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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Community Mental Health Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team are responsible for care coordination of complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users and risk assessment and management.
Holistic mental health assessments are key to the day-to-day workings of the team.
The team works hard to support not only the service users to improve their independence where possible - but also their careers and families to ensure the wider support network is effective.
About you
The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills.
Experience working with adults with psychosis and the ability to able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role.
What's on offer?
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working schedule
An opportunity to work in a specialist environment
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood - Adult Social Work Consultant
07442 576 906 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: West London, England
Salary / Rate: £32 - £35 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-15 15:20:29
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We are looking for a children Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities Team.
This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
This team works to support children with permanent disabilities who without support would be impaired without the access to specialist provisions, adaptations or equipment.
The day-to-day responsibilities include carrying out assessments and offering the appropriate break services to children who have a diagnosed disabilities and/or complex health needs and their families.
This team allows for close work with the cared for children team, both on full care orders and section 20 agreements, and support from the Independent Reviewing Officer ensuring that care plans and fostering regulations are being carried out appropriately.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience in permanent contract/s is essential in order to be considered for this role.
Experience in working with disabled children and/or working in other frontline teams as well as building relationships with families is crucial for this position.
What's on offer
£35.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
On site parking
Easily accessible via car and public transport
Close supervision from Independent Reviewing Officers
For more information, please get in contact.
Zain Ali - candidate consultant
0118 948 5555 / 0743 641 2945 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £35.00 per hour + Hybrid Working
Posted: 2025-05-14 17:05:25
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An amazing job opportunity has arisen for a committed Psychologist to work in an exceptional hospital setting based in the Dewsbury, West Yorkshire area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This hospital provides a specialist inpatient service for adults and older age males with severe and enduring mental health conditions, who may also have an undiagnosed memory related illness.
Our client also provides a specialist neuro-cognitive and dementia care service for males presenting with very agitated or aggressive behaviour
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*To be considered for this position you must hold a relevant qualification in Psychology and registered with the HCPC
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As the Psychologist your key responsibilities include:
Identifies and delivers appropriate and relevant treatments and interventions within the given field of therapy, in order to promote and develop the mental, emotional, physical and social well-being of clients; liaising with family and carers
Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking assessments to determine and plan an effective therapy programme for assigned clients using appropriate and relevant treatments, activities and interventions
Facilitates individual and group therapy sessions within the given field of therapy ensuring activities and interventions continue to meet the needs of the client, and are consistent with the provisions detailed in the client's therapy plan
Manages an assigned caseload within agreed timescales ensuring regular interaction and communication with clients, professional colleagues and clinical staff
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records in the form of case notes, case files, clinical reports, computerised information systems and other associated documentation presenting and sharing relevant information and knowledge concerning assigned clients with professional and clinical colleagues at regular MDT meetings
Leads and co-ordinates professional and clinical colleagues, providing psychotherapeutic advice and guidance, and assists with the analysis of statistical data and information for research and audit purposes
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Have Chartered Psychologist status and appropriate post-graduate qualifications
Be an approved supervisor within the guidelines of the BPS and relevant division
Have understanding evidence-based psychological practice
Have experience of applying psychological knowledge to a clinical setting
Be experienced working with clients with cognitive deficits
Have previous experience of conducting research and project working
The successful Psychologist will receive an excellent salary of £40,528 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 22.5 hours a week.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (at commencement of employment) plus a day off for your birthday
A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP)
Free parking
Long Service Annual Leave entitlements
Carefirst - Employee Assistance Services
Continuous learning and development
Voluntary Benefits
Reference ID: 6903
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Dewsbury, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £40528 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-14 16:34:04
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Support Worker to work in an excellent care home based in the Lowestoft, Suffolk area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers
This is an exceptional care which offers residential and dementia care in a warm and welcoming environment
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*To be considered for this position you must have or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
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As a Senior Support Worker your key responsibilities include:
Recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents
Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals
Contributing to care planning and coaching support workers
Take an active professional role in promoting the services offered when dealing with relatives, prospective residents and enquiries
Participate in updating and writing care plans and resident documentation
Be responsible for making and reporting realistic assessments of each resident to ensure continuity of care
Be responsible for administrating medication to the residents in accordance with policies and procedures
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Proven experience of working in a care setting
A good team player
Good verbal and written communication skills
Have a genuine desire to care for others
The successful Senior Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £13.00 per hour and the annual salary is £24,336 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working through night shifts.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Pension scheme
Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
Enhanced rates for bank holidays
Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
Paid breaks
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Costs for an enhanced DBS
Rewards for years of service
Reference ID: 6656
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Lowestoft, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £24336 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-14 16:33:50
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An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Support Worker to work in an excellent care home based in the Lowestoft, Suffolk area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading healthcare providers
This is an exceptional care which offers residential and dementia care in a warm and welcoming environment
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*To be considered for this position you must have or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care
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As a Senior Support Worker your key responsibilities include:
Recognise and facilitate the daily needs of residents
Conduct formal supervisions and appraisals
Contributing to care planning and coaching support workers
Take an active professional role in promoting the services offered when dealing with relatives, prospective residents and enquiries
Participate in updating and writing care plans and resident documentation
Be responsible for making and reporting realistic assessments of each resident to ensure continuity of care
Be responsible for administrating medication to the residents in accordance with policies and procedures
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Proven experience of working in a care setting
A good team player
Good verbal and written communication skills
Have a genuine desire to care for others
The successful Senior Support Worker will receive an excellent salary of £13.00 per hour and the annual salary is £24,336 per annum.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 36 hours a week working through night shifts.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Pension scheme
Comprehensive induction and paid training programme with career prospects
Enhanced rates for bank holidays
Recognition schemes (Employee of the Month and Company Care Awards)
Paid breaks
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Costs for an enhanced DBS
Rewards for years of service
Reference ID: 6656
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Lowestoft, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: Up to £24336 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-14 16:33:43
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We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Fostering Team
It is REQUIRED to have a Social Work Qualification with at least 3 years of experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The team works to supervise foster carers and ensure every key area of the role as a carer is discussed, recorded and challenged where necessary.
Additionally, the team completes viability assessments, fostering annual reviews and are part of a duty rota twice a month.
This team prides themselves on completing trauma informed work with a therapeutic approach to each case.
About you
Experience working within fostering and completing connected assessments is essential for success in this role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/ DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s is essential.
A valid UK driving licence and a car is required in order to be considered for this position.
Benefits
£33.30 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available)
“Good” Ofsted inspection results
Easy to access by car / lots of parking available around and on site
Hybrid working set up
Supportive management structure
For more information - please get in touch
Will Taylor - Candidate Consultant
07442583541/0118 948 5555
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Type: Contract Location: Shrewsbury, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £33.30 per hour + Hybrid Working
Posted: 2025-05-13 16:57:09
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We are looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join a Mental Health Hospital Discharge Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This is a fast paced team who work to ensure patients with mental health conditions are safely discharged from hospital and back into community settings.
Carrying out bedside assessments (such as Section 117), arranging appropriate care packages for comprehensive discharges and advocating for service users and their independence is at the forefront of the team's motivation.
The team work with professionals in the hospital, community resources teams and the voluntary sector.
About you
The successful candidate will have worked in mental health specialised team (inpatient or community based) with vast knowledge and experience of completing Section 117 assessments.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years of experience working in an Adult's Social Work environment is essential in order to be considered for this position.
What's on offer?
£32.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
A chance to work is a specialised team environment
Easily accessible via car or public transport
Parking available/ nearby
Short term, fast paced case holding
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07990044930 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £32.00 per hour + hybrid working
Posted: 2025-05-13 16:25:28
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team is works with service users in the borough who have learning disabilities to develop co-produced care plans and conduct risk assessments with their carers.
The aim of the team is to provide support and liaison with local services to promote the independence of each person under their care, ensuring that no form of abuse, i.e., physical, mental, or financial, is taking place.
The team works hard to support not only the service users to improve their quality of life but also their careers and families to ensure the wider support network is effective.
About you
About you
The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills.
Experience working with adults with psychosis and the ability to able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working schedule
An opportunity to work in a specialist environment
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Bath, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 17:07:00
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a children's services, specialist court team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience (no visa sponsorship)
About the team
The team works in partnership with the children and their families to understand the support that they need to live safely and happily.
Creating plans for the children and the families will be made and reviewed every 12 weeks in this role.
About you
The ability to complete protect and care for the children is essential in this role.
Extensive assessment work, long term work and frontline (Child Protection, Children in Need, Assessment, Safeguarding) experience is part of the role.
Experience in section 47 and section 17 will also benefit you.
What's on Offer
£33.300/hr per hour umbrella (PAYE option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Longer term cases - Connecting with the families
Parking in a staff car park is available on site
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles - Consultant
07776 849119 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Staffordshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £33.30 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:54:19
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We are Looking for a Kinship Social Worker to join our Fostering Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This is a close-knit team who are responsible for undertaking high quality assessments that ensure the best placements for the most vulnerable children in the service.
The team are also expected to complete unannounced visits to foster carers, ensuring that the safety of the child or children are paramount.
Managing complex situations effectively and efficiently is key to the success of this role.
About you
The ideal candidate will have sound understanding and experience of undertaking supervision of foster carers as well as working with Children and Families ensuring the best outcome for the child.
Other relevant experience such as Looked After Children and Leaving Care will also be helpful in being successful in this role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children setting are essential for this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £38/hr per hour umbrella depending on experience (PAYE payment options available also)
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Swindon, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:51:40
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We are looking for an Qualified Adult's Social Worker to join an Adult's Mental Health Team and Hospital Team.
This role requires a current Social Work England registration with 3 years post qualified experience and right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).
About the team
This team works in the community to improve the treatment and safety of people with mental health issues.
The team makes decisions on the best outcomes for them.
Care coordination of complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users, risk assessment and management and safeguarding are just some of the day-to-day duties of an adult social worker, in the mental health team.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role.
To be successful in this role, you must have experience of working with adults with psychosis and complex needs, experience of Care Act assessments and reviews and able to manage their time effectively and prioritise their workload.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy & procedure including Safeguarding, Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act will also be necessary for the role.
What's on Offer
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking Accessible nearby
Public transport is easily accessible nearby
Direct Role
Hybrid working
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles - Recruitment Consultant
07776849119 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Merseyside, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £35.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:43:24
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I am looking for an Adults' Social Worker to join a Learning Disability Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team work in partnership with disabled adults to understand and support them in what they need.
In this team they also promote independence for the adults whilst protecting them.
The team of social workers, work alongside the social managers and clinical leads and complete face to face visits.
Completing care act assessments, mental capacity assessments and community DOL assessments are all part of the role.
The team work within the Care Act 2014 at all times and work in a strengths based way.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role.
The ability to complete Mental Capacity and /or Best Interest Assessments, eligibility assessments and relevant documents for the community DOL is important.
You would need to ensure that the requirements of the MCA 2005 are met and that the service users' rights under the ECHR (human rights Act 1998) are upheld.
You must have a good level of knowledge and experience of safeguarding adults, and to undertake safeguarding enquiries and interventions and have good knowledge of Direct Payments.
What's on Offer
Up to £30.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Excellent Training on the job available
Full time hours
Parking available/nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant
07776849119 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £30.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:43:21
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I am looking for an Adults' Social Worker to join a Healthcare Assessments team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team work in partnership with disabled adults to understand and support them in what they need.
In this role, the team use DST (Decision Tool Support) and travelling countywide.
The Continuing Healthcare (NHS CHC) is a package of care for adults aged 18 or over which is arranged and funded solely by the NHS.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role.
The ability to assess the package of care for the adults is important.
You must have experience in adults social work and should understand Continuing Healthcare Assessments and what they are.
What's on Offer
£32.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Excellent Training on the job available
Parking available/nearby
Easily accessible via car
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant
07776 849119
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Type: Contract Location: Manchester, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £32.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:43:18
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We are looking for an Qualified Adult's Social Worker to join an Adult's Mental Health Team.
This role requires a current Social Work England registration with 2 years post qualified experience and right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).
About the team
This team works in the community to improve the treatment and safety of people with mental health issues.
The team makes decisions on the best outcomes for them.
Care coordination of complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users, risk assessment and management and safeguarding are just some of the day-to-day duties of an adult social worker, in the mental health team.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role.
To be successful in this role, you must have experience of working with adults with psychosis and complex needs, experience of Care Act assessments and reviews and able to manage their time effectively and prioritise their workload.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy & procedure including Safeguarding, Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act will also be necessary for the role.
What's on Offer
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking Accessible nearby
Public transport is easily accessible nearby
Direct Role
Hybrid working
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant
07776849119 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Merseyside, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 month
Salary / Rate: Up to £35.00 per hour + Hybrid Working
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:43:12
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Are you ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact?
We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can thrive.
This is your opportunity to shape a new service from the ground up, create a high-performing team, and deliver life-changing outcomes for children and young people aged 8-17 with trauma, SEND, and complex emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Register and lead a new children's home in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
Recruit, train, and manage a trauma-informed staff team
Drive high standards of care, safety, and compliance
Create and embed a positive, supportive culture where children feel valued and heard
Work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and external professionals
Manage budgets and maintain a warm, homely, and high-quality living environment
You'll Need To Have:
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or be working towards it)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential children's care setting
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning
Leadership experience and a track record of building effective teams
A full UK driving licence and access to a car
Desirable Experience:
Prior registration as a Registered Manager with Ofsted
Experience setting up new services or homes
Knowledge of trauma-informed, therapeutic, or SEND-focused care
Local authority partnership or commissioning background
What You'll Get:
Competitive salary with on-call enhancements
Full support through Ofsted registration process
Ongoing CPD and leadership training
The chance to lead and shape a service from day one
Supportive leadership team and values-driven culture
Be part of something meaningful. If you're a confident leader who wants to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Birmingham, England
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £52000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:25:55
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Are you ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact?
We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can thrive.
This is your opportunity to shape a new service from the ground up, create a high-performing team, and deliver life-changing outcomes for children and young people aged 8-17 with trauma, SEND, and complex emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Register and lead a new children's home in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
Recruit, train, and manage a trauma-informed staff team
Drive high standards of care, safety, and compliance
Create and embed a positive, supportive culture where children feel valued and heard
Work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and external professionals
Manage budgets and maintain a warm, homely, and high-quality living environment
You'll Need To Have:
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or be working towards it)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential children's care setting
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning
Leadership experience and a track record of building effective teams
A full UK driving licence and access to a car
Desirable Experience:
Prior registration as a Registered Manager with Ofsted
Experience setting up new services or homes
Knowledge of trauma-informed, therapeutic, or SEND-focused care
Local authority partnership or commissioning background
What You'll Get:
Competitive salary with on-call enhancements
Full support through Ofsted registration process
Ongoing CPD and leadership training
The chance to lead and shape a service from day one
Supportive leadership team and values-driven culture
Be part of something meaningful. If you're a confident leader who wants to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Birmingham, England
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £52000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-12 16:06:50
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We are looking for a children Social Worker to join a Children in Care team.
This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
This team works to support children based in residential settings, foster care and special guardianship settings to ensure they are getting the support they need.
The day-to-day responsibilities include regular visits every 6-12 weeks, reviewing care plans every 6 months and taking part in court proceedings when necessary.
This team offers regular supervision to all their Social Worker's to ensure comprehensive support is given when dealing with complex cases.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience in permanent contract/s is essential in order to be considered for this role.
Experience in completing court work, safeguarding assessments and CIC assessments lends well to the success of this role.
A valid UK driving licence is preferred but not essential.
What's on offer
£37.52 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
On site parking
Access to training and development pathways
An opportunity to be apart of the local authority's transformation journey
Easily accessible via car and public transport
For more information, please get in contact.
Zain Ali - candidate consultant
0118 948 5555 / 0743 641 2945 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £37.52 per hour + Hybrid Working
Posted: 2025-05-12 15:28:26
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Purpose
To support social workers who safeguard and promote the welfare of the most vulnerable children and young people in the City through the delivery of high quality service.
Responsibilities
To be responsible for an ‘allocated worker' casework role, as assigned by Team Manager/Social Worker:
To collect, accurately record, using management information systems, and critically analyse all relevant information and take appropriate actions to fulfil statutory responsibilities to promote and safeguard the well-being and interests of the child/young people.
To ensure the well-being and safety of the child/young person is paramount through analysing all necessary information to complete assessments that comply with statutory requirements.
As directed, provides practical day to day support to children and their families.
Liaise and work with other professionals and agencies to achieve optimal outcomes for children and young people; and ensure that services are ‘joined up' in approach.
To accurately record, report and communicate using accurate, up-to-date evidence based information in accordance with statutory and organisational requirements.
To communicate effectively to a variety of audiences through written, verbal and other means of communication.
To take personal responsibility for your own professional development and reflective practice and keep up-to-date with changes to legislation, court rules, policies, procedures and best practice development.
To work as a team member and attend team meetings and service reviews to positively contribute to the outcomes for children achieved as a team.
Actively support the Team Manager by undertaking any other duties commensurate with the job or needs of the service.
Required
Experience of working with children and/or their families in a care setting.
Liaising with agencies to get help for children and/or their families.
Demonstrates a basic knowledge of social work practice.
Basic understanding of the legislative framework applying to working with children and families in a statutory setting
Ability to work professionally with people experiencing challenging personal circumstances
You will also have strong administration and IT skills, as your time will be split between office-based tasks and work in the community, visiting families.
Key effective communication and positive relationship skills are essential, as well as clear, concise record keeping, in a timely, accurate manner, applying your time management and organisational skills.
The ability to work effectively with colleagues and other agencies; solve problems, negotiate and make decisions are also a necessity to be able to support the social work team.
If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on 02036913890 between 9am to 5pm (Mon to fri) ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Birmingham, England
Salary / Rate: £12.20 - £13 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 14:32:41
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Our Client is based in South East London is looking for Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to join their team
Your primary responsibilities will include
To manage a team of frontline officers who arrange emergency and temporary accommodation placements and appropriate referrals into supported accommodation, ensuring all placements and referrals are carried out in a timely manner, making the best use of all available housing stock at all times.
Arrange emergency accommodation on behalf of other Council services, including Children's Social Services and Adult Social Care.
Co-ordinate available properties in the private rented sector and in conjunction with Housing Caseworkers and the Tenancy Management and Resettlement Officers identify highest priority households to be put forward for Direct Lets to prevent and relieve homelessness.
To ensure high quality offers, suitability and discharge of duty decisions are made in a timely manner relating to offers of properties (temporary accommodation & private rented properties) and that staff work proactively to find an appropriate housing solution to bring the Council's ‘relief'/ full housing duty to an end
You are also expected to as a team leader/manager
Adapt the planned delivery of services to ensure changing community and customer needs.
Monitor and review service outcomes ensuring effective delivery of personal and team objectives.
Ensure the continuous improvement in services using creative and informative inventions as well as effective performance and quality management.
Plan, deploy and co-ordinate people resources to meet changing operational needs.
Ensure services meet statutory and identified organisational standards and regulations.
Ensure an understanding of the impact of your service on other functions.
To oversee the co-ordination of a range of accommodation options, including but not restricted to, temporary accommodation (including emergency Bed and Breakfast), Private Sector Leased accommodation, Private Managed Accommodation, Direct Lets and Supported Housing, ensuring maximum occupancy of available accommodation to minimise void times.
To effectively recruit, induct and train staff, undertake regular supervisions and set and monitor objectives; ensure annual performance development appraisals are completed alongside learning and development plans and any performance and HR issues are dealt with as they arise.
To be responsible for leading and motivating the team on a day to day basis to deliver a high quality, professional and customer centric service to internal and external customers; provide and/or facilitate coaching and mentoring and effectively address poor behaviours and poor performance.
To promote a philosophy of putting customer needs first at every opportunity and to put in place arrangements to action this.
To oppose and where possible eradicate all forms of discrimination, making a positive contribution to managing diversity, both as an employer and service provider.
To raise performance in the team by contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
Requirement's
Must have an ENHANCED DBS
Shift Pattern
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Pay
£30 P/H
If interested please apply below
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Type: Contract Location: South East London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 12:20:00
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Our Client is based in South East London is looking for Accommodation Assessment & Lettings Team Leader to join their team
Your primary responsibilities will include
To manage a team of frontline officers who arrange emergency and temporary accommodation placements and appropriate referrals into supported accommodation, ensuring all placements and referrals are carried out in a timely manner, making the best use of all available housing stock at all times.
Arrange emergency accommodation on behalf of other Council services, including Children's Social Services and Adult Social Care.
Co-ordinate available properties in the private rented sector and in conjunction with Housing Caseworkers and the Tenancy Management and Resettlement Officers identify highest priority households to be put forward for Direct Lets to prevent and relieve homelessness.
To ensure high quality offers, suitability and discharge of duty decisions are made in a timely manner relating to offers of properties (temporary accommodation & private rented properties) and that staff work proactively to find an appropriate housing solution to bring the Council's ‘relief'/ full housing duty to an end
You are also expected to as a team leader/manager
Adapt the planned delivery of services to ensure changing community and customer needs.
Monitor and review service outcomes ensuring effective delivery of personal and team objectives.
Ensure the continuous improvement in services using creative and informative inventions as well as effective performance and quality management.
Plan, deploy and co-ordinate people resources to meet changing operational needs.
Ensure services meet statutory and identified organisational standards and regulations.
Ensure an understanding of the impact of your service on other functions.
To oversee the co-ordination of a range of accommodation options, including but not restricted to, temporary accommodation (including emergency Bed and Breakfast), Private Sector Leased accommodation, Private Managed Accommodation, Direct Lets and Supported Housing, ensuring maximum occupancy of available accommodation to minimise void times.
To effectively recruit, induct and train staff, undertake regular supervisions and set and monitor objectives; ensure annual performance development appraisals are completed alongside learning and development plans and any performance and HR issues are dealt with as they arise.
To be responsible for leading and motivating the team on a day to day basis to deliver a high quality, professional and customer centric service to internal and external customers; provide and/or facilitate coaching and mentoring and effectively address poor behaviours and poor performance.
To promote a philosophy of putting customer needs first at every opportunity and to put in place arrangements to action this.
To oppose and where possible eradicate all forms of discrimination, making a positive contribution to managing diversity, both as an employer and service provider.
To raise performance in the team by contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
Shift Pattern
9:00AM to 5:00PM
Pay
£30 P/H
If interested please apply below
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Type: Contract Location: South East London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-12 12:18:08
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Do you love working with children and young people?
Are you looking for a new challenge or change?
Do you want to further develop your social work career and knowledge working with permanent experienced colleagues and line managers?
Do you want to work in an environment where equality and diversity is recognised, promoted and practised?
We are seeking experienced social workers to join our patch-based assessment teams, taking cases from the initial contact team to complete both S17 and S47 assessments to closure, step down or transfer to the safeguarding teams.
You will be supported by and working with a fully permanent management group in teams where the culture of ‘team' being a supportive learning environment is embedded with regular supervision, manageable caseloads and regular team meetings as well as a comprehensive training offer in partnership with the social work academy.
We know how important this is in achieving forward thinking and progressive social work practice where children and young people experience a great consistent and responsive service and our partners have trust and confidence in us. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Worcester, England
Salary / Rate: £23 - £28 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-09 17:00:03
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Safeguarding Social Workers - Malvern & Worcester
Children are at the heart of everything we do here in Worcestershire.
We are an authority rated ‘Good' by Ofsted and it has been recognised that our Social Workers are skilled at forming relationships with children and their families, engaging in direct work and maintaining thoughtful records for children.
Within our Safeguarding teams you will work with children who are subject of child protection plans supporting families to address the identified worries.
You will be well supported by a Specialist Family Support team and where the trilogy of harm exists a multi-disciplinary team consisting of substance abuse workers, domestic violence workers and emotional health and well-being workers.
You will chair core groups and regularly assess families progress.
Where intervention has not been successful we are committed to ensuring children are brought up by their families and have access to a family group conference coordinator and to kinship teams to progress assessments of family members.
PLO pre-proceedings was identified as an area of strength in a recent Ofsted inspection and you will support families in reducing risks and diverting from court proceedings wherever possible.
You will be skilled in undertaking parenting and risk assessments to inform future planning and timescales.
You will initiate care proceedings when necessary and be part of a team which prides itself in adhering to the 26 week timescale in proceedings ensuring children secure permanence promptly with appropriate plans.
You will be well supported by a stable, permanent management team and colleagues who value the social work role and enjoy working in Worcestershire.
If you are interested in the role please contact us………
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Type: Contract Location: Worcester, England
Salary / Rate: £20 - £24 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-09 16:59:56
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We are looking for a Adult's Social Worker to join a Learning Disabilities Team
With this role it is REQUIRED to have a Social Work Qualification with 2 years of post qualified experience
About the Team
The team supports adults 18 + with learning disabilities to promote independence and community cohesion in order to provide the best quality of life.
Completing Care Act Assessments, Care Act reviews and risk assessments are key to the responsibilities that this team holds.
Additionally, the team works with Adult Social Care Staff from the council and the NHS to ensure comprehensive care planning and support is given.
About You
Experience working within a Learning Disabilities or community based team lends well to this role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/ DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience is essential.
A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are required.
Benefits
£30.66 per hour umbrella
Supportive team structure
Long term relationship building
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible via public transport
Hybrid working scheme
For more information - please get in touch
Will Taylor - Candidate Consultant
07442583541/0118 948 5555
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Type: Contract Location: Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30.66 per hour + Hybrid Working
Posted: 2025-05-09 16:25:10
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Adult Assessment and Safeguarding Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team are responsible for the first point of intervention for service users and their respective carers following a referral.
Completing short-term assessments managing cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users are some of the key responsibilities in this team.
The team works cohesively with the longer-term teams to make sure each case that needs to be escalated is effectively managed.
The team works hard to support not only the service users to improve their independence where possible - but also their careers and families to ensure the wider support network is effective.
About you
The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills.
Experience working with adults with psychosis and the ability to able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working schedule
An opportunity to work in a specialist environment
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood - Candidate Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: Bath, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2025-05-09 15:38:17
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Are you an adaptable, strong leader, who wants to be part of forward thinking, growing charity with a modern, creative and holistic approach?
I am looking for an experienced Deputy or Service Manager to lead staff in services for a specialist provider that supports the independence of those with Learning Disabilities.
This role is based in Andover with a salary of £32,000 -£35,00 (DOE)
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK.
This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years.
I work within in the South of England and will work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Requirements:
QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management or willingness to complete
A successful track record of performance managing staff within adult social care services
A great understanding of CQC framework and regulations, as well as risk assessment and safety management
Excellent IT and organisational skills
Full, clean driving licence and access to a car
Benefits
Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
Contributory Pension Scheme
Induction and ongoing training.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work
Wellbeing support (including counselling services, occupational health, and physiotherapy)
If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career, then apply now! I will call you within 3 days of your successful application, answer any questions, and fast track your application to my client.
Alternatively, please contact Laura for more information on similar roles.
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Hello {CANDIDATE_FIRSTNAME}
I found your resume on Indeed and wanted to reach out about the Children's Deputy Manager position with Charles Hunter Associates.
Your experience as a Deputy Manager, in children's homes and experience with therapeutic practice aligns well with this role.
This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, along with the opportunity to work in a newly refurbished home with a Local Authority provider.
If you're interested, please select 'Confirm my interest' to learn more!
If for whatever reason, this role doesn't quite tick all the boxes, confirm your interest anyway and I can you something more suitable!
Thanks,
Laura Hulin
I am looking or Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teacher who specialises in Maths as a subject for an SEMH school based in Croydon.
The school is part of a nationwide provider that provides specialised educational and residential services for young people with SEMH, SEN and additional needs.
You will be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in education, ensuring that every student receives the support they need to succeed.
As an SEMH Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students, helping them achieve their full potential.
A SEMH Teacher's primary goal is to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.
This role is crucial in providing high-quality learning experiences for students with diverse needs.
This rewarding position requires a deep understanding of various challenges that students may face, including Autism, Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) issues, and Learning Disabilities.
Your Responsibilities
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs):Developing and implementing personalized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs and abilities.
Classroom Management: Maintaining a structured and positive classroom atmosphere that encourages participation and learning.
Collaboration: Working closely with other teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure a consistent approach to each student's education and well-being.
Continuous Assessment: Regularly evaluating student progress and adjusting teaching strategies to meet evolving needs.
Required Qualifications
A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)or equivalent qualification, emphasizing special education.
Experience or specialized training in working with children with Autism, SEMH, and Learning Disabilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and families.
Skills and Attributes
Empathy and Patience: Understanding the unique challenges faced by students with special needs and showing compassion in addressing them.
Adaptability: Being able to adjust teaching methods and materials to suit different learning styles and abilities.
Problem-solving: Developing creative solutions to overcome educational barriers and foster student success.
Commitment to Inclusion: Dedicated to promoting an inclusive environment where all students feel valued and supported.
If this sounds like a match for you, then please get in touch for more information
Work for an Independent, progressive and OFSTED rated ‘OUTSTANDING' children's social care provider that specialises in the support of young people and children with Learning Disabilities, based in Herne Bay.
If you have experience leading staff within children's residential homes and a Level 3 in residential childcare, then I want to hear from you! Starting salary of £30,160 - £34,830
Please do not apply for this job if you require sponsorship to work in the UK.
This position is only available for those who have right to work in the UK.
Charles Hunter Associates are a specialist recruitment consultancy, established for 13 years.
I work within in the South of England and work closely with you to help find the most suitable role.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and pension
Refer a friend scheme
Staff recognition schemes
Team building days and events
Award and achievement ceremonies
Part & full time, sessional contracts
High level of management support
Bespoken training packages
Coaching for professional and personal development, career progression including fully funded Level 3,4 and 5 adult & child care diplomas
Well-being individual counselling and group session support
Requirements:
A level 3 Residential Childcare Diploma or equivalent specific to children's residential care
You must be 21 years of age or older
Social care experience with challenging behaviours at senior level in either Adult or Children's social care
Good knowledge of Ofsted
A successful track record of shift leading teams within children's homes.
Experience with and a passion for working with children and young people
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership, staff allocation and performance management
Rotas
Risk Assessments and care plan updates
Safeguarding
Medication
Auditing
If you are looking for your next exciting and rewarding career move contact: Laura
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Type: Permanent Location: Chatham, England
Salary / Rate: £32000 - £35000 per annum + Plus Bonuses
Posted: 2025-05-09 14:42:18
