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Croydon Council is seeking caring, motivated individuals to work as Children’s Support Workers within our Children’s Services teams. This unqualified role involves working directly with children and young people who may be in care, at risk of family breakdown, or involved in support programmes. You will help create safe, stable, and nurturing environments, while supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day support, structure, and encouragement to children and adolescents in care or in edge-of-care situations.

Assist with routines such as school attendance, activities, meal preparation, and emotional regulation.

Build […]

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking skilled and dedicated Social Workers to join their Care Planning Team. This vital role focuses on delivering high-quality, child-focused statutory social work to children and young people subject to care proceedings or long-term care plans. The successful candidate will be passionate about achieving permanence and positive outcomes for children in care.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children in care, progressing plans for permanence, reunification, or adoption as appropriate.

Complete robust assessments, permanency planning reports, and court statements in line with statutory timescales.

Work in partnership with […]

South Gloucestershire Council is looking for an experienced and proactive Social Worker to join the Adult Safeguarding Team. The role involves managing safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014, working with vulnerable adults at risk of abuse or neglect. The ideal candidate will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation and excellent multi-agency working skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake and coordinate Section 42 safeguarding enquiries and develop risk management or protection plans.

Work closely with service users, carers, advocates, health, police, and other partner agencies.

Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and contribute to Best Interest […]

Northampton Children’s Trust is seeking a skilled and resilient Locum Social Worker to join the Child Protection Team. This essential role focuses on safeguarding children at risk, carrying out thorough assessments, and working closely with families and multi-agency partners to protect children and promote their welfare. The ideal candidate will have strong statutory social work experience and be confident managing complex and challenging caseloads.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct statutory child protection assessments and investigations under the Children Act 1989.

Identify and evaluate risks to children, developing and implementing effective protection […]

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 […]

Bradford Metropolitan District Council’s Adult Social Care team provides a range of services to support adults of all ages, disabilities, and backgrounds. Here are some key aspects of their services:

Assessments: They conduct health and social care assessments to determine the support and services needed, such as healthcare, equipment, and help at home
Support Services: They offer various support options to help adults live independently and safely, including community-based support and equipment.
Emergency Assistance: The Emergency Duty Team is available outside of regular hours to respond to urgent situations

Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and committed Social Worker to join our Children in Need (CIN) Team. This is a vital frontline role offering the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, working within a supportive and child-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children subject to CIN and Child Protection Plans, ensuring timely assessments and interventions.

Conduct home visits, risk assessments, and develop outcome-focused plans in partnership with families.

Liaise effectively with schools, health professionals, and partner agencies to safeguard and support children.

Prepare reports for […]

Leeds City Council is recruiting a dedicated and experienced Locum Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join their Child Protection (CP) Team. This role involves working with children and families to manage risk, safeguard welfare, and promote long-term positive change. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in statutory child protection and strong assessment, planning, and court skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Hold and manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, and care proceedings.

Undertake Section 47 enquiries, risk assessments, and contribute to child protection conferences and reviews.

Develop and implement robust, […]

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking an experienced Locum Team Manager to lead their Care Proceedings Team. This is a key leadership role within the children’s social care service, overseeing complex court work and ensuring high-quality, timely outcomes for children subject to care proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and operational leadership to a team managing care proceedings and pre-proceedings cases

Ensure compliance with court timelines, legislation, and best practice guidance

Oversee the quality and consistency of assessments, court reports, and care planning

Support staff through supervision, performance management, and reflective […]

West Berkshire Council is seeking a skilled and committed Qualified Social Worker to join their Child Protection Assessment Team on a locum basis for an initial 3-month contract. The successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding children through timely and effective assessments and interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake initial and core assessments for children at risk of harm or in need of support.

Carry out Section 47 child protection investigations in line with statutory requirements.

Develop and implement child protection and child in need plans in collaboration with families and professionals.

Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, […]