Childrens Safeguarding Social Worker - Northampton £38ph Hybrid

Added 17/06/2026

Location: Northampton Pay Rate: £38 per hour Working Pattern: Hybrid Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Childrens Safeguarding Social Worker to join a busy and supportive team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled locum professional who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact in safeguarding vulnerable children and families.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake statutory safeguarding duties in line with legislation and best practiceCarry out assessments, care planning and reviewsManage a complex caseload effectively within agreed timescalesWork collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure the safety and wellbeing of childrenAttend court proceedings and provide high-quality reports where requiredMaintain...

Disabled Childrens Social Worker - Northallerton

Added 08/06/2026

Are you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of disabled children and their families? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-structured team in Northallerton, where your expertise will be valued and your caseload kept manageable.📍 The RoleAs a Disabled Children's Social Worker, you will:Work with children and young people with disabilities and complex needsBuild strong, trusting relationships with families and multi-agency partnersComplete assessments, care planning and reviews in line with statutory requirementsDeliver meaningful interventions that improve outcomes and quality of life🧩 Key DetailsLocation: NorthallertonExperience Required: Minimum...

Childrens Social Worker - Assessment & Staying Together team

Added 29/05/2026

Children's Social WorkerAssessment & Staying Together Team Newcastle-under-Lyme | Hybrid WorkingMy client is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment & Staying Together Team in Newcastle-under-Lyme.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team that embraces restorative practice, helping families build on their strengths to achieve positive outcomes for children.What's on Offer?Hybrid working (minimum 50% office based)Regular supervision and trainingAccess to benefits platform with discounts on retail, restaurants, gyms and moreSupportive team environmentTeam size: 6Local road parking and paid car parks availableKey ResponsibilitiesChild in Need planningChild Protection planningPLO workCourt proceedingsManaging a caseload of children...

Children's SW - Assessment/Safeguarding Team - Gateshead

Added 26/06/2026

Join our dedicated team as a Children's Social Worker within the Assessment and Safeguarding Team in Gateshead. In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community. You will conduct assessments, develop and implement care plans, and work collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to provide the best possible outcomes for children in need. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective intervention plans in partnership with families. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records...

Social Worker - Family Help & Child Protection | Gateshead

Added 18/05/2026

🌟 Social Worker - Family Help & Child Protection (Gateshead)We're recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to support both short-term and long-term work across Family Help and Child Protection in Gateshead. This is a varied and rewarding post where you'll work directly with children and families to reduce risk, build safety, and achieve meaningful, sustainable change. Some cases may progress into PLO (Public Law Outline), so confidence in robust decision-making and timely planning is important.If you're passionate about purposeful, relationship-based practice-and you want a role that genuinely fits your strengths and working style-this could be the opportunity for you.🔎 The...

Kinship Social Worker | Gateshead

Added 09/04/2026

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Kinship Social Worker to work with the Fostering Team for Gateshead social servicesYou need to be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have experience in fostering or Kinship to apply for this role.Duties include: Complete assessments of potential carersConnected Persons Fostering assessments,Special Guardianship assessmentsViability assessments.Participate in a duty rota. If you feel you have the experience and are interested please get in touch to Andy Scully at [email protected] with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:Award winning contractor care service with access to your own specialist, dedicated...

Fostering Team Manager | Gateshead

Added 01/04/2026

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager for the Fostering Steam in Gateshead social servicesYou need to be a qualified Manager or Assistant Team manager registered with Social Work England and have relevant experience in fostering to apply for this role.Gateshead is an excellent local Authority with an excellent management team around you. If you are a manager or an Assistant Team Manager who is keen to work for a forward thinking authority please get in touch. If you feel you have the experience and are interested please get in touch to Andy Scully at [email protected] with Caritas...

Fostering Social Worker | Gateshead

Added 01/04/2026

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Fostering Social Worker for Gateshead social servicesYou need to be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have experience in fostering to apply for this role.Duties include:Support and Supervision of Foster CarersProvide regular supervision visits and ongoing professional supportOffer advice on behaviour management, attachment, trauma, and safeguardingSupport carers during placements, including crisis interventionPromote carers' emotional wellbeing and resilienceEnsure foster carers understand safeguarding policies and proceduresRespond to allegations, concerns, or complaints involving foster carersWork closely with child protection teams and regulatory bodiesEnsure children's welfare is always the paramount concernContribute to placement...

Children's IRO - Darlington

Added 02/07/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Darlington is seeking a Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that children in care receive the support they need and that their voices are heard in decision-making processes. Your key responsibilities will include conducting regular reviews for children in care, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and providing expert advice to social workers and care teams. You will facilitate meetings, advocate for children's rights, and...

Children's IRO - Wiltshire

Added 01/07/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Wiltshire Council is seeking a qualified Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will ensure that children and young people in care have their voices heard and their needs met through effective and thorough review processes. As a Children’s IRO, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting regular reviews of care plans for children and young people in care, ensuring their rights and wishes are prioritized. Facilitating meetings with children, families, and...

Children's IRO - Rochdale

Added 27/06/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our team in Rochdale. As an IRO, you will play a vital role in ensuring that children in care receive the best possible outcomes through effective and thorough reviews of their care plans. You will work closely with children, families, and professionals to advocate for children's rights and ensure that their voices are heard in decision-making processes. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting regular reviews of care plans for children and young people in care. Ensuring that the views of children and young people are central...

Children's IRO - Liverpool

Added 26/06/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people? Liverpool City Council is seeking a qualified Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring that children in care receive the support they need to thrive, advocating for their rights and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes. As a Children’s IRO, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting independent reviews of care plans for children and young people, ensuring their best interests are prioritized. Facilitating meetings with children, families,...

Children's IRO - Manchester

Added 24/06/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team in Manchester. As a Children's IRO, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that children and young people in care receive the highest standards of support and advocacy. Your expertise will help facilitate reviews and ensure that the voices of children are heard and considered in all decision-making processes. Key responsibilities will include: Conducting regular reviews of care plans for children and young people in care, ensuring that their needs are met and their rights are upheld. Working collaboratively with social workers,...

Children's IRO - Bracknell

Added 23/06/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team in the Qualified Social Work field. This is an exciting opportunity to ensure that children in care receive the best possible outcomes through effective and robust reviews of their care plans. As a Children’s IRO, you will be responsible for chairing reviews for children and young people in care, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met. You will work collaboratively with social workers,...