Lambeth - Consultant Social Worker - LAC Team

Added 13/08/2026

Join our dedicated team in Lambeth as a Consultant Social Worker in the Looked After Children (LAC) Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced social worker to make a significant impact in the lives of children and young people in care. You will be responsible for carrying out assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring that the needs of children are met in a timely and effective manner. Collaboration with families, external agencies, and other professionals will be key to your role. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans for children in care....

Consultant Practitioner | Kinship & Permanence Service | Reading Borough

Added 10/09/2026

Join our dedicated team at Reading Borough as a Consultant Practitioner within the Kinship & Permanence Service. We are seeking an experienced and passionate social worker to help us provide high-quality support to children and families in need. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safety, stability, and well-being of children placed in kinship and permanent care arrangements, working collaboratively with families, local authorities, and other professionals. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing care plans that promote the best interests of...

Children's Consultant Practitioner - Kinship & Permanence Team - Reading

Added 10/09/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Consultant Practitioner to join our Kinship & Permanence Team in Reading. This dynamic role is perfect for an experienced social worker who is ready to support children in achieving stability and permanence through kinship care and adoption. You will work collaboratively with children, families, and partner agencies to promote the best interests of children and ensure they receive the care and support they need. As a Children's Consultant Practitioner, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children...

Children's SSW - Family Support Team - Rochdale

Added 10/09/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Social Worker (SSW) to join our Family Support Team in Rochdale. In this fulfilling role, you will work collaboratively with families to promote their well-being and safeguard children, ensuring they thrive in a nurturing environment. Your expertise will be invaluable in delivering tailored support to families facing various challenges. As a Children's SSW, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective care plans in partnership...

Social Worker - Looked After Children - Rochdale - £35ph

Added 18/06/2026

Social Worker - Looked After Children - Rochdale - £35 per hourCaritas are currently recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Team based in Rochdale.The successful Social Worker would be ambitious and effective in practice to help change lives and make a sustainable difference.You should be knowledgeable of and have experience with Looked After Children processes, have two plus years' experience working as a social worker and understand systemic family therapy.Benefits as a Looked After Children Social Worker include:Progression opportunitiesFlexible working availableSupportive team and managementCompetitive pay rateLong contracts for good performanceDuties as a Looked After Children...

Cambridgeshire - Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team (Trumpington)

Added 20/08/2026

Are you a dedicated and compassionate social worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of families? Join our Family Safeguarding Team in Trumpington, Cambridgeshire, where we are committed to providing high-quality support to children and families in need. We are seeking a qualified Social Worker who is passionate about safeguarding children and enhancing family well-being. As a Social Worker in our Family Safeguarding Team, you will have a vital role in assessing the needs of children and families, developing intervention plans, and ensuring the safety and welfare of children at risk. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting...

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...

Family Safeguarding Social Worker - Haverfordwest

Added 03/07/2026

Location: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire Role Type: Locum / Full-time Salary: Competitive (market-aligned rates)About the RoleWe're working with a well-regarded Local Authority seeking an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker to join their service in Haverfordwest. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families, working within a supportive, structured safeguarding framework.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake initial and core assessments in line with the Assessment FrameworkDevelop effective care plans and tailored support packagesCarry out statutory duties for children looked afterManage cases involving children on Care and Support Protection PlansSupport children on Care and Support PlansParticipate in and manage care proceedingsAccurately input...

Family Safeguarding Social Worker - Cambridge Hybrid £39ph

Added 03/07/2026

📍 Location & Working PatternCambridgeHybrid working - 2-3 days in the office💷 Pay Rate£39 per hour (umbrella)🧩 The RoleWe are recruiting an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker to join a stable, supportive team in Cambridge. This is a varied and rewarding position, working across CIN, CP and CIC cases, with strong management support and clear processes in place.🔎 Key ResponsibilitiesCompleting statutory visits for CIN, CP and CIC casesHolding a caseload including CIN, CP, CIC, with some cases within PLO and S31 Care ProceedingsPreparing and completing court reports, parenting assessments and risk assessmentsAttending court hearings with support from Senior Practitioners or...

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...

Family Safeguarding Social Worker | Richmond, North Yorkshire

Added 08/06/2026

Location: Richmond, North Yorkshire Team: Family Safeguarding Contract: Locum / Ongoing Requirement: Minimum 3+ years post-qualified permanent experience🌟 About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker to join a supportive and collaborative Children's Social Care team in Richmond, North Yorkshire.You will play a key role in safeguarding children and supporting families through strengths-based, relationship-focused practice. The service operates within statutory frameworks including the Children Act 1989 and 2004, ensuring safe and positive outcomes for children and young people.🏡 Working PatternFlexibility reviewed based on service needs and performance📊 CaseloadManageable average caseload of 20-24 children and families🔑 Key ResponsibilitiesManage...

Children's SSW - Family Support & Safeguarding Team - Lewisham

Added 05/09/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Lewisham's Family Support & Safeguarding Team is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide vital support to children and families in need, ensuring their safety and well-being while promoting positive outcomes within the community. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective intervention plans tailored to individual family situations. Working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to coordinate services and resources. Maintaining accurate case records...

Children's SW - Family Safeguarding Team - Cambridgeshire

Added 29/08/2026

Join our dedicated Family Safeguarding Team in Cambridgeshire as a Children's Social Worker, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families in need. In this challenging yet rewarding position, you will work collaboratively with families, professionals, and community resources to provide support and intervention to those facing difficulties. Your expertise will help empower families to achieve positive outcomes and create a safer environment for children. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing tailored care plans for children and families. Working closely with multi-agency partners to coordinate services and interventions....

Lewisham - Senior Prac - Family Safeguarding Team - £39.04 p/h Umb

Added 28/08/2026

Are you an experienced social worker looking for an exciting new opportunity? Lewisham Council is seeking a dedicated Senior Practitioner to join our Family Safeguarding Team on a temporary basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and families, making a positive impact in our community. The position offers a competitive rate of £39.04 per hour on an umbrella basis. As a Senior Practitioner, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective intervention plans in collaboration with...

Social Worker - Family Assessment and Support - Lincolnshire

Added 09/09/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families? We are seeking a qualified Social Worker for our Family Assessment and Support team in Lincolnshire. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families to assess their needs, provide support, and facilitate access to essential services, ensuring that children and families thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive family assessments to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Developing and implementing tailored support plans in collaboration with families and other stakeholders. Providing direct support...