Derbyshire - Supervising Social Worker - Kinship Assessment Team

Added 04/11/2025

Join our dedicated team in Derbyshire as a Supervising Social Worker within the Kinship Assessment Team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for assessing the suitability of kinship placements for children in need, ensuring their safety and well-being while promoting positive family connections. You will work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and other professionals to facilitate effective kinship care arrangements. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of kinship carers, including home visits, interviews, and background checks. Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for court proceedings and local authority decision-making. Providing ongoing supervision and support to kinship carers,...

Head of Fostering & Kinship - Devon CC | £650/day | Full-time

Added 09/07/2025

🌟 Head of Service - Fostering and Kinship Care 📍 Devon County Council - Any DCC Office Location (Hybrid) 🕒 Full-Time | 2-3 Days per Week in the Office 💷 £650 per day (Ltd) 📅 Interim/Locum OpportunityFor 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.comDevon County Council is seeking a motivated and experienced senior leader to take on the pivotal role of Head of Service for Fostering...

East Riding - Senior Social Worker - Long Term Social Work Team

Added 01/11/2025

Join the East Riding of Yorkshire Council as a Senior Social Worker in our Long Term Social Work Team, where you will play a pivotal role in improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families within our community. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced social worker to provide leadership, mentoring, and support to a dedicated team while ensuring the highest standards of practice are maintained in line with statutory requirements. As a Senior Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include: Managing a complex caseload of children and families, conducting assessments and developing care plans. Providing supervision and support...

Southampton - Adults Social Worker - Connect Team

Added 28/10/2025

Join our dedicated team at Southampton City Council as an Adults Social Worker within the Connect Team. We are looking for passionate and skilled individuals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of adults in our community. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of individuals, developing care plans, and ensuring that services are delivered effectively and efficiently. Your expertise will play a vital role in promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable adults. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs and preferences of service users....

Adults Social Worker | SGA Hub in Mental Health Team | Ealing

Added 27/10/2025

Adults Social Worker | Safeguarding Adults (SGA) Hub, Mental Health Team | Ealing CouncilRate: Up to £36 per hour (umbrella) | Hybrid working (3 days office-based) | 35 hours per weekCaritas Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to join Ealing Council's Safeguarding Adults (SGA) Hub, working within the Mental Health Social Care Team.This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable practitioner with strong legal understanding and a passion for safeguarding vulnerable adults. The role focuses on managing complex enquiries, ensuring robust risk management, and achieving positive outcomes for residents with mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesAct 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 - 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 - 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 - 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...

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.

Newcastle Council |Social Worker| Long Term Team

Added 17/10/2025

Newcastle Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Long-Term Team. We are looking for a skilled professional to manage complex cases and provide leadership in our child protection services. This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in the Newcastle area.Key Responsibilities:Manage a complex and diverse caseload of children and families.Conduct comprehensive risk and parenting assessments and develop effective care plans.Prepare high-quality, evidence-based reports for court proceedings.Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced social workers within the team.Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure...

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...

Adults Social Worker | Transitions Team | Richmond & Wandsworth

Added 07/10/2025

Adults Social Worker | Preparing for Adulthood Team (Transitions) | Richmond & Wandsworth Council Rate: Up to £32 per hour (umbrella) | Hybrid working | 36 hours per week Caritas Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join Wandsworth Council's Preparing for Adulthood (Transitions) Team.This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional passionate about supporting young people as they transition into adulthood, helping them achieve independence and positive outcomes. The role offers flexible hybrid working, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real impact within the local community.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of approximately 20...

Stockport Council |Social Worker| Early Adulthood Team

Added 03/10/2025

This is an exciting time to join The Early Adulthood Team as we grow to best support the residents of Stockport prepare for adulthood. We are looking for a Social Worker who can support young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to develop their goals and aspirations. Support them to work towards employment, independent living, good health and having an active role in their community.Your RoleTo work with young people 14+ to support them to develop their skills and independence in preparation for adulthood. To assess young people and adults under The Care Act. To provide an assessment,...

Southwork Council |Social Worker| Move On Support Team

Added 03/10/2025

Our Adult Social Care - Move On Support Team is looking for a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our innovative service and help transform lives today.About the Role:As a Social Worker in the Move On Support Team (MOST), you'll provide targeted social work support to adults with complex mental health needs living in or moving on from supported accommodation, residential care, and secure settings.You will undertake person-centred, strengths-based assessments, with a focus on recovery, independence, and reducing long-term dependence on high-support placements. Whether facilitating a step-down into independent living or reviewing existing arrangements to ensure they are fit...