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About the Role Milton Keynes City Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team, supporting children and young people to achieve positive, stable outcomes. This is a rewarding and impactful role, where you will act as a corporate parent to children in care, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are central to decision-making. You'll manage a diverse caseload including: Children subject to Care Orders Children placed with parents or foster carers Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children Children with adoption plans / Placement Orders Working closely with partners such as IROs, health services and the Virtual School, you will contribute to high-quality care planning and long-term permanence outcomes. Hybrid: Up to 2 days Working from home Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Children in Care, ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met Undertake Children and Family Assessments and maintain up-to-date care plans Chair multi-agency meetings and collaborate across services to deliver joined-up support Ensure the voice of the child is central to all planning and decision-making Carry out direct work with children, including contributing to life story work where appropriate Support placement stability and positive outcomes through effective planning and intervention Contribute to the development of the team, sharing knowledge and best practice Why Join Milton Keynes? Supportive and stable team structure with experienced permanent leadership Manageable caseloads (typically up to 18 children) Strong multi-agency working with dedicated health and education partners Access to training and development opportunities for locum staff Flexible hybrid working options Experience/Skills Have recent experience within Children in Care (essential) Have adoption experience and have held a CIC-focused roles Are confident managing complex caseloads and care planning Have strong relationship-building and communication skills Are committed to child-centred practice and achieving positive outcomes Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and are registered with Social Work England Hold a full UK driving licence and can travel locally and occasionally further afield If you're an experienced CIC Social Worker looking to join a stable, supportive team where you can make a real difference to children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Social Worker National Online School (NOS) Location: Based from Wimbledon, London Start date: September 2026 (or earlier by agreement) We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Social Worker to join our National Online School to provide both strategic and operational leadership as the senior qualified social worker of the school. National Online School (NOS), the first Department for Education accredited online SEND school, is a growing provision across the UK, currently supporting around 300 pupils nationally and continuing to grow, with a steady intake of new placements requiring careful capacity planning and quality assurance. Many of our young learners, with complex needs, including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs, have experienced significant disruption to their education, including emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). NOS represents a distinctive model of education, combining therapeutic practice with digital delivery to meet the needs of pupils who cannot access traditional settings. The Role - Senior Social Worker National Online School The Senior Social Worker is accountable for the consistent management and development of the school's behaviour, attendance (engagement), inclusion and safeguarding processes and procedures within an online environment, while supporting the SLT in wider school improvement. As a senior leader (SLT), they contribute to the continuous development of the school, ensuring appropriate procedures are in place from a Social Work context, and support a multidisciplinary approach in the effective provision of engaging all pupils in online learning and reaching their full potential. Key responsibilities: Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) & Families and School Together (FAST) provision . Behaviour (Online Engagement & Conduct) : Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful online school culture. Attendance (Engagement) : Oversee tracking, analysis, and reporting of pupil attendance and online engagement. Inclusion : Champion inclusive practice within the online school environment. Quality Assurance: Monitor and evaluate behaviour, attendance (engagement), inclusion, and safeguarding practices in line with the TCES Quality Assurance Framework. Partnerships : Promote effective partnerships with parents/carers, Local Authorities, and external agencies, with a strong emphasis on virtual communication and accessibility. Staff Training and Development: Identify staff training needs related to behaviour, engagement, safeguarding, and inclusion in an online environment. You will be: A champion of therapeutic education and advocate for young people, with similar values to ours: Expect the very best from each other; Develop a strong work ethic; Respect and appreciate all difference; Include everyone and exclude no one; Listen to and involve everyone; Never give up on each other! An experienced Senior Social Worker with a current UK Registration - Social Work England. You will bring: Strong experience of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND, including autism and SEMH Proven leadership of safeguarding in complex or high-risk contexts Highly developed digital literacy, with the ability to lead and optimise online learning systems A clear track record of delivering strategic improvement with measurable impact Experience of embedding inclusive, therapeutic and trauma-informed practice High levels of emotional intelligence, professionalism and integrity Online SEND School National Online School was established as part of a specialist therapeutic education group and has developed a strong national reputation for supporting pupils with SEND who require a personalised, flexible approach to education. NOS supports children and young people aged 7 to 19, many of whom have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and extended periods out of education. The provision delivers highly personalised programmes that integrate education, therapy and pastoral support. Our model combines universal, targeted and intensive therapeutic approaches, enabling pupils to access consistent, high-quality support within their home environment while re-engaging with learning and building long-term success. In return we offer: Competitive salary and terms & conditions. An opportunity to join a leading provider of specialist education in one of the most rewarding sectors whilst directly contributing to the positive outcomes for pupils with SEMH and ASC. Comprehensive induction process, and excellent CPD opportunities with all staff provided an individual Learning & Development Plan to support career development. Regular half termly staff wellbeing days. A range of employee support and wellbeing benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), counselling and contributions towards medical costs and an exclusive rewards platform. Gym & Active Health discounts. To apply: Please apply by sending through a CV. Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a formal application form as per safer recruitment practices in Education. NOS are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to all relevant checks such as references, medical clearance and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunity employer.

About the Role Northamptonshire Children's Trust is looking for experienced Social Workers to join the Duty and Assessment Service-a fast-paced, frontline team at the heart of safeguarding children and young people across the county. DAAT acts as the single point of contact for all safeguarding concerns, receiving referrals via MASH and progressing them through assessment. This is a dynamic and impactful service, where timely decision-making and direct work with families makes a real difference. You'll be working in one of six well-structured teams made up of: Team Manager Advanced Practitioner Social Workers & Newly Qualified Social Workers Family Support Workers This is a service that moves at pace, with clear expectations: Child in Need visits within 5 days Child Protection visits within 24 hours (or same day where required) Why Join The Team? Stable and supportive leadership - experienced, long-standing managers who know the service inside out Manageable caseloads - capped at 35, typically 25-30, with family-based allocation (often around 5 families per worker) Structured way of working - clear processes and strong team support Geographical consistency - opportunity to work within an allocated patch long-term (e.g. Corby, Daventry, Northampton) Training opportunities - access to development via overflow from permanent staff training Working Arrangements Operates on a 6-week duty cycle Full office presence required during duty week Flexibility outside of duty weeks, with local presence required for visits Experience/Skill s : Have a minimum of 2 years DAAT experience Are confident operating in a fast-paced frontline environment Can make clear, timely and defensible decisions Are passionate about safeguarding children and supporting families If you're an experienced DAAT Social Worker looking for a supportive, structured service where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Our client Stockport MBC is looking for a Children's Supervising Social Worker to join their Kinship service. 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.

Senior Social Worker Children in Need Team Islington Council £39.04 per hour Locum Contract Hybrid Working Excellent pay rate of £39.04 per hour Dedicated Children in Need Team separate from Child Protection Manageable caseloads with supportive management Hybrid working available Opportunity to work within a progressive London local authority Are you an experienced Children s Social Worker looking for a supportive frontline role where you can focus on meaningful intervention and long-term family support, without the demands of Child Protection? We are currently working with Islington Council to recruit an experienced Senior Social Worker into their Children in Need Team . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and well-regarded service focused on delivering high-quality interventions to children and families requiring support under Section 17. Importantly, this team is separate from Child Protection , allowing Social Workers to focus on relationship-based practice, early intervention, and improving long-term outcomes for families without holding CP conference or CP investigation responsibilities. The Role As a Senior Social Worker within the Children in Need Team, you will: Manage a caseload of children and families supported under Section 17 Complete Child & Family Assessments and develop outcome-focused CIN plans Undertake direct work with children and families to promote positive change Build strong relationships with families through strengths-based interventions Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, housing, and partner agencies Support children at risk of escalation and prevent progression into Child Protection where safe to do so Prepare clear and analytical assessments, reports, and case recordings Support less experienced colleagues through mentoring and shared practice learning Participate in CIN reviews and multi-agency planning meetings What We re Looking For Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England Previous experience within Children in Need, Assessment, or Safeguarding teams Strong assessment, planning, and direct work skills Confident working within statutory children s services Ability to manage complex family situations and multi-agency working effectively Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience preferred Why Join Islington? Competitive rate of £39.04 per hour Stable and supportive management structure Dedicated CIN service separate from Child Protection Strong emphasis on relationship-based practice Hybrid working flexibility Excellent transport links across London Opportunity to join a highly regarded local authority with strong practice standards For more information or to apply, contact: Josh Dhumisani &#(phone number removed); (phone number removed) &#(phone number removed); (url removed)

Our client Achieving for children in Windsor & Maidenhead is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Support and Safeguarding team. About the role The senior social worker - Pods main responsibility is to safeguard and promote the welfare of youngpeople, giving due consideration to their race, culture, religion and linguistic background. They will manage anagreed caseload of children and young people in compliance with casework objectives, statutory anddepartmental policy and procedural requirements, consistently maintaining the highest level of professionalstandards, including the most complex cases. The senior social worker will undertake direct social workresponsibilities as an allocated worker to the children and young people assigned, investigating concernsregarding a child or young person's safety or wellbeing, make an assessment of the risk and protective factors inthe family and decide on the most appropriate course of action. They will complete longer-term work withfamilies in order to meet identified needs and improved outcomes for children. The Senior social worker will ensure that high quality reports are prepared for Court, they will support andprepare workers in the Court process, including giving evidence as required. The role will involveproviding casework consultation to other social workers in the team as directed by the Team Leader orHead of Safeguarding. This may also supervise students, trainees, less experienced professional teammembers, support staff or volunteers. The senior social worker maintains an awareness of own professionallimitations and knowledge gaps. To make effective use of supervision and appraisal as an opportunity to criticallyreflect on casework and to identify learning and development needs to continually improve upon practice; and tosupport continual professional development. 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.

Autism Practitioner Bromley September Are you an Autism Practitioner looking to support children within a structured and nurturing educational environment? This Autism Practitioner opportunity in Bromley from September 2026 would suit a graduate or experienced support worker passionate about helping pupils with Autism develop confidence, communication and independence. This Autism Practitioner role involves supporting pupils with Autism both inside and outside the classroom, helping them access learning, develop social interaction skills and regulate emotions throughout the school day. Staff work within clear routines and consistent behaviour approaches, ensuring pupils feel safe, supported and understood. The successful Autism Practitioner will work closely with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to provide tailored support across communication, sensory needs and emotional regulation. This Autism Practitioner role would particularly suit aspiring Educational Psychologists, SEN Teachers or Speech & Language Therapists. Autism Practitioner September 2026 Weekly Pay £500 £550 per week What the school can offer an Autism Practitioner: Extensive SEN and Autism-focused training opportunities Experience working alongside specialist SEN professionals Structured and consistent behaviour systems throughout the school Smaller learning groups and additional classroom support Opportunities to support EHCP targets and intervention programmes A calm and supportive working environment Valuable long-term SEN experience for future careers within education or psychology Supportive leadership and regular professional guidance The successful Autism Practitioner will: Hold a degree or relevant child-based experience Have strong communication and relationship-building skills Be patient, proactive and emotionally resilient Support pupils with Autism both academically and pastorally Be passionate about inclusive education and SEN support If you are looking for an Autism Practitioner role that provides hands-on SEN experience within a supportive school environment, this is an excellent Bromley opportunity from September 2026. Ribbons & Reeves are London s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Autism Practitioner role, in Bromley. For other roles like this, check out our website, search Ribbons & Reeves . We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Autism Practitioner role. Autism Practitioner Bromley September INDSUP

Suffolk County Council are looking to recruit a Residential Youth Support Practitioners to join our team based in Bury St Edmunds . You will join us on a full-time , permanent basis. The successful candidate will earn £32,887 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus additional payment for rostered sleep in duties. At Suffolk County Council, collaboration is at the heart of what we do. As a Youth Support Practitioner in the Bury St Edmunds home, you ll work with colleagues, partners, and communities to build trust, share ideas, and deliver services that make a lasting impact. Posts available 3 x Permanent Casual basis work also available, paid at £14.82 per hour. Reimagine the possibilities. Bury St Edmunds Children's Home is a mixed-gender residential homes for children and young people aged 8 - 17 years old. We provide support for the children and young people in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities, as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships. We believe every child and young person deserves a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive. Your role and responsibilities You will work as part of a dedicated team to provide day-to-day support for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the county. You will help those who may experience social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, including those who have experienced trauma and display high-level challenging behaviours. Your role will involve building strong, trusting relationships with young residents, monitoring their wellbeing, and encouraging their personal growth and independence. You will: Promote the development of children and young people within the environment Safeguard all children and young people from threats to their health and welfare Maintain a safe and sensitive atmosphere that meets the needs of the children and young people Develop and maintain good relationships with parents, social workers, teachers, and other professionals Maintain accurate and detailed records Deliver effective communications within the Home and with outside agencies and the community Assist in planning and implementing care plans for children and young people in collaboration with other professionals Administer medication in accordance with procedures Attend and participate in team meetings and supervisions. You will need: a willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills to either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means to be able to work fixed shifts to provide 24/7 coverage. You can view a full list of requirements in the?Job and Person Profile.?If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The homes operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, which means: Fixed shifts with sleep-in duty Consistent staffing: Ensures staff are always present during critical times, providing stability for the children Meeting individual needs: The rota helps in planning and implementing effective care plans Team collaboration: Structured rota allows for effective communication and teamwork Flexibility within structure: While the rota is fixed, it strives to offer some flexibility to accommodate staff needs. Benefits Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Monthly supervision sessions Excellent benefits package. Salary includes a salary of £28,598 plus 15% unsociable hours allowance £4,289 (pro rata for part time). Sleep in duties are an additional requirement, for which you will receive national minimum wage for the hours you are rostered to sleep, on top of your salary. The team You will join a dedicated team providing round-the-clock care. The team collaborates to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young residents can thrive. Each member brings unique skills and experiences, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth. The homes, large, detached houses with spacious gardens in pleasant residential areas, focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with the children, addressing their social, emotional, and mental health needs, and helping them overcome past traumas. By working closely with parents, social workers, teachers, and other professionals, the team ensures each child's needs are met and they receive the best possible care and support. Closing date : 11.30pm, 29 June 2026 You will be required to attend a Warner Interview for this position as part of the recruitment process. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Residential Youth Support Practitioners role, even if you don t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Suffolk County Council is seeking a Residential Youth Support Practitioner to join the team in Lowestoft, Suffolk . We have both full-time (37 hours per week) and part-time (18.5 hours per week) opportunities available, with permanent and casual contracts on offer. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £32,887 per annum (pro rata for part-time positions), plus additional payments for rostered sleep-in duties (see benefits section). The hourly rate for permanent positions is £17.04 , comprising a basic rate of £14.82 per hour plus a 15% unsociable hours allowance . Casual positions are paid at £14.82 per hour . At Suffolk County Council , collaboration is at the heart of what we do. As Residential Youth Support Practitioners in the Lowestoft Children's Home, you ll work with colleagues, partners, and communities to build trust, share ideas, and deliver services that make a lasting impact. Posts available: 4 x 37 hours per week 2 x 18.5 hours per week Reimagine the possibilities. Lowestoft Children s Home is a mixed-gender residential home for children and young people aged 11 - 17 years old. We provide support for the children and young people in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities, as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships. We believe every child and young person deserves a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive. Your role and responsibilities You will work as part of a dedicated team to provide day-to-day support for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the county. You will help those who may experience social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, including those who have experienced trauma and display high-level challenging behaviours. Your role will involve building strong, trusting relationships with young residents, monitoring their wellbeing, and encouraging their personal growth and independence. You will: promote the development of children and young people within the environment safeguard all children and young people from threats to their health and welfare maintain a safe and sensitive atmosphere that meets the needs of the children and young people develop and maintain good relationships with parents, social workers, teachers, and other professionals maintain accurate and detailed records deliver effective communications within the Home and with outside agencies and the community assist in planning and implementing care plans for children and young people in collaboration with other professionals administer medication in accordance with procedures attend and participate in team meetings and supervisions. You will need: a willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills to either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means to be able to work fixed shifts to provide 24/7 coverage. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP) in the how to apply section.?If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The homes operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, which means: fixed shifts with sleep-in duty consistent staffing: Ensures staff are always present during critical times, providing stability for the children meeting individual needs: The rota helps in planning and implementing effective care plans team collaboration: Structured rota allows for effective communication and teamwork flexibility within structure: While the rota is fixed, it strives to offer some flexibility to accommodate staff needs. Benefits funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare monthly supervision sessions excellent benefits package salary includes a salary of £28,598 plus 15% unsociable hours allowance £4,289 (pro rata for part time) sleep in duties are an additional requirement, for which you will receive national minimum wage for the hours you are rostered to sleep, on top of your salary. The team You will join a dedicated team providing round-the-clock care. The team collaborates to create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young residents can thrive. Each member brings unique skills and experiences, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth. The home is a large, detached house with spacious gardens in a pleasant residential area, focuses on building strong, trusting relationships with the children, addressing their social, emotional, and mental health needs, and helping them overcome past traumas. By working closely with parents, social workers, teachers, and other professionals, the team ensures each child's needs are met and they receive the best possible care and support. Take a look at what makes our Ideal Worker , shaped by the voices of young people. Empowering Everyone We re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. Closing date: 11.30 pm, 29 June 2026. If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Residential Youth Support Practitioner role, even if you don t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

Role: Fostering Assessment Manager Location: Remote Contract: Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Salary: Up to 49,000 per annum Benefits 30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Car Allowance Company Pension Life Assurance Employee Discount Scheme About Us We are Polaris, one of the UK's largest communities of children's service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as leaving care services, residential, education and bespoke children's services contracts. Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for each and every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and believe in their futures. We are delighted to be seeking an Assessment Manager to join our established assessment team to provide support, robust leadership and management to the foster parent assessment process. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your management skills within fostering and to become part of a highly supportive environment where the focus is on delivering high-quality foster parents for the country's most vulnerable children. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a passionate Assessment Manager, who shares our goal to achieve the very best outcomes for children and young people. As an Assessment Manager, you will take the lead in delivering high-quality foster parent recruitment and assessments, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, quality standards, and performance targets. You'll manage the end-to-end assessment journey, working closely with internal and external stakeholders. As an experienced social worker who is familiar with social work assessments and Form F assessment reports, you will have excellent organisational skills, an ability to meet deadlines, and demonstrate effective communication to achieve results. Key Responsibilities Oversee the recruitment and assessment of foster parents from enquiry through to panel approval Ownership of ensuring quality and timeliness of assessments Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders Analyse data and trends to support service improvement and business planning Provide guidance and professional advice on fostering regulations and best practice Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, ensuring all concerns are managed appropriately and promptly Contribute to panel processes, as required About You Hold a professionally recognised qualification in Social Work Must have a minimum of four years' experience as a qualified social worker in a children and family setting Strong experience/knowledge of foster parent recruitment and assessment, from generating enquiries to approval, including Form F, and the assessment and panel process Sound knowledge of fostering legislation, regulations, and standards Experience working with fostering panels and performance targets Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills Must possess a full driving licence Fully proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Our client Yorkshire collaboration (Wakefield) is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Complex Care Needs Team. Team Structure and Staffing The team is a specialist service supporting children with disabilities aged 0-18, responsible for delivering assessments, safeguarding, support packages, and child protection plans. The service is currently undergoing a restructure as part of wider social care reforms, and the successful candidate will join during this period of transition. Recent staffing changes and absences have resulted in increased caseloads across the team. There are currently six practitioners, with a proportion working part-time. Caseloads typically range between approximately 20-25 cases per worker. Although caseload numbers may appear high, many cases require lower-frequency visits (e.g. every 12 weeks or 6 months), allowing workloads to be balanced effectively. All cases are currently allocated, and there is no significant backlog. Skills and Experience While experience working with children with disabilities is advantageous, it is not essential. The key requirements are: Understanding of additional needs Ability to communicate effectively with children and young people Strong statutory social work skills Passion for working with children and families 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.

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Ashurst, Southampton Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Sussex, Hampshire and Dorset is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Integrated Services Programme (ISP) Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Base Location: Ashurst, Southampton Salary: Up to 39,500 per annum Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits 3,000 Car Allowance 30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service + bank holidays Company Pension Life Assurance x2 Employee Discount Scheme Medical Cash Plan About Us Set up in 1987 by a small but passionate group of foster parents, we became the UK's first independent foster care agency. That gives us the benefit of over 30 years of fostering experience and we're still going strong! The founder members recognised that looked after children - especially those who'd had very difficult starts in life - needed specialist support. So right from the beginning they put the child at the centre of their thinking and surrounded them with an integrated range of support services. In fact, that's what ISP means: Integrated Service Programme. Over time, this circle of support has increased to include a whole range of professionals that children and foster parents can tap into, whenever they need to. This includes social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists, who all work with our foster parents and the children they look after, helping them understand and manage even the most challenging situations. This is what's known as a 'therapeutic approach' to fostering and it's something that we pioneered. Requirements ISP Sussex, Hampshire and Dorset is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker who is enthusiastic, committed and has an appreciation of the role of the foster parent and their skills. We ask our Social Workers to take a collaborative approach with foster parents in order to promote meaningful and relevant supervision of placements. Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and working within a multi-discipline arena is essential, as is holding a full driving licence and having unrestricted access to your own car. This is a demanding position which includes both a quality assurance role to maintain high standards and a training role to prospective and current foster parents. You will be an excellent report writer and able to work to strict deadlines. Hold a Social Care England recognised qualification in Social Work or equivalent Previous experience of children and families social work A comprehensive working knowledge of all relevant legislation pertaining to children's services as well as publications Full driving licence with unrestricted access to your own car Responsibilities Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload which enables a high level of supervision Provide regular supervision to allocated foster parents, enabling and monitoring their practice and ensuring their compliance with regulatory standards To work in partnership with children, young people and foster parents and other professionals, local authorities and stakeholders, enabling full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by ISP. ISP is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,

Our client Salford city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. About the role To be a Child Protection Co-ordinator within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit and to chair child protection conferences and oversee the effective delivery of plans for children and young people. This role involves ensuring that the statutory functions required within Child Protection Conferences are delivered in an effective way, that a high-quality service is delivered and that there is appropriate, monitoring and development to drive service improvement. When required to support with other responsibilities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit. To contribute to the development of the service priorities within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit, promoting a focus on children's lived experiences. To support the implementation and embedment of an asset based and restorative approach to practice within the SQAU. Work with full regard to Salford City Council's Values, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Community Strategy policies. 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.

Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to work within Greenwich Councils Children with Disabilities Team. Job Purpose Model reliable effective social work practice that safeguards and promotes the welfare of children in need, including children in complex situations with high levels of need and risk, so that children maintain a reasonable standard of health and development, receive reasonable parenting, and a sense of permanence through secure attachment to their parents or carers. Where a child is disabled take action to minimise the effect of their disabilities and give them the opportunity to lead lives which are as normal as possible. Model effective planning and decision making to secure timely permanence for children who cannot live at home. Where children are looked after ensure their needs are met in accordance with their care plan, they receive the right support as care leavers are ready to fulfil their potential as adults. Model effective practice that places children at the centre of professional activity, and that their views and wishes (appropriate to their age and understanding) are sought and used to understand the child's world and shape the level of intervention and type of help offered. Provide effective professional leadership, co-ordinate and resolution of professional disagreement amongst professionals working together to meet the needs of children in need, including those with a child protection plan, privately fostered children, and looked after children and care leavers. Provide professional leadership within the team; take delegated responsibility for developing less experienced social workers and learning and improvement actions; promote high standards of professional conduct and compliance with good practice standards; act as a change champion in implementing innovation, service improvement and changes in organisational arrangements. Key Requirements Qualified Social Worker with 3 years permanent post qualifying experience Valid DBS required Experience within the field you are applying to 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.

Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to work within Walsall Councils Duty and Assessment Team. Job Purpose To provide effective help and protection to children, young people, families and carers, and help them to achieve positive outcomes. To undertake effective assessment, planning and direct work to safeguard children and young people and to meet their needs, and the needs of families and carers. To be responsible for working with complicated and challenging circumstances, and to practice social work in a transparent, accountable and safe way in accordance with professional standards and ethics. To develop areas of expertise, specialism and practice leadership that support the development of social work practice Key Requirements Qualified Social Worker with 3 years permanent post qualifying experience Valid DBS required Experience within the field you are applying to 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. If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your updated CV

Our client Medway council is looking for an Experienced Social worker to join their Children in care team. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience. To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures. To be competent in all areas of the PCF at Social Worker level and The Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART care plans and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all looked after children receive a service that reflects the Council's commitment to achieving positive outcomes for our looked after children. Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths based practice, working collaboratively with children and their families. Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required. To work with children and families in a variety of diverse and complex contexts, such as mental ill health, disability, substance misuse, domestic abuse, sexual and criminal exploitation, radicalisation, poverty, discrimination, and immigration. Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with looked after children, their families and their carers. 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.

The Children Looked After Team work with children who are under 16 years old and have a care plan of long term foster care. Children transfer into the team after care proceedings conclude and they remain with us until they're sixteen. We have manageable caseloads of between 14 and 16 children for a full time worker. This role requires a social worker who has experience of working with children who are long term looked after. Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that the 100 weekly travel and accommodation expenses will remain in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children's Social Care until 10 May 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social Work Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get 500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place Interested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed) Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to work within a Children in Care Team for Newcastle City Council. Job Purpose We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practitioner to join our Reunification Team within children in care. This is a non-case holding role that offers the opportunity to support colleagues, practice development and complete reunification assessments. You will bring expertise in risk assessment and management, and play a key role in shaping high-quality, evidence-based practice. You will complete and oversee a range of specialist assessments for children and families in respect of reunification or for whom care orders are no longer appropriate, including: Parenting Assessments Placement with parents assessments Capacity to protect assessments Other bespoke assessments as required, for example sibling attachment assessments, special guardianship assessment and others Assisting with the preparation of court work and discharge of care orders You will also mentor and support social workers, helping to build their confidence and consistency in assessment work. While the role is non-caseholding, you will be involved in complex cases and will also prepare high-quality reports and give evidence in court. Key Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Extensive experience in complex assessments, care proceedings, and court work Proven ability to assess and manage risk effectively Strong mentoring, leadership, and communication skills Experience in service development and strategic planning This is a unique opportunity to influence practice, support reunification where safe to do so, and make a lasting impact on children and families. If you are interested, please apply with your current CV

We're looking for an organised, proactive and resilient Business Systems Administrator to join our IT Team located at our Head Office in Islington. £42,500.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. What you'll do: - Ensure all live and test application environments are maintained in compliance with Look Ahead's IT policies and guidelines to meet business needs by working with colleagues and the Business Systems Manager to manage system security and coordinate system changes, patch installations, database copies and upgrades, as applicable. - Provide application configuration, support, and administration for Nourish (Care plans) and Camascope (eMARS), and cover for other key business systems including MHR's iTrent (Recruitment, HR & Payroll), Cx (Housing Management & Customer Support Plans), OnTrack (Domestic Abuse) and any other applications and products being deployed through the Digital Transformation programme. - Act as the subject matter expert and coordination point for Nourish and Camascope specific support activities, including updating support tickets and associated details and responses via the ticketing system. - Manage ticket and incident escalations, as appropriate. - Support the application owners, business users and team members with the building and running of reports from Nourish and Camascope when required for urgent organisation needs, such as regulator requirements or responding to serious incidents. This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: High levels of customer service - puts self in the place of system users to understand how best to tailor solutions to business requirements and needs. - Approachable and open behaviours - A Team Player, willing to share work and learning with the team and builds a positive team culture - Able to work on their own initiative with minimal supervision - Means, desire, and discipline to work effectively from home and still achieve desired results What you'll bring: Essential: - Hands on knowledge of, or involvement in system administration for, at least one Customer Care Plan related system - Previous history of supporting business systems or their use - Self-starter with good initiative - Well organised and methodical - Good problem solving / analytical skills - Experienced in issue resolution - Excellent attention to detail - Success orientated and delivery focused - Excellent communication skills - The ability to work to tight deadlines - The ability to work through conflicting priorities - The ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see full job description on our website