Social Worker

Social Worker Children's Case Management

Shropshire Council’s Children’s Social Care and Safeguarding service is growing....

Location

United Kingdom , Shrewsbury

Salary:

39862.00 - 49282.00 GBP / Year

Shropshire Council

Expiration Date

January 11, 2026

Requirements

Qualified or soon-to-be-qualified children's social worker
DBS Required

Job Responsibility

Varied caseload
Working with children and families to ensure children are safe and happy in the long-term
Hold a family through to permanence (closure, step down to Early Help, adoption or transfer to the Looked After Children team)

What we offer

£5,000 retention payment (after two years)
Local government pension scheme
Positive and supportive access to visible managers
High-quality, regular supervision
A restorative, relationship-based practice model
A warm and nurturing work environment
Mutual respect at all levels
An excellent training programme
Great opportunities for progression
Strong relationships with partner organisations

Fulltime

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Children and Families Social Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their ...

Location

United Kingdom , Helensburgh

Salary:

28.00 - 38.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 09, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker
SSSC registered as a Social Worker
Ability to Drive
Ideally JII trained

Job Responsibility

Undertake child assessments and plans
Child Protection

What we offer

Flexible hours
Competitive rate of pay
Free training to keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development
Contributory pension
Referral scheme - receive £300 in vouchers (subject to Ts and Cs)
Help with sourcing accommodation and travel, if required
Dedicated Randstad consultant - one point of contact
Weekly payroll
Support with finding accommodation

Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker

We are currently recruiting for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers in all ...

Location

United Kingdom , Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Cirencester and Forest of Dean

Salary:

39152.00 - 47181.00 GBP / Year

Gloucestershire County Council

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Social Work England/ Wales registration
a recognised qualification in Social Work
to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (if you qualified after 2012)
a full driving licence and willingness to drive
DBS clearance

Job Responsibility

delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire
building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies
provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk

What we offer

welcome payment of £4,000*
annual retention payment of £2,000*
up to £8,000 relocation package*
flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family
supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone

Children's Social Worker

Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding Team. 35 hours p/w. Hybrid working, 3 da...

Location

United Kingdom , Merseyside

Salary:

40.00 GBP / Hour

Pertemps Network Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Social Work or equivalent
Registered with Social Work England
At least 3 years PQE direct employment within English Local Authorities
Completed relevant post-qualifying training
Enhanced DBS check
Excellent communication and written skills
Car driver and have access to a vehicle

Job Responsibility

Safeguarding work
Strong court skills
Improving outcomes for children and families

What we offer

Regular supervision
ICT Kit and support
High quality senior leadership team
Supportive and welcoming team
Stable, permanent team manager and service manager group
Regular reflective supervision
Good range of support services including a Family Group Conference Service, family support workers within teams and an extensive Early Help Offer

Fulltime

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is seeking skilled individuals to join our Chil...

Location

United Kingdom , Stockton-on-Tees

Salary:

27.56 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 08, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker: You must hold a recognized Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW)
Social Work England Registration: Essential to practice as a Social Worker in England
Enhanced DBS: You will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Experience: Demonstrable experience in children's social work, ideally within a Children in Need or Child Protection context
Knowledge: Sound knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Children Act 1989/2004), guidance (e.g., Working Together to Safeguard Children), and best practice in children's social care
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and effectively communicate with children, families, and professionals from diverse backgrounds
Assessment Skills: Proven ability to undertake comprehensive assessments and formulate effective plans
Resilience: Ability to manage challenging situations and demanding workloads, whilst maintaining a child-focused approach

Job Responsibility

Caseload Management: Managing a varied caseload of children and families who are subject to Child in Need plans or Child Protection plans, as well as those involved in Public Law Outline (PLO) and court proceedings
Assessment and Planning: Undertaking comprehensive child and family assessments to identify needs, risks, and protective factors, and developing effective, child-centred plans
Direct Work with Children and Families: Engaging in meaningful, transparent direct work with children and their families to understand their experiences, ensure their voices are heard, and work collaboratively towards positive outcomes
Safeguarding: Playing a key role in child protection investigations and conferences, contributing to safety planning and intervening where children need support and protection
Multi-Agency Collaboration: Working effectively with a range of professionals, including police, health visitors, schools, and other partner agencies, to ensure coordinated and holistic support for children and families
Court Work: Preparing reports and statements for court proceedings, attending court as required, and providing consistent support to children throughout the legal process
Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and high-quality case records in compliance with statutory requirements and local authority policies
Review and Monitoring: Regularly reviewing care plans and services, making adjustments as necessary to meet the evolving needs of children and families

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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

Senior Social Worker

We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker with a strong background in s...

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

49918.00 - 53048.00 GBP / Year

Bracknell Forest Council

Expiration Date

January 11, 2026

Requirements

Current Social Work England registration
Substantial post-qualification experience in statutory children’s social care, including children and family social work, covering areas such as child protection and children in need
Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Experience of working in partnership with children and their families, and other professionals, to produce needs-led plans
Ability to work both independently and effectively as part of a team
Experience of working with children with disabilities and complex needs is desirable but not essential
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework
Candidates must currently reside in the UK

Job Responsibility

Hold a caseload and provide assessment, care planning, intervention and family support
Promote listening to children at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon
Ensure life journey work is completed with children and young people
Assess and identify the needs of children and families referred and negotiate delivery of services
Work alongside partner agencies e.g., voluntary and statutory and within the context of the care plan
Develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines
Participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies
Support and mentor less experienced colleagues including newly qualified Social Workers, Family workers and Social Work Students

What we offer

One-off Welcome Payment of £7,000
Retention Payment of 4% of Annual Salary after 2 years
28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days
Paid employee volunteering scheme
Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Reimbursement of Social Work England registration
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA
Career development through internal and external training opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave

Fulltime

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Parenting Assessment Social Worker

Come join our OUTSTANDING team at Shropshire Children's Services as a Social Wor...

Location

United Kingdom , Shrewsbury

Salary:

39862.00 - 44075.00 GBP / Year

Shropshire Council

Expiration Date

January 16, 2026

Requirements

Qualified children's social worker
At least 2 years' post qualifying experience
Recent experience in undertaking parenting assessments
Good understanding of parenting programmes
Great communication skills
Ability to engage with parents of diverse backgrounds
Ability to work alongside social work teams
Confidence in providing evidence for the Family Courts

Job Responsibility

Hold a caseload of complex assessments
Undertake parenting assessments using the Parent Assess model
Work with parents to assess their strengths and identify gaps or risks in their parenting
Provide evidence for the Family Courts

Fulltime

Social Worker - Children and Families

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Wick, Highland

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

Expiration:
March 09, 2026

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