We are currently recruiting for South Tyneside Social Services for an experienced Qualified Team Manager within a Children with Disabilities Team. The Experienced Social Work Manager for Children with Disabilities Team will work alongside one other manager. You will manage a team of qualified social workers and family workers working with children with additional needs. The team undertakes work with children who are supported via to CIN, CP and who are Cared For. You will be providing regular reflective supervision and management oversight. Quality assurance and authorisation of work relevant to the service area. Attendance and at times chairing resource panel. Ensuring children's care packages are reviewed annually. Understanding of performance information to support the management of the team ensuring compliance with statutory requirements of the role. Working with Caritas you get : Your own dedicated specialist consultant with over 20 years experience of Social Services recruitment 24/7 access to help Access to all roles in and around the North East Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Prompt and reliable payroll Free DBS and compliance service Referral fee For more information on this role or any other roles in the North East please contact me on (phone number removed) and ask for ANDY SCULLY or email me at; removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 17, 2026
Seasonal
We are currently recruiting for South Tyneside Social Services for an experienced Qualified Team Manager within a Children with Disabilities Team. The Experienced Social Work Manager for Children with Disabilities Team will work alongside one other manager. You will manage a team of qualified social workers and family workers working with children with additional needs. The team undertakes work with children who are supported via to CIN, CP and who are Cared For. You will be providing regular reflective supervision and management oversight. Quality assurance and authorisation of work relevant to the service area. Attendance and at times chairing resource panel. Ensuring children's care packages are reviewed annually. Understanding of performance information to support the management of the team ensuring compliance with statutory requirements of the role. Working with Caritas you get : Your own dedicated specialist consultant with over 20 years experience of Social Services recruitment 24/7 access to help Access to all roles in and around the North East Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK Prompt and reliable payroll Free DBS and compliance service Referral fee For more information on this role or any other roles in the North East please contact me on (phone number removed) and ask for ANDY SCULLY or email me at; removed) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Deputy Team Manager Job Location: Gloucestershire This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. Job Title: Deputy Team Manager Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 6 Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum Hours per Week: 37.00 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 28/06/2026 Job Requisition Number: 14297 This post is not open to job share We are seeking a part-time Deputy Team Manager to join our Kinship Support Team on a permanent basis. Reward and support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: Between £48,226 - £51,356 per annum subject to experience £4,000 welcome payment £2,000 retention payment up to £8,000 relocation package flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff) option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff) family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone an in-house Occupational Health service employee discount scheme links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network career development and qualification opportunities access to our Social Work Academy Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Please note that all our welcome and retention payments are subject to terms and conditions as well as tax and national insurance deductions Please note that our relocation policy is subject to terms and conditions Right child, right support, right time, every time In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children's Services have been officially judged as ' Good' with 'Outstanding' elements. Ofsted also said 'Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.' This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. About the team This is an important and exciting time to join the service, following the recent implementation of our Kinship Local Offer, which strengthens our support to kinship carers and the children they care for across the county. The Kinship Support Team has responsibility for: supervising and supporting kinship foster carers overseeing private fostering arrangements in line with statutory duties providing post-order support to Special Guardianship (SGO) carers, ensuring placements remain stable and sustainable About you As Deputy Team Manager, you will support the Team Manager in the effective leadership and management of the team. This will include providing supervision and guidance to staff, supporting high standards of practice, and ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding requirements. You will work collaboratively with children's social care teams and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes for children, ensuring they are cared for in safe, stable, and nurturing family environments. The role requires strong leadership skills, sound practice knowledge, and the ability to support and develop staff within a busy and evolving service. We offer a supportive working environment, with flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for home working where appropriate. As well as your experience, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: a full driving licence and willingness to drive DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children's) To have completed your ASYE year (if you qualified after 2012) How to apply For an informal chat about this role, please contact . We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Interviews are due to take place in person on 7th July 2026. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: Children's Social Care Careers Careers hub We welcome applications from newly qualified and social workers in the early years of their career. Depending on your qualification date and previous experience, you will be invited to either join our accredited ASYE programme or to complete an alternative early career development in-house pathway. The appropriate option will be explored and confirmed as part of the interview and offer process.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Deputy Team Manager Job Location: Gloucestershire This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. Job Title: Deputy Team Manager Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 6 Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum Hours per Week: 37.00 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 28/06/2026 Job Requisition Number: 14297 This post is not open to job share We are seeking a part-time Deputy Team Manager to join our Kinship Support Team on a permanent basis. Reward and support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: Between £48,226 - £51,356 per annum subject to experience £4,000 welcome payment £2,000 retention payment up to £8,000 relocation package flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff) option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff) family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone an in-house Occupational Health service employee discount scheme links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network career development and qualification opportunities access to our Social Work Academy Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) Please note that all our welcome and retention payments are subject to terms and conditions as well as tax and national insurance deductions Please note that our relocation policy is subject to terms and conditions Right child, right support, right time, every time In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children's Services have been officially judged as ' Good' with 'Outstanding' elements. Ofsted also said 'Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.' This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. About the team This is an important and exciting time to join the service, following the recent implementation of our Kinship Local Offer, which strengthens our support to kinship carers and the children they care for across the county. The Kinship Support Team has responsibility for: supervising and supporting kinship foster carers overseeing private fostering arrangements in line with statutory duties providing post-order support to Special Guardianship (SGO) carers, ensuring placements remain stable and sustainable About you As Deputy Team Manager, you will support the Team Manager in the effective leadership and management of the team. This will include providing supervision and guidance to staff, supporting high standards of practice, and ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding requirements. You will work collaboratively with children's social care teams and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes for children, ensuring they are cared for in safe, stable, and nurturing family environments. The role requires strong leadership skills, sound practice knowledge, and the ability to support and develop staff within a busy and evolving service. We offer a supportive working environment, with flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for home working where appropriate. As well as your experience, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: a full driving licence and willingness to drive DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children's) To have completed your ASYE year (if you qualified after 2012) How to apply For an informal chat about this role, please contact . We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Interviews are due to take place in person on 7th July 2026. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: Children's Social Care Careers Careers hub We welcome applications from newly qualified and social workers in the early years of their career. Depending on your qualification date and previous experience, you will be invited to either join our accredited ASYE programme or to complete an alternative early career development in-house pathway. The appropriate option will be explored and confirmed as part of the interview and offer process.
Bored of your job and looking for the next step? Looking for a new career? Want to become a leader? Want to make a real difference to young people across the country? If this is what you want then at Inspirations we have the tools to get you there! Here at Inspirations; We believe that every child deserves the best, so it is our mission to be the best children's homes in the country providing the best outcomes for children! Our company is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working, positive staff members to grow and nurture into our future leaders and build our therapeutic teams across Leicestershire and Desborough. Job Description Overall - To deliver high standards of care, protection, and support to children and Young People with complex needs by facilitating their physical, psychological, emotional, and recreational development. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for our Young People. To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Home and for the delivery of the day-to-day care to the children. To ensure that the support workers are maintaining their therapeutic approach and providing direct work with the children. To assist in leading Staff to operate within legal parameters as described in the Companies Policies and Procedures. To maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and recordings of Young Person's files, relevant reports, and documents. To ensure rota cover maintained to required standards at all times to ensure safeguarding for Young People. Start somewhere As a Senior Mentor you will be in a position that requires you to: - Have a warm, empathic manner that makes each child and young person feel special and loved. - Willing to give hugs but, recognise when giving space is needed more. - Be a good listener and curious about what you can learn from young people. - Understand and be resilient to the fact that young people you have a strong relationship with one week, may then refuse to talk to or insult you a day later. And helping to support other staff with this. - Be able to have a lot of fun in the workplace but also be prepared to soothe and support the overwhelming emotions of both young people and staff teams. Because to show emotion is to be human! - Ability to produce a ten-page personal plan with at least one interruption per page. Although you will likely have lots more! - Be a positive mentor and role model for our young people and staff teams alike. - A high level of multitasking is essential. You must be comfortable with cooking dinner whilst entertaining hungry teenagers at the same time. And believe us when we say H-ANGER is REAL - Some knowledge about football, Xbox and Tiktok videos would be helpful but, diverse hobbies and interests are a distinct advantage. - Ability to manage and provide firm boundaries to young people because they will push boundaries better than anyone and they are smarter than you think! - Be creative and able to come up with solutions to help manage behaviours and guide less experienced staff in how to also be able to manage behaviours. - Able to lead shifts with a confident and enthusiastic manner ensure our young people are cared for to the highest standards whilst then being able to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed before completing your shift. - Enable effective supervisions that promote best practices within the home whilst providing a supportive approach for our staff teams. - To contribute to and implement care plans, risk assessments, and action plans, participate in reviews and other meetings as required and ensure LAC documentation is up to date and changed when appropriate. - Ability to plan and organise own workload and help others do the same to achieve improved outcomes for Young People. - Ensures Staff work within the Homes policies, procedures, and Ofsted Quality Standard requirements. So far it might sound like all fun and games and for a large part, it is essentially is! But you will also be required to do the boring bits which include the paperwork that comes with all looked after young people. But do not be intimidated by this As a company, we are striving for the best and we understand that in order to achieve this we listen to our staff and young people. In order to be the best, we believe you must learn from the best and that is why we are dedicated to hiring the best people possible. So, it's over to you If you are interested in joining our growing teams, please send an email or give us a call on the following contact details and we will talk you through the next steps! We look forward to hearing from everyone soon! Essential Requirements: 1 years' worth of working with young people with some supervisory experience A clear Enhanced DBS check (please let us know if you are on the update service or require a full DBS check) Teamworking Ability to work under pressure Ability to commit to changing and demanding shift patterns. (Sleep-in shifts are required.) Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent Desirable Requirements: Driving Licence (or working towards achieving a full license) Emotional and social intelligence Competent IT skills Can-do attitude Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £14.50-£15.50 per hour Benefits: Casual dress Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Application question(s): Do you have a level 3 or above in Children's Residential Care? Experience: Residential Children's Worker: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Lavender SM 24
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Bored of your job and looking for the next step? Looking for a new career? Want to become a leader? Want to make a real difference to young people across the country? If this is what you want then at Inspirations we have the tools to get you there! Here at Inspirations; We believe that every child deserves the best, so it is our mission to be the best children's homes in the country providing the best outcomes for children! Our company is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working, positive staff members to grow and nurture into our future leaders and build our therapeutic teams across Leicestershire and Desborough. Job Description Overall - To deliver high standards of care, protection, and support to children and Young People with complex needs by facilitating their physical, psychological, emotional, and recreational development. To work in partnership with other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for our Young People. To be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Home and for the delivery of the day-to-day care to the children. To ensure that the support workers are maintaining their therapeutic approach and providing direct work with the children. To assist in leading Staff to operate within legal parameters as described in the Companies Policies and Procedures. To maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and recordings of Young Person's files, relevant reports, and documents. To ensure rota cover maintained to required standards at all times to ensure safeguarding for Young People. Start somewhere As a Senior Mentor you will be in a position that requires you to: - Have a warm, empathic manner that makes each child and young person feel special and loved. - Willing to give hugs but, recognise when giving space is needed more. - Be a good listener and curious about what you can learn from young people. - Understand and be resilient to the fact that young people you have a strong relationship with one week, may then refuse to talk to or insult you a day later. And helping to support other staff with this. - Be able to have a lot of fun in the workplace but also be prepared to soothe and support the overwhelming emotions of both young people and staff teams. Because to show emotion is to be human! - Ability to produce a ten-page personal plan with at least one interruption per page. Although you will likely have lots more! - Be a positive mentor and role model for our young people and staff teams alike. - A high level of multitasking is essential. You must be comfortable with cooking dinner whilst entertaining hungry teenagers at the same time. And believe us when we say H-ANGER is REAL - Some knowledge about football, Xbox and Tiktok videos would be helpful but, diverse hobbies and interests are a distinct advantage. - Ability to manage and provide firm boundaries to young people because they will push boundaries better than anyone and they are smarter than you think! - Be creative and able to come up with solutions to help manage behaviours and guide less experienced staff in how to also be able to manage behaviours. - Able to lead shifts with a confident and enthusiastic manner ensure our young people are cared for to the highest standards whilst then being able to ensure all necessary paperwork is completed before completing your shift. - Enable effective supervisions that promote best practices within the home whilst providing a supportive approach for our staff teams. - To contribute to and implement care plans, risk assessments, and action plans, participate in reviews and other meetings as required and ensure LAC documentation is up to date and changed when appropriate. - Ability to plan and organise own workload and help others do the same to achieve improved outcomes for Young People. - Ensures Staff work within the Homes policies, procedures, and Ofsted Quality Standard requirements. So far it might sound like all fun and games and for a large part, it is essentially is! But you will also be required to do the boring bits which include the paperwork that comes with all looked after young people. But do not be intimidated by this As a company, we are striving for the best and we understand that in order to achieve this we listen to our staff and young people. In order to be the best, we believe you must learn from the best and that is why we are dedicated to hiring the best people possible. So, it's over to you If you are interested in joining our growing teams, please send an email or give us a call on the following contact details and we will talk you through the next steps! We look forward to hearing from everyone soon! Essential Requirements: 1 years' worth of working with young people with some supervisory experience A clear Enhanced DBS check (please let us know if you are on the update service or require a full DBS check) Teamworking Ability to work under pressure Ability to commit to changing and demanding shift patterns. (Sleep-in shifts are required.) Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent Desirable Requirements: Driving Licence (or working towards achieving a full license) Emotional and social intelligence Competent IT skills Can-do attitude Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £14.50-£15.50 per hour Benefits: Casual dress Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Application question(s): Do you have a level 3 or above in Children's Residential Care? Experience: Residential Children's Worker: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Lavender SM 24
? Qualified Social Worker - Cared for Children Team Location: North East Pay Rate: £28 per hour Flexible Working: Home-based & local authority presence We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker to join the Cared for Children Team in the North East. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, and who thrives in a dynamic, supportive, and outcome-focused environment. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support for children in care. This role offers a mix of home working and on-site presence within the local authority, giving you flexibility and balance. About the Role You'll work in accordance with current legislation, guidance, and best practice to assess, plan, and deliver social care services. Drawing on your experience and professional judgment, you will: Carry out comprehensive assessments of need, risk, and safety Manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate records Create and implement tailored care plans that promote safety, stability, and development Engage children and families effectively to develop trusted relationships Collaborate with multi-agency teams to ensure integrated support Provide mentoring or guidance to less experienced staff or students as required ? What We're Looking For To succeed in this role, you'll need to demonstrate compassion, resilience, and a deep commitment to safeguarding children. You will also need: Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW, or equivalent) Registration with Social Work England Minimum of 4 years post-qualified experience, ideally within Children's Services Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance Excellent communication, negotiation, and mediation skills Proven ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting Confidence in using reflective practice and evidence-based approaches Passion for achieving the best outcomes for children and families ? The Ideal Candidate Will Be: Creative, flexible, and forward-thinking in approach Skilled in building meaningful relationships with children and families Committed to continuous professional development Experienced in a statutory or voluntary social care setting Able to confidently manage and prioritise a busy caseload Why Work With Pertemps? This is an agency role offered through Pertemps, giving you access to a range of benefits including: A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to roles across the UK Simple and fast registration process Ongoing compliance support Prompt and reliable weekly payroll Generous referral scheme and incentives Location This role is ideally located for professionals commuting from: Redcar, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Sunderland, Gateshead, Newcastle, Scarborough, Whitby, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Eston, Loftus, and surrounding areas. We're Hiring Across the UK! If this role isn't quite right, we're also recruiting for other Qualified Social Work roles including: IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer) MASH Children Looked After Fostering Child Protection Children in Need Adult Services Team Managers & Service Managers Not Looking Right Now? No problem - refer a friend or colleague and earn a referral bonus! Let us help you find a role where you can truly make a difference. Apply today or contact us to find out more.
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
? Qualified Social Worker - Cared for Children Team Location: North East Pay Rate: £28 per hour Flexible Working: Home-based & local authority presence We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker to join the Cared for Children Team in the North East. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, and who thrives in a dynamic, supportive, and outcome-focused environment. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support for children in care. This role offers a mix of home working and on-site presence within the local authority, giving you flexibility and balance. About the Role You'll work in accordance with current legislation, guidance, and best practice to assess, plan, and deliver social care services. Drawing on your experience and professional judgment, you will: Carry out comprehensive assessments of need, risk, and safety Manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate records Create and implement tailored care plans that promote safety, stability, and development Engage children and families effectively to develop trusted relationships Collaborate with multi-agency teams to ensure integrated support Provide mentoring or guidance to less experienced staff or students as required ? What We're Looking For To succeed in this role, you'll need to demonstrate compassion, resilience, and a deep commitment to safeguarding children. You will also need: Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW, or equivalent) Registration with Social Work England Minimum of 4 years post-qualified experience, ideally within Children's Services Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance Excellent communication, negotiation, and mediation skills Proven ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting Confidence in using reflective practice and evidence-based approaches Passion for achieving the best outcomes for children and families ? The Ideal Candidate Will Be: Creative, flexible, and forward-thinking in approach Skilled in building meaningful relationships with children and families Committed to continuous professional development Experienced in a statutory or voluntary social care setting Able to confidently manage and prioritise a busy caseload Why Work With Pertemps? This is an agency role offered through Pertemps, giving you access to a range of benefits including: A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to roles across the UK Simple and fast registration process Ongoing compliance support Prompt and reliable weekly payroll Generous referral scheme and incentives Location This role is ideally located for professionals commuting from: Redcar, Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Sunderland, Gateshead, Newcastle, Scarborough, Whitby, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Eston, Loftus, and surrounding areas. We're Hiring Across the UK! If this role isn't quite right, we're also recruiting for other Qualified Social Work roles including: IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer) MASH Children Looked After Fostering Child Protection Children in Need Adult Services Team Managers & Service Managers Not Looking Right Now? No problem - refer a friend or colleague and earn a referral bonus! Let us help you find a role where you can truly make a difference. Apply today or contact us to find out more.
