PERMChildren's SW - Specialist Exploitation Team - Redbridge

Added 06/11/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children? Redbridge is seeking a qualified Children's Social Worker to join our Specialist Exploitation Team. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with vulnerable children and families, providing support and intervention to prevent exploitation and safeguard their wellbeing. As a Children's Social Worker in the Specialist Exploitation Team, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments to identify the needs and risks of children at risk of exploitation. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals....

PERMChildren's SW - Pre & Post Birth Team - Redbridge

Added 06/11/2026

A permanent opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a dedicated Pre- and Post-Birth Team. The role focuses on safeguarding unborn babies, infants and young children, supporting families where there are concerns about parenting capacity, domestic abuse, substance misuse, neglect, mental health or other factors that may affect a child’s safety and development. You will undertake high-quality assessments and develop clear, evidence-based plans that promote the welfare of children and support positive outcomes for families. Responsibilities will include completing pre-birth assessments, contributing to child protection enquiries and conferences, preparing reports for court where required, and undertaking...

Children's Local Authority Designated Officer - Redbridge

Added 06/11/2026

An experienced and highly motivated social work professional is required to undertake the role of Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO), supporting the effective management of allegations concerning adults who work with children. This is a key safeguarding position, providing advice, consultation and oversight to ensure that concerns are handled promptly, fairly and in line with statutory guidance and local procedures. You will receive and assess referrals relating to people who work or volunteer with children, determine whether the threshold for LADO involvement has been met, and advise on appropriate next steps. You will coordinate and chair strategy discussions, allegations management...

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 SSW - CIN/CP/LAC Team - London Borough of Ealing

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children team in London. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by promoting safety, stability and positive outcomes. You will manage a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, developing purposeful plans and reviewing progress in line with statutory requirements. Your responsibilities will include completing child and family assessments, contributing to strategy discussions, undertaking child protection enquiries, preparing reports for conferences and court, and implementing effective safeguarding plans. Working with children in care, you will...

Children's SSW - Single Point of Access Team - Reading

Added 09/11/2026

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Single Point of Access team. This is a key front-door role, responsible for responding to referrals, identifying children and families who may require support, and ensuring that safeguarding concerns are assessed promptly and appropriately. You will undertake proportionate screening and initial assessments, gather and analyse information from families and professionals, and make sound decisions about the most appropriate response. This may include providing advice, signposting to early help, arranging immediate protective action, or progressing referrals for statutory social work intervention. You will work closely with...

Children's SSW - CIC Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Children in Care (CIC) team. You will work with children and young people who are looked after, supporting them to achieve positive outcomes and experience safe, stable and nurturing care. As a Children’s Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload and undertake high-quality assessments, care planning and statutory visits. You will develop effective relationships with children, young people, parents, carers and wider family members, ensuring that their views, wishes and feelings remain central to all decisions. You will regularly review care plans, monitor placements and...

Children's SSW - CWD Team - Barnet

Added 06/11/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Barnet's Children’s Social Work Team, focusing on Children with Disabilities (CWD), is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality support and intervention to children with disabilities and their families, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing tailored care plans for children with disabilities. Collaborating with families, educators, and other professionals to create a supportive...

Children's SSW - Assessment & Intervention Team - Barnet

Added 06/11/2026

Join our dedicated Assessment & Intervention Team in Barnet as a Children's Social Worker (SSW) and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. As a vital member of our team, you will engage with children and families to assess their needs, provide support, and implement effective interventions to promote well-being and safety. Your expertise will help us ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing environment. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of children and families. Developing and implementing intervention plans tailored to individual circumstances. Collaborating...

Children's SSW - High Demand Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a high-demand team supporting children, young people and their families across Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional who is committed to safeguarding, improving outcomes and ensuring that children’s voices remain central to all planning and decision-making. You will manage a varied caseload involving children and young people with diverse needs, including those requiring support under child in need, child protection and care proceedings arrangements. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, identifying risk, developing effective care plans and reviewing progress regularly. You will work closely with...

Children's SSW - Family Help Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help Team supporting children, young people and their families across Suffolk. This is an opportunity to contribute to a strengths-based service that works alongside families to improve outcomes, promote stability and ensure children are safe, healthy and able to thrive. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments, developing purposeful plans and reviewing progress in partnership with children, parents, carers and other professionals. You will work collaboratively to identify strengths, address risks at the earliest opportunity and coordinate effective support. Where necessary, you will contribute...

Children's SSW - Family Help Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help Team supporting children, young people and their families to achieve positive and lasting change. This is a rewarding role for an experienced practitioner who is committed to early intervention, relationship-based practice and improving outcomes for children. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments and developing effective plans with families, children and partner agencies. You will work collaboratively to identify strengths, risks and support needs, ensuring that children’s voices remain central to all decision-making. The role will involve providing purposeful intervention, reviewing progress...

Children's SSW - CIC/Leaving Care Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a dedicated Children in Care and Leaving Care Team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people who are looked after, helping them achieve stability, improve their outcomes and prepare positively for adulthood. You will manage a varied caseload of children in care and care leavers, ensuring their needs are assessed, their voices are heard and their plans are regularly reviewed. Your responsibilities will include completing statutory visits, preparing and reviewing care plans, contributing to permanence planning, supporting placement stability and working proactively to...

Children's SSW - High Demand Team - Suffolk

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Children’s Social Worker to join a high-demand team supporting children, young people and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional who is committed to improving outcomes, safeguarding children and delivering purposeful, child-centred social work. You will manage a varied caseload involving children and young people who may require support through child in need, child protection, care proceedings or looked-after children services. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, developing effective plans, undertaking statutory visits, preparing reports and maintaining accurate, timely records. You will work closely with children, families, schools,...

Children's SSW - Safeguarding Team - Achieving for Children

Added 05/11/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Achieving for Children is seeking a dedicated and skilled Children's Social Worker (SSW) to join our Safeguarding Team. In this vital role, you will work collaboratively with children, families, and multi-agency partners to ensure the safety, well-being, and positive development of vulnerable children in our community. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs and risks faced by children and families. Developing and implementing tailored intervention plans to support children and promote their welfare. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance...