Team Manager - Families First - Southend

Added 06/10/2026

Team Manager - Families First Team Southend-on-Sea City Council£44.50phLocum Contract 37 Hours Per WeekCaritas Recruitment is proud to be working with Southend-on-Sea City Council to recruit an experienced Team Manager to join their Families First Team.This is an excellent opportunity for a proven frontline Team Manager with a strong background in Children's Services to lead and support a busy team delivering high-quality interventions to children and families.About the RoleAs Team Manager, you will provide operational leadership, supervision and oversight of social work practice within the Families First Team. You will be responsible for driving performance, ensuring positive outcomes for children,...

PERMChildren's SW - Finding Families Team - Southend-on-Sea

Added 26/09/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Join our dynamic Finding Families Team in Southend-on-Sea, where you will play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to children in need. We are seeking a committed individual to help us find loving and permanent homes for children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and emotional development. As a member of the Finding Families Team, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and potential placements. Developing and implementing care plans...

Children's Social Worker - Families First, Trafford

Added 24/06/2026

Children's Social Worker - Families First, Trafford Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Caritas Recruitment is working with Trafford Council to recruit a permanent Families First Social Worker based within their Children's Services.About the RoleThis opportunity sits within Families First, a frontline service responsible for duty, assessment and Child in Need (CIN) work. The service plays a key role in ensuring...

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...

Adults Social Worker - Southend

Added 22/06/2026

Aging Well Social Worker - Southend-on-Sea City CouncilPlease note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.Caritas Recruitment is proud to be working with Southend-on-Sea City Council to recruit a Social Worker to join the Aging Well Adults' Community Team.⚠️ Please note: Candidates must be a driver if they do not live locally to Southend.Salary£39,152 - £45,091Reference475800The RoleAs part of the Aging Well Adults' Community...

Children's SW - LAC Team - Southend-on-Sea

Added 26/09/2026

Join our dedicated Children’s Social Work - Looked After Children (LAC) Team in Southend-on-Sea, where your expertise can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and their families. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker to support children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to provide high-quality services and interventions that empower children and promote positive outcomes. Your key responsibilities will include: Assessing the needs of children and families, developing and implementing care plans that reflect their unique circumstances. Conducting...

PERMChildren's SW - Adolescent Intervention Prevention Team - Southend-on-Sea

Added 26/09/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Qualified Social Worker to join our Adolescent Intervention Prevention Team in Southend-on-Sea. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and adolescents within our community. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality social work services that promote the well-being and safety of young people and their families. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing tailored intervention plans for adolescents in need of support. Working collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to ensure holistic support for young...

Kinship Team Manager - Southend

Added 22/06/2026

Kinship Team Manager - Southend-on-Sea City CouncilPlease note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.Caritas Recruitment is proud to be working with Southend-on-Sea City Council to recruit an experienced Fostering Team Manager (Kinship & Recruitment).⚠️ Please note: Only candidates with strong, direct Kinship fostering experience will be shortlisted. Transferable experience alone will not be considered.Salary£53,460 - £58,959Reference467903The RoleAs a Team Manager within Fostering Services,...

Fostering & Permanency Panel Advisor - Southend

Added 22/06/2026

Panel Advisor Role | Southend-on-Sea City Council | £53,460-£58,959Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Caritas Recruitment is proud to be supporting Southend-on-Sea Borough Council in the recruitment of an experienced and strategic Fostering & Permanency Panel Advisor to join their Corporate Parenting service.This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Social Worker with strong expertise in permanency planning, fostering services, and...

Senior Social Worker - First Response Team - Leicestershire

Added 17/09/2026

Join our dedicated First Response Team in Leicestershire as a Senior Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding vulnerable individuals and families in crisis. In this challenging yet rewarding position, you will be responsible for assessing urgent needs, providing immediate support, and ensuring the well-being of those in distress. Your expertise will help shape interventions and strategies that promote safety and stability within the community. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify risks and needs of individuals and families. Developing and implementing effective care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Providing expert guidance and supervision...

Senior Social Worker - First Response Team (P/T -18.5hrs) - Leicestershire

Added 08/09/2026

Join our dedicated First Response Team in Leicestershire as a Senior Social Worker on a part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week. We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families. In this role, you will be at the forefront of social work practice, responding to urgent situations and providing critical support to those in need. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of individuals and families in crisis. Developing and implementing tailored intervention plans to address immediate needs. Collaborating with multi-agency partners to...

Locum Social Worker - First Response Team, Harrow £ Great Rate!

Added 22/06/2026

Are you an experienced Locum Qualified Social Worker looking for your next opportunity in a fast-paced, supportive environment? Harrow's First Response Team is seeking dedicated practitioners who thrive on making an immediate difference for children and families. This is a rewarding front line role where your assessment skills, judgement and ability to act decisively will be valued from day one.🔎 The RoleAs a Social Worker in the First Response Team, you will:Be the allocated Social Worker completing assessments for children in need, including those requiring protectionWork with children looked after, those subject to public care proceedings, and private law proceedings...

Social Worker - Children and Families

Added 26/09/2026

Join our dedicated team as a Social Worker specializing in Children and Families, where you will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable children and their families. In this position, you will provide comprehensive assessments, develop intervention plans, and deliver ongoing support to ensure the safety and well-being of children within the community. Your expertise will be vital in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, healthcare professionals, and community organizations, to create a nurturing environment for children and their families. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs and strengths. Developing and implementing...

Children's TM - First Response Team - Leicestershire

Added 02/10/2026

Join our dedicated Children's TM - First Response Team in Leicestershire, where your expertise in qualified social work will make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in need. We are seeking passionate and committed professionals to provide immediate support and intervention to children at risk, ensuring their safety and well-being. As part of our dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in assessing situations, developing care plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote positive outcomes. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children's needs and risks in urgent situations. Developing and implementing...

Children's TM - First Response Team - Harrow

Added 01/10/2026

Join our dedicated Children's First Response Team in Harrow as a Qualified Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and families. Your primary responsibility will be to respond to referrals and assess the needs of children in crisis situations, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including families, schools, and other agencies, to develop and implement effective intervention plans. Key responsibilities include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families in need of support. Developing and implementing child protection plans in accordance with statutory guidelines. Providing ongoing support...