Charles Hunter Associates

We are working with one of the UK's largest children's charities and oldest charities . The organisation works to support vulnerable children, young people, and families across the UK through a wide range of services, including a renowned fostering service. This service is recruiting for a Supervising Social Worker, to work from home, and covering the South East of England , and holding a small caseload, whilst also supporting the recruitment of foster carers across this region. The salary for this post has a package of £42,000 per annum, plus 26 days annual leave and 8 days bank holidays. You will play a vital role in recruiting, assessing, supervising and developing foster carers, ensuring children receive outstanding care and support. Working in partnership with local authorities and multi-agency professionals, you will help create positive outcomes for children and young people, enabling them to reach their full potential. We are looking for a qualified Social Worker who is trauma informed, and passionate about relationship-based practice, has excellent communication skills, and is committed to delivering high-quality fostering services. Experience within fostering, children's social care or looked after children services is desirable. Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on for further details or and please do be sure to leave your contact details

We are assisting a Berkshire based local authority in recruiting for a Senior Social Worker within a Child in Care team, specialising in assisting young people within the care of the local authority. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 1 years post qualified experience. What's on offer? Salary up to £59,300 PER ANNUMHybrid and flexible working schemeParking available/nearbySWE registration paid for The role Care planning, permanence and court work for children in care, with a caseload target of fourteen or fewer. Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna at Charles Hunter Associates on or email for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in South Wales . The office is in Cardiff . You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 pro rata dependent on experience Mileage covered & Car AllowanceTherapeutic approachHybrid workingTraining & development opportunities Hours : Part time (4 days) / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation

We are looking for a Manager for this organisation's fostering service covering Yorkshire . You will be registered with OFSTED. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About you The successful candidate will have significant experience of working in a Fostering service within a senior management capacity (with a management qualification ideally) preferably with an Independent Fostering Agency or Charity . You will need to be prepared to be office based as the Registered Manager. What's on offer? £57,000 - £64,000 dependent on experiencePaid mileageCompany Pension25 days annual leave + public holidaysTraining & development opportunities Hours : Full-time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation

A large Independent Fostering Agency group who is a multiple service provider are looking for a Team Manager oversee a group of motivated social workers and a reputable service in the Hampshire region . You will be supporting and leading a small team of Supervising Social Workers, and will report into the Registered Manager for the region. This region covers Hampshire and is paying up to £56,000 per annum. This role is a full-time, permanent position and will be based from home and also office in Hampshire (for team meetings/supervision/training). The ideal Team Manager will have experience within Fostering preferably within the private sector along with management experience. Benefits for you: Salary up to £56,500 per annum Excellent training Annual leave of 27 days + 8 public holidays + birthday off Car Allowance Private healthcare Your responsibilities as the Team Manager: Safeguarding of children and young people in placement Provide Management, leadership and development for staff Ensure that the service complies with the Policy and Procedures Provide day to day operational support Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

A South Essex based local authority are looking for a Qualified Social Worker within Adults services to work in a Community Team, working with older adults. This is an assessment based role, working in assisting older people gain access to services, housing and assisted living. Salary up to £46,500 per annum LGPS Pension Scheme Sick Pay Flexible Working Your responsibilities: You will provide a high quality and effective social work service, which responds to the needs of people with lived experiences with care and support needs, their informal carers and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. All assessments and support plans will be completed in accordance with the wellbeing principles of the Care Act 2014 and reflects a strengths-based approach. Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or email for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

An Independent Fostering Agency is looking for a Referrals Team Manager based in South London . You will be, accountable for the delivery of the regional placement team, and managing a team of Referrals Co-ordinators, receiving referrals from local authority. This role is full-time, permanent position. This role is a 9 month contract, however realistic plans for this post to be made to a long term permanent role. Ideally, you will be able to start at short notice. As the Referrals Team Manager , you will need to have a background within the public or private health / social care sector. Ideally, you will have knowledge and experience with a fostering service. This organisation has a great training and development programme which helps with career progression. Benefits for you as the Referral Team Manager: Salary to £47,000 per annum 25 Days Annual leave Professional Support Network Career Development Pension Scheme Employee Rewards Hub Additional Bonuses Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

Family Safeguarding Team Bury Council £39 per hour Join a Family Safeguarding Team for a Local Authority based in Greater Manchester. The social worker will complete parenting assessments and assessing family circumstances. The role is paying £39.00 per hour, 2 days from home and an initial 3-month contract. This is a locum opportunity; the social worker is required to have 3 years post qualified experience within a direct local authority. It is beneficial to have previous social work experience within a Safeguarding service. Benefits for you: £39.00/hour Hybrid working available Stable team structure with regular supervisions Parking available/ nearby For more information, please get in contact: Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant / -

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a newly formed Families First programme team based in South West London on a PERMANENT basis. Salaries are up to £57,000 per annum. You need to have previous experience of working within Children's Frontline services and have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need; social work practice is essential, along with knowledge of methods of social work intervention. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 1 years post qualified experience. About the Team This team is a specialist role focuses on supporting children and young people plus working with families and developing Child in Need, Child Protection, or Looked After Children plans where appropriate. You can be based from home, but will need to attend the offices and meet the needs of the team across the month, when needed. About you A degree within social work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 1 years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role. A valid UK driving license and vehicle is not essential to the success of this role but will help. What's on offer? Salary up to £57,000 per annum£5,000 welcome payment Hybrid and flexible working schemeParking available/nearbyGreat opportunity to develop your skill set and enhance your career Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna at Charles Hunter Associates on or email for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

A Therapeutic Independent Fostering Agency are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join their team in North West London. This is a full -time and permanent position and hybrid based. Cases cover North West London and East London and office based 2 days per week in Harrow. Ideally, you will need to have a background within a Fostering Team as a Supervising Social Worker within an Independent Fostering Agency or a Therapeutic Fostering Agency. Benefits for you: Salary up to £42,000 per annum Travel allowance of £250 per month 28 Days Annual leave Contributory pension Scheme Healthcare Additional pay reviews Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITMENT FOR A NUMBER OF PERMANENT SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORK POSITIONS ALL OVER THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND. We have full-tme and part-time positions with many great opportunities to develop your career within Children's Social Work. Benefits for you : Salaries up to £57,500 per annum Bonuses Home working / remote working part-time or full-time available Training and Development Programmes Travel Packages (car allowance usually around £3k per annum) or company cars Pension Scheme Flexible Working Healthcare Other Benefits LOCATIONS: London (various areas) Essex Kent Surrey Sussex Berkshire Middlesex Hertfordshire Hampshire Bedfordshire Buckinghamshire Suffolk Salaries up to £57,500 per annum (with some paying bonuses, car allowances, company cars and other benefits) Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

A Therapeutic Independent Fostering Agency are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join their team in North West London. This is a full -time and permanent position and hybrid based. Cases cover North West London and East London and office based 2 days per week in Harrow. Ideally, you will need to have a background within a Fostering Team as a Supervising Social Worker within an Independent Fostering Agency or a Therapeutic Fostering Agency. Benefits for you: Salary up to £42,000 per annum Travel allowance of £250 per month 28 Days Annual leave Contributory pension Scheme Healthcare Additional pay reviews Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITMENT FOR A NUMBER OF PERMANENT SUPERVISING SOCIAL WORK POSITIONS ALL OVER THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND. We have full-tme and part-time positions with many great opportunities to develop your career within Children's Social Work. Benefits for you : Salaries up to £57,500 per annum Bonuses Home working / remote working part-time or full-time available Training and Development Programmes Travel Packages (car allowance usually around £3k per annum) or company cars Pension Scheme Flexible Working Healthcare Other Benefits LOCATIONS: London (various areas) Essex Kent Surrey Sussex Berkshire Middlesex Hertfordshire Hampshire Bedfordshire Buckinghamshire Suffolk Salaries up to £57,500 per annum (with some paying bonuses, car allowances, company cars and other benefits) Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in Yorkshire . You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 dependent on experienceMileage covered & Car AllowanceTherapeutic approachHybrid workingTraining & development opportunities Hours : Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation

One of London's largest boroughs are looking for a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker to be part of their Children in Need Team based in North West London . You will be carrying a complex caseload which will consist of several Children and Families. This is a full-time, permanent position with great training and development opportunities. Benefits for you: Salary up to £51,000 per annum 32 days Annual leave Local government pension scheme Pension Scheme Flexible Working Market supplement - £1,500 Healthcare Additional Discounts Your responsibilities: Assessing and planning for children and families Ensure that all the Policies and Procedures are being followed Monitoring and reviewing functions for children and families Providing advice, guidance and support whenever necessary Build and support relationships with children and young people Requirements of you: A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) A valid Social Work England registration Significant experience of working within Children in Need and Court Experience of working within Leadership and Management Must hold a full UK Driving Licence Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on or for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children's and Families Team This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline Work About the team The team makes decisions and performs statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They do this by working with children from a range of services, such as CIN (Children in Need) and CP (Child Protection), and due to holding court cases, a few of the children are also in LAC (Looked After Children). Experience with PLO cases would be desirable but not essential. About you Knowledge and experience working within a fast-paced Frontline Team such as Child protection and Referral and assessment is essential for this role. You will also hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) As well as 3 years post qualifying experience. You will need to have a Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle. What's on offer? Up to £41.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working pattern. Parking available on site An opportunity to work in a specialist environment Easily accessible via car or public transport For more information, please get in touch with. Thomas Sherwood

An I ndependent Fostering Agency are looking for a Supervising Social Worker Lead for their fostering service that covers South West/Bristol . This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working (once a month in the office). You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available) About the team This Independent Fostering Agency is a established fostering service in the South West. This service is rated 'Outstanding' by OFSTED. This team is guided by Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), attachment theory and trauma-informed care. About the job Lead safeguarding practice across the agency. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead. Provide supervision, leadership and support to staff. Support foster carers to provide therapeutic care. Act as Adviser to Foster Panel and present reports where required. Quality assure assessments, reviews and practice standards. Promote DDP-informed and trauma-responsive approaches. Work collaboratively with children, carers, local authorities and partner agencies. About you The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Fostering. Fostering management experience is ideal. What's on offer? Up to £45,000 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Mileage paid Excellent CPD training & development opportunities Further benefits For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation

We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in South Yorkshire . You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 dependent on experienceMileage covered & Car AllowanceTherapeutic approachHybrid workingTraining & development opportunities Hours : Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation

We are looking for a Registered Manager for this organisation's fostering service covering the Midlands . You will be registered with OFSTED but do not need to have been a Registered Manager previously to be considered. You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This small organisation's Fostering service is growing and developing in the Midlands area. It is a small team currently with plenty of prospective carers enquiring about becoming foster carers with them. The current registered manager will continue to work with this organisation alongside you but in a different capacity. About you The successful candidate will have significant experience of working in a Fostering service within a management capacity (with a management qualification ideally) preferably with an Independent Fostering Agency or Charity . You will need to be prepared to be prepared to come into the office occasionally in Birmingham. You will need to keen to help grow and develop this organisation in what is an exciting opportunity. What's on offer? £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experienceCompany PensionTraining & development opportunitiesFlexible working Hours : Full-time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation

We are looking for a Social Worker for this well thought of organisation covering a caseload in Gloucestershire & Wiltshire . You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) About the team This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and their families and work with a therapeutic approach. They are very creative with their work. About you The successful candidate will have experience within Children's Social Work and especially within a Fostering team post qualification whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation. What's on offer? Up to £42,658 dependent on experienceMileage covered & Car AllowanceTherapeutic approachHybrid workingTraining & development opportunities Hours : Full time / Permanent For more information, please contact Jamil Olweny / What do you get from working with me? CV enhancement Application form enhancement Access to many jobs in the market One central point of contact Interview preparation assistance Expert consultation Questions answered Offer negotiation