Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Service, Disability Social Care 0-25 Service to join their team based in London . JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £37.54 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time (1 day on site) LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY The Social worker will be working in disability team that specialises in Autism. Experience of court work & CP will be an advantage. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: To provide evidence based support for vulnerable children and young people who have additional learning, social, and/or mental health needs. Working closely with partners to enable vulnerable children and young adults to achieve short and long term outcomes, as well as ensuring the Council can fulfil its statutory role and functions for SEND To plan, manage and monitor the use of available financial, physical and human resources making efficiency savings and/or negotiating and securing additional resources where possible aligning the use of resources with the strategy to meet demand To lead, manage and develop a team that delivers services to children, young adults and families through working collaboratively across the both Council s. Ensuring that there is the capacity and capability within the teams to deliver the programmed commitments THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Qualified Social Worker (SWE Registered) 3 years DFE Experience working with Vulnerable Children Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Feb 04, 2026
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Service, Disability Social Care 0-25 Service to join their team based in London . JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £37.54 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time (1 day on site) LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY The Social worker will be working in disability team that specialises in Autism. Experience of court work & CP will be an advantage. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: To provide evidence based support for vulnerable children and young people who have additional learning, social, and/or mental health needs. Working closely with partners to enable vulnerable children and young adults to achieve short and long term outcomes, as well as ensuring the Council can fulfil its statutory role and functions for SEND To plan, manage and monitor the use of available financial, physical and human resources making efficiency savings and/or negotiating and securing additional resources where possible aligning the use of resources with the strategy to meet demand To lead, manage and develop a team that delivers services to children, young adults and families through working collaboratively across the both Council s. Ensuring that there is the capacity and capability within the teams to deliver the programmed commitments THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Qualified Social Worker (SWE Registered) 3 years DFE Experience working with Vulnerable Children Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their team based in Norfolk JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £35 - £40 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Norfolk JOB SUMMARY The Senior Practitioner will oversee management of incoming work and allocations, authorise assessments and safeguarding work. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: To lead coordinated offers of support to adults who are deemed to have care and support needs and are unable to protect themselves or others Ensuring that services are compliant with statutory guidance and policy and that we are continually improving through work force development, performance monitoring, independent review and case audit To provide a service to adults with care and support needs, their families and carers who meet the threshold for statutory social work intervention. Assessing, planning and reviewing the needs for appropriate services and providing reports. Providing advice, support and information to meet adults with care and support needs in partnership with families and carers THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Qualified Social Workers should also be registered with Health and Care Professions Council Standards (SWE) or have proof of application for registration. Significant post qualifying experience of holding complex adult cases and initiating and undertaking safeguarding processes to a high standard. Proven record in working in a multi-agency environment and an ability to maintain effective working relationship with statutory partners such as health, police and local voluntary partners Ensure the safeguarding of adults with care and support needs Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on (phone number removed).
Feb 04, 2026
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their team based in Norfolk JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £35 - £40 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Norfolk JOB SUMMARY The Senior Practitioner will oversee management of incoming work and allocations, authorise assessments and safeguarding work. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: To lead coordinated offers of support to adults who are deemed to have care and support needs and are unable to protect themselves or others Ensuring that services are compliant with statutory guidance and policy and that we are continually improving through work force development, performance monitoring, independent review and case audit To provide a service to adults with care and support needs, their families and carers who meet the threshold for statutory social work intervention. Assessing, planning and reviewing the needs for appropriate services and providing reports. Providing advice, support and information to meet adults with care and support needs in partnership with families and carers THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Qualified Social Workers should also be registered with Health and Care Professions Council Standards (SWE) or have proof of application for registration. Significant post qualifying experience of holding complex adult cases and initiating and undertaking safeguarding processes to a high standard. Proven record in working in a multi-agency environment and an ability to maintain effective working relationship with statutory partners such as health, police and local voluntary partners Ensure the safeguarding of adults with care and support needs Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on (phone number removed).
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Practice Consultant to join their team based in Yorkshire JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £45 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Yorkshire JOB SUMMARY An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Consultant to join our Adult Mental Health Social Care Service, supporting the continuation and development of the Mental Health Duty Team. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Allocating duty work and providing professional support to Assistant Practitioners on duty Managing a range of urgent and complex work, including: Protection of Property duties Crisis assessments Commissioning urgent packages of care Initial management of safeguarding referral contacts Supporting the ongoing Test and Learn pilot with our mental health care provider Holding a small caseload of complex cases and leading on specialist areas of practice THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (CSS or CQSW accepted) Registered with Social Work England or HCPC (as appropriate) Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience within health or social care Experience of supervising others Strong knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation Experience of working with complex cases, safeguarding, risk assessment and crisis situations Ability to use electronic case management systems and produce high-quality reports Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Feb 02, 2026
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Practice Consultant to join their team based in Yorkshire JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £45 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Yorkshire JOB SUMMARY An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Consultant to join our Adult Mental Health Social Care Service, supporting the continuation and development of the Mental Health Duty Team. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high-quality practice and keen to develop their leadership and management experience. Hybrid working arrangements are in place, enabling you to work flexibly from home or from a range of office bases across the county. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Allocating duty work and providing professional support to Assistant Practitioners on duty Managing a range of urgent and complex work, including: Protection of Property duties Crisis assessments Commissioning urgent packages of care Initial management of safeguarding referral contacts Supporting the ongoing Test and Learn pilot with our mental health care provider Holding a small caseload of complex cases and leading on specialist areas of practice THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (CSS or CQSW accepted) Registered with Social Work England or HCPC (as appropriate) Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience within health or social care Experience of supervising others Strong knowledge of relevant health and social care legislation Experience of working with complex cases, safeguarding, risk assessment and crisis situations Ability to use electronic case management systems and produce high-quality reports Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £30 -£42 per hour WORK TYPE: TemporaryWORK PATTERN: Full TimeLOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Adult Social Care team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference by supporting individuals discharged from acute hospitals into short-term beds and helping them transition back home safely and independently. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Complete occupational therapy assessments for individuals discharged into short-term beds to enable timely and safe discharge home. Undertake person-centred assessments and promote individuals' health, wellbeing, and independence. Work collaboratively with individuals with complex needs to develop support plans that empower choice and maximise independence. Design and implement interventions to reduce the impact of disability and ill health THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: A recognised Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Strong understanding of relevant Health and Social Care legislation, policies, and current practices. Demonstrable experience within adult social care and hospital discharge planning. Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.HOW TO APPLYHit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on .
Jan 30, 2026
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £30 -£42 per hour WORK TYPE: TemporaryWORK PATTERN: Full TimeLOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their Adult Social Care team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference by supporting individuals discharged from acute hospitals into short-term beds and helping them transition back home safely and independently. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Complete occupational therapy assessments for individuals discharged into short-term beds to enable timely and safe discharge home. Undertake person-centred assessments and promote individuals' health, wellbeing, and independence. Work collaboratively with individuals with complex needs to develop support plans that empower choice and maximise independence. Design and implement interventions to reduce the impact of disability and ill health THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: A recognised Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Strong understanding of relevant Health and Social Care legislation, policies, and current practices. Demonstrable experience within adult social care and hospital discharge planning. Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.HOW TO APPLYHit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on .
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Service to join their team based in Birmingham JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £500 day rate WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Birmingham JOB SUMMARY The Head of service to work within a MASH and family assessment team. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Provide strategic leadership for a range of statutory children s social care services, ensuring that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is paramount Responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of an annual business plan by ensuring effective performance management, including identification of risk and capacity issues across the held portfolio of services To ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of service plans, policies, projects and frameworks within Children s Social Care, including the interpretation of national policy guidance and application are in line with strategic priorities THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Relevant Qualifications, with a registered body in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting Social work qualification and registration with Social work England. Hold a Post Graduate Social Work Qualification or can provide substantial evidence of CPD and advanced level skills and knowledge Significant experience as a senior manager working within a complex context and as a qualified Social Worker. Evidence of developing services, policy and guidance, collaborating with stakeholders and families where appropriate Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on (phone number removed).
Sep 22, 2025
Seasonal
Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Service to join their team based in Birmingham JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £500 day rate WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: Birmingham JOB SUMMARY The Head of service to work within a MASH and family assessment team. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Provide strategic leadership for a range of statutory children s social care services, ensuring that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is paramount Responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of an annual business plan by ensuring effective performance management, including identification of risk and capacity issues across the held portfolio of services To ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of service plans, policies, projects and frameworks within Children s Social Care, including the interpretation of national policy guidance and application are in line with strategic priorities THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Relevant Qualifications, with a registered body in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing and experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting Social work qualification and registration with Social work England. Hold a Post Graduate Social Work Qualification or can provide substantial evidence of CPD and advanced level skills and knowledge Significant experience as a senior manager working within a complex context and as a qualified Social Worker. Evidence of developing services, policy and guidance, collaborating with stakeholders and families where appropriate Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on (phone number removed).