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 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...

Social Worker - Childrens Social Care

Added 05/11/2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our Children’s Social Care team. In this role, you will work collaboratively with children, families, and various stakeholders to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable children in our community. Your expertise will be crucial in assessing needs, developing care plans, and providing support to families to foster positive outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing individualized care...

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 - Portsmouth

Added 04/11/2025

Portsmouth City Council is seeking a dedicated and passionate Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic Qualified Social Work team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring that children in care receive the highest standards of advocacy and support, facilitating effective reviews of their care plans, and promoting their rights and best interests. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you! Key responsibilities include: Conducting and chairing independent reviews for children in care, ensuring their voices are heard. Collaborating with social workers,...

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...

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.

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...