Social Worker - Child Protection - Kent (Folkestone)

Added 09/11/2026

An experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker is sought to join a Child Protection team in Folkestone, Kent. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families by promoting safety, stability and positive outcomes through effective social work practice. You will manage a varied caseload involving children who may be at risk of significant harm. Your responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, contributing to strategy discussions, preparing and implementing child protection plans, and completing statutory visits and reviews within required timescales. You will work closely with children, parents, carers and wider professionals to understand individual circumstances, identify...

Social Worker - Child in care - Kent (Ashford)

Added 11/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a child in care team in Ashford, Kent. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people who are unable to live with their birth families, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and long-term development remain at the heart of your work. You will manage a varied caseload of children in care, completing high-quality assessments and reviews, developing and implementing care plans, and ensuring that each child’s voice, wishes and feelings are fully considered. You will work closely with foster carers, residential homes, families, schools,...

Social Worker - Child in Need and Child Protection - Croydon

Added 11/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified and committed Social Worker to join a Child in Need and Child Protection service in Croydon. 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 and work with families where children may be experiencing neglect, abuse or other significant safeguarding concerns. You will complete high-quality assessments, develop clear plans and undertake purposeful direct work with children and their families. Your responsibilities will include carrying out statutory visits, preparing reports, contributing to child protection conferences and participating...

Social Worker - UASC Team - South Kent - (Up to £38 p/h)

Added 06/11/2026

Join our dedicated UASC (Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children) Team in South Kent as a Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable young individuals. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled professional to provide holistic assessments, develop care plans, and ensure the safety and well-being of unaccompanied minors. This role offers a competitive pay rate of up to £38 per hour, commensurate with experience. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of the needs and risks faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Providing ongoing support...

Children's SW - CSW Team - Kent

Added 13/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a busy children’s services team in Kent. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by promoting their safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes. You will manage a varied caseload involving children in need, child protection, looked-after children and care leavers. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, developing and reviewing care plans, undertaking statutory visits, contributing to child protection enquiries and preparing clear, analytical reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings. You will work in partnership with children, parents, carers and...

Children's SW - CWD Team - Kent

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a Children with Disabilities (CWD) team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people with disabilities, helping them achieve positive outcomes and ensuring their voices, wishes and feelings remain at the centre of all decisions. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments, contributing to care planning and undertaking regular reviews. You will work in partnership with children, parents, carers and professionals to identify needs, agree appropriate support and promote children’s safety, wellbeing and development. The role will include safeguarding activity,...

Children's SW - UASC Team - Kent

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a specialist team supporting Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC). This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people who have arrived in the UK without a parent or suitable adult, helping them to feel safe, secure and supported as they begin to rebuild their lives. You will hold and manage a caseload of UASC, completing comprehensive assessments and developing effective care plans in line with statutory requirements. You will work closely with foster carers, residential homes, education providers, health professionals, legal representatives, immigration services and other...

Children's SW - CSW Team - Kent

Added 06/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a Child in Need and Child Protection team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by providing purposeful, relationship-based social work that promotes safety, stability and positive outcomes. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments and developing clear, outcome-focused plans in partnership with children, parents, carers and other professionals. Your responsibilities will include responding to safeguarding concerns, undertaking statutory visits, contributing to strategy discussions and child protection conferences, and progressing plans for children in need or at risk...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Isle of Wight

Added 03/11/2026

Are you an experienced social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? The Isle of Wight is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Child Protection Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that prioritizes the safety and well-being of vulnerable children while supporting their families through challenging times. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be responsible for a range of duties, including: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing effective care plans in partnership with families...

Social Worker - Child Protection - Nottinghamshire

Added 31/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Child Protection team in Nottinghamshire. In this vital role, you will work to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, ensuring their safety and well-being in various challenging situations. You will collaborate with families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies to provide effective support and intervention, making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and families in need of support. Working closely with children, parents, and caregivers to understand their needs...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection - Leicestershire (Loughborough)

Added 30/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Child Protection team in Loughborough, Leicestershire. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families in our community. As a Senior Social Worker, you will lead assessments, develop intervention plans, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide the highest quality of care and support. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families in need of support. Developing and implementing tailored intervention plans that address the unique needs of each case. Managing a caseload effectively, ensuring timely...

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Wakefield

Added 22/10/2026

Are you a passionate and experienced social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? Wakefield's Child Protection Team is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in safeguarding vulnerable children and ensuring their well-being within the community. Your expertise will be pivotal in assessing risks, developing care plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote positive outcomes for children and their families. As a Senior Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to...

Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Bolton

Added 20/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Child Protection Team in Bolton. As a vital member of our team, you will work collaboratively with families, children, and other professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable children. Your role will involve conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and providing ongoing support to families in crisis. Key responsibilities include: Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with families and other stakeholders. Providing direct support and guidance to families, ensuring they have access to necessary...

Child Protection Co-ordinator - Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Team - Salford

Added 13/11/2026

An experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker is sought to join a Child Protection, Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Team in a key practice-focused role. As Child Protection Co-ordinator, you will help promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people by supporting high standards of safeguarding practice across services. You will co-ordinate and contribute to child protection activity, providing professional advice and guidance to social work teams and partner agencies. The role will involve reviewing and monitoring safeguarding arrangements, identifying areas of risk, and ensuring that concerns are responded to promptly and effectively. You will support the planning and...

Team Manager - Child Protection - Plymouth

Added 10/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Team Manager to lead a Child Protection social work team in Plymouth. This is an opportunity to play a key role in improving outcomes for children and families, ensuring that safeguarding practice is effective, consistent and focused on the child’s needs. You will provide strong professional leadership to a team of qualified social workers, offering supervision, guidance and support in complex and high-risk cases. You will oversee the quality of assessments, plans and interventions, ensuring that work is completed in line with statutory requirements, relevant legislation and professional standards. The role will involve...