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I'm currently working with a public client in Herefordshire who is looking to appoint a Senior Social Care Assessor to join their Adult Social Care service. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking team delivering community-based support to adults and young adults.Role Overview As a Senior Social Care Assessor, you will play a key role in supporting adults within the community, helping them maintain independence and improve their wellbeing. You will work within a multidisciplinary team including occupational therapists, social workers and partner organisations, completing strengths-based assessments and supporting individuals and carers to achieve positive outcomes. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, with the autonomy to manage your own workload while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.Key Responsibilities • Undertake strengths-based assessments for adults and informal carers., • Complete mental capacity assessments where required., • Carry out care management and reviews to ensure appropriate support is in place., • Work closely with occupational therapists, social workers and partner agencies., • Support individuals to identify their desired outcomes and develop strengths-based plans to achieve them., • Maintain strong working relationships with service users, families, carers, advocates and external organisations., • NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)., • Previous experience working in a care or adult social care environment., • Good understanding of adult social care legislation and guidance., • Experience completing person-centred, strengths-based assessments and care management along with care plans., • Demonstrable experience supporting individuals to identify and achieve personal outcomes.

We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Team. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience. About the team The team are responsible for the first point of intervention for service users and their respective carers following a referral. Completing short-term assessments managing cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users are some of the key responsibilities in this team. The team works cohesively with the longer-term teams to make sure each case that needs to be escalated is effectively managed. The team works hard to support not only the service users to improve their independence where possible - but also their careers and families to ensure the wider support network is effective. About you The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills. Experience working with adults with psychosis and the ability to able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role. What's on offer? • Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also), • Hybrid working schedule, • An opportunity to work in a specialist environment, • Parking available / nearby, • Easily accessible via car or public transport For more information, please get in touch with: Thomas Sherwood - Candidate Consultant This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience. About the team The team are responsible for the first point of intervention for service users and their respective carers following a referral. Completing short-term assessments managing cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users are some of the key responsibilities in this team. The team works cohesively with the longer-term teams to make sure each case that needs to be escalated is effectively managed. The team works hard to support not only the service users to improve their independence where possible - but also their careers and families to ensure the wider support network is effective. About you The ideal Social Worker will be able to manage time effectively to prioritise their workload as well as have good interpersonal skills. Experience working with adults with psychosis and the ability to able to engage with service users from diverse backgrounds is key to the success of the role. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role. What's on offer? • Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also), • Hybrid working schedule, • An opportunity to work in a specialist environment, • Parking available / nearby, • Easily accessible via car or public transport For more information, please get in touch with: Thomas Sherwood - Candidate Consultant

Senior Practitioner – Fostering Kinship Team Herefordshire Council Salary: £45,777 - £50,091 per annum Plus: £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working available Herefordshire Council is strengthening its fostering and kinship provision as part of its wider improvement journey. With sustained investment and a stable leadership structure, the service offers a strong, supportive environment where experienced practitioners can genuinely influence practice and outcomes. About the Role As a Senior Practitioner in the Fostering Kinship Team, you’ll take a lead role in supervising foster carers and connected persons, overseeing complex assessments, and ensuring placements remain safe, high-quality, and aligned with children’s long-term plans. You’ll provide professional oversight to colleagues, contribute to panel preparation and quality assurance, and act as a key source of expertise in permanency, matching, and regulatory compliance. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong fostering experience with the confidence to guide others and shape service standards. Key Responsibilities Carry out and quality-assure complex fostering and kinship assessments, including Form F and SGO assessments. Provide reflective supervision and expert guidance to carers and colleagues. Lead on complex placement stability planning, disruption meetings, and support packages. Prepare high-quality reports for fostering panel and court. Promote best practice across assessment, supervision, and regulatory compliance. Ensure accurate recording and oversight within the MOSAIC system. Practice Model Herefordshire’s Family Safeguarding Model underpins practice across the service, emphasising restorative, strengths-based relationships with children, families, and carers. In fostering, this means valuing carers as core partners in delivering safe and nurturing homes, supported by clear communication, consistency, and reflective practice. Senior Practitioners help embed Motivational Interviewing, Restorative Practice, and multidisciplinary working, ensuring carers receive tailored support and children experience stable, well-matched placements. Requirements Social Work degree or equivalent qualification. Social Work England registration. Significant experience in fostering, kinship, or permanency services. Strong understanding of fostering regulations, assessments, and care planning. Proven ability to mentor, support, and develop colleagues. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Pool cars available for work travel. Sponsorship available for candidates with 2+ years UK experience. Benefits £10,000 Welcome Payment & £4,000 Retention Payment. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Protected professional development time and training budget. Clear progression pathways to management roles. Flexible working: flexi-time, job share, part-time hours, and hybrid options. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Payment of Social Work England registration fees. “Pick Your Perks” benefits portal offering discounts on retail, health, leisure and travel. 31 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days. Interested? Contact Josh Da Costa at Sheldon Phillips on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed), or email to discuss this role in more detail. Referral Bonus: Know someone perfect for the role? We offer up to £500 for successful referrals

Children with Disabilities Team | Herefordshire Council | £33.30 per hour Herefordshire Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities Team on a locum basis. This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys relationship-based practice, understands the complexities of disability-focused social work, and is confident managing safeguarding, planning, and multi-agency work with children and families who need specialist support. You’ll be joining a service focused on delivering purposeful intervention, clear planning, and better long-term outcomes for children with disabilities and their families. Role Overview As a Social Worker in the Children with Disabilities Team, you will work with children and young people with a range of complex needs, ensuring they receive the right support, protection, and planning at the right time. The role will involve completing assessments, managing plans, coordinating multi-agency support, and building strong working relationships with families, education, health professionals, and partner agencies. This team supports children and young people with disabilities who require statutory social work involvement, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children Looked After processes where appropriate. You will need to be confident in assessment, safeguarding, care planning, and direct work, while maintaining a child-centred approach that takes account of each child’s communication needs, developmental needs, and family context. Herefordshire’s approach is centred around restorative and relationship-based practice, with an emphasis on working alongside families, understanding lived experience, and creating realistic plans that improve outcomes for children. Key responsibilities Hold a caseload of children and young people with disabilities requiring statutory intervention Complete Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need plans, and Child Protection work where required Undertake direct work with children, adapting communication to meet individual needs Work closely with parents, carers, schools, health services, and wider professionals to coordinate effective support Prepare clear, evidence-based assessments, reports, and care plans within statutory timescales Contribute to strategy discussions, reviews, planning meetings, and multi-agency decision-making Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring risk is assessed and managed appropriately Support children and families to access services that promote stability, safety, and wellbeing Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordings in line with statutory and local requirements Benefits Opportunity to work in a specialist Children with Disabilities service Relationship-based practice with a strong child-centred focus Supportive team environment within an established local authority service Chance to make a meaningful impact with children and families requiring specialist intervention Competitive locum rate with a well-regarded council Requirements Social Work England registration Qualified Social Worker status Previous statutory children’s social work experience Experience working with children with disabilities and their families Strong understanding of safeguarding, assessment, and care planning Ability to work effectively in a multi-agency setting Confident written skills and ability to manage a varied caseload Interested? For more information, please contact Emily Cooper on (phone number removed) or email Know someone who could be a good fit? We offer a referral bonus for any successfully placed candidate

Salary: £36,363 - £40,777, plus £5,000 market supplement Contract: Permanent Hours: 37 per week Location: Hereford Welcome payment: £10,000 (subject to guidance) Relocation support: Up to £10,000 available Herefordshire Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on a permanent basis. This is an opportunity to join a front-door safeguarding service where timely decision-making, strong multi-agency working and early intervention all play a critical role in achieving better outcomes for children and families. At Herefordshire, social work is underpinned by a restorative approach which is firmly established across the service. Practice is shaped by collaboration, reflection and relationship-based working, with visible management support available when complex cases and challenging decisions arise. If you are looking for a role where your analysis, professional judgement and safeguarding expertise can have an immediate impact, this is a strong opportunity to be part of a skilled and supportive team. A short video about working in Herefordshire Children’s Services can be viewed here: The role As a MASH Social Worker, you will be based within Herefordshire’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub, where you will play a key role in the initial response to contacts and referrals concerning children and families. Working within this fast-paced service, you will gather, assess and analyse information from a range of sources, including partner agencies, parents and carers, to identify risk, understand need and support appropriate decision-making at the earliest stage. Your work will include: Reviewing and analysing referrals received from professionals, families and partner agencies Assessing risk and need in line with Herefordshire’s Level of Need guidance Providing timely and practical advice, support and signposting where appropriate Working closely with colleagues in police, health, education and early help Ensuring children are safeguarded effectively and that the right support is put in place without delay This is a pivotal role within children’s services and would suit a practitioner who is confident, analytical and comfortable making well-informed decisions in a busy front-door environment. You will join a stable and experienced team where reflective practice, critical thinking and professional curiosity are valued. The service offers regular supervision, peer support and access to learning and development through the Social Work Academy, helping you continue to build your practice and progress your career. About you We are looking for a qualified and experienced Social Worker who can bring strong safeguarding knowledge, sound judgement and a clear commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. To be considered, you should be able to demonstrate: A minimum of two years’ post-ASYE experience Previous MASH experience within statutory children’s services The ability to engage effectively with families and analyse information from a range of partner agencies Confidence in making timely recommendations and decisions in line with levels of need Good frontline experience working with children, young people and families Strong written, analytical and assessment skills A clear commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare, wellbeing and future outcomes The ability to build positive and effective working relationships with colleagues, families, carers and partner agencies Confidence in managing complexity and making child-focused decisions in demanding situations A positive approach to team working, professional development and reflective practice You must also hold: A recognised Social Work qualification such as Degree in Social Work, DipSW or CQSW Current Social Work England registration What Herefordshire offers Herefordshire Council offers a strong package of salary, benefits and support, including: Salary from £36,363 to £40,777 Annual market supplement of £5,000 £10,000 welcome payment subject to guidance Retention payment of £2,000 to £4,000, depending on team Relocation support of up to £10,000 Protected time and investment in learning and professional development Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Clear opportunities for progression and career development 31 days annual leave, plus bank holidays The option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave Flexible working arrangements, including agile working, part-time working and job share where appropriate Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Payment of professional membership fees where applicable A staff benefits scheme offering discounts, savings and cashback across retail, travel, leisure and health Why join Herefordshire? Herefordshire is a historic and scenic county on the Welsh border, known for its market towns, rural communities and strong local identity. More importantly, it is a place where children’s services are continuing to invest in practice, people and improvement. The council’s priority is clear: to keep children safe and help them achieve the best possible start in life. That commitment is backed by investment in relational practice, ongoing professional development and support from experienced leaders and improvement partners. This is an excellent opportunity to join a local authority where social workers are supported to do purposeful work and make a lasting difference to children and families. If you are an experienced practitioner looking for your next move in MASH, Herefordshire would like to hear from you. Interested? Reach out to Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips for more details. (url removed) | (phone number removed)

The Programme Lead for Wales is a key role within the Wales Team, essential to steering Carers Trust's strategy and improving support for unpaid carers across the UK. Salary: £44,000 - £46,000Location: This is a hybrid role, anchored to the Cardiff Carers Trust office 1-2 days a week. Flexibility

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity as a Paediatric Complex Nurse?We are seeking a hard-working, positive, and outgoing individual who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality care.Role OverviewThis is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with flexi

Key Worker - Young CarersPermanent, Full Time£25,081 to £27,653 per annumLocation: BasildonDo you have a passion for working with and making a difference to Young Carers? Are you able to organise and manage your workload, good at communicating and able to work as part of a team. We are seeking a d

At Guardian Angel Carers, we care for our carers. We believe that happy carers make happy clients! Our focus is on providing exceptional home care services that enhance the quality of life for our clients. Guaranteed contract available for experienced carers.

Responsibilities include delivering personalized care support plans and advocating for carers.

A leading home care provider in the United Kingdom seeks compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join their team.Candidates must have a valid driving licence and will provide personal care, companionship, and meal preparation for clients.Both full-time and part-time contracts are available, with comp

Join our Award Winning Team - We are seeking outstanding individuals to deliver Care in the Community throughout Wirral.Supporting with personal care, nutritional support, social care, welfare checks and medication administration to individuals based within their own homes.Working unsupervised, alon

A local home care provider in Greater London is seeking dedicated CareAngels to provide outstanding home care services.Responsibilities include companionship, meal preparation, medication management, personal care, shopping, and social activities.The role requires a full UK driving licence and acces

Waking Night Carers / Evening PA’s in London SW13, to support a bright, charming 18-year-old young man who has a physical disability.

The VOCES8 International Summer School and Festival seek to appoint two Assistant Pastoral Carers to support the pastoral care and supervision of young people participating in the summer school. The pastoral carers will work under the guidance of Ann Wright (Director of Education), Neil Valentine (Y

Guardian Angel Carers is a warm, professional home care agency supporting individuals and families across Wimbledon, Kingston and the surrounding areas.

A leading care business is seeking a Managed Care Coordinator to oversee live-in care services across Kent, Sussex, and Surrey.The role involves managing carer-client relationships, conducting assessments, and ensuring high service standards.The ideal candidate will have healthcare experience, great

A home care provider is seeking Care Assistants (Care Angels) to offer support to individuals in their homes across Newark and Lincoln.Ideal candidates are compassionate and reliable.Training is provided, and previous experience is not required.Candidates must have a full driving licence and access

At Angel Carers, we believe care is more than a service – it’s a calling.

A national charity for unpaid carers is seeking a candidate to manage their social media accounts and create engaging content tailored to various audiences.

We're searching for compassionate, friendly people!.Are you a student looking for work to fit around your studies?.We understand that student life can be busy and varied.We know that finding a rewarding role that fits around your studies can be challenging.You may wish to work in the mornings, eveni

About the Role: We are currently expanding our team and looking for dedicated and compassionate Care and Support Workers to join our growing healthcare service across multiple locations.As part of our Home Office-compliant onboarding process, we are happy to consider applications from individuals wh

A caring home support agency in Greater London is seeking a Client Care Coordinator to oversee care delivery and manage CareAngels' schedules.The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in home care, strong planning and communication skills, and a professional demeanor.Responsibil

A compassionate home care agency is seeking a Client Care Coordinator in Greater London.The successful candidate will manage all aspects of care delivery, allocate CareAngels based on skills and client needs, and maintain accurate communication records.Applicants should have at least two years of ho

A leading care provider in Ewell is seeking a Female Care Assistant to join their team.The role involves providing personal care, meal preparation, and companionship to residents in a retirement community.Successful candidates must hold a full UK driving license and have excellent communication skil

A local network of fellow carers and support groups.

Tackling health inequalities are core focuses for the PCN, and we are looking for a candidate that will be able to work with supporting the needs of our carers including our young carers, some of which may be vulnerable. As a PCN Carers Care Coordinator, you will play a vital role in helping carers

Guardian Angel Carers is a warm, professional home care agency supporting individuals and families across Wimbledon, Kingston and the surrounding areas.

As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. This includes providing resources for Carers UK's Employers for Carers business forum and managing our employer benchmarking scheme, Carer Confident. During this

A care services platform is actively seeking caring and compassionate Live-in Carers and Care Assistants to join their community in Greater London.

A leading charity for carers is looking for a Senior Content and Development Officer for a full-time, 12-month maternity cover role.

Are you a compassionate and reliable individual looking to make a positive impact in people's lives? Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to provide top-quality care? Join our dedicated home care service in Mitcham and become a vital part of our team.Flexible working hours (part-tim

Guardian Angel Carers Wimbledon & Kingston,. Start a rewarding career with Guardian Angel Carers and become part of a team that truly values your contribution.

A community care provider in Wirral seeks dedicated individuals to join their team delivering care to clients in their own homes.Responsibilities include providing personal care, nutritional support, and medication administration.Candidates should possess caring experience, and a driving licence is

TACT is recruiting caring, committed, and resilient individuals and families to become foster carers and help transform the lives of children and young people who need a safe, stable, and nurturing home. Access to a network of specialist foster carers for peer support. Foster carers are self‑emplo

Tackling health inequalities are core focuses for the PCN, and we are looking for a candidate that will be able to work with supporting the needs of our carers including our young carers, some of which may be vulnerable. Connect carers to relevant community resources, health and social care, local c

A leading charity organization in the UK is looking for a Programme Lead for Wales to steer its strategy and enhance support for unpaid carers.

All Carers and Care Assistants. Benefits of joining SuperCarers. Join a fast-growing community - every carer that joins the SuperCarers community is passionate about delivering great care.

Trustees – Dementia Carers Count. Dementia Carers Count (DCC) is a national charity supporting and advocating for the millions of people across the UK who care for someone living with dementia. Carers often feel invisible and overwhelmed, yet they provide essential, complex care every day.

Guardian Angel Carers have a well‑established relationship with a high quality retirement community in Ewell and are looking to build their exceptional team of Care Assistants to support residents in the setting. Start a rewarding career with Guardian Angel Carers and become part of a team that tr

Join Care & Carers, a trusted home care provider, delivering ethical, connected support to adults in their own homes. Apply now to make a real difference with Care & Carers.

A home care provider in York seeks compassionate and friendly individuals for flexible home care roles.Ideal for students, this job allows you to work around your studies, with duties including joining clients on outings, meal preparation, and medication management.Requirements include a compassiona

A national charity for unpaid carers seeks an experienced social media manager to enhance its outreach and engagement. This position contributes to impactful campaigns that support unpaid carers through effective communication strategies.

Guardian Angel Carers is a warm, professional home care agency supporting individuals and families across Wimbledon, Kingston and the surrounding areas.

We are currently looking for a carer to work for a fun-loving male client in London and abroad.This young man has had a stroke, which has left him partially paralysed.He also needs help with his diabetes medication and you will need to be able to control his diet by good nutrition.Shift patterns are

Home Instead Senior Care is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people.With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.We match our Care Profesionals to ou

You will manage an existing caseload and new referrals, meeting with families and Young Carers to complete statutory assessments and providing short-term interventions that support Young Carers to improve their resilience, educational chances and wellbeing. As a CYP Coordinator, you will plan and de