a £300 referral bonus as a thank you. Terms and conditions apply.

Every shift is a chance to make the difference.

Clinical Practitioner (Clinical Assessment Service).

Location: Anstey Frith House, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RN

Working Pattern: Bank Contract and weekend hours, 15-25 hours per week (covering days, afternoons and evenings)

Salary: DHU Band 8a click apply for full job details

Team Manager - Assessment & Intervention

Slough Children First (SCF)
Pay Rate: 47.50 p/h Umbrella
Hybrid Working - Minimum 3 Days Per Week in Office

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Team Manager to join the Assessment & Intervention Service at Slough Children First (SCF).

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and compassionate leader to play a key role in supporting children and families across Slough. The successful candidate will lead a team of Senior Social Workers and Social Workers, ensuring the effective delivery of statutory and legislative duties while promoting positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing a team of Senior Social Workers and Social Workers within the Assessment & Intervention Service.
• Providing effective supervision, guidance and support to social work staff.
• Ensuring the delivery of statutory social work duties and responsibilities.
• Promoting the welfare and safeguarding of vulnerable children and young people.
• Effectively managing risk and ensuring appropriate actions are taken to safeguard children.
• Supporting high-quality assessments and interventions with children and families.
• Creating a supportive, collaborative and positive working environment within the team.
• Providing professional leadership and promoting strong social work practice.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
• Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of children's services.

Essential Requirements

• Professional Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Substantial post-qualification experience within Children and Families Social Work.
• Previous experience in a Team Manager or equivalent management role within children's social care.
• Strong understanding of statutory children's social work and safeguarding.
• Experience managing risk and supporting positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
• Strong leadership, supervision and team management skills.
• A collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleagues and partner agencies.
• At least 3 years' post-qualification experience working in Social Work roles within a UK English Local Authority.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid working with a fixed minimum requirement of 3 days per week in the office.

Candidates must be able to commit to working at least three days per week office-based. This requirement is fixed, and candidates unable to meet this requirement should not be submitted.

Why Work with Slough Children First?

• Training and development opportunities.
• Agile working supported by technology.
• Flexible working policies.
• Friendly and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of children's services in Slough.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

• DBS paid for by Eden Brown Synergy.
• Referral bonus for recommending a friend or colleague.
• Bonus for finding your own job.
• Twice weekly payroll.
• Dedicated consultant throughout your placement.

If you are an experienced Children's Social Work Team Manager looking for a new challenge within an Assessment & Intervention service, please get in touch with Mayur on (phone number removed).

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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Location: Surrey
Service: Fostering Team
Role Type: Social Care Qualified

Job Purpose
To recruit, assess and supervise foster carers and their families, ensuring they can provide safe, stable and nurturing care for Surrey s Looked After Children.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and assess prospective foster carers, including completing Form F assessments and presenting assessments to Foster Panel.

• Provide ongoing supervision, support and guidance to foster carers and their families.

• Ensure foster carers receive appropriate training and development.

• Work closely with children s social workers and partner agencies to support children s care plans.

• Promote positive outcomes and ensure Looked After Children are protected and supported.

• Maintain accurate records, reports and case documentation in line with legislation and departmental procedures.

• Promote equality of access to services and support children to achieve their full potential.

• Work within safeguarding legislation, Surrey policies and relevant statutory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Social Work qualification and relevant professional registration.

• Experience within fostering, children s social care or a related service.

• Experience assessing, supervising and supporting foster carers would be highly desirable.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, legislation and statutory social work practice.

• Excellent assessment, report-writing and communication skills.