Locum Duty & Assessment Social Worker - Lancaster | ££ Competitive

Added 27/07/2026

Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated Duty & Assessment Social Worker to join a busy and supportive Children's Services team in Lancaster.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families.The RoleAs a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be responsible for undertaking high-quality assessments and interventions, ensuring children are safeguarded and receive the right support at the right time.Key responsibilities include:Completing timely, structured and analytical assessments.Carrying out purposeful home...

Locum Children's Social Worker - Duty Team - Cannock, Stafford

Added 20/07/2026

Join a Busy Frontline Duty Team in CannockLooking for your next locum role in Children's Services?We're recruiting experienced Social Workers to join a fast-paced Duty Team in Cannock, managing new referrals and safeguarding children at the point they need support most.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging new referralsCompleting Section 47 enquiriesUndertaking initial visitsCompleting Child & Family AssessmentsDelivering direct intervention during assessment periodsWorking closely with partner agencies to safeguard childrenPay Rates (MOU Aligned)💷 Band 1 Social Worker - £28.55ph ASYE + 2 years' experience💷 Band 2 Senior Social Worker - £30.57ph ASYE + 3 years' experience💷 Advanced Practitioner / Senior Practitioner / ATM - £33.30ph...

Locum Children's Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team

Added 20/07/2026

Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Children's Social Worker to join a Family Safeguarding Team based in Bridlington. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families through effective safeguarding intervention and relationship-based practice.The RoleAs part of the Family Safeguarding Team, you will:Complete Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children workUndertake assessments, care planning and statutory visitsManage a diverse caseload of children and families requiring safeguarding interventionWork collaboratively with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomesPrepare high-quality reports for court, reviews and other statutory...

Locum Family Support & Protection Social Worker | East London

Added 17/07/2026

Location: East London Contract: Locum Rate: Competitive We are seeking an experienced Family Support & Protection Social Worker to join a busy front line safeguarding team in East London. This role involves working directly with children and families to assess risk, safeguard vulnerable children, and deliver effective interventions that create positive outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesManage Child in Need, Child Protection and Court casesComplete assessments, Section 47 investigations and risk analysesUndertake statutory visits and direct work with children and familiesDevelop, implement and review safety and intervention plansChair and contribute to multi-agency meetings, Core Groups and Child Protection ConferencesPrepare court reports, statements and legal...

Locum Adults Locality Social Worker | Birkenhead £36.08ph 9mth!

Added 15/07/2026

📍 Birkenhead, Wirral | 💰 £36.08 per hour | 📅 9-Month Contract (Maternity Cover) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join an Integrated Community Care Team in Birkenhead on a long-term maternity cover contract. Working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering health and social care services to adults and carers, ensuring the principles of the Care Act 2014, strengths-based practice, personalisation and social inclusion are embedded in all areas of practice.Key DutiesCompleting Care Act AssessmentsUndertaking support planning and reviewsManaging adult safeguarding workSupporting adults with complex physical health,...

Locum Family Help Social Worker - Leominster

Added 10/07/2026

📍 Leominster | 💷 £30.57 per hour | ⏰ 37 Hours per Week | 📅 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?We're recruiting for a Family Help Social Worker to join a supportive locality team in Leominster, where you'll work with children and families to deliver high-quality interventions that promote positive, sustainable outcomes.Working within a restorative practice model, you'll be supported by approachable managers who encourage collaboration, reflection, and professional development, even with the most complex cases.The RoleAs a Family Help Social Worker, you'll:Manage a varied and complex caseload as the...

Locum Permanence Social Worker Leicester Adoption Role

Added 08/07/2026

Location: Leicester Contract: Locum Sector: Children's Services / Adoption & Permanence Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum opportunity where you can make a lasting difference to children's lives? We are supporting a well-established and developing team in Leicester seeking a dedicated Locum Permanence Social Worker to lead on achieving positive adoption outcomes. Working within a stable team alongside supportive and approachable managers, you will play a key role in ensuring children achieve safe, secure, and loving permanent homes.The RoleIn this position, you will take the lead in progressing children's plans for adoption from the earliest...

Locum Assessment & Intervention Social Worker Oldham £39ph

Added 06/07/2026

📍 Location: Oldham💷 Rate: £39 per hour🕒 Contract: LocumAre you an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Locum Assessment & Intervention Social Worker to join a well-established Children's Services team in Oldham.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment, undertaking meaningful front line work while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate.🔎 The RoleAs an Assessment & Intervention Social Worker, you will:Undertake assessments of children and families under statutory frameworksManage a varied caseload including Child Protection and Child in NeedComplete Section 17 and Section 47 investigationsWork collaboratively with...

Family Safeguarding Social Worker Locum Southend £38p/h 30hrs!

Added 03/07/2026

Location: Southend-on-Sea Rate: £38 per hour Hours: 30 hours per week Contract: Locum Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 2 days on-site) The RoleOur Client is looking for an experienced and committed Family Safeguarding Social Worker to join their forward-thinking team. Here, relationships matter, practice is purposeful, and children are at the centre of everything.This service is driven by a clear, ambitious vision: to deliver compassionate, effective, and truly child-centred support that creates lasting change.At the heart of practice is a Relational, Systemic and Decisive model - not just a framework, but a lived approach. You'll work closely with families, building on...

Locum Older People's Mental Health Social Worker Role Teesside!

Added 29/06/2026

Location: Middlesbrough Rate: £203.90 per day Contract: Initial 3 months (with strong potential for extension) Team: Friendly, close-knit and highly supportiveThe OpportunityWe are currently seeking a dedicated Locum Older People's Mental Health Social Worker to join a welcoming and collaborative team in Middlesbrough. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a service that values teamwork, professional development, and quality care.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake comprehensive assessments for older adults with mental health needsDevelop and review person-centred care plansWork collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, families, and partner agenciesManage a varied and rewarding caseloadSafeguard vulnerable adults and promote their well...

Social Worker (Childrens) (Grade 10)

Added 10/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker (Children's) to join our dynamic team at [Organization Name]. This Grade 10 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in need. As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for providing support, advocacy, and intervention services to children facing various challenges, ensuring their well-being and development. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs and develop individualized service plans. Providing counseling and support to children and their families, addressing emotional, behavioral, and social issues. Collaborating...

Childrens Social Care - CP safeguarding and planning team - Middlesbrough Borough Council

Added 09/10/2026

Middlesbrough Borough Council is seeking a dedicated and passionate Qualified Social Worker to join our Children’s Social Care - Child Protection Safeguarding and Planning Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in our community. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and other professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of children at risk. Key responsibilities and duties include: Assessing the needs of children and families, conducting risk assessments, and developing comprehensive care plans. Working with families to implement strategies that promote positive outcomes and...

Social Worker | Lincolnshire

Added 14/07/2026

We are currently recruiting for Experienced Social Workers for Assessment & Safeguarding Team in the Lincolnshire area.The teams are established with great management and reasonable caseload. The social worker should have experience of ideally Safeguarding / Child Protection and court. The caseload will include duty and Assessment. The role is a hybrid of home and office working, currently 2 - 3 days a week in the office.Full support is offered.You must be registered with Social work England and have worked as a social worker for at least 3 years.The role will include managing a case load of Single Assessments, CIN...

Children's LP - CP Team - Lincolnshire

Added 14/10/2026

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join a Children’s Child Protection team in Lincolnshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by promoting safety, stability and positive outcomes. You will manage a varied caseload involving children who may be at risk of significant harm, working within relevant legislation, statutory guidance and professional standards. Your responsibilities will include undertaking high-quality assessments, preparing and reviewing plans, completing statutory visits and producing clear, evidence-based reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. You will work collaboratively with children, parents, carers and professionals across education,...

Senior Social Worker - Haverhill Social Care Team - Suffolk

Added 06/10/2026

Senior Social Worker - Haverhill Social Care TeamSuffolk County Council £40.50 per Hour | Locum Contract Hybrid Working | 3 Days Office-BasedCaritas Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Haverhill Social Care Team.This is a fast-paced frontline role working with children and families across a range of statutory services, including Child in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, Child Assessment, and Support & Prevention.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake assessments for children aged 0-17Manage Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) plansHold and progress complex caseloadsWork directly with children, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomesContribute to...