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Children's MASH Social WorkerAbout the RoleKey ResponsibilitiesEffectively triage and evaluate all incoming referrals relating to children and families.Gather, analyse and assess information from multiple sources to make informed recommendations.Undertake assessments relating to Children in Need (Section 17) and children at risk of significant harm requiring Section 47 enquiries.Participate in Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) discussions and decision-making processes.Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure robust safeguarding arrangements.Provide clear, balanced and evidence-based professional opinions.Identify appropriate support pathways, including Early Help and Children's Social Care services.Maintain a child-centred approach, ensuring the best interests of children remain at the forefront of all decision-making.Demonstrate strong analytical thinking, professional curiosity and reflective practice.Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, health, safety and wellbeing in all areas of practice.About YouSocial Work England registration.Qualified Social Worker status.Experience within Children's Social Care, MASH, Duty & Assessment, Front Door or Safeguarding services.Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989, including Sections 17 and 47.Excellent assessment, analytical and risk management skills.Experience working within multi-agency environments.The ability to make sound decisions within tight timescales.Strong communication and partnership-working abilities.Why Join This Team?Integral role within a well-established Family Front Door and MASH service.Opportunity to influence safeguarding outcomes at the earliest stage.Collaborative multi-agency working environment.Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.Office base in Bridgwater with home working available following induction.Why Work With Davina & Caritas?23 years of recruitment experience providing honest, knowledgeable guidance throughout your job search.Straightforward and transparent approach - no pressure, no hard sell, just realistic advice and support.Trusted Social Work recruitment specialists with established relationships across local authorities throughout England and Wales.Ongoing support before, during and after placement, ensuring you have a dedicated point of contact throughout your journey.

The RoleCompleting timely, structured and analytical assessments.Carrying out purposeful home visits and ensuring families remain informed throughout the assessment process.Identifying, analysing and responding to safeguarding concerns and risks.Contributing to strategy discussions, child protection enquiries and planning processes.Building effective, trusting relationships with children and families using a trauma-informed, child-centred and strengths-based approach.Working collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated planning and effective information sharing.Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring all documentation meets statutory and local authority standards.Managing a varied caseload effectively and working within statutory timescales.Participating in reflective supervision, continuous professional development and contributing positively to a supportive team culture.RequirementsHold a recognised Social Work qualification.Be registered with Social Work England.Have a minimum of three years' experience in a permanent post within a Local Authority Children's Services team.Demonstrate strong assessment, safeguarding and child protection experience.Possess excellent communication, analytical and report-writing skills.Be committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.What's on Offer?Competitive locum rates.Supportive and experienced management team.Flexible working arrangements where available.Opportunity to work within a well-established Duty & Assessment service.Ongoing professional development and reflective supervision.

What We're Looking ForQualified Social Worker with current Social Care Wales registrationMinimum 3 years' post-qualified experience gained within permanent rolesStrong assessment, risk analysis and safeguarding skillsExperience working within statutory Children's ServicesAbility to manage referrals, conduct assessments and make informed recommendationsConfident decision-maker capable of working autonomously in a remote environmentAvailability to commit to the next three monthsKey ResponsibilitiesUndertake Front Door and Assessment work within Children's ServicesScreen and assess incoming referralsComplete timely child and family assessmentsAnalyse risk and identify safeguarding concernsWork collaboratively with partner agencies and professionalsEnsure robust recording and compliance with statutory requirementsContribute to positive outcomes for children and familiesWhy Work With Me & Caritas?23 years of specialist recruitment experience supporting Social Workers across England and Wales.Straightforward, honest communication with clear updates and genuine feedback throughout the process.A supportive, relationship-led approach where you're treated as a professional, not just a CV.Trusted Caritas backing, with long-standing local authority partnerships, strong compliance processes and access to roles not always advertised publicly.A Straightforward, Supportive Approach to Recruitment Let's Have a Proper Conversation

Join a Busy Frontline Duty Team in CannockKey ResponsibilitiesManaging new referralsCompleting Section 47 enquiriesUndertaking initial visitsCompleting Child & Family AssessmentsDelivering direct intervention during assessment periodsWorking closely with partner agencies to safeguard childrenPay Rates (MOU Aligned)What's on Offer?Why Work With Davina at Caritas?23 years' recruitment experienceHonest advice and clear communicationReal insight into teams, culture and caseloadsNo pressure, no sales pitch - just straightforward support

📍 Louth, Lincolnshire | 💼 Locum Contract | 🚗 Free Parking | 🏡 Hybrid Working

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join a welcoming, supportive and stable frontline team in Louth, Lincolnshire.

This is a LOCUM opportunity working with children and families from referral through to Child in Need, Child Protection and Care Proceedings, alongside strong partner agencies including Family Help, Family Group Decision Making and Health.

The Role

You will:

Complete Child & Family AssessmentsManage CIN and CP plansWork directly with children, families and partner agencies to safeguard childrenHold cases within Private and Public Law ProceedingsWhat's on Offer?

✅ Stable and supportive team environment
✅ Strong multi-agency working relationships
✅ Beautiful rural location in the Lincolnshire Wolds
✅ Free on-site parking

RequirementsQualified Social WorkerSocial Work England registrationChild & Family Assessment experienceExperience managing CIN, CP and Court workWhy Work With Me & Caritas?23 years' recruitment experience Honest advice, clear communication and no pressureAccess to exclusive locum opportunities with trusted local authoritiesBacked by Caritas Recruitment, a leading specialist in Social Work recruitmentInterested?

Contact Davina Cripps at Caritas Recruitment for a confidential chat.

📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]

Know someone suitable? Refer them and earn £300 if we successfully place them.

The RoleComplete Child in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children workUndertake assessments, care planning and statutory visitsManage a diverse caseload of children and families requiring safeguarding interventionWork collaboratively with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomesPrepare high-quality reports for court, reviews and other statutory meetingsDevelop effective relationships with children, young people and families to support sustainable changeRequirementsA recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)Registration with Social Work EnglandA minimum of 3 years' permanent post-qualified experience within Children's ServicesExperience within Family Safeguarding, Child Protection, CIN or Assessment teamsStrong assessment, report writing and court work skillsFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred)Why Work With Davina & Caritas?23 years of recruitment experience, offering calm, knowledgeable guidance throughout your job search.Straightforward and honest advice with a focus on finding roles that genuinely fit your skills, values and lifestyle.No pressure recruitment - clear communication, realistic information and ongoing support before, during and after placement.Backed by Caritas Recruitment's trusted reputation, strong compliance processes and long-standing local authority partnerships across England and Wales.What You Can Expect

Key ResponsibilitiesManage Child in Need, Child Protection and Court casesComplete assessments, Section 47 investigations and risk analysesUndertake statutory visits and direct work with children and familiesDevelop, implement and review safety and intervention plansChair and contribute to multi-agency meetings, Core Groups and Child Protection ConferencesPrepare court reports, statements and legal documentationSupport Looked After Children and permanence planningMaintain accurate case recordings and meet statutory timescalesWork in accordance with the Children Act 1989/2004 and Working Together to Safeguard ChildrenRequirementsSocial Work England registrationQualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, BA or MA Social Work)Experience within Children's Safeguarding, Child Protection or Family Support teamsStrong assessment, court work and multi-agency working skillsWhy Work With Davina & Caritas?23 years' recruitment experience supporting Social Workers across the UKHonest, straightforward advice on teams, culture, rates and opportunitiesNo pressure approach focused on finding the right fit for youBacked by Caritas Recruitment, a trusted specialist with strong local authority partnerships

Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of Child in Need, safeguarding and step-up cases.Complete high-quality Children & Families Assessments, risk assessments and safety plans.Undertake direct work with children and families, ensuring the child's voice is central to practice.Develop and review Child in Need plans alongside families and partner agencies.Assess and manage risk relating to neglect, domestic abuse, parental mental health, substance misuse and exploitation.Work collaboratively with schools, health services, police and community partners.Maintain accurate records and reports in line with statutory requirements and timescales.About YouDegree in Social Work (or equivalent).Social Work England registered.Strong experience in Child in Need, safeguarding and statutory children's social work.Confident undertaking assessments, managing risk and making sound decisions.Skilled at building relationships and engaging families to achieve lasting change.Experience within Local Authority Children's Services.Why Work With Davina & Caritas?23 years' recruitment experience.Honest advice and clear communication throughout the process.Insight into team culture, caseloads and management support.Access to exclusive opportunities through Caritas' trusted Local Authority relationships.

🚨 Experienced Children's Social Workers - Ready for Your Next Locum Opportunity? 🚨

I'm currently working with Middlesbrough Children's Services to recruit an experienced Locum Advanced Practitioner to join their Children's Social Care team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled practitioner who enjoys supporting colleagues, managing complex work, and driving high-quality practice while benefiting from the flexibility and earning potential that locum work offers.

The Role

As a Locum Advanced Practitioner, you'll provide practice leadership and support across the team, helping to improve outcomes for children and families whilst working on complex safeguarding and child protection cases.

Key Responsibilities:Managing and supporting complex child protection, CIN and court cases.Providing mentoring and practice guidance to Social Workers.Supporting quality assurance and best practice across the service.Working closely with Team Managers and partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes for children and families.Requirements

✅ Qualified Social Worker

✅ Social Work England registration

✅ Significant post-qualified Children's Social Care experience

✅ Strong safeguarding, child protection and court work experience

✅ Experience supporting and developing other practitioners

Why This Locum Role?Competitive hourly rate.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.Supportive management team.Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a well-established service.Immediate and ongoing contract opportunities.Looking for Children's Social Work Locum Roles in Middlesbrough?

This isn't the only opportunity I have available.

I am currently recruiting for multiple locum Children's Social Work vacancies across Middlesbrough, including:

Safeguarding TeamsAssessment TeamsChild Protection TeamsChildren Looked After TeamsSpecialist Children's Services

If you're interested in locum opportunities in Middlesbrough but this role isn't quite the right fit, get in touch and I'll talk you through what's currently available.

Why Work With Me & Caritas?23 years' recruitment experience, including extensive Social Work recruitment expertise.Honest, straightforward advice with no pressure or hard sell.Regular updates and ongoing support throughout your assignment.Access to exclusive locum opportunities through Caritas' long-standing local authority partnerships.Let's Have a Proper Conversation

Whether you're actively looking for your next assignment or just want to hear what's available in Middlesbrough, I'd be happy to help.

Davina Cripps
Senior Consultant | Caritas Recruitment

📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]

No pressure. No hard sell. Just honest, experienced support.

💷 Know a great Social Worker? Refer them to me and receive a £300 referral bonus if we successfully place them.