Team Manager Post in Nottingham City Social Services £42 - £45 per hour depending on experienceWe have an... Read more
Team Manager Post in Nottingham City Social Services £42 - £45 per hour depending on experience
We have an opportunity to work for Nottingham City Children Social Services as a Team Manager for their Children with Disabilities Service
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
Duties Include:
Lead and supervise a team delivering statutory social work services to children and young people with disabilities.
Oversee safeguarding, assessments, care planning and review processes to ensure positive outcomes.
Provide reflective supervision, guidance and performance management to social workers and support staff.
Ensure high-quality practice, compliance with legislation and timely case progression.
Promote effective multi-agency working with education, health and partner agencies.
Support children and families through a relationship-based, child-centred approach.
Drive service improvement and contribute to the development of a strong, supportive team culture.
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 or relevant management experience
What's On Offer?
£42 -£45 per hour37 hours per weekFlexible working arrangements availableOpportunity to make a genuine difference to children's livesConvenient parking available nearbyImmediate interviews available
Interested?
If you're looking for a new Management challenge within a well-established Children Disabilities 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.
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Nottingham, England, United KingdomTemporary
Assessment Social WorkerWeybridge, Surrey£42ph UmbrellaHybrid Working | 2 Days in the OfficeCaritas Recruitment is working with Surrey County... Read more
Assessment Social Worker
Weybridge, Surrey
£42ph Umbrella
Hybrid Working | 2 Days in the Office
Caritas Recruitment is working with Surrey County Council to recruit an experienced Assessment Social Worker to join their Weybridge team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a relationship-based service that focuses on achieving the best outcomes for children and families through strengths-based practice, partnership working, and high-quality assessments.
The Role As an Assessment Social Worker, you'll undertake Child and Family Assessments, manage risk, complete safeguarding and child protection work, and develop effective plans that support positive and lasting change for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake comprehensive Child and Family Assessments.Complete safeguarding enquiries and child protection investigations.Participate in strategy meetings, child protection conferences, and core groups.Develop SMART plans that improve outcomes for children.Work closely with multi-agency partners including Health, Education, Police, and Legal Services.Contribute to PLO processes and court proceedings where required.Keep children's voices and lived experiences at the centre of practice.About You
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.Experience within Children's Services in a UK statutory setting.Strong assessment, safeguarding, and risk management skills.Knowledge of child protection, PLO, and relevant legislation.Confident working in a fast-paced environment and managing complex caseloads.What's on Offer?
£42ph Umbrella
Hybrid working (2 days in the office)
Supportive management and reflective supervision
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Collaborative team culture
Opportunity to make a real difference to children and families
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07825 538951
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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Senior Social Worker - Case Management Team (North East)Shropshire Council£33.30ph UmbrellaHybrid Working | 1 Day Per Week in... Read more
Senior Social Worker - Case Management Team (North East)
Shropshire Council
£33.30ph Umbrella
Hybrid Working | 1 Day Per Week in the Office
Initial 3-Month Contract
Caritas Recruitment is working with Shropshire Council to recruit an experienced Senior Social Worker (not practitioner level) to join their Case Management Team.
This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied and complex caseload, working across CIN, Child Protection, PLO and Court proceedings while making a real difference to children and families.
Key Responsibilities
Manage complex CIN, CP, PLO and court cases.Undertake home visits and direct work with children and families.Lead Core Group Meetings and multi-agency planning.Complete high-quality assessments, court reports and statements.Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children and improve outcomes.Maintain accurate and timely case recordings.About You
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.Significant experience within Children's Social Care.Strong knowledge of Child Protection, PLO and court work.Confident managing complex cases and working within statutory timescales.What's on Offer?
£33.30ph UmbrellaHybrid working (1 office day per week)Supportive team environmentImmediate start availableOpportunity to work within a well-established Case Management TeamFor more information or to apply, contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07825 538951
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Team Manager - Risk Outside the Home (ROTH) TeamLewisham Council | Hybrid Working£45.20 per hour UmbrellaCaritas Recruitment is... Read more
Team Manager - Risk Outside the Home (ROTH) Team
Lewisham Council | Hybrid Working
£45.20 per hour Umbrella
Caritas Recruitment is proud to be supporting Lewisham Council in the recruitment of an experienced Team Manager to lead their specialist Risk Outside the Home (ROTH) Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational leader with a passion for adolescent safeguarding, contextual safeguarding, and protecting vulnerable young people at risk of exploitation, serious youth violence, county lines activity, missing episodes and other extra-familial harms.
Working across both the Risk Outside the Home Team and Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT), you will lead and develop a team of Social Workers and Senior Social Workers, ensuring high-quality safeguarding practice and positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage and supervise Social Workers and Senior Social Workers.Provide oversight of complex child protection, contextual safeguarding and public law cases.Oversee Section 47 enquiries, Child Protection planning and PLO cases.Chair Strategy Meetings, Daily Intelligence Briefings and safeguarding meetings.Drive high-quality practice through reflective supervision, coaching and performance management.Develop strong partnerships with Police, Youth Justice, Education and Health services.Champion relationship-based and contextual safeguarding approaches.Support service improvement and the strategic development of adolescent safeguarding practice.About You
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.Significant management experience within Children's Social Care.Strong knowledge of Child Protection, PLO and Court proceedings.Experience leading multi-agency safeguarding responses and managing high-risk cases.Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable adolescents and their families.What's on Offer
£45.20 per hour Umbrella.Hybrid working arrangement.Opportunity to lead an innovative specialist service.Supportive leadership team and collaborative multi-agency environment.Meaningful work with some of the borough's most vulnerable children and young people.For more information or to apply, please contact:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07825 538951
Know someone who could be a great fit? Feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Social Worker - Looked After Children (LAC) TeamLuton Borough CouncilUp to £38.84 per hour UmbrellaFull-TimeTemporaryCaritas Recruitment is working... Read more
Social Worker - Looked After Children (LAC) Team
Luton Borough Council
Up to £38.84 per hour Umbrella
Full-Time
Temporary
Caritas Recruitment is working in partnership with Luton Borough Council to recruit experienced Social Workers to join their Looked After Children (LAC) Team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive and well-established service dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in care. You'll work within a team that values professional development, offers strong managerial support, and provides opportunities for career progression.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of looked after children and young people.Complete statutory visits and assessments.Develop and review care plans to ensure children's needs are met.Build positive relationships with children, families, carers, and partner agencies.Attend reviews, multi-agency meetings, and court proceedings where required.Ensure all work is completed in line with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding procedures.About You
Qualified Social Worker with DipSW, CQSW, Social Work Degree or equivalent qualification.Registered with Social Work England.Previous experience within a Looked After Children team.Sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation and statutory guidance.Strong assessment, care planning, and relationship-building skills.Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).What's on Offer
Competitive pay rate of up to £38.84 per hour.Supportive management team and positive working culture.Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.Opportunities for both temporary and permanent employment.Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.For more information or to apply, please get in touch:
Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07825 538951
Know someone who could be interested? Please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Luton, England, United KingdomTemporary
We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Court and Child Protection Team. This... Read more
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Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, identifying risk and protective factors, developing effective plans and reviewing progress in partnership with children, families and professionals. You will undertake statutory visits, contribute to strategy discussions and child protection conferences, prepare clear and analytical reports, and present evidence in court when required. You will work collaboratively with legal representatives, education, health, police and other agencies, ensuring that the child’s voice, wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making. You will also maintain accurate case records and meet relevant legislation, policies, procedures and timescales.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with the appropriate professional regulator. Previous experience in children’s social care, child protection, court work or care proceedings is essential, together with a sound understanding of safeguarding legislation, assessment frameworks and evidence-based practice. You will need strong communication, organisation and report-writing skills, confidence in professional challenge, and the ability to make balanced decisions in complex and sensitive situations. A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice, partnership working and improving outcomes for children is essential. A valid driving licence and access to transport may be required for undertaking visits. In return, you will receive the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment.
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Court Social WorkerDudley Children's Services £41 per hour Hybrid Working | 3 Days On SiteCaritas Recruitment is supporting... Read more
Dudley Children's Services £41 per hour Hybrid Working | 3 Days On Site
Caritas Recruitment is supporting Dudley Children's Services in the recruitment of an experienced Court Social Worker to join their Family Help Service. The role focuses on supporting children and families involved in pre-proceedings and care proceedings, managing complex safeguarding cases and ensuring children's welfare remains at the centre of decision-making.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of children and families involved in court proceedings or pre-proceedings.Complete assessments and undertake statutory social work duties.Prepare high-quality court reports, statements and evidence. Work closely with children, families, legal representatives and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. RequirementsQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.Strong and demonstrable court work experience. Minimum 3 years' cumulative permanent experience within an English Local Authority, including ASYE. This must be clearly evidenced on your CV. What's on Offer?£41 per hourHybrid working arrangement with 3 days on siteSupportive team environmentFor 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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CIN Social Worker Dudley Children's Services £41 per hour Hybrid Working | 3 Days On SiteCaritas Recruitment is... Read more
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This is an excellent opportunity to work within a short-term CIN service, undertaking high-quality assessments and delivering focused interventions that improve outcomes for children and families. The team works proactively to provide timely support and step families into Early Help and partnership-led services where appropriate.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of children and families within the CIN serviceComplete timely and robust assessmentsDeliver targeted interventions to support positive outcomesWork in partnership with families and multi-agency professionalsContribute to effective planning and decision-making for children and young peopleSupport families to access the right services at the right time RequirementsQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registrationMinimum 3 years' cumulative permanent experience within an English Local Authority (including ASYE). This must be clearly evidenced on your CV. Strong assessment and intervention skillsExperience working within Children in Need servicesAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and make timely decisions for children and families. What's on Offer?£41 per hourHybrid working arrangement with 3 days on siteRegular management oversight and supervisionSupportive team environmentFor 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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Dudley, England, United KingdomTemporary
Social Worker - MASH - Salford - £39ph - NON CASE HOLDINGCaritas are currently recruiting for an experienced... Read more
Social Worker - MASH - Salford - £39ph - NON CASE HOLDING
Caritas are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team in Salford.
The purpose of MASH is to make the right decisions for the right families at the right time. This in turn will ensure timely and necessary actions to improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.
Benefits as a MASH Social Worker include:
Duties as a MASH Social Worker include:
Requirements as a MASH Social Worker include:
Please contact Usman Hameed on 0 7 4 3 5 5 4 6 4 1 9 or [email protected]
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Salford, England, United KingdomContract
Head of Service - Children's Community HealthSuffolk | Endeavour House £45 per hour Umbrella 12-Month Contract Hybrid Working... Read more
Suffolk | Endeavour House
£45 per hour Umbrella
12-Month Contract
Hybrid Working - 3 Days Office-Based
Caritas Recruitment is looking for an experienced Head of Service - Children's Community Health to provide strategic and operational leadership across children's health services, including Health Visiting, School Nursing, Family Nurse Partnership and wider 0-19 services.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a registered health professional with significant experience leading children's services, safeguarding, governance, quality improvement and service transformation. The successful candidate will hold overall responsibility for safe, effective and high-quality service delivery, safeguarding arrangements, workforce performance, regulatory compliance and financial management.
Key responsibilities include:
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Contract Details
£45 per hour Umbrella12-month contractHybrid working3 days per week based at Endeavour HouseFace-to-face interview preferredFor 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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