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Tripod Partners Plymouth, Devon
Oct 15, 2025
Contractor
Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Plymouth City Council Up to 42 per hour Plymouth City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our busy and supportive Child Protection team. This is a vital role managing complex and high-risk cases, contributing significantly to safeguarding the most vulnerable children in the city. We are looking for a practitioner who can provide expert intervention and demonstrate advanced knowledge of the legal framework surrounding child protection. Key Duties and Responsibilities As a Senior Social Worker, you will be expected to: Manage a complex caseload of children subject to statutory intervention, demonstrating high-level analytical and risk assessment skills. Lead multi-agency strategy discussions and effectively chair complex meetings. Prepare robust assessments and court documentation to the highest standard, meeting strict legal deadlines. Work collaboratively with legal services, CAFCASS, and partner agencies to achieve positive and timely permanency outcomes for children. Provide peer support and mentoring to less experienced colleagues within the team. Desirable Experience ParentAssess Training: Experience or certification as a ParentAssess trained practitioner is highly desirable, enabling you to conduct specialist, high-quality parenting assessments. Requirements: Qualification and Registration: A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England (SWE). Local Authority Experience: A minimum of 3 years' permanent experience working directly within a Local Authority Children's Services team. Specialist Experience: Extensive and demonstrable experience in Child Protection work, including Section 47 Enquiries, Child Protection Planning, and managing complex Child in Need and Child Protection cases. Legal Expertise: Proven, recent experience with Care Proceedings, including writing expert evidence, presenting to court, and implementing complex care plans.
Tripod Partners Benwell, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Oct 15, 2025
Contractor
Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Children's Long-Term Team Newcastle City Council Up to 34 per hour Are you an experienced and highly skilled Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join Newcastle City Council as an Advanced Practitioner in our dedicated Children's Long-Term Team. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your extensive experience in complex case management and help shape the practice of others. Key Responsibilities: As an Advanced Practitioner, you will focus on high-quality, reflective practice and provide leadership and guidance within the Long-Term Team. Your duties will include: Expert Case Management: Holding a small, complex, and high-risk caseload, often involving care proceedings, serious safeguarding concerns, and children subject to permanence planning (adoption or long-term foster care). Practice Leadership: Providing informal and formal supervision, coaching, and mentoring to less experienced Social Workers, fostering a culture of continuous professional development and reflective practice. Quality Assurance: Leading on quality assurance activities such as case file audits, dip samples, and preparing cases for statutory reviews to ensure consistency and adherence to statutory requirements and high professional standards. Court Work: Preparing high-quality court reports (e.g., statements of evidence, care plans), attending court hearings, and providing expert testimony in care proceedings. Strategy and Decision-Making: Acting as a subject matter expert, advising management on the most complex decisions, and ensuring that all interventions are legally sound and in the child's best interests. Statutory Reviews: Attending and contributing to a range of meetings and statutory reviews, including Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Child (LAC) Reviews. Requirements Qualification: Recognised Social Work qualification. Registration: Current registration with Social Work England (SWE). Experience: Significant post-qualifying experience (typically 4+ years) within a Children's Services setting, specifically within a long-term or court-focused team. Expert Knowledge: Expert-level knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989, statutory guidance, and established best practice. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to colleagues. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engagement with vulnerable families, presentation of complex information in court, and preparation of detailed reports. If you are ready to use your advanced skills to safeguard children and mentor the next generation of Social Workers in a supportive council, we encourage you to apply!
Tripod Partners Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Children's Long-Term Team Newcastle City Council Up to £34 per hour Are you an experienced and highly skilled Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join Newcastle City Council as an Advanced Practitioner in our dedicated Children's Long-Term Team. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your extensive experience in complex case management and help shape the practice of others. Key Responsibilities: As an Advanced Practitioner, you will focus on high-quality, reflective practice and provide leadership and guidance within the Long-Term Team. Your duties will include: Expert Case Management: Holding a small, complex, and high-risk caseload, often involving care proceedings, serious safeguarding concerns, and children subject to permanence planning (adoption or long-term foster care). Practice Leadership: Providing informal and formal supervision, coaching, and mentoring to less experienced Social Workers, fostering a culture of continuous professional development and reflective practice. Quality Assurance: Leading on quality assurance activities such as case file audits, dip samples, and preparing cases for statutory reviews to ensure consistency and adherence to statutory requirements and high professional standards. Court Work: Preparing high-quality court reports (e.g., statements of evidence, care plans), attending court hearings, and providing expert testimony in care proceedings. Strategy and Decision-Making: Acting as a subject matter expert, advising management on the most complex decisions, and ensuring that all interventions are legally sound and in the child's best interests. Statutory Reviews: Attending and contributing to a range of meetings and statutory reviews, including Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Child (LAC) Reviews. Requirements Qualification : Recognised Social Work qualification. Registration : Current registration with Social Work England (SWE). Experience : Significant post-qualifying experience (typically 4+ years) within a Children's Services setting, specifically within a long-term or court-focused team. Expert Knowledge : Expert-level knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989, statutory guidance, and established best practice. Leadership Skills : Proven ability to coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to colleagues. Communication : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for engagement with vulnerable families, presentation of complex information in court, and preparation of detailed reports. If you are ready to use your advanced skills to safeguard children and mentor the next generation of Social Workers in a supportive council, we encourage you to apply!
Tripod Partners Plymouth, Devon
Oct 14, 2025
Full time
Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Plymouth City Council Up to £42 per hour Plymouth City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our busy and supportive Child Protection team. This is a vital role managing complex and high-risk cases, contributing significantly to safeguarding the most vulnerable children in the city. We are looking for a practitioner who can provide expert intervention and demonstrate advanced knowledge of the legal framework surrounding child protection. Key Duties and Responsibilities As a Senior Social Worker, you will be expected to: Manage a complex caseload of children subject to statutory intervention, demonstrating high-level analytical and risk assessment skills. Lead multi-agency strategy discussions and effectively chair complex meetings. Prepare robust assessments and court documentation to the highest standard, meeting strict legal deadlines. Work collaboratively with legal services, CAFCASS, and partner agencies to achieve positive and timely permanency outcomes for children. Provide peer support and mentoring to less experienced colleagues within the team. Desirable Experience ParentAssess Training: Experience or certification as a ParentAssess trained practitioner is highly desirable, enabling you to conduct specialist, high-quality parenting assessments. Requirements: Qualification and Registration: A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England (SWE). Local Authority Experience: A minimum of 3 years' permanent experience working directly within a Local Authority Children's Services team. Specialist Experience: Extensive and demonstrable experience in Child Protection work, including Section 47 Enquiries, Child Protection Planning, and managing complex Child in Need and Child Protection cases. Legal Expertise: Proven, recent experience with Care Proceedings, including writing expert evidence, presenting to court, and implementing complex care plans.
Tripod Partners Wokingham, Berkshire
Oct 14, 2025
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for the below post: Qualified Social Worker Adults team, Wokingham. Immediate start with ongoing contract. Paying 38-40 per hour Working with Tripod Partners offers you a number of benefits including : Your own designated consultant and one point of contact CV review service Interview advice and preparation Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 150 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Prompt and reliable payroll Free DBS and compliance service 500 referral fee We retain a top tier status across all of the UK meaning we receive the majority of jobs before 98% of the other agencies so we can get your CV in front of a client quicker and before other agencies have even received the role. With our contacts and experience we are then able to secure you and source you the right role at the right price and added to a straightforward registration process we can make sure your experience with Tripod is a positive one
Tripod Partners Bosham, Sussex
Oct 10, 2025
Full time
Acute Band 6 Occupational Therapist Role Job Title: Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist Location: Chichester Start Date: ASAP End Date: Ongoing Occupational Therapist for ward cover Qualified Occupational Therapist IF YOU ARE NOT INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE, PLEASE STILL GET IN TOUCH AS WE HAVE MANY OPEN VACANCIES! Benefits of working with Tripod Partners £350 refer a friend bonus £500 loyalty bonus for continued service £50 bonus for registering £150 find your own job bonus Free DBS and compliance service including paid for Mandatory Training Excellent compliance processes and department making it a smooth and enjoyable process Your own dedicated consultant with extensive experience within the healthcare sector Daily payroll and in-house payroll system
Tripod Partners Kettering, Northamptonshire
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Housing Benefits Assessment Officer North Northamptonshire Council Up to £21 per hour Are you a highly organised individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to customer service? Do you have the analytical skills to accurately interpret complex legislation? Join North Northamptonshire Council as a Housing Benefits Assessment Officer and play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive the financial support they need for housing and Council Tax. The Role As a Housing Benefits Assessment Officer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims. This is a crucial position where your diligence and understanding of benefits legislation will directly impact our community. Key Responsibilities: Claim Assessment & Determination: You will receive applications via various channels (post, email, online, counter) and determine eligibility for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support in strict accordance with primary, secondary legislation, and Council policy. Evidence Gathering : Proactively request all necessary documentary evidence from claimants, landlords, DWP, HMRC, and other third parties to accurately determine entitlement. This includes proactively telephoning customers to request information, ensuring a more efficient service. Calculating Entitlement: Accurately assess eligible claims for both Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support, adhering to the current legislation and the Authority's Council Tax Support Scheme. You will communicate the final decision clearly to the customer and landlord where applicable. Managing Change of Circumstances: Receive, check, and record all change of circumstance information (from claimants, landlords, ATLAS, VEP, UCDS, etc.). You will amend claims on the computerised system accurately and within defined timescales, ensuring compliance with current legislation. Compliance and Fraud Prevention: Be proactive in identifying potential false or fraudulent claims and refer them promptly to the Fraud and Error Service at DWP when appropriate. Overpayments and Recovery: Issue invoices for Housing Benefit Overpayments and arrange for their recovery from ongoing entitlement or through other available methods, all in line with current legislation and case law. Customer Service and Advice: Deal with enquiries related to all claims via telephone, correspondence, email, and personal interview. You will also provide advice to the public on their entitlement to Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support, offering additional guidance on DWP benefits such as Universal Credit and Pension Credit. About You Proven experience in Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support assessment is highly desirable. A strong understanding of relevant primary and secondary legislation, case law, and DWP/HMRC processes. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to handle enquiries and proactively contact customers for information. Outstanding numerical and analytical abilities, with meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in maintaining accurate records on computerised benefits systems.
Tripod Partners Yealmpton, Devon
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Advanced Practitioner (NHS Continuing Healthcare) - Devon County Council Location: Devon, UK Pay Rate: Up to 40 per hour Are you an experienced and motivated Social Work professional ready to take on a leadership role? Devon County Council is seeking a dynamic Advanced Practitioner to support our adult services teams with a focus on NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). About the Role The purpose of this role is to provide operational leadership, support, and guidance to ensure the local authority meets its responsibilities for NHS CHC. You will play a crucial part in supporting staff, managing resources, and fostering strong working relationships with key agencies. Your focus will be on ensuring the timely and effective assessment, personalised support planning, and care management for individuals. A key part of your work will be to champion integrated working across all agencies, promoting a partnership approach to achieve the best outcomes for individuals. This includes ensuring effective protection for adults at risk of abuse or neglect. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership and guidance to social work teams on all aspects of NHS Continuing Healthcare. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, national policies, and Devon County Council procedures. Support and develop staff to maintain effective working relationships and meet performance expectations. Promote integrated working with health services and other partner agencies to deliver seamless, person-centred care. Act as a senior point of contact for complex cases and provide expert advice. Ensure a high-quality service is delivered to the public that meets required standards. Requirements: A professional Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Significant post-qualification experience in adult social care, with a strong understanding of NHS Continuing Healthcare processes. Proven ability to provide professional leadership and guidance to a team. Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Experience in multi-agency working and partnership collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled practitioner to influence and improve service delivery across Devon. We are looking for someone who is passionate about collaborative working and is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for service users.
Tripod Partners
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Adult Safeguarding Social Worker - London Borough of Sutton Location: London Borough of Sutton Pay Rate: Up to 32 per hour Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? We are seeking a skilled and proactive Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join the London Borough of Sutton's team. About the Role As a key member of the safeguarding team, you will be on the front line of protecting vulnerable adults in the community. You will be responsible for triaging incoming safeguarding referrals, applying your expertise to determine if they meet the threshold for a Section 42 enquiry under the Care Act 2014. Your role will involve managing complex cases and responding confidently to challenging situations, including those involving self-neglect and domestic abuse. A crucial part of your work will be to formulate effective protection plans that always put the service user's voice and needs first. You will achieve this by working collaboratively with a range of professionals, families, carers, and external agencies to secure the best possible outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Manage and prioritise a caseload of safeguarding referrals. Conduct thorough assessments to determine if a safeguarding enquiry is required. Develop and implement multi-agency protection plans. Work collaboratively with partner agencies (e.g., Police, Health Services) to manage and mitigate risk. Provide clear and concise record-keeping and case notes. Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in adult safeguarding. Requirements: A professional Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW). Current registration with Social Work England. A minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a safeguarding role. Demonstrable experience in undertaking Section 42 (S42) safeguarding enquiries. Proven ability to manage complex cases and crisis situations. Strong communication and partnership-working skills. Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant safeguarding legislation. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults in Sutton, using your skills to ensure their safety and well-being. If you are a resilient and compassionate Social Worker ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Tripod Partners Morden, Surrey
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Band 8a Principal Pharmacist - Outpatient Services Part time 29.8 Hours per week Tripod are recruiting for a Locum Principal Pharmacist (Outpatient Services) to take on a senior leadership role within hospital pharmacy services. This is an exciting opportunity to manage and develop outpatient pharmacy services, oversee clinical trials, and lead a multidisciplinary pharmacy team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-focused care. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop hospital outpatient dispensing services in line with national standards and local strategy. Provide professional support and day-to-day management for pharmacists and technicians. Oversee the home delivery and patient counselling service, ensuring an excellent patient experience Ensure compliance with all professional, legal, and governance frameworks. Oversee the pharmacy management of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Drive service development, using KPIs, audits, and evaluations to improve performance. Manage and support staff recruitment, training, appraisals, and development. Deputise for senior pharmacy leadership when required. Essential: MPharm degree and GPhC registration. Significant post-registration hospital pharmacy experience. Experience managing defined services and supervising pharmacy staff. Strong clinical knowledge and evidence of service development. Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Desirable: Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent). Management qualification/training. Experience in clinical trials and resource management. Knowledge of CMM pharmacy computer systems.
Tripod Partners Pontyclun, Mid Glamorgan
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Job Title: Pharmacist Location: Pontyclun Contract: Full-time, 3-6 Month (with possible extension) Pharmacist for general ward cover across specialties (admissions, medicine, surgery), working as part of a Pharmacy team, also with dispensary cover for a few hours per week. Alternatively, we would consider a Pharmacist that could be based in the dispensary for most of the day.
Tripod Partners
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Fostering Team Manager London Borough of Camden Up to £44 per hour Are you an experienced and inspiring leader with a passion for fostering and permanence? The London Borough of Camden is looking for a dynamic Fostering Team Manager to join our highly-rated service. About the Role Lead and manage the Fostering & Permanence Team to provide a high-quality, comprehensive, and effective service. Prepare for inspections and ensure the team maintains high standards of practice. Influence developments in social work practice and provide professional leadership. Facilitate collaboration within a multi-agency context. Act as a specialist advisor on Fostering and Permanence for Looked After Children. Contribute to the development of relevant policy and services. Utilise and translate statutory, community, voluntary, and independent resources to enhance best practice. Deliver high service standards across the borough, in line with the 'Camden Model of Social Work'. Work under outstanding leadership and management within a professionally fertile environment. Engage with children and families to achieve the best possible outcomes. About You We are looking for a candidate with the commitment, drive, and ability to deliver high service standards across the borough. You will have a proven track record of leadership in a fostering or permanence setting, an in-depth understanding of relevant legislation and policy, and a passion for achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.