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Social Workers required for work within the Adult Safeguarding Team in the Taunton area of Somerset. Excellent rates of pay up to 38ph. 37 hours per week, 3 month minimum contract but possibility to extend. Exciting opportunity in a lovely area with good transport links from M5 for neighboring authorities. 1 day to be in the office.

Social workers carry out safeguarding enquiries by gathering information, assessing risk, and working closely with the adult, their families, carers, and other professionals. They develop and implement protection plans that balance safety with the individual's rights and independence.

We are looking a social worker who focuses on people, their strengths and the networks and community around them and who is competent and knowledgeable in all areas of Adult Social Care practice. This includes a sound and evidenced understanding of the legislative frameworks and an individual who has demonstrated continued professional development, to ensure their practice quality is constantly evolving.

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 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. Refer a friend bonus scheme - 200 once we have found them a new role

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

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Our client Somerset council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team.

Candidates must have at least 1 years experience of working in an adult safeguarding service as a social worker or have 2 years experience of completing S42(2) enquiries as a substantial part of a current or previous role.

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.

Experienced Adult Safeguarding Social Worker
Knowsley Council
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Remote, 2 Days Office-Based (Tuesday & Friday)
Competitive Locum Rate
Ongoing Contract Opportunity

Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Adult Services team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated practitioner with safeguarding experience who is passionate about promoting the welfare, safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults. Experience within an Adult MASH environment would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake safeguarding enquiries under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014
• Manage a caseload of approximately 12-15 cases
• Assess and manage varying levels of risk, complexity and uncertainty
• Ensure safeguarding concerns are managed in line with the Care Act 2014 and Knowsley's safeguarding procedures
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard adults at risk
• Complete safeguarding investigations and enquiries to a high professional standard
• Participate in the Adult MASH duty rota one day per week
• Take safeguarding referrals, complete partnership checks and undertake initial enquiries
• Provide cover for duty services during periods of annual leave and sickness where required
• Maintain accurate case records and comply with GDPR, Data Protection and Information Security requirements

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Experience working within Adult Safeguarding services
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding legislation
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively
• Excellent assessment, risk management and partnership working skills
• Adult MASH experience desirable

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working arrangement
• 3 days working remotely
• Office attendance required on Tuesdays and Fridays
• Supportive management team
• Manageable caseloads
• Opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable adults within the community

If you are an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

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Caritas Recruitment - Specialists in Qualified Social Work Recruitment Across the UK

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

Social Worker - Safeguarding - Tameside - 39 per hour

Caritas are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join the safeguarding Team based in Tameside.

You will be based within a School setting, supporting designated safeguarding leads, and educational and pastoral colleagues in safeguarding children and young people.

This is an innovative programme partnering closely with schools, it will offer skilled Social Workers the opportunity to gain valuable and unique experience and skills and work in a role which will shape future services and make a real impact on the lives of young people and families across the town.

Benefits as a Safeguarding Social Worker are:

• Long contracts will run until October 2026
• Unusual new pilot scheme
• Inclusive of agency roles
• Equipment provided

Duties as a Safeguarding Social Worker are:

• Able to evidence your skills and knowledge of creative, innovative, and relationship-based social work and demonstrate your ability to lead a skilled workforce.
• Present a 'can-do' attitude; we want people who will help us to build a real culture of reflection and learning. We want team players!
• Develop and implement plans to meet the assessed needs of children and their families/carers and to undertake the role of key worker.
• Ensure that professional standards and practice are maintained and that responsibility for practice and decision making is undertaken commensurate with the level of experience, knowledge, and grade.
• Be able to recognise safeguarding vulnerable people situations and report through agreed processes to enable appropriate action to be taken.
• Undertake child protection investigations, court work and complex cases.

Essential requirements as a Safeguarding Social Worker are:

• 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 apply or contact Usman at Caritas Recruitment

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

Senior Social Worker Safeguarding, Assessment or Children with Disabilities (Permanent)

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary: £46,142 £49,282 (dependent on experience)
Retention Payment: £1,750
Contract: Permanent

Pro Social Partners are working with Oxfordshire County Council to recruit experienced Senior Social Workers across Safeguarding, Assessment and Children with Disabilities teams.

The Role

• Hold a caseload of more complex work and act as a source of practice expertise for the team.
• Support, mentor and co-work with newly qualified and less experienced colleagues.
• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
• Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
• Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
• Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.

About You

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
• Substantial post-qualifying experience in children's statutory services.
• Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Why Oxfordshire County Council?

• £1,750 retention payment.
• Choice of three teams.
• Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
• Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
• A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.

To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities.

Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Bolton - 39 per hour

An experienced Social Worker is required to join a Safeguarding Team based in Bolton. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.

You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential.

Benefits of this Social Worker role include:

• Effective induction
• Caseload of 10-12 Families
• Excellent rate of pay
• Reflective supervision
• Long term contracts available
• Clearly defined practice standards and managers standards
• Effective and supportive management
• The right technology to undertake your role
• Efficient 'work-life balance' is encouraged
• Flexible/remote working

Responsibilities of this Social Worker role include:

• Liaising with other professionals
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Working with children on the child protection register, looked after children and children in need
• Attending court
• Working with Public Law Outline (PLO)
• Single assessments
• Chairing child protection conferences
• Child protection meetings
• Case conferences

Essential requirements of this Social Worker role include:

• Social Work England Registered
• Eligible to work in the UK
• A full UK license holder

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

Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding - Liverpool - up to 42 per hour

Caritas are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join the Children's Safeguarding Team based in Liverpool.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for obtaining regular professional supervision to ensure effective and reflective practice.

Benefits as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include:

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

Duties as a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker include:

• Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support.
• Reflecting the function of the team and Children's Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, statutory guidance, and legislation.
• Identify and assess levels of risk and need in often complex situations, ensuring that the safety and welfare of children is paramount.
• Model critical reflection and evidence-based decision making and support others in developing these.
• Undertake direct work with children, young people, and their families
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Council and in partner agencies.
• Ensure assessments and care plans are up-dated regularly to reflect the child's current needs.

Essential requirements as a Children's Safeguarding 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 apply or call and ask for Usman

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

Senior Social Worker Safeguarding (Permanent)

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire
Salary: £49,918 £53,048 (package up to £60,048)
Golden Hello: £7,000
Contract: Permanent

Pro Social Partners are working with Bracknell Forest Council to recruit an experienced Senior Social Worker into their Safeguarding service.

The Role

• Hold a caseload of more complex work and act as a source of practice expertise for the team.
• Support, mentor and co-work with newly qualified and less experienced colleagues.
• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
• Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
• Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
• Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.

About You

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
• Substantial post-qualifying experience in child protection, including complex cases.
• Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Why Bracknell Forest Council?

• £7,000 Golden Hello.
• Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
• Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
• A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.

To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities.

Social Worker Safeguarding / Court Team (Permanent)

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £40,369 £43,686 (package up to £49,686)
Golden Hello: £6,000
Contract: Permanent

Pro Social Partners are working with Northamptonshire Children's Trust to recruit permanent Social Workers into both their Safeguarding and Court teams.

The Role

• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
• Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
• Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
• Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.
• Court Team roles: manage care proceedings and PLO, writing court statements and giving evidence.

About You

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
• Post-qualifying experience in child protection and/or care proceedings.
• Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Why Northamptonshire Children's Trust?

• £6,000 Golden Hello.
• Choice of Safeguarding or Court team.
• Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
• Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
• A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.

To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities.

Social Worker Safeguarding (Permanent)

Location: Bracknell, Berkshire
Salary: £46,783 £48,873 (package up to £54,873)
Golden Hello: £6,000
Contract: Permanent

Pro Social Partners are working with Bracknell Forest Council to recruit permanent Social Workers into their Safeguarding service.

The Role

• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
• Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
• Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
• Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.

About You

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
• Post-qualifying experience in children's safeguarding or child protection.
• Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

Why Bracknell Forest Council?

• £6,000 Golden Hello.
• Competitive salary for a Berkshire authority.
• Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
• Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
• A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.

To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities.