Senior Practitioner - Family Safeguarding Team (West)

Added 23/10/2025

Senior Practitioner - Family Safeguarding Team (West)Join Hertfordshire County Council's Family Safeguarding Team West as a Senior Practitioner and make a real difference to children and families. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to work within an innovative Family Safeguarding Model that focuses on collaboration and positive outcomes.What you'll do:Manage complex cases and support families through motivational interviewing and strength-based practice.Work closely with multi-agency partners to safeguard children and reduce risk.Provide high-quality assessments, court work, and care planning.About you:Qualified Social Worker with 3+ years post-qualified experience in frontline children's services.Strong assessment and court skills with...

Children's SP - Family Safeguarding Team - Peterborough

Added 24/10/2025

Join our dedicated Family Safeguarding Team in Peterborough as a Children's Social Worker (SP). In this pivotal role, you will work collaboratively with families to ensure the safety and well-being of children, implementing effective interventions and support strategies. You will be instrumental in assessing needs, developing care plans, and engaging with various stakeholders to promote positive outcomes for children and their families. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify risks and needs. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with families and multi-agency partners. Providing ongoing support and guidance to families, ensuring...

Senior Practitioner Family Assessment Centre

Added 08/07/2025

Deputy Manager - Family Assessment Centre (Qualified Social Worker)📍 South London | 🏡 4-Bed Residential Unit | 💼 1-Year Fixed Term💷 £40 per hour | 🕘 5 Days On-SiteAre you a Senior Practitioner looking to take the next step into management? This is a fantastic opportunity to join St Michael's Fellowship as a Deputy Manager in one of our Residential Family Assessment Centres. You'll be based in a 4-bed residential unit, supporting families through structured assessments and making a genuine difference in children's lives.What we're offering:£40/hour pay rateFull-time, 5 days on-site (No remote working)1-year fixed term contractAn excellent opportunity to...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Peterborough

Added 11/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass |Leicester, Lincoln or Peterborough Pay: £33ph Hours: 37 per weekCaritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a demanding caseload with independence, resilience, and strong organisational skills.RequirementsQualified...

Peterborough Council |Qualified Social Worker| Child Protection

Added 11/08/2025

Social Worker - Young People's Safeguarding team Location/hybrid working: Sand Martin House, Peterborough at least 2 days a week and work from home on other days but must be available for visits.Duty must be based in the office on duty days.Rate: £40ph umbrella (£296 per day)Job Information: We are Young People's Safeguarding which sits under Targeted Youth Support Service (TYSS) alongside Youth Justice. Completion of S17 assessments, direct work with young people aged 12-17 and their families to support and manage risk in areas such as mental health, exploitation, edge of care, reunification, risks outside the home.Caritas Recruitment is acting...

Children's Care Practitioner - Strategic Safeguarding Team - South Gloucestershire

Added 17/10/2025

South Gloucestershire Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Care Practitioner to join our Strategic Safeguarding Team. This pivotal role involves working collaboratively to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community. You will engage with families, provide advice, and support interventions to safeguard children at risk. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, we want to hear from you! As a Children's Care Practitioner, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing safeguarding plans in partnership with families and other professionals. Monitoring and reviewing the...

Walsall - Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding £32.67ph Hybrid

Added 14/10/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practitioner in Safeguarding to join our team in Walsall. This hybrid position offers a competitive rate of £32.67 per hour and is ideal for qualified social workers looking to make a significant impact in the community. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will play a vital role in safeguarding vulnerable individuals, ensuring their well-being and safety while providing expert guidance to less experienced colleagues. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing safeguarding plans for children and vulnerable adults. Providing expert supervision and support to social work staff and students. Collaborating...

Gloucestershire - Advanced Practitioner - Children and Families

Added 21/10/2025

Join our dedicated team in Gloucestershire as an Advanced Practitioner in the Children and Families sector within the Allied Health Professional (AHP) field. We are seeking a passionate and experienced individual who is committed to improving the lives of children and families through innovative practice and collaborative working. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality assessments, interventions, and support services to children and their families, ensuring their needs are met effectively and compassionately. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of children and families. Developing and implementing tailored intervention plans in collaboration...

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...

Bury - Children's Advanced Practitioner - EDT Team £40 p/h

Added 09/10/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Advanced Practitioner to join our Emergency Duty Team (EDT) in Bury. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team, providing critical support to children and families in crisis situations. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing immediate needs, ensuring the safety and welfare of children, and implementing effective interventions in line with statutory guidelines. Key responsibilities include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families in urgent situations. Developing and implementing care plans that address identified needs. Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure comprehensive support. Providing support and...

Resolve Practitioner

Added 01/10/2025

Caritas Futures is proud to partner with a leading charity dedicated to providing top-tier support services to children and young people facing emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Resolve Practitioner to join a trauma-informed, early intervention service supporting young people affected by Domestic violence and recent adverse experiences.As a Wellbeing Practitioner, you'll be part of a diverse team of professionals and volunteers, working together to provide timely, targeted support to children and young people aged 8-18. Using a range of creative and therapeutic approaches, the service focuses on emotional recovery, building personal...

Advanced Practitioner - Families First | Trafford Hybrid £37ph

Added 25/09/2025

Advanced Practitioner - Families First | Trafford Hybrid £37phAdvert: Trafford Council is seeking an Advanced Practitioner to join our Families First (Child in Need) service. This hybrid role offers £37 per hour and the opportunity to start ASAP.You will work on a locality basis, supporting children and families requiring social work assessments. Your responsibilities include section 47 enquiries, child and family assessments, holding a manageable caseload, and building relational partnerships to safely step down plans in line with family needs.As an Advanced Practitioner, you will coach, support, and supervise staff or students, contributing to their professional development. Candidates with UASC...

Advanced Practitioner - Children in Care | Bury Council

Added 25/09/2025

Advanced Practitioner - Children in Care | Bury CouncilAdvert: Bury Council is seeking two Advanced Practitioners to join our Care and Support Service (Children in Care Team). This permanent role offers a salary of £48,226 - £49,282 per year, with interviews taking place on 1st October at Bury Town Hall (slots available at 2pm and 4pm).As an Advanced Practitioner, you will:Carry a caseload of children in foster care, residential care, and other placements.Build trusting relationships with children and families, keeping their voices central to planning and decision-making.Undertake reunification work where possible, supporting safe returns home.Provide guidance to colleagues and share...

Emotional Health & Wellbeing Practitioner

Added 03/09/2025

Caritas Futures is proud to partner with a leading charity dedicated to providing top-tier support services to children and young people facing emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Wellbeing Practitioner to join a trauma-informed, early intervention service supporting young people affected by recent adverse experiences.As a Wellbeing Practitioner, you'll be part of a diverse team of professionals and volunteers, working together to provide timely, targeted support to children and young people aged 8-18. Using a range of creative and therapeutic approaches, the service focuses on emotional recovery, building personal resilience, and empowering...

Advanced Practitioner - Children's Services | Northumberland

Added 09/07/2025

🌟 Advanced Practitioner - Children's Services (Welcome to West) 📍 Hexham, Dene Park House, NE46 1HN 💷 £28.82 per hour (Umbrella) 🕒 Full-Time | Flexible Hybrid Working | Free Onsite ParkingFor 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 Northumberland County Council is seeking a skilled and experienced Advanced Practitioner to join the Welcome to West Locality Children's Services Team, based in Hexham. This is an excellent...