PERMChildren's SW - Adoption Team - Southend on sea

Added 20/10/2025

Join our dedicated Adoption Team in Southend on Sea as a Qualified Social Worker specializing in children's services. We are seeking a passionate and skilled professional to support children and families through the adoption process, ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children in our community. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and their adoptive families while working within a supportive and collaborative environment. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of prospective adopters and children in need of adoption. Developing and implementing effective adoption plans in collaboration with families...

Locum Adoption Social Worker - Southend-on-Sea (£38ph)

Added 10/07/2025

🌟 Locum Adoption Social Worker - Southend-on-Sea 🌟 Rate: £38 per hour | Location: Southend | Contract: Locum | Start: ASAPFor 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.comSouthend-on-Sea City Council is seeking an experienced Locum Adoption Social Worker to join their dedicated adoption service. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner to make a real impact in the lives of children and families by...

Gateshead Council |Social Worker| Childrens Team

Added 17/10/2025

Make a Real Difference - Join Gateshead's Children's Social Care TeamAt Gateshead, our vision is clear: every child and family-regardless of background-is at the heart of everything we do. We're here to help children thrive, reach their full potential, and feel safe, supported, and heard.We're proud to be rated 'Good' by Ofsted (2024), with strengthened early help systems, holistic community-based support, and a child-centred, relationship-based approach. Our teams are ambitious, innovative, and deeply committed to improving outcomes for children and families. We're investing in our workforce, expanding leadership, and embedding restorative and relational practice across our services.Now's the time to...

Childrens Advanced Practitioner (Atm)

Added 21/10/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children’s Advanced Practitioner (ATM) to join our dynamic team in the Qualified Social Work field. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing and enhancing the quality of social work practice while providing support to social workers in their day-to-day responsibilities. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families within our community. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supervising a team of social workers, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development. Conducting assessments and reviews of complex cases, ensuring compliance with statutory and...

Locum Senior Social Worker - Childrens MASH

Added 01/10/2025

🚨 Locum Senior Social Worker - MASH - Ipswich 🚨 💷 £39 per hour | Flexible Contract | Start ASAPAre you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for your next locum role? We're working with a supportive MASH team in Ipswich who need someone confident in assessments and decision-making to hit the ground running.What you'll be doing:✨ Gathering information and assessing following social care referrals ✨ Making clear, evidence-based recommendations in line with the Thresholds Document ✨ Working closely with families and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes ✨ Using your professional judgement to guide next steps and safeguard...

CAFCASS | Family Court Advisor| Childrens Services

Added 16/09/2025

Role Based across Coventry, Warwickshire & Wolverhampton JOB SUMMARY:To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts byassessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfareissues affecting a child or young person. Also, to influence those with parentalresponsibility to be more child-focused when needed, to advise the courts and LocalAuthorities about safeguarding concerns and about how a child's life can be improved,supporting judicial case management in the process.To achieve this, you will need to keep the child at the centre of your work through highquality direct work with children and their families as well as...

Adults Social Worker - Prevention Team - Southend

Added 24/10/2025

Adults Social Worker - Prevention Team - Southend - Car DriverJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is recruiting a permanent full-time Adults Social Worker to join its Prevention Team within Adult Social Care. This is a fast-paced role ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to promoting independence and wellbeing.As a Social Work England registered Social Worker, you will:Support adults aged 18+, young people transitioning to adult services, and their carersDeliver strengths-based assessments, safeguarding investigations, and mental capacity evaluationsLead Care Act assessments, statutory reviews, and best interest meetingsCollaborate with health and social care partners to deliver integrated supportEmpower...

Social Worker - A&I Team - Southend - Must Drive & 2yrs Exp

Added 24/10/2025

Social Worker - A&I Team - Southend - Must Drive & 2yrs ExpJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join its Assessment and Intervention (A&I) Team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with at least 2 years of A&I experience who are passionate about supporting children and families.In this role, you will:Deliver high-quality assessments and interventions for children and young peopleWork across CIN, CLA, CP, and Section 47 processesEnsure each child has a comprehensive Pathway Plan and risk assessmentContribute to the duty system and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teamsMaintain accurate case...

Social Worker - CWD Team - Southend - Must Drive & CWD Exp

Added 24/10/2025

Social Worker - CWD Team - Southend - Must Drive & CWD ExpJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a permanent full-time Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team within the Department of Children and Learning. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with CWD experience who are passionate about supporting children and families with complex needs.In this role, you will:Deliver high-quality casework and assessments for children with disabilitiesProvide support to families while maintaining a strong safeguarding approachPrepare care plans and reports for court proceedingsCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agenciesAct as the lead sensory Social Worker and...

Social Worker - CLA Team - Southend - Must Drive & Have Car

Added 24/10/2025

Social Worker - CLA Team - Southend - Must Drive & Have CarJob Advert:Join Southend-on-Sea's dedicated Children Looked After (CLA) team as a Qualified Social Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity for professionals with LAC experience who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people.You'll be working with children post-care proceedings, handling court work such as revocation of care orders, contact disputes, and adoption orders. Experience in court processes is highly desirable.Key Details:Salary: £39,152-£45,091Incentive: One-off £7,500 R&R payment after 3 years and 1 dayCaseload: Manageable, between 16-18 casesDuty Days: 1 day per week in-office...

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering - Southend - Drive

Added 24/10/2025

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering - Southend - DriveJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Supervising Social Worker to join its Fostering Support Team on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for qualified professionals with at least 2 years of current fostering experience who are passionate about supporting foster carers and improving outcomes for children.In this role, you will:Provide high-quality support and supervision to foster carersEnsure compliance with fostering regulations and statutory requirementsConduct assessments, reviews, and contribute to care planningCollaborate with multi-agency teams to safeguard childrenMaintain accurate records and contribute to performance reportingKey Details:Salary: £39,152-£45,091 (no movement...

Advanced Practitioner - Fostering - Southend - Must Drive

Added 24/10/2025

Advanced Practitioner - Fostering - Southend - Must DriveJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a full-time permanent Advanced Practitioner to join its Fostering Recruitment & Assessment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals with at least 3 years of current fostering experience and Advanced Practitioner status.In this role, you will:Deliver high-quality assessment, intervention, and therapeutic services to children and familiesManage complex cases and provide specialist advice and consultationConduct holistic assessments considering education, health, and social needsEnsure compliance with statutory requirements and council policiesAttend team meetings, participate in duty days, and contribute to continuous improvementKey Details:Salary: £46,142-£52,413 (no movement...

Fostering Social Worker - Southend - Must Drive & 2yrs Exp

Added 24/10/2025

Fostering Social Worker - Southend - Must Drive & 2yrs ExpJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is recruiting a Permanent Fostering Recruitment Social Worker to join its Department for People. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals with at least 2 years of current fostering experience to make a lasting impact on children and families.As part of the Fostering Recruitment Team, you'll:Deliver high-quality casework to children and young peopleConduct assessments, prepare care plans, and represent the Council in court proceedingsCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agenciesEnsure compliance with child protection legislation and fostering regulationsMaintain accurate records using ICT systems and contribute...

Full time Adoption Social Worker - Southend - Must Drive

Added 24/10/2025

Full time Adoption Social Worker - Southend - Must DriveJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Full time Adoption Social Worker to join its Children's Services team. This permanent role is ideal for qualified professionals with adoption experience looking to make a meaningful impact.As part of the Adoption Services department, you'll provide comprehensive casework to children, young people, families, and adopters. Responsibilities include:Recruiting, assessing, and supporting prospective adoptersPreparing detailed reports and presenting at panels, reviews, and courtEnsuring compliance with adoption legislation and council policiesCollaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and external agenciesKey Requirements:Recognised Social Work qualification Knowledge of child protection, looked after...

Part-Time Adoption Social Worker - Southend - Must Drive

Added 24/10/2025

Part-Time Adoption Social Worker - Southend - Must DriveJob Advert:Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Part-Time Adoption Social Worker to join its Children's Services team. This permanent role offers 15.5 hours per week and is ideal for qualified professionals with adoption experience looking to make a meaningful impact.As part of the Adoption Services department, you'll provide comprehensive casework to children, young people, families, and adopters. Responsibilities include:Recruiting, assessing, and supporting prospective adoptersPreparing detailed reports and presenting at panels, reviews, and courtEnsuring compliance with adoption legislation and council policiesCollaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and external agenciesKey Requirements:Recognised Social Work qualification Knowledge of...