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Our client Worcestershire county council is looking for an Independent Chair to join their Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within an experienced and supportive team in the Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Service.

You will be joining an experienced and permanent team; this role is well supported by a dedicated Practice Manager and Business Support function - ensuring you have the time to focus on your role.

You will work as part of the Team, with dual allocation of children on Child Protection Plans and a LADO caseload - you will be responsible for chairing Initial & Review Child Protection Conferences, chairing Position of Trust meetings, ensuring SMART Plans, effective information sharing to manage risk and create positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families.

In this role you need to have the ability to securitise, challenge and support both Social Care Teams and partners, this is crucial, alongside strong quality assurance experience and skills.

You will be an experienced and qualified Social Worker with Management Experience, registered with Social Work England, who has a solid knowledge of policy, legislation, and good practice experience, and can demonstrate a strong commitment to strong multi-agency working and child focussed practice. You will have extensive experience of chairing complex and challenging meetings with the ability to manage difficult conversations.

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.

Location: Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 1 November 2026

Our client, Horsfall House, is an award-winning, not-for-profit nursing home, day centre and home care provider based in the beautiful Cotswold town of Minchinhampton click apply for full job details

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

At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you are someone we get to know, creating a personal job search that is as individual as you are. Our expert team are trained to ensure that your needs are met, our compliance procedures are quick and efficient, while making sure you find the job you really want.

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.

Talentmark are recruiting for a Compliance and Oversight Lead Manager to join a company in the pharmaceutical industry on a contract basis for 12 months. This role is fully remote and part-time, 20 hours per week.

Company:
Our client is one of the world's premier innovative biopharmaceutical companies, discovering, developing and providing over 160 different medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products to help improve the lives of millions of people in the UK and around the world every year.

Salary:
Up to 49.19 per hour (20 hours per week)

Compliance and Oversight Lead Manager Role:

• Produce project reports and line listings to support resource planning.
• Maintain SharePoint pages, trackers and knowledge-base content.
• Run routine process and quality monitoring, and support investigations when needed.
• Check system data for accuracy and follow up with experts to fix discrepancies.
• Identify trends and coordinate improvement projects, including job aids and work instructions.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; regulatory affairs background welcome.
• Experience in a global pharmaceutical setting, ideally in labelling or regulatory affairs.
• Proven project coordination, delivering on time and to a high standard.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including summarising data for stakeholders.
• Independent, organised and analytical, with continuous improvement experience a plus.

Our client Shropshire council is looking for a Social work team manager to join their UASC and Pathways team.

Driving Licence Required: TM's may need to visit families with the SW as required and chair meetings in person

Working/ Hybrid Arrangements:

• Office based one day per week
• Face to face team meetings on a monthly basis
• Face to face managers meetings once per month
• Quarterly directors assurance face to face
• There may be additional times that the team manager needs to travel for case purposes such as chairing meetings in person, attending court etc.

Job responsibilites

• To manage the UASC and Pathways Social Work Team, responsible for UASC and looked after children 16 to 18 years.
• Supervise a team of 7 social workers, meeting the requirement for all children to receive supervision on a 4 weekly basis.
• To chair multi-agency meetings in relation to permanence planning and risk management, providing comprehensive management oversight to progress young people's plans.
• To quality assure key documents and assessments in a timely manner as part of care planning regulations and to meet the needs of the service.
• To provide performance oversight for the team, attending a weekly performance meeting to share current data and agree a plan to remedy any outstanding tasks.
• To act as a duty manager for the CLA and UASC Service, covering annual leave and staff sickness.

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.

Role: Children's and Young People's Participation Manager

Department: Children and Learning

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Children's and Young People's Participation Manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children and Learning department.

Main purpose of position:

To improve the lives and outcomes of children and young people in and from care or subject to child protection or child in need plans by running and developing our children and young people's participation service.

As a Children's and Young People's Participation Manager will be responsible to:

• Take a lead to implement and monitor the Children and Young People's Action Plan and report progress to the Looked After Children's Multi-Agency Group and Corporate Parenting Partnership Board.
• To recruit looked-after young people to participate in the work of Luton Borough Council and ensure the participation of young people in the Children and Young People's panel.
• Design a range of techniques and approaches to develop and maximise children's and young people's participation in Luton.
• Take responsibility for their own development and that of the apprentice providing specific supervision, coaching and mentoring of the apprentice.
• To develop and maintain our website for children and young people in care and support looked-after young people to contribute to this, including devising and analysing online surveys and polls about life in care.

Skills and Experience

• In depth experience of working with and developing inclusive participation opportunities for children and young people (including traditionally excluded groups).
• Able to communicate effectively (using a range of media i.e. verbal, written, web etc) at all levels across a multi-agency setting - including demonstrable presentation skills.
• Able to persuade and influence others to directly support the participation of children and young people.
• Able to communicate and build effective relationships with children and young people, staff, public and other professionals.
• Proven ability to formulate policies and procedures and processes in order to effectively monitor and control systems.
• Able to demonstrate integration of equality and diversity into own practice and service delivery.

DBS

Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for Disclosure and Barring Service checks to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any convictions, bind overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order 1986. Therefore, applications are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being take-up, any failure to disclose such convictions will results in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. The fact that a bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment.

About Us

Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council.

Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years.

We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Deputy Childcare and Children's Centre Services Manager

Location: Haringey, London
Pay rate: 400 per day

Tempest Resourcing is recruiting a Deputy Childcare and Children's Centre Services Manager to support the delivery of high-quality early education and childcare in Haringey.

Working as part of the senior management team, you will work closely with the Executive Head of Childcare Services to oversee day-to-day childcare management across three local authority-maintained nursery provisions.

Key responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of childcare services, ensuring consistently high-quality provision.

• Work under the direction of the Executive Head of Childcare Services and deputise when required.

• Deputise for the Executive Head of Children's Centre Services during sickness or annual leave.

• Contribute to the development of the centres' ethos, policies and working practices.

• Work collaboratively with the senior management team to maintain high standards of early education and childcare.

About you

Applicants must have experience of working with children in an early years setting. You should also demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to high-quality early education and childcare.

• Effective communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

• The ability to support service management and take on deputising responsibilities.

About Haringey

Haringey is a diverse and vibrant borough, known for its creativity, distinctive character and strong sense of community. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to services that support local children and families.

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Submit your CV through Indeed to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Short Breaks Home (Social and Healthcare Qualified) - Permanent

Location: Lawrence Weston, Bristol
Salary: 53,051 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role:
We are excited to advertise the position of Registered Manager for our well-established Short Breaks Children's Home. We are looking for a dedicated and creative person to take on this exciting management role in a home with a stable staff team, offering an Ofsted 'Good' service to disabled children.

The home provides care for up to 5 children at a time with varied needs, for children between the ages of 5 and 18 with severe learning disabilities and/or complex physical health needs. Each child is supported as an individual, with their needs and strengths considered by the staff team who tailor their support and care accordingly.

The home is fully equipped to offer a variety of activities for the children to choose from, including sensory play, indoor and outdoor activities, cooking, and water play. The service also offers families the opportunity to have a break from their caring duties, to spend time with their other children, and to recharge their batteries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a staff team comprising a Deputy Manager, nurses, and Residential Child Care Workers.
• Ensure the delivery of a high-quality residential service for disabled children, in line with the National Care Standards Commission minimum standards for Children's Homes.
• Provide a fun environment for disabled children away from their families, offering new experiences, independent living skills development, and the opportunity to build friendship groups.
• Ensure children's voices, opinions, and feelings are heard, and advocate for the children in our care.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary service alongside social workers, Occupational Therapists, education provisions, parents, and carers.

Requirements:

• Social work or healthcare qualification (essential).
• Dedication and creativity to lead a well-established service.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of current legislation and minimum standards for Children's Homes.
• Willingness to register with Ofsted as a Registered Manager (a further interview process, which we will support you to achieve).
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary service and build positive relationships with vulnerable children and their families.

If this role aligns with your experience, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.

About the Role

Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join the East Locality Family Help & Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an established manager to lead a dedicated team delivering effective safeguarding, family help, and child protection services to children, young people, and families.

Working within Children's Social Care, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of social work professionals, ensuring high-quality practice, strong performance, and positive outcomes for children. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, typically consisting of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional supervision to a team of practitioners, ensuring vulnerable children and families receive timely and effective support and protection.

You will oversee service delivery across Family Help and Child Protection, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met, risks are effectively managed, and children achieve the best possible outcomes.

41.42 per hour Umbrella
37 Hours Per Week
Full Time Hybrid Working
Location: Silver Court, Brownhills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, support, and develop Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs, and Trainee Social Workers.
• Oversee assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring statutory timescales and performance standards are achieved.
• Manage and oversee Family Help Plans and Child Protection Plans, including involvement in pre-proceedings and court proceedings where required.
• Provide safeguarding oversight and make complex decisions relating to children and families.
• Monitor team performance through supervision, quality assurance activity, audits, and performance management processes.
• Promote high-quality, child-centred practice and continuous improvement across the team.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency safeguarding and support.
• Manage resources and delegated budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and positive service outcomes.
• Support recruitment, induction, training, and professional development of staff.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding services.
• Previous management or supervisory experience within a Family Help, Assessment, Safeguarding, or Child Protection setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Experience of performance management, quality assurance, and workforce development.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

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

If you are an experienced Children's Social Care Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Manager to lead Assessment & Family Safeguarding services across Cambridge City, South Cambridgeshire and East Cambridgeshire.

We are seeking a motivated and resilient senior leader with recent experience managing multiple frontline social work teams within Children's Services. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving high-quality social work practice, safeguarding vulnerable children, and ensuring positive outcomes for children and families.

As Service Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Assessment & Family Safeguarding services, ensuring statutory responsibilities are fulfilled and services are delivered safely, effectively and within performance expectations. You will lead practice development, oversee complex safeguarding decisions, manage risk, and work closely with multi-agency partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.

Cambridge City/South Cambridgeshire & East Cambridgeshir

500 per day (Umbrella)

Hybrid Working Minimum 3 Days per Week in the Office

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple frontline social work teams within Assessment & Family Safeguarding.
• Ensure safe and effective delivery of statutory children's social care services.
• Provide oversight and decision-making on complex safeguarding and child protection cases.
• Drive service improvement, quality assurance and performance management.
• Manage service resources and budgets effectively.
• Develop strong partnerships with schools, health services, police and other key agencies.
• Support and develop a high-performing workforce through effective leadership and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policy and safeguarding procedures.
• Requirements
• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant management experience within Children's Social Care.
• Recent experience managing multiple frontline social work teams is essential.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, relevant legislation and statutory guidance.
• Proven ability to manage risk, performance and complex casework.
• Demonstrable experience delivering service improvements and leading through change.
• Excellent leadership, communication and partnership-working skills.

Why Join Cambridge County Council?

• Competitive daily rate of 500 per day.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact within a well-established Family Safeguarding model.
• Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
• Supportive senior leadership team and collaborative partner network.

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.

If you are an experienced Children's Services leader with a track record of managing high-performing frontline teams and delivering excellent safeguarding outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.