Adult social worker jobs in United Kingdom

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Support Worker to join our team. MALE SUPPORT WORKERS ONLY. \n The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to providing high-quality care to a Person We Support who has Severe Autism, ADHD and verbal Challenging Behaviour. This role involves supporting this Young Adult to go cycling, accompanying him to his football training & football matches, and also going to the gym with him. You are to ensure his safety and well-being at all times. \n Duties & Tasks \n\n • Maintain a safe environment\n, • Support with difficult social situations\n, • Support with making good habits and choices\n, • Support to attend appointments with professionals involved in his care and advocate for his needs.\n, • Support to attend various recreational activities like gym, football and cycling\n, • Support with shopping, meal planning and budgeting\n, • Emotional and practical support\n, • Support to respond when in crisis or anxious / offer reassurance and support\n\n Qualifications \n\n • Previous experience with Autism, ADHD or Challenging Behaviour is highly desirable.\n, • Certification in Oliver McGowan Training preferred but not essential; training may be provided.\n, • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both the Person We Support and family members.\n, • A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.\n, • Ability to manage challenging behaviours with vulnerable people and understanding.\n\n If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Support Worker. \n Benefits: \n\n • Casual dress\n, • Company pension\n, • Flexitime\n\n Physical Setting: \n\n • Supported Living Home\n, • Out in the community\n\n Shift: \n\n • Day shifts\n, • Flexible start times\n, • 4-8 hour shifts\n\n Work days: \n\n • Shifts available Monday to Sunday\n\n Language: \n\n • English (preferred)\n

Why Southwark? \n Could your professional expertise help prevent homelessness, strengthen recovery, and change the future for residents facing some of life’s most complex challenges? \n Do you believe that the right housing support, delivered at the right time, can help someone regain stability, maintain their independence and build a more secure future? \n If yes, we have a great opportunity for you! \n We are looking for an experienced professional to join us as a Mental Health and Housing Coordination Officer - a unique role at the heart of the partnership between housing, Adult Social Care, NHS mental health services and the voluntary sector. \n About the Role: \n At Southwark Council, we believe housing and mental health cannot be considered separately. A safe and secure home is fundamental to wellbeing, recovery and independence. \n This is an opportunity to use your social work expertise and Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) experience to create meaningful change. You will help shape how services respond to residents with complex mental health needs, ensuring people receive coordinated support that prevents crisis, protects tenancies and achieves sustainable housing outcomes. \n Working across one of London’s most diverse and dynamic boroughs, you will influence practice, strengthen partnerships and help deliver better outcomes for residents. \n This is a role where your decisions will have a direct impact - helping people maintain their homes, avoid crisis, and move towards greater independence. \n What You'll Be Doing \n You will act as a key professional link between housing and mental health services, bringing together expertise, resources and support to achieve positive outcomes for residents. \n You will: \n\n • Lead coordinated responses across housing, Adult Social Care, NHS mental health services and voluntary sector partners to support residents with complex needs.\n, • Work with residents experiencing mental health challenges where housing stability, safeguarding and risk management require a joined-up approach.\n, • Support key points in a resident’s journey, including hospital discharge, crisis intervention, tenancy breakdown and homelessness prevention.\n, • Apply your social work expertise to ensure housing decisions are person-centred, trauma-informed, legally robust and focused on recovery and independence.\n, • Undertake statutory responsibilities associated with your AMHP status, including Mental Health Act assessments and related decision-making.\n, • Use professional judgement when balancing risk, safeguarding, capacity and individual rights.\n, • Develop practical housing solutions that enable residents to access and sustain safe accommodation.\n, • Identify risks early and intervene proactively to prevent homelessness.\n, • Work creatively with partners to overcome barriers, secure appropriate housing options and reduce reliance on temporary accommodation.\n, • Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues on mental health, safeguarding, statutory responsibilities and effective practice.\n, • Contribute to improving pathways between housing, health and social care services.\n\n This role offers genuine professional autonomy. You will not simply manage cases - you will influence systems, strengthen partnerships and help shape how services work together for residents. \n What We're Looking For \n We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with current professional registration and Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) status who is passionate about improving outcomes for residents with complex mental health needs. \n You will bring: \n\n • Experience supporting people with complex mental health needs, safeguarding concerns, risk and housing-related challenges.\n, • The confidence to make sound professional decisions in complex and high-pressure situations.\n, • A strong understanding of homelessness prevention, tenancy sustainment, and housing pathways.\n, • The ability to identify risks early and take effective action to prevent housing instability.\n, • Experience developing practical, outcome-focused plans that help people secure and maintain accommodation.\n, • Strong partnership-working skills, with the ability to influence others and bring services together around shared goals.\n, • A creative, solution-focused approach and the determination to find positive outcomes in challenging circumstances.\n\n You will be someone who understands that housing is more than a service - it is a foundation for recovery, independence, and wellbeing. You will combine professional expertise with compassion, resilience, and a commitment to making a lasting difference. \n For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. \n Contact Information: \n To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact our dedicating Housing Needs inbox via email at .uk \n Additional Information \n\n • Working hours: 36 hours per week\n, • Location: 25 Bournemouth Road, Peckham, London, SE15 4UJ\n, • Type of contract: Permanent\n\n Benefits and more information: \n https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/ \n Recruitment Timeline: \n Advert close date: 11:59pm on Friday 14th August 2026 \n Shortlisting date/s: 17th - 19th August 2026 \n Interview date/s: Week commencing 7th September 2026 \n The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands

Adult’s Senior Occupational Therapist, Autism Service, North LondonPay rate £51735 - £54843 Permanent role, Local Authority Social CarePertemps are recruiting for an experienced Adult’s Occupational Therapist in North London.This is to work within the Autism ServiceRole Purpose:\n\n • To provide advice and support to OT’s OTA’s and Trusted Assessors in the team on\n, • casework relating to adults and children requiring OT Services.\n, • To provide advice and guidance on the commissioning of services for the provision of\n, • adaptations and equipment to promote the independence of citizens.\n, • To provide professional advice and information to Social Care Teams and Harrow\n, • Adaptations and facilities/Repair Team (HART).\n, • To support the OT Team Manager by deputising in their absence and / or to act as Duty\n, • Manager when needed.\n, • To chair Professional Meetings including acting as Safeguarding Adults Manager for\n, • Safeguarding Enquiries.\n, • To supervise the OT on duty so that incoming concerns and requests are acted upon in a timely and appropriate manner according to risk and allocate cases according to the\n, • priority need.\n, • To record actions and decisions in a clear, concise and robust way on the electronic\n, • recording system.\n, • To manage complex cases including where there are moving and handling issues,\n, • liaising with both internal and external colleagues as appropriate.\n, • To provide professional supervision of up to four OT’s and Trusted Assessors. Possibility\n, • of supervision of an OT student when on placement.\n, • To carry out joint visits with colleagues when required and direct observation of practice\n, • providing feedback in a constructive manner.\nPlease get in touch for more information.This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:-\n\n, • A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to\n, • An easy registration process (all done online)\n, • Referral schemes and incentives\n, • Ongoing compliance managed for you\n, • Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more.\nPlease contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information. We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager

Were currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join an Adult Locality Mental Health Team in Hounslow. Team: Adult Locality Mental Health Team Contract: Initial 3-6month assignment Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Location: Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Middlesex, TW3 3EB Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum of 2 days per week on-site (subject to service needs) Essential Requirements Minimum of 2 years experience working within an Adult Mental Health team in a Local Authority setting Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Safeguarding, and Mental Capacity Assessments Experience using the Liquidlogic case management system Social Work qualification and current registration Additional Information Council IT equipment will be provided and must be collected in person from Hounslow House on your first day. Hybrid working is available, although attendance in the office may increase depending on service demand. If youre available or would like to find out more, simply apply to this advert for more info. Wed be happy to discuss the role and help you secure your next contract. We look forward to hearing from you! \n Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on or email Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n \n Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Our client, Redbridge Council is seeking an agency Team Manager for its Award-Winning Reach Out Domestic Abuse Service. \n \n This post will last at least 3 months. \n \n The pay rate is £45.20 per hour. \n \n Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? \n \n \n The role will involve the following: \n\n • We are seeking a passionate social work manager who wants to make a significant difference to family's lives. \n, • This role will have lead operational responsibility for managing the Reach Out team which includes the Open Up behaviour Change team. \n, • Reach Out work across key departments such as children’s and adults social care and are Redbridge Council’s front door for individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse.\n, • The service operates borough-wide, supporting households with and without children. \n, • Reach Out is part of the Families First for Children pathfinders programme; the Team Manager role is instrumental at solutioning problems and improving outcomes for adult and child survivors of abuse.\n, • Hybrid working\n\n \n \n Requirements of the role: \n\n • Qualified Social Worker\n, • Fully Social Work England registered\n, • 3 years post-qualified experience in employment of a local authority (DFE rules)\n, • You will need to be an experienced manager\n, • You must have a strong and demonstrable understanding of domestic abuse and the Safe and Together practice model\n\n \n Please contact apply online or contact Lindsey Morgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed.Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Your new company Are you passionate about social justice and housing? Do you have a background in the Social Housing sector as a Housing Officer? If so, we have an opportunity for you! We are currently supporting Nacro with their recruitment for a Housing Support worker in South London. Your new role We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join the Nacro team in South London to cover sickness. The main focus of this role is to provide support to residents by creating person-centred support plans. You will meet with residents, discuss support needs and how you can support them to meet their objectives, complete Support and Safety Plans, work with Community Probation Practitioners and Court Staff to best support our residents. You will also need to be able to help residents with applying for Housing Benefits and paying rent etc. To ensure our properties are meeting expected standards in terms of repair and cleanliness, you will need a sharp attention to detail to ensure that the houses are clean, tidy and all repairs are reported and actioned. You will be allocated a number of properties to manage, working as part of a larger team to deliver the service across your region. To achieve this, you will need to have access to your own vehicle and have business insurance. Please note that this role is NOT a personal care role. Working Hours: 35 hours per week, shift patterns and flexibility will be discussed during your interview. The provision of the contract is between 08:00 and 22:00 Monday-Friday and Saturday 09.00 -17:00 on a rolling rotational basis. What you'll need to succeed Due to the nature of this role, candidates with experience within social housing and knowledge of Support Planning and welfare benefits/universal credit, will have an advantage in terms of transferable skills. The role is subject to Enhanced Adult DBS and a HMPPS Barring checks. If you already have this level of DBS on the update service, please let us know upon registration. What you'll get in return As mentioned above, this is a sickness cover role, but this is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and start your career with Nacro! You will also receive weekly pay at a rate of £18.26 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Central Recruitment is working with an organisation that provides supported housing and living services to vulnerable adults suffering from mental health conditions and homelessness. Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work in the South East London area at a service that provides support to individuals with complex and multiple needs, including mental health and substance misuse. 45 hours per week Shifts: Monday - Sunday (rota basis), 08:00 – 18:00, there is a requirement to work every other weekend Temporary: approx. 2-3 months £16.59 per hour (£14.80 per hour, with £1.79 holiday pay) This is an excellent opportunity to support adults with complex needs on their pathway to independence. Key responsibilities: Hold a caseload of key clients and work with them to develop an agreed, person-centred support plan Support and encourage residents to engage in social, educational, and leisure activities Assist and encourage residents to maintain their rooms in a clean and safe condition Monitor and supervise the health and wellbeing of residents at agreed intervals Monitor concordance of prescribed medication and alert care providers of any concerns and report any changes or relapse indicators Work in close partnership with external agencies and update them of changes in resident wellbeing Carry out regular wellbeing checks and ensure only authorised persons enter the building Ensure that any emergencies/incidents are dealt with in line with policies and procedures Understand the legislation and guidance relating to the health and welfare of residents Participate in a duty rota that meets the needs of the service What we’re looking for: Experience supporting residents with mental health needs and working in a supported housing setting Knowledge and understanding of issues related to alcohol and substance abuse Experience compiling SMART action plans Experience using appropriate techniques to work with challenging behaviours Ability to compile comprehensive assessments including risk assessments Knowledge of health and social care legislation Ability to apply the principals of adult safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults Understanding of welfare benefits Ability to identify residents' strengths and address problem behaviours IT skills necessary to compile correspondence and reports Desirable: Ability to cook when required Further requirements: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: Current valid right to work in the UK Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process How to apply: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position

Residential Project Worker (As and When)Are you ready to be part of something new and exciting? Barnardo's is thrilled to introduce, The Whistlestop in Randalstown and Willowgrove in Banbridge. These are both residential short breaks homes. We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team of Residential Project Workers . If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities and would like to be part of these gold-standard services please read onAs an As-And-When Residential Project Worker, you will play a valuable role at the centre of our team in supporting and caring for children and young people accessing the service. Your time will be spent working closely with the children, ensuring they have a safe and enjoyable experience during their stay with us.Part of the role will include sleep ins and waking night shifts, so this will be something you can embrace and bring energy to.Do you have the following:Experience of working with children and young people?Experience of working within safeguarding policy and procedures?A full driving licence and able to drive, or be able to demonstrate how you meet the mobility requirements of the role?Could this be the next step in your career path?Apply online today,When completing your application please refer to your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification and Job Description document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.Applicants must be registered with the NI Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register by appointment.The successful candidate will also be required to undertake enhanced Child and Adult barred AccessNI check.Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possiblePay & Reward Framework We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's? values . We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our? People & Culture ?Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.Benefits Workplace Offer: What it means for youOur hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.Barnardo's require colleagues to be UK residents, based in the UK and to complete their roles from within the UK (with the exception of colleagues providing Barnardo's services in Jersey and colleagues who live in the Republic of Ireland providing services in Northern Ireland)Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rataThe ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave schemeA host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave optionsService related sick pay from day 1Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contributionDeath in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal PensionCycle2work schemeInterest free season ticket loansDiscounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal20% discount at Barnardo's storesOpportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etcFree access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and supportAccess to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer*T&C's apply based on contractAbout Barnardo's We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.TPBN1_UKTJ

Locum Social Worker Pay Rate: Ranging from £25- £45 per hour (PAYE & Umbrella)Location: Multiple locations across ScotlandContract Type: Locum Social Work OpportunitiesDuration: Flexible contracts available (initially 3- with extension potential)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am5pm (varies by assignment)About the Ro le: 21 Health & Social Care are recruiting experienced and dedicated Social Workers for a range of locum opportunities across Scotland. We are currently recruiting for positions within: Adult ServicesChildren and Families ServicesAdult Learning Disabilities TeamsMental Health ServicesHospital Discharge and Community TeamsChild Protection and Safeguarding TeamsThroughcare and Aftercare ServicesJustice Social Work ServicesThese opportunities are available with local authorities and health and social care partnerships throughout Scotland.To be considered for these roles, you must be a qualified Social Worker registered in Scotland with a minimum of 1 years' post-qualification experience.Key Responsibilities: Delivering statutory social work services in accordance with Scottish legislation and guidance.Undertaking assessments, support planning, and reviews.Managing complex caseloads and delivering person-centred interventions.Completing safeguarding and protection work, including Adult Support and Protection and Child Protection responsibilities.Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.Supporting individuals, children, families, and carers to achieve positive outcomes.Preparing reports and attending case conferences, reviews, and court proceedings where required.Promoting strengths-based practice and ensuring compliance with local authority policies and procedures.Requirements: Recognised social work qualification, such as a BA/BSc (Hons) in Social Work, a postgraduate qualification in Social Work (e.g. an MSc or PgDip in Social Work), or the Diploma in Social Work (DipSW).Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).PVG Disclosure (or willingness to obtain one).Minimum of 1 years post-qualification social work experience.Experience within Adults, Children and Families, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, or related statutory services.Strong knowledge of relevant Scottish legislation and safeguarding procedures.Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills.Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.Benefits Competitive pay rates of up to £45 per hour.Opportunities available across multiple locations throughout Scotland.Flexible contract lengths to suit your availability and preferences.Opportunities within a wide range of social work specialisms.Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.Weekly payrollOpportunities for contract extensions and long-term placementsWhy Work with 21 Health & Social Care? At 21 Health & Social Care, we specialise in connecting experienced professionals with high-quality opportunities across Scotland. Our experienced team comes from health and social care backgrounds, giving us a genuine understanding of the sector and the professionals who work within it. We provide a personalised, supportive recruitment service and are committed to helping you find the right opportunity across Scotland.TPBN1_UKTJ

Role: Refuge Worker Based: Lewisham – 2 houses close to each other Rate: £15 ph PAYE or £19.50 ph UMB Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 35 hours per week Our client, a specialist Domestic Violence charity, is looking to recruit a Refuge Worker responsible for providing high-quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in their refuges. Synopsis of duties: Providing practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse Caseload of 4 clients (maybe 1 or 2 more occasionally to cover annual leave) Conducting key work sessions regularly and keeping casework records up to date Be present at the refuge when contractors attend, homegroup, pest control, water checks, cleaner, etc, accompany them to all the rooms when required Carry out CCTV Checks daily, H&S checks daily, weekly or monthly checks on all the floors Carry out evacuation(monthly), fire drills (monthly) and fire alarm testing (weekly) Be onsite to monitor and sign in guests, e.g. health visitors, social workers, etc Have face-to-face sessions with residents weekly Help residents complete most forms, sometimes housing applications, etc which is time-consuming Report housing maintenance issues following checks Attend to women on an ad-hoc basis Provide cleaning products, etc Keep on top of service charges and rent arrears, and ensure residents are paying monthly when their benefits come in, you may need to check evidence of this monthly Attend appointments, GP, court hearings, etc with clients Physically see the state of the house, i.e. to book work like gardening, broken furniture, etc any repairs Keep an inventory of outstanding items in-house, like cleaning products, pots, pans, emergency food, etc Distribute or unpack donations Prepare residents or houses for cultural events, e.g. Eid, giving out donations, putting posters around the house, celebrating with residents Carry out house meetings, H&S recording, or chasing Turn around voids, prepare rooms, or get maintenance, take referrals Physical presence at site, may need to attend to other sites Lone working sometimes when there is no site cover Take part in staff meetings and supervision meetings, sometimes offsiteEssential Requirements: Experience of working in a refuge Experience working with vulnerable adults and children, acknowledging safeguarding concerns, and responding appropriately Experience working with victims of domestic abuse in a professional capacity Enhanced Child and Adult workforce DBS on the update service DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency

Locum Senior Social Worker Location: EdinburghRate: £35£45 per hourStart Date: ASAPWe are recruiting an experienced Locum Senior Social Worker / Team Manager to join an Adult Social Work Team within Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership (EHSCP). This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work professional to provide leadership, supervision, and operational management within a busy statutory adult services environment, supporting the delivery of person-centred, strengths-based practice through the Home First and Three Conversations models.Key Responsibilities Provide professional supervision, leadership, and support to a team of social work staff.Ensure staff have a clear understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and service expectations.Guide and oversee decision-making in line with legislation, eligibility criteria, funding frameworks, and best practice.Provide advice and guidance on relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and social work practice standards.Promote and support the delivery of the Three Conversations model across the service.Manage workload allocation, capacity, and service demand effectively.Ensure high-quality, person-centred assessments and interventions are delivered in accordance with statutory responsibilities.Work collaboratively with health, social care, and community partners to deliver integrated services.Respond to service enquiries, complaints, and concerns regarding service delivery.Authorise financial assistance and support packages within agreed frameworks and delegated authority limits.Monitor, audit, and improve service quality through quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.Support innovation and creative approaches to achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities.Identify staff learning and development needs and support professional growth through supervision, annual reviews, and performance management processes.Participate in recruitment, selection, and workforce development activities.Represent the Partnership at multi-agency meetings, forums, and community engagement events.Requirements Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, BA/MA Social Work or equivalent).Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).Significant post-qualifying experience within a statutory adult social work setting.Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or managing social work staff.Strong knowledge of Adult Support and Protection, Adults with Incapacity legislation, risk assessment, and risk management.Sound understanding of current social work practice, policy, and legislative frameworks.Excellent communication, negotiation, report-writing, and decision-making skills.Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Enhanced PVG Scheme Membership (or willingness to obtain).How to Apply If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please click "Apply". Alternatively, for more information and a detailed job description, contact Danielle Frame at 21 Health and Social Care.Interview Process Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Teams call or face-to-face meeting with 21HSC staff, followed by an interview with the hiring managers.About Us 21 Health and Social Care are a recruitment agency offering a variety of employment positions within the Health, Social Care, Voluntary, and Social Work sectors across Scotland. With over 20 years experience working within the Scottish market, we provide access to some of the best opportunities available, alongside unrivalled ongoing support and advice throughout your journey with us.21 HSC is operated by Qualified Social Workers and Social Care professionals and is a registered employer with the SSSC.21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer.TPBN1_UKTJ

Your new company Are you passionate about social justice and housing? Do you have a background in the Social Housing sector as a Housing Officer? If so, we have an opportunity for you! We are currently supporting Nacro with their recruitment for a Housing Support worker in Northwest London. Your new role We are seeking a Housing Support Worker to join the Nacro team in Northwest London (Harrow, Enfield, Barnet, Hillingdon & Hayes) on a temporary basis. The main focus of this role is to provide support to residents by creating person-centred support plans. You will meet with residents, discuss support needs and how you can support them to meet their objectives, complete Support and Safety Plans, work with Community Probation Practitioners and Court Staff to best support our residents. You will also need to be able to help residents with applying for Housing Benefits and paying rent etc. To ensure our properties are meeting expected standards in terms of repair and cleanliness you will need a sharp attention to detail to ensure that the houses are clean, tidy and all repairs are reported and actioned.You will be allocated a number of properties to manage, working as part of a larger team to deliver the service across your region. To achieve this, you will need to have access to your own vehicle and have business insurance. Please note that this role is NOT a personal care role. Working Hours: 35 hours per week, shift patterns and flexibility will be discussed during your interview. The provision of the contract is between 08:00 and 22:00 Monday-Friday and Saturday 09.00 -17:00 on a rolling rotational basis. What you'll need to succeed Due to the nature of this role, candidates with experience within social housing and knowledge of Support Planning and welfare benefits/universal credit, will have an advantage in terms of transferable skills. The role is subject to Enhanced Adult DBS and a HMPPS Barring checks. If you already have this level of DBS on the update service, please let us know upon registration. What you'll get in return As mentioned above, this is a temporary role for 3 months, with the potential for further extension. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door and start your career with Nacro! You will also receive weekly pay at a rate of £18.26 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Supported Living Service Manager (CQC Registered) & Deputy Supported Living Manager Mental Health | Learning Disabilities | Homeless Services Southall / Uxbridge, West London Supported Living Service Manager Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum Deputy Supported Living Manager Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Full Time | Permanent Help Launch a Brand-New Supported Living Service We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Supported Living Service Manager and Deputy Supported Living Manager to join a brand-new Supported Living service opening in the Southall / Uxbridge area of West London. This new service will support adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and individuals who have experienced homelessness, helping them develop the skills and confidence to live independently within the community. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a new service from the very beginning, creating a positive culture, recruiting and developing an outstanding team, and delivering high-quality, person-centred support that changes lives. Supported Living Service Manager Salary: Up to £55,000 As the Registered Service Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the operational and regulatory management of the service. You will lead the registration process with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), recruit and develop the staff team, build relationships with commissioners and local authorities, and ensure the service delivers outstanding support and achieves excellent regulatory outcomes. Key Responsibilities Register and manage the service with the CQC. Lead the successful mobilisation and launch of the new supported living service. Recruit, lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team. Ensure compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and all relevant legislation. Oversee safeguarding, governance, quality assurance and risk management. Develop person-centred support plans and positive risk management strategies. Monitor KPIs, audits, incidents and quality improvement plans. Manage budgets, staffing levels and service performance. Build excellent relationships with local authorities, NHS professionals, housing providers and external agencies. Promote independence, recovery and community integration for the people supported. Essential Experience We are looking for an experienced manager with a strong background in: Supported Living Services Mental Health Learning Disabilities Homeless Services or Housing Support Complex Needs Community-Based Adult Social Care You should also have: Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Service Manager. Experience managing CQC-regulated services. Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and adult social care legislation. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards). Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills. Deputy Supported Living Manager Salary: Up to £35,000 This role is ideal for an experienced Deputy Manager, Assistant Manager, Team Leader or Senior Support Worker looking to progress into senior management. Working alongside the Registered Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the service while ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance and staff performance. Key Responsibilities Support the Registered Manager with all operational responsibilities. Supervise, coach and develop support workers. Complete supervisions, appraisals and competency assessments. Support recruitment, induction and retention of staff. Carry out audits and quality monitoring. Assist with rota management and staffing. Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed. Support positive behaviour support and person-centred planning. Deputise for the Registered Manager when required. Essential Experience Applicants should have experience supporting adults with: Mental Health Needs Learning Disabilities Homelessness Complex Needs Challenging Behaviour Community-Based Support Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader, Senior Support Worker or Assistant Manager within Supported Living or Adult Social Care is essential. What We Offer Competitive salary Excellent career progression opportunities Opportunity to help establish a brand-new service Ongoing training and professional development Supportive senior leadership team Pension scheme Annual leave plus bank holidays Employee recognition programme Long-term development opportunities Apply Today If you're passionate about supporting adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and lived experience of homelessness, and want to be part of launching an outstanding new Supported Living service in West London, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced CQC Registered Service Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready for your next challenge, this is your opportunity to build a service that makes a lasting difference to people's lives

Learning Disabilities – Support Worker Nocturnal Recruitment are looking for experienced Support Workers with previous experience of working with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Sensory Impairments, Autism / ASD and Severe Challenging Behaviour both physical and verbal required for ongoing shifts across North London. Personal care is a must as some clients are less able than others and need assistance. You should be an effective communicator with a person-centred approach to your care delivery. Your role as a support worker will be supporting them in all aspects of life to help them achieve dreams and aspirations in all aspects of their life, they can display challenging behaviour at times so you must be experienced in providing care and support to individuals with Learning Difficulties, Mental Health Difficulties or Elderly Care. It would be beneficial if you have a good level of Learning Disability awareness and/or experience of managing Epilepsy. Providing clients with day-to-day support including personal care Motivating them and encouraging independence Physically fit due to the need for safe moving & handling of residents, occasionally using equipment to assist you (e.g. hoists or wheelchairs) and you should therefore have up to date Moving & Handling training and experience of using hoists. You will have a good knowledge of safeguarding and will understand the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries and keeping up to date and detailed observation notes and updating of care plans. An intermediate level of computer literacy is required to support this. Pay: £17-21 per hour Shift Patterns: Able to work a fully flexible shift pattern – 7am – 2pm, 2pm – 9pm and long days Possible night shifts in the near future One weekend on, one weekend off Job Requirements: Candidates must have a valid Adult/Children DBS certificate on the update service (registered online) or you must be able to do a new DBS Valid Right to work documents * 1 year + experience as a Support Worker NVQ Level 3 or above in Health and Social Care or equivalent (Desirable but not essential) We have numerous positions available for immediate start. Apply now for immediate consideration. If you are passionate about supporting families and helping them thrive, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role. Please submit your CV and cover letter for consideration. Successful candidates will be contacted for an interview

Ex-Offender Support Worker £27,500 (increasing to £30,000 after probation) Bradford Full Time Permanent Role Purpose: We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker with experience working with offenders or ex-offenders to join a dynamic team delivering tailored support to individuals with complex needs who are on probation or transitioning from custody. This is an impactful opportunity to support rehabilitation, build brighter futures, and reduce reoffending by helping participants gain skills, confidence, and pathways into employment and training. This varied and meaningful role will see you delivering a mix of one-to-one coaching and group activity facilitation, designed to improve life skills, social interaction, and employability. Youll work with participants to identify barriers, build trust, and support them on their journey to reintegration and independence. Duties: Provide person-centred support to participants through regular 1:1 sessions and group work. Identify learning and development needs, creating bespoke action plans to support progress. Deliver engaging workshops focused on communication, life skills, and employment preparation. Build rapport with participants and offer motivational coaching to support desistance and future planning. Maintain accurate records and track outcomes. Collaborate with partner organisations to identify training, employment, and education opportunities. Offer advice, guidance, and practical support for re-engagement with the community. Required Skills: Experience working with offenders or individuals facing significant disadvantage or marginalisation. Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. A coaching or mentoring approach, with the ability to deliver both one-to-one and group interventions. Understanding of the criminal justice system, rehabilitation, and desistance theory. Comfortable working in a target-driven environment with a focus on positive outcomes. Organised, resilient, and empathetic. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the region. Desirable: A relevant IAG (Information, Advice & Guidance) or teaching qualification. Knowledge of local and national employment, training, and support services. Due to the nature of this role, you will need undertake an enhanced DBS with adult barring and enhanced security services checks if successful in the role. If this sounds like the perfect role for you then please submit your CV. This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time. TPBN1_UKTJ

Qualified Social Worker for our Mental Health Team in Richmond and Wandsworth paying £32 ph! Location: Richmond and Wandsworth Team: Mental Health Team Rate: £32 per hour Working Pattern: 36 hours per week About The Role Richmond and Wandsworth are looking for an experienced Adult Mental H

Additional payments for night shifts (£12 per night - £55 for sleep-in) Have you worked in an adult social care or nursing setting? Experience of being a team leader or have at least 1 year of care experience? Do you want to progress to a Senior Support Worker? Then Stockdales is the company for y

Ackerman Pierce Ltd is recruiting a Senior Social Worker to join an Adult's Hospital Mental Health team in Hounslow, UK. You will manage a caseload of service users, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to high-quality social care delivery.

You will join a supportive Adult Social Care service and manage a caseload of adults with mental health needs, delivering strengths-based, person-centred interventions. Community Care Live is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker for the Mental Health Team in the Richmond and Wandsworth area.

Enabling Support Worker Location: Bradbury House, Shrewsbury Salary: £13.45 per hour Hours Per Week: 30 Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference? At Shaftesbury we are happy to introduce our new Children's Service, Bradbury House . We are recruiting for a dedicated Residential Support Worker to help shape a supportive, inclusive environment where children can truly thrive . Please note this role does not qualify for sponsorship, as the hours available do not meet the guidelines set by the Home Office. About Us At Shaftesbury, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full, flourishing life . Guided by our core values- Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous -we provide outstanding support across child and adult social care, and education. Bradbury House is a purpose built children's home which provides overnight short breaks for children with disabilities. The home provides a safe, nurturing, caring and fun home away from home for children and young people aged 0-17 years old. Our caring staff team provide high quality support to children who have a range of disabilities including; learning, physical, and sensory disabilities, autism, developmental conditions, and health conditions. The children we care for need support with; personal care, mobility, medication, communication, getting out and about and managing behaviour. Bradbury House provides invaluable support to children, young people and their families. We are a warm, fun and friendly home and we aim to make a real, positive difference to the local community, the children and young people we support and their families. Bradbury House operates 5 nights per week, Wednesday to Sunday, all year round. Up to 5 children can stay per night. Usual staffing levels are 6 day time staff, 1 sleep in staff and 2 waking night staff. During the day there is usually an additional senior member of staff on duty. During term time shift patterns include: • Day shifts: 7am - 11AM, 12pm - 10pm and 2pm - 10pm Wed, Thursday and Friday Sleep over: 10pm - 7am Waking Nights: 9:30pm - 7:30am During weekends and school holidays shift patterns include: • Day shifts: 7am - 2.30pm, and 2pm - 10pm Sleep over: 10pm - 7am Waking Nights: 9:30pm - 7:30am The Role As a Residential Support Worker , you'll play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high-quality care and support for the people we support. Key responsibilities include: • To provide a high standard of da to day care to the children and young people we support To create a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people to grow and develop, ensuring their wellbeing through personalised care, guidance and advocacy To provide short break support to children and young people with disabilities, consistent with regulatory requirements and agreed policies and procedures * To work inline with Shaftesbury's core values What We're Looking For • Or Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent Passion for delivering outstanding, child-centred care Commitment to our values and making a difference Clear English writing skills Good communication skills Basic computer and technology skills Experience of working in a care setting or of working with children with disabilities Additional requirements: • Weekend working required What You'll Get in Return At Shaftesbury, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a fantastic benefits package: Birthday Off (taken from annual leave) * £500 welcome bonus (T&Cs apply) * Recognition & Rewards • including vouchers up to £50 * Ofsted Incentives • up to £50 depending on rating * Comprehensive Training & Development * Generous Holiday • 25 days + bank holidays (rising to 28 days + BH) * Pension Scheme * Employee Assistance Programme Why Work With Us? At Shaftesbury, we believe it's the little things that add up to a life well lived -friendship, independence, opportunity, and community. We're committed to helping the children we support participate, contribute, and feel valued , while creating a workplace where you can grow and succeed. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Shaftesbury, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/shaftesbury/Job/JobDetail?JobId=6440

Adult Social Worker needed for the Community Active Recovery Team, assessing needs, developing support plans, and ensuring safeguarding.

Adult Social Worker needed to assess, plan, and support adults in South London, collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Social Worker needed to assess and support adults with mental health challenges.

Provide mental health support, assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention to adults in the community.