Children's SW - CIC Team - Buckinghamshire

Added 03/11/2026

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Children's SP - Family Help & Protection Team - Walsall

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help and Protection Team in Walsall. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by providing skilled, child-centred social work within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will manage a varied caseload involving children who may require family support, protection planning or statutory intervention. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, undertaking direct work with children and families, developing and reviewing plans, and ensuring that children’s wishes, feelings and best interests remain central to all decisions. You will work closely with...

Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Cheshire East Council

Added 06/10/2026

Social Worker - Child Protection / Child in Need TeamCheshire East Council £41 per hour | Locum Contract Hybrid WorkingCaritas Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a busy Child Protection / Child in Need Team based in Crewe.This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive frontline service, undertaking assessments, safeguarding children, and progressing plans to achieve positive outcomes for children and families. The role requires strong experience managing Child Protection and Child in Need casework within a statutory children's services setting.What's on OfferUp to £41 per hourHybrid workingTypically 3 days office-based and 2 days...

Social Worker - Manchester - Child Protection Team - £39ph

Added 01/10/2026

Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Manchester - £39 per hourAn experienced Social Worker is required to join a Safeguarding Team based in Manchester. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential.Benefits of this Social Worker role include:Effective inductionCaseload of 10-12 FamiliesExcellent rate of payReflective supervisionLong term contracts availableClearly...

Social Worker - Salford - Child Protection Team - £39ph

Added 01/10/2026

Social Worker - Child Protection Child In Need Team - Salford - £39 per hourAn experienced Social Worker is required to join a Child Protection Child In Need Team based in Salford. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential.Benefits of this Social Worker role include:Effective inductionCaseload of 10-12...

Social Worker - Cheshire East - Child Protection Team - £41ph

Added 01/10/2026

Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Cheshire East - £41 per hourAn experienced Social Worker is required to join a Safeguarding Team based in Cheshire East. You will have the opportunity to put your previous experience to good use whilst being surrounded by a strong supportive network of experienced Social Workers and managers.You will have a caseload of around 10-12 Families and as a worker you will be provided with a comprehensive induction, training, help and advice to enable you to reach your full potential.Benefits of this Social Worker role include:Effective inductionCaseload of 10-12 FamiliesExcellent rate of payReflective supervisionLong term...

Social Worker - Support & Protection - Isle of Wight

Added 02/11/2026

Support & Protection Social WorkerIsle of Wight | Children's Services £42.00 per hour UmbrellaUp to £250 per week accommodation allowanceCaritas Recruitment is currently looking for 2 experienced Children's Social Workers to join the Support & Protection Service on the Isle of Wight.This is a great opportunity for experienced Social Workers looking for their next locum assignment, with an enhanced package available to support candidates working on the island.The package£42.00 per hour Umbrella/LimitedUp to £250 per week accommodation allowance, subject to production of a valid receipt/tenancy1 return car ferry fare using the Council's booking portalBased at County Hall, Newport, Isle of...

Child Protection Chair - Oxfordshire

Added 28/10/2026

Child Protection Chair - OxfordshireLocation: Countywide across Oxfordshire Working pattern: Hybrid, with office attendance required 3 days per week Pay rate: £47.50 per hour, umbrella Contract: Initial 6-month placement, currently required until March 2027 Service: Provider Services & SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Child Protection Chair to join its Provider Services & Safeguarding service. This is a countywide position supporting the delivery of effective child protection arrangements and positive outcomes for children and families.The roleYou will be responsible for chairing Child Protection Conferences and supporting high-quality safeguarding practice across Oxfordshire. The service takes a relational and strengths-based approach...

Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection - West Sussex

Added 26/10/2026

Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Child ProtectionWest Sussex County Council | Western Area (Chichester/Bognor Regis) £42.00 per hour | Full-Time | Hybrid WorkingCaritas Recruitment is working with West Sussex County Council to recruit an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Western Area Team, based at County Hall, Chichester.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner with strong frontline safeguarding and child protection experience to join a supportive team focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and families.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake high-quality assessments and care planningComplete child protection and safeguarding investigationsCarry out direct work with children and familiesAssess risk and...

Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection - West Sussex

Added 26/10/2026

Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Child ProtectionWest Sussex County Council | East Area (Crawley Library Base) £42.00 per hour (Umbrella) Full-Time Contract Hybrid Working AvailableCaritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the East Area Team based in Crawley, West Sussex.This is an excellent opportunity for a practitioner with strong frontline safeguarding and child protection experience who is passionate about achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families.About the RoleAs a Children's Social Worker, you will be at the forefront of assessing need and risk, undertaking high-quality assessments, care planning, and child protection investigations....

Senior Social Worker - Locality Child Protection - Wakefield Council

Added 21/10/2026

Senior Social Worker - Locality Child Protection Team Wakefield Council - Hemsworth £35 per hour UmbrellaAre you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next contract opportunity?Wakefield Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join its Locality Child Protection Team based in Hemsworth on an initial 3-month contract.In this role, you'll manage a complex caseload involving child protection, children in need, assessments and court work, working as part of a supportive locality team committed to achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families.Key Details:Senior Social Worker - Children's ServicesLocality Child Protection TeamLocation: Hemsworth, Wakefield (WF9)Rate: £35 per hour...

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...

Social Worker - Cheshire West - Child Protection - £39ph

Added 01/10/2026

Social Worker - Child In Need Team - Cheshire West - £39 per hourWe are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Children's Team based in Cheshire West.The successful candidate will have experience in Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need and Court Work.Benefits of this Social Worker role include:* Supportive team * Competitive rates * Opportunities for long term advancement * Agile working * Negotiable condensed working weekResponsibilities of this Social Worker role include:* Working with children on the child protection register and children in need * Undertaking duty and home visits * Attending court *...

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...

Children's SSW - Duty & Short Term Help Team - Walsall

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Duty and Short-Term Help Team in Walsall. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by responding promptly to new referrals, assessing needs and providing focused support at times of crisis or change. You will manage a varied caseload, undertaking high-quality assessments and making timely, evidence-based decisions in line with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding procedures. Your duties will include responding to contacts and referrals, identifying risk, completing child and family assessments, developing outcome-focused plans and coordinating appropriate services. You will provide short-term...