Remote - SEND Tribunal Officer - Wokingham Borough Council

Added 13/10/2026

SEND Tribunal Officer - Wokingham Borough Council£408.04 per day (Umbrella) | Fully RemoteCaritas Recruitment is proud to be supporting Wokingham Borough Council with the recruitment of an experienced SEND Tribunal Officer to join their SEND Service on a remote basis.This is a specialist role focused on managing SEND appeals from registration through to completion, ensuring compliance with Tribunal Orders, Directions and statutory deadlines. You will act on behalf of the Local Authority in Tribunal proceedings, working closely with families, education professionals, health colleagues and legal representatives.Key Responsibilities:Manage a caseload of SEND Tribunal appeals from start to finish.Prepare detailed and robust...

Assistant SEND Officer - Bracknell Forest Borough Council

Added 13/10/2026

Assistant SEND Officer (Social Care & Health) - SEND ServicesBracknell Forest Borough Council, Time Square, RG12 1JD£18.90 per hour UmbrellaFull Time Hybrid Working - 2 Days Office / 3 Days HomeCaritas Recruitment is working with Bracknell Forest Borough Council to recruit an experienced Assistant SEND Officer to support the delivery of statutory SEND services.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised administrator with experience within a SEND, education, health, or social care environment. You will play a key role in supporting the SEND Team, coordinating processes, maintaining accurate records, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring statutory timescales are met.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide...

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) - Southwark Council

Added 12/10/2026

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) - Southwark Council£315.16 per day Umbrella Hybrid Working LondonCaritas Recruitment is working with Southwark Council to recruit an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join a friendly and supportive team of seven IROs.This role is ideal for an experienced manager within Children's Services who also has recent, significant Independent Reviewing Officer experience.The RoleAs an IRO, you will:Chair in-person reviews for children and young people.Ensure the child's voice is central to planning and decision-making.Oversee and challenge care planning to prevent drift and delay.Monitor safeguarding arrangements and outcomes for children in care.Produce high-quality review reports and outcome-focused plans.Work...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection & Court - Wakefield Council

Added 20/10/2026

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection & Court Team - Wakefield CouncilFeatherstone, Wakefield£35 per hourUp to 2 days remote working per weekContract until April 2027An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a busy Locality Team in Wakefield. Working within Child Protection and Court proceedings, you'll manage complex caseloads, undertake statutory interventions and work closely with children and families to achieve positive outcomes.The Role:Manage Child Protection and Court cases within a Locality Team.Complete assessments, care planning and statutory visits.Prepare high-quality court reports and statements.Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children and promote permanence.Contribute to...

Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Wakefield Council

Added 20/10/2026

Senior Social Worker - Children in Care - Wakefield Council Wakefield (WF1)£35 per hour (Umbrella)Temporary ContractAre you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to make a real difference for children and young people in care?Wakefield's Children in Care Service is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join their supportive team, working with looked-after children and those subject to care proceedings. This is an excellent opportunity to undertake meaningful work that promotes stability, permanence and positive outcomes for vulnerable children.Key Responsibilities:Manage a caseload of looked-after children and children subject to care proceedings.Complete statutory duties in line with the Children Act...

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) - Redbridge

Added 14/10/2026

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) - Child Protection & CLA Reviews London Borough of Redbridge - Safeguarding & Quality Assurance £297.34 per day Umbrella Hybrid Working Are you an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer looking for your next locum opportunity?The London Borough of Redbridge is seeking a highly skilled and child-focused Independent Reviewing Officer to join its Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Service. This is a key role responsible for ensuring children and young people receive high-quality care, protection and support through robust oversight, professional challenge and quality assurance.This is a joint role covering both Child Protection Conferences and Children Looked After (CLA)...

Safeguarding and Independent Reviewing Officer - Pledge (ID 02376)

Added 13/10/2026

We are seeking an experienced and committed Safeguarding and Independent Reviewing Officer to promote the safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes of children and young people. In this role, you will undertake independent reviews for children who are looked after, ensuring that care plans are purposeful, effective and focused on achieving permanence. You will ensure that children’s views, wishes and feelings are central to all decisions and that their rights are upheld throughout the care planning and review process. You will chair statutory reviews, monitor progress against agreed actions and provide constructive challenge to social workers, carers, families and partner agencies...

Independent Reviewing Officer

Added 12/10/2026

Independent Reviewing Officer - County Durham Council£34.45 per hour | 37 Hours per Week Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking to take a step up? We could have your next locum opportunity.We are currently recruiting for a IRO / Independent Reviewing Officer to join their Team at Durham Council. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, undertaking meaningful work with children and families whilst earning a highly competitive rate.What You'll Be DoingChairing Review Meetings: Lead and organise child-focused Looked After Child (LAC) review meetings, ensuring the child or young person's views are central...

Independent Reviewing Officer - North Yorkshire

Added 10/10/2026

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)Harrogate, North Yorkshire Council£34.64 per hourFull-Time ContractCaritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join North Yorkshire Council's Children's Services team.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced practitioner with a strong background in Child Protection, Looked After Children and care planning. As an IRO, you will play a key role in ensuring children's voices are heard, care plans progress appropriately, and positive outcomes are achieved through effective challenge and oversight. Key ResponsibilitiesChair Looked After Children's Reviews and Child Protection Conferences.Monitor the quality and effectiveness of care plans.Ensure children's wishes and...

EHCP Casework Officer - Oxfordshire - Remote

Added 06/10/2026

EHCP Casework OfficerOxfordshire County CouncilRemote (Approx 1 Office Day Per Month)£250 - £280 per day UMB37 Hours per Week - Monday to FridayMake a Difference in SENDCaritas Recruitment is working with Oxfordshire County Council to recruit an experienced EHCP Casework Officer to join their SEND Service.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled SEND professional to manage a dedicated caseload of children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring statutory responsibilities are delivered effectively and within required timescales.About the RoleYou will be responsible for:Managing a caseload of children and young people with EHCPsLeading Annual Reviews, Phase...

Quality Assurance Officer - Bolton

Added 18/09/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Officer to join our dynamic team in Bolton, specializing in the Qualified Social Work field. This pivotal role involves ensuring that our social work services meet regulatory standards and deliver high-quality outcomes for clients. If you are passionate about enhancing service quality and making a difference in the community, we want to hear from you! As a Quality Assurance Officer, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting regular audits and assessments of social work practices to ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Developing and implementing quality assurance frameworks and improvement plans. Collaborating...

Senior Social Worker - Locality - Wakefield

Added 06/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Locality team in Wakefield. This pivotal role involves providing high-quality social work services to individuals and families in need, ensuring their safety, well-being, and empowerment. As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a key role in mentoring junior staff, managing complex cases, and collaborating with various agencies to deliver effective support and interventions. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and developing tailored care plans. Providing direct support and guidance to clients and their families, facilitating access to resources and services. Supervising...

Project Manager - SEND Improvement & Reforms - Redbridge Council

Added 16/10/2026

Project Manager - SEND Improvement & ReformsRedbridge Council £43.09 per hour Hybrid working - 2 days per week in the officeRedbridge Council is looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the planning and delivery of its SEND Improvement and SEND Reforms programme.This is a great opportunity for someone with strong project management experience and a background within Local Authority SEND or education, working across complex programmes involving education, health and social care.Key responsibilities:Project manage SEND improvement and reform projectsDevelop and maintain project plans, milestones, risks, issues and dependenciesCoordinate multiple workstreams and track progress against agreed outcomesTranslate SEND improvement plans...

Senior Social Worker - Locality Team - Leicestershire County Council

Added 10/10/2026

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Locality Team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality social care services to children and families within our community. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to assess needs, develop care plans, and implement interventions that promote the welfare and safety of vulnerable individuals. Your expertise will help shape the future of social work practice in our locality. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective care plans in collaboration...

Social Worker - Post Order & Permanence - Rochdale Borough Council

Added 10/10/2026

Join Rochdale Borough Council as a dedicated Social Worker in our Post Order & Permanence team, where you will play a crucial role in supporting children and families within our community. As a qualified social worker, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children, promoting their best interests, and facilitating positive outcomes through effective case management and intervention strategies. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children's needs and circumstances. Developing and implementing individual care plans in collaboration with families and relevant stakeholders. Managing a caseload of children and families, ensuring timely interventions and...