Social Worker - Support & Safeguarding Team SouthSalisbury, Wiltshire£40 per hour37 Hours per WeekFlexible Hybrid Working AvailableFree Priority... Read more
Salisbury, Wiltshire
£40 per hour
37 Hours per Week
Flexible Hybrid Working Available
Free Priority Parking
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for 2 experienced Social Workers to join Wiltshire Council's Support & Safeguarding Team South.
Based in Salisbury, this busy and supportive safeguarding team works with children and families from assessment through to permanence. Working within Wiltshire's "One Journey" model, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children and families throughout their journey, ensuring the right support is in place at every stage.
The RoleManage a caseload of children from assessment through to permanence.Complete assessments and lead Child in Need and Child Protection plans.Work with families to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.Support legal planning and court work where required.Work alongside Family Keyworkers as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Receive regular reflective supervision and support from experienced managers.What's on Offer?£40 per hourFlexible hybrid workingProtected caseloads using a case weighting toolFree priority parking in central SalisburyPermanent and supportive management teamDedicated business supportWellbeing and secondary trauma support servicesLearning and development opportunities through Bath University partnershipsRequirementsSocial Work England registrationExperience within Children's Safeguarding servicesStrong assessment, Child in Need and Child Protection experienceAbility to manage complex caseloads and work effectively with families and partner agenciesFor more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Wiltshire, United KingdomTemporary
SEND Lead WorkerWiltshireUp to £179.30 Umbrella per dayHybrid Working - NegotiableCaritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for a SEND... Read more
Wiltshire
Up to £179.30 Umbrella per day
Hybrid Working - Negotiable
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for a SEND Lead Worker to join Wiltshire Council's SEND Service.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families. Acting as the main point of contact, you will coordinate support, provide advice and guidance, and ensure services work together to achieve positive outcomes.
The RoleAs a SEND Lead Worker, you will lead and coordinate the Education, Health and Care Needs (EHCN) assessment process, bringing together education, health and social care professionals to develop a holistic understanding of each child's needs. You will work closely with families, schools and partner agencies to ensure children and young people receive timely, person-centred support.
Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary point of contact for children, young people and families throughout their SEND journey.Coordinate Education, Health and Care Needs (EHCN) assessments.Organise and facilitate multi-agency meetings.Build effective relationships with families, schools and professionals.Develop and monitor outcome-focused support plans.Promote inclusion and early identification of additional needs.Provide information, guidance and advocacy to families.Ensure services work collaboratively to deliver effective support.RequirementsExperience working within SEND, Education, Children's Services or a related field.Strong understanding of the EHCN assessment process.Experience of multi-agency working and coordinating support plans.Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.A commitment to delivering person-centred outcomes for children and young people.What's on Offer?Hybrid working Meaningful and rewarding role supporting children and familiesCollaborative multi-agency working environmentOpportunity to make a real impact on outcomes for children and young peopleFor more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Wiltshire, United KingdomTemporary
Social Worker - Cared for Children (CLA) - KnowsleyLocation: Huyton, Merseyside Rate: £39.00ph Umbrella Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3... Read more
Social Worker - Cared for Children (CLA) - Knowsley
Location: Huyton, Merseyside
Rate: £39.00ph Umbrella
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days office-based)
Contract: 6 Months
Caritas Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join Knowsley's Cared for Children Service in a specialist role with a reduced caseload of just 10 children and young people.
This targeted position focuses on improving care planning, progressing outcomes and reducing delays for children in care. You will undertake bespoke direct work with children and young people, lead complex assessments and interventions, and support stable, long-term planning to help children achieve the best possible outcomes.
Why Apply?
* Reduced caseload of just 10 children and young people
* Opportunity to focus on meaningful, outcome-focused work
* Improve care planning and reduce drift and delay
* Hybrid working arrangement
* Competitive £39ph rate
* Supportive team and management structure
* 6-month contract with immediate impact
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake care planning and statutory reviews for Looked After Children
* Lead complex assessments and outcome-focused interventions
* Support children and young people to understand their life journey and care plans
* Build purposeful relationships with children, families and carers
* Work closely with partner agencies to manage risk and improve outcomes
* Contribute to practice development and support less experienced colleagues
Requirements
* Social Work England registration
* Experience within Children Looked After/Cared for Children services
* Strong safeguarding, assessment and court work experience
* Ability to manage complex risk and decision-making
* Child-centred and relationship-based approach to practice
Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment
* Access to a wide range of local authority opportunities
* Competitive hourly rates
* Simple registration process
* Weekly payroll
Interested?
To apply or find out more, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Caritas Recruitment
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07469 676076
Know someone who may be interested? Referrals are always welcome.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Merseyside, United KingdomTemporary
Team Manager - Children with Disabilities (0-25) | LambethBrixton, London£45.20ph UmbrellaHybrid WorkingCaritas Recruitment is supporting Lambeth Council in... Read more
Brixton, London
£45.20ph Umbrella
Hybrid Working
Caritas Recruitment is supporting Lambeth Council in the appointment of an experienced Team Manager to lead within the 0-25 Integrated Disabilities Service.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Children's Services manager with experience of safeguarding, performance management and service delivery to lead a team supporting children and young people with disabilities and complex needs. You will oversee case management, quality assurance, supervision, service performance and multi-agency partnership working, ensuring children receive high-quality, outcome-focused support.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage a team of Social Workers and Personal Advisors.Oversee safeguarding, care planning and case management for children and young people with disabilities.Provide reflective supervision, support professional development and manage performance.Monitor service delivery, quality assurance, KPIs and statutory compliance.Chair meetings, reviews and contribute to strategic service development.Work closely with health, education, housing and adult social care partners.Manage resources effectively to deliver positive outcomes for children and families.RequirementsSocial Work England registration.Significant post-qualifying experience within Children's Social Care.Previous management or supervisory experience.Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance and performance management.Experience working collaboratively across multi-agency partnerships.Experience within Children with Disabilities services is highly desirable.For more information, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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London, England, United KingdomTemporary
Social Worker - Children & Young People's Disability Service (CYPDS)Camden, London (Hybrid Working: 3 days office / 2... Read more
Camden, London (Hybrid Working: 3 days office / 2 days remote)
£38.87 per hour Umbrella
Temporary Contract
Caritas Recruitment is working with Camden Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their Children and Young People's Disability Service (CYPDS).
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist 0-25 service supporting disabled children, young people and their families through childhood, transition and preparation for adulthood. The team works across health, education, housing and the voluntary sector to deliver coordinated, person-centred support that promotes positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:Manage a varied caseload of disabled children and young people, undertaking assessments, planning and interventions.Complete Child in Need, Child Protection, Children Looked After, PLO and court-related work.Carry out direct work with children and young people, ensuring their voices remain central to assessment and planning.Develop and review outcome-focused support plans with families and professionals.Work closely with multi-agency partners across education, health and social care.Support transition planning and Preparation for Adulthood for young people approaching adulthood.Apply relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures and professional judgement in complex situations.Maintain accurate case recording and ensure statutory timescales are met.Requirements:Social Work England registration.Post-qualifying experience within statutory Children's Services.Experience of undertaking assessments, safeguarding and care planning.Knowledge of Child in Need, Child Protection and Children Looked After processes.Experience working with disabled children, young people or families is desirable.Strong communication, analytical and multi-agency working skills.This role offers varied and rewarding work across disability, safeguarding, transition planning and preparation for adulthood within a highly regarded London authority.
To apply or find out more, contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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London, England, United KingdomTemporary
Assistant Team Manager - Children's Social CareOxfordshireHybrid Working (3 days per week in the office)Competitive Pay RateDriving Licence... Read more
Oxfordshire
Hybrid Working (3 days per week in the office)
Competitive Pay Rate
Driving Licence & Access to a Vehicle Required
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join Oxfordshire Children's Services.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the leadership of a frontline team, ensuring children and families receive timely assessments, effective safeguarding interventions, and high-quality support.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide line management and support to Social Workers and Children's Practitioners.Support the Team Manager with service development and performance.Oversee safeguarding practice, child protection planning, and legal casework.Promote Oxfordshire's Family Safeguarding Plus model and group supervision approach.Ensure children's plans progress effectively and within statutory timescales.Maintain high standards of practice and compliance with policies and procedures.About YouSocial Work England registered Social Worker.Strong experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding services.Sound knowledge of child protection, court work, and statutory processes.Experience supporting, supervising, or leading practitioners.Knowledge of the Family Safeguarding Model and Motivational Interviewing is desirable.Able to build effective relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.What's on Offer?Hybrid working (3 office days per week)Supportive management teamOpportunity to develop and lead practitionersMileage expenses claimable for business travel in line with council policyFor more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Oxfordshire, United KingdomTemporary
Senior Social Worker - Children's Assessment Service (CAS Central)Rose Hill Children & Family Centre, Oxford£42 per hour£100 per... Read more
Senior Social Worker - Children's Assessment Service (CAS Central)
Rose Hill Children & Family Centre, Oxford
£42 per hour
£100 per week accommodation allowance
37 hours per week
Interim Contract
Caritas Recruitment is currently supporting Oxfordshire Children's Services with the appointment of an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children's Assessment Service (CAS Central).
This is a frontline assessment role within the Front Door Service, working with children and families at the point of referral to assess risk, identify needs, and determine the most appropriate support and intervention. The successful candidate will have strong experience completing statutory assessments and safeguarding investigations within Children's Social Care.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Section 17 Child & Family Assessments.Complete Section 47 Child Protection Enquiries.Assess risk and identify safeguarding concerns.Manage a varied caseload of children and families.Prepare high-quality assessments, reports and recommendations.Participate in duty and respond to new referrals.Attend Child Protection Conferences, Child in Need Meetings and multi-agency forums.Work closely with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children.Ensure the child's voice is central to all assessments and planning.Requirements
Social Work England registration.Experience within a Children's Assessment, Duty & Assessment, Front Door or Safeguarding Team.Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory processes.Confident undertaking Section 17 and Section 47 work.Excellent assessment, analysis and report-writing skills.Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment.What's on Offer?
£42 per hour£100 per week accommodation allowanceSupportive management teamFlexible working arrangementsOpportunity to work within a well-established Children's Front Door ServiceFor more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076
Know someone who could be a great fit? Referrals are always welcome.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Oxfordshire, United KingdomTemporary
SEND ManagerLocation: West BerkshireRate: £61ph Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (40% office based) Flexible Hours: Between 7:00am and 9:00pm... Read more
Location: West Berkshire
Rate: £61ph
Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (40% office based)
Flexible Hours: Between 7:00am and 9:00pm where possible
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced SEND Manager to join West Berkshire Council.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled SEND professional to play a key leadership role in managing the Local Authority's statutory SEND responsibilities and driving improvements across the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process.
The RoleAs SEND Manager, you will oversee a designated SEND phase, ensuring statutory duties are delivered efficiently and effectively while keeping children, young people and families at the centre of decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing the delivery of statutory SEND services within your phase areaLeading and supporting a team responsible for EHCP assessments and reviewsWorking closely with the Head of SEND and wider management team to enhance SEND service deliverySupporting the continuous improvement of the EHCP processManaging mediation and SEND Tribunal casesEnsuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislationBuilding positive relationships with schools, settings, health professionals and familiesChampioning person-centred approaches and positive outcomes for children and young people with SENDAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:
Significant SEND experience within a Local Authority settingStrong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislationExperience managing EHCP processesExperience of Tribunal and mediation caseworkExcellent leadership and stakeholder management skillsA commitment to delivering high-quality, family-centred servicesWhat's on Offer?Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working (40% office attendance)
Leadership opportunity within a supportive SEND service
Meaningful impact on outcomes for children and young people with SEND
Ongoing contract opportunity
If you're an experienced SEND professional looking for your next management opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment
Connecting SEND and Social Care professionals with opportunities across the UK.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Berkshire, United KingdomTemporary
Senior Practitioner - Family Assessment TeamCroydon £39.04ph 36 HoursHybrid WorkingCaritas Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Senior Practitioner... Read more
Senior Practitioner - Family Assessment Team
Croydon
£39.04ph
36 Hours
Hybrid Working
Caritas Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Senior Practitioner to join Croydon's Family Assessment Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority where relationship-based and systemic practice are at the heart of supporting children and families.
The Role
As a Senior Practitioner, you will provide practice leadership within the team while managing complex cases and supporting positive outcomes for children and families. You'll act as a role model for best practice, mentoring colleagues and contributing to high-quality assessments, interventions, and care planning.
Key Responsibilities
Lead on complex assessments and family interventionsSupport and develop less experienced practitionersComplete high-quality reports and case recordingsDeliver analytical assessments and professional recommendationsCoordinate multi-agency planning and supportPromote creative, evidence-based care planningDrive positive safeguarding outcomes for children and young peopleAbout You
Social Work England registeredQualified Social WorkerSignificant experience within Children's ServicesStrong assessment, safeguarding and care planning skillsExcellent analytical and report-writing abilitiesExperience supporting or mentoring colleaguesDesirable:
Systemic Practice qualificationPractice Educator/Practice Teacher qualificationWhy Croydon?
Croydon's Children's Services are rated Good by Ofsted and operate a well-established systemic practice model, with excellent training, clinical support and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Interested?
Lisa Hallinan
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment
Connecting Social Work professionals with outstanding opportunities across the UK.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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London, England, United KingdomTemporary
Personal Advisor - Leaving Care TeamLocation: Croydon Rate: £29.72ph Umbrella (Pre) | £31.15ph Umbrella (Post) Caritas Recruitment is... Read more
Personal Advisor - Leaving Care Team
Location: Croydon
Rate: £29.72ph Umbrella (Pre) | £31.15ph Umbrella (Post)
Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for dedicated and passionate Personal Advisors to support young people transitioning from care into independent adulthood within Croydon's Leaving Care Service.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of care-experienced young people, helping them build confidence, develop life skills and access the support they need to thrive.
The Role
As a Personal Advisor, you will work closely with young people leaving care, providing practical guidance, emotional support and advocacy throughout their journey to independence.
You will be responsible for developing positive relationships, assessing individual needs and ensuring young people have access to appropriate services and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Completing assessments and developing Pathway Plans tailored to individual needsSupporting young people with housing, education, training and employment opportunitiesProviding advice and guidance around independent living skillsMeeting regularly with care leavers to review progress and identify further support needsActing as an advocate to help young people access services and overcome barriersWorking in partnership with professionals, agencies and support networksPromoting positive outcomes and helping young people achieve their goalsContinuing to provide support to care leavers up to the age of 25 where requiredAbout You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience working with young people, care leavers or vulnerable adolescentsA good understanding of the challenges faced by young people transitioning to independenceStrong communication and relationship-building skillsExperience of assessment, planning and support workKnowledge of safeguarding principles and statutory responsibilitiesThe ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseloadA passion for empowering young people to achieve positive outcomesWhy Apply?
Competitive hourly ratesOpportunity to positively impact the lives of young peopleSupportive team environmentValuable experience within a Leaving Care ServiceOngoing contract opportunitiesIf you're passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence and reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Lisa Hallinan
[email protected]
07469 676076
Caritas Recruitment
Connecting talented professionals with opportunities that make a difference.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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London, England, United KingdomTemporary
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