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Team Manager (Children’s Services – Corporate Parenting, Children in Care)

Location:
North & Mid Devon – Devon County Council

Brief Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Team Manager to join Devon County Council’s Corporate Parenting Service, supporting children and young people within our Children in Care (CiC) teams across North & Mid Devon.

Working alongside two established Team Managers, this role provides additional leadership capacity to strengthen supervision, improve outcomes, and ensure consistent, high-quality support for children and families. You will play a key role in maintaining practice excellence and driving the delivery of a […]

West Berkshire Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Adolescent Social Worker to join our Adolescent & Edge of Care Team. This role focuses on working with young people aged 11–18 who are at risk of exploitation, family breakdown, or becoming looked after. You will play a key part in safeguarding vulnerable adolescents and supporting their transition to adulthood through targeted interventions and multi-agency collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Work directly with adolescents and their families to assess risk, develop care and intervention plans, and prevent escalation into care or custody.

Address complex issues such as criminal exploitation, missing […]

Introduction:
Barnsley Council is seeking a committed and experienced Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker to support children and young people in care. This role involves working closely with children placed in foster care, residential homes, or kinship arrangements, ensuring their emotional, educational, and physical needs are met. We are proud to offer a supportive environment with a strong focus on relationship-based practice and child-centred outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of looked after children, ensuring timely statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation and guidance.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with […]

Introduction:
Hampshire County Council is a nationally recognised authority for innovation and high-quality social work practice. We are seeking dedicated and passionate Children’s Social Workers to join our award-winning teams. Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, you’ll play a key role in supporting children, young people, and families across Hampshire, helping to improve lives and outcomes through restorative, child-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake statutory social work tasks including assessments, Section 47 investigations, child protection conferences, and care planning.

Build meaningful relationships with children, young people, and their […]

Lewisham Council is seeking a skilled and reliable Locum Social Worker to join its Case Management Team. This role involves working with a diverse client base, managing complex caseloads, and ensuring high-quality, person-centred practice. The successful candidate will be experienced in statutory social work, capable of effective multi-agency working, and confident in managing cases from assessment through to review and closure.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a varied caseload, undertaking Care Act 2014 assessments and reviews to identify eligible needs and deliver tailored support plans.

Conduct risk assessments and safeguarding enquiries in line with Section 42 […]

Clackmannanshire Council is seeking an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Child Protection Team. This frontline role involves working with vulnerable children and families to assess risk, undertake statutory interventions, and contribute to safeguarding plans in line with Scottish legislation and GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child) principles.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake comprehensive assessments under Section 22 and Section 25 of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995.

Respond to child protection referrals, chair strategy discussions, and carry out investigations under local and national procedures.

Prepare reports for Children’s Hearings, court […]

Staffordshire County Council is seeking skilled and adaptable Locum Social Workers to join our dynamic team. These roles primarily focus on undertaking a variety of assessment duties across adult and children’s social care, including safeguarding investigations, care planning, and multi-agency collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced social workers to gain diverse experience in a supportive local authority setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive assessments for children and adults in need, in line with statutory frameworks such as the Children Act 1989 and Care Act 2014.

Undertake safeguarding enquiries to protect vulnerable adults and […]

Children’s social workers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children, working tirelessly to support and protect vulnerable young people.

Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with policies and procedures.
Professional Development: Engaging in continuous professional development and supervision to enhance practice and career growth
Skills: Strong communication, assessment, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals

Buckinghamshire County Council is looking for a skilled and compassionate Social Worker to join our Child Protection and Children in Need teams. This role requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in children’s social work and current registration with Social Work England (SWE). You will play a vital role in safeguarding children and supporting families through assessment, intervention, and partnership working.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children in Need assessments.

Conduct thorough statutory assessments and develop effective support plans.

Work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and […]

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team. This senior role involves managing complex safeguarding cases, providing leadership and mentorship to junior staff, and ensuring high standards of practice. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in child protection and strong skills in assessment, planning, and multi-agency working.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a complex caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and care proceedings.

Provide leadership, guidance, and support to junior social workers within the team.

Conduct thorough assessments, develop robust care […]