Service Manager - Children We Care For & Leaving Care - Oxfordshire

Added 27/10/2026

Service Manager - Children We Care For & Leaving CareOxfordshire County Council, Abingdon £48.64 UmbrellaCaritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Service Manager to join Oxfordshire County Council, leading the Children We Care For & Leaving Care Service across South Oxfordshire.This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced children's social care professional who can combine strategic oversight with strong operational leadership, driving service improvement and positive outcomes for children in care, care leavers and unaccompanied children and young people.The RoleAs Service Manager, you will:Provide strategic and operational leadership across a large and complex Children We Care For and...

Children's SW - Care Planning and Support Team - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Care Planning and Support Team in North Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people by providing safe, effective and child-centred social work that promotes positive outcomes and long-term stability. You will manage a varied caseload involving children who may be looked after, subject to care planning arrangements or requiring ongoing support. Your responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, identifying risks and needs, developing and reviewing care plans, and ensuring that children’s views, wishes and feelings remain central to all decisions. You will...

Children's SW - Leaving Care Team - Reading

Added 11/11/2026

An experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker is required to join a Leaving Care Team in Reading. This is an opportunity to support young people as they move from care into adulthood, helping them build the skills, confidence and stability needed to achieve their goals. You will manage a caseload of care leavers, developing positive and effective relationships while ensuring their voices, wishes and feelings remain central to planning and decision-making. Your responsibilities will include completing assessments, preparing and reviewing Pathway Plans, coordinating support and undertaking regular visits and statutory reviews. You will work with young people aged 16 to...

Adult's SW - Transfer of Care Integrated Team - Tameside

Added 10/11/2026

An experienced Adult Social Worker is required to join a Transfer of Care Integrated Team, supporting people to move safely and effectively from hospital or other care settings into the most appropriate community-based support. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by promoting independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for adults, their families and carers. You will complete strengths-based assessments, identify eligible needs and develop person-centred support plans in partnership with individuals and relevant professionals. Your responsibilities will include facilitating safe discharges, arranging appropriate care and support, reviewing outcomes and responding to changing circumstances. You will work closely with...

Children's SP - CIC/Care Leavers Team - Staffordshire

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a team supporting children in care and care leavers across Staffordshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives by helping them achieve stability, develop independence and reach their full potential. You will manage a varied caseload of children in care and care leavers, completing assessments, preparing care plans and reviewing arrangements in line with legislation, statutory guidance and professional standards. You will build positive, purposeful relationships with young people, ensuring their wishes and feelings remain central to planning and decision-making. The role...

Children's SW - We Care For Team - Milton Keynes

Added 07/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a supportive team in Milton Keynes. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and their families by providing high-quality social work services and promoting positive outcomes. You will manage a varied caseload involving children and families with a range of needs, ensuring that all work is completed in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and professional standards. Your responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, identifying risk and need, developing and reviewing care plans, and coordinating effective support with families and partner agencies. You will work...

Children's SW - Complex Care Needs Team - Wakefield

Added 06/11/2026

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Children's SSW - CIC/Leaving Care Team - Suffolk

Added 05/11/2026

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Team Manager - Leaving Care - Southend

Added 30/10/2026

Team Manager - Leaving CareSouthend-on-Sea City Council £55,224 - £60,805 per annum Permanent | Full Time Hybrid working | Minimum 3 days on-site at the Civic CentreCaritas Recruitment is supporting Southend-on-Sea City Council with the recruitment of a permanent Team Manager - Leaving Care.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Work professional to take a key leadership role, managing a multidisciplinary team that includes Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, Children & Families Workers and administrative staff. The RoleAs Team Manager, you will provide strong operational and professional leadership, ensuring services for children and young people are delivered consistently...

Assistant Team Manager - Children's Social Care - Oxfordshire

Added 09/10/2026

Assistant Team Manager - Children's Social CareOxfordshireHybrid Working (3 days per week in the office)Competitive Pay RateDriving Licence & Access to a Vehicle RequiredCaritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join Oxfordshire Children's Services.This is an exciting opportunity to support the leadership of a frontline team, ensuring children and families receive timely assessments, effective safeguarding interventions, and high-quality support.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide line management and support to Social Workers and Children's Practitioners.Support the Team Manager with service development and performance.Oversee safeguarding practice, child protection planning, and legal casework.Promote Oxfordshire's Family Safeguarding Plus model and group supervision approach.Ensure...

Personal Advisor - Leaving Care Team - Croydon

Added 07/10/2026

Personal Advisor - Leaving Care TeamLocation: Croydon Rate: £29.72ph Umbrella (Pre) | £31.15ph Umbrella (Post) Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for dedicated and passionate Personal Advisors to support young people transitioning from care into independent adulthood within Croydon's Leaving Care Service.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of care-experienced young people, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and access the support they need to thrive.The RoleAs a Personal Advisor, you will work closely with young people leaving care, providing practical guidance, emotional support and advocacy throughout their journey to independence.You will be responsible...

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...

Children’s Social Care Head of Service - Safeguarding (Grade 5)

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Service to lead and strengthen safeguarding services within Children’s Social Care. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a qualified social worker who can provide clear direction, inspire professional excellence and ensure children and young people receive safe, effective and timely support. You will hold strategic and operational responsibility for safeguarding practice, working across social care and partner agencies to promote robust assessment, planning and decision-making. You will lead service improvement, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and practice standards. A key part...

Child In Care Social Worker - Nottingham

Added 03/11/2026

CIC Social WorkerPlease 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 recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to work with Nottingham City Council, supporting Children in Care and young people with a range of complex needs. £37.50 per hour Umbrella | £27.91 PAYE | 37 hours per week | Inside IR35 This role involves working with Children in Care (CIC), Children...

Social Worker - Children in Care (CIC) - Essex County Council

Added 23/10/2026

Locum Social Worker - Children in Care (CIC) WestEssex County Council - Harlow £288 Umbrella Initial 3-Month Contract - Full TimeCaritas Recruitment is working with Essex County Council to recruit an experienced Children in Care Social Worker to join their highly regarded CIC West Team based in Harlow.This is a fantastic opportunity to join an Outstanding local authority committed to high-quality practice, strong management support, and positive outcomes for children and young people in care.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of children and young people in care up to 18 years old.Undertake visits and build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families.Develop...