Children's IRO - Durham

Added 14/10/2025

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Durham County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic Qualified Social Work team. In this vital role, you will ensure that the voices of children and young people are heard and their rights upheld within the care system. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of care planning and safeguarding practices. As a Children's IRO, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting independent reviews of care plans for children and young people in care, ensuring compliance...

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...

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...

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...

Children's IRO - Gateshead

Added 21/10/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our team in Gateshead. As an IRO, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the voice of the child is heard in the decision-making processes affecting their lives. You will work closely with children, families, and professionals to promote the best outcomes for vulnerable children and young people in our care. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting independent reviews of children’s care plans and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Facilitating meetings and consultations with children, families, and care providers to gather feedback and assess...

IRO & Child Protection Chair - Pembrokeshire

Added 23/09/2025

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Chair - Pembrokeshire County Council Location: County Hall, Freemans Way, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP Pay: PAYE £28.05 per hour | Umbrella/Ltd £35.77 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Temporary (12 weeks, long-term sickness cover) IR35: Inside IR35The RolePembrokeshire County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Chair to join our Children's Services team. This role will play a vital part in achieving positive outcomes for looked after and accommodated children, by ensuring robust quality assurance and statutory reviewing functions.As an Independent Reviewing Officer, you will:Deliver...

Non Case Holding - Bespoke Assessment ( Pre-Birth/Parenting Assess.) - Durham

Added 24/10/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Qualified Social Worker to join our team in Durham as a Non Case Holding - Bespoke Assessment Specialist, focusing on Pre-Birth and Parenting Assessments. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth assessments of families and individuals to ensure the best outcomes for children and parents. Your expertise will contribute to the development of tailored support plans that address the unique needs of each family. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive pre-birth and parenting assessments in accordance with local and national guidelines. Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to gather relevant...

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...

Durham Council |Social Worker| Adoption Team

Added 17/10/2025

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 SW - Adoption Team - Durham

Added 16/10/2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Join our Adoption Team in Durham, where you will play a crucial role in supporting children in need of loving homes. We are seeking a dynamic individual who is committed to promoting the welfare and best interests of children through effective adoption practices. As a Children’s Social Worker in the Adoption Team, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of prospective adoptive families to ensure suitability. Providing ongoing support and guidance to children and families throughout the...

Team Manager | Durham | Fostering

Added 24/09/2025

We are currently recruiting for County Durham Social Services for an experienced Team Manager to manage a Fostering team. Ideally you will have been a manager or Assistant Manager within social services and have worked or managed a team in the past.The post holder will be managing a team of fostering social workers, and will have the support of a social work consultant (similar to deputy manager). The team are responsible for the regulatory compliance of approved mainstream foster carers in the South of the County.The team manager has oversight of the fostering service statutory requirements, ensuring service delivery and...