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We are seeking an experienced Children’s Support Worker to join a Targeted Early Help Team, supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive and lasting outcomes. This is an opportunity for a committed professional who can build trusted relationships, promote resilience and provide practical, strengths-based support at an early stage.

You will work directly with children, young people and their families to identify needs, agree goals and deliver tailored interventions. Your responsibilities will include completing assessments, developing and reviewing support plans, undertaking direct work with children and young people, and helping families access appropriate services and community resources.

You will contribute to multi-agency planning and safeguarding arrangements, sharing information appropriately with colleagues and partner agencies. The role will involve maintaining accurate and timely case records, monitoring progress, preparing reports and escalating concerns in line with safeguarding procedures. You will also support families experiencing challenges such as poor school attendance, emotional wellbeing concerns, parenting difficulties, domestic abuse, neglect or wider social and economic pressures.

The successful candidate will have relevant experience of working with children, young people and families in a social care, early help, education, health or community setting. You should understand child development, safeguarding practice and the importance of participation, equality and anti-discriminatory working. A recognised social work qualification and current registration are required, together with the ability to apply professional knowledge confidently in complex situations.

You will need excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills, alongside the ability to work independently and collaboratively. A calm, approachable and solution-focused manner is essential, as is the confidence to challenge appropriately and maintain professional boundaries. The role requires flexibility to meet the needs of families, including occasional work outside standard office hours, and a valid driving licence may be required.

If you are passionate about early intervention and helping children and families make meaningful progress, we would welcome your application.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Service to lead and strengthen safeguarding services within Children’s Social Care. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a qualified social worker who can provide clear direction, inspire professional excellence and ensure children and young people receive safe, effective and timely support.

You will hold strategic and operational responsibility for safeguarding practice, working across social care and partner agencies to promote robust assessment, planning and decision-making. You will lead service improvement, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and practice standards. A key part of the role will be ensuring that children’s voices, experiences and welfare remain central to all decisions.

Your responsibilities will include managing and developing senior managers and frontline teams, monitoring performance and quality, and using data, audits and feedback to drive continuous improvement. You will provide professional leadership in complex and high-risk cases, support effective multi-agency working and promote a strong culture of reflective supervision, learning and accountability. You will also contribute to safeguarding partnerships, inspections, strategic planning and the effective management of budgets and resources.

Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have substantial post-qualification experience in children’s social care, including significant experience of safeguarding, child protection and statutory practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and inspection frameworks, alongside a proven record of leading change and delivering improved outcomes for children.

We are looking for an inclusive and collaborative leader with excellent communication, negotiation and decision-making skills. You will be able to build trusted relationships with professionals, families and partner organisations, manage competing priorities and maintain professional curiosity in challenging circumstances. In return, this role offers the opportunity to shape high-quality safeguarding services and make a lasting difference to children, young people and their families.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Team Manager Post in Durham Social Services 37.66 per hour

We have an opportunity to work for Durham Children Social Services for their Families First Service which covers assessment and safeguarding; for a Team Manager. The team is fully staffed and will be changing in line with the government reforms.

The team currently complete C&F assessments, s47 enquiries, work with children in need, child protection and children in care. The team manager will also be responsible for care proceedings and private law cases. They will be supervising Social Worker's including newly qualified Social Worker's . You will be responsible for the performance of the team in relation to key indicators and also the quality of the work.

You need to be registered with Social Worker England, have worked as a Social Worker in the UK for over 3 years and have some supervisory experience

What's On Offer?

Interested?

If you're looking for a new Management challenge within a well-established Assessment & Safeguarding Team and would like to hear more, get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

Andrew Scully Recruitment Specialist - Children's & Adults' Social Services

"Helping Social Workers find the right opportunity for over 20 years."

Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?

At Caritas Recruitment, we understand social work because it's all we do. As one of the UK's leading specialist social care recruitment agencies, we are committed to providing a personal, professional and supportive service throughout your job search.

Benefits of Working with Caritas Recruitment:

Your own dedicated specialist consultant available 24/7

Local expertise across the North East and surrounding areas, helping to secure interviews quickly

Access to the widest range of social work opportunities across 180 local authorities and private organisations throughout the UK

Prompt and reliable weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Generous referral bonus scheme

Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Are you in a Permanent role as a social worker but cant leave due to restrictions, or what the guarantee of work for a fixed period of time? Then a fixed term contract could be what you are looking for!

Doncaster Children's Services is currently seeking experienced and dedicated Social Workers to join a range of teams on fixed-term contracts ranging from 3 to 12 months!

We are looking for qualified Social Workers who are registered with Social Work England and have experience within Children's Services, including child protection, children in need, and/or looked after children.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing complex caseloads and delivering effective interventions for children and families.

- Completing statutory assessments, risk assessments, and Section 47 investigations.

- Developing and implementing child-centred plans to achieve positive outcomes.

- Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

- Preparing and presenting high-quality reports for meetings, reviews, and court proceedings where required.

- Applying sound professional judgement to support effective decision-making and risk management.

To be considered, you will need:

- Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.

- Proven experience within Children's Services.

- Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.

- Confidence managing complex cases and making evidence-based decisions.

- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

- A commitment to delivering high-quality, child-focused practice.

- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

The roles pay from £42000 - £46500 pa depending on experience

If you are interested in hearing more about these opportunities, please get in touch with Andy Scully

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Social Worker - Assessment Team - Rochdale Council

Rochdale | £39 per hour | 37 Hours per Week

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join the Assessment Team at Rochdale Council. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, undertaking meaningful work with children and families whilst earning a highly competitive rate.

What You'll Be Doing

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent)

Registered with Social Work England

Experience within Children's Social Care

Strong assessment and risk management skills

Excellent communication and report writing abilities

What's On Offer?

Interested?

If you're looking for a new challenge within a well-established Assessment Team and would like to hear more, get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

Andrew Scully Recruitment Specialist - Children's & Adults' Social Services

"Helping Social Workers find the right opportunity for over 20 years."

Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?

At Caritas Recruitment, we understand social work because it's all we do. As one of the UK's leading specialist social care recruitment agencies, we are committed to providing a personal, professional and supportive service throughout your job search.

Benefits of Working with Caritas Recruitment:

Your own dedicated specialist consultant available 24/7

Local expertise across the North East and surrounding areas, helping to secure interviews quickly

Access to the widest range of social work opportunities across 180 local authorities and private organisations throughout the UK

Prompt and reliable weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Generous referral bonus scheme

Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Social Worker - Childrens' Safeguarding Team - Blackpool Council

Blackpool | £39 per hour | 37 Hours per Week

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?

We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join their Child Protection / Safeguarding Team at Blackpool Council. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team environment, undertaking meaningful work with children and families whilst earning a highly competitive rate.

What You'll Be Doing

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent)

Registered with Social Work England

Experience within Children's Social Care

Strong assessment and risk management skills

Excellent communication and report writing abilities

What's On Offer?

Interested?

If you're looking for a new challenge within a well-established Assessment Team and would like to hear more, get in touch today for a confidential discussion.

Andrew Scully Recruitment Specialist - Children's & Adults' Social Services

"Helping Social Workers find the right opportunity for over 20 years."

Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?

At Caritas Recruitment, we understand social work because it's all we do. As one of the UK's leading specialist social care recruitment agencies, we are committed to providing a personal, professional and supportive service throughout your job search.

Benefits of Working with Caritas Recruitment:

Your own dedicated specialist consultant available 24/7

Local expertise across the North East and surrounding areas, helping to secure interviews quickly

Access to the widest range of social work opportunities across 180 local authorities and private organisations throughout the UK

Prompt and reliable weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Generous referral bonus scheme

Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.