Childrens Social Worker - Independent Reviewing Officer - Gateshead

Added 10/11/2026

An experienced Children’s Social Worker is required to undertake an Independent Reviewing Officer role within a busy children’s services environment. This is an opportunity to help ensure that children and young people who are looked after receive safe, effective and timely care planning, with their welfare, voice and individual needs at the centre of every decision. You will chair statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring that plans remain purposeful, outcomes-focused and compliant with relevant legislation, regulations and guidance. You will provide independent challenge to those involved in a child’s care, monitor progress against agreed actions, and escalate concerns where...

Children's SW - Safeguarding / CP Team - Worcestershire

Added 04/11/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? Worcestershire County Council is seeking a qualified Children's Social Worker to join our dynamic Safeguarding and Child Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive environment committed to the welfare and protection of vulnerable children. As a Children's Social Worker in our Safeguarding/CP Team, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective intervention plans to ensure the safety and well-being of children....

Children's SW - Child Focused Courts Team - Worcestershire

Added 04/11/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dynamic Children's SW - Child Focused Courts Team in Worcestershire, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children. In this position, you will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload, conducting assessments, and developing tailored care plans that prioritize the needs and voices of children. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating the complexities of child-focused court proceedings, working collaboratively with families, legal representatives, and multi-agency partners. Your key responsibilities will...

Children's IRO - Worcestershire

Added 28/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our team in Worcestershire. This pivotal role involves ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard and that their best interests are at the forefront of all decision-making processes. As an IRO, you will be responsible for chairing reviews, monitoring care plans, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, while promoting the welfare and rights of children in care. Your key responsibilities will include: Chairing statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring that their views and feelings are central to the process. Monitoring the...

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Child in care and care leavers Team - Staffordshire

Added 09/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker or Senior Practitioner to join a Child in Care and Care Leavers team, supporting children and young people to achieve positive, lasting outcomes. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by promoting stability, safeguarding, and successful transitions into adulthood. You will manage a varied caseload of children in care and care leavers, completing high-quality assessments, care planning and reviews. You will develop effective relationships with children, young people, carers, families and partner agencies, ensuring that their voices, wishes and feelings remain central to all decisions. You will also contribute to permanence...

Children’s Social Care Head of Service - Safeguarding (Grade 5)

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Service to lead Safeguarding within Children’s Social Care. This is a senior leadership role for a qualified social worker who can provide strategic direction, professional leadership and operational oversight across safeguarding services. You will play a key role in ensuring children and young people receive timely, effective and consistently high-quality support. You will lead, manage and develop safeguarding teams, promoting a strong culture of practice excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities will include overseeing child protection activity, managing complex and high-risk cases, ensuring effective partnership working, and maintaining robust...

Social Worker / Advance Practitioner - LAC & Permanency, Care Planning Team - Brent

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker to join a Children Looked After (LAC) and Permanency Care Planning Team. This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to children and young people by securing safe, stable and nurturing care arrangements that meet their individual needs and long-term aspirations. You will manage a varied caseload of children looked after, completing high-quality assessments, care planning and statutory reviews. You will work closely with children, young people, parents, carers and wider family networks to ensure that their wishes and feelings inform decision-making. Responsibilities will include progressing permanence plans, undertaking...

Children Social Worker - Care and support Team - Powys

Added 06/11/2026

An experienced Children’s Social Worker is required to join a Care and Support Team, providing high-quality support to children, young people and their families. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by promoting children’s safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes through effective assessment, planning and intervention. You will manage a varied caseload involving children and young people who may require support under relevant safeguarding and social care legislation. Your responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, preparing and reviewing care and support plans, contributing to child protection enquiries and conferences, and making informed decisions that place the child’s needs at the...

Senior Social Worker - Children In Care - Wakefield

Added 22/10/2026

Wakefield is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Care team. This pivotal role involves working collaboratively with children, families, and various stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for children in care. As a Senior Social Worker, you will provide guidance and support to junior staff while managing a complex caseload, ensuring that all interventions are child-centered and evidence-based. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals. Providing supervision and support to...

Senior Social Worker - Children in Care - Wakefield

Added 21/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children in Care team in Wakefield. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a complex caseload, providing high-quality assessments and interventions, and working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children in care. Key responsibilities include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with children, families,...

Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding - (Kingston & Richmond)

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Social Worker to join a safeguarding service supporting children, young people and families across Kingston and Richmond. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker who is passionate about protecting children, promoting positive outcomes and delivering effective, strengths-based practice. In this role, you will manage a complex caseload involving children who may be at risk of harm or neglect. You will undertake assessments, develop and review plans, contribute to child protection enquiries and participate in strategy discussions, reviews and multi-agency meetings. You will work closely with children, families, schools, health...

Senior Social Worker - Support and Safeguarding Team - Wakefield

Added 05/11/2026

Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Support and Safeguarding Team. This pivotal role is designed for a passionate individual who is committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. As a Senior Social Worker, you will lead and mentor a team of social workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality support services while promoting best practices in safeguarding. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals....

Social Worker - Contextual safeguarding team - Southampton

Added 31/10/2026

Join our dynamic Contextual Safeguarding Team in Southampton as a Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in promoting the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community. You will work collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to identify risks and implement effective interventions that ensure the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. Your expertise will be vital in assessing needs, creating care plans, and facilitating access to necessary services. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of children and families. Developing, implementing, and reviewing care plans in collaboration with families...

Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding - Barking

Added 31/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding team in Barking. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding children and supporting families in crisis. Your expertise will contribute to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families within our community. You will work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including schools, healthcare providers, and local authorities, to ensure comprehensive support and intervention strategies are in place. Key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments to determine the needs of children and families. Developing and implementing tailored support plans for families in need. Providing...

Senior Social Worker - Family Safeguarding & Support Team - Lewisham

Added 30/10/2026

Join our dedicated Family Safeguarding & Support Team in Lewisham as a Senior Social Worker. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading and managing complex cases involving families in need of support. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring the safety and well-being of children while promoting positive outcomes for families. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, providing guidance and support to junior social workers and contributing to the development of best practices within the department. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families, identifying risks and needs. Developing and implementing...