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We are seeking an experienced and motivated qualified social worker to join a Family Support Team in Central Bedfordshire as an Assistant Team Manager/Practice Manager. This is an opportunity to provide strong practice leadership while helping children, young people and families achieve positive and lasting outcomes.

You will support the Team Manager with the day-to-day operation of the service, contributing to effective workflow management, performance monitoring and the delivery of high-quality statutory social work. You will provide guidance, supervision and professional support to social workers and family support practitioners, promoting reflective practice and ensuring that interventions are purposeful, proportionate and focused on children’s safety and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities will include supporting the allocation and oversight of cases, reviewing assessments and plans, contributing to quality assurance activity and ensuring that records are accurate, timely and compliant with relevant legislation and professional standards. You will work collaboratively with children, parents, carers and partner agencies, contributing to child protection processes, looked-after children reviews, court work and multi-agency planning where required.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have substantial post-qualifying experience in children and families social care, with a sound understanding of safeguarding, child protection, assessment frameworks and relevant statutory duties. Experience of supervising practitioners, supporting complex casework and contributing to service improvement would be highly desirable.

You will be a confident communicator with strong organisational, analytical and decision-making skills. The role requires a compassionate, resilient and solution-focused approach, together with the ability to manage competing priorities and provide constructive challenge. A commitment to strengths-based, relationship-focused practice and improving outcomes for children and families is essential.

This role offers the chance to contribute to a supportive and ambitious team while developing your leadership and practice expertise. Candidates must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post and undertake relevant pre-employment checks.

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:

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess the following qualifications and skills:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and access to employee wellness programs. Join us in making a difference in the lives of families in Barking, and help us create a safer and more supportive environment for children and their caregivers. If you are passionate about social work and committed to safeguarding, we encourage you to apply today!

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:

To be considered for this role, you must possess a recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent), and be registered with Social Work England. A minimum of three years of post-qualifying experience in child protection and family support is essential. You should also demonstrate strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment and a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and employee well-being programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of families in Lewisham.