Assistant Team Manager - Fostering | Reading | £42ph Hybrid

Added 03/11/2025

Assistant Team Manager - Fostering | Reading | £42ph HybridLocation: The Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU Contract: Assistant Team Manager - Independent Fostering Agency Rate: Up to £42 per hour Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office-based, including visits) Start: October 2025 (transition to Reading Borough Council in-house fostering)Join Reading Borough Council's fostering service as an Assistant Team Manager during an exciting period of transition. You'll lead a small team of social workers, overseeing foster carer assessments, supervision, and support for 53 fostering households. This leadership role is pivotal in ensuring continuity, quality, and improvement as services move in-house....

Durham Council |Social Worker| Adoption Team

Added 06/11/2025

Social worker with experience of adoption required for 6 month period initially, to work across the adoption team. This is a team which works closely alongside the permanence team and is driving forward changes in adoption practise including how post adoption support is delivered.Working on all elements delivered by the adoption team. including post adoption support, access to records and none agency adoption. Some experience of adoption social work is required.Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Children's SSW - Assessment Team - Durham

Added 24/10/2025

Join our dedicated team at Durham as a Children’s Social Worker (SSW) in the Assessment Team, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing intervention strategies, and collaborating with families and partner agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children in need. You will work in a dynamic environment, engaging with children, families, and other professionals to gather relevant information and support effective decision-making. Key responsibilities will include: Conducting initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of children’s needs. Developing and implementing child...

Children's TM - Adoption Team - Durham

Added 24/10/2025

Join our dedicated Children's TM - Adoption Team in Durham as a Qualified Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of children and families. In this position, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of adoption cases, conducting assessments, and providing support to children and their adoptive families. You will work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including local authorities, schools, and healthcare providers, to ensure the best outcomes for children in need of permanent homes. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to determine suitability for adoption. Developing and...

Children's SSW - Assessment Team - Durham

Added 24/10/2025

Join our dedicated Assessment Team in Durham as a Children's Social Worker (SSW) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. In this vital role, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, developing intervention plans, and providing support to vulnerable children and their families. Your expertise will help ensure that children are safeguarded and their needs are met effectively. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting initial and ongoing assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing support plans in collaboration with families and other professionals. Maintaining accurate records and documentation...

Children's IRO - Durham

Added 29/10/2025

Join our dedicated team in Durham as a Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) and make a significant impact in the lives of children and young people. In this vital role, you will ensure that the views and wishes of children are heard and considered in their care planning processes. You will be responsible for chairing reviews, monitoring care plans, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, all while promoting the best interests of the children and young people in our care. Your key responsibilities will include: Chairing and facilitating Child Looked After reviews to ensure children's voices are central to their...

Children's IRO - Durham

Added 29/10/2025

Durham County Council is seeking a dedicated and passionate Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic Qualified Social Work team. This role is crucial in ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard, and that their needs are met through high-quality reviews of their care plans. As a Children’s IRO, you will work closely with children, families, and various stakeholders to promote the best outcomes for those in care. Key responsibilities include: Conducting regular reviews of care plans for children and young people in care, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Facilitating meetings and engaging with...

Children's IRO - Durham

Added 24/10/2025

Durham County Council is seeking a passionate and dedicated Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic Qualified Social Work team. In this critical role, you will ensure that the needs and voices of children and young people in care are at the forefront of our practice. You will be responsible for chairing care planning meetings, reviewing care plans, and ensuring that children’s rights are upheld throughout their care journey. Your key responsibilities will include: Chairing statutory reviews for children and young people in care, ensuring their views and wishes are heard and considered. Monitoring the effectiveness of care...

Team Manager - Disabled Children's Team, Oxfordshire

Added 10/09/2025

Team Manager - Disabled Children's Team | Kidlington (Ron Groves House)We are looking for an experienced Team Manager to join our Disabled Children's Team in the South region. This is a hands-on leadership role, based at Ron Groves House, Kidlington, requiring 3 days per week in the office.Rates:£38.12 per hour PAYE£47.50 per hour Umbrella (maximum rate)Benefits / Allowances:£100 per week accommodation allowance (receipts required)Business mileage claimableRole Requirements:Proven experience managing a children's social care team, preferably within disability servicesStrong leadership, organisation, and communication skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a collaborative teamThis is a fantastic opportunity for an...

Stockport Council |Team Manager Hospital Social Work Team

Added 11/08/2025

Stockport (SMBC) require a strong and dynamic team manager to work within ARCH, our hospital discharge team, at Stepping Hill Hospital. The manager is required to have a minimum of 3 years experience .Manager would need to have thorough knowledge around all aspects of legislation, (Care Act, safeguarding, MCA, BIM etc), managing and supervising social workers, and unqualified staff to support with discharges from hospital, combination of all pathway work. Manager will be based in Stepping Hill hospital and Regent House, Stockport. Experience is required of managing a large number of staff including social workers, ASYE, apprenticships. Working hours are...

West Northampton - Assistant Team Manager

Added 06/11/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Assistant Team Manager to join our dynamic team in West Northampton, specializing in Qualified Social Work. In this pivotal role, you will support the Team Manager in overseeing the delivery of high-quality social work services, ensuring that the needs of children, families, and vulnerable adults are met effectively and compassionately. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your leadership skills in a supportive environment. Your key responsibilities will include: Assisting in the management and supervision of social work staff, providing guidance and support to ensure best practices...

Children's Team Manager

Added 04/11/2025

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Children's Team Manager to lead our dynamic social work team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee service delivery, ensuring that our team provides high-quality support to vulnerable children and their families. You will play a key role in developing and implementing strategies that promote the welfare and safety of children while fostering a positive team environment. Your key responsibilities will include: Leading a team of social workers and support staff, providing guidance, supervision, and professional development. Managing casework...

Children Team Manager - Early Help

Added 18/09/2025

Job Title: Children Team Manager - Early HelpLocation: MerseysidePay: 46/hourHybrid working Key responsibilities include leading staff, managing complex casework, fostering strong multi-agency partnerships, promoting best practices like systemic and whole-family approaches, quality-assuring casework, and ensuring the delivery of effective, responsive, and relationship-based services that promote positive outcomes for children and families. Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Locum Team Manager - Adolescent Support (Croydon, Hybrid)

Added 10/07/2025

🚨 Locum Team Manager - Adolescent Support Team (Young Croydon) 🚨 Rate: £45.20 per hour | Start Date: August (TBC) | End Date: February 2025 Interviews: 31st July - Please ensure availability on this date Location: Croydon | Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days in the officeFor an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com Croydon Council is seeking an experienced...

Quality Assurance Manager | Jersey | £60ph

Added 03/11/2025

Quality Assurance Manager | Jersey | £58ph | Children's Social CareLocation: Jersey (island-based, no hybrid working) Contract: Agency | 6 months | £60.00 per hour Closing Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025, 17:00Join Jersey's Children's Social Care as a Quality Assurance Manager and lead the drive for excellence in safeguarding, practice, and service delivery. You'll oversee the Feedback Service, Designated Officer, and Practice Development Leads, ensuring insights from audits, feedback, and performance data lead to meaningful improvements for children and families. This pivotal role requires expert knowledge of children's social care, strong analytical and leadership skills, and a commitment to evidence-informed...