Early Help Social Worker- 4 positions Salary GRADE 07 (£34,434 - £38,220) About us Here in Warrington, we are on our own journey and are proud to be graded Good in all areas in our 2024 Ofsted inspection. It says: - "Social workers told inspectors that they enjoy working in Warrington. They feel valued and benefit from a culture of openness and learning. Workers feel well supported by managers, with supervision taking place regularly, which is mostly reflective and focuses on children. Senior leaders are extremely visible and approachable, listening to staff views. There is a strong focus on and a commitment to workforce development. Warrington has a practice framework and culture which is based on shared values. Social workers are supported to access a wide range of appropriate training opportunities, reinforcing and embedding the learning culture. These opportunities support social workers to develop new skills, enabling them to work very effectively with children and families, along with supporting their professional development" We have a strong vision for social work practice in Warrington and are developing a new approach to social work. We are currently embedding a relationship-based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We are working alongside the Centre for Systemic Social Work, who are providing a comprehensive training programme to social workers and managers across our teams. In Warrington we want all children and families to benefit from high quality and purposeful relationships with professionals. We believe this will help create the best opportunities for people to change and reach their full potential. We also believe one of the most effective ways to improve the outcomes for children and families is through providing our social workers with the best conditions in which they can thrive. We are based in Time Square; this is a great workspace with hubs and pods in order to provide a great environment to work, furthermore, with cafes and restaurants on the doorstep, with excellent transport links to surrounding areas .So, if you want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people with relationship-based practice at the heart of everything we do and develop great relationships, then come and join us in Warrington where we are passionate about our work with children and families. We have high aspirations for our children and welcome those who share our ambition. The role It's an exciting time to be joining Children Social Care in Warrington, as we have been chosen as a Pathfinder authority for the Families First for Children reforms. We have several opportunities across the duty and assessment teams for Early Help Social Worker. In relation to this post, we will consider applications from Newly Qualified Social Workers, Social Workers at a Grade 07 (£34,434 - £38,220) / Grade 8 depending on experience. This role also has a market supplement of £3,000 per a year. Duty and Assessment Team - this is a fast-paced team who is responsible for the initial assessment of children and family to determine the ongoing level of need. The team complete assessments at Child In Need and within Section 47s. Within this team we have early help social workers, who primarily focus on supporting children and their families who are also supported by early help services. As part of this role, you would be responsible for working closely with early help services to contribute to the support being offered to families prior to and during the initial assessment period. What's needed? Self-motivated and flexible with the ability to use own initiative Good organisational skills with ability to prioritise work to deadlines Positive approach to managing stress and the ability to work under pressure Ability to use IT and present information Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a range of people including team members, service users, carers, colleagues within the department and with other agencies. Ability to prioritise and organise workload to meet targets and respond to unforeseen events. Negotiation, problem solving and decision-making Ability to adapt to change Ability to model and promote excellent practice within the team and to wider audiences Education, Qualifications and Knowledge Recognised social work qualification SWE registration Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Knowledge of relevant legislation, Government policy and guidance Benefits As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get: Essential Car Allowance 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata) Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme Further Information For an informal confidential discussion please contact Karen Garner - or Becky Mullen - The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. DBS clearance is required. If you are applying for the job internally, please ensure that you apply via the Careers Page on SAP. In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment. Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.
Jul 03, 2026
Full time
Early Help Social Worker- 4 positions Salary GRADE 07 (£34,434 - £38,220) About us Here in Warrington, we are on our own journey and are proud to be graded Good in all areas in our 2024 Ofsted inspection. It says: - "Social workers told inspectors that they enjoy working in Warrington. They feel valued and benefit from a culture of openness and learning. Workers feel well supported by managers, with supervision taking place regularly, which is mostly reflective and focuses on children. Senior leaders are extremely visible and approachable, listening to staff views. There is a strong focus on and a commitment to workforce development. Warrington has a practice framework and culture which is based on shared values. Social workers are supported to access a wide range of appropriate training opportunities, reinforcing and embedding the learning culture. These opportunities support social workers to develop new skills, enabling them to work very effectively with children and families, along with supporting their professional development" We have a strong vision for social work practice in Warrington and are developing a new approach to social work. We are currently embedding a relationship-based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We are working alongside the Centre for Systemic Social Work, who are providing a comprehensive training programme to social workers and managers across our teams. In Warrington we want all children and families to benefit from high quality and purposeful relationships with professionals. We believe this will help create the best opportunities for people to change and reach their full potential. We also believe one of the most effective ways to improve the outcomes for children and families is through providing our social workers with the best conditions in which they can thrive. We are based in Time Square; this is a great workspace with hubs and pods in order to provide a great environment to work, furthermore, with cafes and restaurants on the doorstep, with excellent transport links to surrounding areas .So, if you want to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people with relationship-based practice at the heart of everything we do and develop great relationships, then come and join us in Warrington where we are passionate about our work with children and families. We have high aspirations for our children and welcome those who share our ambition. The role It's an exciting time to be joining Children Social Care in Warrington, as we have been chosen as a Pathfinder authority for the Families First for Children reforms. We have several opportunities across the duty and assessment teams for Early Help Social Worker. In relation to this post, we will consider applications from Newly Qualified Social Workers, Social Workers at a Grade 07 (£34,434 - £38,220) / Grade 8 depending on experience. This role also has a market supplement of £3,000 per a year. Duty and Assessment Team - this is a fast-paced team who is responsible for the initial assessment of children and family to determine the ongoing level of need. The team complete assessments at Child In Need and within Section 47s. Within this team we have early help social workers, who primarily focus on supporting children and their families who are also supported by early help services. As part of this role, you would be responsible for working closely with early help services to contribute to the support being offered to families prior to and during the initial assessment period. What's needed? Self-motivated and flexible with the ability to use own initiative Good organisational skills with ability to prioritise work to deadlines Positive approach to managing stress and the ability to work under pressure Ability to use IT and present information Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a range of people including team members, service users, carers, colleagues within the department and with other agencies. Ability to prioritise and organise workload to meet targets and respond to unforeseen events. Negotiation, problem solving and decision-making Ability to adapt to change Ability to model and promote excellent practice within the team and to wider audiences Education, Qualifications and Knowledge Recognised social work qualification SWE registration Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Knowledge of relevant legislation, Government policy and guidance Benefits As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get: Essential Car Allowance 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata) Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme Further Information For an informal confidential discussion please contact Karen Garner - or Becky Mullen - The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. DBS clearance is required. If you are applying for the job internally, please ensure that you apply via the Careers Page on SAP. In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment. Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.
Our client Bracknell Forest borough council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Children's services. Key objectives of the role: You will deputise when required for the Team Manager and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, students and support staff. You will support the Team Manager to drive performance, ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and intervention is provided for children and families. We will expect you to deputise for the Team Manager when required and support them across a range of areas, including recruitment and retention of staff and the chairing of meetings. You will be able to build effective relationships, demonstrate strong assessment and analytical skills have a well-developed understanding of assessment, planning and intervention and work effectively as part of a management team. In particular this post will contribute to ensuring that there is effective supervision of staff and that services are delivered and developed according to departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Daily and monthly responsibilities 1. To support the Team Manager with managing a team of staff, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability, and succession planning. 2. Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance. 3. To lead on Strategy Discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning. 4. To work in a way that encourages and develops inter-agency co-operation. 5. To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data alongside the Team Manager. Completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks. 6. To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner. 7. To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement. Including responding to complaints and feedback. 8. To contribute, with management support to the equitable provision of service in terms of allocation, assessment, care planning and interventions, through supervision and through the organisation of work requested. 9. To assist in the development of the service by flexible and imaginative practice and supervision when considering how to meet assessed needs. 10. To maintain an efficient and cost-effective provision of service in accordance with departmental guidelines, legislation and budgetary considerations. 11. To undertake any other tasks that are commensurate with the scope of the role that may be required from time to time. Skills and qualifications DipSW/BA in Social Work or equivalent 3 + years post qualified experience Registered SWE qualification Supervising/Mentoring experience Knowledge of Child Protection/Care proceedings 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.
Jun 30, 2026
Seasonal
Our client Bracknell Forest borough council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Children's services. Key objectives of the role: You will deputise when required for the Team Manager and work closely alongside them to deliver our vision and strategic values. You will have direct responsibility for social workers, including newly qualified social workers, students and support staff. You will support the Team Manager to drive performance, ensure the right plans are in place and needs lead services and intervention is provided for children and families. We will expect you to deputise for the Team Manager when required and support them across a range of areas, including recruitment and retention of staff and the chairing of meetings. You will be able to build effective relationships, demonstrate strong assessment and analytical skills have a well-developed understanding of assessment, planning and intervention and work effectively as part of a management team. In particular this post will contribute to ensuring that there is effective supervision of staff and that services are delivered and developed according to departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Daily and monthly responsibilities 1. To support the Team Manager with managing a team of staff, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance support and management, disciplinary/capability, and succession planning. 2. Providing high quality, reflective supervision (in line with the supervision policy) including providing feedback and analysis of performance. 3. To lead on Strategy Discussions, Child in Need meetings, professional meetings and other forums, working together with partner agencies to conclude with safe and proportionate threshold decision and planning. 4. To work in a way that encourages and develops inter-agency co-operation. 5. To undertake regular reviews of, and track, performance data alongside the Team Manager. Completing audits and contributing to audit programmes and frameworks. 6. To promote listening to children and young people at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in an appropriate and timely manner. 7. To actively engage with parents and carers so that their views contribute to service improvement. Including responding to complaints and feedback. 8. To contribute, with management support to the equitable provision of service in terms of allocation, assessment, care planning and interventions, through supervision and through the organisation of work requested. 9. To assist in the development of the service by flexible and imaginative practice and supervision when considering how to meet assessed needs. 10. To maintain an efficient and cost-effective provision of service in accordance with departmental guidelines, legislation and budgetary considerations. 11. To undertake any other tasks that are commensurate with the scope of the role that may be required from time to time. Skills and qualifications DipSW/BA in Social Work or equivalent 3 + years post qualified experience Registered SWE qualification Supervising/Mentoring experience Knowledge of Child Protection/Care proceedings 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.
My client London Borough of Hackney is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Family help service. PURPOSE To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. Guidance, support and supervision will be provided in line with the individual's experience and capabilities and in line with our Supervision Policy. Newly qualified Staff at grade P01 will undertake all work with support, close supervision and guidance and will have a reduced caseload. Upon successful completion of the ASYE, Social Workers will automatically move to P02. Key Accountabilities Assessment Outcome: To provide a clear and accurate assessment of a child and his/her family's needs in line with statutory guidance To undertake interviews, observation and gather information from children, families and other agencies. To analyse, summarise and evaluate this information to provide a holistic assessment of a child's needs To understand the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors in which to establish the needs of an individual child To assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework. To provide written and verbal reports which are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence. To review and reassess when necessary and be open to a change of view in response to new evidence. Planning and service delivery Outcome: To provide focused and purposeful social work interventions with explicit aims and objectives about desired outcomes within the context of managing risk to children On the basis of assessed needs, to devise written plans for intervention and/or care for children and their families. To carry out planned interventions using a range of tried and tested methodologies including systemic and social learning theory approaches. To use research findings and statutory guidance to inform social work practice. To utilise problem solving skills within the context of a professional relationship with parents and their children. To develop and manage Child Protection Plans for all children who require them in line with child protection procedures. To provide and present concise reports about complex information in line with the requirements of the London Child Protection Procedures, and the court. Direct work with children and their families Outcome: To build a professional relationship with children and their families and to use that relationship to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes To communicate effectively with children and their families, ensuring that their views and wishes are heard, and recorded accurately. To establish rapport and build a respectful, honest and trusted relationship with children and their families, particularly their parents and / or main carers. To respond in a timely manner to all contacts from children and their families. To ensure that children and their families are provided with written reports about their circumstances and plans for intervention To understand and respect the rights of children To deal promptly and sensitively to complaints from service users within the framework of the Council Complaints Procedure To ensure all matters in respect of child protection are dealt with promptly, effectively and in line with the child protection procedures Accountability Outcome: To take responsibility and be accountable for all work undertaken as directed by the Screening Referral Manager/ Team Manager To manage the workload as directed and organise and plan work activities taking into account the need to prioritise tasks and responsibilities. To take responsibility for your own professional development by attending supervision, appraisals and learning and training opportunities. To ensure that statutory responsibilities are undertaken for children including visiting children, arranging reviews, reporting to the court, delivering within timescales and meeting any other national and local performance targets. To maintain management information about children and their families by inputting data in line with the IT frameworks which have been adopted by the service. To maintain case records, keeping case files well organised, up to date and able to provide concise and accurate information about a child's circumstances and plans. To take responsibility for maintaining a staff presence within the social work unit to respond to unplanned calls or events, by partaking in rotas or other cover arrangements. To keep up to date with research knowledge of social learning theory and systemic approaches. 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.
Jun 30, 2026
Seasonal
My client London Borough of Hackney is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Family help service. PURPOSE To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. To assess need, plan and deliver focused intervention to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. Guidance, support and supervision will be provided in line with the individual's experience and capabilities and in line with our Supervision Policy. Newly qualified Staff at grade P01 will undertake all work with support, close supervision and guidance and will have a reduced caseload. Upon successful completion of the ASYE, Social Workers will automatically move to P02. Key Accountabilities Assessment Outcome: To provide a clear and accurate assessment of a child and his/her family's needs in line with statutory guidance To undertake interviews, observation and gather information from children, families and other agencies. To analyse, summarise and evaluate this information to provide a holistic assessment of a child's needs To understand the context of child development, parenting capacity and family and environmental factors in which to establish the needs of an individual child To assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework. To provide written and verbal reports which are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence. To review and reassess when necessary and be open to a change of view in response to new evidence. Planning and service delivery Outcome: To provide focused and purposeful social work interventions with explicit aims and objectives about desired outcomes within the context of managing risk to children On the basis of assessed needs, to devise written plans for intervention and/or care for children and their families. To carry out planned interventions using a range of tried and tested methodologies including systemic and social learning theory approaches. To use research findings and statutory guidance to inform social work practice. To utilise problem solving skills within the context of a professional relationship with parents and their children. To develop and manage Child Protection Plans for all children who require them in line with child protection procedures. To provide and present concise reports about complex information in line with the requirements of the London Child Protection Procedures, and the court. Direct work with children and their families Outcome: To build a professional relationship with children and their families and to use that relationship to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes To communicate effectively with children and their families, ensuring that their views and wishes are heard, and recorded accurately. To establish rapport and build a respectful, honest and trusted relationship with children and their families, particularly their parents and / or main carers. To respond in a timely manner to all contacts from children and their families. To ensure that children and their families are provided with written reports about their circumstances and plans for intervention To understand and respect the rights of children To deal promptly and sensitively to complaints from service users within the framework of the Council Complaints Procedure To ensure all matters in respect of child protection are dealt with promptly, effectively and in line with the child protection procedures Accountability Outcome: To take responsibility and be accountable for all work undertaken as directed by the Screening Referral Manager/ Team Manager To manage the workload as directed and organise and plan work activities taking into account the need to prioritise tasks and responsibilities. To take responsibility for your own professional development by attending supervision, appraisals and learning and training opportunities. To ensure that statutory responsibilities are undertaken for children including visiting children, arranging reviews, reporting to the court, delivering within timescales and meeting any other national and local performance targets. To maintain management information about children and their families by inputting data in line with the IT frameworks which have been adopted by the service. To maintain case records, keeping case files well organised, up to date and able to provide concise and accurate information about a child's circumstances and plans. To take responsibility for maintaining a staff presence within the social work unit to respond to unplanned calls or events, by partaking in rotas or other cover arrangements. To keep up to date with research knowledge of social learning theory and systemic approaches. 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.
Our client Knowsley Borough council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Child protection (no court work) team. Duty 1:8 weeks and transfer at first hearing so SWs are not carrying court work which is unusual in a CP team. Our service offers a structured and positive working model, where Social Workers undertake duty on a 1 in 8-week rota. During duty weeks, newly allocated cases are progressed up to first hearing, after which they are transferred on for proceedings. This approach enables Social Workers to focus on timely decision-making and effective intervention, while maintaining sustainable caseloads. Outside of duty weeks, Social Workers have 7 weeks dedicated to working with families, allowing them to: Complete assessments thoroughly Ensure children and families access the right level of support and intervention Safeguard and manage CIN and CP cases effectively This model supports both quality practice and staff wellbeing, by providing protected time to focus on meaningful work with 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.
Jun 30, 2026
Seasonal
Our client Knowsley Borough council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Child protection (no court work) team. Duty 1:8 weeks and transfer at first hearing so SWs are not carrying court work which is unusual in a CP team. Our service offers a structured and positive working model, where Social Workers undertake duty on a 1 in 8-week rota. During duty weeks, newly allocated cases are progressed up to first hearing, after which they are transferred on for proceedings. This approach enables Social Workers to focus on timely decision-making and effective intervention, while maintaining sustainable caseloads. Outside of duty weeks, Social Workers have 7 weeks dedicated to working with families, allowing them to: Complete assessments thoroughly Ensure children and families access the right level of support and intervention Safeguard and manage CIN and CP cases effectively This model supports both quality practice and staff wellbeing, by providing protected time to focus on meaningful work with 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.
