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Location: Royal Victoria Infirmary/Freeman Hospital Newcastle Closing date: 24th May 2026, 11:59 PM Interview date: 10th June 2026 Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. And that impact can be felt by entire family. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make their voices heard and their unique needs understood, so they can get the right care and support at the right time About the role We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join our Newcastle Team supporting children and young people diagnosed with cancer. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality support tailored to the needs of the children and young people and their families. The work we do is rewarding but also complex and demanding. You will be part of a close-knit Young Lives vs Cancer social work team, working with an established NHS multi-disciplinary team and services in the community. This role is predominantly site-based with an element of occasional working from home as agreed with the line manager. Your contractual base will be both Home and Hospital. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A previous conviction is not necessarily a barrier to employment. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, and we will consider each case individually. About you You will be committed to delivering high quality social work support to promote the best outcomes for the children, young people and families we work with. You will need to be resourceful and resilient. You will have a positive attitude and be willing to embrace difference. As part of the wider Young Lives vs Cancer team you will actively engage with the work of the charity and welcome opportunities to get involved. You will have: A recognised Social Worker qualification and current registration with Social Work England/ Scottish Social Services Council/Social Care Wales/Northern Ireland Social Care Council Experience working with children, young people and their families/carers in a social care setting. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment, ideally in an NHS setting. Sound knowledge of child and young people development. An understanding of the impact of serious illness for children, young people and their families. Excellent interpersonal skills. What will I gain? For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here s how we do it: Flexible working: we re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage Wellbeing, Thinking & Growth Days: four days a year to step back from the day-to-day and focus on your own learning and development Generous annual leave allowance Great family/caring leave entitlements Enhanced pension Access to our employee savings scheme To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it. We re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren t there yet, and we re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice. Accessibility We re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview. To arrange an informal chat, please contact Chris Hodge.

Children's Social Workers, LAC, Assessment and Safeguarding Teams, West Midlands Pay rates between £36 and £41 per hour Contract roles, Looked After Children, Duty & Assessment and Safeguarding Teams Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Workers in the West Midlands area. There are a number of roles available, with the best pay rates for the following teams £41 per hour - Adolescent Safeguarding £38 per hour - Looked After Children Between £36 and £38 per hour - Assessment and Safeguarding Teams Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn't the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children's Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager

Residential Support Worker - Corwen (Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required) Outstanding Work-Life Balance Full-Time £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Extraordinary Days Every Day . At Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, we believe in creating Extraordinary Days Every Day for the children and young people we support. We are now recruiting residential support workers in Corwen. Whether you're experienced or completely new to care, if you have the right values, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs (including emotional and behavioural difficulties) Be part of a therapeutic care team alongside education and clinical professionals Encourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Help create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiences. Requirements Full UK manual driving licence (essential) Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins) Ability to commit to sleep ins with a rolling rota No prior experience required - full training and mentoring provided. What We're Looking For We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you've worked in care, education support work, residential childcare or youth services, customer service facing roles or another people focused role, we value transferable skills such as: Empathy and patience Strong communication and teamwork A proactive, positive attitude. Our Values Compassionate and caring approach Empowering young people to reach their potential Person-centred care tailored to individual needs Innovative methods in therapeutic practice. Why Join Us? Rural location - Corwen A compressed shift pattern means fewer working days and more consecutive days off - ideal for maintaining a healthy work-life balance Part of a supportive, award-winning UK care provider Make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people No previous care experience necessary - full training provided Competitive salary, with enhanced rates for qualified staff £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend scheme Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Ongoing training and professional development Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training Free meals provided during shifts (residential homes) Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Company vehicle available during shifts Access to over 100 free online CPD courses Pension scheme Annual employee awards and recognition events Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends About Branas Isaf and CareTech Part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading social care providers, Branas Isaf has delivered therapeutic residential childcare, education, and support for over 25 years. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time. Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.

Locum Supervising Social Worker Location: South East England Pay: 30 - 35 per hour NonStop Consulting is looking for a locum Supervising Social Worker who can join a national children's charity with a very good reputation. This is a home based role, offering you flexibility. Key Responsibilities: The locum Supervising Social Worker will oversee a small caseload of about 6 - 8 foster families located in the South East of England. The role requires providing support and supervision to the foster families. There will be no form f assessments. Benefits: - join a charity with an excellent reputation - Good Ofsted rating - home based - interview and start asap Requirements: Qualified Social Worker experience in fostering Full driving licence If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site.

Location: Leeds General Infirmary & St James Hospital Closing date: 24th May 2026, 11:59 PM Interview date: 4th June 2026 Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. And that impact can be felt by entire family. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make their voices heard and their unique needs understood, so they can get the right care and support at the right time About the role We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join our Leeds Team supporting children and young people diagnosed with cancer. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality support tailored to the needs of the children and young people and their families. The work we do is rewarding but also complex and demanding. You will be part of a close-knit Young Lives vs Cancer social work team, working with an established NHS multi-disciplinary team and services in the community. This role is predominantly site-based with an element of occasional working from home as agreed with the line manager. Your contractual base will be both Home and Hospital. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A previous conviction is not necessarily a barrier to employment. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, and we will consider each case individually. About you You will be committed to delivering high quality social work support to promote the best outcomes for the children, young people and families we work with. You will need to be resourceful and resilient. You will have a positive attitude and be willing to embrace difference. As part of the wider Young Lives vs Cancer team you will actively engage with the work of the charity and welcome opportunities to get involved. You will have: A recognised Social Worker qualification and current registration with Social Work England Experience working with children, young people and their families/carers in a social care setting. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment, ideally in an NHS setting. Sound knowledge of child and young people development. An understanding of the impact of serious illness for children, young people and their families. Excellent interpersonal skills. What will I gain? For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here s how we do it: Flexible working: we re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage Wellbeing, Thinking & Growth Days: four days a year to step back from the day-to-day and focus on your own learning and development Generous annual leave allowance Great family/caring leave entitlements Enhanced pension Access to our employee savings scheme To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it. We re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren t there yet, and we re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice. Accessibility We re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview. To arrange an informal chat, please contact Bev Barker.

Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + additional benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Good' Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting Teams Additional benefits: £5,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service - for permanent staff only) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Plus more - view our Children's Services offer here . Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives.Through a family-led approach, we empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. As more families reach out forsupport and transformation, our service is growing - and so is our team.We are expanding to welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you. About the Role In our newly formed Family Help Service, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is visible.This is your opportunity to walk alongside families through their most difficult moments and help them find strength, hope and solutions. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with a stable, friendly team and strong, visible leadership.You will be part of a small, skilled team where supervision is regular, caseloads are manageable and your time with children and families is protected and purposeful. Our onboarding and induction are quick and efficient, ensuring youfeel supported from day one. Our Approach We believe in the power of relationships. Our Family Help model is rooted in systemic practice and built ontrust, consistency and co-production.You will work with families to create plans that reflect their voices and values - whether under Child in Need, Child Protection or care proceedings. You won't be working alone.You will be part of a multi-agency team that includes Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Specialists and in-house Family Therapy and Social Care CAMHS teams.Together, we create a wraparound network ofsupport that helps families staytogether safely. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with your ASYE completed. Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings. A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work. Achampion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and acommitment to their rights. How We Support You: You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads. Dedicated businesssupport staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time. You will have opportunities tolead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development. Our training offer is second to none: Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and 3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more. We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways. Excellent transport links and a vibrant,supportive working culture. If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose - apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Roehampton Team: Ella Brow n , Service Manager - Battersea Team: Stephen O'Reilly, Service Manager - Tooting Team: Veronica Leigh, Service Manager - Closing date: 13 May 2026. Please note, applications are reviewed on a daily basis and interviews are scheduled regularly. We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are alsocommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. The welcome bonus is paid in two instalments: the first £2,500 after 6 months on successful completion of your probation period and the second £2,500 after 12 months of employment.

Your new company You'll be part of a specialist Safeguarding Children Legal Team, acting for the council on a wide range of children-focused matters. The team advises and represents the authority in public law childcare proceedings, working closely with social care professionals to safeguard the welfare of children and young people. This is a supportive, experienced team with a strong reputation for high quality advocacy and collaborative work. Your new role You'll be responsible for managing a varied children's safeguarding caseload, preparing matters for court and representing the council in proceedings. This will include drafting complex court documentation, undertaking advocacy, and instructing counsel where appropriate.Depending on experience, the role may involve appearing regularly in court and contributing to the development of junior colleagues. For more senior candidates, there is scope to take on additional supervisory or line management responsibilities.You'll be supported by a knowledgeable and approachable team, with access to excellent training and professional development opportunities. What you'll need to succeed Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives (with Civil Proceedings Certificate or Legal Executive Advocate status)Experience drafting complex court documents within children's safeguarding mattersStrong working knowledge of children law legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and associated public law frameworksConfidence conducting advocacy in public law childcare proceedingsApplications are welcomed from lawyers ranging from newly qualified through to 4-5 years' PQE What you'll get in return Hybrid and flexible working arrangementsGenerous annual leaveLocal Government Pension SchemeExceptional maternity and paternity leave policiesCycle to work scheme and travel discountsAccess to employee healthcare services What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on .If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Make a difference - Children's Social Work in Cornwall "Senior leaders and politicians are relentless in their drive to continue to improve the lives of Cornwall's children and families". "Staff's care, commitment and child focussed approach shine through when they talk about their work. This positive working environment helps to foster a culture in which an enthusiasm and commitment to do the best for children is found at all levels in the organisation." Ofsted, July 2024 The Service & Team: Social workers make a real difference to the lives of children in Cornwall. We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you believe in humane, relationship-based social work with children and families we offer the opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Further information about our social work careers can be found on our website The Role: We have opportunities for passionate, committed Social Workers across Cornwall in both full and part time roles. We have opportunities available within: Family Assessment Service Teams - Positions available across the County Child Protection - Positions available across the County Disabled Children & Therapy Service - Positions available across the County Multi Agency Referral Unit (MARU) - based in Truro Children In Care Team - Positions available across the County Gweres Teyluyow - Mid Cornwall Teylu (Pre Birth) - Mid Cornwall 16+ and Seperated Children Seeking Asylum Service - Positions available across the County Further information about our teams is available here. Please let us know in your application if you are seeking full/part time roles and which teams you are most interested in. This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. What you'll need to succeed: You will be a social worker registered with Social Work England who will have: Previous experience working within a social care environment A proven track record of excellent practice that improves the lives of children High-level written and verbal communication skills to build effective professional relationships with families and other professionals Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models and theories relevant to children's social work, and the ability to evidence how you have applied your learning to your practice The skills to undertake assessments and to use evidence-based practice tools to devise, implement and review care plans If your experience as a social worker is within another sector (such as Adult Social Care or the Voluntary sector), we provide additional support to transition into children and families social work through a supported induction period. Please note: If you have qualified within the last 2 years, but not completed your Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE) we would welcome your application as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) in order to access Cornwall's ASYE programme which runs twice yearly. You would need to apply for our NQSW adverts which are advertised separately. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert. What you'll get in return: We actively encourage and enable our practitioners to progress and reward them for their commitment and expertise. If you are committed to continuing professional development, can demonstrate learning in your practice and in improved outcomes for the children you help and protect, we will provide you with the career options and remuneration that match your expertise. We support our social workers to stay in front line practice as advanced practitioners or move to front line management, both of which attract the same pay. As part of our commitment to outstanding practice, we have put in place a comprehensive core curriculum and career and qualification pathway for our social workers to develop their knowledge and skills to deliver the most effective social work intervention with children and families. Cornwall is one of the best places in the country to live, work and bring up a family. It's location and landscape offer unique opportunities for a healthier, happier way of life. We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Social Workers need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: Welcome bonus of £4000 for qualified Social Workers who are new to social work in Cornwall and have completed their ASYE £3000 Annual Market Supplement for Advanced Practitioners A generous relocation package An individualised induction to meet your specific needs and learning An excellent core curriculum to support your ongoing development with a high-quality programme of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted as a foundation of Cornwall's good practice, which will support your progression. Support from our dedicated Practice Educators throughout your progression pathway Regular, high-quality case and reflective supervision Supportive management and leadership Support to access temporary accommodation if moving from outside of Cornwall Access to a Cornwall Council lease car 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working opportunities, including part-time hours and homeworking A license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice. Payment of your Social Work England registration fees. A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress

Adoption Social Worker Location: North East England Salary up to £42,200 per annum NonStop Consulting is looking for a permanent Adoption Social Worker role who can join a charity with an excellent reputation and an Outstanding Ofsted. This is a permanent role and it is home based mostly, offering you a lot of flexibility with your schedule. Benefits: Very good salary: £42,200 join a national charity with an excellent reputation home based role - offering you a lot of flexibility with your schedule Outstanding Ofsted rating very good annual leave pension training and opportunities for career progression Key Responsibilities: The Adoption Social Worker will carry out all aspects of adoption, from adopter recruitment, preparation, assessment and approval through to linking, matching, placing and supporting children with their adoptive or permanence family. The role covers the North East of England, however there will be a requirement to attend a monthly meeting at their office in Yorkshire. Requirements: Qualified Social Worker experience in adoption, permanence, fostering, child protection or looked after children Full driving licence If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site.

Newly Qualified Social Worker (Children's) Make a difference - Children Social Work in Cornwall "Senior leaders and politicians are relentless in their drive to continue to improve the lives of Cornwall's children and families". Staff's care, commitment and child focussed approach shine through when they talk about their work. This positive working environment helps to foster a culture in which an enthusiasm and commitment to do the best for children is found at all levels in the organisation." Ofsted, July 2024 The Service & Team: We believe that the children of Cornwall deserve the very best. We put their needs at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for people who share our determination to improve their lives and make a brighter future. If you are committed to continuing professional development, and you believe in compassionate, relationship-based social work with children and families, we offer a fantastic opportunity to develop your social work career in an innovative and ambitious children's service, in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. The Role: The Department for Education (DfE) ASYE Programme is a one year, employer led induction programme which provides support and assessment to NQSWs working with children and families during their first year of employment as part of a continuing professional development program. A tailored yearlong induction in a frontline team The support of a dedicated practice educator and a learning buddy A tailored learning plan reviewed throughout the year An outstanding core curriculum of evidence-based learning and development to enhance skills and practice. Bespoke practice workshops with NQSW colleagues across the service Monthly ASYE peer support meetings A protected and gradually increasing caseload Regular reflective supervision This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. What you'll need to succeed: To apply you must have qualified with a Social Work Degree within the last two years and Social Work England registration is essential. The nature of this role requires travel to rural locations which are not serviced by public transport; therefore, a full clean driving license is essential. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert What you'll get in return: Cornwall Council's ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met. Find out more about working and volunteering for us . In recognition of the vital contribution you make, in addition we offer an attractive package of benefits including: A competitive starting salary, and the opportunity to increase your pay further as you progress A generous relocation package An outstanding career and qualification pathway, recognised by Ofsted, which will support your progression. Access to an attractive Cornwall Council lease car scheme 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising to 29 with length of service), plus bank holidays Flexible working and homeworking opportunities Full license to access Community Care Inform and Research in Practice resources Annual payment of your Social Work England registration fees

Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Location: Bala, Gwynedd Full UK manual driving licence required Full-Time permanent role - with great work/life balance 3-Month rota planned in advance Sleep-ins included £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Scheme Extraordinary Days Every Day We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services Are you looking for a full-time residential support worker job in Bala that offers stability, structure, and a genuine work-life balance? Join Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, and help create Extraordinary Days Every Day for children and young people who need it most. We are recruiting full-time Residential Support Workers to support children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a therapeutic residential setting. Whether you're experienced or new to care, if you share our values, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed. About the Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will: Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs Work as part of a therapeutic care team, alongside education and clinical professionals Support young people to build independence, confidence, and life skills Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment Take part in meaningful activities that promote positive outcomes and development This is a full-time role, with sleep-ins included and a 3-month rota issued in advance, allowing you to plan your life outside of work with confidence. Full-time permanent position -Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins Designed to support a healthy work-life balance New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. What We're Looking For We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You don't need previous experience in residential childcare - we value transferable skills from roles such as: Care or support work Education or teaching assistant roles Youth work Customer service or people-focused roles. .Key qualities include: Empathy, resilience, and patience Strong communication and teamwork skills A positive, proactive attitude A genuine desire to support vulnerable children Essential Requirements Full UK manual driving licence Willingness to work unsociable hours, including sleep-ins Commitment to full-time employment. Why Join Branas Isaf? 3-month rota provided in advance Sleep-ins included Rural location in Bala, North Wales Competitive salary with enhanced rates for qualified staff £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Scheme Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training Ongoing professional development and CPD (100+ free online courses) Free meals during shifts Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Company vehicle available during shifts Pension scheme Annual employee awards and recognition events Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends Supportive, award-winning UK care provider. About Branas Isaf & CareTech Branas Isaf is part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading providers of specialist social care. With over 25 years' experience in therapeutic residential childcare, we support children with emotional and behavioural challenges to heal, grow, and reach their full potential. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a career where you can change lives every day. Apply today and become a Residential Support Worker in Bala. Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references covering the past two years and any roles involving vulnerable groups.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Teacher of Psychology to run a popular A-Level subject department of keen and highly able students. This post would suit someone new to middle leadership or someone experienced who relishes the opportunity to teach in a high-performing all girls' school. What we offer: A unique selling point as a school within an all girls' schools trust An excellent working environment that prioritises the wellbeing of its staff and students Access to Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan for individual and dependants A vibrant CPD programme with the opportunity to pursue National professional qualifications and collaborate across the Trust A two-week October half-term break A generous contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Free tea/coffee/squash available in the staff room Staff end-of-term social events Our commitment to you: At Nonsuch High School for Girls, staff are our most valued asset, and we are deeply committed to wellbeing, professional growth, and creating a supportive working environment. Our Trust-wide Wellbeing Strategy ensures manageable workload expectations, with no written reports, limited data drops, and a clear, progression-focused assessment framework. Staff benefit from a collaborative and friendly community, an exciting programme of professional development, and family-friendly policies, including flexible leave and access to an on-site day care nursery. With a maximum teaching load of 43 periods per fortnight, extended mid-morning breaks, and the flexibility to leave the site during non-teaching time, we are committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance and supporting staff wellbeing. Situated in 22 acres of beautiful grounds, we offer excellent facilities, a proactive support team, and a strong culture of development through mentoring, CPD, and cross-Trust networking opportunities. Key responsibilities for the role include: teaching key stage 5 being a form tutor to either a KS3, 4 or 5 group organising extra-curricular activities and contributing to the wider life of the school The successful candidate will: be a qualified teacher with a track record of successful teaching of Psychology be able to inspire and enthuse students show evidence of continuing professional development have awareness and understanding of curriculum priorities for Psychology be able to articulate the wider importance of their subject in developing young people be excited by the prospect of joining a department and the wider school team Key Application Dates: Shortlisting Date: Monday, 18th May 2026 Interview Date: Friday, 22nd May 2026 Start Date: September 2026 Safer recruitment: The Girls' Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. As well as verification of identity, we ask all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and aim to employ a culturally diverse workforce, which reflects the nature of our communities. Please see our Recruitment Pack for more details about our school, the job description and person specification. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Sponsorship: We are not able to offer sponsorship to non-settled individuals for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Senior Therapeutic Social Worker - Fostering (Social Work Qualified) Location: North Wales - Abergele Office (Office-Based with Flexible Working) Salary: Up to 40,925.36 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract: Full Time About Us Foster Care Associates (FCA), part of the Polaris Community, is a leading independent fostering agency committed to making a positive and lasting difference for children, young people, and families. Our service is underpinned by a strong therapeutic ethos, ensuring children in foster care receive trauma-informed, nurturing, and consistent care. Benefits Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days after length of service) + bank holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Free on-site Parking, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Additional Benefits Refer a friend scheme with a monetary incentive Opportunity to complete Form Fs for an additional payment An exceptional platform available for online and face-to-face training opportunities Opportunity to complete Practice Assessor Award OOH service (additional payment to social workers for undertaking evening and weekend OOH duty service) The Role We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Therapeutic Social Worker to join our North Wales team. This is an amazing opportunity to join our inspirational and friendly team. Our office is based in Abergele and we support the hybrid model of working with lots of flexibility to work from home. This is a specialist role, designed to strengthen and embed therapeutic practice across the service. You will provide guidance, consultation, and support to foster parents and colleagues, helping to ensure that all care provided is trauma-informed and relationship-based. While the primary focus of the role is therapeutic, responsibilities may include holding a caseload of foster families in the role of Supervising Social Worker (SSW), supporting continuity of care and practice integration. Benefits of Joining Our Team We are committed to the wellbeing of our staff. The aim of our Staff Wellbeing Strategy is to increase all our employees' wellbeing, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to a team and create new environments for them to spend productive time together. This includes walk and talks at the beach or in parks, wellbeing hour, park runs, mindfulness sessions, sea dipping, yoga sessions, raft racing and charity events to name a few. Our office environment is friendly and inviting with tea, coffee, breakfast and lunch items always available for our staff to contribute towards their wellbeing. Robust induction, supportive management team, monthly reflective supervision with line manager and regular learning and reflective opportunities with the Social Work team. Core Purpose To lead and promote therapeutic and trauma-informed practice across the fostering service To support foster parents and staff to understand and respond to complex behaviours and developmental needs To provide specialist therapeutic consultation, training, and reflective support To improve fostering home stability and outcomes for children and young people Key Responsibilities Provide therapeutic consultation and reflective spaces for foster parents and staff Deliver 1:1 sessions and structured support to foster parents Facilitate/support therapeutic parenting training, workshops, and group sessions Offer joint sessions with foster families and young people, where appropriate Support understanding and application of: Trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) Attachment theory and developmental trauma Emotional regulation and relational approaches Therapeutic parenting models Contribute to formulation, planning, and review of therapeutic care Champion a consistent therapeutic model across the service Practice Leadership Act as a therapeutic lead within the team Support colleagues to embed trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches in their practice Provide guidance, coaching, and consultation to social work staff Contribute to the development of therapeutic services, models, and interventions Social Work Responsibilities (Where Required) Undertake a caseload of foster parents in a Supervising Social Worker capacity Provide supervision and ensure foster parents meet required standards Complete necessary safeguarding, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities Produce high-quality reports, recordings, and documentation Work collaboratively with local authorities and professional networks Participate in duty systems and out-of-hours support where required About You We are looking for a practitioner who brings strong therapeutic knowledge alongside social work expertise. You will: Be a qualified Social Worker Be registered with Social Care Wales (or eligible to register) Have in-depth knowledge of: Trauma-informed practice Attachment theory Therapeutic and psychologically informed approaches Have experience working with foster parents, children, or families with complex needs Be confident delivering: Training and group work Consultation and reflective practice Be able to apply therapeutic thinking within a social care context Essential Requirements Social Work qualification Registration with Social Care Wales Strong safeguarding knowledge and report writing skills Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Why Join Us? A unique opportunity to work in a dedicated therapeutic practitioner role within fostering Influence and shape practice across the service Be part of a supportive, reflective, and values-driven team Access excellent training and professional development opportunities Interested? We would love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for an informal discussion. Contact Anna Pearson, Fostering Service Manager (phone number removed) PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,

Our client, Surrey Council, is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their team Surrey aims to work alongside families, to respect families and their rights, to work with them in partnership and with their informed consent, to recognise their strengths and help them identify their needs. Our overarching duty is to promote the upbringing of children within their families, where this is compatible with the welfare of the children. Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Mae Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Conwy yn chwilio am weithwyr proffesiynol medrus, llawn cymhelliant, gweithwyr profiadol neu'r rhai sydd newydd gymhwyso ym maes gwaith cymdeithasol a all greu newidiadau cadarnhaol yn y teuluoedd a'r cymunedau y maent yn eu gwasanaethu. Os ydych chi'n rhagori mewn lleoliad llawn dychymyg sy'n canolbwyntio ar y plentyn, efallai mai dyma'r cyfle iawn i chi. Cyflogau sy'n cyd-fynd â phrofiad • Rydym yn chwilio am weithwyr cymdeithasol profiadol, gyda lleiafswm o 3 blynedd o brofiad ar ôl cymhwyso. Byddwch yn bodloni gofynion Lefel 3 y disgrifiad swydd. • Byddwch eich cyflog rhwng £40,777 a £44,075 yn dibynnu ar eich profiad. Mae'r tîm yn gyfrifol am ddarparu gwasanaethau i blant sydd angen gofal a chefnogaeth, plant sydd angen eu hamddiffyn, Plant sy'n Derbyn Gofal a phlant sy'n agored i Achosion Cyfreithiol Cyhoeddus a Phreifat. Mae'r tîm yn ymdrin â rhywfaint o gyfraith breifat, fodd bynnag, caiff Achosion eu trosglwyddo i'n tîm cyfreithiol arbenigol ar y pwynt Amlinelliad Cyfraith Gyhoeddus. Un o'n prif nodau yw lleihau nifer y plant sy'n derbyn gofal - oni bai bod hynny'n gwbl angenrheidiol. Er mwyn cyflawni hyn mae gennym adran hynod ymroddedig o weithwyr cymdeithasol, a gefnogir gan y Tîm Cefnogi Teuluoedd sydd wedi ennill gwobrau yn ogystal â gweithwyr ymyriadau teuluol a seicolegwyr mewnol, Therapyddion Galwedigaethol ASD a gweithwyr therapiwtig. Yn ogystal â hyn, fel Gweithiwr Cymdeithasol gallwch dynnu ar gefnogaeth un/dwy uned breswyl fewnol sydd â gweithwyr allgymorth sy'n gallu cefnogi plant naill ai gartref neu mewn lleoliad. Mae datblygu gyrfa yn bwysig i Gonwy ac mae yna lwybr clir ar gyfer datblygiad i weithwyr sydd newydd gymhwyso neu sy'n fwy profiadol e.e. CPEL/Porth Agored a Hyfforddiant Cydymchwiliad gyda'r Heddlu. Bydd cefnogaeth ar gael drwy oruchwyliaeth ffurfiol reolaidd a bydd goruchwyliaeth anffurfiol, Adolygiadau Datblygu Personol a chyfleoedd Datblygu Gyrfa ar gael drwy Addysg a Dysgu Proffesiynol Parhaus ar gyfer swyddi parhaol. Mae Conwy wedi ymrwymo i gydweithio gyda theuluoedd ac annog Gwaith Uniongyrchol nid Gwaith Papur gymaint â phosibl. Er mwyn bod yn gymwys i wneud cais rhaid i chi fod ag BA/MA mewn Gwaith Cymdeithasol neu gymhwyster gwaith cymdeithasol cyfwerth, CQSW neu DipSW. Yn ddelfrydol bydd ymgeiswyr wedi cael profiad ar ôl cymhwyso mewn gweithio gyda phlant a theuluoedd a byddai'n fanteisiol petai gan ymgeiswyr brofiad o weithio yn y llys ar gyfer swydd gyda'r Tîm Diogelu a Chyfreithiol. Mae'n hanfodol bod deiliad y swydd yn gallu teithio ledled y Sir yn rheolaidd, yn aml i ac o leoliadau anghysbell ar fyr rybudd. Sylwch nad ydym yn sefydliad noddi ar hyn o bryd. Manylion y rheolwr ar gyfer trafodaeth anffurfiol: Mark Devereux, Rheolwr Adain ( / ) Gofynion y Gymraeg: Mae'r gallu i gyfarthrebu yn y Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swydd hon. Conwy County Borough Council is looking for skilled, motivated professionals, experienced workers or those newly qualified within social work who can create positive changes in the families and communities they serve. If you excel in a child-focused and imaginative setting, this might be the right opportunity for you. Salaries that fit with experience We are seeking experienced social workers, with a minimum of 3 Years Post-Qualifying Experience. You will meet the Level 3 requirements of the job description. You will be paid between £40,777 - £44,075 depending on your experience. You will receive a welcome payment of £3,300 with 50% of the payment made in the first monthly pay and the remaining 50% will be paid on the month following successful completion of your probation period (terms and conditions apply). The team is responsible for delivering services to children in need of care and support, children in need of protection, Looked After Children and children who are subject to Public & Private Law Proceedings. The team does do some Private Law; however, cases transfer to our specialist legal team at point of Public Law Outline. A key aim is to reduce the number of children who become looked after - unless absolutely necessary. To achieve this we have an extremely dedicated section of social workers, supported by the award-winning Supporting Families Team as well as embedded family intervention workers and in house psychologists, ASD Occupational Therapists and therapeutic workers. Further to this as a Social Worker you are able to draw on the support of one/two in house residential units who have outreach workers able to support children either at home or in placement. Career development is important to Conwy. There is a clear pathway for progression for both newly qualified as well as more experienced workers i.e. CPEL/Porth Agored and Joint Investigation Training with the Police. Support will be available through regular formal supervision, informal supervision and Career Development opportunities through CPEL for permanent posts. Conwy is committed to collaborative working with families and will encourage Direct Work not paperwork as much as possible. In order to be eligible to apply you must hold a recognised Social Work Qualification - BA/MA, CQSW or DipSW. Ideally applicants will have post qualifying experience in working with Children and Families. It is essential that the post holder has the ability to travel throughout the County on a regular basis, often to and from remote locations at short notice. Please note that we are not currently a Sponsoring Organisation. Manager details for informal discussion: Mark Devereux, Section Manager ( / ) Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post.

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge or perhaps you would like to begin a career in education? We are now recruiting for teaching assistants to join our school. The successful applicant will work as part of a team under the direction of a qualified teacher assisting pupils to access a broad curriculum, based on the National Curriculum. You will have excellent organisational and communication skills as well as being able to work flexibly in relation to tasks undertaken. Experience isn't essential, we will give you all the training and support needed. Benefits: 5.6 weeks paid annual leave with 7.4 weeks unpaid (Term Time employees). Health benefits, including dental and optical cashback after 2 years. Support: 24/7 helpline and hardship grants through the CareTech Foundation. Person Specification Good written and verbal communication skills. Calm under pressure. Professional attitude and appearance. The ability to lead and be led. Experience of working with young people with additional needs. Good organisational skills. Assisting the Teacher/Class Lead in the preparation of the work that is to be carried out in class. Supporting students in lessons both on and off site. Supporting students to make progression with formal learning situations, with self-help skills, life skills and social understanding. To support students through both groups learning and individual programmes. About us: Cambian Dilston College consists of our main college building, four cottages, five apartments and a community house in a nearby town of Hexham making up our 9 acre rural campus located in Dilston, Northumberland. The College caters for young people and adults that have additional learning needs and associated complex behaviours that may challenge. We're now looking to increase the provision of 52 week care placements that can be offered to students. With this development, we are looking to recruit committed, resilient, empathetic and engaging youth support workers to the team. These support workers will deliver a model of positive behaviour support to empower our young people. Alongside this, implementing positive change to their lives, gaining self-regulation skills and developing greater lifelong independence We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer. And we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

This East London Authority are looking for a Child Protection Chair/Independent Reviewing Officer. Details of the role are: As an authoritative professional, the Independent Chair is required to chair all Child Protection Conferences and statutory review meetings for Looked after Children, ensuring that the voice and experiences of the child are central. The role is accountable for ensuring that decisions and recommendations consider harm, risk and need and are in the best interests of the child are made w in the formulation and Child Protection and are Plans. The role must also constructively challenge the effectiveness and quality of service and use statutory powers to escalate to senior management, including up to Chief Executive level and CAFCASS where appropriate. The role is inclusive of the function to chair Foster Carer Annual Reviews. The Independent Chair role champions social work values, contributing to the continuous development and improvement of standards and outcomes for children in the Local Authority, ensuring high quality social work intervention for those in need of care and protection. In this role you will demonstrate our service commitment to systemic, trauma informed and anti-racist principles, embedding this in your practice and role modeling to others. In doing so you will promote positive outcomes for children and their families, and challenging issues of oppression and social injustice. To apply for this role you must have: A relevant Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work/DipSW or equivalent) Be Social Work Registered Be eligible to work within the UK Social Care Locums is a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers and care professionals. We offer: An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral Certified complimentary training 24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too! For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.

Location: Hybrid working Royal Hospital for Children & Young People and from Home Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time. Change lives in a life-changing career When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain. The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time. We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you. About the role We re looking for a Social Worker to support children and young people diagnosed with cancer in our Scotland Team. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality support tailored to the needs of the children and young people and their families using a needs based assessment framework. The work we do is rewarding but also complex and demanding. You will be part of a close-knit Young Lives vs Cancer social work team, working with an established NHS multi-disciplinary team and services in the community. This role is part home, part site-based. Your contractual base will be both Home and Hospital. This role is subject to a criminal record check. In the event of a successful application, an enhanced criminal record check will be completed. A previous conviction is not necessarily a barrier to employment. We encourage qualified applicants to apply, and we will consider each case individually. This role is also subject to a Social Work Registration, with Social Work Scotland. What do I need? The key skills we re looking for in this role are: A recognised Social Worker qualification and current registration with Social Work England/ Scottish Social Services Council/Social Care Wales/Northern Ireland Social Care Council Experience working with children, young people and their families/carers in a social care setting. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment, ideally in an NHS setting. Sound knowledge of child and young people development. An understanding of the impact of serious illness for children, young people and their families. Excellent interpersonal skills. What will I gain? For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here s how we do it: Flexible working: we re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage Wellbeing days: four days a year to do what works for you from catching up on training to going for a walk Generous annual leave allowance Great family/caring leave entitlements Enhanced pension Access to our employee savings scheme To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their sex, ethnicity, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation. We don t just accept difference, we value it, celebrate it, nurture it and we thrive because of it. We re on a journey to be reflective of the diverse children, young people and families we support. We know we aren t there yet, and we re passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation. This includes taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities. Our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy will tell you more. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value AI adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to tell us about your skills and experiences in your own voice. Accessibility We re committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we ll always aim to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in your application form of any adjustments or access requirements we could make to help you with the application process and interview. To arrange an informal chat, please contact Louise Dolphin. Closing date: 25.05.26 Interview date: 11.06.26

Social Worker Children Social Care - Contextual Safeguarding / Risk Outside the Home Service PO2/PO3: £44,937pa rising in annual increments to £51,228pa incl. LW Plus £1000 Welcome Payment and £1000 pa Market Supplement Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid Work- minimum 2 days a week in the office. About Us Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. About the team We are working hard to make Lambeth to be one of the safest places for children, young people and young adults to grow, develop and thrive. We know that risk outside of the home is one of the biggest challenges we face and we are looking for a committed, experienced and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our Support Team. This is a unique opportunity to help us deliver our vision and be part of an energetic driving force for improving our responses to children, young people and young adults at risk of harm outside the home, throughout the Local Authority and safeguarding partnership. Along with our partners we are moving at pace towards embedding a Contextual Safeguarding Approach to children in the borough, and this is an exciting time to join the Service. Our recent Ofsted report recognised the positive steps we are making in this area and there is real momentum to drive forward change. The role will be in the Support Team which is a dynamic team of both experience Social Workers and Youth Workers and will provide at the earliest possible opportunity an assessment of need, direct intervention and support to children and young people referred into Children' Social Care where there is risk outside of the home. You will be experienced in both front-line Social Work and have a good knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, and confident in underpinning your work with a trauma informed and systemic approach. About the role The Social Workers within the Support Team are core roles within our Contextual Safeguarding/ Risk outside the home Service and we are looking for experienced and qualified social workers to join us. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a passion for working in this field and have experience of successfully engaging children and young people. Your strengths will lie in being able to walk alongside children and young people who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation or serious violence and build trusted relationships to deliver the work to keep them safe. The postholder will need the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders, build strong partnerships to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. You will have experience of completing assessments and producing dynamic plans which seek to reduce risk to young people. In this role you will both case hold and have the opportunity to undertake direct work with children with children and young people across the borough where there is risk outside of the home. How to Apply: To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked "A" for application: Job Description and Person Specification You will also need to demonstrate your experience and knowledge of risk outside of the home in your supporting statement. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement. Advert Closing Date: 24th of May at midnight Please click here to view: Lambeth Staff Benefits Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Contact Information: For further information and an informal conversation please contact Service Manager Kath Hunt at At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .