Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead Job at Elysium Healthcare (Charlwood)

Social worker

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportu...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 09, 2026

Requirements

A degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
Current SSSC registration as a social worker

Job Responsibility

Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive needs assessments (including Single Shared Assessment) and risk assessments for young adults and adults with physical and learning disabilities. Develop and review person-centred support and care plans
Transition Support: Lead and coordinate the transition process for young people moving from children's to adult services, ensuring a smooth and successful experience
Safeguarding: Carry out safeguarding duties, including adult protection investigations, in line with local procedures and legislation
Case Management: Manage a complex caseload, utilising effective planning, intervention, and review strategies
Resource Allocation: Identify and arrange appropriate support services, personal budgets, and community resources
Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate effectively with families, carers, health professionals, housing, education, and third-sector organisations
Legal Compliance: Ensure all practice is compliant with relevant legislation, including the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968 and the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000

What we offer

Flexible Hours: Control your work hours and choose assignments that fit your lifestyle
Competitive Pay Rates: We offer highly competitive remuneration for each placement
Professional Development: Opportunities to work across various departments, enhancing your skills and broadening your expertise
Free training: Keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development
Pension Scheme: Contributory pension
Referral Bonus: Receive £300 in vouchers (subject to Ts and Cs)
Weekly payroll: Randstad runs a twice weekly payroll, enabling you to control your finances by receiving weekly pay
Dedicated Support: Our team is here to assist you at every step, from onboarding through the entirety of your placement. We can even help with sourcing accommodation and travel, if required

Fulltime

!

Qualified Social Worker

We are pleased to offer exciting opportunities for qualified Social Workers to j...

Location

United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Salary:

39151.00 - 47181.00 GBP / Year

Portsmouth City Council

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England
Completion of your ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment)
Solid understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Acts 1989 and 2004
Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, and professionals
Resilience, integrity, and a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for children
A restorative and anti-oppressive approach to practice
A collaborative mindset and a commitment to inclusive, people-focused work
Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and case management systems
Empathy, diplomacy, and respect for service users

Job Responsibility

Delivering timely, high-quality assessments that lead to clear, targeted plans
Providing a responsive, child-centred service that reflects the wishes and feelings of children
Promoting service user participation and respecting diversity
Ensuring timely and permanent care arrangements that support children’s long-term outcomes
Supporting children in need, those requiring protection, and children in care
Working with families under the Public Law Outline (PLO) or within care proceedings

What we offer

Recruitment and retention package of £3,000 per annum paid monthly
Training in Restorative Practice and Motivational Interviewing during your first year
Stronger Futures Academy and a comprehensive CPD pathway aligned with Social Work England standards

Fulltime

New

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Join the team at Farmfield in Charlwood, Surrey, a medium and low secure service...

Location

United Kingdom , Charlwood

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Elysium Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Social Work qualification
Registration with Social Work England
To have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation
To Have at least 4 years’ experience of working in a similar environment

Job Responsibility

Supporting the social work team to take the lead on child and adult safeguarding
Lead social worker in quality assurance meetings
Lead and contribute to the production of hospital procedures relating to social work and safeguarding
Supporting the social work team to deliver Safeguarding induction and update training across the Hospital
Leading the multidisciplinary teams on non-medical mental capacity issues and best interest decisions
Delivering quality supervision and appraisal to junior and senior social workers in the Team
Liaising with external agencies to enable them to fulfil their statutory duties for, for example: MAPPA, Local Authority Social Services, CMHT, FIND, FOLS, Police and Probation
Supporting carers and families of patients that are detained

What we offer

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave
Career development and training
Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate
Wellbeing support and activities
Access to Blue Light Card
Life Assurance
Stream – instant access to earned wages
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
Enhanced Maternity Package
Pension contribution

Fulltime

Children and Young People Support Worker

Midland Mencap is looking to appoint support workers who have a passion and dedi...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

12.60 GBP / Hour

Midland Mencap

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Working as part of a team
Ability to motivate and encourage children and young people with complex needs to participate in activities
Understanding of alternative methods of communication that could be used with non-verbal children and young people
Planning and delivery of creative programmes to meet individual levels of ability and need
Training relating to the role
Be able to participate in sports and other physical activities
Teamwork and working alone using own initiative
Excellent Interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide range of people
Proactive and focused
Effective team player

Job Responsibility

Attend staff briefing’s before and after sessions on a planned basis to discuss and assess the progress of the service
Be available to work a minimum of 3 shifts a month
Support children & young people to participate in arts and crafts, games, sports, drama, music, & outings
Be aware and respond to health and safety issues
Follow financial and administrative procedures as directed by the Children and Young Person’s Coordinator
Follow first aid procedures and keep records of all accidents, incidents and treatment given
Provide personal care when needed respecting the dignity and privacy of the individual at all times
Monitor and evaluate children and young peoples’ progress through observation and record keeping
Promote Midland Mencap to families and other agencies
Ensure that responsibilities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety legislation, and Midland Mencap’s Equal Opportunities and Child Protection Policies

What we offer

Comprehensive training

Parttime

Director of Operations

At Slough Children First, our vision is simple yet powerful: to ensure that ever...

Location

United Kingdom , Slough

Salary:

111659.00 - 127221.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Significant experience in children’s social care and safeguarding
A proven track record of managing complex services and delivering positive outcomes
Strong strategic thinking and the ability to lead change
Excellent partnership-building skills and the confidence to represent the organisation at senior levels
Knowledge of statutory frameworks and risk management principles
Social work qualified and Social Worker England registered

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage frontline social work services to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
Ensure efficient operation of services responding to concerns about vulnerable children
Drive continuous improvement through audits, reviews, and implementation of inspection recommendations
Develop strong partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders, representing Slough Children First at strategic forums
Oversee budgets, ensuring value for money and effective resource allocation
Champion innovation and lead major change initiatives to improve outcomes for children
Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding and social care matters

What we offer

Training and development opportunities
Agile working supported by technology
Flexible working policies
Friendly working environment and great colleagues

Fulltime

Senior Residential Support Worker

At Prosperity Children’s Service we provide care for vulnerable children and you...

Location

United Kingdom , Accrington

Salary:

35616.00 - 37632.00 GBP / Year

Prosperity Children's Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Level 3 Diploma or equivalent in Children and Young People’s Workforce
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexibility to work on a rota basis including sleep ins
At least 2 years’ experience in the Residential Children’s Services sector or have worked in a similar setting working with children with challenging behaviour
At least 1 years’ experience of leading shifts in a children’s residential setting
You must undertake our Crisis prevention institute training
Good understanding of the Children’s Home Regulations and Quality standards
Good understanding of the Ofsted process and good knowledge of all current Children’s Legislation
Some knowledge around the needs of children and young people with EBD/SEMH/CSE and the support services required
Strong communication skills with an ability to lead on shift

Job Responsibility

Mentor, support and coach new team members
Manage any challenges that may arise
Provide emotional support to children
Establish strong relationships, boundaries and routines
Create a warm and nurturing home environment
Promote each child and young person’s needs, champion them, and support them to fulfil their potential
Engage the children, open them up to new experiences and nurture their self-esteem and confidence
Deliver therapeutic model to support and care for children
Commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care

What we offer

33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
Blue Light Card
Free access to face-to-face Staff Counselling service
Company pension scheme
On-site parking
Double time for Bank holidays
Additional payments for on-call duties completed
Great work- life balance with our condensed working rota and sleep-ins
Lots of opportunities to progress as the business has exciting growth plans over the next few years

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker role in the Assessment to Intervention team (a2i) adult men...

Location

United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Salary:

42838.00 - 47181.00 GBP / Year

Portsmouth City Council

Expiration Date

March 15, 2026

Requirements

Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Substantial social work experience
Previous experience of working with individuals with mental health difficulties
Thorough understanding of legislation governing adult social care
Comprehensive awareness of practice to safeguard adults
Knowledge of Adult Social Care eligibility criteria
Ability to effectively manage a caseload
Good evidence-based recording skills
Excellent assessment skills
Experience of being in a supervisory role

Job Responsibility

Work with individuals and their families in a person-centred way
Identify best resource to assist with service users needs
Maintain high standards of care
Act as lead professional to several agreed cases
Promote independence, choice and wellbeing of service users and their carers
Offer comprehensive needs assessment, care plan and risk assessment
Ensure implementation and review of appropriate care and treatment
Supervise qualified and unqualified staff

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker role in the Kinship Assessment Team at Birmingham Children’...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

April 17, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
Experience in court work or strong safeguarding experience
Can produce detailed, evidence-based assessments and reports
Excellent interpersonal skills and can work effectively with colleagues and external partners
Understands fostering legislation, regulations, and safeguarding procedures

Job Responsibility

Lead on kinship assessments for family members or friends as alternative placements for children who cannot remain with their parents
Complete fostering and special guardianship assessments through both private and public law proceedings
Prepare high-quality, analytical court reports within strict timescales
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fostering, Safeguarding, Children in Care, and legal teams

What we offer

£1,000 incentive payment and up to £5,000 retention payment (subject to T&Cs)
Generous annual leave: 30 days plus bank holidays, rising to 33 after 5 years and 35 after 10 years
Hybrid working: Flexible and mobile working policy with a mix of office and home-based work
Free on-site parking
Full reimbursement of your Social Work England registration fee
Inclusive, supportive culture—we celebrate diversity and welcome individuality
Part-time working patterns considered
Local Government pension scheme

Fulltime

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Elysium Healthcare

Location:
United Kingdom , Charlwood

Category:
-

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Social worker

Qualified Social Worker

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Children and Young People Support Worker

Director of Operations

Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Elysium Healthcare

Location:United Kingdom , Charlwood

Category:-

Contract Type:Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:January 18, 2026

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Similar Jobs for Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Social worker

Qualified Social Worker

Lead Social Worker and Safeguarding Lead

Children and Young People Support Worker

Director of Operations

Senior Residential Support Worker

Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker

Location:
United Kingdom , Charlwood

Category:
-

Contract Type:
Not provided

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026